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Blair & BarkerMets Magic ContinuesBlair and Barker begin today's show by revisiting a big night for the NLCS-bound New York Mets, while the Yankees, Dodgers, and Tigers registered big wins of their own. Then, SNY analyst Zack Scott joins the show to discuss how the Mets have become such a tough out after recovering from an abysmal May. Scott also describes how the Mets won the Francisco Lindor sweepstakes, of which the Blue Jays were apart of (9:49). In the final segment of the show, Royals analyst Rex Hudler joins Jeff and Kevin to examine how Kansas City find themselves facing a must-win game...2024-10-1050 minBlair & BarkerThe Royals' Rise & Free Agent ForecastJeff Blair and Kevin Barker are joined by Royals TV analyst Rex Hudler (0:40) to discuss KC's transformative 2024 season after their 100-loss 2023 campaign - specifically, Bobby Witt Jr.'s superstar jump and the unsung heroes of the Royals' push for an AL Central lead. MLB Network's Mark Feinsand (26:25) shares his thoughts on the different directions the Jays could go in free agency, Aaron Judge running away with AL MVP and the chances that Juan Soto stays in the Bronx. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily r...2024-08-3049 minBlair & BarkerSan Diego Survives the Sweep + Sights and Sounds of Kansas CityJeff and Kevin kick off a new week on the program looking back on the Blue Jays' near sweep of the San Diego Padres; what we've seen from Toronto's starters, the bullpen management at the tail end of Sunday's game, and which bats in the lineup are finding their stride. Blue Jays Central analyst Caleb Joseph shares his takeaways from the series and previews Yusei Kikuchi's start in Kansas City tonight (25:52). Buffalo Bisons announcer Pat Malacaro updates us on the Jays' farm system including Orelvis Martinez' red-hot stretch and Addison Barger's upside (49:56). Later on, Royals colour commentator Rex Hudler...2024-04-221h 39Blair & BarkerBo is Back, Back AgainJeff Blair and Kevin Barker start with the news that Bo Bichette has been activated off the IL and will be active for tonight’s game against the Royals. They discuss what to expect from him in his return, take a look around the teams in the Wild Card race heading into the weekend, how the Rangers could stop their poorly-timed slump and what effect the manager has on their drastic slide. Later, they are joined by Royals TV analyst Rex Hudler (26:14) who shares his thoughts on the ‘Buffalo Brigade’ and reflects on the time he was a call-up spark...2023-09-0949 min
Casual DiehardWe Can Pod It Out 176: Let It BeWhen Francisco Álvarez was hit by a pitch yesterday to lead off the bottom of the ninth inning, Buck Showalter made the move that any manager would, sending in Tim Locastro to run for his catcher, needing him to go 270 feet to win the game.It turned out that Álvarez just could have scored as easily as Locastro did, as DJ Stewart singled, Mark Vientos walked, and Rafael Ortega laced the walkoff single to right field.The last time the Mets had a pinch-runner come in and score as part of a walkoff rally was th...2023-08-2825 min
The Papa Ron PodcastRYAN LEFEBVRE: The Shame Of Me - Part 1 (EP 26)Kansas City Royals Radio/TV broadcaster, Ryan Lefebvre joins Jillian Gregg and I in studio for a quick (by Papa Ron Podcast standards) conversation about Ryan's journey in life. I thoroughly enjoyed this conversation but if I'm being honest, I was bummed following the end of the episode because we didn't have nearly enough time to discuss everything. Ryan began his career as a MLB broadcaster at the young age of 24 with the Minnesota Twins. At the age of 28, he joined the broadcast team of the Kansas City Royals with Denny Matthews & Joel Goldberg. During that time he has also...2022-12-161h 16
Star Local Media Podcast NetworkEpisode 145: Spring Football Roundups for Districts 5-5A Div. I and 11-6AWith spring practices in the books, Star Local Media breaks down offseason storylines for its local football districts -- continuing with Districts 5-5A Division I and 11-6A.In 5-5A Div. II, the staff discusses early district title favorites The Colony and Frisco Lone Star (1:05), an abrupt coaching move at Frisco Liberty (10:10), Little Elm's bounce-back potential (12:55) and another promising year in the works for the Frisco Independence (16:55).In 11-6A, topics include Mesquite's continued progress under Jeff Fleener (20:00), Mesquite Horn's first offseason under new head coach Chris Hudler (24:15) and North Mesquite's second year...2019-06-0736 min
The Lede with Jeff Blair and Stephen BruntEpisode 10: Clubhouse CultureWhen a team is out of playoff contention, does its clubhouse culture change? Thirteen-year MLB vet and Kansas City Royals colour commentator, Rex Hudler, joins Jeff and Stephen to discuss just that. What did he do to keep his teammates motivated when losing? How does an in-season managerial change impact a club? And how do […]2018-08-0800 min
A Foot In The CreaseEpisode 5.37 - Featuring Julian MelchioriThis week on AFITC, we kick off our coverage of the Stanley Cup Finals between the Chicago Blackhawks and the Philadelphia Flyers with a look back at a wild and crazy game one. Before that though, the Redline Report kicks off with Leaf Notes with news on the signing of a defenseman, the progress of contract talks with Nik Kulemin and the potential of a new member to the front office. Later Quick Hits wraps the segment with news on Steve Yzerman, Jiri Hudler, Adam Foote, Jiri Tlusty and the sites for two outdoor games in 2011.
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