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That 90s Baseball PodManaging in the Playoffs, and a More Aggressive OffseasonBrandon is in studio this week and he is joined by special guest Tiny Nick. We discuss the strong season the Twins had in 2019, their performance in the playoffs, and a more active offseason in 2020. In This Episode: Recapping the 2019 season [3:00] Building a playoff team [13:00] Rocco's management in the post season [25:00] A new approach to the offseason [35:00] How good will the Twins be this year? [42:00] Midwest Swing is a weekly podcast where Host Brandon Warne interviews experts, coaches, and players around the league on the state of the Minnesota Twins, The Major and Minor Leagues...2020-03-0548 min
Midwest SwingManaging in the Playoffs, and a More Aggressive OffseasonBrandon is in studio this week and he is joined by special guest Tiny Nick. We discuss the strong season the Twins had in 2019, their performance in the playoffs, and a more active offseason in 2020. In This Episode: Recapping the 2019 season [3:00] Building a playoff team [13:00] Rocco's management in the post season [25:00] A new approach to the offseason [35:00] How good will the Twins be this year? [42:00] Midwest Swing is a weekly podcast where Host Brandon Warne interviews experts, coaches, and players around the league on the state of the Minnesota Twins, The Major and Minor Leagues...2020-03-0548 minThat 90s Baseball PodHomer Bailey, Injuries, and Listener QuestionsBrandon and Tom are in studio this week to discuss spring training. We talk about Homer Bailey's potential on this team, how coaches and players handle injuries, and the Twins organizational structure. In This Episode: Homer Bailey at spring training [3:00] Medical considerations and coaching [14:00] Building a smart team [26:00] Listener questions [36:00] Midwest Swing is a weekly podcast where Host Brandon Warne interviews experts, coaches, and players around the league on the state of the Minnesota Twins, The Major and Minor Leagues, and the latest MLB news. — Brandon Warne (@Brandon_Warne) is a Zon...2020-02-2747 min
Midwest SwingHomer Bailey, Injuries, and Listener QuestionsBrandon and Tom are in studio this week to discuss spring training. We talk about Homer Bailey's potential on this team, how coaches and players handle injuries, and the Twins organizational structure. In This Episode: Homer Bailey at spring training [3:00] Medical considerations and coaching [14:00] Building a smart team [26:00] Listener questions [36:00] Midwest Swing is a weekly podcast where Host Brandon Warne interviews experts, coaches, and players around the league on the state of the Minnesota Twins, The Major and Minor Leagues, and the latest MLB news. — Brandon Warne (@Brandon_Warne) is a Zon...2020-02-2747 min
Midwest SwingSpring Training, Coaching Philosophy, Bailey's BeefsBrandon and Tom are back in studio this week to discuss Tom's recent trip to Fort Myers for the Minnesota Twins Spring Training, the teams philosophy when it comes to coaching, first impressions on all the new guys, and Justin Bailey The Producer begins a new segment called "Bailey's Beefs!" In This Episode: Tom returns with tales from Spring Training in Fort Myers [2:00] The Minnesota Twins Have a Philosophy on Coaching, Not a Hitting Philosophy [15:00] First impressions on Kenta Maeda, Josh Donaldson, Homer Bailey, and more [25:00] Bailey's Beefs [40:00] Midwest Swing is a weekly podcast where...2020-02-2150 minThat 90s Baseball PodSpring Training, Coaching Philosophy, Bailey's BeefsBrandon and Tom are back in studio this week to discuss Tom's recent trip to Fort Myers for the Minnesota Twins Spring Training, the teams philosophy when it comes to coaching, first impressions on all the new guys, and Justin Bailey The Producer begins a new segment called "Bailey's Beefs!" In This Episode: Tom returns with tales from Spring Training in Fort Myers [2:00] The Minnesota Twins Have a Philosophy on Coaching, Not a Hitting Philosophy [15:00] First impressions on Kenta Maeda, Josh Donaldson, Homer Bailey, and more [25:00] Bailey's Beefs [40:00] Midwest Swing is a weekly podcast where...2020-02-2150 min
Midwest SwingTrevor PlouffeOn this weeks episode of Midwest Swing, Brandon and Tom are joined by former Minnesota Twin infielder Trevor Plouffe (@TrevorPlouffe)! Trevor shares his fondest memories of Minnesota, offers his thoughts on the the Astros scandal, talks about his time with the Twins and other teams, what the arbitration process is like, and answers some listener questions! In This Episode: Welcome to the show, Trevor Plouffe! [2:30] Memories from spring training and early Twins days [9:00] Thoughts on the Astros "banging" scandal [14:00] Trevor's time with the A's, Rays, and Phillies [29:00] Thoughts on Boston/Minnesota/LA trade mishaps [36:00] Arbitration cases...2020-02-141h 02That 90s Baseball PodTrevor PlouffeOn this weeks episode of Midwest Swing, Brandon and Tom are joined by former Minnesota Twin infielder Trevor Plouffe (@TrevorPlouffe)! Trevor shares his fondest memories of Minnesota, offers his thoughts on the the Astros scandal, talks about his time with the Twins and other teams, what the arbitration process is like, and answers some listener questions! In This Episode: Welcome to the show, Trevor Plouffe! [2:30] Memories from spring training and early Twins days [9:00] Thoughts on the Astros "banging" scandal [14:00] Trevor's time with the A's, Rays, and Phillies [29:00] Thoughts on Boston/Minnesota/LA trade mishaps [36:00] Arbitration cases...2020-02-141h 02That 90s Baseball PodBetts Trade Fallout and Joshua Kusnick InterviewBrandon and Tom are in studio to discuss the stalled trade between the Twins, Dodgers, and Red Sox. We also have special guest Joshua Kusnick, who talks about being an MLB agent, Esports, and transitioning to comedy. In This Episode: The slow moving Mookie Betts trade [2:00] Special Guest Joshua Kusnick [20:00] Transitioning from MLB agent to comedian [35:00] Midwest Swing is a weekly podcast where Host Brandon Warne interviews experts, coaches, and players around the league on the state of the Minnesota Twins, The Major and Minor Leagues, and the latest MLB news. — Bran...2020-02-071h 04
Midwest SwingBetts Trade Fallout and Joshua Kusnick InterviewBrandon and Tom are in studio to discuss the stalled trade between the Twins, Dodgers, and Red Sox. We also have special guest Joshua Kusnick, who talks about being an MLB agent, Esports, and transitioning to comedy. In This Episode: The slow moving Mookie Betts trade [2:00] Special Guest Joshua Kusnick [20:00] Transitioning from MLB agent to comedian [35:00] Midwest Swing is a weekly podcast where Host Brandon Warne interviews experts, coaches, and players around the league on the state of the Minnesota Twins, The Major and Minor Leagues, and the latest MLB news. — Bran...2020-02-071h 04
Midwest Swing26-Man Roster ProjectionsBrandon and Tom are back in studio to discuss why today is a better day to be a Twins fan than ever before, offer a recap of last weekend's TwinsFest, and begin to predict what the 26-man roster could look like on Opening Day! In This Episode: The Time Has Never Been Better to be a Twins Fan [2:00] TwinsFest recap [27:00] 26-man roster predictions [35:00] Midwest Swing is a weekly podcast where Host Brandon Warne interviews experts, coaches, and players around the league on the state of the Minnesota Twins, The Major and Minor Leagues, and the...2020-01-3152 minThat 90s Baseball Pod26-Man Roster ProjectionsBrandon and Tom are back in studio to discuss why today is a better day to be a Twins fan than ever before, offer a recap of last weekend's TwinsFest, and begin to predict what the 26-man roster could look like on Opening Day! In This Episode: The Time Has Never Been Better to be a Twins Fan [2:00] TwinsFest recap [27:00] 26-man roster predictions [35:00] Midwest Swing is a weekly podcast where Host Brandon Warne interviews experts, coaches, and players around the league on the state of the Minnesota Twins, The Major and Minor Leagues, and the...2020-01-3152 minThat 90s Baseball PodDonaldson Press Conference, Sano Extension, Twins FestBrandon and Tom are back in studio this week to continue the discussion about Josh Donaldson including a recap of this weeks introductory press conference and what number we think he will wear, diving into Brandon's article about the Twins' Latin American process, plus a preview of Twins Fest! In This Episode: Josh Donaldson presser recap [2:30] Miguel Sano Extension Further Validates Twins' Ever-Evolving Latin American Process [30:00] #20 or #24..... [40:00] Twins Fest & Winter Meltdown [45:00] Midwest Swing is a weekly podcast where Host Brandon Warne interviews experts, coaches, and players around the league on the state of the Minnesota...2020-01-2455 min
