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The Ranger ZoneEp .022: Trading & Streaking Down the Back StretchTexas Rangers POBO, Chris Young, displayed his ninja-like negotiating skills again with only hours remaining in this year’s trade deadline, and we came away with three shiny new toys. In this episode, we showcase our three new arms – Danny Coulombe, Phil Maton, and Merrill Kelly. Also, we get way out of hand on the Adam Sandler and Will Ferrell references in this one. SHOW NOTES: Bob Ross Topps Cards ⚾ http://bit.ly/4lmw6ml Jerry “YODA” Jones ⚾ http://bit.ly/45o1D19 LINKS: Spotify ⚾ https://bit.ly/41njqFi Apple Podcasts ⚾ h...2025-08-081h 34

The Ranger ZoneEp .021: City Connect Fashion PoliceNine teams debuted their City Connect 2.0 jerseys this season (sorry Cubbies we forgot you) and our takes are as hot as these fresh threads. In this episode, we rank our favorite new City Connect jerseys from SF, HOU, WAS, COL, MIA, CHW, BOS, and AZ. Christopher brings his most obscure Remember This Ranger, Tony introduces a spicy new segment, and Robbie hypothesizes the Rangers’ 2.0 City Connects coming in 2026. SHOW NOTES: Astros Can’t Spell ⚾ http://bit.ly/4odgK6j Meatball Hands ⚾ http://bit.ly/3UzWMF8 Elvis Around The Horn ⚾ http://bit.ly/4lU5aeT ...2025-07-301h 33

The Ranger ZoneEp .020: All-Star Trade DerbyThe ceremonial second half of the baseball season has started, and some of us are a little more trigger-happy at the trade switch than others – Tony. In this episode, we shine a light on a couple Home Run Derby controversies, develop a system to implement the swing-off in regular season games, and argue whether the Rangers should buy or sell at the deadline. SHOW NOTES: CY on Pillar Comments ⚾ http://bit.ly/3IIFW4g Pookie’s Real Value ⚾ http://bit.ly/4nX0hmt LINKS: Spotify ⚾ https://bit.ly/41njqFi A...2025-07-231h 03

The Ranger ZoneEp .019: Serenity Now!The Rangers’ season may have been built from too many stats on the backs of baseball cards, and we’re starting to feel the offensive frustrations nearing the All-Star break. In this episode, we expel heaps of hot air in an attempt to solve the mystery of the missing run production. However, as bad as the bats have been… the pitching. My god, the pitching. Tony also plays a little devil’s advocate with the coaching staff. LINKS Spotify ⚾ https://bit.ly/41njqFi Apple Podcasts ⚾ https://apple.co/4gmfoRW YouTube ⚾ https://bit.ly/3BmuqIv A...2025-06-291h 01

The Ranger ZoneEp .018: Amateur Broadcast TheaterWe did what every baseball fan has dreamed of doing, most of us since childhood, and it will be the first of many times. In this episode, The Ranger Zone became your, sort-of, live broadcast team for the Sunday, June 1st rubber match against the St. Louis Cardinals. We set up shop in the studio, watched along and delivered poetic prose as we channeled our inner Eric Nadel. Tony even gets a home run call. LINKS: Spotify ⚾ https://bit.ly/41njqFi Apple Podcasts ⚾ https://apple.co/4gmfoRW YouTube ⚾ https://bit.ly/3BmuqIv Amazon...2025-06-091h 49

The Ranger ZoneEp .017: Step On A Crack, Break Your Baseball BatJust how silly is baseball? A long history of unwritten rules and superstitions would prove it silly. In this episode, we speak about the unspoken and break down some of baseball’s most unbreakable rules. We also unveil a new recap segment, build our own 5-tool player, and get a surprise appearance from a little birthday boy.----more---- LINKS Spotify ⚾ https://bit.ly/41njqFi Apple Podcasts ⚾ https://apple.co/4gmfoRW YouTube ⚾ https://bit.ly/3BmuqIv Amazon Music ⚾ https://amzn.to/4g6KUno Podbean ⚾ https://therangerzone.podbean.com/ Instagram ⚾ https://instagram.com/rangerzonepod ...2025-05-2154 min

