Inside the (Rob) Parker

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Still Believin' In A Season; Cards Owner's Got Serious Nerve; Kevin Youkalis and Nick Swisher Talk Protests, Negotiation Stalemate Jun 11, 2020

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This week on Inside the (Rob) Parker, Rob explains why he still believes there will be a season, why slashing the MLB Draft to five rounds felt weird, and why Cardinals owner Bill DeWitt, Jr. has some nerve to say MLB teams aren't profitable. Also, Fair or Foul over Torii Hunter's Boston racism accusations.

Former Red Sox All-Star Kevin Youkalis explains why he supports a petition to remove former Reds owner Marge Schott's name at his alma mater The University of Cincinnati and his take on the protests as a means for change. World Series champ Nick Swisher joins the pod to discuss the latest on labor negotiations and how many games is enough to have a season. Click here to subscribe and download all of the latest Inside the Parker podcasts!!

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MLB Addresses George Floyd; Stars Speaking Out; Darryl Strawberry on Protests, NY Post Ken Davidoff Talks Labor Negotiations Jun 04, 2020

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This week on Inside the (Rob) Parker, Rob explains why he approves of MLB's statement on the nationwide protests in response to the murder of George Floyd, why he's glad African American MLB stars are speaking out. Former All-Star slugger Darryl Strawberry gives his thoughts on the death of George Floyd and why black athletes should speak out. NY Post columnist Ken Davidoff discusses the latest on labor negotiations as players and owners attempt to reach an agreement to salvage the season. Click here to subscribe and download all of the latest Inside the Parker podcasts!!

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MLB Players/Owners Will Figure It Out; No Universal DH; Forget Jeter Haters; Hall of Famer Rod Carew May 28, 2020

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This week on Inside the (Rob) Parker, Rob thinks MLB players and owners will eventually reach a compromise on the terms of a season despite recent contentious headlines, explains why he's against a universal DH for the pandemic shortened season. Hall of Famer Rod Carew joins the pod to reflect on his life, career, and give his thoughts on hitting today. Cubs pregame host Cole Wright discusses the new Cubs network, and expectations for the shortened season. Click here to subscribe and download all of the latest Inside the Parker podcasts!!

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Make July 4th Opening Day Happen; RIP Bob Watson; Bregmann Weak for Firing LeBron's Klutch; Red Sox Preview May 21, 2020

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This week on Inside the (Rob) Parker, Rob looks at the hope for an MLB season, why a 4th of July opening day would be perfect, why Alex Bregmann firing LeBron's Klutch Sports group over an Astros Documentary expose is weak, and remembers former MLB player and exec Bob Watson. Red Sox beat writer Julian McWilliams joins the pod to preview what Boston might look like in a pandemic shortened season. Click here to subscribe and download all of the latest Inside the Parker podcasts!!

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No Neutral Site World Series; Shortened Season Legit; Missing Opening Day; Guests - Cecil Fielder, David Justice Mar 31, 2020

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This week on Inside the (Rob) Parker, Rob doesn't like the idea of a neutral site World Series, but thinks a shortened season under the circumstances is legit. He also talks with World Series champs Cecil Fielder and David Justice discuss the Covid-19 impact on the MLB season and if a shortened season is the best solution to the problem.

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Mookie Betts Blockbuster; Hands Off Playoffs; No HOF for Pete Rose; Guests: Rod Allen, Jerry Hairston, Jr. Feb 12, 2020

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This week on Inside the (Rob) Parker, Rob discusses the Dodgers blockbuster trade for Mookie Betts and David Price from the Red Sox, why MLB should leave the playoffs alone, and why Pete Rose still shouldn't get in the Hall of Fame.

Guests: Rod Allen - Former MLB player and current analyst talks proposals to change the postseason, the Astros cheating scandal, the Mookie Betts blockbuster trade, and his World Series favorite heading into spring training. Jerry Hairston, Jr. - Former MLB'er and current Dodgers Analyst discusses the Mookie Betts trade and expectation for the Dodgers.

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MLB Sign Stealing Fallout; Appropriate Astros Punishment; Alex Cora Had To Go; Fire Beltran Now Jan 16, 2020

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This week on Inside the (Rob) Parker, Rob discusses the fallout from the MLB sign stealing scandal, why he thinks the Astros punishment was appropriately harsh, the Red Sox firing Alex Cora as a result of his involvement, and why the Mets need to fire Carlos Beltran.

Guests: Julian McWilliams - Boston Globe Red Sox Beat Writer reports on Alex Cora

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Hot Stove Edition: Strasburg Stays; Cole Sweepstakes; Anthony Rendon Market; "Sweet Lou" Whitaker HOF Snub; Rob's HOF Ballot Dec 11, 2019

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This week on Inside the (Rob) Parker, Rob looks at the MLB offseason, Steven Strasburg returning to D.C. and re-signing with the Nats, the Gerrit Cole sweepstakes, the market for Anthony Rendon, and why Lou Whitaker deserves to be in the Hall of Fame

Guests: Bo Porter - Former MLB Manager and current Nats analyst joins the show to discuss the MLB offseason, Strasburg returning to D.C., and how Washington's pitching heavy approach will affect how other teams build their rosters. Julian McWilliams - Boston Globe Red Sox Beat Writer reports on the buzz surrounding the winter meetings and if Mookie Betts is about to be shipped out of Boston to cut costs.

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Nats World Champs; World Series Recap; Hinch's Mistake; Soto's Future; Guests: Rod Allen, Johnny Flores, Jr. Nov 01, 2019

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This week on Inside the (Rob) Parker, Rob and former MLB'er and analyst Rod Allen look back at the Nationals clinching their first ever World Series with an unforgettable Game 7 win over the Astros. Writer Johnny Flores, Jr. looks at the historic performance and unlimited future of Juan Soto. He also debates A.J. Hinch's questionable Game 7 moves in Foul or Fair. Follow Rob on Twitter and subscribe, rate and listen to get the latest!

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Nats Steal Game 1; Rob's World Series Prediction; A.J. Pierzynski Breaks Down Nationals/Astros Oct 23, 2019

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This week on Inside the (Rob) Parker, Rob reacts to the Nationals taking Game 1 of the World Series against Houston and gets a World Series breakdown with Fox MLB Analyst, and former longtime MLB catcher A.J. Pierzynski. He also gives the Analytic of The Week, and debates a hot MLB topic in Foul or Fair. Follow Rob on Twitter and subscribe, rate and listen to get the latest!

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