Three Inning Fan - The Podcast with Kelley Franco

Kelley Franco
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Three Inning Fan - The Podcast with Kelley Franco

Baseball that informs and entertains.

  1. 4 DAYS AGO

    Winter Meetings, Mets Snag Soto, Yankees’ Aggressive Pivot

    In this episode of Three Inning Fan – The Podcast with Kelley Franco, we are all about the breaking offseason news. First we get Kelley’s lowdown on the Winter Meetings in Dallas last week, which she attended. Then we talk about how the Mets snagged Soto, and whether the record-setting contract redeems Scott Boras from his lackluster offseason last winter. We’ll discuss whether the Mets are done. Hint – they’re not. We’ll get into what pitcher they need to add, and whether Pete Alonso is still on their radar. Then we hop to the Yankees’ aggressive pivot after they lost Soto, yesterday’s deal for Cody Bellinger, how the Fried signing affects their infield plans, and what moves they may still make. And we take a look at MLB’s report on arm injuries in baseball, and how it could shape pitchers for generations to come. And of course…we talk about what’s good to eat while you’re watching the ballgame – or attending the Winter Meetings in Dallas, and it turns out that have some Hall of Fame food there. *Music by Podington Bear

    27 min

  2. DEC 3

    Winter Meetings, Golden At-Bats, MLB’S Streaming Package, Hot Stove Update

    In this episode of Three Inning Fan – The Podcast with Kelley Franco, we are on with all of the developments of the offseason to date. Commissioner Manfred talked about a rule proposal called The Golden At-Bat that makes Kelley delirious with anger. But Manfred is also putting together a national streaming package that could be useful for fans tired of cable bills and blackouts – for sometime around 2028. Kelley does a quick update on the New York Hot Stove for the Mets and the Yankees. And Kelley is traveling to the Winter Meetings in Dallas and will keep you apprised every step of the way. And of course…we talk about what’s good to eat while you’re watching the ballgame – or reading Kelley’s tweets from the Winter Meetings. *Music by Podington Bear

    22 min

  3. NOV 18

    Hot Stove Waits for Soto; The Rule 5 Draft

    In this episode of Three Inning Fan – The Podcast with Kelley Franco, we discuss how the Hot Stove has really been a lukewarm burner waiting for Juan Soto to sign. Always with our focus on the New York teams, we examine all of the free agents who are in the on-deck circle and will emerge once the Soto suitors know where they are putting their money. We take a closer look at the pitching free agents and potential trade targets that loom, and how they might fit into the Mets or the Yankees. I also explain the Rule 5 draft, and how it’s not really a draft – more of a sneaky way to steal young players. And of course, we close with what’s good to eat while watching a ballgame. This week we talk about nothing less than a gorgeous ribeye steak, and how best to prepare it – with pictures! *Music by Podington Bear

    28 min

  4. NOV 6

    Mets and Yankees Hot Stove Preview

    In this episode of Three Inning Fan – the Podcast with Kelley Franco, we dive right into the Yankees’ and Mets’ Hot Stove Season, talking about the Juan Soto Sweepstakes, Pete Alonsoand what the Mets could do if they don’t re-sign him, the state of the Mets’ starting rotation, Gerrit Cole and the first Scott Boras miss of the offseason, how the Yankees need to build a stronger secondary, and how both teams need to build up their bullpens for next season. This show is a road map for all of the free agent signings, trades, and chess moves of the winter.  And of course…what’s good to eat while watching the ballgame. *Music by Podington Bear

    30 min

  5. OCT 14

    LCS Preview – Mets/Dodgers and Yankees/Guardians

    In this episode of Three Inning Fan – The Podcast with Kelley Franco, we do a full League Championship Series preview. With the Mets versus the Dodgers, we look at whether the Mets’ magic can continue. Can the postseason legacies of Alonso and Lindor help them advance, and can aces Manaea and Severino get them back on track after a Game 1 loss? We explore the Dodgers’ starting pitching woes but the recent resurgence of their bullpen. The wild card could very well be whether the unpredictable Mets’ bullpen can be at its best. With the Yankees and the Guardians, Judge needs to be Judge to move this team past the LCS, Stanton needs to stay hot and Soto needs to go from warm to hot. The Guardians bullpen is the "Clase” of the league, but will it be enough to stave off the Yankees? All this plus the secret to good chili, which should be on your stove for October baseball. *Music by Podington Bear

    22 min

  6. SEP 30

    Wild Card Series Preview; Yankees Issues Pending ALDS; Managerial Hot Seats

    In this episode of Three Inning Fan The Podcast with Kelley Franco, we do a full Wild Card Series Preview with the best story lines to follow this week – including whether the Orioles offense can resurge; will the Royals prevail and face the Yankees this weekend in the ALDS; AJ Hinch, manager of the Tigers faces his old team, the Astros, who have a great set of starters for a short series; the Padres pitching will also be tough to beat; and the Brewers translate strong fundamentals into a playoff run. Aside from the Wild Card, we discuss who’s on first for the Yankees and what Judge needs to do this offseason, and what MLB managers are on the hot seat. You don’t want to miss this quick and efficient guide to the first round of the MLB Postseason! *Music by Podington Bear

    23 min

  7. SEP 18

    Down to the Wire: Yankees, Mets Eye Playoffs, Brackets Still in Flux

    Today in Three Inning Fan The Podcast with Kelley Franco, we discuss The Yankees eyeing the AL East Title, the four-fingered drama with the Red Sox last weekend, how the Yankees closer situation has evolved for the better, and which of their starters will go to the pen. For the Mets, we talk about their aggressive play putting them into the heart of the Wild Card race, tied with the DBacks and ahead of the Braves; Lindor’s absence means someone needs to step up, and the very real possibility of a Kodai Senga return this season. Also why the Phillies will keep playing hard even after they clinch, which teams get to face the WhiteSox down the stretch, can the Padres catch the Dodgers, and the AL Wild Card is a baseball team stew. And of course…what to eat while watching the ballgame. *Music by Podington Bear

    26 min

  8. SEP 10

    Mets Firm Up Wild Card Spot; Yankees Land The Martian; Judge Needs a Ring; West Coast Chatter

    In this episode of Three Inning Fan The Podcast with Kelley Franco, we discuss the Mets’ efforts to cement their Wild Card spot, how their pitching, defense, and Lindor have clicked, but Alonso and Nimmo still need to produce; the Yankees promoting Jasson Dominguez and what it means for their lineup; how Aaron Judge needs to bring home a ring to be a Yankee legend; John Sterling returns; and which Yankee starter will move to the bullpen; we take a tour of West Coast baseball, talking the Dodgers’ starting pitching woes; Chapman signs an extension with the Giants; and the Athletics’ temporary Sacramento home is not ready for prime time; we finish up with a tribute to Roberto Clemente; and, of course…what’s good to eat while watching the ballgame. *Music by Podington Bear

    22 min
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