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Sully Baseball Podcast – Talking Ichiro, Musberger and Parrots with my Wife – March 30, 2018
ESPN – MLB
My wife joined me to watch the Mariners and Indians game…and we discussed parrots, one flap down home run trots, the sexiness of Ichiro, the concept of ugly sexy and the worst calls of Brent Musberger.
Doing the hard hitting analysis on this episode of Sully Baseball.
While we are at it, enjoy the In Memoriam video.
Who Owned Baseball March 29, 2018 (Daily #MLB AL/NL Pitcher + Hitter MVP’s) + 2018 #WOB Standings
CSN Chicago
Another season has begun… another year of WHO OWNED BASEBALL!
For an explanation of how WOB works, click here.
Matt Davidson became only the 4th player in MLB history to hit three home runs on opening day. He would reach base 4 times altogether, driving home 5 runs and helped the White Sox double up the Royals, 14-7.
Joe Panik launched a solo shot off of Kershaw to provide all of the scoring as the Giants blanked the Dodgers, 1-0.
Dylan Bundy threw 7 shutout innings, scattering 5 hits and striking out 7 Twins. He did not get the decision but set up Baltimore’s 3-2 walk off win.
Chase Anderson allowed 1 hit in 6 shutout innings as the Brewers took the opener against the Padres, 2-1 in extra innings.
They all owned baseball on March 29, 2018
To view the Yearly Leaders for Who Owned Baseball Standings, plus see who gained 1/2 WOB’s – Click the READ THE REST OF THIS ENTRY ICON OR SCROLL DOWN.
Sully Baseball Podcast – Andy Van Slyke and memories of the 1985 Cardinals – March 28, 2018
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Former All Star Centerfielder Andy Van Slyke returns to the podcast to remember his role on the dynamic 1985 National League pennant winning St. Louis Cardinals.
There is speed on the basepaths in this episode of Sully Baseball.
Check out his new podcast, View from Centerfield.
Neither winning nor losing on this episode of Sully Baseball.
While we are at it, enjoy the In Memoriam video.
Sully Baseball Podcast – Andy Van Slyke and Pirate Memories – March 27, 2018
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Former Gold Glove and All Star outfielder Andy Van Slyke joins the podcast. He shared memories of his days with the great Pirate teams of the 1990’s and other thoughts.
Chatting with an All Star on this episode of Sully Baseball.
Check out his new podcast, View from Centerfield.
Neither winning nor losing on this episode of Sully Baseball.
While we are at it, enjoy the In Memoriam video.
Sully Baseball Podcast – Making the Case for Ties – March 20, 2018
Jeff Roberson/ASSOCIATED PRESS
I take a deep dive in the proposal to allow games end as a tie after 12 innings. It makes sense and wouldn’t REALLY effect the pennant race.
Neither winning nor losing on this episode of Sully Baseball.
While we are at it, enjoy the In Memoriam video.
Sully Baseball Podcast – Sign Them While They Are Young – March 17, 2018
Kareem Elgazzar-USA TODAY Sports/USA TODAY NETWORK
Veterans might be having a hard time signing long term deals. But the contracts handed out to Jose Altuve and Eugenio Suàrez show baseball’s trend of paying players for their prime is not going away.
Plus some thoughts on an improving Phillies team.
Paying for the GOOD years on this episode of Sully Baseball.
While we are at it, enjoy the In Memoriam video.
Sully Baseball Podcast – Embracing Nostalgia for the Big A – March 15, 2018
The Angels play in the second oldest stadium in the American League, surrounded by apartments and businesses. At what point can we start praising The Big A as being a great old time traditional ballpark?
Opening up the definition of Nostalgia on this episode of Sully Baseball.
While we are at it, enjoy the In Memoriam video.
Sully Baseball Podcast – Talking Twins in Anaheim – March 13, 2018
While in the parking lot of Angel Stadium in Anaheim, I break down why the Twins had the best off season of any team in baseball.
Waiting for the season to start on this episode of Sully Baseball.
While we are at it, enjoy the In Memoriam video.
Sully Baseball Podcast – Giants at a Crossroads – March 8, 2018
No fan base have suffered LESS than those who love the San Francisco Giants. This year they have an outside chance of contending. If they don’t, they need to cash in and rebuild NOW!
Avoiding suffering here and now and in the future on this episode of Sully Baseball.
While we are at it, enjoy the In Memoriam video.
Sully Baseball Podcast – Talking Orioles with Justin McGuire – February 27, 2018
Justin McGuire, writer and host of the Baseball By the Book and Locked on Orioles Podcast, joins the show to discuss the Orioles chances in 2018.