The Ranger ZoneEp .016: Knights of the April RoundtableApril has come and gone and we wish we did a little better, but .500 isn’t too terribly bad for the first month of play. In this episode, we go under the microscope and catch up on our catching duo, head scratch on our inability to hit with runners in scoring position, try to pull Tony off the Joc Pederson panic button. We also find out what each other would do if they won the lottery – not communism, Robbie. SHOW NOTES Dorkfish ⚾ https://bit.ly/44Y8CPJ LINKS Spotify ⚾ https://bi...2025-05-0858 min

The Ranger ZoneEp .015: Buy Me Some Peanuts & Cracker JackA new baseball season brings so many new things – most deliciously, new ballpark food. In this episode, we drool over our favorite Texas Rangers ballpark foods since 2015, including reviews from some of this year’s offerings. Also, we debate the ownership of defunct team histories and recap the opening series. SHOW NOTES: https://bit.ly/4jNkqIN ⚾ Pookie’s Web Gem https://bit.ly/4jUFI7z ⚾ New Rangers Food 2025 https://bit.ly/4lRNjFO ⚾ Other Ballparks’ Food LINKS: Spotify ⚾ https://bit.ly/41njqFi Apple Podcasts ⚾ https://apple.co/4gmfoRW YouTube ⚾ h...2025-04-2559 min

The Ranger ZoneEp .014: Hodgepodge MinisodeWe might be a little behind on this one, but we couldn’t leave you hangin’ this week after we skipped our recording session on March 30th to watch the Rangers defeat Boston. In this episode, we finally release the Luka tapes! We also talk trading cards, specifically a Paul Skenes rookie card, and Tony surprised Robbie and Chris with some impromptu trivia. Show Notes: MLB The Show https://bit.ly/4ccIJNK Debut Patch Tracker https://bit.ly/43Dnqmi Journal Entry https://bit.ly/3E49F5I Listen: Spotify https://bit.ly/4...2025-04-0243 min

The Ranger ZoneEp .013: Closing Spring, Opening DayIT’S THE MOOOST WONDERFUL TIIIIIME OF THE YEEEAAARRR! In this episode, we wrap up Spring Training by wallowing in the losses of Jon Gray and Cody Bradford; jubilate the Jimmy-Jackin’ power bats of Langford, Adolis and Pederson; and contemplate our many enigmas --looking at you Carter, Taveras, and Corbin. Also, we give our final lineup projections for Opening Day against Garrett Crochet and the Boston Red Sox. Show Notes: 25% OFF Tickets ⚾ https://bit.ly/41NfIVw No Way Jose ⚾ https://bit.ly/4hKSELC Gallo Gundowns ⚾ https://bit.ly/424XDAS Wyatt’s 1st Spring HR ⚾...2025-03-271h 27

The Ranger ZoneEp .012: Whoooaaa! We're Half Way ThereHalf way through Spring Training and we’re already hitting the panic button. In this episode, we look into the Rangers performance in Arizona on all sides of the ball, which includes a visit to Christopher’s Classroom where we learn about setting spring expectations. We also look ahead to some of the nifty stadium giveaways this season. Show Notes: Poop Scorebug: https://bit.ly/3XZpp0q Stadium Giveaways: https://bit.ly/3Rnw2G9 Links: Spotify ⚾ https://bit.ly/41njqFi Apple Podcasts ⚾ https://apple.co/4gmfoRW YouTube ⚾ https://bit.ly/3BmuqIv Amazon Music...2025-03-191h 22

The Ranger ZoneEp. 011: Pontificating Preseason PrognosticationsSpring is springin’ and the Rangers are in Surprise, AZ. Before any preseason ball took place, we made our predictions for how the team will fare, who’s got the most to prove, why we all think the Lastros are missing the playoffs and more. We also remember, and hear, some of the greatest sports moments in history. Show Notes: PECOTA Projections - https://bit.ly/4i4Igzs Andrus HoF/Beltre Statue - https://bit.ly/3XveeMR Devers Interview - https://bit.ly/41tW2EI Spotify ⚾ https://bit.ly/41njq...2025-03-051h 07

