The Stitches Podcast: Recent Episodes
The Stitches Podcast
The baseball podcast for every type of fan. We bring analysis and opinions from all different types of viewpoints, combining new and old-age thinking into one show. Host Luke Manderfeld, along with Robert Stangler, Noah Manderfeld and Nik Budig, break down hot topics, news stories, teams and more while having some fun along the way.
We're gearing up for All Star weekend, reviewing the rosters, snubs and potential starting pitching matchups. We also make our predictions for the Home Run Derby field. Enjoy!
Yes, we're back, and we're talking All-Star team rosters as voting gets underway. We go through and pick our starters at each position as well as the starting pitchers for both the AL and NL. Some fun picks in here. We don't forget about the honorable mentions either. Enjoy!
It's way too early to make any conclusions, but why not do it anyway? We go over the Twins start, some eye-popping divisions and players who are catching our eyes. Thanks for listening!
In season of change, there is a lot to break down after this first week of baseball. We talk about the new rule changes, impact rookies and the Twins' up-and-down start. Looks like they are who we thought they were? Thanks for listening!
It's time for a new baseball season, and that means a new prediction special! We go over our picks for playoff teams, pennant winners and world champions as well as individual awards in both leagues. This might be most we've disagreed in a while, so let us know where you think we're wrong! Regardless, this season is shaping up to be a fun one. Thanks for listening!
A week of the WBC down, and just a few days left. It's been a great tournament so far, but it hasn't been without its controversy. We break down why we believe the WBC is one of the best baseball tournaments out there — and why criticism is misplaced — and some of the craziness of the games so far. Thanks for listening!
With spring training about midway through and the WBC on tap, we go over some of our winners and losers so far, including injuries, the pitch clock, prospects and much more. Thanks for listening!
Spring Training is here, and that means it's time to review the offseason. We go over our report cards and discuss three winners and losers from the past few months, including teams and players. Thanks for listening!
OK, we may have jumped the gun on last week's World Baseball Classic preview. But we've got the breakdown of the officially official rosters today, going over teams, matchups and our picks to win. We can't wait for some international baseball. Thanks for listening!
The WBC is just over a month away, and we couldn't be more excited. We go over some of the preliminary rosters, including the top three teams USA, Dominican Republic and Japan. We also touch on underdogs and the lesser-known teams. Enjoy!
P.S. Apologies for the low-quality audio from Luke. A new mic is on the way for next week!
The Twins traded a fan favorite and got a good pitcher in return. What does this mean for 2023 and beyond? How much does this alter the lineup and rotation? We break it all down on this episode. Thanks for listening!
What to say about this offseason podcast? We (mostly) talked about the new rule changes coming this baseball season. But we also delved into the January Blues, birthdays and Mountain Dew Voltage. Oh, and the audio got a little funky for about 10 minutes in the beginning. Trust us, it's a fun one. Anyways, thanks for listening!
The Twins actually did something good? Yes, a month after we laid into the organization for missing on Carlos Correa, Minnesota signed him to a franchise-record deal, but only after a couple of teams balked at his physical. We break down what this means for the Twins and where this offseason can go from here.
Carlos Correa is gone. But more importantly, it seems as though the Twins lost out on their No. 1 offseason target. That means it's time to rant. What's the plan after this? How many opportunities will this front office get? We go over all of it and more in this all-Twins episode.
Some big free agents have signed, but we're still waiting on the biggest to make his move. We go over some of the pickups and trades so far, including Jacob deGrom, Justin Verlander, Trea Turner and much more. Thanks for listening!
It's time to go back to March and take a look at our preseason predictions, including divisions, leagues, World Series and major awards. Where did we go wrong? What did we pick right? As always, we mix in the goofy with the serious. Thanks for listening (and not making fun of us)!
The offseason has officially begun. We go over some of the big names on the free agent market, their value and potential landing spots. A couple things we learned: This market is heavy on shortstops and risky pitchers. Thanks for listening!
Astros are the 2022 World Champions, without an asterisk. We break down the six-game series, including some of the missteps by Rob Thomson in that final game, some of our surprise players and plays, and the craziness of the Astros roster. Thanks for listening!
It's time for the 2022 World Series — Astros vs. Phillies. One team has been the best of the best all year (and the last six years). The other snuck into the playoffs and got hot at the right time. Who will win it all? We break down the matchup and (kind of) give our predictions. Enjoy!
The American League and National League Championship Series matchups are set. Phillies vs. Padres. Yankees vs. Astros. We do a quick breakdown of each series and what to expect. Can't beat October baseball. Enjoy!
Well, our picks are shot. The Wild Card Round was absolutely wild, and we've still got a few weeks of baseball left. We go through our thoughts on the weekend, Divisional Round matchups and whether Robert uses Icy Hot around his ears... Yeah. Enjoy!
There is no shortage of storylines in this year's postseason, which kicks off tomorrow with the new best-of-three first round. We go over each first-round matchup and all 12 teams in this playoff preview, including some upset predictions. Enjoy!
Luke is back from his trip, so we get caught up on all things Europe and baseball. We chat about some of his experiences, the postseason race, MVP and much more on this off-the-cuff episode. Enjoy!
The favorites in both of the divisions in the east have seen their leads dwindle. We chat the NL and AL East, Mets, Yankees, Rays, Braves and plenty about the upcoming postseason. We even dove into the heated MVP race. Enjoy!
We should've realized that giving Robert free reign to chat about the White Sox wouldn't end so well... The good news is that it's extremely entertaining. We also go over some impact players in September. Thanks for listening!
Like the Twins season, this podcast goes off the rails quite a bit. We discuss Twins and Yankees sliding, some rookies and a bunch of random baseball news. Stick around -- it's a fun one!
With a few of the divisions seemingly decided, the wild card races in both leagues are heating up. We go over potential teams in the mix, some of which are unexpected. Hope you enjoy!
