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Peter Tierney & Matt Gnacek
A place where the most avid baseball fans discuss and debate all things baseball. Everything from minor league prospects to Hall of Fame analysis, and everything in between, Peter and Matt show why they are the biggest baseball fans and why they love to talk about the game.
Matt & Peter Discuss the Tiger surge, the Orioles decline, and the historic pace Aaron Judge is on.
Matt and Peter discuss the end of the season standings, the Tigers improbable run, and their predictions for the Postseason.
Matt & Peter discuss the state of the league in the last month of baseball and make their end-of-year award predictions.
Matt & Peter discuss the trade deadline and the standings around the league at the half-way point. They also break down the trade deadline with needs of each contending team and the players that are available.
Matt & Peter discuss the major headlines of the MLB season and third of the way through, including Paul Skenes, the massive rise in arm injuries, and who is the best team in the MLB?
Matt & Peter discuss spring training and breakdown the Colt Keith extension and Corbin Burnes trade, among other moves leading up to the season.
Matt and Peter discuss Shohei Ohtani's 10yr/$700M deal as well as the beginnings of free agency.
Matt and Peter discuss the 4 Wild Card Series that all ended in sweeps and preview the 4 Division Series.
Matt and Peter discuss the All-Star Week, including the Futures Game, MLB Draft, the Home Run Derby, and the All-Star Game.
Matt and Peter discuss the state of baseball through the mid-way point in the season. They talk Reds and why they are a team to dream on. As well as the struggles of the Yankees, Astros, and Blue Jays and which team is the odd man out of the playoffs.
Peter and Matt discuss the Oakland A's officially announcing their move to Las Vegas. They also breakdown their last division and talk about early returns of the new year.
Peter and Matt discuss the early returns from the new season as well as break down the surprisingly strong AL West.
Matt and Peter discuss the impacts of the WBC and final spring training thoughts. They also break down the NL Central Division.
Matt and Peter discuss AL Central and what is lacking in the Division with great potential but limited results. They also discuss the fun they have had watching the WBC so far!
Peter & Matt breakdown the AL East, which is arguably the best division in baseball. They also touch on the start of the WBC.
Matt and Peter discuss the new rules you can expect for the upcoming 2023 season. They also talk about Scott Rolen's induction into the Hall of Fame, the Pablo Lopez trade, and a few more minor signings.
Matt and Peter discuss the latest big offseason moves and give initial takes on several potential playoff bound teams. They also finish the Carlos Correa saga.
Matt and Peter were gone for the holidays and boy did they miss a lot. Decemember was the month of transactions and Matt and Peter attempt to break it all down. What they were not able to cover will be covered in the next episode.
Peter and Matt discuss the early offseason moves and prepare for the drama of the Winter Meetings
Matt and Peter discuss the crazy world series, highlights, and key players. They also discuss the early movements of the offseason.
Matt & Peter discuss the results of the Wildcard Round and recap the first game of the Division Series.
Matt & Peter discuss the results of the Wildcard Round and recap the first game of the Division Series.
Peter and Matt ramble about the wildcard matchups and the the teams that have byes in the postseason. They also make predictions for the 2022 World Series Winner. They also discuss some manager shakeups and the success of the two home run chases this year.
Peter and Matt ramble about the wildcard matchups and the the teams that have byes in the postseason. They also make predictions for the 2022 World Series Winner. They also discuss some manager shakeups and the success of the two home run chases this year.
Peter and Matt rift and rave over Albert Pujols chase of 700 home runs and Aaron Judge's chase of Maris' 61 home runs. They also discuss front office shake ups and updates on how the hyped rookies did this year.
Peter and Matt rift and rave over Albert Pujols chase of 700 home runs and Aaron Judge's chase of Maris' 61 home runs. They also discuss front office shake ups and updates on how the hyped rookies did this year.
