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Can Matt Olson STEAL the NL MVP from Ohtani?!
The MLB season keeps delivering surprises, and this week on *Dugout Debrief with Chris Deluca*, we break down the biggest stories shaking up baseball right now. Chris ranks the TOP 5 pitching rotations in Major League Baseball as teams continue battling inconsistency across the league. Which staffs still look dominant? Which preseason favorites are falling apart? From elite aces to complete rotations carrying contenders, we dive deep into the arms defining the 2026 MLB season. We also discuss the massive news surrounding Detroit Tigers ace Tarik Skubal after the back-to-back AL Cy Young winner undergoes elbow surgery that will sideline him for significant time. What does this mean for Detroit’s playoff hopes and Skubal’s future moving forward? Plus, Matt Olson is off to a scorching start this season. Can the Braves slugger seriously challenge Shohei Ohtani in the NL MVP race? Chris breaks down Olson’s dominant numbers, Atlanta’s outlook, and whether Ohtani’s reign as baseball’s biggest star could finally face legitimate competition. We also take time to remember legendary Yankees broadcaster John Sterling and reflect on the unforgettable calls and moments that made him one of the most iconic voices in baseball history. ⚾ Top 5 MLB Rotations ⚾ Tarik Skubal Injury Fallout ⚾ Matt Olson MVP Discussion ⚾ Ohtani vs Olson Debate ⚾ Remembering John Sterling ⚾ MLB News, Analysis & Reactions Subscribe to *Dugout Debrief with Chris Deluca* for weekly MLB coverage, breaking baseball news, rankings, debates, reactions, and analysis throughout the 2026 MLB season. #MLB #Baseball #TarikSkubal #MattOlson #ShoheiOhtani #AtlantaBraves #DetroitTigers #NewYorkYankees #JohnSterling #MLBPodcast #BaseballTalk #MLBNews #DugoutDebrief
🚨MAJOR Miami Heat Giannis Antetokounmpo Update!
Giannis Antetokounmpo trade rumors get a major update following the announcement that Taylor Jenkins will be the next Milwaukee Bucks head coach. Sign up for PrizePicks with code: HMA and get $50 in lineups instantly when you play your first $5+ lineup! https://link.prizepicks.com/LME0/CHAT. Jimmy Haslam, Bucks owner, said that a decision on Giannis’ future in Milwaukee will be decided before the 2026 NBA Draft. The Giannis timeline is beneficial to Miami as it is not smart to drag Heat Giannis rumors into July. Heat Report host Nic Rohloff examines the latest Miami Heat trade rumors on Giannis Antetokounmpo in this Heat YouTube video. Stay locked in with the Miami Heat with the Heat Report! Latest Miami Heat rumors: https://www.youtube.com/@heatreport?sub_confirmation=1 Miami will be one of many teams interested in a Giannis Antetokounmpo trade. Nic takes a look at the Giannis trade packages from the Boston Celtics, Golden State Warriors, Charlotte Hornets, Minnesota Timberwolves, and Houston Rockets. Missed our recent Miami Heat YouTube coverage? We got you covered: - AJ Dybantsa To Miami? You WON’T BELIEVE This Bleacher Report NBA Mock Draft! Heat Rumors: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bUunhgJUfD0 - Ayo Dosunmu Is The PERFECT Miami Heat Free Agent Target!: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MT8M3R37_0o - NEW Miami Heat Trade Target Emerging? Heat Trade Rumors On Jaylen Brown: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BGhM4sT-Hyk Can't get enough Miami Heat content? Well, follow host Nic Rohloff on social media for more around the Miami Heat: https://twitter.com/nic_rohloff Take a stroll over to our website for more Heat rumors & news! https://www.chatsports.com/miami-heat/ Bucks Owner Jimmy Haslam on Giannis Antetokounmpo: “If Giannis does play somewhere else. We got to get a lot of assets. That’s Josh Glessing’s job to do that. If he [Giannis] is here, then you build the team differently. I do want to stress, despite what is reported by some ESPN writers, our relationship with Giannis is very positive.” Never miss a new Heat Report video by having your notifications turned on! 🔔 Giannis on new Bucks head coach, Taylor Jenkins: “I think he’s an incredible person. I had the conversation with. Having a good person around that’s gonna be able to set the tone, that set the culture and what Milwaukee Bucks basketball is all about. He’s a really good coach.” Miami Heat 2025 Coaching Staff: Head Coach: Erik Spoelstra Associate Head Coach: Chris Quinn Assistant Coach: Malik Allen Assistant Coach: Caron Butler Assistant Coach: Octavio De La Grana Assistant Coach: Wayne Ellington Assistant Coach: Eric Glass Head Athletic Trainer: Wes Brown Shooting Coach/Player Development Coach: Rob Fodor Director of Basketball Administration: Scott Gurka Director of NBA Scouting/Advance Scouting: Chad Kammerer Analyst: Bob Chaikin Player Development Coach: Remy Ndiaye Head Video Coordinator: Mauricio Casamajor Video Room Interns: Maggie Maranz, Phillip Leibham Make this the largest Heat YouTube channel by sharing today's video! Share your thoughts on the Miami Heat below: - Do the Heat trade for Giannis? Type ‘Y’ for Yes or ‘N’ for No Want a NBA YouTube channel with everything for the NBA Draft, NBA Free Agency and the NBA Playoffs? Here ya go @chatsports - https://www.youtube.com/chatsportstv?sub_confirmation=1 Riding with the Heat no matter what? Drop a like on today's video! 👍 #MiamiHeat #NBA #GiannisAntetokounmpo #CSPP2026 #ad #CSB
PADRES POSTCAST: San Diego Padres Are BACK? 15 Runs in 2 Games + ELITE Pitching Beats Giants!
