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Can the Tigers Survive the Absence of Tarik Skubal?
Eno, Britt, and DVR break down a Tarik Skubal-less Detroit Tigers and ask whether the team can stay afloat until the reigning AL Cy Young winner gets back. Then, the trio turns to the LA Angels — what's gone wrong for the organization, and is trading Mike Trout actually on the table? Later, Eno and DVR sit down with The Athletic's Phillies writer Matt Gelb to talk through a potential homecoming for the Philly native Trout. Rundown: 0:00 Intro 3:55 Tarik Skubal to Have Elbow Surgery 7:55 Can the Tigers Stay Afloat? 13:54 Is the Bullpen Good Enough? 18:08 More of the Same in Anaheim 22:35 The Core Isn’t Bad!: Can It Improve Enough to Contend Though? 29:40 Is Trading Mike Trout on the Table? 37:06 Matt Gelb Joins the Show 37:24 Mike Trout to the Phillies? 39:47 The Phillies' Need for a Right-Handed Bat 45:00 The Phillies' Bullpen: Where Have the Strikeouts Gone? 46:56 Jesús Luzardo's Inconsistency 49:08 Adjustment for Aaron Nola? 53:12 Is Anything New in the Mattingly Era? Follow DVR on Bluesky: @DVR.bsky.social Follow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.social Follow Britt on Bluesky: @brittghiroli.bsky.social e-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.com Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFe Subscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno Sarris With: Britt Ghiroli Editor: Jason Potere Thumbnail Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images
WBC Champions Crowned + NL West Preview | Dodgers vs Padres vs Giants
The World Baseball Classic just delivered one of the biggest moments in baseball history. This week on Dingers and Stingers, we break down the aftermath of the WBC and shift into a full NL West division preview heading into the MLB season. We cover: Venezuela’s historic World Baseball Classic win and what it means for global baseball How they defeated Team USA in a dramatic 3 to 2 final to win their first title Why this tournament felt bigger than ever for international baseball Key storylines and standout performances from the WBC Then we dive into the NL West: Los Angeles Dodgers expectations and roster strengths San Diego Padres staying competitive despite inconsistencies San Francisco Giants searching for a new direction Arizona Diamondbacks long term outlook and roster development Colorado Rockies expectations and rebuild timeline Injury concerns and rotation depth across the division Full NL West standings predictions Is the Dodgers’ division to lose? Can the Padres actually challenge them? Which team surprises in the NL West this year? Drop your predictions in the comments and let’s debate the division. Chapters 00:00 World Baseball Classic Overview 07:25 The Impact of National Pride in Baseball 16:40 NL West Division Preview 28:11 Injury Concerns and Rotation Depth 34:15 Padres Offseason Moves and Core Consistency 43:57 Giants' Struggles and New Direction 52:59 Diamondbacks' Offseason and Future Prospects 01:00:05 Rockies' Low Expectations and Future Outlook 01:07:01 Predictions for the NL West Standings Subscribe for weekly MLB coverage including division previews, offseason breakdowns, and predictions all season long.
Does Kevin Durant get an A or B- Grade for the Season? Houston Rockets Grade Debate
How do you grade Kevin Durant this season with the Houston Rockets? In this episode, the crew debates one of the biggest questions surrounding the Rockets this year — and the answers are all over the place. From B-minus to A-level performances, this conversation breaks down Kevin Durant’s impact, expectations, and the one area that continues to spark debate: 👉 Did he do enough to close games in the fourth quarter? While some argue KD was everything the Rockets needed — especially with injuries and inconsistent performances around him — others believe he didn’t take over late in games the way a superstar should. That’s where things get heated. We dive into: Kevin Durant’s overall performance this season Fourth quarter struggles and missed opportunities How injuries (including Fred VanVleet) impacted his role Whether KD had to carry too much of the load The difference between “playing great” and “finishing games” The biggest question: Was Kevin Durant elite this season… or just not clutch enough when it mattered most? 🔥 This is a debate Rockets fans won’t all agree on. #KevinDurant #HoustonRockets #NBA #NBATalk #Rockets
NHL Wraparound Quick Takes - Spring Cleaning - Winnipeg Jets
From Presidents' Trophy to missing the playoffs. That was the story of the 2025-26 Winnipeg Jets. The season started well enough but lack of support for the top line and inconsistent play put the Jets in a position where they chased the pack during the second half and eventually ran out of runway to qualify for the post-season. Vic and Neil look back at what their expectations were back last August, provide the data that spelled doom and fast forward to what lies ahead as GM Kevin Cheveldayoff prepares for 2026-27. X: https://twitter.com/NHLWraparound Neil Smith: https://twitter.com/NYCNeil Vic Morren: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vic-morren-7038737/ NHL Wraparound Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nhlwraparound/ #NHLWraparound #NHLWraparound.com #ShortShifts #NYCentric #CelebritySeries #HallofFameEdition #StanleyCupdate #SummerCoolers #Smith'sPix #NeilSmith #VicMorren #PatrickHoffman #NHL #SummerCoolers #WinnipegJets #NewYorkRangers #ColoradoAvalanche #DallasStars #NikolajEhlers #CarolinaHurricanes #MasonAppleton #DetroitRedWings #JonathanToews #MarkScheifele #KyleConnor #GabeVilardi #ChicagoBlackhawks #ConnorHellebuyck #KevinCheveldayoff #ColePerfetti #VladislavNamestnikov #NinoNiederreiter #AdamLowry #AlexIafallo #GustavNyquist #LukeSchenn #PannerPearson #ColinMiller #JacobBryson #EricComrie #IsakRosen #LoganStanley #JoshMorrissey #NealPionk