Matt and Peter discuss the state of the AL Central and the struggles of the New York Yankees. They also talk about a resurgent Pujols and the disappointment of Tatis' suspension. They also try to figure out the best catcher in baseball.
Matt and Peter discuss the state of the AL Central and the struggles of the New York Yankees. They also talk about a resurgent Pujols and the disappointment of Tatis' suspension. They also try to figure out the best catcher in baseball.
Matt and Peter return from their hiatus to talk the state of the League, the trade deadline, and preparing for the last weeks of baseball.
Matt and Peter discuss the struggles of both LA teams and the loss of Joe Maddon. They also give an update on the Phillies season and the loss of Joe Girardi.
Matt & Peter discuss the "still early but just barley almost not early anymore" time in the baseball season. They do a deep dive into the Red Sox and Padres and the status of their seasons. They also discuss pace of play, Nestor Cortes, and Hunter Green threw a no-hitter.... and Lost!?!?!
Matt and Peter talk about the early returns from the first month of Baseball. They try to caution small sample size while making bold claims from the small samples. Also, biggest surprises and busts.
Matt and Peter breakdown the National League as well as give their predictions for each of the major awards and their World Series winner predictions for the 2022 season!
Matt & Peter discuss the American League, team-by-team, and predict who will win each division and the AL Pennant.
Matt & Peter discuss the new CBA agreement and the excitement about baseball being back! They also discuss the flurry of trades and free agent signings that occurred since the start of the CBA agreement.
Peter and Matt distract themselves from baseball being canceled by talking about the anticipation they have for their respective teams. They also reluctantly discuss baseball being canceled.
Matt and Peter have a guest on the show, Joe Pieper, to discuss his take on the CBA lockout and other offseason news. We also get his take on the status of the Cincinnati Reds.
As the CBA is starting to make progress, Matt and Peter discuss the status. They also review the HOF ballot and the implications moving forward. They also review recent players who decided to retire.
Matt and Peter conduct a Best Players of All-Time Draft in which they try to construct the best teams off all time and discuss the true greatest of all-time at each position.
Peter and Matt discuss their HOF ballots and discuss the implications of the MLB lockout.
Free Agents went left and right before the MLB lockout when transactions were stopped. Matt and Peter attempt to discuss them all.
Peter & Matt discuss the first big moves of the offseason as well as recap the awards handed out.
Matt & Peter discuss the World Series and what it took for the Braves to come out on top! They also preview the offseason that has started off very busy! They also say bye to Buster Posey as he decides to call it a career.
The unlikely matchup of the Houston Astros and the Atlanta Braves is set for the World Series. Matt and Peter break down how they got here and their predictions for who will take home the trophy this year.
Matt & Peter breakdown both wildcard games, but in a slightly different way. They both go solo! So no friendly banter on this one, just the cold hard facts (aka opinions) from our brains.
Matt & Peter waste no time from the end of the regular season to break down the craziness that was Game 162 as well as the each divisional series breakdown. And of course, we try to predict the future.
Matt & Peter come off their break just in time for some fun postseason races and Playoff Baseball! They dive into the craziness of the NL West, the weird Cardinals run and the excitement of the AL Wild Card Race! Come check it out and excuse the weird audio from Matt...
The godfather makes his return to the podcast for some more trivia: this time, it's Steve Miller v. Peter. Matt gives some great questions to test your baseball knowledge.
After 2 months of the season and the Giants and Rays lead their respective leagues. A little surprising if you ask us. How are they doing it?
And should the Nationals tear it down?
Matt and Peter are back to talk about the state of the MLB at the 1/3 point. They discuss whether we should be worried about the spike in no-hitters as well as the Angels and Twins start.
They also remind the sport that unwritten rules aren't rules....
Also, here is Will Craig's attempt at a rundown:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JPaLXbYxTjQ
Matt & Peter discuss the terrific no-hitter from John Means and Matt has many thoughts on it. They boys also react to Pujols being DFAed as well as the Minor Leagues starting up again.
