Episodes

  • MLB 2026 Award Winners, MVP, and World Series Prediction

    MLB 2026 Award Winners, MVP, and World Series Prediction
    Mar 25 2026
    The 2026 MLB season is here! And it’s time for Ben's full World Series prediction and award picks. In this episode, Ben breaks down his picks for Rookie of the Year, Cy Young, and MVP in both the American League and National League, along with his full playoff bracket and World Series champion. There are a few award races that feel wide open… and at least one prediction that might surprise you. Plus we're giving away a copy of MLB The Show 26. Listen for how to enter! 🏆 2026 MLB Predictions: AL & NL Rookie of the Year AL & NL Cy Young AL & NL MVP Full playoff bracket World Series prediction From stars like Aaron Judge, Bobby Witt Jr., Julio Rodríguez, Shohei Ohtani, Ronald Acuña Jr., and Fernando Tatis Jr., to rising young talent looking to break out, this season has no shortage of storylines. Who do you have winning the World Series this year? Follow/subscribe for more MLB coverage, predictions, and weekly episodes all season long. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    37 mins
  • 2026 National League Preview & Predictions: Dodgers, Ohtani & the Race for the NL

    2026 National League Preview & Predictions: Dodgers, Ohtani & the Race for the NL
    Mar 24 2026
    The National League might run through the Dodgers again… but it’s not that simple. In this episode, Ben breaks down my full 2026 National League preview! Including division-by-division predictions, playoff teams, and who he thinks is representing the NL in the World Series. Can Shohei Ohtani and the Dodgers dominate again, or is there a team ready to take them down? Plus, I’m giving away a copy of MLB The Show 26. Listen to find out how to enter. 2026 National League Preview: NL East breakdown NL Central predictions NL West predictions Wild Card teams NL Champion Who do you have winning the National League this season? Follow/subscribe for more MLB coverage, predictions, and weekly episodes all year long. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    46 mins
  • 2026 American League Preview & Predictions: Division Winners, Playoff Teams & AL Champion

    2026 American League Preview & Predictions: Division Winners, Playoff Teams & AL Champion
    Mar 23 2026
    The American League might be the most unpredictable it’s been in years. In this episode, I break down my full 2026 American League preview! including division winners, playoff teams, and who I think is representing the AL in the World Series. Some teams I’m higher on than most… and at least one contender I’m not buying. Plus I’m giving away a copy of MLB The Show 26 Digital Deluxe Edition. Listen to find out how to enter! 2026 American League Preview: AL East breakdown AL Central predictions AL West predictions Wild Card teams AL Champion Who do you have winning the American League this year? Follow/subscribe for more MLB coverage, predictions, and weekly episodes all season long. 0:00 Intro 03:02 Toronto Blue Jays 05:05 New York Yankees 07:34 Boston Red Sox 11:12 Baltimore Orioles 15:11 Tampa Rays 15:57 AL East Prediction 17:07 Cleveland Guardians 19:30 Detroit Tigers 22:16 Kansas City Royals 23:58 Minnesota Twins 24:52 Chicago White Sox 26:43 AL Central Prediction 27:53 Seattle Mariners 29:33 Houston Astros 30:55 Texas Rangers 32:23 Athletics 34:36 Los Angeles Angels 36:14 AL West Prediction 36:52 Wild Cards 39:20 AL Champion Prediction 40:47 MLB The Show Giveaway 42:55 Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    46 mins
  • WORLD BASEBALL CLASSIC: VENEZUELA UPSETS USA + POSTGAME INTERVIEWS

    WORLD BASEBALL CLASSIC: VENEZUELA UPSETS USA + POSTGAME INTERVIEWS
    Mar 18 2026
    Venezuela upset USA in the World Baseball Classic Final. Ben Verlander breaks down the WBC final and what this win means for Venezeula and how big of a disappointment this is for Team USA. Ben interviewed Miguel Cabrera, Gleyber Torres, and Eugenio Suarez after the win. CHAPTERS:0:00 INTRO0:45 VENEZUELA DEF. USA2:48 VENEZEULA WINS 1ST WBC CHAMPIONSHIP3:45 MIGUEL CABRERA4:15 WHAT THIS MEANS FOR VENEZEULA6:30 GLEYBER TORRES7:30 VENZEULA WINS, 3-28:54 EUGENIO SUAREZ9:50 WORLD BASEBALL CLASSIC RECAP12:45 USA DISAPPOINTMENT15:00 OUTRO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    18 mins
  • WORLD BASEBALL CLASSIC: USA DOWNS DOMINICAN REPUBLIC + JAPAN FALTERS