Midwest SwingDonaldson Press Conference, Sano Extension, Twins FestBrandon and Tom are back in studio this week to continue the discussion about Josh Donaldson including a recap of this weeks introductory press conference and what number we think he will wear, diving into Brandon's article about the Twins' Latin American process, plus a preview of Twins Fest! In This Episode: Josh Donaldson presser recap [2:30] Miguel Sano Extension Further Validates Twins' Ever-Evolving Latin American Process [30:00] #20 or #24..... [40:00] Twins Fest & Winter Meltdown [45:00] Midwest Swing is a weekly podcast where Host Brandon Warne interviews experts, coaches, and players around the league on the state of the Minnesota...2020-01-2455 min
Midwest SwingTwins & Brewers Offseason Progress ReportsTom is gone, but Brandon & Justin The Producer are back in action and ready to break down all the MLB Free Agency craziness from the last month! How badly is the Brewers rotation going to suck? What is the Twins off-season plan? JOSH DONALDSON? Twins trade ideas? Payroll? Rebuilding? All this and much more! In This Episode: Happy Holidays! [2:00] Brewers Rotation & Off-Season [6:00] Twins Off-Season [24:00] MLB Free Agency Roundup [55:00] Midwest Swing is a weekly podcast where Host Brandon Warne interviews experts, coaches, and players around the league on the state of the Mi...2019-12-271h 39That 90s Baseball PodTwins & Brewers Offseason Progress ReportsTom is gone, but Brandon & Justin The Producer are back in action and ready to break down all the MLB Free Agency craziness from the last month! How badly is the Brewers rotation going to suck? What is the Twins off-season plan? JOSH DONALDSON? Twins trade ideas? Payroll? Rebuilding? All this and much more! In This Episode: Happy Holidays! [2:00] Brewers Rotation & Off-Season [6:00] Twins Off-Season [24:00] MLB Free Agency Roundup [55:00] Midwest Swing is a weekly podcast where Host Brandon Warne interviews experts, coaches, and players around the league on the state of the Mi...2019-12-271h 39
Midwest SwingD.B. Firstman & Interesting Baseball NamesWelcome back to Midwest Swing! Tom Schreier is once again gone but do not fret, Brandon brought in D.B. Firstman (@dianagram) author of the upcoming book Hall of Name: Baseball's Most Magnificent Monikers from 'The Only Nolan' to 'Van Lingle Mungo' and More to talk about a myriad of topics including the book, the Simpsons, funny Twitter accounts, and of course tons of baseball! In This Episode: Welcome, D.B. Firstman! [2:00] Hall of Name: Baseball's Most Magnificent Monikers from 'The Only Nolan' to 'Van Lingle Mungo' and More [25:00] Midwest Swing is...2019-12-1348 minThat 90s Baseball PodD.B. Firstman & Interesting Baseball NamesWelcome back to Midwest Swing! Tom Schreier is once again gone but do not fret, Brandon brought in D.B. Firstman (@dianagram) author of the upcoming book Hall of Name: Baseball's Most Magnificent Monikers from 'The Only Nolan' to 'Van Lingle Mungo' and More to talk about a myriad of topics including the book, the Simpsons, funny Twitter accounts, and of course tons of baseball! In This Episode: Welcome, D.B. Firstman! [2:00] Hall of Name: Baseball's Most Magnificent Monikers from 'The Only Nolan' to 'Van Lingle Mungo' and More [25:00] Midwest Swing is...2019-12-1348 min
Midwest SwingOzzie Guillén Jr on Being Ozzie II, Finding His Path, and the 2000 Devil RaysToday we have another special guest as Ozzie Guillén Jr joins Brandon to talk about growing up around baseball, how his father influenced his career and his current connections with baseball. We also talk White Sox, Michael Pineda, and a behind the scenes look at the 2000 Tampa Bay Devil Rays. In this Weeks Episode: The White Sox [3:00] Michael Pineda [13:00] Growing up around baseball [22:00] Managing amateur baseball [31:00] Ozzie Guillén Sr [42:00] Bat boy for the 2000 Devil Rays [53:00] Midwest Swing is a weekly podcast where Host Brandon Warne interviews experts, coaches, and play...2019-12-061h 18That 90s Baseball PodOzzie Guillén Jr on Being Ozzie II, Finding His Path, and the 2000 Devil RaysToday we have another special guest as Ozzie Guillén Jr joins Brandon to talk about growing up around baseball, how his father influenced his career and his current connections with baseball. We also talk White Sox, Michael Pineda, and a behind the scenes look at the 2000 Tampa Bay Devil Rays. In this Weeks Episode: The White Sox [3:00] Michael Pineda [13:00] Growing up around baseball [22:00] Managing amateur baseball [31:00] Ozzie Guillén Sr [42:00] Bat boy for the 2000 Devil Rays [53:00] Midwest Swing is a weekly podcast where Host Brandon Warne interviews experts, coaches, and play...2019-12-061h 18
Midwest SwingSign Stealing, MVP's, Rocco, OdorizziBrandon and Tom are back in studio to discuss all the biggest news surrounding the MLB (and more!) on the latest episode of Midwest Swing! The Astros are stealing signs, Odorizzi accepted his QO, AL & NL MVP's announced, Rocco wins Manager of the Year, and tons of Twins front-office news! In This Episode: Myles Garrett [2:00] Houston Astros Sign Stealing [10:00] AL & NL MVP's [20:00] Brandon's Health Journey [38:00] Rocco Wins AL Manager of the Year [42:00] Falvey & Levine [51:00] Odorizzi's QO [55:00] Midwest Swing is a weekly podcast where Host Brandon Warne interviews experts, coaches, and players ar...2019-11-151h 01That 90s Baseball PodSign Stealing, MVP's, Rocco, OdorizziBrandon and Tom are back in studio to discuss all the biggest news surrounding the MLB (and more!) on the latest episode of Midwest Swing! The Astros are stealing signs, Odorizzi accepted his QO, AL & NL MVP's announced, Rocco wins Manager of the Year, and tons of Twins front-office news! In This Episode: Myles Garrett [2:00] Houston Astros Sign Stealing [10:00] AL & NL MVP's [20:00] Brandon's Health Journey [38:00] Rocco Wins AL Manager of the Year [42:00] Falvey & Levine [51:00] Odorizzi's QO [55:00] Midwest Swing is a weekly podcast where Host Brandon Warne interviews experts, coaches, and players ar...2019-11-151h 01That 90s Baseball PodOdorizzi QO, Offseason Roundup, Twins TargetsBrandon and Tom are back in action and ready to break down some recent Minnesota Twins news, as well as some headlines from around the world of sports! In This Episode: Deadspin/Kansas City/Stephen A. Smith [2:30] Jake Odorizzi QA [15:00] What did we learn from this years World Series? [23:00] MLB Trade Rumors: Twins Targets [40:00] Midwest Swing is a weekly podcast where Host Brandon Warne interviews experts, coaches, and players around the league on the state of the Minnesota Twins, The Major and Minor Leagues, and the latest MLB news. — 2019-11-0554 min
Midwest SwingOdorizzi QO, Offseason Roundup, Twins TargetsBrandon and Tom are back in action and ready to break down some recent Minnesota Twins news, as well as some headlines from around the world of sports! In This Episode: Deadspin/Kansas City/Stephen A. Smith [2:30] Jake Odorizzi QA [15:00] What did we learn from this years World Series? [23:00] MLB Trade Rumors: Twins Targets [40:00] Midwest Swing is a weekly podcast where Host Brandon Warne interviews experts, coaches, and players around the league on the state of the Minnesota Twins, The Major and Minor Leagues, and the latest MLB news. — 2019-11-0554 minThat 90s Baseball PodRowson To Miami, World Series, Airing of GrievancesBrandon and Tom are back in studio to (sorta) talk baseball, including some shakeups to the Minnesota Twins coaching staff, a huge recap of the World Series that includes a little bit of talk about the actual games being played, as well as tons of talk from around the league! In This Episode: Cord Cutting & GIF's [5:00] World Series & News From Around The League [15:00] James Rowson [45:00] Matt Wisler [55:00] Midwest Swing is a weekly podcast where Host Brandon Warne interviews experts, coaches, and players around the league on the state of the Minnesota Tw...2019-10-2957 min
