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Flippin' Bats is a fun baseball podcast bringing you everything you want from around the league! You'll hear from Hall of Famer John Smoltz every week, you'll hear from the game's best players, and you'll be up to date on everything around the league! Baseball. Is. Fun. And so is Flippin' Bats!

  1. hace 1 día

    Could Shohei Ohtani Leave the Dodgers? The Mark Walter Situation Explained | This Week in Shohei Ohtani News

    Could Shohei Ohtani actually leave the Dodgers? Reports surrounding Dodgers controlling owner Mark Walter have raised major questions about his financial empire, and because of a unique clause in Ohtani’s contract, Dodgers fans are wondering what it could mean for Shohei’s future in Los Angeles. On this week’s This Week in Shohei Ohtani, I break down what’s actually happening with Walter, why this does NOTmean the Dodgers are broke, how Ohtani’s key man clause works, and what would have to happen for it to become relevant. Plus, we have the latest on the NL MVP race between Ohtani and PCA, another big week at the plate for Shohei, and an encouraging pitching update as he continues working toward a potential return to the Dodgers rotation in September. In this episode:• What’s actually happening with Mark Walter• Are the Dodgers in financial trouble?• Could Ohtani’s contract clause allow him to leave?• Why Ohtani’s deferred money isn’t suddenly at risk• Shohei vs. PCA in the NL MVP race• Ohtani’s latest offensive surge• The latest on his return to pitching Let's hear it... Who is Your NL MVP Pick? Timestamps: 0:00 Are the Dodgers in Trouble? 7:00 NL MVP Race 11:56 Shohei's Offensive Week 14:00 Latest Pitching News 15:40 Outro #ShoheiOhtani #Dodgers #MLB #LosAngelesDodgers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Could Shohei Ohtani Leave the Dodgers? The Mark Walter Situation Explained | This Week in Shohei Ohtani News

  2. hace 4 días

    The AL Playoff Race Is CHAOS… WHO GETS IN?! Murakami and the White Sox DOMINATE Tigers! + MLB Power Rankings

    The American League playoff race is absolute CHAOS. With six teams separated by just 1.5 games in the Wild Card race, I’m breaking down the contenders and making my picks for which six teams ultimately make the AL playoffs. Plus, the White Sox just went into Detroit and swept the Tigers in their biggest series of the season. Did Detroit blow its chance to make a run at the AL Central? And are the Blue Jays actually the team best positioned to grab the final Wild Card spot? We’ll also unveil this week’s MLB Power Rankings, talk about the Brewers taking over baseball’s top spot, the Dodgers’ recent struggles, and everything that made this year’s Field of Dreams experience so special. Timestamps: 0:00 Intro 0:47 AL Wild Card CHAOS 2:38 My 6 AL Wild Card Picks 7:56 Tigers Blow Golden Opportunity 11:31 White Sox Dominate HUGE Series 15:10 New MLB Power Rankings 25:33 Field of Dreams Experience 30:25 Ohtani Donates 7 Figures 31:00 Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    The AL Playoff Race Is CHAOS… WHO GETS IN?! Murakami and the White Sox DOMINATE Tigers! + MLB Power Rankings

  3. hace 6 días

    Should We Be Worried About Paul Skenes? John Smoltz explains + His Emotional Field of Dreams Experience and Crazy 4th Out Rule

    Is there reason to be concerned about Paul Skenes? John Smoltz joins me for another Saturday with Smoltz to break down Skenes’ recent struggles, what he’s seeing from the Pirates ace, and whether there’s anything to worry about moving forward. We also get Smoltz’s take on one of the strangest plays you’ll see all season involving MLB’s “fourth out” rule, plus he shares a personal story about his Field of Dreams experience and what that game meant to him and his family. Are you concerned about Paul Skenes or not? Let me know in the comments! Timestamps: 0:00 Intro 1:42 Concerned About Paul Skenes? 5:15 Wild 4th Out Rule 9:30 Smoltz' Emotional Field of Dreams Experience 11:59 Outro #PaulSkenes #JohnSmoltz #MLB #Pirates #Baseball Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Should We Be Worried About Paul Skenes? John Smoltz explains + His Emotional Field of Dreams Experience and Crazy 4th Out Rule

  4. 13 ago

    Shohei Ohtani Takes Another Step Toward Pitching Return | This Week in Shohei Ohtani News

    Shohei Ohtani is getting closer to returning to the mound. After not pitching since July 3, Ohtani has now thrown on back-to-back days as he continues working his way toward his next bullpen session. We break down the latest on Ohtani’s pitching timeline, what his recent stolen base could tell us about his knee, and where things stand in the NL MVP race with Pete Crow-Armstrong. Plus, John Smoltz weighs in on the Ohtani vs. PCA MVP debate. Is Shohei still your NL MVP right now? Let me know below! Timestamps: 0:00 Intro 0:40 Johns Smoltz NL MVP Pick 1:53 Shohei vs PCA 2:41 Pitching Injury Update 4:50 Shohei's Offense 6:25 Who wins MVP? 7:39 Outro #ShoheiOhtani #Dodgers #MLB #Ohtani #DodgersBaseball Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Shohei Ohtani Takes Another Step Toward Pitching Return | This Week in Shohei Ohtani News

