Off Base Podcast

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The Off Base Podcast, with Lauren Gardner and Xavier Scruggs, features unique perspectives on the hottest topics in baseball. The show recaps all that happened in baseball that week, explores the buzz across social media, from baseball culture to player fashion, and more.

  1. 09/28/2025

    Comedian Dustin Nickerson

    Comedian Dustin Nickerson joins the show to discuss his beloved Mariners’ dream 2025 season and Cal Raleigh’s MVP case.

    24 min

  2. 09/21/2025

    Clayton Kershaw announces retirement

    With Dodgers icon Clayton Kershaw set to retire after this season, LG & X discuss the best players to play for just one team and break down Vlad Jr.’s power at the plate.

    25 min

  3. 09/14/2025

    Chatting with Hall of Famer Craig Biggio

    X and Ro Flo are joined by Astros icon Craig Biggio! The duo also discusses the legacy of Roberto Clemente, which veterans are turning back the clock this season and more.

    23 min

  4. 09/07/2025

    September Storylines, examining Brice Turang’s 2025 campaign

    We’re in the final stretch of the regular season! X and Ro Flo look at some intriguing storylines as we approach the Postseason, including Brewers star Brice Turang’s breakout season.

    23 min

  5. 08/31/2025

    Kyle Schwarber’s historic night!

    Adnan Virk and Xavier Scruggs break down Phillies slugger Kyle Schwarber’s 4-homer night, the 2026 regular season schedule release and more.

    24 min

  6. 08/24/2025

    Samuel Basallo debuts, Jason Marquis talks Little League World Series

    Xavier and Ro Flo discuss Basallo’s debut + extension and chat with Jason Marquis about pitching in the 1991 Little League World Series

    23 min

  7. 08/17/2025

    Is Pete Alonso the most prolific Mets slugger of all time?

    Xavier and Ro Flo discuss Pete Alonso’s place among the Mets’ all-time greats, the upcoming Little League Classic and more!

    23 min

  8. 08/10/2025

    Generation Next

    Robert Flores and Xavier Scruggs debate which young star will sign on the dotted line next and chat with Rudy Valdez, director of “Big Dreams: Little League World Series 2024.”

    24 min
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The Off Base Podcast, with Lauren Gardner and Xavier Scruggs, features unique perspectives on the hottest topics in baseball. The show recaps all that happened in baseball that week, explores the buzz across social media, from baseball culture to player fashion, and more.

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  • Creator
    MLB.com
  • Years Active
    2K
  • Episodes
    29
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2025 MLB Advanced Media
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