    WORLD BASEBALL CLASSIC: USA DOWNS DOMINICAN REPUBLIC + JAPAN FALTERS
    Mar 16 2026
    Ben Verlander breakdown the instant classic between the USA & Dominican Republic LIVE from the field in Miami. Ben also talks about the atmosphere and why attending a World Baseball Classic should be in every baseball fan's future. He talks about Japan failing to make it the Semis for the first time ever & also takes a brief look ahead. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    29 mins
  • WBC Pool Play Ends: Japan Dominates, USA Survives, DR Looks Dangerous

    WBC Pool Play Ends: Japan Dominates, USA Survives, DR Looks Dangerous
    Mar 12 2026
    World Baseball Classic pool play is officially in the books — and the drama delivered. Team USA barely survived after a shocking loss to Italy, while Samurai Japan continued their dominant run and the Dominican Republic proved why they’re one of the tournament favorites. In this episode, I break down what went wrong for Team USA, why Italy deserves way more credit than they’re getting, and which teams have been the most impressive so far in the WBC. We also take a look at some of the great stories from pool play — including Canada advancing to the knockout stage for the first time ever and the incredible atmosphere created by fans around the world. Plus, I re-rank the top teams left in the tournament and preview the upcoming quarterfinal matchups. Quarterfinal matchups: Korea vs Dominican Republic USA vs Canada Puerto Rico vs Italy Venezuela vs Japan The knockout stage is set — and the road to the World Baseball Classic championship is about to get even better. 0:00 Intro 1:29 Team USA disappointment 10:56 Team Italy dominates 13:50 Canada Advances 18:48 Latin America making WBC fun 25:55 Re-Ranking WBC team 31:00 QF matchups Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    36 mins
  • Historic USA vs Mexico Rivalry, Japan Clinches Tokyo Pool & DR Takes Over the WBC!

    Historic USA vs Mexico Rivalry, Japan Clinches Tokyo Pool & DR Takes Over the WBC!
    Mar 9 2026
    The World Baseball Classic is off the charts this year, and it’s not even halfway done! In this episode, we break down all the must-watch moments and biggest storylines so far: Team Japan punches their ticket to Miami, dominating Pool C with a relentless lineup and unforgettable performances. Team Korea pulls off an insane 3-way tiebreaker over Australia—7-2 in the 9th inning, ending in a celebration you have to hear to believe. Team Dominican Republic is redefining fun in baseball, playing with energy, flair, and pure excitement. Forget the “old way”—this is baseball made for the fans! Team USA sits 2-0 entering a massive clash against Team Mexico, fighting to break a 20-year losing streak in the WBC rivalry. Gunnar Henderson, Paul Skenes, and the squad bring intensity, emotion, and unforgettable highlights. We also recap the other top teams, key players, and pool play drama, including Puerto Rico, Cuba, Venezuela, and more. Whether you’re a hardcore fan or just tuning in for thrilling baseball, this episode has everything: historic rivalries, clutch plays, and a behind-the-scenes look at the excitement you can’t see on TV. Tune in, subscribe, and get ready for all the WBC highlights, analysis, and stories that make this tournament one of the greatest spectacles in sports. Chapters: 00:00 Welcome 01:49 WBC Updates 14:00 USA vs Mexico 20:15 Team Japan 31:30 Upcoming WBC 34:00 Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    36 mins
  • World Baseball Classic 2026: USA, Japan, or Dominican Republic?

    World Baseball Classic 2026: USA, Japan, or Dominican Republic?
    Mar 4 2026
    🔥 The 2026 World Baseball Classic is here — and this might be the most loaded tournament we’ve ever seen. 20 teams. 4 pools. 2 weeks. 1 champion. In this episode, we break down everything you need to know: 🇺🇸 Team USA – No More ExcusesThis is tournament number six. The U.S. has won once. With Aaron Judge wearing the captain’s “C,” a loaded lineup, and real pitching depth, it’s time to stop talking and start winning. We dive into their dominant 15–1 exhibition performance and why the pressure has never been higher. 🇯🇵 Japan – The JuggernautThree-time champions. Seven MLB players, including Shohei Ohtani, plus elite stars from NPB. Don’t sleep on the names you don’t recognize — Japan might still be the best team in the world. 🇩🇴 Dominican Republic – A SuperteamVladdy. Soto. Tatis. Machado. Julio. And that’s just the lineup. Managed by Albert Pujols, this team brings unmatched energy and star power. Is this the most talented roster ever assembled in WBC history? We also cover: ⚾ Full pool predictions & knockout bracket⚾ Why WBC insurance rules are becoming a major issue⚾ The impact of Jurickson Profar’s suspension⚾ USA vs Japan finals prediction First pitch from the Tokyo Dome is here — and the global baseball stage is set. Who wins it all: USA, Japan, or the Dominican Republic? Let’s break it down. 🎙️🔥 00:00 Welcome 00:45 WBC Preview 03:20 Team USA Preview 07:12 Team Japan Preview 10:35 Team Dominican Republic Preview 14:00 WBC Insurance Issues 23:38 Jurickson Profar Suspension 28:05 WBC Predictions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    46 mins