The San Diego Padres take the series in San Francisco with a HUGE 5-1 win over the Giants behind dominant pitching, a clutch Ty France two-run triple, and a MONSTER Xander Bogaerts home run down the left-field line! Matt Waldron was sensational tonight: 5 innings, 2 hits, 1 earned run, 7 strikeouts, and his FIRST WIN of the season. Then the bullpen slammed the door: Adrian Morejon struck out FOUR in two shutout innings, and Mason Miller closed it with pure gas. The turning point came in the 7th inning when Ty France ripped a two-run triple after the Padres manufactured offense during a tense 1-1 game. The Padres pitching staff retired 11 straight hitters and 14 of 15 during one stretch tonight while holding the Giants to just THREE hits. And after offensive struggles recently? The Padres have now scored 15 runs in their last two games. LET’S GO PADRES POSTCAST! #Padres #SanDiegoPadres #MLB #Padres #SanDiegoPadres #Pads #MLB 🎙️ Padres Postcast with Host Jim "Gries" Grieshaber and Special Gust Javi Reyes, Host of Locked On Padres. The Padres and Giants play game 2 of this 3-game series in San Francisco tomorrow night, with 1st pitch set for 6:45 PT. We will be here right after the game with your PADRES POSTCAST, hosted by Jim "Gries" Grieshaber. ----- Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/podcasts... Locked On MLB League-Wide: Every Team, Prospects & More 🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/leagues/... Follow on Twitter: / javiipeno Follow the show on Twitter: / lo_padres 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/everyday... Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! 5-Hour ENERGY The funfetti flavor is BACK on https://5hourEnergy.com or Amazon, crack open Confetti Craze 5-hour ENERGY®️ shot today! Rugiet Get 15% off your treatment → https://rugiet.com/lockedonnhl Rugiet. Performance medicine for men. 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 KALSHI For a limited time, download the Kalshi app and use code LOCKEDON to get ten dollars when you trade ten. Kalshi. Trade on anything. Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. 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) Ask
Baseballs Greatest Number- #15 Tim Hudson if not then who is and why? #athletics #braves #giants
Brought to you by: Dugout Mugs www.dugoutmugs.com and Pera Travelers Travel Agency @PeraTravelers @DugoutMugsOfficial @Athletics @braves @SFGiants @BravesCountry @bestathleticshighlights @YOMIURI_GIANTS The Sinkerball King: Why Tim Hudson is the Ultimate #15 Pitcher ⚾ Was Tim Hudson the most consistent pitcher of the 21st century? While other aces relied on pure velocity, Hudson used a devastating sinker and elite command to dismantle lineups for nearly two decades. Wearing the Number 15, he became a foundational piece of the Oakland Athletics "Moneyball" era, a mainstay for the Atlanta Braves, and finally, a World Series Champion with the San Francisco Giants. In this video, we break down the career of "Huddy," a man who finished his career with more wins than many Hall of Famers. From his dominant years in the East Bay to his veteran leadership in the Bay Area, we’re making the case for why Tim Hudson is the gold standard for the #15 jersey on the mound. Why Tim Hudson is a Tier-1 Legend: The Oakland "Big Three": We revisit his time with Mark Mulder and Barry Zito, where Hudson served as the staff ace, posting a .702 winning percentage with the A's. 222 Career Wins: A look at his place on the all-time wins list, ranking as one of the most successful right-handers of his generation. The 2014 World Series: We analyze his final act in San Francisco, where he provided the veteran stability needed to help the Giants secure their third title in five years. 4-Time All-Star: From the American League to the National League, Hudson remained an elite threat, earning All-Star nods with three different franchises. The Art of the Sinker: A deep dive into his pitching style and how he maintained a high ground-ball rate to navigate the steroid era with elite efficiency. Join the Baseball History Squad! We are on a mission to rank the greatest players for every iconic jersey number. From the ground-ball masters of the #15 to the power hitters of the #44, we bring you the deep-dives and stats that true fans crave. HIT THAT SUBSCRIBE BUTTON to join the fastest-growing baseball community on YouTube! SUBSCRIBE TO OUR CHANNEL HERE: @GetAwayGameSports Join the Discussion! Does Tim Hudson’s 222 wins make him a Hall of Famer? Which rotation was he most iconic in: Oakland or Atlanta? Who is your favorite #15: Tim Hudson, Thurman Munson, or Jim Edmonds? LETS GO!!! tim hudson, #15, oakland athletics, atlanta braves, san francisco giants, mlb history, baseball legends, moneyball, big three, 2014 world series, sinkerball pitcher, mlb highlights, baseball highlights, number 15, mlb stats, winningest pitchers, cooperstown #timhudson, #15, #oaklandas, #braves, #sfgiants, #mlbhistory, #baseballlegends, #worldseries, #mlbhighlights, #baseballhighlights, #number15, #moneyball, #baseballstats, #greatestofalltime
Urban Meyer STUNNED with Curt Cignetti's "Less Practice - More WINNING" Strategy!
