With the big trade sending Brandon Nimmo to the Rangers in exchange for Marcus Semien, who heads to the Mets, it's a great time to get to resurface a sit-down Bradfo did with the new Texas outfielder. As you can hear from the tone, tenor, and context of the conversation, this is a guy who truly loves the great game ... and is pretty good at it, as well. It's a worthwhile discussion to digest.
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We're Ranting And Raving About The Big Mets/Rangers Trade
You didn't think the guys were going to let the big trade between the Mets and Rangers - that saw Marcus Semien go to New York and Texas get Brandon Nimmo - slide by without some passionate analysis, did you? Of course not. Bradfo is joined by Mets loyalist Producer Evan and Julian McWilliams of CBS Sports to rant and rave about every nook and cranny of this one-for-one mega-deal.
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Presser: New Nationals Pitching Coach Simon Mathews Presents His Plan
One of the more interesting coaching hires in Major League Baseball season has been new Nationals pitching coach Simon Mathews. The 30-year-old Georgetown product met with the media to detail how he viewed his new job and where baseball - and the Nationals - might be going.
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BIB Vault: The Inspirational WBC Story Of Michael Petersen
Bradfo caught up with Michael Petersen just after he was called up for his major league debut at the age of 30. Since then, Petersen has bounced around a bit, playing for the Marlins, Angels, and Braves. But it was this conversation that should be bottled, thanks to Petersen's inspiring story, which includes his remarkable journey to the 2023 World Baseball Classic with Great Britain.
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BIB on the Go: Is Great Britain The WBC Sleeper Team?
WBC expert Shawn Spradling rejoined the podcast to talk all things World Baseball Classic, including which players and teams might be some pleasant surprises when the tournament rolls around in March. One team to watch, according to Spradling? Great Britain. To listen to the entire conversation between Shawn and Bradfo, click here.
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