The trade deadline was absolutely wild and included perhaps one of the biggest trades in baseball history. We recap a busy day, talking about the Twins, Juan Soto, Mariners, Phillies and much more. Thanks for listening!
Today we discuss the trade deadline and some of the biggest pieces that might on the move, including Juan Soto, Luis Castillo, Frankie Montas and much more. Hope you enjoy! Thanks for listening!
The 2022 All-Star Squads are out, and there are a few snubs. Nik Budig and Luke Manderfeld go over the players, potential matchups and who really got the short end of the stick, including a pitcher leading the league in WAR. Thanks for listening!
With voting coming to a close in just a few days, Nik Budig and Luke Manderfeld go over their All Star Game ballots. There might be some surprises on here, including an unorthodox pick at first base. Thanks for listening!
Half of the divisions in baseball are within just a handful of games. We break down the AL Central, NL Central and NL West in today's episode. Get ready for some close stretch runs! Thanks for listening!
Teams out east are going streaking, particularly the Yankees, on pace for 119 wins. The Twins also wrapped up a tough stretch against some of the best in the AL East, and they fared... pretty well? Thanks for listening!
It's the end of May, and that means it's time for our early power rankings. We go over our top five and bottom five teams around the league. Any surprises? Tune in to find out!
It seems the difference between good and great teams has been the bullpen. We go over some of the top teams and their bullpen performances so far, including one of the best from the Yankees. Thanks for listening!
Today we go over some of the top prospects in baseball and who might be getting the call to the majors in the next few weeks. Will these guys make big impacts? Or will they struggle like we've seen with several other prospects this year? Thanks for listening!
A couple of American League teams have emerged from April on hot streaks. Are the Twins and Yankees legit? We also touch on the Reds and one of the worst starts to a season in major league history. Thanks for listening!
Today we go over some of the surprise players to start the season — good and bad. Some of the names include Kyle Tucker, Nestor Cortes Jr. and Connor Joe. Should you believe it or not? Thanks for listening!
The 2022 season is fully underway. The guys go around the league and talk about struggling rookies, the Twins and other weird starts. Hope you enjoy!
Welcome to our 2022 predictions! We go over division winners, wild cards, league champs and award winners. There are a few surprise picks in this one, including a team that might be the one to beat. Can't wait until Opening Day! Enjoy!
The Twins made a big splash signing the best free agent in this year's class. But one of the panelists doesn't think it's as good as you think. Get ready for some heated exchanges! Thanks for listening!
The lockout has ended and the deals have started. The Twins have been busy over the past few days, and it seems like more deals are coming. Plus, there are a couple of blockbuster deals to chat about. Thanks for listening!
Today we go over our top 10 shortstops entering the 2022 season, with a mix of old and new players, including a 20-year-old up and comer. While we agree on the top two players, the rest of our lists are quite different. Listen as we discuss our thoughts! Enjoy!
Today we go over the state of lockout discussions and what could be next. We also cover the Rangers farm system with our resident experts. Thanks for listening!
We're back with another episode focusing on top prospects. We wanted to go over much more, but we ended up chatting primarily about the Royals and Giants systems — quite the deep dive. Enjoy!
Today we go over some of our fondest baseball teams and memories. Ir we don't have baseball to watch on TV, at least we can reminisce. Thanks for listening!
With the ongoing lockout, we break down some of the top 100 prospect lists. Robert Stangler and Nik Budig bring their expertise to evaluate some of the top names, systems and more. Enjoy!
David Ortiz was the only player inducted into the Hall of Fame last week. But why? What about the stars of the steroid era? And is there some substance to "East Coast bias?" Thanks for listening!
It's finally here. The final round of our bracket to determine baseball's next great pitcher. Walker Buehler vs. Julio Urias. Dodger vs. Dodger. Who will come out on top? Thanks for listening!
Four pitchers remain. Julio Urias vs. Corbin Burnes. Walker Buehler vs. Shane Bieber. Who moves on to set up the championship round next week? Thanks for listening!
We're down to eight, and there are a couple of matchups causing quite a stir among the panel. Who is baseball's next great pitcher? Thanks for listening!
It's the Round of 16 in our 32-player bracket to determine baseball's next great pitcher. Enjoy a matchup between White Sox pitchers, consistency vs. upside and much, much more. Who will move on to the Elite Eight? Thanks for listening!
We're back with another bracket. This time we're going over the top pitchers under 28 years of age. Each week, we'll go line-by-line to determine who is baseball's next great pitcher. Enjoy the debates that ensue!
The Mets and A's have closed the book on their newest manager searches, and they seemed to go in some opposite directions. We discuss the two hires and the state of managing today. Enjoy!
Since so much has happened since our last offseason podcast (thanks, lockout), we decided to circle back to the National League teams and their needs. We go over the Marlins, Braves, Cardinals and more. Hope you enjoy!
There's a lockout, and who knows how long it will last? MLB and the players have come to an impasse, and it's looking like games might be affected months from now. We go over the state of affairs in baseball and some of the teams caught flat-footed. Thanks for listening!
Free agency just jumped to life these past few days, including a record-setting deal. We're here to break down all the big names and teams in the mix. Thanks for listening!
Today we go over some of the American League teams and their needs this offseason. We particularly focus on the contenders and up-and-comers like the Yankees, Tigers, Mariners, White Sox and much more. Thanks for listening!
The offseason has begun, and the market is already heating up. We go over some of the big names in the class, their potential landing spots and some lesser-known free agents. Thanks for listening!
What a season, and congratulations to the Atlanta Braves, the 2021 World Champions. It's time to review our 2021 picks, including a one in a million pick from one of the panelists. How'd we do? Thanks for listening!