Peter also has to apologize to Vladdy...
Matt & Peter dive into the early season surprises, from the Royals and Red Sox leading their division, to the Yankees pulling up the rear.
They also discuss the breakout of Corbin Burns and Jacob deGrom taking ANOTHER step forward. Lastly, the no-hitters have been coming in bunches this year. They need a breakdown.
The gang discusses their feelings on Opening Day as well as an American League breakdown/predictions for the young season.
Matt & Peter talk NL West and the outlook for each division in 2021. They also talk about Nick Markakis calling it a career.
Matt and Peter discuss the crazy departure of the Seattle Mariner's CEO and what he had to say about his own players. Tatis also lands a massive deal, which has major implications throughout the League.
A LOT is going on in the world of baseball and Matt and Peter attempt to discuss it all in a reasonable amount of time.
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We pay tribute to Hank Aaron and the amazing person and career he had.
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The season is planning on starting on time. The gang has thoughts on it.
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Free agency and trades really heated up the last 2 weeks. See if Matt and Peter and get through it all in a reasonable amount of time.
Peter & Matt discuss a slew of Free Agents coming off the board and the impacts they have on their new teams. Also: the GM of the Mets is gone for an insane reason.
Matt & Peter discuss the blockbuster trade of Frankie Lindor and their take on the direction of the Indians and Mets. They also discuss the new guys on the HOF ballot and who they think will get in.
Peter and Matt discuss the Commissioner's decision to greatly shrink the minor leagues and the impact it has on communities that lose baseball. They also begin to look at early offseason moves and the impacts they are having throughout the league.
Matt & Peter discuss the major shake-ups in front offices in baseball, starting with Kim Ng breaking the female glass ceiling for GM's in baseball.
Also, we take as look at potential free agents and trade targets that teams will be considering this offseason.
We wrap up with our thoughts on the awards that were handed out by MLB.
The Dodgers finally get their ring!! Matt & Peter discuss Game 6 of the World Series, the legacy of this year and where both the Rays and Dodgers go from here.
Well Game 4.....umm....happened. The crazy ending was too much for Matt and Peter, so we needed a guest to come on to make this a full therapy session to answer the singular question: What just happened?!?!
The Astros were unable to complete the comeback while the Dodgers were, the LCS was a crazy week in which we were grateful for TWO Game 7's. The gang breaks down the two series and the upcoming World Series.
And then there were 4. Matt & Peter dive into the last week of baseball and all the exciting moments from the Divisional Series. They then look ahead to the ALCS and NLCS and who we might see in the World Series.
After a wild Wildcard week, baseball has moved on to the Divisional Series. Matt and Peter take a look back at the past week as well as preview the Divisional Series and the rest of the Postseason.
Well the season is somehow over, but the playoffs are here. Matt & Peter discuss the highlights of the season and predictions for the postseason with a few bold predictions.
Peter & Matt discuss the Trade deadline and the ramifications it has throughout the league. They also discuss the passing of HOF Tom Seaver.
The baseball season (believe it or not) is already half over. A lot of huge headlines from the Tatis Grand Slam to drama in Cleveland to the disappointment of the Mets, Peter and Matt discuss it all.
But not without a price. The boys discuss the negotiations between players and owners and the ultimate result of those negotiations resulting in baseball this year.
Matt and Peter talk about the surprises and interesting moves from the MLB draft. From the crazy draft the Rangers had to the predictable draft of the Mets, you can hear all about how your team did!
With the draft on Wednesday, Matt & Peter try their hand at a mock draft. See what player your team takes.
The gang gets Nathan Mansour back on the Pod to discuss our favorite logos that have been lost to history. We also get an opportunity to discuss some hypothetical scenarios that you won't want to miss!
Click on "Episode Webpage" to view logos discussed.
The gang adds another Matt to hear his take on this favorite team: the Toronto Blue Jays. With some much exciting young talent coming through the system, we get to hear the optimism north of the border.
