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Fastball Fantasy BaseballRangers and Red Sox Previews! Insider Interviews!On today's episode, I talk with Red Sox beat writer Jen McCaffrey and Rangers writer Alex Plinck.
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2024-02-1630 min
Arizona Sports SaturdayAlex Plinck, Rangers beat writer for Dallas Sports FanaticDoes Adolis Garcia have a weakness? If so, how do the Diamondbacks exploit it?
2023-10-2811 min
Strikeout CentralJacob, Texas RangerIn this episode, Michael welcomes Texas Rangers reporter Alex Plinck to the podcast, where they discuss the Rangers signing Jacob deGrom, adding Andrew Heaney and Jake Odorizzi, the hiring of Bruce Bochy as manager, how the bullpen looks, and how the Seager and Semien contracts look one year later.
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2022-12-1322 min
The Ranger Report Podcast: A Texas Rangers podcastTexas Rangers RoundtableBrought to you in part by Walton and presented by Dallas Sports Nation.
The Ranger Report Podcast presents the first ever Texas Rangers Roundtable. Ben and CJ are joined by Jeff Wilson and John Moore of the Texas Rangers Baseball Podcast, Alex Plinck of Dallas Fanatic, Kane McCutchen of Dallas Sports Nation and Tyler Neilson.
The group discusses the first half of the season, what everyone liked and didn't like, the biggest suprprises, and who will be the next prospects called up. They also discuss the Rangers prospects that made the top 100 list and who t...
2022-07-0744 min
Monument Pod: A New York Yankees PodcastPSA Twittercast Ep. 4: Pride Month and the YankeesJosh Diemert served as moderator for an important Twitter Space discussion on June 16th, when he talked with a number of different members of the queer baseball community about their fan origins, stories of following team and Pride participation, and of course, the Yankees. The Yanks are one of only two MLB teams to not have a Pride Night, and it's a real problem considering how many of their fans identify as queer in some capacity (not to mention the fact that they literally play in New York City).Featured guests include Matthew Bramlett, Ken Schultz, and...
2022-06-181h 59
Texas Rangers Fanatic PodcastTexas Rangers Fanatic Podcast Ep 34: w/ Levi WeaverIn this episode, I'm joined by Rangers beat writer, Levi Weaver of the Athletic. Levi and I of course discuss the MLB Lockout and all of the branches that stem from it (with some polite venting included). I also ask Levi the most surprising thing he's seen at Minor League camp, what the Rangers may do post lockout, and who could be on the trade block in the future. Also the word sad kept coming up.
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2022-03-0453 minTexas Rangers Fanatic PodcastTexas Rangers Fanatic Podcast Episode 33: Huffing it with Sam HuffRangers catcher Sam Huff joins me on this episode. Sam provides an update, what his plans are regarding catching, what his small tenure in the majors in 2020 did for him. We talk about the excitement of the newer guys and some things about his minor league teammates you don't know. Plus what nickname Sam gives himself (hint, it's awesome!)
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2022-02-091h 05Texas Rangers Fanatic PodcastTexas Rangers Fanatic Podcast Episode 32On this lockout episode of the Texas Rangers Fanatic Podcast, I'm joined by Chris Halicke of Sports Illustrated as we discuss how long we thing the lockout will last and if Spring Training and the Regular Season will be effected. Also, we recap a whirlwind 48 hours by the Texas Rangers to end November and start December. Finally, Chris and I predict some things the Rangers may look to do once the MLB lockout ends.
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2021-12-071h 05Texas Rangers Fanatic PodcastTexas Rangers Fanatic Podcast Episode 31In this episode I'm joined by the Dallas Sports Fanatic Texas Rangers' editor, Dylan Duell. Dylan and I discuss the offseason, whose performance stood out in 2021. Also we look at some of the free agents the Rangers will look at in 2022 in addition of who may get a spot for next season.
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2021-11-1655 min
Texas Rangers Fanatic PodcastTexas Rangers Fanatic Podcast Ep: 30For this dirty thirty episode, I'm joined by Rangers' TV Play by Play announcer, Dave Raymond. Dave and I discuss the possible reasonings for the Rangers road woes, why Brockstar is a thing, why this team is surprising people despite the record, and what to watch in the final month plus. Also, Nathaniel Lowe is my Rangers 7 guest.
2021-08-171h 11Texas Rangers Fanatic PodcastTexas Rangers Fanatic Podcast Ep: 29On this episode, I'm joined by Garrett Jones who covers the Rangers and Stars for Dallas Sports Fanatic (and the new radio voice of Houston Baptist University). Garrett and I reflect on the trade deadline, the Jack Leiter pick, the Rangers season and the final two months of the 2021 season.
Also, Rangers pitcher Kolby Allard joins me on this episode's edition of Rangers7. What song does Kolby have on his playlist, what show did he watch growing up, and who is he suggesting my wingman is?