The World Series rages on, and the storyline has been pitching — or the lack thereof. Starters have not gone deep into games, leaving bullpens exposed. How will this affect the last two games of the series? Thanks for listening!
The World Series starts tonight. The Stitches Panel breaks down the matchup and makes predictions. Underdogs vs. Behemoths. Astros vs. Braves. Let's finish the 2021 season in style!
The Championship Series are starting to take shape. Without our resident prospect expert, we break down the games so far and why the Astros and Dodgers might be in some trouble. Thanks for listening!
The Division Series have given us a lot — thankfully, no sweeps. We go over some of the games so far, the controversy and what to expect going forward. Thanks for listening!
Yes, the 2021 playoffs are finally here! After a wild regular season, the stage is set, beginning with a Tuesday night showdown between two longtime rivals. The crew goes over each round and team, breaking down what you can expect over the next few weeks. Thanks for listening!
The Wild Card race has come down to just a few teams. We break down the upcoming Yankees/Blue Jays series and get on a tangent about inexperienced managers. Thanks for listening!
There are only two weeks left in the regular season, and Wild Card races are coming down to the wire, particularly in the American League. How does the rest of the season shape up? We break it down on this episode.
We decided to air it out on this episode. We talk about the AL MVP race, players on the cusp of great seasons and some playoff hopes. Thanks for listening!
While this year is a little different for September call-ups, there are quite a few intriguing names popping up on rosters down the stretch. We break down some of the guys making auditions for next year or even helping their teams snag a playoff spot. Enjoy!
As we approach the stretch run, there are still plenty of teams on the fringe that will need a decent September push to make it into the playoffs. We break down their keys for the final month. Thanks for listening!
It's time to check in on the game's young guns and how their seasons have been going so far. We break down some of the top rookies and young teams — what we like, don't like and more. Thanks for tuning in!
The NL West has been the best division for parody, upsets and more. And there's quite the surprise team in first place. We break down the Giants, Dodgers and Padres and how things could look going forward. Thanks for listening!
Now that the sellers have shipped off players, it's time to take a look at some of these teams and their futures. Who are some of the intriguing names in their farm systems, and how soon could we see these guys up in the big leagues?
The trade deadline was absolutely wild — perhaps the craziest deadline we've ever had. We take a long episode to break it all down, including some of the biggest names and deals. Enjoy!
We're almost to the trade deadline, so it's time to give you a primer on all the players and the teams in the mix. The Twins will probably be an impact seller as well. Thanks for listening!
It's time for the All-Star Break. We go over some of the snubs, players and Home Run Derby to preview you for the next few days to come. Thanks for listening.
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It's almost time for the MLB Draft. The guys break down some of their favorites as well as their methods for evaluating talent. Thanks for listening!
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Today, we talk about some of the managers on the hot seat, including Rocco Baldelli, Brian Snitker, Tory Luvullo and Aaron Boone. Should these guys be worried? Or do they have some leash left? Thanks for listening!
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The NL East is now MLB's worst division, something that not a lot of us predicted going into the season. We break down each of the teams, their seasons so far and where they can improve going forward. Thanks for listening!
Today we break down two of the worst teams in baseball: the Orioles and Diamondbacks. These two clubs are coming off terrible stretches. But is there hope for the rest of the season or beyond?
The United States has put together quite the roster in advance of its second-to-last chance to qualify for the Summer Olympics in Tokyo. There's a good mix of prospects and former MLB All-Stars. We go over some of the names and the anticipation of international baseball. Enjoy!
The Twins are one of the worst teams in baseball through mid-May. And it hasn't gotten much better after a home series with the White Sox. What is going wrong? And where do they go from here?
Offense is at one of its lowest point in more than two decades. What's causing this fall off, and does something need to be down to remedy the situation? We break it all down on today's episode. Thanks for listening!
Today we go over some of the surprising starts in baseball, including the Twins, Royals, Yankees and more. Should we trust them? Or is a correction in order?
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Today we go over some of the breakout players of April and whether or not their early performances are sustainable. Names include Jazz Chisholm Jr., Dylan Carlson, Yermin Mercedes and more! Thanks for listening.
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There have been some extremely entertaining series early on in the year, including last week's Padres and Dodgers matchup. We've also seen a few surprise teams make some noise. We break down some of the more entertaining games and teams three weeks into the season.
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Outfielders have been going off all over baseball, and we chat about a few of them on today's episode. Also, a few of the top teams are having their depth tested early. How will this affect the rest of the season?
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We're about four games into the 2021 season, and some storylines have emerged. Enjoy this roundtable discussion with the Stitches panel!
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The Opening Day rosters are out, and there are some intriguing players on the list. We break down some of the fringe guys that you might want to look out for in 2021.
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It's finally here! Welcome to our 2021 prediction special. We break down our division winners, World Series picks and award winners. And some of picks (or teams we didn't pick) might shock you. There are quite a few debates to be had, so let us know if you disagree by sending us an email. Thanks for listening!
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The minor leagues are testing out a few rules and changes that might make their way to the majors at some point. We break down each one and give our thoughts. Thanks for listening!
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A few players have stepped up in Spring Training. We evaluate some performances and whether they are overhyped or just right. Thanks for listening!
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The baseballs will be un-juiced this season, apparently. This could have a huge effect on home runs and pitcher stats, but nobody seems to be talking about it. What does this mean for the game and the 2021 season?
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Games start this weekend! Here are some players and teams you need to watch as Spring Training gets underway.
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Spring Training is firing up, and games will be played in a matter of weeks. We've got some of the teams and players you need to watch for before the season officially begins.
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Trevor Bauer is now the highest-paid pitcher on an annual average value basis, inking a giant deal with the Los Angeles Dodgers. Was the money worth it? Or was this a product of the market? This sets up one of the best division races in recent memory between the Dodgers and Padres. We also answer an interesting question about the Twins at the end. Enjoy!