Midwest SwingRowson To Miami, World Series, Airing of GrievancesBrandon and Tom are back in studio to (sorta) talk baseball, including some shakeups to the Minnesota Twins coaching staff, a huge recap of the World Series that includes a little bit of talk about the actual games being played, as well as tons of talk from around the league! In This Episode: Cord Cutting & GIF's [5:00] World Series & News From Around The League [15:00] James Rowson [45:00] Matt Wisler [55:00] Midwest Swing is a weekly podcast where Host Brandon Warne interviews experts, coaches, and players around the league on the state of the Minnesota Tw...2019-10-2957 minThat 90s Baseball PodOdorizzi, Rosario, Cruz, and Twitter Q'sTom & Brandon are back to share their thoughts on the MLB Playoffs so far, as well as dive back into Brandon's "Offseason Blueprint" for the Minnesota Twins including why he doesn't have them resigning Jake Odorizzi, as well as answering some of your questions form Twitter! In This Episode: Tom's Sketchy Uber Ride [2:00] Jake Odorizzi's Future [7:00] Nelson Cruz: Future Hitting Coach? [19:00] Twitter Questions! [29:00] Midwest Swing is a weekly podcast where Host Brandon Warne interviews experts, coaches, and players around the league on the state of the Minnesota Twins, The Major and Mi...2019-10-151h 14
Midwest SwingOdorizzi, Rosario, Cruz, and Twitter Q'sTom & Brandon are back to share their thoughts on the MLB Playoffs so far, as well as dive back into Brandon's "Offseason Blueprint" for the Minnesota Twins including why he doesn't have them resigning Jake Odorizzi, as well as answering some of your questions form Twitter! In This Episode: Tom's Sketchy Uber Ride [2:00] Jake Odorizzi's Future [7:00] Nelson Cruz: Future Hitting Coach? [19:00] Twitter Questions! [29:00] Midwest Swing is a weekly podcast where Host Brandon Warne interviews experts, coaches, and players around the league on the state of the Minnesota Twins, The Major and Mi...2019-10-151h 14
Midwest SwingBrandon Warne's Offseason BlueprintBrandon Warne & Tom Schreier are back in studio to offer reactions to the Minnesota Twins season-ending press conference, as well as layout their ideas of what this offseason will look like for the team, including who will stay, who will go, and potential free agency targets they might look at! In This Episode: Will Gerrit Cole be a Minnesota Twin? [2:00] What is the Twins plan for the off-season? [11:00] Tenders & Non-Tenders? [20:00] Free Agency Targets [30:00] 2020 Roster Predictions [40:00] Midwest Swing is a weekly podcast where Host Brandon Warne interviews experts, coaches, and players around th...2019-10-1147 minThat 90s Baseball PodBrandon Warne's Offseason BlueprintBrandon Warne & Tom Schreier are back in studio to offer reactions to the Minnesota Twins season-ending press conference, as well as layout their ideas of what this offseason will look like for the team, including who will stay, who will go, and potential free agency targets they might look at! In This Episode: Will Gerrit Cole be a Minnesota Twin? [2:00] What is the Twins plan for the off-season? [11:00] Tenders & Non-Tenders? [20:00] Free Agency Targets [30:00] 2020 Roster Predictions [40:00] Midwest Swing is a weekly podcast where Host Brandon Warne interviews experts, coaches, and players around th...2019-10-1147 min
Midwest SwingALDS Rosters, Notes From New York, Series PredictionsTom is in New York and Brandon is home with his sick daughter, so this show is an absolute mess but the Minnesota Twins are in the playoffs so it doesn't matter! We break down the ALDS Rosters which were announced today, round up some news coming out of New York ahead of the series, and offer some final predictions that are sure to change as soon a the first pitch is thrown tonight! GO TWINS! In This Episode: Tom's notes from New York [2:30] Player interviews & workouts [10:00] ALDS Rosters Announced [18:00] "Keys To the Series" [24:00] 2019-10-0434 minThat 90s Baseball PodALDS Rosters, Notes From New York, Series PredictionsTom is in New York and Brandon is home with his sick daughter, so this show is an absolute mess but the Minnesota Twins are in the playoffs so it doesn't matter! We break down the ALDS Rosters which were announced today, round up some news coming out of New York ahead of the series, and offer some final predictions that are sure to change as soon a the first pitch is thrown tonight! GO TWINS! In This Episode: Tom's notes from New York [2:30] Player interviews & workouts [10:00] ALDS Rosters Announced [18:00] "Keys To the Series" [24:00] 2019-10-0434 minThat 90s Baseball PodTwins vs. Yankees Preview, Arraez Injury, Playoff PredictionsBrandon and Tom discuss the upcoming American League Division Series against the New York Yankees, including the injury to Luis Arraez, Rocco's comments on the history between the Twins & Yankees, as well as offering some predictions for the different playoff matchups from around the league! In This Episode: Luis Arraez Injury [2:00] ALDS Preview [13:00] Rocco "doesn't care" about history between Minnesota & New York [22:00] Playoff Predictions [35:00] Midwest Swing is a weekly podcast where Host Brandon Warne interviews experts, coaches, and players around the league on the state of the Minnesota Twins, The Major an...2019-10-0149 min
Midwest SwingTwins vs. Yankees Preview, Arraez Injury, Playoff PredictionsBrandon and Tom discuss the upcoming American League Division Series against the New York Yankees, including the injury to Luis Arraez, Rocco's comments on the history between the Twins & Yankees, as well as offering some predictions for the different playoff matchups from around the league! In This Episode: Luis Arraez Injury [2:00] ALDS Preview [13:00] Rocco "doesn't care" about history between Minnesota & New York [22:00] Playoff Predictions [35:00] Midwest Swing is a weekly podcast where Host Brandon Warne interviews experts, coaches, and players around the league on the state of the Minnesota Twins, The Major an...2019-10-0149 min
Midwest SwingThe Minnesota Twins are AL Central Champions!The Minnesota Twins are your 2019 AL Central Champions! Brandon calls in from Kansas City where he’s at for the Twins final regular season series against the Royals to talk Randy Dobnak, Kyle Gibson, give a preview of the playoffs and the *likely* series against the Yankees, and plenty more! In This Episode: The Twins are AL Central Champions! Kansas City Preview [8:00] Randy Dobnak [14:00] Kyle Gibson [22:00] Playoff Preview [28:00] THE BREWERS ARE PLAYOFF BOUND BABY! [35:00] Midwest Swing is a weekly podcast where Host Brandon Warne interviews experts, coaches, and players around the leag...2019-09-2737 minThat 90s Baseball PodThe Minnesota Twins are AL Central Champions!The Minnesota Twins are your 2019 AL Central Champions! Brandon calls in from Kansas City where he’s at for the Twins final regular season series against the Royals to talk Randy Dobnak, Kyle Gibson, give a preview of the playoffs and the *likely* series against the Yankees, and plenty more! In This Episode: The Twins are AL Central Champions! Kansas City Preview [8:00] Randy Dobnak [14:00] Kyle Gibson [22:00] Playoff Preview [28:00] THE BREWERS ARE PLAYOFF BOUND BABY! [35:00] Midwest Swing is a weekly podcast where Host Brandon Warne interviews experts, coaches, and players around the leag...2019-09-2737 min
Midwest SwingCleveland Recap, Pitching Future, Playoff PrepBrandon and Tom are back together and ready to breakdown what could have been the AL Central-deciding series against the Cleveland Indians last weekend! After that, they discuss the future of the Twins pitching staff, how they can begin to prep for the playoffs, and what the potential post-season lineups could be! In This Episode: Felipe Vázquez [2:30] Twins Magic Number/Cleveland Recap [5:00] The future of the Twins pitching staff [12:00] Prepping for the playoffs [30:00] Playoff Lineups [50:00] Midwest Swing is a weekly podcast where Host Brandon Warne interviews experts, coaches, and players aro...2019-09-171h 02That 90s Baseball PodCleveland Recap, Pitching Future, Playoff PrepBrandon and Tom are back together and ready to breakdown what could have been the AL Central-deciding series against the Cleveland Indians last weekend! After that, they discuss the future of the Twins pitching staff, how they can begin to prep for the playoffs, and what the potential post-season lineups could be! In This Episode: Felipe Vázquez [2:30] Twins Magic Number/Cleveland Recap [5:00] The future of the Twins pitching staff [12:00] Prepping for the playoffs [30:00] Playoff Lineups [50:00] Midwest Swing is a weekly podcast where Host Brandon Warne interviews experts, coaches, and players aro...2019-09-171h 02
