Is This A Great Game, Or What?

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Hall of Fame Baseball Writer Tim Kurkjian is joined by his son, Jeff, as they chat all things baseball. Each week you will hear from one of the sport's most storied experts on the history of the game and how it pertains to today. Plus, every week they will be joined by a guest. Without a question, there will be plenty of father-son prodding throughout the show!

  1. 2d ago

    Why Is Nobody Talking About Yordan Alvarez?

    Only a couple of days left in the baseball season, and we can’t contain ourselves! The National League Wild Card race is electric. The American League West is insane. The AL Central is absurd. It just doesn’t stop when it comes to the excitement this time of year brings. I have a feeling we might even get a Tim Kurkjian voice crack in this episode! Big milestones for Eugenio Suárez and Christian Walker, while Yordan Álvarez is SO close to something very special this season, despite his team flirting with a losing record. The Rays are not to be forgotten, but to Tim, the National League is unstoppable. The Quirkjians talk Mason Miller’s dominance and the bruises Randy Arozarena has picked up throughout the season. Plus, would it really be an episode if we didn’t talk about the strikeouts happening all over baseball? On This Date in Baseball History, we talk Rafael Palmeiro, the Nen father-son duo, and Hank Aaron and his brother. Lots of family in this episode, and we love that! Then, we introduce an amazing finish to Tim’s Alphabest! Tell us who you think is the best by following us on social media @GreatGameOrWhat and answering the poll. Thank you so much for watching and listening, and as always, thanks for being a part of our family! Use our code for 10% off your next order of MLB tickets on SeatGeek*: seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TERRITORY10 Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discount Don’t sleep on @ultrapouches. New customers get 15% Off with code BASEBALL at takeultra.com! #UltraPouches #ad See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Why Is Nobody Talking About Yordan Alvarez?

  2. 4d ago

    Pat Sajak Took Cal Ripken Jr. To A Hockey Game

    Pat Sajak is our esteemed guest! We talked a lot of baseball, including his growing up in Chicago, becoming an Orioles and Dodgers fan and even his love for a Florida team! He loves the game and it shows. We also talked Savannah Bananas, due to a personal connection and his love of the game. Cal Ripken Jr. is an important name in today's interview, they have a very close relationship. And those two to more than just baseball! First pitches and bobbleheads, Wheel of Kurkjian probably owes some royalties. Tim and Jeff brought up Tim's All Show Host Team to get Sajak's yay or nay on it! Plus we hear the impact his years on television did for the fans. Thank you so much for listening as always, and thank you for being a part of our family! Use our code for 10% off your next order of MLB tickets on SeatGeek*: seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TERRITORY10 Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discount Don’t sleep on @ultrapouches. New customers get 15% Off with code BASEBALL at takeultra.com! #UltraPouches #ad See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Pat Sajak Took Cal Ripken Jr. To A Hockey Game

  3. 5d ago

    2027 Doesn't Look Good For Baseball

    With one week left in the regular season, Tim Kurkjian thinks the Padres are a team a lot of people aren’t talking about enough. José Ramírez adds another chapter to the conversation about whether he is the greatest Cleveland baseball player ever. What do you say? And after seeing them again in person, Tim is convinced the Rays’ style of play is something to smile about. Ben Rice has 39 homers, just like a friend of the show who was pretty close with his prediction. Payton Tolle might be our favorite player ever. He is simply a quote machine. And Tim breaks down the latest on the labor negotiations, and they are NOT going well. Bregman, Glasnow and the Phillies all play a role in today’s Quirkjians. On This Date in Baseball History is STACKED, featuring both Fielders, Walter Johnson (who would’ve guessed?) and a National Anthem singer you might not have heard of yet. Then, on the Wheel of Kurkjian, we hear about Tito Francona and the minor leagues, with plenty of great stories from both. And last but certainly not least, Tim gives us his Team Tim of All Show Hosts in honor of our guest tomorrow, Pat Sajak. Thank you so much for listening, watching, supporting and caring. And as always, thank you for being a part of our family! Use our code for 10% off your next order of MLB tickets on SeatGeek*: seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TERRITORY10 Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discount Don’t sleep on @ultrapouches. New customers get 15% Off with code BASEBALL at takeultra.com! #UltraPouches #ad See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    2027 Doesn't Look Good For Baseball