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There are a number of teams making small moves to move closer to a playoff spot. But are they enough? We also go over the huge Nolan Arenado deal and what it means for the Cardinals and Rockies.
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Baseball again shoots itself in the foot. Can the players and owners agree on anything? And it looks like Spring Training may not start on time. We discuss all of it and more on today's episode!
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Today we break down Baseball America's Top 100 prospects list. Some players surprisingly fell, and some ascended. We break it all down!
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Another big trade. Francisco Lindor moves to the Mets for an intriguing return. The Mets are now solid NL contenders. The panel discusses just how good they are after this deal!
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The San Diego Padres aren't messing around. They've revamped their rotation and signed an intriguing Asian infielder. Are they legit? Or are there more questions to be asked?
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It's the holidays, but there has been some movement on the hot stove. Kohei Arihara signed with the Rangers, Josh Bell is on the move and more. Hopefully this is a sign of things to come. Enjoy!
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There's been some movement in the free agent market, but it hasn't been substantial. We go over some of the relatively bigger names so far, like James McCann, Charlie Morton, Trevor May and more. Enjoy!
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Today we are joined by Jacob Zweiback, with Prospects Live. He's a good friend of our co-host Robert, and he works closely with agent Rachel Luba, who represents Trevor Bauer and Yasiel Puig. We chat about some big prospects, including Royce Lewis, and some funny scouting stories. Hope you enjoy!
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How many trades are we going to see in this whacky offseason? The hot stove is heading up, particularly around the Phillies and Reds, and a mysterious team keeps popping up in rumors. We break it all down.
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Today we chat about some of the upcoming Asian players coming to MLB, and how we think they will fare. We also take a deep dive into these leagues and some of their different cultures.
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Today we go over the under-the-radar free agents that many aren't talking about. These include some veterans, newcomers and more. Hope you enjoy!
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Today we go over the 2020 season and our predictions. Just how on or off were we back in July? We break it all down on this episode.
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This week we'll find out the winners to a number of awards. We go over all of the names and give our thoughts on who should win.
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Now that the shortened season has come to a close, what should we do now? Well, talk about baseball all over the world, course. The KBO playoffs are in full swing and Japan will join them soon. We also break down a bit about the World Series last week.
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The World Series is coming to a close, so we had to break it down one more time. How have the Rays managed the series so far? Are the Dodgers destined for victory? All that, and more, on this episode.
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The end of the season is (already) here, and boy is it an interesting matchup. We've got the big-money Dodgers vs. the small-money Rays. Not necessarily a David vs. Goliath, but definitely similar. We break down both teams on today's episode ahead of the Game 1 on Tuesday.
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The World Series is drawing ever nearer. And the four teams left are certainly intriguing. Robert and Luke breakdown all of the teams and the headlines on this episode!
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That was a depressing first round. All of our favorite teams were eliminated. But Robert's big move is over, and he's back to chat about the playoffs (and our failed first-round picks). As the postseason continues, there are still a few interesting matchups on the docket.
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Man, that came quickly. The playoffs are here, and in this new format, there are plenty of enticing matchups. We go through the entire first round and break down all of the teams. Then we go over our final brackets.
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Teams are scrambling to get into the playoff picture with a week left. With a new seeding system, these next few days are very, very important. We break it all down on this episode with a very special guest.
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Nik Budig and Robert Stangler take over the podcast as the Twins take on the White Sox in a crucial four-game set. This could determine the AL Central and even the No. 1 seed in the American League. Who will take it all?
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Both of the Ohio teams have had some pretty interesting years. One has been over performing, while the other has been underwhelming. We break down both of them on this episode!
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Rookies are all over this place in this crazy 2020 season, and a few of them are making huge impacts. We break down some of the big names and perhaps a few of the smaller ones on this episode.
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The trade deadline is almost here, believe it or not. Teams will need to upgrade during this short 60-game season, but it doesn't look like there will be any blockbuster trades. How can the Twins improve? And what players might be on the move?
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There are a few teams that are popping off early in the season – a bit unexpectedly. We go over what's making them tick and perhaps some guys to watch in the future. Thanks for tuning in!
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There are some underwhelming starts by a couple of teams and players. Robert Stangler and Luke Manderfeld break down who and what we should be worried about. Thanks for listening!
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We're a week and a half through the season, and there are plenty of whacky numbers to look at. We go over a few of our potential overreactions, and have some fun along the way.
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The Twins and White Sox opened the season with a bang, and baseball kicked things off in style. We go over all of it, and our revised predictions in this episode!
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It's time for our crazy predictions with our very special guest. We go through each division, wild cards, World Series and award winner. Get ready for some crazy picks!
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Could we see a rekindled AL Central rivalry between the Twins and White Sox? The South Siders have made some moves this offseason and might make a charge to the top in this shortened season. But is it just a year too early for them? We break down the matchup on this episode.
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2020 is sketchy at the very least, but if there is an MLB season, the Twins look in good position to at least secure a playoff spot and do some damage. On today's episode, we break down their 60-man roster and talk about COVID-19 issues arising in the league. Thanks for listening!
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As teams finalize their 60-man squads for this unprecedented season, there are a lot of prospects popping up on rosters. We go over some of the intriguing names and a few players who didn't make the cut. Thanks for listening!
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MLB and the MLBPA have come to an agreement to return to baseball. We are way too excited about this! Hope you tune in for the season!
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With MLB in turmoil, it's time for the Nippon Baseball League in Japan to take center stage in the baseball world. With opening day Friday, we go over our teams and players to watch. For some reason, Robert has a knack for scouting Japanese players, so be sure to listen to his insight. Thanks for listening!
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As the MLB continues to decide what it wants to do to resume the season, interest wanes. Even we are getting sick of it. We also go over the impending MLB Draft, what five rounds means compared to 40 and some of the targets we have our eyes on.