Midwest SwingMatt Trueblood on Twins & Cubs Playoff Futures, Homers, and MLB AwardsTom is in Cleveland so instead of subjecting you to another terrible call from his Uber, Brandon enlists the help of Matt Trueblood (@MATrueblood) to discuss some of the most intriguing story lines from around the MLB, as well as what the playoff picture currently looks like, how it impacts the Minnesota Twins, and some potential MLB Award Winners! In This Episode: Most intriguing MLB story lines [3:00] Thoughts on bringing up Kirilloff? [11:00] Playoff Picture [16:00] Expectations from the Twins in October [24:00] NL Wild Card Race [33:00] Trueblood's Cubs Takes [40:00] Jeremy Jeffress & Two-Way Players [50:00] MLB Awards [53:00] ...2019-09-131h 10That 90s Baseball PodMatt Trueblood on Twins & Cubs Playoff Futures, Homers, and MLB AwardsTom is in Cleveland so instead of subjecting you to another terrible call from his Uber, Brandon enlists the help of Matt Trueblood (@MATrueblood) to discuss some of the most intriguing story lines from around the MLB, as well as what the playoff picture currently looks like, how it impacts the Minnesota Twins, and some potential MLB Award Winners! In This Episode: Most intriguing MLB story lines [3:00] Thoughts on bringing up Kirilloff? [11:00] Playoff Picture [16:00] Expectations from the Twins in October [24:00] NL Wild Card Race [33:00] Trueblood's Cubs Takes [40:00] Jeremy Jeffress & Two-Way Players [50:00] MLB Awards [53:00] ...2019-09-131h 10
Midwest SwingCleveland Recap, Pineda's Suspension, Buxton Out?Brandon & Tom are back in studio to discuss the recent series against the Cleveland Indians and the impact it has on the Twins chase for the Playoffs. Additionally, they talk about Byron Buxton's injury that might keep him out for the remainder of the season, Michael Pineda's 60-game PED suspension, what our expectations should be heading into the playoffs, and could we see Alex Kirilloff sometime soon? In This Episode: Cleveland Recap [4:00] Buxton done for the season? [12:00] Pineda's 60-Game Suspension [28:00] Expectations for the playoffs [25:00] Is Kirilloff coming up? [29:00] Nationals Preview [35:00] Midwest Sw...2019-09-1040 minThat 90s Baseball PodCleveland Recap, Pineda's Suspension, Buxton Out?Brandon & Tom are back in studio to discuss the recent series against the Cleveland Indians and the impact it has on the Twins chase for the Playoffs. Additionally, they talk about Byron Buxton's injury that might keep him out for the remainder of the season, Michael Pineda's 60-game PED suspension, what our expectations should be heading into the playoffs, and could we see Alex Kirilloff sometime soon? In This Episode: Cleveland Recap [4:00] Buxton done for the season? [12:00] Pineda's 60-Game Suspension [28:00] Expectations for the playoffs [25:00] Is Kirilloff coming up? [29:00] Nationals Preview [35:00] Midwest Sw...2019-09-1040 min
Midwest SwingRed Sox Wrap, Buxton & Kirilloff, Cleveland PreviewTom is back from Boston after yet another series win the for the Minnesota Twins, who are now 6.5 games up on the Cleveland Indians. Brandon & Tom give their reactions from the series, as well as talk about a few other topics including Buxton & Dyson's injury concerns, a potential Kirilloff sighting in the playoffs, as well as a preview of the potential post-season "clinching" series against the Indians! In This Episode: Boston Recap & Rosario's Throw [5:00] Randy Dobnak and Kyle Gibson [15:00] Ian Miller & Playoff Lineups [25:00] Byron Buxton Update [31:00] Alex Kirilloff up for the playoffs? [36:00] Where is S...2019-09-0650 minThat 90s Baseball PodRed Sox Wrap, Buxton & Kirilloff, Cleveland PreviewTom is back from Boston after yet another series win the for the Minnesota Twins, who are now 6.5 games up on the Cleveland Indians. Brandon & Tom give their reactions from the series, as well as talk about a few other topics including Buxton & Dyson's injury concerns, a potential Kirilloff sighting in the playoffs, as well as a preview of the potential post-season "clinching" series against the Indians! In This Episode: Boston Recap & Rosario's Throw [5:00] Randy Dobnak and Kyle Gibson [15:00] Ian Miller & Playoff Lineups [25:00] Byron Buxton Update [31:00] Alex Kirilloff up for the playoffs? [36:00] Where is S...2019-09-0650 min
Midwest SwingTom's In Boston, September Call-Ups, Post-Season LineupsTom has followed the Twins out to Boston for their series against the Red Sox, so he calls in to preview the matchup and catch up on some news over the last week including: September call ups, the Twins breaking the MLB home run record, having a chance to reach Brandon's predicted win number tonight, and plenty more! In This Episode: Tom's in Boston [4:00] September call-ups [7:00] Twins Pitching [12:30] Potential Post-Season lineup [20:00] Angst Levels! [30:00] Midwest Swing is a weekly podcast where Host Brandon Warne interviews experts, coaches, and players around the league on...2019-09-0336 minThat 90s Baseball PodTom's In Boston, September Call-Ups, Post-Season LineupsTom has followed the Twins out to Boston for their series against the Red Sox, so he calls in to preview the matchup and catch up on some news over the last week including: September call ups, the Twins breaking the MLB home run record, having a chance to reach Brandon's predicted win number tonight, and plenty more! In This Episode: Tom's in Boston [4:00] September call-ups [7:00] Twins Pitching [12:30] Potential Post-Season lineup [20:00] Angst Levels! [30:00] Midwest Swing is a weekly podcast where Host Brandon Warne interviews experts, coaches, and players around the league on...2019-09-0336 min
Midwest Swing40-Man Recap, September Call Ups, Rosario Trade, and Red Dog vs. White ClawBrandon, Tom, and Justin The Producer taste test some Red Dog beer and White Claws before diving into a bunch of Minnesota Twins topics! Should the Twins trade Eddie Rosario? Where can they find more pitching? What does the current 40-Man roster look like? Division race? All of it! In This Episode: Red Dog & White Claws [2:00] Roster Moves & Pitching [8:00] 40-Man Roster Recap [23:00] Potential offseason trades.... [33:00] Angst Levels [42:00] Midwest Swing is a weekly podcast where Host Brandon Warne interviews experts, coaches, and players around the league on the state of the Minnesota Tw...2019-08-2752 minThat 90s Baseball Pod40-Man Recap, September Call Ups, Rosario Trade, and Red Dog vs. White ClawBrandon, Tom, and Justin The Producer taste test some Red Dog beer and White Claws before diving into a bunch of Minnesota Twins topics! Should the Twins trade Eddie Rosario? Where can they find more pitching? What does the current 40-Man roster look like? Division race? All of it! In This Episode: Red Dog & White Claws [2:00] Roster Moves & Pitching [8:00] 40-Man Roster Recap [23:00] Potential offseason trades.... [33:00] Angst Levels [42:00] Midwest Swing is a weekly podcast where Host Brandon Warne interviews experts, coaches, and players around the league on the state of the Minnesota Tw...2019-08-2752 minThat 90s Baseball PodPlayers Weekend, Tigers Preview, White ClawsBrandon, Tom, and Justin The Producer are back in action to talk all things Minnesota Twins, including a disappointing series against the White Sox, the upcoming series against the Tigers, Jake Cave & Marwin Gonzales, our thoughts on Players Weekend, as well as the potential of some batting order shakeups! In This Episode: Twins vs. Tigers [5:00] Indians Skid [9:00] Jake Cave & Marwin Gonzalez [20:00] Players Weekend [42:00] Batting Order Tinkering [51:00] Midwest Swing is a weekly podcast where Host Brandon Warne interviews experts, coaches, and players around the league on the state of the Minnesota Twins, Th...2019-08-2357 min
