Straight Outta Left: A Baseball Podcast: Recent Episodes
Luke M.
Featuring coverage of the MLB, historical content, and statistical research, this podcast is made by a baseball fan for baseball fans!
Today we're discussing potential landing spots for the remaining big-name free agents still available. Spring training has started already, so it's crunch time now for these guys, their agents, and their potential new teams
Today, we're talking about the impact of the trades that have happened throughout MLB during the offseason, including the Yankees acquiring Juan Soto and Alex Verdugo, the Orioles bringing in Corbin Burnes, the Braves taking a chance on Chris Sale, and many more!
We're back on this winter Sunday with a deep dive into the careers of Adrian Beltre, Joe Mauer, and Todd Helton, after all three of them were voted into the Baseball Hall of Fame this week
It is right and just that Leo joins the show to talk about the Twins vs. Astros showdown during the ALDS. Stay tuned for hot takes and friendly debates!
A little unscripted today, but we got my predictions for the Divisional Round that starts today! (Alternate title: this guy can jinx every team except the Phillies apparently)
The playoffs start tomorrow! I give my takes on each of the 12 teams in contention for the World Championship and make my predictions on who's going to come out on top. (Hint - their scouting department is quite "devilish" in their methods of finding the next best reliever in the game every year)
Today, we get an update on the MLB playoff picture, talk about some injuries to some big names, and analyze each playoff contender's rotation
Leo is back on to share some thoughts about where Shohei is going to be playing next year. Plus, we look at last week's waiver claims and take a dive into the past to honor an under the radar superstar on a terrible team
After a long hiatus, we are back once again, just in time for the final stretch of the MLB season! We'll breakdown each playoff race and preview the month of September
Easy cop-out episode! I just fill out a 2023 All-Star Game ballot and ramble about why my choices are clearly the best
Today, we're looking at this year's rookie class. There's a lot of guys who are making big impacts in their first year. Guys like Carroll, Yoshida, Jung, Brown, Senga...and McGough?
Finally, we're back at it! Looking at how this season has gone so far, several teams have disrupted the status quo and done surprisingly well. We'll be talking about the Rangers, Pirates, D-Backs, and a few others as well.
The Nationals are still deep into their rebuild, so 2023 is going to be pretty tough for them. That said, they have a lot of young talent getting ready to emerge that represents a brighter future
The Blue Jays got humbled a little bit in the playoffs last year. With some new pieces plus some newfound maturity, they could find a lot more success in 2023
The Rangers turned their weak rotation into a strength by adding Jacob deGrom and then some. But how good is the rest of the team?
Before the season starts, I give my best guess at how each team is going to do in 2023, plus I make my playoff and World Series predictions!
Opening Day is tomorrow! Let's talk about which teams have the best lineups and pitching staffs
The Rays had an injury-plagued 2022 season yet still made the playoffs. If they can stay healthy in 2023, can they go all the way?
The Mariners FINALLY made it back to October baseball last year. This year, they're hungry and poised to do even more damage
The Giants came back to earth last season, and they had a disappointing offseason to say the least. Can their current roster keep up with the other powerhouses in their division?
The Padres followed up their energizing playoff run in 2022 with a busy offseason. Their championship window is wide open now, but do they have what it takes to go all the way?
The Cardinals bid farewell to some franchise icons after 2022, but they are set on pursuing another division title in 2023.
The Pirates are still rebuilding, but, with their young talent and seasoned vets, they have a good shot to improve in 2023.
The Phillies are looking to carry the momentum from their surprise pennant run from 2022 into this year. They improved a lot this offseason, so great things could be on the horizon for them
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Die-hard Yankees fan Joe joins the show to talk about the upcoming season. He brings a fresh, honest perspective that adds a lot to the show!
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The A's are still deep in their long rebuild, but they continue to acquire young talent to develop in their farm system. We could see some of these guys arrive on the big league scene this year
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The Mets brought in plenty of reinforcements this offseason, as they usually do. They're going to need all the help they can get to make it to the top of the stacked NL East this year though
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It goes without saying that Minnesota had a VERY interesting offseason, but will it translate into success in 2023?--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
After barely missing out on a playoff spot last year, Milwaukee added several new faces to go along with their existing core. Will the new additions plus the emergence of some young talent from the farm system help get them back to October this year?
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The Marlins are going to rely heavily on their talented young starting rotation this year. The big question is: can the offense wake up and do their part?
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Last year was more of the same for the Dodgers: absolute dominance in the regular season followed by a brutal collapse in the playoffs. Will a new mindset and retooled roster change the narrative in 2023?
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The Angels...one of the most frustrating teams of the past several years. Can they finally realize their potential in 2023, and will they be able to keep Shohei Ohtani around?
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Kansas City looks to improve after a rough 2022. With a new manager and a lot of young talent bursting onto the scene, there is a lot of potential here, but only time will tell.
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The Tigers had a rough 2022, to say the least. They need big bounce back seasons from their rookies and veterans alike to improve in 2023.