The Ranger ZoneEp .010: Tune In and Turn On the Boob TubeWho thought watching our World Series champs would be so cumbersome for cord-cutters? NOT ANYMORE! This episode, we break down the deal with Victory+ as well as the old deal with Bally Sports. Also, Tony reminds us that Sammy Sosa was one who got away from the Rangers, and we’re all upset that Ichiro wasn’t a unanimous Hall of Famer. Spotify ⚾ https://bit.ly/41njqFi Apple Podcasts ⚾ https://apple.co/4gmfoRW YouTube ⚾ https://bit.ly/3BmuqIv Amazon Music ⚾ https://amzn.to/4g6KUno Podbean ⚾ https://therangerzone.podbean.com/ Instagram ⚾ https...2025-02-261h 04

The Ranger ZoneEp .009 ThebullpenisgoodThe Rangers are bringing the bats this season, but what about the arms? In this episode, we get acquainted with the new and existing relief pitchers who will try to carry over one of the only bright spots from 2024. Also, Robbie brings tales from Fan Fest, we lament about Rōki Sasaki, and we put you through a painful discussion about what animal we’d be. Spotify ⚾ https://bit.ly/41njqFi Apple Podcasts ⚾ https://apple.co/4gmfoRW YouTube ⚾ https://bit.ly/3BmuqIv Amazon Music ⚾ https://amzn.to/4g6KUno Podbean ⚾ https://therangerzone.podb...2025-02-121h 19

The Ranger ZoneEp .008: Seven O'Clock In My "Joc Talk"Joc Pederson brings more than a boisterous personality to the Rangers. In this episode, we walk and talk the Joc – detailing his 10-year career as a mighty bat and infectious on-field fun factory. Did we mention he beat the DisAstros in a World Series? Robbie tries stumping Tony and Chris with trivia about -j names, hall of fame, and back-to-back World Series "rangs." Spotify ⚾ https://bit.ly/41njqFi Apple Podcasts ⚾ https://apple.co/4gmfoRW YouTube ⚾ https://bit.ly/3BmuqIv Amazon Music ⚾ https://amzn.to/4g6KUno Podbean ⚾ https://therangerzone.podbean.com/ Instagram ⚾ h...2025-02-051h 01

The Ranger ZoneEp .004: I Drip, You Drip, We DripIt’s almost been a year since the Nike/Fanatics fiasco and we’re checking to see if it’s still fiasco-ing. In this episode, we get drippy about uniforms from City Connects to Rangers classics. Also, Robbie gets romantic about the Peagle. Spotify ⚾ https://bit.ly/41njqFi Apple Podcasts ⚾ https://apple.co/4gmfoRW YouTube ⚾ https://bit.ly/3BmuqIv Amazon Music ⚾ https://amzn.to/4g6KUno Podbean ⚾ https://therangerzone.podbean.com/ Instagram ⚾ https://instagram.com/rangerzonepod Twitter ⚾ https://x.com/rangerzonepod/ Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https...2025-01-2247 min

The Ranger ZoneEp .007: Jakey Doublestacks w/ FriesJake Burger is here! And you can hear us double down, and then triple down, on how he’s only going to DH this season (whoops… the Lowe trade dropped minutes after recording this one). In this episode, we dissect every offensive and defensive ingredient that makes up Mr. Burger. We also try to remember Mark Hamburger and describe our perfect cheeseburgers. Spotify ⚾ https://bit.ly/41njqFi Apple Podcasts ⚾ https://apple.co/4gmfoRW YouTube ⚾ https://bit.ly/3BmuqIv Amazon Music ⚾ https://amzn.to/4g6KUno Podbean ⚾ https://therangerzone.podbean.com/ Instagram ⚾ https...2025-01-181h 05