Midwest SwingPlayers Weekend, Tigers Preview, White ClawsBrandon, Tom, and Justin The Producer are back in action to talk all things Minnesota Twins, including a disappointing series against the White Sox, the upcoming series against the Tigers, Jake Cave & Marwin Gonzales, our thoughts on Players Weekend, as well as the potential of some batting order shakeups! In This Episode: Twins vs. Tigers [5:00] Indians Skid [9:00] Jake Cave & Marwin Gonzalez [20:00] Players Weekend [42:00] Batting Order Tinkering [51:00] Midwest Swing is a weekly podcast where Host Brandon Warne interviews experts, coaches, and players around the league on the state of the Minnesota Twins, Th...2019-08-2357 minThat 90s Baseball PodWhen Tom's Away The Mice Will PlayTom Schreier is gone so Brandon & Justin The Producer cut loose and talk about a myriad of things including the Twins vs. Brewers series from earlier this week, the "unwritten rules" of baseball and how dumb they are, as well as some more playoff talk and news from around the MLB! In This Episode: Where is Tom? [5:00] Brewers vs. Twins [10:00] Confidence levels going forward [20:00] Baseball's "Unwritten Rules" [35:00] Twins, Twins, Twins! [45:00] Midwest Swing is a weekly podcast where Host Brandon Warne interviews experts, coaches, and players around the league on the state of the Min...2019-08-161h 08
Midwest SwingWhen Tom's Away The Mice Will PlayTom Schreier is gone so Brandon & Justin The Producer cut loose and talk about a myriad of things including the Twins vs. Brewers series from earlier this week, the "unwritten rules" of baseball and how dumb they are, as well as some more playoff talk and news from around the MLB! In This Episode: Where is Tom? [5:00] Brewers vs. Twins [10:00] Confidence levels going forward [20:00] Baseball's "Unwritten Rules" [35:00] Twins, Twins, Twins! [45:00] Midwest Swing is a weekly podcast where Host Brandon Warne interviews experts, coaches, and players around the league on the state of the Min...2019-08-161h 08That 90s Baseball PodCleveland Series Fallout, Uninvited Guest, Angst LevelsThe Minnesota Twins lost 3 of 4 to the Cleveland Indians this weekend, and the teams are now tied for the lead in the AL Central. Brandon & Tom break down the weekend series, and offer their immediate reactions to the game and their implications on the rest of the season. In This Episode: Weekend Recap [5:00] No surgery for Nelson Cruz [20:00] Chris From Cleveland crashes the show [25:00] Justin The Producer doesn't like Justin Morneau [45:00] Twitter Takes [51:00] Midwest Swing is a weekly podcast where Host Brandon Warne interviews experts, coaches, and players around the league on...2019-08-121h 00
Midwest SwingCleveland Series Fallout, Uninvited Guest, Angst LevelsThe Minnesota Twins lost 3 of 4 to the Cleveland Indians this weekend, and the teams are now tied for the lead in the AL Central. Brandon & Tom break down the weekend series, and offer their immediate reactions to the game and their implications on the rest of the season. In This Episode: Weekend Recap [5:00] No surgery for Nelson Cruz [20:00] Chris From Cleveland crashes the show [25:00] Justin The Producer doesn't like Justin Morneau [45:00] Twitter Takes [51:00] Midwest Swing is a weekly podcast where Host Brandon Warne interviews experts, coaches, and players around the league on...2019-08-121h 00
Midwest SwingDevin Smeltzer, Royals Sweep, Feral HogsBrandon & Tom are back and ready to talk all things Twins, including Miguel Sano's walk-off homerun on Monday night, the recent playoff atmosphere of Target Field, the possibility of Schoop being DFA's, as well as current bullpen power rankings and some stuff regarding Players Weekend! In This Episode: Feral Hogs/Brandon Oversleeps [2:00] Miguel Sano Walk-Off [5:00] Playoff Atmosphere [11:00] Could the Twins DFA Schoop? [20:00] Bullpen Power Rankings [24:00] Rocco Managing Pitchers [34:00] Escobar homers off Dozier [40:00] Sam Dyson [46:00] Castro & Garver [52:00] Players Weekend [57:00] Midwest Swing is a weekly podcast where Host Brandon Warne interviews experts, coaches, an...2019-08-061h 03That 90s Baseball PodDevin Smeltzer, Royals Sweep, Feral HogsBrandon & Tom are back and ready to talk all things Twins, including Miguel Sano's walk-off homerun on Monday night, the recent playoff atmosphere of Target Field, the possibility of Schoop being DFA's, as well as current bullpen power rankings and some stuff regarding Players Weekend! In This Episode: Feral Hogs/Brandon Oversleeps [2:00] Miguel Sano Walk-Off [5:00] Playoff Atmosphere [11:00] Could the Twins DFA Schoop? [20:00] Bullpen Power Rankings [24:00] Rocco Managing Pitchers [34:00] Escobar homers off Dozier [40:00] Sam Dyson [46:00] Castro & Garver [52:00] Players Weekend [57:00] Midwest Swing is a weekly podcast where Host Brandon Warne interviews experts, coaches, an...2019-08-061h 03
Midwest SwingTrade Deadline Recap w/ Tiny NickBrandon is on the road (or fell asleep... who really knows!), so Tom enlists the help of Tiny Nick (@therealtinynick) to recap the trade deadline moves the Minnesota Twins made, then Brandon calls in to offer his thoughts on the deadline and this team going forward in the season. In This Episode: Trade Deadline Recap [3:00] Sam Dyson's unfortunate debut [14:00] Faith in the bullpen post-deadline [20:00] Bauer Trade [25:00] Cleveland / Pittsburgh Fight [30:00] Predictions for the homestand [40:00] Midwest Swing is a weekly podcast where Host Brandon Warne interviews experts, coaches, and players around the league on...2019-08-0249 minThat 90s Baseball PodTrade Deadline Recap w/ Tiny NickBrandon is on the road (or fell asleep... who really knows!), so Tom enlists the help of Tiny Nick (@therealtinynick) to recap the trade deadline moves the Minnesota Twins made, then Brandon calls in to offer his thoughts on the deadline and this team going forward in the season. In This Episode: Trade Deadline Recap [3:00] Sam Dyson's unfortunate debut [14:00] Faith in the bullpen post-deadline [20:00] Bauer Trade [25:00] Cleveland / Pittsburgh Fight [30:00] Predictions for the homestand [40:00] Midwest Swing is a weekly podcast where Host Brandon Warne interviews experts, coaches, and players around the league on...2019-08-0249 min
Midwest SwingTrade Deadline Extravaganza!It's "Trade Deadline Eve" and Brandon & Tom are ready to break down everything relating to the Minnesota Twins and their strategy as the deadline approaches, including the trade that was already completed with the Marlins for Sergio Romo, predictions on some names the Twins might be targeting, whether or not a Sano trade could happen or if Buxton should be included in a trade for Syndergaard, and discussing the potential moves that make the most sense. In This Episode: News from around the league [4:00] Twins trade for Sergio Romo [12:00] Potential trade candidates remaining [32:00] How w...2019-07-301h 16That 90s Baseball PodTrade Deadline Extravaganza!It's "Trade Deadline Eve" and Brandon & Tom are ready to break down everything relating to the Minnesota Twins and their strategy as the deadline approaches, including the trade that was already completed with the Marlins for Sergio Romo, predictions on some names the Twins might be targeting, whether or not a Sano trade could happen or if Buxton should be included in a trade for Syndergaard, and discussing the potential moves that make the most sense. In This Episode: News from around the league [4:00] Twins trade for Sergio Romo [12:00] Potential trade candidates remaining [32:00] How w...2019-07-301h 16
Midwest SwingTwins Trade Rumors & Chris From ClevelandBrandon & Tom bring back Chris From Cleveland to break down the now very close race between the Minnesota Twins and Cleveland Indians in the AL Central and the moves both teams need to make to give themselves the best chance to beat each other. After that, we break down a couple current trade rumors and Twins-specific story lines. In This Episode: Chris From Cleveland [3:00] Lance Lynn trade rumors? [40:00] Twins story lines [45:00] Midwest Swing is a weekly podcast where Host Brandon Warne interviews experts, coaches, and players around the league on the st...2019-07-2651 minThat 90s Baseball PodTwins Trade Rumors & Chris From ClevelandBrandon & Tom bring back Chris From Cleveland to break down the now very close race between the Minnesota Twins and Cleveland Indians in the AL Central and the moves both teams need to make to give themselves the best chance to beat each other. After that, we break down a couple current trade rumors and Twins-specific story lines. In This Episode: Chris From Cleveland [3:00] Lance Lynn trade rumors? [40:00] Twins story lines [45:00] Midwest Swing is a weekly podcast where Host Brandon Warne interviews experts, coaches, and players around the league on the st...2019-07-2651 minThat 90s Baseball PodMatt Trueblood on Trade Deadline, Twins vs. Yankees, Cubs StrugglesWriter for Baseball Prospectus and author of Penning Bull, Matthew Trueblood, makes his triumphant return to Midwest Swing to talk all thing Minnesota Twins! Matt, Tom, and Brandon also break down some of the biggest story lines from around the MLB as we get closer and closer to the trade deadline. In This Episode: Twins vs. Yankees Game #1 Recap [3:00] TRADE DEADLINE! [9:00] Bullpen Round Up [16:00] Interesting story lines over the next few weeks from around the MLB [29:00] Midwest Swing is a weekly podcast where Host Brandon Warne interviews experts, coaches, and players ar...2019-07-231h 07