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Today we say goodbye to Noah, who starts his professional career at a TV station. We give him a sendoff with some MLB dealmaking and early-season KBO awards. Hope you enjoy!
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Today we go over the KBO power rankings, which have a few spicy takes. We also discuss the potential of MLB's return. More baseball may soon be on the way!
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Baseball is coming closer to a return, but we're not sure we want it back with the restrictive guidelines MLB proposed. They include no spitting, no high-fiving, no throwing around the diamond and more. We also discuss the KBO and provide some updates on our favorite teams.
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Yes, go ahead and Google translate that title. Baseball is being played in South Korea, and we are very, very invested. You might want to stick around for the team theme songs — trust us. The United States may join soon, as early as July. We discuss the proposal on the table right now. Thanks for listening!
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With baseball gone for the foreseeable future, we created a fun 64-player bracket made up of players under 28 years old. Many of these players have arrived, but there are a few sneaky upsets. We'll be breaking down this tournament over the next several weeks, so we hope you tune in! Here is our criteria:
-Players ranked/seeded based on 2019 WAR.
-Players move on based on how we project their career performance, not just past performance.
-Coin flips break up ties.
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With baseball gone for the foreseeable future, we created a fun 64-player bracket made up of players under 28 years old. Many of these players have arrived, but there are a few sneaky upsets. We'll be breaking down this tournament over the next several weeks, so we hope you tune in! Here is our criteria:
-Players ranked/seeded based on 2019 WAR.
-Players move on based on how we project their career performance, not just past performance.
-Coin flips break up ties.
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With baseball gone for the foreseeable future, we created a fun 64-player bracket made up of players under 28 years old. Many of these players have arrived, but there are a few sneaky upsets. We'll be breaking down this tournament over the next several weeks, so we hope you tune in! Here is our criteria:
-Players ranked/seeded based on 2019 WAR.
-Players move on based on how we project their career performance, not just past performance.
-Coin flips break up ties.
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With baseball gone for the foreseeable future, we created a fun 64-player bracket made up of players under 28 years old. Many of these players have arrived, but there are a few sneaky upsets. We'll be breaking down this tournament over the next several weeks, so we hope you tune in! Here is our criteria:
-Players ranked/seeded based on 2019 WAR.
-Players move on based on how we project their career performance, not just past performance.
-Coin flips break up ties.
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With baseball gone for the foreseeable future, we created a fun 64-player bracket made up of players under 28 years old. Many of these players have arrived, but there are a few sneaky upsets. We'll be breaking down this tournament over the next several weeks, so we hope you tune in! Here is our criteria:
-Players ranked/seeded based on 2019 WAR.
-Players move on based on how we project their career performance, not just past performance.
-Coin flips break up ties.
Here's a link to the bracket: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1NUiRqI4Qm2_Fa3WiBpiS8C2g07aeVxwCXnOBrPsb-8o/edit?usp=sharing
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With baseball gone for the foreseeable future, we created a fun 64-player bracket made up of players under 28 years old. Many of these players have arrived, but there are a few sneaky upsets. We'll be breaking down this tournament over the next several weeks, so we hope you tune in! Here is our criteria:
-Players ranked/seeded based on 2019 WAR.
-Players move on based on how we project their career performance, not just past performance.
-Coin flips break up ties.
Here's a link to the bracket: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1YKwnEiTCc6O8zhIgwLgShx8d4GPhBVRs/view?usp=sharing
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There is no baseball, so got creative. We went over our top-five favorite pitchers to watch in our lifetimes. We touch on Justin Verlander, Randy Johnson and more. Thanks for listening!
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The Coronavirus has shut down the world, and baseball is not immune. The sport is in for a long hiatus, with some speculating it could last until the summer months. What does this mean for the sport? And what are we doing to pass the time? Thanks for tuning in!
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Spring Training hasn't been kind to a number of high-profile players, with injuries to some biggest names: Justin Verlander, Blake Snell and Chris Sale. We go over what these injuries mean for these players and the teams going forward. Thanks for listening!
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Spring Training is well underway, and there are a number of position battles we are keeping our eyes on. Players include Kyle Tucker, Nick Senzel, Austin Riley, Mauricio Dubon, Lewis Thorpe and more. This is a good episode for fantasy baseball enthusiasts and people looking for Spring headlines. Hope you enjoy!
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We’re sneaking some fantasy baseball into your feeds because we can. As you guessed, we are fantasy baseball enthusiasts, and we thought it’d be fun to break down some of our sleepers and busts. You can find time stamps below on when we talk about certain guys. Thanks for listening!
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Sleepers
Reynaldo Lopez: 4:55
Niko Goodrum: 7:45
Yoshi Tsutsugo: 12:10
Josh James: 15:00
Lorenzo Cain: 19:10
Randy Arozarena: 19:55
Ryan Mountcastle: 20:45
Danny Jansen: 21:45
Busts
Kris Bryant: 24:10
Eddie Rosario: 27:55
Brandon Lowe: 30:45
Jeff McNeil: 31:30
Andrew Benintendi: 33:05
Corey Seager: 33:40
Fernando Tatis Jr.: 34:15
Yuli Gurriel: 35:05
Rob Manfred has created quite a mess for himself the week before Spring Training. We break down what led to it, and our thoughts on the MLB Commissioner. And with Spring Training nearing, we go over our top storylines to watch for. Thanks for listening!
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Well, that was certainly a week. It took a while for terms to finalize, but the Twins, Dodgers and Red Sox have swapped some of the biggest names in baseball.
Dodgers receive Mookie Betts, David Price (from Red Sox), Brusdar Graterol and Luke Raley (from Twins) ; Red Sox receive Alex Verdugo, Jeter Downs and a prospect (from Dodgers); Twins receive Kenta Maeda and a prospect (from Dodgers). It's a mega deal, but we break it all down on this episode, including our trade grades. Thanks for listening!