  4. Sep 17

    Tim Kurkjian's Raw Reaction To Pete Alonso's 300th HR

    The Yankees, Dodgers, Brewers, and White Sox all have big takeaways this week on "Is This A Great Game, Or What?" Tim Kurkjian breaks it all down, along with just how incredible Junior Caminero has been over the last week. Plus, Tim's raw reaction to Pete Alonso's 300th homer AT Citi Field. Payton Tolle might be Jeff's new favorite player, and it has a lot to do with his postgame press conferences AND the way he plays the game. PCA obviously makes an appearance in the Quirkjians because when is he not? Murakami strikes out a lot, but it hasn't stopped him or the White Sox from leading the AL Central. DOUBLE (maybe triple) the Team Tim today, starting with On This Date in Baseball History. Tim Kurkjian puts together a team consisting of big happenings on this date, and we didn't realize just how big it was. This is a star-studded lineup. The Alphabest consists of our final installment, Z! During Three Cards In The Bathroom, we talk current and former players, fathers and sons, grandparents and grandchildren. A fascinating correlation with this one. We wrap with a double Team Tim. Yes, you read that right. Even Jeff gets in on the action, making good on a promise of a team consisting of Roberto Clemente Award winners! Thanks for listening or watching, and as always, thanks for being a part of our family! Use our code for 10% off your next order of MLB tickets on SeatGeek*: seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TERRITORY10 Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discount To explore coverage, visit aspcapetinsurance.com/FOUL. The ASPCA® is not an insurer and is not engaged in the business of insurance. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Tim Kurkjian's Raw Reaction To Pete Alonso's 300th HR

  5. Sep 15

    Todd Frazier Matched Up Against J.R. Smith In High School

    Todd Frazier continues to be one of our favorite guests to have on each and every year. Now three years running for this guy! He's hilarious. He's insightful. He's pretty much a member of the Kurkjian family at this point. Todd, the former Major Leaguer turned talented and hilarious broadcaster, never ceases to amaze us with his stories. Obviously, we start with his referee and umpire calls because, why not?? It's one of Tim Kurkjian's favorite things in the entire world. And of course, we have to pick on Tim a little bit. We share pins from Little League World Series visits of the past and have a whole lot of fun along the way. We also take a moment to hear more about Todd's experience surrounding September 11th, being just 50 miles from NYC. What did that look like for him in high school? The man has many levels, ain't no doubt about it. We hear about his matchup with J.R. Smith on the basketball court in high school. Something that, in the first half, seemed like an even match. It all went downhill from there! Thank you to Todd for his time, and of course, thanks to YOU for listening, watching, and being a part of the family! Use our code for 10% off your next order of MLB tickets on SeatGeek*: seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TERRITORY10 Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discount Get 20% off your first order of $125 or more at MackWeldon.com with promo code FOUL See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Todd Frazier Matched Up Against J.R. Smith In High School