Matt & Peter discuss the MLB proposal to start the season and debate the many facets of it. Also, the Draft has been sorted out, and we have some opinions on that!
Also an update on the CPBL and KBO as well as an update on the World Baseball Classic.
Matt & Peter discuss their favorite pitching stats and how to use them. If you are trying to understand the basics of pitching stats, this is the episode for you!
Matt & Peter discuss all things KBO and CPBL as the gang reminisce about old MLB players currently over there.
They also discuss the new potential plan to get the MLB back.
Matt & Peter discuss there favorite batting stats and how to use them. If you are trying to understand the basics, there is the episode for you!
Matt and Peter Invite the expert of baseball logos on in Nathan Mansour to rank and discuss the best and worst logos in baseball. There are some disagreements, so stay tuned for this one!
Also, the gang remembers Al Kaline and discusses the potential of bringing baseball back... in Arizona.
Below are results:
With baseball still out, the gang decides to get Steve Miller back on to have a fun game of baseball trivia! Afterwards, we discuss the 6 most unbreakable records (in our opinion) in baseball history.
Despite no baseball on the original Opening Day, the gang still found some time to reminisce about what Opening day means and do some fun trivia. Also, they have a discussion of the agreement between players and owners on the rules for baseball this year and the potential implications it could have for service time, the draft, and international signings.
Also, Thor has Tommy John.
As the world deals with the Corona Virus pandemic, the baseball world has also not been spared. Will there be baseball this year? How do contracts get impacted by this? What about the Draft? International signings? The list goes on and Matt and Peter discuss it.
Also, Chris Sale has TJ.
Matt and Peter discuss the status of their two favorite teams, the Tigers and Orioles, and what players to look out for this year. They also discuss how the rebuild is going, players coming up, and when they may be competitive again.
The gang welcome Joe Pieper on, a long-time friend of the podcast, for his opinions on the NL Central and his personal take on the new-and-improved Reds this year. As a fan of the Reds, we get to hear a personal vision of what he hopes for from his team this year. We also take an in-depth look at the rest of the teams in the division.
Also, Manfred has another crazy idea. This time: changing the playoff format.
After a crazy week of trades being made and then taken back and then made again, Mookie Betts does get moved to the Dodgers.
The gang recaps the off-season and their thoughts on manager moves and the most improved teams of the off-season (and the first raw disagreement of the pod)
Also, Curtis Granderson Retired.
The gang recaps the hall of fame results and the state of the off-season. They finish with a take on the baseball experience and the things they look for in a good stadium (49:22). If you are more of a casual baseball fan, this is your episode!
Minus Matt, Plus Tim. This new, shorter podcast featuring a good friend of the Podcast, Tim Mckeeby, allows another take on the Houston Astros scandal to be put forward. Were the penalties not enough? Tim makes a case.
Also, Jeter.
The Houston Astros were stung with one of the worst penalties on a team in recent memory, and Matt and Peter are here to discuss the ramifications.
Also, a crazy trade completed by Tampa and St. Louis has the gang excited.
Lastly, Robo-umps?
The gang discusses the new rules entering the game as well as suggested rules to be added to the game. Everything from mound visit limits to shortening the season to starting your lineup anywhere you want late in the game, the gang discusses their opinion.
The gang discusses and debates the one topic they hardly ever see eye-to-eye on: the Hall of Fame. From Billy Wagner to Larry Walker to Todd Helton, the boys debate the criteria of who should be enshrined in baseball greatness forever.
Also: sorry for the audio problems late in this episode. They will be corrected moving on.
We recorded this a while ago, but took a while to post it. We preview the offseason with our predictions of free agents (even though a lot have signed by now), but the discussion was still interesting.
The gang concludes with their take on the Houston Astros Scandal.