🚨 EXPLOSIVE: Ole Miss Home Run Dependence EXPOSED as Georgia Steals Series Win in SEC Race
SEC baseball’s postseason race heats up as Alabama, Arkansas, Ole Miss, and Tennessee battle inconsistencies and high-stakes drama. Can Alabama’s Jekyll-and-Hyde squad, led by top prospect Justin Lebron, find stability and secure a regional berth? Meanwhile, Arkansas shakes off a shaky home record, Ole Miss clings to postseason hope after home run-heavy weekends, and Tennessee’s offense surges with stars like Tegan Coons and Blaine Brown just in time for crucial matchups. Jimmy Stein and the panel break down pivotal SEC series, highlight surprising stat trends for reigning College World Series champions, and debate if transfer portal challenges are derailing dynasties like LSU and Mississippi State. Insights cover the unpredictable middle of the SEC standings, coaching strategies ahead of regional selection, and marquee rivalries—including why SEC “two seeds” could be the postseason’s worst nightmare. Can your team make the leap before Hoover arrives? SEC Baseball, SEC Baseball 2024, College Baseball, SEC Tournament, SEC Regionals, Omaha, College World Series, Alabama Baseball, Arkansas Baseball, Ole Miss Baseball, Tennessee Baseball, Vanderbilt Baseball, Kentucky Baseball, Georgia Baseball, Mississippi State Baseball, Auburn Baseball, Texas Baseball, Oklahoma Baseball, LSU Baseball, Justin LeBron, SEC Baseball Highlights, SEC Baseball News, SEC Baseball Standings Episode Timestamps 00:00 Approaching baseball postseason 03:24 Alabama's inconsistent performance 08:31 Arkansas vs. Ole Miss game preview 11:53 Tennessee's crucial series with Kentucky 13:17 FanDuel playoff betting offer 17:13 Arkansas's strong baseball team last year 22:41 Arkansas baseball team setbacks 23:48 Tennessee's post-game reflection JOIN THE EVERYDAYERS CLUB https://lockedonolemiss.supercast.com/ Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get one-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started — Play Your Game. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOOleMiss?sid=YouTube Locked On College Conferences, HBCU, Basketball & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnCollege #OleMiss #OleMissFootball #CollegeFootball
I Predicted The Sweep | Avalanche vs Kings Series Review!
The Colorado Avalanche sweep the Los Angeles Kings in the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Not overly surprising given how strong the Avs have been all season and how inconsistent the Kings have been. We break down the full series in this video! #coloradoavalanche #lakings #stanleycupplayoffs #round1
SDSU Baseball No-Hitter Then Swept by New Mexico – Talent There But Consistency Killing Aztecs?
San Diego State baseball delivered one of its most impressive performances — a combined no-hitter by five pitchers (Jake Frohn, Carson Johnson, Issac Araiza, Bryce McKnight & Aidan Russell) in a 1-0 shutout of UC Riverside. But just days later, reality hit hard. The Aztecs got swept by New Mexico, giving up big inning after big inning in losses of 5-3 (walk-off), 11-3, and 12-8. Elite pitching flashes and resilient offense from Tice Peterson and Max Farrell are there, but defensive miscues and inconsistency against conference foes keep costing them. On the softball side, the story is similar: explosive firepower from Haleah Pollard, Quinn Wyke & Olivia Gigante (multi-homer games), but late-inning pitching collapses and close losses (vs Utah State and swept by Nevada) are holding them back. Braden Surprenant from the Braden Surprenant Show on 97.3 The Fan breaks down the roller coaster week for SDSU baseball and softball — talent is clearly present, but execution and consistency are the missing pieces if they want Mountain West titles or NCAA bids. Which Aztecs team is closer to a real turnaround — baseball or softball? And what needs to change most: pitching depth, closing games, or defense? SDSU fans, sound off below: → How frustrated are you with the big innings and late collapses? → Who’s your X-factor right now — the pitchers from the no-hitter, Tice Peterson, or the softball power hitters? → Baseball or softball — which has the higher ceiling this season? → Bold prediction: Can either team make a run at the conference title? Drop your honest take, tell us your biggest frustration, and let’s discuss the state of Aztecs baseball & softball! #sdsubaseball #aztecs #mountainwest Braden Surprenant Show | 97.3 The Fan Be sure to subscribe to the show! youtube.com/@b_surp Follow the show on social! https://x.com/b_surp https://x.com/b_surpshow https://x.com/fmarkz324 https://x.com/973TheFanSD https://www.instagram.com/b_surp https://www.tiktok.com/@b_surp
Capitals Eliminated: Ovechkin’s Future, Missed Chances & What’s Next for Washington
The Washington Capitals are officially out of playoff contention after the Philadelphia Flyers clinched the final Eastern Conference spot. In this episode of Locked On Capitals, we go deeper—breaking down why a statistically strong team still missed, how inconsistency defined the season, and what this means for Alex Ovechkin as his future hangs in the balance. Plus, a long look at the finale vs the Columbus Blue Jackets and what comes next.