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Robert Stangler and Luke Manderfeld go at it this week, talking about their baseball friendship, the makeup of a championship team and their favorite ballparks. This is a casual and fun podcast as the offseason winds down and Spring Training draws nearer.
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Four teams have made some sneaky good moves this offseason. Are they worthy of our consideration? Or are they just busts waiting to happen? We go over the Diamondbacks, Reds, Blue Jays and Rays on today's episode. And it's Robert's birthday — so it's extra special! Thanks for tuning in.
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On the eve of baseball's Hall of Fame results, we go over some of the more controversial players and their Hall of Fame candidacies. We also touch on how Josh Donaldson's addition impacts the Twins in 2020 and beyond. Thanks for listening in!
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What a precedent. MLB severely reprimanded the Houston Astros for their sign-stealing scandal in 2017. We take all the angles in this one. Was the punishment fair? What does it mean for baseball? What's next for the Red Sox and Alex Cora?
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The White Sox are gaining quite a bit of buzz this offseason. Have they made enough moves to take the AL Central crown? And the Reds are jumping in the NL Central fight their own right. All that and more on today’s episode. Thanks for listening!
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2020 is almost here, so we thought it'd be cool to look back at the last decade: our favorite baseball moments, best players and more. This one got us feeling all types of nostalgia — baseball can't come back soon enough. Hope you enjoy!
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Hyun-Jin Ryu is off the board, and the Minnesota Twins still haven't made an impact signing. We're all left wondering: What are they doing? We also chat about the Dallas Keuchel deal with the White Sox and the possibility of robot umpires. Apologies for the audio quality — we're all home for the holidays, so we were dealing with different setups. Thanks for listening!
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The Winter Meetings lived up to the bill. Gerrit Cole, Anthony Rendon and Madison Bumgarner all signed with teams in the last week. We are here to break down all of the signings. At the end, we also do a fun segment looking at ideal trades for a variety of teams. Thanks for listening!
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Things have been moving quickly this offseason. On today's episode, we chat about all the week's big signings. Stephen Strasburg, Zack Wheeler, Mike Moustakas and more. We analyze the Twins and the market for Gerrit Cole as well. Thanks for tuning in!
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Des Moines Register reporter Tommy Birch, who covers the Iowa Cubs AAA team in Des Moines, Iowa, joins the show for a wide-ranging baseball conversation, touching on the Cubs, Twins, life in the minor leagues, prospects and more. Thanks again to Tommy for taking the time to chat with us. We hope you enjoy!
Tommy's minor-league stories: 3:00
Cubs changes: 13:10
Cubs offseason plans and Kris Bryant grievance: 19:20
Potential Twins blockbuster trade this summer: 28:00
Cubs prospect talk: 32:53
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It's time to hold ourselves accountable. On this episode, we hop in the time machine and go back to March, when we made our 2019 predictions. Were we way off? Or were we closer than we thought? Hope you enjoy our laughs and analysis on this one!
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The Houston Astros are in hot water after multiple reports accused them of stealing signs with technology. We chat about what the scandal means for baseball. We also touch on awards season, and the controversial MVP and Cy Young results. The Twins also made a solid move by picking up Jake Odorizzi on a one-year deal. Thanks for tuning in!
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Is small ball dead? With the rise of home runs and strikeouts, some have raised that premise. Bunting and base stealing are way down, too. Today, the Stitches Podcast turns to our Clubhouse Chatter format to tackle this question on the state of the game today. Enjoy!
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The offseason is here. We give you a primer with the top-five free agents to look out for and our picks for where they'll go. Could we see Stephen Strasburg in a Yankee uniform. Is Gerrit Cole going anywhere but California? Could we see the Mad Bum with the Twinkies? Listen to find out!
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The Nationals have defied the odds and put up a valiant fight against the Astros in the 2019 World Series. But Houston won three on the road to take a 3-2 series lead going home. Can the Nationals force a Game 7, or is this thing over? Thanks for listening!
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The World Series is finally here, and it's a classic David vs. Goliath matchup. On one hand, David (the Nationals) have surprised everyone with stellar pitching. Goliath (Astros) is perhaps one of the best baseball teams of all time. Who will come out on top? We break down the series in today's episode! Thanks for tuning in.
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What a 2019 postseason. The first round gave us almost everything we wanted, and the League Series have been exciting as well. Yankees/Astros is the perfect precursor to the World Series. The Cardinals and Nationals are an intriguing matchup as well. But there have been some interesting trends. The bullpen usage is unique and the balls seem "un"juiced. Make sure to listen and find out more!
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The Twins are in a world of trouble. After losing the first two games of the ALDS in embarrassing fashion, they come back to Minnesota in search of answers. We break down that series and the rest of the postseason on today’s episode!
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It's playoff time, baby. The best time of the year! The Stitches Podcast is back to break down every team and every postseason matchup. This is an episode you don't want to miss. Will the Astros collapse under the weight of expectations? Are the Twins a surprise team in the American League? Can the Cardinals upset their way to the World Series? All that, and more, on today's episode!
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A disaster of series leaves the Cubs on their back foot while the Cardinals solidify their hold on the NL Central. The Brewers are lurking, though, and might continue to make waves in the last week of the season. Meanwhile, the Dodgers have real issues, and the American League playoff races continue to stay hot. Thanks for listening!
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The race to the postseason continues to heat up with two weeks left in the regular season. Both wild card spots in both leagues are still up for grabs. The Stitches Panel breaks down each team in contention on today's episode. Thanks for listening!
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The Twins lose a huge rotation piece for the rest of the season, and the American League race for best record heats up between the Astros and the Yankees. We also answer a listner question about Jose Berrios. Thanks for listening!