THE NATIONALS HAVE WON THE WORLD SERIES!! Go crazy folks! Go crazy! Okay no, not really. Unless you are our first featured guest and massive Nationals fan, Steve Miller. The "Godfather" of this podcast stops by to give us his take of the Nationals and his love for this team. We recap the World Series finish, debate rule changes, and preview the off-season. There is always next year for the other 29 teams...
The guys have their hiatus but we are back and give our take on how the WS is going and what to expect for the last few games. Wow, what a series so far! So many headlines. So much to talk about, so little time. But we will do our best!
The boyz talk about the insane Game 5's that the NL featured. From the Braves blow up to the Dodger's questionable decisions, Matt and Peter break it all down. They also take a look at the upcoming NLCS series and keys to look for.
I know, I know, this content isn't super relevant anymore. But the gang still talks about the wildcard games and discusses the Divisional Series. Predictions and takes so far!
After Peter wrote off the Brewers last week, they came charging after him and locked up a Wildcard spot in the last week. The gang discusses what their strategy should be in the wildcard game and what to expect for that game. We also take a look at the AL Wildcard race and discuss a reliever you probably have never heard of.
Lastly, Peter has some words for the Tigers.
The baseball year is almost over, and with that comes the usual speculation of who might be retiring this year. The boyz dive into the speculation game of who might be on their way out and their favorite memories of each of those guys.
The gang also takes a look at the Oakland A's and their surprise run at the playoffs (Marcus Semien is actually good). They also discuss the impact of recent injuries throughout the league and finish with a shoutout the Yastrzemski family.
Felix Perfect Game: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H-zFYjB5Tos
Bartolo Colon's Flip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zp-27Sb-Vyg
Laureano's Throw: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YpkdzwcDP1s
The Cardinals are pulling away while the Cubs and Brewers deal with major injuries. So, Peter and Matt discuss the call up of Nico Hoerner to replace Baez and well as the unfortunate injury to Christian Yelich.
The boys also discuss what has made the Cardinals so successful recently (Hint: Jack Flaherty) and what is the proper way to construct a bullpen.
The gang concludes with their takes on Dave Dombrowski's firing and some cool Major League debuts that happened throughout the league.
The gang is back after a short break to bring you a discussion on several major topics from the last week... and also the Seattle Mariners (man, so many cheap shots at them).
Topics: Players weekend, the insanely deep Dodgers, Jake Bauers' crazy throw, Aquino update, Castellanos is good again, Verlander's No-no, and a remembrance of a Chace Numata.
Baurs' Throw:
https://twitter.com/Cut4/status/1168911710088060933
Matt & Peter take a stab at the future as they predict World Series Contenders as well as winners of award races, such as the MVP, CY Young, Rookie of the Year, and Comeback Player of the Year.
Also, the gang raps it up by talking about "Chicken Little" from the Little League World Series as he tries to reinvent how to stand in the batter's box. Take a look for yourself:
https://twitter.com/SportsCenter/status/1162852621985517569
Is Aristides Aquino for real? How good have other rookies really been? Are the Mets for real? Are the guys going to cry over Tatis being hurt for the year? Matt and Peter will answer all these questions on another exciting episode of From the Grandstand.
Also, how do you feel about stealing signs? The guys don't seem to mind but it what about if it is in the Little League World Series? When do we draw the line?
Lastly, the guys remember the 1994 baseball strike and wonder if there are signs pointing to another one around the corner.
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Matt and Peter dive into the crazy weekend of baseball. From the No-No started by Aaron Sanchez to the sweeps by both the Yankees and Cubs over division rivals, the guys discuss the implications of the teams involved. The boys finish up with a discussion of some Minor League Baseball rules as well as the botched trade by the Tigers. Don't miss any of the discussion!
Peter and Matt tackle the MLB Trade Deadline and give their opinions on several moves that were made at the Deadline. From the Giants staying (semi) idol to the Braves and Rays making some witty moves, Peter and Matt give their takes and insights on the crazy day that was the Trade Deadline.
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