  5. 10 ago

    Tigers are HOT, Yankees Found Their Star SS + A New Team Atop the MLB Power Rankings

    The Detroit Tigers are officially making some noise in the American League — and this might be more than just a hot streak. We break down Detroit’s surge, Troy Melton’s incredible season, Jackson Jobe’s return and why this Tigers rotation could be a serious problem down the stretch. Plus, the Yankees may have found a game changer in George Lombard Jr. Is the rookie already becoming a star in New York? We also unveil this week’s MLB Power Rankings, talk about the Dodgers’ recent struggles, the Brewers taking over the No. 1 spot, and look ahead to MLB at the Field of Dreams. ⚾ On today’s show:• Are the Tigers FOR REAL?• Troy Melton’s ridiculous season• Jackson Jobe is throwing 100 again• George Lombard Jr. looks like a STAR• The latest MLB Power Rankings• What’s happening with the Dodgers?• Field of Dreams week is here Drop your take below: Are the Tigers a legitimate playoff team — and how good can George Lombard Jr. be? Timestamps: 0:00 Intro 0:40 Tigers are HOT 6:08 Yankees Found Their Star SS 10:35 New MLB Power Rankings 24:16 MLB at Field of Dreams 26:51 Outro #MLB #DetroitTigers #Yankees #Baseball Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Tigers are HOT, Yankees Found Their Star SS + A New Team Atop the MLB Power Rankings

  6. 8 ago

    PCA or Shohei Ohtani? John Smoltz Settles the NL MVP Debate + MLB Trade Deadline Winners and Losers

    The NL MVP race is officially on. This week, John Smoltz joins the show to break down the biggest debate in baseball: Shohei Ohtani or Pete Crow-Armstrong for National League MVP? Is elite defense more valuable than elite pitching? Who has the stronger overall case? We also discuss: ⚾ John Smoltz's biggest winners from the MLB Trade Deadline ⚾ The Dodgers' pursuit of Tarik Skubal ⚾ The Braves' quiet deadline ⚾ Ohtani's incredible week at the plate and on the mound Who gets your NL MVP vote right now? Let us know in the comments! #Dodgers #ShoheiOhtani #PeteCrowArmstrong #Cubs #MLB #MLBTradeDeadline #JohnSmoltz #mvp Timestamps: 0:00 Intro 0:53 John Smoltz Joins 1:13 Who is the NL MVP? 4:30 Tarik Skubal Traded to Dodgers 8:36 Braves Underwhelming Deadline 10:50 Jacob DeGrom Declines Trade 15:12 Deadline Winners and Losers 20:22 Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    PCA or Shohei Ohtani? John Smoltz Settles the NL MVP Debate + MLB Trade Deadline Winners and Losers

  7. 6 ago

    Shohei Ohtani vs. Pete Crow-Armstrong: Who Deserves NL MVP? | This Week in Shohei Ohtani News

    The NL MVP race is officially here. For months, Shohei Ohtani looked like the runaway favorite. Now, Pete Crow-Armstrong has forced his way into the conversation, and after an incredible head-to-head showdown, it's time to ask the question... Who deserves the National League MVP? In this week's This Week in Shohei Ohtani News, we break down: ⚾ Shohei Ohtani vs. Pete Crow-Armstrong for NL MVP 🔥 Their incredible "MVP duel" against each other 📈 Shohei's monster week at the plate 🎯 Why Ohtani's pitching changes the entire MVP debate 🏆 The latest Shohei Ohtani news and stats Who gets your MVP vote right now? 👇 Let me know in the comments! #MLB #ShoheiOhtani #Dodgers #Cubs #PeteCrowArmstrong #NLMVP #baseball Timestamps: 0:00 Shohei vs PCA for MVP 8:32 Dueling MVPs in Chicago 12:20 Shohei's Hot Offense 14:21 Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Shohei Ohtani vs. Pete Crow-Armstrong: Who Deserves NL MVP? | This Week in Shohei Ohtani News

  8. 4 ago

    MLB Trade Deadline Winners & Losers + Why "Prospects Are Suspects"

    The MLB Trade Deadline is over, and it's time to separate the contenders from the pretenders. This week, I explain why "prospects are suspects" is more than just a saying, look back at some of the biggest blockbuster trades in MLB history, and rank my biggest winners and losers from this year's deadline. Plus, thoughts on the Cubs, Dodgers, Padres, Yankees, Braves, Brewers, Tigers, Orioles, Astros and more, before wrapping up with this week's MLB Power Rankings. Let me know your biggest trade deadline winner and loser in the comments! Timestamps: 0:00 Trade Deadline Chaos 2:10 Top 5 Trade Deadline Winners 8:48 Top 5 Trade Deadline Losers 24:26 Orioles Embarrassing Deadline 26:45 Tigers Disappoint Again 31:43 Astros Weird Deadline Deal 34:40 MLB Power Rankings 47:08 Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    MLB Trade Deadline Winners & Losers + Why "Prospects Are Suspects"
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Flippin' Bats is a fun baseball podcast bringing you everything you want from around the league! You'll hear from Hall of Famer John Smoltz every week, you'll hear from the game's best players, and you'll be up to date on everything around the league! Baseball. Is. Fun. And so is Flippin' Bats!

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