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The Diamondbacks are scorching hot heading into September, and the NL MVP race is sparking a bit of controversy. We also answer your questions at the end of the show. Thanks for listening!
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The race in the AL Central just got a lot more interesting after an injury to a key player. And have the Cardinals started to run away with the NL Central? All that and more on this episode. Thanks for listening!
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Welcome to our second Clubhouse Chatter episode. Today we chat about the perfect game and the state of pitching. Have we seen our last perfect game, which was on Aug. 15, 2012? Or is this just a blip? Thanks for listening!
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The Indians put a beating on the Twins this weekend, and the Mets continue to win. Is it time for the Stitches Panel to eat crow? We also chat about two rookies tearing up the senior circuit. Thanks for tuning in!
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Which teams swung and missed on deadline day? On today's episode, we break down the winners and losers from last week. We talk Cardinals, Twins, Yankees and more. Thanks for tuning in!
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We had to do an emergency pod after today's whirlwind trade deadline. Greinke to the Astros? Bauer to the Reds? Twins make moves? We break down all of these deals and more. Thanks for listening!
What the heck is going on in New York? The Mets traded for Marcus Stroman, and we're a little puzzled. The Yankees continue to hang back while their rotation continues to struggle. The Stitches Panel analyzes the two New York teams and the rest of the trade deadline news. Thanks for listening!
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We're a week and a half away from the trade deadline. The Stitches Panel discusses the storylines heading into the last week and some possible trades. Thanks for listening!
Email us at thestitchespodcast@gmail.com. Follow us on Twitter @StitchesPod.
Welcome to our first Clubhouse Chatter episode! This new format will feature casual conversations about the biggest trends and topics affecting our favorite game. Our first episode focuses on the surging home run rate, the reasons behind it and how it changes baseball. Thanks for tuning in!
Man, time flies. We're already at the All-Star break, so we took the time to review our preseason predictions. Trust me, there are some real head scratchers. Thanks for listening!
You can listen to the prediction episode here: https://anchor.fm/the-stitches-podcast/episodes/Prediction-Special-e3gb01
The Stitches Podcast takes a moment to reminisce and honor Tyler Skaggs, the Angels starter who was found dead in his hotel room Monday afternoon. We also discuss the 2019 All-Star game rosters, going over starters and snubs. Thanks for listening!
The Mets are an absolute dumpster fire right now, and the Braves are surging. In this episode of the Stitches Podcast, we discuss the crazy competitive NL East. Thanks for listening! Send your questions to thestitchespodcast@gmail.com
While it is a month and a half away, some teams are already trying to figure out whether they will be buying players to compete at the trade deadline, or selling their players for the future. The Stitches Podcast analyzes a few teams on the fence and discusses where they will land come deadline time. Plus, which teams might trade soon and who will they trade for? Email your questions to thestitchespodcast@gmail.com and we might answer them!
The Stitches Podcast tackles another tough issue: lineups in baseball. How should they be constructed, and how have they changed over the years? This discussion kind of went off the rails a bit, so we hope you enjoy! Email your questions to thestitchespodcast@gmail.com.
The MLB Draft is underway, and the Stitches Podcast evaluates the first couple dozen of picks. Is Adley Rutschman worth the hype? How did the Twins fare with the No. 13 overall pick. That and more on this edition of the podcast. Make sure to send your questions to thestitchespodcast@gmail.com! Thanks for listening!
Today we chat about managers and their effects on the game. In today's analytic age, do managers actually make a difference? Or are they just scapegoats when things go wrong? We use the Nationals franchise as a thought experiment. Thanks for listening and always remember to subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. Send you questions to thestitchespodcast@gmail.com. Thanks1
We apologize in advance for the Justin Bieber reference. On today's Stitches Podcast, we talk about six of the hottest pitchers: Chris Sale, Shane Bieber, Hyun-Jin Ryu, Luis Castillo, Caleb Smith and Domingo German. If you have any questions for us, send them to thestitchespodcast@gmail.com. Thanks for listening!
The Stitches Panel analyzes four surprising sluggers in this 2019 season: Joey Gallo, Christian Yelich, Mitch Garver and Dan Vogelbach. Are their early-season performances legitimate? We also answer a fan question! If you have a question of your own, send it to thestitchespodcast@gmail.com. Thanks for tuning in!
Home runs are up across baseball. The Minnesota Twins are on pace to break records. We discuss the surge in dingers and their effect on the game. Make sure to subscribe and give us feedback wherever you get your podcasts. If you have a question, you could get on the show! Shoot your inquires to thestitchespodcast@gmail.com. Thanks for listening!
We're through one full month of the baseball season. The members of the Stitches Panel give their top three teams of the season so far and also pick one overrated squad. See below for the full list. As always, subscribe and rate the podcast if you like what you're hearing. Thanks for listening!
Luke
- Astro
- Rays
- Cardinals
Overrated team: Phillies
Robert
- Astros
- Rays
- Diamondbacks
Overrated team: Twins
Noah
- Cardinals
- Rays
- Astros
Overrated team: Brewers
Nik
- Astros
- Rays
- Bellinger
Overrated team: Mariners
Is the fastball hurting pitchers? How so? We tackle one of the deepest issues in baseball: the good and bad of the fastball. Thanks for tuning in!
Today, we analyze the role of the bullpen around baseball. Is the new-age style of deploying bullpens ruining the game? We also discuss our favorite relievers this year and what's going on with Craig Kimbrel. Thanks for tuning in!
What early-season surprises are real? And which are fake? The Stitches Panel tackles six different surprise teams and players and determine whether the start is indicative of the rest of the season. We talk Boston Red Sox, Chicago Cubs, Seattle Mariners, Corey Kluber, Jorge Polanco and Tim Beckham. Thanks for tuning in!