Midwest SwingMatt Trueblood on Trade Deadline, Twins vs. Yankees, Cubs StrugglesWriter for Baseball Prospectus and author of Penning Bull, Matthew Trueblood, makes his triumphant return to Midwest Swing to talk all thing Minnesota Twins! Matt, Tom, and Brandon also break down some of the biggest story lines from around the MLB as we get closer and closer to the trade deadline. In This Episode: Twins vs. Yankees Game #1 Recap [3:00] TRADE DEADLINE! [9:00] Bullpen Round Up [16:00] Interesting story lines over the next few weeks from around the MLB [29:00] Midwest Swing is a weekly podcast where Host Brandon Warne interviews experts, coaches, and players ar...2019-07-231h 07
Midwest SwingRosario's Homer, Trade Speculation, Clubhouse CultureBrandon and Tom have a quick recap of the less than enjoyable Twins vs. Mets series from earlier this week, talk about some news regarding a potential trade-target Noah Syndergaard, discuss some freezing-cold takes from Reddit & Twitter, and of course bring up the bullpen issues while trying to gauge where Twins fans "worry level" should be at! In This Episode: Twins vs. Mets Recap [4:00] Noah Syndergaard [12:00] The sky is falling! (according to Twitter) [18:00] Bullpen, Bullpen, Bullpen... [25:00] Where is you "worry level" at? [41:00] Arraez & Schoop [50:00] Marwin Gonzalez: Team MVP? [53:00] Midwest Swing is a...2019-07-191h 04That 90s Baseball PodRosario's Homer, Trade Speculation, Clubhouse CultureBrandon and Tom have a quick recap of the less than enjoyable Twins vs. Mets series from earlier this week, talk about some news regarding a potential trade-target Noah Syndergaard, discuss some freezing-cold takes from Reddit & Twitter, and of course bring up the bullpen issues while trying to gauge where Twins fans "worry level" should be at! In This Episode: Twins vs. Mets Recap [4:00] Noah Syndergaard [12:00] The sky is falling! (according to Twitter) [18:00] Bullpen, Bullpen, Bullpen... [25:00] Where is you "worry level" at? [41:00] Arraez & Schoop [50:00] Marwin Gonzalez: Team MVP? [53:00] Midwest Swing is a...2019-07-191h 04
Midwest SwingCleveland Recap, Trade Deadline PredictionsBrandon and Tom break down what we learned from the Minnesota vs. Cleveland series this weekend, who the potential buyers & sellers could be in the AL Central, potential packages for Syndergaard or Bumgarner, as well as a possible trade involved Eddie Rosario this offseason. In This Episode: What we learned from the Minnesota/Cleveland series [4:00] Buyers & Sellers in the AL Central [15:00] Syndergaard or Bumgarner? [23:00] Twins trading Eddie Rosario this offseason? [30:00] Trade Deadline S Midwest Swing is a weekly podcast where Host Brandon Warne interviews experts, coaches, and players around the league on...2019-07-1648 minThat 90s Baseball PodCleveland Recap, Trade Deadline PredictionsBrandon and Tom break down what we learned from the Minnesota vs. Cleveland series this weekend, who the potential buyers & sellers could be in the AL Central, potential packages for Syndergaard or Bumgarner, as well as a possible trade involved Eddie Rosario this offseason. In This Episode: What we learned from the Minnesota/Cleveland series [4:00] Buyers & Sellers in the AL Central [15:00] Syndergaard or Bumgarner? [23:00] Twins trading Eddie Rosario this offseason? [30:00] Trade Deadline S Midwest Swing is a weekly podcast where Host Brandon Warne interviews experts, coaches, and players around the league on...2019-07-1648 min
Midwest SwingTwins vs. Indians Preview w/ Chris from ClevelandBrandon, Tom, and Chris from Cleveland discuss the 2019 MLB All-Star Game which just took place this week, as well as the upcoming series against the Cleveland Indians and the importance of the three game set for both teams regarding their potential trade-deadline moves and eventual playoff positioning. In This Episode: 2019 MLB All-Star Game [3:00] Chris from Cleveland calls in! [7:00] Twins vs. Indian Preview [20:00] Midwest Swing is a weekly podcast where Host Brandon Warne interviews experts, coaches, and players around the league on the state of the Minnesota Twins, The Major and Minor Lea...2019-07-1241 minThat 90s Baseball PodTwins vs. Indians Preview w/ Chris from ClevelandBrandon, Tom, and Chris from Cleveland discuss the 2019 MLB All-Star Game which just took place this week, as well as the upcoming series against the Cleveland Indians and the importance of the three game set for both teams regarding their potential trade-deadline moves and eventual playoff positioning. In This Episode: 2019 MLB All-Star Game [3:00] Chris from Cleveland calls in! [7:00] Twins vs. Indian Preview [20:00] Midwest Swing is a weekly podcast where Host Brandon Warne interviews experts, coaches, and players around the league on the state of the Minnesota Twins, The Major and Minor Lea...2019-07-1241 minThat 90s Baseball PodTom's Home, All-Star Snubs, Listener QuestionsBrandon & Tom are in studio and ready to talk about everything Minnesota Twins, including their All-Star Game selections and who got snubbed, whether or not they should have someone in the Home Run Derby, as well as their current depth issues, Sano's struggles, Lewis Thorpe, Michael Pineda, and capitalizing on next weeks All-Star break! In This Episode: Twins All-Star Snubs [8:00] No Twins in the Home Run Derby? [15:00] Andrew Vasquez/Depth Issues [20:00] Twins avoid losing 3-in-a-row again [25:00] Miguel Sano's Struggles Continue [31:00] Lewis Thorpe [35:00] Michael Pineda [38:00] Gaining momentum into the All-Star break [42:00] Bullpen Talk/Twitter Q's [47:00] 2019-07-0556 min
Midwest SwingTom's Home, All-Star Snubs, Listener QuestionsBrandon & Tom are in studio and ready to talk about everything Minnesota Twins, including their All-Star Game selections and who got snubbed, whether or not they should have someone in the Home Run Derby, as well as their current depth issues, Sano's struggles, Lewis Thorpe, Michael Pineda, and capitalizing on next weeks All-Star break! In This Episode: Twins All-Star Snubs [8:00] No Twins in the Home Run Derby? [15:00] Andrew Vasquez/Depth Issues [20:00] Twins avoid losing 3-in-a-row again [25:00] Miguel Sano's Struggles Continue [31:00] Lewis Thorpe [35:00] Michael Pineda [38:00] Gaining momentum into the All-Star break [42:00] Bullpen Talk/Twitter Q's [47:00] 2019-07-0556 minThat 90s Baseball PodTraveling Tom, All-Star & Trade TalkBrandon & Tom discuss the Minnesota Twins bullpen issues and how management might choose to address it at the trade deadline, as well as how comfortable Twins fans should be with the division lead, Jorge Polanco being selected as an All-Star Game starter, and answer some Twitter questions! In This Episode: What is going on with the bullpen? [5:00] Division lead sits at 8 games [15:00] Twins injury bug [21:00] Jorge Polanco named All-Star Game Starter [28:00] Twins/White Sox preview [39:00] Jordan Balazovic & Royce Lewis make MLB Futures Game [45:00] Trade Targets [50:00] Midwest Swing is a weekly podcast wh...2019-06-2855 min