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2021-08-021h 17Texas Rangers Fanatic PodcastTexas Rangers Fanatic Podcast Ep: 28I'm joined by Steve Zinsmeister who follows the Arizona Diamondbacks. We preview the two-game series this week, look at the parallels between the two franchises, look ahead to the trade deadline. Steve, who also grew up in Cleveland, weighs in on the Cleveland name change starting in 2022. Also, Nick Solak is my Rangers 7 guest as he reveals an un-Chicago like food opinion, his go-to travel destination and how to integrate that w/ work.
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2021-07-261h 33Texas Rangers Fanatic PodcastTexas Rangers Fanatic Podcast Ep: 27In this episode, some of my "no fun" side comes out in talking about the Home Run Derby and All-Star Game (don't worry, overall I thought it was fun). Also why player evaluation is skewed, trade deadline talk, and other All-Star festivities. Rangers' outfielder Eli White is your Rangers 7 guest
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2021-07-1548 minTexas Rangers Fanatic PodcastTexas Rangers Fanatic Podcast Ep: 26This is the Joey Gallo x2 Podcast Episode. I talk about Joey selected to the Home Run Derby and the All-Star game as well as Adolis García and Kyle Gibson. I also think of scenarios regarding Gallo's future with the Rangers. Plus, a quick projection on what the club will likely do for the MLB 2021 First Round Draft. Joey Gallo is also the guest for Rangers 7 which includes how he likes his steak, his favorite games growing up, and the many talents of Ronald Guzmán (Rangers 7 starts at 29:20)
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2021-07-0842 minTexas Rangers Fanatic PodcastTexas Rangers Fanatic Podcast Ep: 25I'm back!
In this episode, I talk about how important this week is for the Rangers' development. I also go into All-Star voting and whether fans should vote or not, why this was an important Pride Month in Sports, and play Rangers 7 with Willie Calhoun.
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2021-06-2946 min
Rangers Nation PodcastWoodward Is PissedJohn has Chris Halicke and Alex Plinck on to discuss how mad Chris Woodward is after the Rangers have struggled. They also discuss the Rangers and where they are right now. The good, the bad and ugly. They talk about trade deadline chatter and who they think will be moved and who won't. John then goes Down In The Bus Leagues to discuss the minor league system and the players to watch. Fun one.
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2021-06-081h 09Texas Rangers Fanatic PodcastTexas Rangers Fanatic Podcast Ep: 24 w/ Dale Scott (retired MLB Umpire)In this episode, I am joined by former MLB Umpire Dale Scott. Scott was a MLB umpire for 32 season including three World Series and three All-Star Games. We talk about discussions players have with umpires at first base, the best strike calls, instant replay and automated strike zones, and of course the 2015 ALDS and the following Rangers / Blue Jays series in 2016. Also I talk to Dale about coming out as gay in 2014 and how the aftermath was.
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2021-05-121h 27
North Texas Nine Podcast16. Part III: Predicting the Rangers Opening Day RosterThe North Texas Nine Podcast welcomes special guests "The Recliner Nerd" John Moore (Rangers Nation Podcast) and Alex Plinck (Dallas Sports Fanatic), joining Texas Rangers beat reporter Chris Halicke. Chris, John, and Alex wrap up their three-part series where each one lays out their predictions for the Texas Rangers 2021 Opening Day roster.Listen to Part I: https://anchor.fm/texas-rangers-nation/episodes/Way-Too-Early-Roster-Predictions-Volume-1-er3fpv Listen to Part II: https://www.dallassportsfanatic.com/texas-rangers-fanatic-podcast-episode-23-its-spring-training-madness-with-chris-halicke-and-the-recliner-nerd/ Register for FREE for all of Inside The Rangers' coverage on Sports Illustrated: si.com/mlb/rangersLike Inside...
2021-03-261h 07Texas Rangers Fanatic PodcastTexas Rangers Fanatic Podcast Ep: 23, Opening Day Roster ProjectionsI'm joined by Chris Halicke of Sports Illustrated and The Recliner Nerd, John Moore. We go over our opening day predictions a couple of weeks out until the club's first regular season game vs KC. We go in depth in the lineup, potential rotation, bullpen, and talk about some surprises going on in Spring Training.
2021-03-191h 03Rangers Nation PodcastWay Too Early Roster Predictions Volume 1The Recliner Nerd talks with Alex Plinck of Dallas Sports Fanatic and Chris Halicke of Sports Illustrated to make their first prediction for the 2021 opening day roster. Then to top if off, they all three choose their opening day lineup. This is a great look into what players to watch this spring. They plan on doing a few more volumes before opening day, with changes coming for sure. All Ranger fans will enjoy this.