Talking birds on this episode of Sully Baseball.
Follow Justin McGuire on Twitter by clicking HERE.
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Follow the Locked on Orioles Podcast by clicking HERE.
While we are at it, enjoy the In Memoriam video.
Sully Baseball Podcast – Let’s get even the fake games started – February 23, 2018
I know Spring Training games don’t count in the standings. But 2018 has been so stressful that even the fake games will offer us a much needed respite.
Wanting to help friends set up a party on this episode of Sully Baseball.
While we are at it, enjoy the In Memoriam video.
Sully Baseball Podcast – Pace of Play, Human Contact and Black Panther – February 22, 2018
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Baseball is wringing their hands over pace of play. Instead they should realize that they have already built into their fan base what makes films like Black Panther so successful… a chance to share in communal joy.
Sharing the Human Experience on this episode of Sully Baseball.
While we are at it, enjoy the In Memoriam video.
Sully Baseball Podcast – Eric Hosmer Contract and other Signing Thoughts – February 21, 2018
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The Padres signed Eric Hosmer to a contract that is too long and won’t make a difference. At least they aren’t colluding.
Plus I look at the Rays dismantling, the Red Sox signing of JD Martinez and Commissioner Manfred’s to do list.
Hey! We are talking about signings on this episode of Sully Baseball.
While we are at it, enjoy the In Memoriam video.
Sully Baseball Podcast – At the Angels original home, being positive about the Red Sox – February 15, 2018
I visited Gilbert Lindsay Park, the site of Los Angeles Wrigley Field, the original home of the Angels. While there, I expressed my enthusiasm about the Red Sox, a team whose fan base seems to be indifferent about.
Let’s be positive on this episode of Sully Baseball.
While we are at it, enjoy the In Memoriam video.
Sully Baseball Podcast – Making Brownies, talking pace of play and not fixing what isn’t broken – February 7, 2018
I baked brownies and talked about what needs to be done with free agency, pace of play and making baseball players funny.
Plus I looked at some wisdome from @EwokinLA
If MLB wants kids they need to support the MLB The Show video game. Pay gamers to play MLB The Show on YouTube. Sponsor ESports teams, with millions in prizes. Do what the NFL did with Madden, teach the game through video games. Then the length of games won’t matter.
— Jim Furlong (@EWOKinLA) February 2, 2018
Making and baking the good stuff on this episode of Sully Baseball.
While we are at it, enjoy the In Memoriam video.
Sully Baseball Podcast – Interesting Times in Philadelphia – February 5, 2018
The Eagles won the Super Bowl. That is good news for Philadelphia fans but even better news for the Phillies. With a little pressure taken off of them, they can rebuild in 2018 and be big time spenders when an historic free agent class becomes available next winter.
Feeling some brotherly love in this episode of Sully Baseball.
While we are at it, enjoy the In Memoriam video.
The Sully Baseball – Resting Pitch Face Podcast Crossover – February 2, 2018
Today’s podcast, I crossed over with Kay, Laura and Syd, the hosts of the hilarious Washington Nationals podcast Resting Pitch Face.
We talked about the pain of Washington fans, expectations of 2018 and their love for Tyler Clippard.
Feeling the Nationals love on Sully Baseball.
Follow Resting Pitch Face on Twitter at @restinpitchface
Get all the info about Resting Pitch Face by clicking HERE.
While we are at it, enjoy the In Memoriam video.
Sully Baseball Podcast – The Hall of Fame Announcement – January 24, 2018
I give my thoughts, predictions and wishes for the Hall of Fame ballot and then watch the results announced on MLB Network
Crowning immortals in this episode of Sully Baseball.
While we are at it, enjoy the In Memoriam video.
Sully Baseball Podcast – Talking Angels with J. Keith van Straaten – January 20, 2018
The Angels have the best player in baseball and signed one of the biggest stars in the world. There is plenty to get excited about in Anaheim.
I invited comedian, TV host and Angels super fan J. Keith van Straaten to join the podcast. We talked about his fandom, Mike Trout, Shohei Ohtani, Mike Scioscia and what made the 2002 team so special.
Giving Orange County its due on this episode of Sully Baseball.
Visit the website for J. Keith van Straaten by clicking HERE.
Subscribe to the podcast Go Fact Yourself by clicking HERE.
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While we are at it, enjoy the In Memoriam video.
Sully Baseball Podcast – Rest in Peace, Keith Jackson – January 13, 2018
The great announcer Keith Jackson passed away today. Most remember him as a football voice. He was also a great baseball announcer. He would have had more memorable calls had Howard Cosell not stepped on him so often.