The Ranger ZoneEp .006: Gettin' Higgy With ItKyle Higashioka is a Texas Ranger and the first of many player-profile episodes. We look at his offensive and defensive production, forecast his backup catcher role, and discuss his timeshare with Jonah Heim. We also debate NIL revenue complications, build a starting rotation, and foolishly yearn for Rōki Sasaki who informed the Rangers on Jan. 13 the he is seeking another team. *sigh* Spotify ⚾ https://bit.ly/41njqFi Apple Podcasts ⚾ https://apple.co/4gmfoRW YouTube ⚾ https://bit.ly/3BmuqIv Amazon Music ⚾ https://amzn.to/4g6KUno Podbean ⚾ https://therangerzone.podbean.com/ Instagram ⚾...2025-01-1452 min

The Ranger ZoneEp .005: A Very Merry Chrysler to AllWe couldn't let the holiday pass without getting into the jingle-jangle spirit. This episode, we find out which Rangers have holiday birthdays, exchange Christmas meal traditions, and recollect sports-related gifts from holidays past. Also, each of us sends a Rangers Christmas wish to dear Ol' St. Nick. See y'all in the new year. 2024-12-2541 min

The Ranger ZoneEp .003: They Call Him, Rōki SasakiWith Houdini back at home, we set our sights on Rōki Sasaki. In this episode, we get granular about the Japanese pitching phenom and how likely the Rangers are to land him (spoiler - it's likely). Also, learn about the bureaucratic gymnastics required for the International Free Agent Bonus Pool. Hint: it's not something you swim in. *recoding notice* Since this recording, Rōki Sasaki was posted by the Chiba Lotte Marines on Monday, December 9th. MLB teams have until Jan. 23 to sign him. Instagram ⚾ https://instagram.com/ranger...2024-12-1137 min

The Ranger ZoneEp .002: Lo-Strike Strikezone, ZoneStarting pitchers be-ith no match against The Zone this week as we compare Nathan Eovaldi to other top-tier free-agent arms and decide what the Rangers' rotation should look like in 2025. Since we recorded this around Thanksgiving, you'll also find out who doesn't like green bean casserole or deviled eggs. Instagram ⚾ https://instagram.com/rangerzonepod Twitter ⚾ https://x.com/rangerzonepod/ YouTube ⚾ https://youtube.com/@rangerzonepod Podbean ⚾ https://therangerzone.podbean.com/ Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/disco-food License code: RHYDCNMMW2OFWNQH 2024-12-0542 min

The Ranger ZoneEp .001: Hey Batter, Batter Saaa-Wiiiing!We give flowers to the runners-up in the MVP race and play some trivia before jumping into the Rangers' free-agency spending situation. We also predict our offensive bounce-back candidates and attempt to push enough pennies around to secure a DH. Oh, and Chris does some wild baseball nerd flexing in this one. Instagram ⚾ https://instagram.com/rangerzonepod Twitter ⚾ https://x.com/rangerzonepod/ YouTube ⚾ https://youtube.com/@rangerzonepod Podbean ⚾ https://therangerzone.podbean.com/ Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/disco-food License code: RHYDCNMMW2OFWNQH 2024-12-0534 min

The Ranger ZoneEp .000: PilotIn our pilot episode, we introduce ourselves to the airways in a collection of memories and moments from our personal Rangers histories like GM sightings about town, Chuck Morgan impressions, and sharing the field with legend Michael Young. Instagram ⚾ https://instagram.com/rangerzonepod Twitter ⚾ https://x.com/rangerzonepod/ YouTube ⚾ https://youtube.com/@rangerzonepod Podbean ⚾ https://therangerzone.podbean.com/ Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/disco-food License code: RHYDCNMMW2OFWNQH 2024-12-0527 min

Comic News InsiderEpisode 1540 - Celebrating John Cassaday Part 2We continue to celebrate the life of the legendary cartoonist John Cassaday who tragically died on September 9th. He was one of Jimmy's closest friends. Jimmy shares some stories of their friendship and adventures. He also asked some of John's friends/colleagues to send in their memories of him as well. They talk about his incredible body of work, how they met, fun times together and more. Thanks so much to Ben Raab, Paul Pope, Heidi MacDonald, CB Cebulski, John Layman, Fabio Moon, Laura Martin, Michael Avon Oeming, Lorraine Cink, Nick Barrucci, Dean Haspiel, Marta Balusek and Producer Joe...2024-09-1858 min

