Flippin' Bats with Ben Verlander

Latest Episodes:

San Francisco Giants' Mike Yastrzemski + Padres Meltdown+ Brewers Surge + Best Deadline Trades Sep 22, 2021

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Ben Verlander is joined by an Francisco Giants' Outfielder, Mike Yastrzemski discussing; what makes this Giants team tick, his thoughts on the Dodgers vs Giants rivalry, making the Majors at 28-years old, living up to his historic last name, fun stories from his time in the minors and more! Also, Ben breaks down; The crazy wildcard races, the Padres Meltdown, why people should pay attention to this Brewers squad, Shohei Ohtani Top-100 Most Influential People in Time Magazine, flowers for Salvador Perez and more!

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Kansas City Royals Shortstop Nicky Lopez + The Subway Series + Vlad Jr. vs Ohtani for MVP + MLB Season Awards Sep 15, 2021

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Ben Verlander is joined by Kansas City Royals short stop, Nicky Lopez discussing; his family history and love for dogs, the routine that changed his progression, funny stories from his time spent in the league and the impact of Royals All-Star catcher Salvador Perez! Also, Ben breaks down; The 9/11 remembrance in Yankees vs Mets, why this Blue Jays just put the AL contenders on notice, Ben's case for Bryce Harper to win MVP, Shohei Ohtani's transcendent season, the art of sign stealing and more!

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Cy Young Contender Robbie Ray + Ohtani AL MVP + September Power Rankings Sep 08, 2021

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Ben Verlander is joined by Toronto Blue Jays' and Cy Young contending, Robbie Ray discussing his; trades that lead him to Toronto, some fun stories from his time in the minor leagues, what makes this Blue Jays team a real contender for years to come and why Vlad Jr. is so special!

Also, Ben breaks down; a catcher and pitcher battling for the home run crown, why the Tampa Rays need a new stadium, the Toronto Blue Jays bright future, Ohtani WILL be your AL MVP, Ben's September Power Rankings and more!

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San Diego Padres' Pitcher Joe Musgrove + Ohtani's NEW record + Javy Baez vs Mets Fans Aug 31, 2021

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Description: Ben Verlander is joined by the San Diego native and Padres Pitcher, Joe Musgrove discussing his; trade that took him back to his hometown, some fun stories from his time in the minor leagues, throwing the Padres first ever No-Hitter earlier this year, what makes Fernando Tatis Jr. so special and why this Padres team is very close to contending for a World Series!

Also, Ben breaks down; Javy Baez vs Mets fans, the Seattle Mariners having fun and being better than expected, Ohtani continuing to break MLB records, Ben's September 'in or out' of the 2021 playoffs and highlighting a couple young stars from the Little League World Series!

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Detroit Tiger's Spencer Turnbull + Ohtani MVP + Celebrating Miggy Aug 24, 2021

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Ben Verlander is joined by the electric Detroit Tiger's Pitcher, Spencer Turnbull, discussing his; recent Tommy John surgery, fun stories from his minor league days, throwing a No-Hitter earlier this season, the impact of Miguel Cabrera and why this young Detroit Tiger's is destined for greatness! Also, Ben breaks down; Miguel Cabrera's 500th home run, the Yankees and Dodgers on major hot streaks, Ohtani having the best season in MLB history, Ben's top 5 seasons in MLB History and why Joey Votto should be in the NL MVP conversation!

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Field of Dreams Experience with MLB on FOX host Kevin Burkhardt Aug 17, 2021

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Ben Verlander is joined by the legendary MLB/NFL Host and play-by-play announcer, Kevin Burkhardt, diving into the the full magical experience of last weeks 'Field of Dreams' game between the Yankees and White Sox in Iowa!

Also, Ben breaks down; his wonderful time in Iowa including the chilling open to the Field of Dreams, Ohtani back to smashing home runs while leading MLB in WAR, Ben's Top-5 Dream MLB games and celebrating future Hall of Famer Miguel Cabrera!

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Chicago White Sox Pitcher Lucas Giolito + Ben's Power Rankings Aug 10, 2021

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Ben brings on All-Star Pitcher from the Chicago White Sox, Lucas Giolito, to talk about; his crazy draft day story, working his way through the minor leagues, transforming his mechanics to become an All-Star on the mound and more! Also, Ben breaks down: his preview of the Field of Dreams, why the Phillies will win the NL East, the fading Boston Red Sox, Astros vs Dodgers being the new best rivalry in baseball, Ohtani making a great case for the universal DH and Ben's Power Rankings!

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Trade Deadline Special with Ken Rosenthal + Ohtani Breaks More Records Aug 03, 2021

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After the wildest Trade Deadline in MLB history Ben brings on legendary MLB Insider, Ken Rosenthal for his thoughts on; nine All-Stars moving teams, potential trades that almost happened, the Dodgers going for it all and more! Also, Ben breaks down; the Cubs historic teardown, the Dodgers winning the Trade Deadline, Fan Voicemails, Shohei Ohtani's latest records and Ben gives his official Trade Deadline grades!

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Tampa Bay's Brett Phillips + Ohtani in Rare Air Yet Again Jul 27, 2021

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Tampa Bay Ray's OF, Brett Phillips, joins Ben to talk: The winning culture down in Tampa, Game 4 of the World Series heroics, hilarious stories of position players pitching and playing with #1 MLB prospect Wander Franco! Also, Ben goes 'Around the Bases' explaining why people should watch out for this young Detroit Tigers team, Ohtani's new benchmark and Ben's 'Who's In or Out of the 2021 MLB Playoffs'!

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Reds Outfielder Nick Castellanos + Ohtani First Half MVP Jul 20, 2021

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Cincinnati Reds OF, Nick Castellanos, joins Ben to talk: becoming internet famous, his son Liams ASG shirt, switching positions in the Minors, his winning mentality and why he chose Cincinnati!

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