Prospects are all the rave in baseball. Today, the Stitches Panel discusses service time manipulation, sleeper prospects and if the hype around prospects is worth it. Take time to rate and review — we always appreciate feedback — and subscribe whereever you get your podcasts! Thanks for listening.
The MLB regular season is oh, so close. Luke and Noah Manderfeld tackle this podcast without Robert Stangler or Nik Budig. We chat about what baseball can do to make Opening Day more exciting. We also touch on our storylines to watch this season. Thanks for listening!
Hi, everyone! The regular season is upon us, and the Stitches Panel gives its 2019 predictions. Hear our favorite teams out of each division, the wild card clubs and our picks for the World Series champion. We also give our thoughts on the individual player awards — MVP, Cy Young and Rookie of the Year. It's a long one, but we hope you enjoy it! Thanks for listening!
Spoiler alert: Find all of our picks below. We will hold ourselves accountable! Mark our words!
Division winners
NL West (3:05)
Luke: Dodgers
Robert: Dodgers
Nik: Padres
Noah: Rockies
NL Central (9:05)
Luke: Cardinals
Robert: Brewers
Nik: Cardinals
Noah: Cardinals
NL East (12:55)
Luke: Phillies
Robert: Nationals
Nik Braves
Noah: Mets
AL West (20:17)
Luke: Astros
Robert: Astros
Nik: Astros
Noah: Athletics
AL Central (26:15)
Luke: Twins
Robert: Twins
Nik: Indians
Noah: Twins
AL East (30:30)
Luke: Red Sox
Robert: Red Sox
Nik: Yankees
Noah: Red Sox
Wildcards (33:25)
Luke: Yankees, Indians, Cubs, Nationals
Robert: Athletics, Yankees, Cubs, Cardinals
Nik: Red Sox, Rays, Cubs, Nationals
Noah: Yankees, Astros, Phillies, Dodgers
World Series winners (36:20)
Luke: Astros
Robert: Astros
Nik: Rays
Noah: Rockies
Awards
AL MVP (38:45)
Luke: Alex Bregman
Robert: Mookie Betts
Nik: Mookie Betts
Noah: Mike Trout
NL MVP (40:15)
Luke: Bryce Harper
Robert: Ronald Acuna Jr.
Nik: Paul Goldschmidt
Noah: Nolan Arenado
AL Cy Young (42:52)
Luke: Trevor Bauer
Robert: Justin Verlander
Nik: Chris Sale
Noah: Gerrit Cole
NL Cy Young (45:05)
Luke: Aaron Nola
Robert: Max Scherzer
Nik: Jacob Degrom
Noah: Walker Buehler
AL ROY (46:35)
Luke: Eloy Jimenez
Robert: Yusei Kikuchi
Nik: Vladimir Guerrero Jr.
Noah: Jesus Luzardo
NL ROY (48:33)
Luke: Victor Robles
Robert: Victor Robles
Nik: Fernando Tatis Jr.
Noah: Chris Paddack
Hi, everyone! Today we go over some of the biggest proposed rule changes in baseball. Universal DH? Three-batter minimum for pitchers? 26-man roster? We tackle all of that and more on today's episode. As always, if you like us, rate and subscribe anywhere you get your podcasts. Thank you for listening!
The big kahuna has finally signed! Bryce Harper inks a mega deal with the Philadelphia Phillies. The Stitches Panel gets a bit heated about whether Harper is worth it. Other topics include the baseball name game, PECOTA rankings and the 1-on-1 debate. Thanks for listening! Name game: 2:20 Bryce Harper: 3:55 PECOTA: 14:10 Debate: 27:15
Today the Stitches Panel chats about our weather antics over the weekend, the National League East, which has become one of the best divisions in baseball, and other musings. Don't forget to rate and subscribe on iTunes, Google Play Music and Stitcher. Thank you for listening! Name game: 2:57 NL East discussion: 4:25 Debate: 28:25
Hello, everybody! Baseball is back. Pitchers and catchers reported over the last week, and we have plenty to talk about. Find out what we specifically look for in Spring Training games, and why we're so excited this year. We also talk about all of last week's top storylines. Make sure to rate, review and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. Thanks for listening! Name game: 2:05 Spring Training storylines: 4:07 Debate: 20:15
Welcome back! The whole Stitches panel is back! We are diving into some of the biggest free agents still on the market. And, yes, that includes Bryce Harper and Manny Machado, two of the biggest names in baseball. Give it listen, and don't forget to subscribe, rate and review wherever you get your podcasts. Time marks: Name game: 1:57 Free agent discussion: 3:25 Debate: 25:40
Welcome back! We're here on a Monday (thanks, Super Bowl) and ready to talk about the National League Central, potentially the best division in baseball. The Cardinals, Brewers and Cubs all have a shot to win the crown, with the Reds and Pirates showing sneaky potential. Listen to host Luke Manderfeld, Noah Manderfeld and Nik Budig break it down. Time stamps: Name Game: 2:23 NL Central Discussion: 3:43 Debate: 26:00
Welcome back to our second episode of the Stitches Podcast. Host Luke Manderfeld, Robert Stangler and Noah Manderfeld talk about the Greatest Rivalry in Sports: the Red Sox and Yankees. Listen and find out the answer to our name game and who wins our Stitches debate. Make sure to subscribe and rate on iTunes, Stitcher and Google Play!
We are back! Host Luke Manderfeld and the Stitches panel—Noah Manderfeld, Nik Budig and Robert Stangler—talk about the Twins and their outlook in 2019. Join us for our first-ever baseball name game and listen to the panel duke it out over the question: Is the free agent freeze ruining baseball? Name game: 2:22 Twins preview: 4:17 Debate: 21:02 S/O to Tony Bohnenkamp for the music in the debate segment.