Midwest SwingTraveling Tom, All-Star & Trade TalkBrandon & Tom discuss the Minnesota Twins bullpen issues and how management might choose to address it at the trade deadline, as well as how comfortable Twins fans should be with the division lead, Jorge Polanco being selected as an All-Star Game starter, and answer some Twitter questions! In This Episode: What is going on with the bullpen? [5:00] Division lead sits at 8 games [15:00] Twins injury bug [21:00] Jorge Polanco named All-Star Game Starter [28:00] Twins/White Sox preview [39:00] Jordan Balazovic & Royce Lewis make MLB Futures Game [45:00] Trade Targets [50:00] Midwest Swing is a weekly podcast wh...2019-06-2855 minThat 90s Baseball PodMauer's Jersey Retirement, 17-inning Marathon, Sano StrugglesBrandon & Tom discuss Joe Mauer's jersey retirement ceremony last Saturday, the 17 inning game from earlier this week, Jeff Passan's report of Tampa Bay exploring splitting time between Florida & Montreal, Minnesota's recent offensive struggles, Max Kepler, and some potential roster shakeups the Twins could experiment with! In This Episode: Terry Ryan & Cow Pie High [3:00] Joe Mauer's Jersey Retirement [10:00] The Tampa Bay Rays of Montreal [20:00] Brandon covers the 17 inning game [23:00] Twins Recent Offensive Struggles [29:30] Max Kepler is red-hot [32:00] Potential roster shakeups [36:00] Midwest Swing is a weekly podcast where Host Brandon Warne interviews experts, co...2019-06-2048 min
Midwest SwingMauer's Jersey Retirement, 17-inning Marathon, Sano StrugglesBrandon & Tom discuss Joe Mauer's jersey retirement ceremony last Saturday, the 17 inning game from earlier this week, Jeff Passan's report of Tampa Bay exploring splitting time between Florida & Montreal, Minnesota's recent offensive struggles, Max Kepler, and some potential roster shakeups the Twins could experiment with! In This Episode: Terry Ryan & Cow Pie High [3:00] Joe Mauer's Jersey Retirement [10:00] The Tampa Bay Rays of Montreal [20:00] Brandon covers the 17 inning game [23:00] Twins Recent Offensive Struggles [29:30] Max Kepler is red-hot [32:00] Potential roster shakeups [36:00] Midwest Swing is a weekly podcast where Host Brandon Warne interviews experts, co...2019-06-2048 min
Midwest SwingTwins All-Stars, Trade Deadline Targets, David OrtizBrandon & Tom discuss the Twins comeback win against the Seattle Mariners and a controversial strike three call, Marin Perez & Jake Odorizzi's performances so far, as well as identifying some potential targets the Twins could trade for at the Trade Deadline! In This Episode: Comeback win against Seattle [2:00] Perez & Odorizzi [8:00] Who's "team" is this? [23:00] Potential trade-deadline moves [32:00] Twins All-Stars [45:00] David Ortiz [52:00] Twitter Questions [56:00] Midwest Swing is a weekly podcast where Host Brandon Warne interviews experts, coaches, and players around the league on the state of the Minnesota Twins, The Major and Minor Le...2019-06-121h 02That 90s Baseball PodTwins All-Stars, Trade Deadline Targets, David OrtizBrandon & Tom discuss the Twins comeback win against the Seattle Mariners and a controversial strike three call, Marin Perez & Jake Odorizzi's performances so far, as well as identifying some potential targets the Twins could trade for at the Trade Deadline! In This Episode: Comeback win against Seattle [2:00] Perez & Odorizzi [8:00] Who's "team" is this? [23:00] Potential trade-deadline moves [32:00] Twins All-Stars [45:00] David Ortiz [52:00] Twitter Questions [56:00] Midwest Swing is a weekly podcast where Host Brandon Warne interviews experts, coaches, and players around the league on the state of the Minnesota Twins, The Major and Minor Le...2019-06-121h 02That 90s Baseball PodReacting To Cleveland Series, Passing on Kimbrel, Twitter Q'sBrandon & Tom break down the Twins series against Tampa Bay & Cleveland, whether or not Smeltzer will get another start for the Twins, Craig Kimbrel signing with the Cubs, a Twins Draft roundup, and some Twitter questions! In This Episode: Rays & Indians series [7:00] Does Smeltzer get another start? [18:00] Kimbrel signs with Cubs [22:00] Twins Draft Picks [31:00] Mailbag! [38:00] Midwest Swing is a weekly podcast where Host Brandon Warne interviews experts, coaches, and players around the league on the state of the Minnesota Twins, The Major and Minor Leagues, and the latest MLB news. ...2019-06-0652 minThat 90s Baseball PodSmeltzer's Debut, Homegrown Production, Reddit Hot TakesBrandon, Tom, and Justin The Producer discuss the series against the Milwaukee Brewers, Devin Smeltzer's debut, how much of the Twins production is coming from home grown talent, some preliminary MLB Draft coverage, and the Justin brings in some sizzling hot takes from Reddit! In This Episode: Devin Smeltzer Debut [3:00] How much of the Twins production is coming from home grown talent? [12:00] MLB Draft [25:00] Freezing Cold Twins Takes [35:00] Midwest Swing is a weekly podcast where Host Brandon Warne interviews experts, coaches, and players around the league on the state of the Minnesota Twins, Th...2019-05-291h 00That 90s Baseball PodTwins Mailbag w/ Mike Gelfand & Ryan TurnquistMike Gelfand & Ryan Turnquist (@2__CANEZ) join Brandon & Tom to discuss the 32-16 Minnesota Twins team, including Jake Odorizzi, the Twins bullpen performance so far, as well as answering some Twitter questions in a brand new #AskBW! In This Episode: Jake Odorizzi [2:00] Confidence in the bullpen [9:00] #AskBW Mail Bag! [19:00] Midwest Swing is a weekly podcast where Host Brandon Warne interviews experts, coaches, and players around the league on the state of the Minnesota Twins, The Major and Minor Leagues, and the latest MLB news. --- Brandon Warne (@Brandon_War...2019-05-221h 10That 90s Baseball PodTwins Musings & Jim "The Rookie" MorrisJim Morris (@jimmorris6363), former MLB pitcher and subject of the movie The Rookie, calls in to discuss his journey from playing high school baseball in Texas all the way to his time in the Major Leagues playing with the Tampa Bay Devil Rays! Brandon & Tom discuss the Mitch Garver injury, as well as Twins Fever taking over Minneapolis! In This Episode: Mitch Garver to IL [2:30] Twins Fever! [9:00] Twins trade for Madison Bumgarner? [14:00] Jim Morris calls in! [21:00] Midwest Swing is a weekly podcast where Host Brandon Warne interviews experts, coaches, and players ar...2019-05-151h 03That 90s Baseball PodEarly Twins Playoff Odds, Jay Sharman of La Vida BaseballJay Sharman (@_JaySharman), founder of La Vida Baseball, calls in to talk a little bit about their mission, some new stuff they have in the works, as well as their partnership with the National Baseball Hall of Fame! Brandon & Tom discuss what the last week has looked like for the Minnesota Twins, as well as the five things they would change as MLB Commissioner! In This Episode: Minnesota Twins Update [3:30] Twins Playoff Odds [17:00] Five Things You Would Change as MLB Commissioner [30:00] Jay Sharman calls in! [45:00] Midwest Swing is a weekly podcast wh...2019-05-081h 14That 90s Baseball PodOdorizzi vs. Verlander, Minors, Bullpen FixesBrandon and Tom discuss the Minnesota Twins season so far, some potential roster shakeups that could be coming in the near future, a few potential trade targets, if the Twins could be moving on from Jonathan Schoop, as well as answering some Twitter questions! In This Episode: Twins starting rotation/bullpen performance so far [4:00] Potential trade targets? [14:30] Twins VS. Astros [22:00] Moving on from Jonathan Schoop? [29:00] Who is the #1 catcher on the roster? [36:00] Mailbag! [45:00] Midwest Swing is a weekly podcast where Host Brandon Warne interviews experts, coaches, and players around the league on...2019-05-0154 minThat 90s Baseball PodBat Flips, Roster Moves, and Marlins Player or US Senator?Brandon, Tom, and Ryan (@2__CANEZ) play the "Marlins Player or US Senator" game, discuss the controversy surrounding Tim Anderson's bat flip and resulting suspension, as well as catching up on the Minnesota Twins who are 13-8 to begin the season! In This Episode: Marlins Player or US Senator? [2:30] The "Bat Flip" Controversy & Tim Anderson's Suspension [10:00] The Minnesota Twins are 13-8: What have we seen so far? [22:00] Is burning a draft pick worth five more weeks of Craig Kimbrel? [30:00] Tyler Duffy & Jake Cave Sent to AAA [34:00] Mailbag! [44:00] Midwest Swing is a weekly po...2019-04-2457 minThat 90s Baseball PodDerek Carty on Projection Systems, Hot & Cold StartsFantasy MLB & NFL Analyst Derek Carty (@DerekCarty) joins the show to talk about his life in baseball, how he got into the world of Fantasy Baseball, and his projection system THE BAT! Brandon and Tom recap the Twins issues over the last few games. In This Episode: Twins pitching struggles [3:00] Derek Carty calls in! [13:00] Midwest Swing is a weekly podcast where Host Brandon Warne interviews experts, coaches, and players around the league on the state of the Minnesota Twins, The Major and Minor Leagues, and the latest MLB news. ...2019-04-1757 minThat 90s Baseball PodMinnesota Twins 'Buy or Sell' w/ Ryan TurnquistRyan Turnquist (@2__CANEZ) joins Brandon and Tom to continue the "Buy or Sell" discussion from last week, this time focusing on the Minnesota Twins after their 6-3 start. In This Episode: The Twins are 6-3 through their first nine games [3:00] Twins "Buy or Sell" [7:00] Who signs Dallas Keuchel? [26:00] New wins projection sits at 87 [32:00] Rocco Baldelli's performance so far [41:00] Midwest Swing is a weekly podcast where Host Brandon Warne interviews experts, coaches, and players around the league on the state of the Minnesota Twins, The Major and Minor Leagues, and the latest MLB news....2019-04-1044 min