Indiana Hoosiers football shocks the college landscape as Curt Cignetti’s “less practice, more winning” strategy leaves Urban Meyer stunned. Can efficient, shorter practices really drive a national championship run—and keep top assistant coaches loyal year after year? Recruiting successes, standout staff retention, and Cignetti’s innovative culture are putting Indiana in the national spotlight. Craig Shemon spotlights how Indiana thrives despite practicing just 6 hours a week, the loyalty of coordinators like Mike Shanahan and Bryant Haines, and why Meyer calls it “the most impressive turnaround in college football.” The show also covers major Big Ten recruiting news, Big Ten baseball power rankings, Michigan State’s loaded basketball schedule, and key updates on spring football battles. Is Indiana primed to make another title run, and will more programs copy Cignetti’s blueprint for success? #collegefootball #indianafootball #curtcignetti #urbanmeyer #iufb #bigtenfootball #coachingtips #footballculture #hoosiers Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/talkbig10 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkbig10 Website & Merch: https://talkbig10.com Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/podcasts/locked-on-big-10/ 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 Locked On College Conferences, HBCU, Basketball & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnCollege 📢 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 Rugiet Get 15% off your treatment → https://rugiet.com/lockedonnhl Rugiet. Performance medicine for men. 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)
Cincinnati Reds LOSE 5TH STRAIGHT GAME to Chicago Cubs in Extras | MLB Postgame Recap, Highlights
00:00 Trace Fowler and Craig Sandlin Live in the 9th Inning 27:58 10th Inning 40:01 Walk-Off Reaction... 45:33 Full Game Recap Check out our partners ⤵️ Get 20% off sitewide at Homage with promo code CHATTER at checkout: homage.com/CBOX The Anthony Muñoz 78 Cigar! Get your box today: https://www.anthonymunoz.com/anthony-... Apply today at Sharefax Credit Union: Sharefax.org or call 513-753-2440 Learn more about our friends at QC Kinetix! Call (513) 655-3356 or visit qckinetix.com It’s OK not to be OK! Need Help? Call or text 988 DAY OR NIGHT or visit mantherapy.org ----------------------------------- Cincinnati Reds vs. Chicago Cubs – May 5, 2026 Preview The Chicago Cubs (23-12) host the Cincinnati Reds (20-15) on Tuesday night at Wrigley Field in a key NL Central showdown. The Cubs sit atop the division, riding a 12-game home winning streak — the longest at Wrigley since 1935 — and have won 15 of their last 18 games overall. The Reds, battling in third place, dropped the series opener 5-4 on Monday in a heartbreaker featuring a Michael Conforto walk-off homer. Pitching Matchup: Andrew Abbott (Reds) vs. Jameson Taillon (Cubs) Left-hander Andrew Abbott (1-2, 5.97 ERA, 1.67 WHIP) starts for Cincinnati. The 26-year-old has shown flashes but struggles with consistency, allowing too many hard-hit balls and baserunners. He posted a decent outing against Colorado recently (2 runs in 6 IP) but faces a Cubs lineup that ranks among the league’s better offenses. Right-hander Jameson Taillon (2-1, 4.41 ERA, 1.15 WHIP) counters for Chicago. Taillon provides steady innings and has kept the ball in the yard better lately, though he has surrendered at least one homer in five straight starts. His lower walk rate gives the Cubs an edge in limiting free passes. The betting line favors the Cubs at home (-164) with the over/under set at 8 runs, reflecting Wrigley’s hitter-friendly conditions and both teams’ offensive potential. Team Strengths and Key Players The Cubs boast one of the NL’s top offenses, averaging over 5 runs per game. Standouts include Ian Happ (strong history vs. Reds), Seiya Suzuki (power and consistency), Pete Crow-Armstrong (speed, defense, and rising star potential), Michael Busch, and new addition Alex Bregman at third base, bolstering an already solid infield. Chicago’s recent hot streak highlights their depth and clutch hitting. The Reds counter with dynamic talent led by Elly De La Cruz (speed and power), Tyler Stephenson (elite hard-hit and plate discipline metrics), and contributors like Spencer Steer and JJ Bleday. Cincinnati has shown fight, winning close games (7-2 in one-run contests), but their pitching staff has