The Know-It-All and The OptimistIt’s not for that, but that's what its used for.Episode Two Season One 8/13 Title: It’s not for that, but that's what its used for. Description This is a long one, and good one. Carl goes on a long tirade about accuracy and precision, and then launches into what the metric system is good for. The show goes serious and mournful a bit when the discussion moves to job hunting and kids back in school. Jason believes all Walther's issues would be solved if he fished more, but Carl not so sold on the idea. There is mo...2020-09-211h 31

Comic News InsiderEpisode 1043 - Comic Beat Insider 8: Starship Troopers - It Sucked Our Brains Out!In our 8th episode of COMIC BEAT INSIDER (CBI), Heidi MacDonald (The Beat Chief) and Jimmy are joined by friends Jon Hoche and Marta Balusek. This week, we discuss the cult film STARSHIP TROOPERS. Jimmy had never seen it until this week while everyone else is a big fan. Did he like it? Why does everyone seem to love this film so much? And just what was with that shower scene? So much was discussed along with the sequels, actors, original book and more. As always, a great and fun discussion. Join us each week to listen in live...2020-05-2300 min

Comic News InsiderEpisode 1037 - Comic Beat Insider 5: THE CROW - It Can't Rain All the Time! In our 5th episode of COMIC BEAT INSIDER (CBI), Heidi MacDonald (The Beat Chief) and Jimmy are joined by friends Jon Hoche and Marta Balusek. This week, we discuss the hit cult film THE CROW that starred Brandon Lee. We'll delve into what we loved about it, the lore, how it impacted Hollywood and more. We'll also touch on the original James O'Barr comics as well as the TV series and movie spin-offs. Send in topic ideas for future episodes. Be it in comics, TV or film. Leave your iTunes comments! 5 stars and nothing but love! Also, get a ho...2020-05-0200 min

The Dad Chronicle | Parenting Resources & Stories of FatherhoodTDC 91: Heart Crate - Darryl Herrington & Michael Balusek's StoriesAlex speaks with Darryl Herrington and Michael Balusek, the founders of an organization called Heart Crate, which focuses on supporting children forced into the foster system by sending them toys and other items that they're interested in. Both men share their experience growing up in tough, and sometimes abusive situations. They share how to spot and report instances of child abuse. They also talk about Heart Crate and how you can get involved in supporting these kids. Heart Crate: www.heartcrate.org Contact The Dad Chronicle: www.thedadchronicle.com Become a P...2019-12-0948 min

Underground Playground Podcast - Listen UP!Listen UP! # 22 - CrossFit Affiliate Owners GroupWe were joined by CF Affiliate Owners Group Mods, Coy Balusek and Gil Tal. Dominic Parker an active member and Stuart Brauer of WTF Gym Talk... This episode will interest micro gym owners and members of the CFAO group, as we discuss the purpose and direction of the group and some of the problems faced by micro gym owners... and more.2018-11-181h 01

Comic News InsiderEpisode 842 - DINK! Tease w/ Charlie LaGreca!Reviews: Action Comics Vol 2 #1000, Marvel Super Hero Adventures #1, Skyward #1, Black Lightning s1 finale, Westworld s2 premiere Jimmy's got a super tight schedule today & none of the regular rotating co-hosts are available so it's solo time! Fret not, he recruited pals to do some audio reviews. Thanks to Marta Balusek, Jonathan Baylis, Jon Hoche, Ashley Lanni and Heidi Martin for those awesome reviews! Also, Producer Joe went to Denver for DINK! (Denver Independent Comics & Art Expo). He chatted with old pal/show organizer Charlie LaGreca about the convention. He also got some great interviews with Jeff Lemire, Joe K...2018-04-2500 min