Celebrating great pipes in this episode of Sully Baseball.
While we are at it, enjoy the In Memoriam video.
Sully Baseball Podcast – Waiting for the seeds of 2018 to Grow – December 31, 2017
I went to a Little League Field in town and saw the seeds were planted for the up coming seasons.
It made me wonder who would sprout and be the biggest names of 2018.
Saying good bye to the year on this episode of Sully Baseball.
While we are at it, enjoy the In Memoriam video.
Sully Baseball Podcast – Chatting with Bob Kendrick, Negro Leagues Baseball Museum President – December 30, 2017
Photo by H. Darr Beiser
This Spring I chatted with Bob Kendrick, President of the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum.
We talked about the founding of the museum, some of their events and the legacy of the Negro Leagues today.
Honoring the past on this episode of Sully Baseball.
Visit the museum site by clicking HERE.
While we are at it, enjoy the In Memoriam video.
Sully Baseball Podcast – Honoring Jimmy Ring – December 29, 2017
Chances are you never heard of Jimmy Ring. But had a wild and interesting career involving being dealt for Hall of Famers twice, avoiding scandals and winning in a memorable World Series.
Enjoy this front row to history episode of Sully Baseball .
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Sully Baseball Podcast – Live life like Francisco Liriano, Edwin Jackson and Edinson Volquez – December 28, 2017
USA Today Sports
How do you look at your life? How do you look at the careers of Francisco Liriano, Edwin Jackson and Edinson Volquez? Looking at all of them in a positive way is a good way to live life.
Seeing the glass as half full on this episode of Sully Baseball.
While we are at it, enjoy the In Memoriam video.
Sully Baseball Podcast – Merry Christmas from Dodger Stadium – December 25, 2017
Merry Christmas to my Sully Baseball followers. Whether you celebrate the holiday or not, I am giving a gift to you all…
A trip to the ballpark.
OK, so I can’t REALLY do that, but I can do the next best thing. I recorded today’s podcast at a late September game between the Los Angeles Dodgers and San Diego Padres at Dodger Stadium. I am joined by my friend Michael X. Ferraro, the great sports writer.
We hang out, watch the game, chat and see a few runs be scored.
Enjoy this bit of baseball fun on Christmas for this episode of Sully Baseball.
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While we are at it, enjoy the In Memoriam video.
Sully Baseball Podcast – Talking Marlins Baseball with Ely Sussman of FishStripes.com – December 19, 2017
Jeff Roberson AP Photo
The Marlins are going through a rough off season, dumping off their star players AGAIN.
I welcomed Ely Sussman to the podcast . He is the editor of Fish Stripes, the Marlins site on the SB Nation Network.
Together we discussed the direction of the Miami Marlins and figuring out the future and the culture of the strange team.
Bringing in the fish talk in this Episode of Sully Baseball.
Follow Ely on Twitter by clicking HERE.
Follow Fishstripes on Twitter by clicking HERE.
While we are at it, enjoy the In Memoriam video.
Sully Baseball Podcast – Marlins Fans are the Most Loyal in All of Baseball – December 12, 2017
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Is there a fan base whose fans are more loyal and shown more dedication than the Miami Marlins? I don’t think so. They suffer and get no sympathy… in fact their very existence is questioned.
That plus I look at the new statue to Jackie Robinson at the Rose Bowl in this Episode of Sully Baseball.
While we are at it, enjoy the In Memoriam video.
Sully Baseball Podcast – A sense of urgency with the A’s Stadium – December 8, 2017
The A’s stadium plan at a local college fell through. They HAVE to come up with a solution soon, even if it is a painful divorce.
Pushing for solutions in this Episode of Sully Baseball.
While we are at it, enjoy the In Memoriam video.
Sully Baseball Podcast – Talking Game 7 and Saying Good Bye to 2017 Baseball – November 2, 2017
Karen Warren/Houston Chronicle
Game 7 of the World Series was kind of a dud but it didn’t mean it wasn’t a great October.
I watched the end of the game with my sons and gave my thoughts as we said good bye to another year.
The offseason begins on this Episode of Sully Baseball.
While we are at it, enjoy the In Memoriam video.
Sully Baseball Podcast – Before, During and After Game 6 on Halloween – October 31, 2017
Fox Sports
Before Game 6 of the World Series, I visited my kid’s little league field and realized that this was the greatest Astros team of all time.
During Game 6 of the World Series, I went Trick or Treating.
After Game 6 of the World Series, I barked with dogs.
Just another crazy October day on Episode of Sully Baseball.
While we are at it, enjoy the In Memoriam video.
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