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2021-02-2648 minTexas Rangers Fanatic PodcastTexas Rangers Fanatic Podcast Ep: 22I'm joined by new Texas Rangers beat writer for MLB.com, Kennedi Landry. We go over a quick roster view to see how gets the opening day nod. We also see if certain guys stay as Rangers and prep ready for Spring Training. Kennedi and I also go through the rotation and certain roster situations.
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2021-02-231h 15Texas Rangers Fanatic PodcastTexas Rangers Fanatic Podcast Ep: 21 w/ Emily JonesOn this episode, I say farewell to Elvis Andrus and evaluate the Rangers 2021 Schedule with game times announced across MLB. Then later, I am joined by Emily Jones of the Texas Rangers. I get her input with Elvis departing, the new ballpark, some things we missed in 2020, and about her and Julie Dobbs' podcast, the Mom Game.
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2021-02-1245 minTexas Rangers Fanatic PodcastTexas Rangers Fanatic Podcast Ep: 20 w/ Rangers' catcher Jose TrevinoIn this episode, Jose and I remanence of the oddness of last season while pumping for next year. We make a wager and talk about Jose's giving mentality. We get each other pumped up for people in Globe Life Field and Jose's son, Josiah, makes a cameo.
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2021-01-2559 minTexas Rangers Fanatic PodcastTexas Rangers Fanatic Podcast Ep: 19 w/ Rangers Pitcher Wes BenjaminOn this episode I talk with Rangers pitcher Wes Benjamin who gives the inside scoop on both the alternate training site and 2020 big leagues plus an intriguing offseason. He also talks about his major league debut and the atmosphere in a pandemic season while looking ahead to 2021. I also get to know Wes in a new segment, Rangers7.
2021-01-1656 minTexas Rangers Fanatic PodcastTexas Rangers Fanatic Podcast Ep: 18In this episode, I talk with Cubs expert, Ken Schultz as we go down similar roads of... trading Yu Darvish, hard to watch sports networks, and general manager changes. We also get a keen eye of what is to come in 2021 as we reach the new year. We both show optimism that baseball will start on time and poke at the Cardinals and Astros expense.
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2021-01-0856 minTexas Rangers Fanatic PodcastTexas Rangers Fanatic Podcast Ep: 17In this episode, I add some orange to my blue winter and chat with a buddy of mine Brandon Ross. Brandon is a Syracuse grad and a former play by play announcer for the Burlington Royals (a former low-A affiliate for the Kansas City Royals).Brandon covers the Orange for Syracuse's own WAERSports and Z89Sports. We chat about the brisk pace to the Rangers start of winter, the world of broadcasting, name drop some Syracuse alums, and some great baseball stories. I also ask Brandon about the development among the minor leagues getting into the big leagues and...
2020-12-171h 11Texas Rangers Fanatic PodcastTexas Rangers Fanatic Podcast Ep: 16 w/ Tony ToddIn this episode I talk to Tony Todd aka Mickey Scales from Little Big League. Tony witnessed the Dodgers 2020 World Series championship so we ride down memory lane of an unforgettable night in Arlington for Dodgers' fans. We also dive into the world of baseball cards and Tony's Spring Training with Topps. He also goes back to when he was a bat boy for the Rangers on a September night at the old ballpark in 2019.
2020-12-0543 minTexas Rangers Fanatic PodcastTexas Rangers Fanatic Podcast Ep: 15In this episode, I take a brief look at the Rangers new pitching coach hires. Next, it was a wild postseason journey and the finish was just as ridiculous than the start of 2020. Plus what will happen in the aftermath of the Justin Turner situation and how Game 6 of the World Series has a future impact.
2020-10-2944 minTexas Rangers Fanatic PodcastTexas Rangers Fanatic Podcast Ep: 14In this episode, I take a quick look at the end of the season and a brief outlook at the Rangers' 2020-2021 off season. I give a little situational detail for some of the older and younger Rangers. Plus I complain about the MLB Playoffs and make playoff predictions all the way to the World Series at Globe Life Field.
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2020-09-2956 minTexas Rangers Fanatic PodcastTexas Rangers Fanatic Podcast Ep: 13 w/ Jared SandlerI am joined by one of the voices of Rangers baseball, Jared Sandler. Jared and I discuss the final stretch of the season, watching Globe Life Field on national television, the youth of the club, and a little "Just Hanging".
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2020-09-1956 minTexas Rangers Fanatic PodcastTexas Rangers Fanatic Podcast Ep 12: w/ CJ NitkowskiOn this episode, I talk with Rangers' color commentator CJ Nitkowski. CJ and I evaluate what looks to be a fun final few weeks, get excited for the Rangers' future, and predict some of the new things in store in the state of baseball (broadcasting and others).