been inconsistent, posting a higher team ERA. Recent Form and Context Chicago extended their home dominance with Monday’s comeback win, powered by Suzuki’s massive three-run homer. The Cubs lead the Reds by three games in the division and aim to pull away early in the season. Cincinnati enters on a mini skid but remains competitive, boasting a solid road record (10-7) and young upside. Wrigley Field’s atmosphere should be electric for this intradivision battle. Factors like wind, bullpen usage (both teams leaned on relievers Monday), and timely hitting will decide the outcome. The Cubs’ home momentum and pitching edge make them favorites, but the Reds’ athleticism — particularly on the bases and with power threats — keeps this matchup dangerous. Prediction and Outlook Expect an offensive showcase. The Cubs’ lineup depth and home cooking suggest a narrow victory, perhaps 5-4 or 6-3, pushing their home winning streak to 13 games. The Reds have the talent to steal a game if Abbott can limit damage early and their speed creates chaos on the bases. This series carries early-season weight in the NL Central. A Cubs win would widen the gap and reinforce their status as division frontrunners, while a Reds victory would tighten the race and validate Cincinnati’s contention hopes. With strong lineups on both sides and Wrigley’s unpredictable elements, fans should be treated to an entertaining night of baseball.
NEVER LUCKY: Calgary Flames NHL Draft Lottery WOES, Select Gavin McKenna and Sam Bennett LESSONS
Calgary Flames fans brace for the NHL Draft Lottery, clinging to hope for a top-three pick despite a history of heartbreak. Can the Flames finally break their lottery curse and land future star Gavin McKenna? We talk with John Easthope of The Red Mile Rundown Podcast to weigh expectations, spotlighting Caleb Malhotra and Carson Carels as prime draft targets, while reflecting on past prospects like Sam Bennett, Matt Coronato, Sam Honzek, and Connor Zary. The conversation shifts to player development with renewed faith in Ryan Huska’s coaching staff and their track record growing talent like Rasmus Andersson. Playoff analysis covers stunning upsets, with the Anaheim Ducks toppling the Edmonton Oilers and the Vegas Golden Knights’ resilience. Around the Pacific Division, discussion ranges from Vancouver’s offseason questions to San Jose Sharks’ blue line ambitions. Will this draft finally change Calgary’s future, or will history repeat itself? Timestamps 00:00 Calgary Flames Draft Lottery History 06:12 Draft Prospects and Flames Targets 12:24 Player Development & Coaching Confidence 17:30 Pacific Division Playoff Recap Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/podcasts/locked-on-flames/ Locked On NHL League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Prospects & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnNHL Follow the show on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LockedOnNHLPods Everydayer Club Join the Everydayer Club for ad-free audio, access to our group chat on Discord, and more. Use code DEADLINE ahead of the trade deadline for one month free. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonflames.supercast.com/ Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Indeed Now, you can speed up your hiring process with a $75 Sponsored Job Credit. Just go to https://indeed.com/podcast right now and support our show by saying you heard about Indeed on this podcast. Terms and conditions apply. KALSHI For a limited time, download the Kalshi app and use code LOCKEDON to get ten dollars when you trade ten. Kalshi. Trade on anything. Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime. 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. 5-Hour ENERGY The Cotton Candy flavor is HERE on https://5hourEnergy.com or Amazon, crack open Cotton Candy 5-hour ENERGY®️ shot today! Rugiet Get 15% off your treatment → https://rugiet.com/lockedonnhl Rugiet. Performance medicine for men. Quo Make this the year where no opportunity — and no customer — slips away. Try Quo for free plus get 20% off your first 6 months when you go to http://Quo.com/lockedonnhl. 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) #NHL #CalgaryFlames
Penn State & Matt Campbell's Defense Has a HIDDEN Advantage!
Penn State football may have one of the most overlooked defensive advantages in the Big Ten: the coaching staff. D'Anton Lynn ...