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Leo joins tonight to talk about the defending champs and their outlook for 2023!
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Colorado continues to rebuild heading into 2023. Still, they have some guys who are looking to break out this year--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Cleveland was a fun young team that made a somewhat surprising playoff run in 2022. Their 2023 roster looks really well-constructed, and they seem to be in good shape for another push.
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Cincinnati is in the middle of another deep rebuild. Expectations are low, but they do have some interesting young players who could turn some heads if things go well this season
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The White Sox 2022 season was disappointing to say the least. Can their new manager bring in good vibes and more success for 2023?
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The Cubs added a lot of new pieces this offseason. Is the rebuild over, and can they take advantage of a weak NL central?--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
The Red Sox brought in a few pieces this offseason, but they also let their superstar shortstop leave in free agency. Can the new guys settle things down and compete in 2023?--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Baltimore went from cellar dwellers to playoff contenders last year in an amazing turnaround. Can their young studs help them go ever further this year?--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Today 2023 season preview is about the defending NL East Champion Atlanta Braves. After a disappointing exit in the playoffs and losing a couple big names, the Braves brought in some new faces to help them reload for another title push in 2023. Will it be enough?
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On the 1st installment of the 2023 SPS (Season Preview Series), we go down to Arizona to talk about the D-Backs' outlook for 2023. They vastly improved last season and made some moves over the winter to bring in pieces to supplement their burgeoning young core of stars. Will they make another big step forward in 2023?
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Tonight, we're going over the Yu Darvish extension, plus talking about the Bryan Reynolds situation in Pittsburgh and discussing some new rule updates from the league.
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After a long hiatus, we are back, with a list of 6 teams who "won" the offseason
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Carlos Correa is staying in Minnesota after all...wait, WHAT?!
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Apparently Carlos Correa's agent has reached out to other teams again?! Plus, the Red Sox lock up Rafael Devers, and the Pirates seem ready to trade Bryan Reynolds
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The Mets are now having concerns about Carlos Correa's health also?! Plus the Blue Jays add a really underrated piece in Daulton Varsho, and the Rogers twins are going to be pitching together in San Fran
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Just kidding about the whole Giants thing, Carlos Correa is actually going to the Mets. We now know that this is Steve Cohen's world and we're just living in it
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Carlos Correa signed a MASSIVE deal with San Fran, Dansby Swanson is heading to the North Side of Chicago, and the Twins signed...Joey Gallo?
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Tonight we have more signings to talk about: Senga, Bassitt, Vazquez, and more. Plus, the Braves ripped off the A's and got Sean Murphy.
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Tonight, we're talking about more recent MLB moves and signings, including Judge, Bogaerts, Nimmo, Taillon, and others
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We're talking about all the big free agent signings from the past few weeks. We hit all the big names, including deGrom, Verlander, Turner, Bellinger, and many more
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It's been awhile...but we're back. Tonight is a recap of the signings, trades, and management hires that have happened so far this offseason
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There's been so much excitement and insanity in this year's World Series that we just have to talk about all of it!
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Just in time for Game 1, here is my preview of the 2022 World Series
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Tonight, I'm ranking the top 10 World Series in History
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The Astros pummeled the Yankees in the ALCS, while the Bryce Harper and the Phillies rolled past the Padres in the NLCS. We're recapping both series in tonight's episode.
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Tonight, I explain why I think the Padres and Astros are heading to the World Series, plus some final thoughts (and rants) about the Divisional round of the playoffs.
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We're talking all about this crazy second round of the playoffs! The Phillies have knocked out the defending champs, plus the Padres try to send the Dodgers home, and the Astros attempt to shake the pesky Mariners.
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Leo joins me tonight and helps recap the craziness of the past weekend, including an interesting discussion about the Joe Musgrove incident, and highlights what to expect as we move into the next round of the playoffs.
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I give a preview of all 4 Wild Card series and make my predictions of which teams will win.
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Tonight we have so much to talk about! Aaron Judge, the Braves, the Phillies, the Mariners, and so much more
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This is a schedule episode...we're breaking down the final games of the regular season and looking in-depth at what teams need to do to clinch their playoff spots. (Also I predict that the Braves will snatch the NL East title from the Mets)
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We're talking all about Albert Pujols blasting his 700th homer, the Luis Castillo extension, and some injury concerns in Seattle, Tampa, and Atlanta
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Tonight, I talk about Aaron Judge's pursuit of the AL home run record, Dylan Cease's amazing year, and then we travel back in time to talk about the 1930 Philadelphia Phillies.