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2020-09-141h 25Texas Rangers Fanatic PodcastTexas Rangers Fanatic Podcast Ep: 11 w/ Rangers PxP broadcaster, Dave RaymondI'm joined by the voice of the Texas Rangers TV Broadcast, Dave Raymond. We discuss the team lack of performance, if it's fair to evaluate the team like a normal season, Joey Gallo's future. Plus food talk.
2020-09-061h 00Texas Rangers Fanatic PodcastTexas Rangers Fanatic Podcast Ep: 10In this episode, I ride solo to talk about the Rangers trade deadline. I go over the moves, and lack of moves, the club made and how the future outlooks for the Rangers in September, the Winter, and even the 2021 trade deadline.
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2020-09-0142 minTexas Rangers Fanatic PodcastTexas Rangers Fanatic Podcast Ep: 9 w/ Garrett JonesIn this episode, I am joined by another Dallas Sports Fanatic writer, Garrett Jones. In addition to the Rangers, Garrett covers the Dallas Stars. I drag him down the rough road as we go over a weird 2020 season, the anticipated trade deadline, and preview a rough week ahead for Texas.
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2020-08-2645 minTexas Rangers Fanatic PodcastTexas Rangers Fanatic Podcast Ep: 8 w/ Sean Bass of the TicketSean Bass of 1310 and 96.7 FM The Ticket (also on Diamond Talk) joins me as we go over a week of Rangers baseball that may have fans banging their heads. We look at the possible future of the club, some fun teams to looks at around baseball, and a whole lot more. Plus Sean gives an insight on the Ticket's airwaves history. #HangInThere
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2020-08-221h 00Texas Rangers Fanatic PodcastTexas Rangers Fanatic Podcast Ep: 7 w/ Chris HalickeOn this episode, I am joined by SI's Chris Halicke. Chris and I discuss the past week for the Rangers and the week ahead. We take a look at some potential roster moves and what the future plan looks like in the infield. We go into detail about Derek Dietrich and some Rangers breaking news hits in the middle. Plus, Chris gives some great advice for any future journalist and we talk walk-up music.
2020-08-1453 minTexas Rangers Fanatic PodcastTexas Rangers Fanatic Podcast Ep: 6 w/ Levi WeaverIn this episode (and yes, it is episode 6), I chat with Levi Weaver who covers the Rangers with The Athletic. We talk about the strange specimen known as 2020, the Rangers schedule and struggles. Plus get an inside on how the end of the month looks with the trade deadline.
2020-08-0642 minTexas Rangers Fanatic PodcastTexas Rangers Fanatic Podcast Ep: 5 w/ Steve ZinsmeisterI'm joined by my good friend Steve Zinsmeister of "Aint No Fang Podcast". We talk about the COVID-19 problems overlooking baseball after the Marlins outbreak, the Rangers/D-Backs preview this week, and much more!
2020-07-281h 05Texas Rangers Fanatic PodcastTexas Rangers Fanatic Podcast Ep: 4: w/ Dylan DuellIn this episode I chat with the Dallas Sports Fanatic Rangers Editor, Dylan Duell about preparing for Opening Day, the new Rangers' home, and expectations for the season.
2020-07-2336 minTexas Rangers Fanatic PodcastTexas Rangers Fanatic Podcast Ep: 3 w/ Matt LynchIn this edition of Texas Rangers Fanatic Podcast, I get a coaches perspective with Summer Camp heading into the second half with Men's college basketball coach, Matt Lynch. Also we discuss LGBTQ+ in sports and get a look at Matt's journey along with mine.
2020-07-1535 minTexas Rangers Fanatic PodcastTexas Rangers Fanatic Podcast Ep: 2On this episode of the Texas Rangers' Fanatic Podcast, I check in with the club during the first full week of Summer Camp. Also, go further in depth on the 2020 baseball schedule with a light heart moment thanks to Lance Lynn.
2020-07-1519 minTexas Rangers Fanatic PodcastTexas Rangers Fanatic Podcast Ep: 1For the first episode, I take a look at the club's opening day starter, Lance Lynn, some challenges MLB faces for a sixty game season, and the Rangers' potential long road trip schedule.
2020-07-1517 min
Mavs Fanatic RadioDallas Fanatic Pod Ep 111: Cowboys look to get back to winning ways; Mavs Media Day; Rangers say goodbye to Globe Life Park!DeShaun and Abe welcome Alex Plinck to the podcast. Alex is the credentialed reporter to the Texas Rangers for Dallas Sports Fanatic!DeShaun, Abe, and Alex begin the show discussing the Cowboys gut wrenching loss last weekend to the New Orleans Saints. They then turn the conversation on what the Cowboys can do this weekend as they prep for the Green Bay Packers!The guys then turn the conversation to the Dallas Mavericks as they play audio from Mavs Media Day!The guys then discuss the Texas Rangers season now that the MLB regular season has come to a close...
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