  6. Sep 14

    How Bud Selig Reacted To One Baseball's Darkest Days

    The Brewers clinched with a MASSIVE shutout win, and the Rays clinched too thanks to a walk-off (which is always fun). Anthony Volpe may have found his footing, and Lindor is fast approaching Piazza in that Mets jersey. As for Quirkjians, the Reds gotta figure this pitching thing out after three games of getting trounced. More immaculate inning action, this time for the Diamondbacks. Plus Stetson gets quite the love on our show thanks to two of their high-strikeout pitching alumni. On This Date, we bet we’ve never had THIS many big things happen. We roll out Cal Jr., both Griffeys, Bob Brenly and plenty of others. Plus, a Stan Williams fact that you didn’t know. He’s basically the Arya Stark of baseball (for our Game of Thrones fans out there). The Wheel of Kurkjian brings up old ballparks, among many other things, but most important is this week’s Team Tim. On Tuesday, Major League Baseball will celebrate one of its greats, Roberto Clemente. Tim created a team that involves the best players to share a number with Clemente in a Team Tim that actually involves our next guest! Thanks so much for listening! Take a quick minute to like, subscribe, rate and review wherever you listen or watch. Your support in this way helps us grow the show massively! Thanks for listening, and as always, thanks for being a part of our family! To get your new wireless plan for just 15 bucks a month, go to MintMobile.com/Territory. That’s it there’s no catch. To explore coverage, visit aspcapetinsurance.com/FOUL. The ASPCA® is not an insurer and is not engaged in the business of insurance. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    How Bud Selig Reacted To One Baseball's Darkest Days

  7. Sep 10

    How Baseball Helped Heal America After 9/11

    On the eve of the 25th anniversary of 9/11, we reflect on how baseball helped this country heal. Tim Kurkjian has some incredible stories and perspective on what the game meant to a very scared America in September of 2001. The Yankees have done something for 34 straight years, meaning Jeff has never known any differently as a 33-year-old. That streak has only been topped by THE YANKEES, of course. Plus, Kyle Schwarber loves saving the day in a 1-0 win. And then there's Nate Lavender, who is the inspiration behind our Team Tim this week. On This Date in Baseball History, we hear about the Alou brothers and their improbable inning. Lou Brock gets a SECOND mention on the show. And you know Tim has the best stories, including one that may be as hot as lightning. (You will get it when you hear it.) Alphabest brings us to the best last-name players beginning with "Y" in Major League Baseball history. Would we say these are obvious? Maybe! But nonetheless, they could stack up as one of the best combos we've seen all season on Alphabest! Three Cards brings us some fascinating stories, including one about Mickey Mantle. Plus, the Tim Hudson games that Tim Kurkjian has attended have a chance of going a LONG time, that's for sure. We wrap up with the aforementioned Team Tim for another great episode. Please take the time to share the show, subscribe or follow wherever you like to laugh with us, then hit that share button and send it to a friend or family member who might love it! Thanks so much for listening and watching, and as always, thanks for being a part of our family! Use our code for 10% off your next order of MLB tickets on SeatGeek*: seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TERRITORY10 Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discount Go to Quince.com/foul for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    How Baseball Helped Heal America After 9/11

  8. Sep 8

    Adley Does It For BOTH Teams

    A big Labor Day Weekend celebration for everyone, including the Kurkjian family! A Team Tim of the All-Labor variety will most likely make you stretch, laugh, and smile just a bit. PCA continues to lead our Takeaways, mostly because his year has been absolutely insane. In the 155-year history of the Cubs, he is the FIRST player to do WHAT? Seriously… he’s insane. Plus, Chris Sale and Paul Skenes are pitching out of their minds right now, but where does it rank historically? Tim Kurkjian makes a great point about the length of starts and how the game has changed. Adley Rutschman has done something no other player has ever done in a single season — and it may NEVER happen again. Kyle Schwarber strikes out a lot, yes, but where does this season rank among the most strikeout-heavy seasons in baseball history? On This Date, we talk Campy, Babe, and Gerrit Cole. What an interesting combination! You never know what you’re going to get On This Date. And the same goes for The Wheel of Kurkjian, featuring a very special guest wheel spinner: Jeff’s daughter, McKinley! Thank you so much for listening, and as always, thank you for being a part of our family! Use our code for 10% off your next order of MLB tickets on SeatGeek*: seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TERRITORY10 Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discount Shop now at Fabletics.com/Foul and get 70 to 80% off everything when you sign up as a new VIP See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Hall of Fame Baseball Writer Tim Kurkjian is joined by his son, Jeff, as they chat all things baseball. Each week you will hear from one of the sport's most storied experts on the history of the game and how it pertains to today. Plus, every week they will be joined by a guest. Without a question, there will be plenty of father-son prodding throughout the show!

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