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Today is Roberto Clemente Day, and last night Yadi and Waino made history. Plus the emergence of Gunnar Henderson and the re-emergence of Trayce Thompson
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I share some statistical highlights and fun facts about the career of Albert Pujols, one of the greatest hitters of our time. Also, the last 10 minutes is my live reaction to the Twins blowing a no-hitter in the 9th inning (feel free to skip if all my improvising gets annoying)
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I announce the August players of the month, albeit a little late, and talk about the new pitch clock and shift rules that MLB is implementing next year
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It's been awhile since I last uploaded (I blame my new job and me having to travel to watch other people get married), but we're back! Since I've been gone, Zac Gallen has not allowed a run, and the playoff race continues to heat up
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This episode is a little late to the party, but I offer some takes on the Fernando Tatis Jr. situation as we gain more information about what happened. Plus, I talk about the Rangers letting go of their manager and GM, the Michael Harris II contract extension, and the continued roster turnover in Oakland.
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In this episode, I give an MLB standings breakdown and highlight the most exciting games coming up this weekend, and I also talk about the feel-good story of Joey Meneses
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Today I share my players of the month for August, including, but not limited to, Austin Riley, Aaron Judge, Edwin Diaz, and...Aledmys Diaz?
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This episode goes on for awhile, because I'm talking about every trade from Tuesday before the deadline. Yes, that includes the Soto deal.
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Josh Hader's going where?! The Yankees and Astros keep trying to one up each other, and the Rockies are the "I'm not like other girls" girl from your local high school
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I talk about the Andrew Benintendi deal, as well as the Mets trading for Tyler Naquin and Daniel Vogelbach. Plus, we got a concerning report about Mike Trout
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Some teams have a lot of work to do at the deadline, others...not so much
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I list my top-10 most likely players to get traded at the deadline.
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I talk about some current MLB standout performers, including Sandy Alcantara and all of the Orioles. Plus, what teams on the fringes of the playoff picture have the best chance to make it? Listen to find out
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I share some baseball related lists, including my favorite teams, managers, and broadcasters, as well as some that have nothing to do with baseball, because why not
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I list off my picks for the best players at each position during the month of June
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I share my take about the controversy surrounding Freddie Freeman's agent, plus other MLB news. And, I discuss why the Yankees, Dodgers, Astros, Padres, and Rays have the best starting rotations in the game right now.
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In today's episode, I talk about the Mariners-Angels brawl and the suspensions it produced, plus I discuss Bryce Harper's devastating injury, the recent success of the Baltimore Orioles, and I react to the ASG finalists
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This episode is a full-length interview with Elisha, a very passionate fan of the Bronx Bombers. We discuss the reasons why they've been so darn good this year
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I record myself filling out an MLB All-Star Game ballot online...and then another one, because there's no such thing as election integrity anymore.
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The Phillies and Angels fired their managers, hoping that a change in leadership can help save their season. I'll be going over the whole situation
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Today, I list out my picks for the best players in both the AL and the NL during the month of May
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What else, would we talk about if not Tommy Pham slapping Joc Pederson? Plus, a bio of a Double-A legend who randomly won an NL Player of the Week Award in 2002
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Lots of stuff in this episode, I'm gonna talk about Adley Rutschman's debut, Anderson vs. Donaldson, and nerd out over some FanGraphs charts.
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Today, I pick 2 players from each National League team, 1 who has exceeded expectations, and 1 who needs to step up their game a little bit.
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Today, I pick 2 players from every AL team-1 who has really impressed so far, and 1 who needs to step it up.
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In this episode, I talk about the 3 NL Division Leaders and what has gone right for them so far. Plus, Boston is making me look stupid, and the Reds are so bad it's funny.
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My good friend Brendan joins the show today and we spend some time sharing our experiences playing baseball while growing up, as well as key lessons that the game has taught us over the years.
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Today, I talk about the 3 division leaders in the American league and how they've separated themselves from the rest of the competition.
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The A's and Rockies have been surprisingly good this year. Why? The Twins and Phillies have been underachieving. Again, why? Plus, the Indians are really good at hitting and the Orioles have an elite pitching staff? And Tommy Pham keeps getting attention for the wrong reasons
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Today, my friend Leo joins me to talk about some rookie highlights and lowlights from the young season. Then I give my take on the Clayton Kershaw perfect game in Minnesota
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Today I'm sharing my thoughts about the first few regular season games, as well as reacting to the Crawford and Hayes extensions, and the Taylor Rogers Trade
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It is the eve of Opening Day, so I'm going to reveal my projections for the upcoming season!
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Today, I share my ranking of the top-5 starting rotations in the MLB this season, and then talk about a few other rotations to keep an eye on.
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Today, I breakdown the 5 major free agent signings that just happened, as well as how surprised some of us were when we heard the news
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Today, I breakdown what I think are the top 10 most important trades from the MLB offseason
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In the first ever episode of Out of Left Field, I analyze the 3 recent trades that the Minnesota Twins and offer some ideas about what their next move should be
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In today's show, I discuss the duo of Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl, and if their historic production can finally help the Oilers make some noise in the NHL, and if the rival Flames will get in the way of that. Plus I recap some of my favorite moves off the MLB off-season pre-lockout. Finally, I delve into the recent history of the Viking's QB carousel. Sponsored by Anchor
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I talk about the current state of the teams in the National League. Part 2 of 2 in a series
I talk about the current state of the teams in the American League. Part 1 of 2 in a series