Author Archives: nnnnancy
Trevor Bauer Would Be a Starter on Almost Every 2024 MLB Team | Chapter 117
Discussing Trevor Bauer’s road back to the big leagues. Bauer recently set a new Mexican Baseball League (LMB) record with 19 strikeouts. Is MLB censoring Trevor Bauer and teams colluding against him? Or will Trevor Bauer finally get a second chance to return to the show?
Karim Garcia’s Favorite & Most Hated Ballparks to Hit In | Chapter 116
Jonathan A. Hacohen and Karim Garcia review the MLB ballparks where Garcia was most and least productive. Garcia performed best at Comiskey Field, where he had the highest batting average and hit the most home runs. His lowest stats were in Philadelphia and Houston, which was surprising!
Good Riddance to Angel Hernandez | Chapter 115
Former MLB superstar Karim Garcia and Jonathan A. Hacohen are not sad to hear the news that Angel Hernandez has retired. Did he want to leave, or did MLB help him out the door? Why did CC Sabathia think that Hernandez should not have his job, and what did Karim Garcia think of Angel Hernandez as an umpire during his playing days?
The New York Yankees Are Ready For the 2024 World Series? | Chapter 114
Former MLB slugger Karim Garcia joins Jonathan A. Hacohen to discuss the New York Yankees this week. Are Clay Holmes or Juan Soto their MVP? Is Luis Gil going to the bullpen? What should they do with Rizzo and Stanton? And how dangerous are they with Cole in their rotation?
Is the New MLB Trend Relievers Turned Starters? Is the Opener Officially Dead? | Chapter 113
Analyzing the trend of relievers transitioning into starting pitchers in baseball this season. They discuss whether Jordan Hicks and Reynaldo Lopez are legitimate starters. Additionally, they revisit the concept of the Opener, originally popularized by the Rays but actually originating from the WBC in Cuba. The discussion also dives into the potential future of the Opener in MLB.
This Phillies will win the 2024 World Series | Chapter 112
Revisiting our pre-season predictions and discussing views on the Dodgers, Braves, Phillies, Rangers, and Blue Jays. Do the Phillies have a good chance of winning it all this year, assuming they stay healthy? Also exploring the prospects of the struggling White Sox, Angels, Jays, Marlins, Cardinals, and Rockies, and whether any of these teams have hope for the 2024 season.
Paul Skenes is the Next Roger Clemens and Dwight Gooden? | Chapter 111
In his second MLB start, Paul Skenes set records by striking out the first 7 Cubs he faced and achieving a total of 11 strikeouts over 6 no-hit innings. The conversation speculates on whether Skenes is destined for an all-star and Hall of Fame career, as well as his potential move to the Yankees or Dodgers from Pittsburgh.
Updates on Jordan Walker, Jackson Holliday, Imanaga, Skenes and MLB Rookie Hype | Chapter 110
Discussing the latest MLB top prospects. Did the Orioles mess up with Jackson Holliday? Should the Brewers have left Chourio in the minors? Are Imanaga and Jones the real deal? When will we see Paul Skenes with the Pirates? Can the Cardinals fix Jordan Walker? And Andy Pages is a real talent for the Dodgers!
Why Does EVERY MLB Pitcher Have an Elbow or Lat Injury | Chapter 109
Karim Garcia and Jonathan A. Hacohen are concerned about the growing number of pitcher injuries in MLB. Is the pitch clock or velocity to blame? Time to bring back Bartolo Colon and CC Sabathia to help stem the tide.
Trevor Bauer is the Most Dominant Pitcher in Mexico | Chapter 108
Former MLB player Karim Garcia joins Jonathan A. Hacohen to discuss Trevor Bauer’s historic performance in Mexico. Bauer struck out 9 batters in a row and 14 batters in 5 innings. Will MLB teams notice? Are the Oakland A’s interested? Also, we check in on Scott Boras’ 4 free agents and their struggles this season.
Will Yamamoto Bounce Back? Trevor Bauer Looks Like an Ace in Mexico | Chapter 107
Jonathan A. Hacohen and former MLB player Karim Garcia are here to answer your baseball questions. Is it different going to Yankees vs Dodgers games? Will the Mexico-Canada WBC rivalry continue? Garcia scouted Trevor Bauer live in Mexico. What do you think of Will Smith’s 10-year, $140M Dodgers deal? Ask away!
Shohei Ohtani and the Dangers of Gambling in Sports is Real | Chapter 106
Karim Garcia and Jonathan A. Hacohen discuss the Shohei Ohtani scandal, including the relationship between Ohtani and his interpreter and the possibility of a scandal like Pete Rose’s or the Black Sox. They also suggest that sports leagues should address the issue of gambling in light of recent news about Jontay Porter.
7 Things Opening Day Taught Us About the 2024 MLB Season | Chapter 105
Karim Garcia, a former MLB slugger, joins Jonathan A. Hacohen to discuss seven big predictions for the MLB season. They’ll discuss which teams are likely to win, how to fix pitching injuries, and which team aces are truly talented. They’ll also address whether the Rangers and Diamondbacks must repeat huge seasons.
Trevor Bauer is Ready to Return to Major League Baseball | Chapter 104
Host Jonathan A. Hacohen and former MLB slugger Karim Garcia debate the MLB futures of Trevor Bauer, Julio Urias, and Wander Franco. They discuss the risks of using Bauer and Urias in MLB rotations and raise concerns about collusion in baseball. They also revisit Barry Bonds’ final MLB season, where he was forced to retire despite leading the NL with a .480 OBP in 2007.
Karim Garcia Predicts the Blue Jays & Joey Votto Will Win the 2024 World Series | Chapter 103
Former MLB stars congratulate Joey Votto on joining the Toronto Blue Jays and foresee a successful season. Votto will start the year in Buffalo AAA. Should we be concerned about MLB veterans signing contracts before Opening Day? Are the Jays making the right decision by sending Votto to Buffalo AAA?