Midwest SwingTwins, Buy or Sell w/ Mat HarrisonCo-host of Fantasy Football Weekly on KFAN & host of Fanball Weekly on Sirius XM, Mat Harrison (@ExplosiveOutput), joins the show to talk about fantasy sports, predictions for the Twins season after their hot start, and a quick game of 'Buy or Sell.' In This Episode: Brandon & Mat's unlikely meeting [3:00] Cy Amundson, host of ESPN's SportsCenter on Snapchat, puts Brandon on blast [7:30] How many wins do the Twins finish with? [23:00] Buy or Sell: Fast Starts & Slow Starts [36:00] Midwest Swing is a weekly podcast where Host Brandon Warne interviews experts, coaches, and play...2019-04-041h 21That 90s Baseball PodTwins, Buy or Sell w/ Mat HarrisonCo-host of Fantasy Football Weekly on KFAN & host of Fanball Weekly on Sirius XM, Mat Harrison (@ExplosiveOutput), joins the show to talk about fantasy sports, predictions for the Twins season after their hot start, and a quick game of 'Buy or Sell.' In This Episode: Brandon & Mat's unlikely meeting [3:00] Cy Amundson, host of ESPN's SportsCenter on Snapchat, puts Brandon on blast [7:30] How many wins do the Twins finish with? [23:00] Buy or Sell: Fast Starts & Slow Starts [36:00] Midwest Swing is a weekly podcast where Host Brandon Warne interviews experts, coaches, and play...2019-04-041h 21
Midwest SwingSpring Training RecapBrandon returns from Fort Meyers to talk Twins' Spring Training recap, he tells us about his travels, and Brandon explains the Puckett/Hrbek theory. In This Episode: Spring Training recap Martin Perez' starting game Aaron Hicks got rushed into the Majors How will Byron Buxton perform, returning after injury? The Puckett/Hrbek theory [43:00] Next Week Slade Heathcott Midwest Swing is a weekly podcast where Host Brandon Warne interviews experts, coaches, and players around the league on the state of the Minnesota Twins, The Major and Minor Leagues, and the latest MLB news. 2019-03-1359 minThat 90s Baseball PodSpring Training RecapBrandon returns from Fort Meyers to talk Twins' Spring Training recap, he tells us about his travels, and Brandon explains the Puckett/Hrbek theory. In This Episode: Spring Training recap Martin Perez' starting game Aaron Hicks got rushed into the Majors How will Byron Buxton perform, returning after injury? The Puckett/Hrbek theory [43:00] Next Week Slade Heathcott Midwest Swing is a weekly podcast where Host Brandon Warne interviews experts, coaches, and players around the league on the state of the Minnesota Twins, The Major and Minor Leagues, and the latest MLB news. 2019-03-1359 minThat 90s Baseball PodDarin MastroianniFormer Minnesota Twins outfielder and USI Hall of Fame Inductee, Darin Mastroianni, joins the show to talk about his journey through college and being drafted by the Blue Jays, his fondest memories of the minor leagues, what it was like playing in Venezuela, his time spent in the majors and of course he answers some of Brandon's Twins-related questions! In This Episode: Darin Mastroianni is in studio! Midwest Swing is a weekly podcast where Host Brandon Warne interviews experts, coaches, and players around the league on the state of the Minnesota Twi...2019-02-061h 39That 90s Baseball PodMLB Lefty Eric O'Flaherty & Twins ProspectsMLB free-agent lefty Eric O'Flaherty (@EOF34) calls in to talk about his journey from the draft to the Major League, his "Welcome to the MLB" moment, as well as fellow Walla Walla High School alumni Drew Bledsoe! Then Ryan Turnquist (@2__CANEZ) calls in to talk with Brandon about the Minnesota Twins top prospects! In This Episode: Eric O'Flaherty calls in! [3:30] Ryan Turnquist calls in! [41:00] MLB Top 100 Prospect lists are being released, how many Twins players made the cut? [45:00] Ryan & Brandon each choose their Top Ten Twins prospects [55:00] Midwest Swing is a we...2019-01-231h 22
Midwest SwingMLB Lefty Eric O'Flaherty & Twins ProspectsMLB free-agent lefty Eric O'Flaherty (@EOF34) calls in to talk about his journey from the draft to the Major League, his "Welcome to the MLB" moment, as well as fellow Walla Walla High School alumni Drew Bledsoe! Then Ryan Turnquist (@2__CANEZ) calls in to talk with Brandon about the Minnesota Twins top prospects! In This Episode: Eric O'Flaherty calls in! [3:30] Ryan Turnquist calls in! [41:00] MLB Top 100 Prospect lists are being released, how many Twins players made the cut? [45:00] Ryan & Brandon each choose their Top Ten Twins prospects [55:00] Midwest Swing is a we...2019-01-231h 22That 90s Baseball PodMike Berardino Reveals Hall of Fame Ballot, Weighs In On Twins PayrollMike Berardino (@MikeBerardino) shares his MLB Hall of Fame ballot with us, breaks down his decision to include/exclude certain players, and discusses the voting and balloting process a little bit. Then Brandon and Mike discuss the "Twins Winter Meltdown" on Twitter. In This Episode: Mike discusses the MLB HOF ballot process [2:00] Should changes be made to the voting process? [8:00] Fringe players that didn't quite make the cut [12:00] Mike Berardino's ballot [15:00] "Twins Winter Meltdown" [33:00] Midwest Swing is a weekly podcast where Host Brandon Warne interviews experts, coaches, and players around the le...2019-01-1859 min
Midwest SwingThe Twins New Talent with Brandon, Mike, and TomThis week we have Mike, Brandon, and Tom in studio! We talk new talent on the Twins, their remaining budget, and replacing Mauer. In Today's Episode Adding CJ Cron [4:00] The Twins still have up to $50 Million to spend [11:30] Gibson, Odrizzi, Pineda up for Free Agency in 2019 [18:00] Twins Top-30 prospects [30:00] You can't replace Mauer but, will CJ be able to fill some of the gap? [35:00] Brandon's latest Zone Coverage article [45:00] Midwest Swing is a weekly podcast where Host Mike Berardino interviews experts, coaches, and players around the league on the state of th...2018-11-2854 min
Midwest SwingJoe Mauer with Brandon WarneIn today's episode, Zone Coverage Staff Writer Brandon Warne joins Tom Schreier to discuss Minnesota Legend Joe Mauer's career; from rookie to retirement. From everyone at Zone Coverage... Thank You Joe. Get full access to Access Twins at accesstwins.substack.com/subscribe2018-11-1350 min
Midwest SwingMWS Live! Brandon at the Break on Twins, Trades and More!In this episode of Midwest Swing -- brought to you by Pick and Shovel Wear -- Brandon breaks down the Twins at the All-Star break and heading into the trade deadline. As always, send comments, questions and feedback to @Brandon_Warne on Twitter. Subscribe to Midwest Swing on iTunes or Stitcher! A Zone Coverage Podcast Network Production Get full access to Access Twins at accesstwins.substack.com/subscribe2018-07-1929 min
Midwest SwingMWS Live! Brandon in Chicago to Cover Twins-Cubs!In this episode of Midwest Swing -- brought to you by Pick and Shovel Wear -- Brandon is in Chicago in advance of covering Saturday and Sunday from Wrigley Field. As always, send comments, questions and feedback to @Brandon_Warne on Twitter. Subscribe to Midwest Swing on iTunes or Stitcher! A Zone Coverage Podcast Network Production Get full access to Access Twins at accesstwins.substack.com/subscribe2018-06-3028 min
Midwest SwingMWS Live! Brandon Goes Simulcast to Talk Twins After 8-4 Loss to White SoxIn this episode of Midwest Swing -- brought to you by Pick and Shovel Wear -- Brandon rolls solo on Periscope as a simulcast to break down the team's 8-4 loss to the ChiSox and any other questions fans had in the chatroom. As always, send comments, questions and feedback to @Brandon_Warne on Twitter. Subscribe to Midwest Swing on iTunes or Stitcher! A Zone Coverage Podcast Network Production Get full access to Access Twins at accesstwins.substack.com/subscribe2018-06-2726 min