Inside the (Rob) Parker

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Inside the Parker - Juan Soto Sweepstakes, DeGrom Return, Cubs/Sox with Mark Gonzales Jul 28, 2022

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On this edition of Inside the (Rob) Parker, Rob leads off with his take on which team could make a deal for Nats star Juan Soto before the trade deadline, the Dodgers facing a surprising sweep at the hands of lowly Washington, and if Jacob DeGrom can return to Cy young form for the stretch run. Also, the Pocket Protector Stat of the Week, Betting on the Bases and Foul or Fair.

Guests: MLB Network Analyst and former MLB 1st Baseman Xavier Scruggs on the potential for another Mets/Yankees Subway Series, and if Shohei Ohtani should be the AL MVP favorite over Aaron Judge.

Chicago AP Writer Mark Gonzales on if the White Sox can win the AL Central, and if the Cubs rebuild could take longer than expected.

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Inside the Parker - Nationals Manager Dave Martinez on Soto, Doug Glanville on ASG + 2nd Half Jul 21, 2022

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On this edition of Inside the (Rob) Parker, Rob leads off with his take on the MLB All-Star festivities honoring Jackie Robinson, if the Nationals can get a contract done with Juan Soto, why he’s keeping an eye on the Mariners in the 2nd half,

Also, the Pocket Protector Stat of the Week, Betting on the Bases and Foul or Fair.

Guests: Washington Nationals Manager Dave Martinez discusses Juan Soto winning the Home Run Derby, how he plans to deal with the potential distraction of Soto’s ongoing contract negotiations, and what he expects out of his club in the second half.

ESPN MLB Analyst Doug Glanville discusses attending his first ever All-Star Game, what he’s looking for in the second half.

Author Jeff Fletcher discusses his new book Sho-Time: The Inside Story on Shohei Ohtani and the Greatest Baseball Season Ever Played.

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Inside the Parker - MLB All-Star Game Edition with Bob Costas Jul 14, 2022

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On this edition of Inside the (Rob) Parker, Rob is on the road again for the MLB All-Star Game edition, and leads off with his take on the Blue Jays axing manager Charlie Montoyo, Mariners rising star Julio Rodriguez participating in the Home Run Derby, and the Orioles unexpected 9-game winning streak. Also, the Pocket Protector Stat of the Week.

Guests: MLB Network Announcer Bob Costas shares some of his favorite All-Star Game memories, and why the baseball ASG is the best of all the major sports.

Boston Red Sox Beat Writer Julian McWilliams discusses Boston recovering from a slow start to find themselves in Wild Card contention at the All-Star break, and what he expects in the second half.

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Inside the Parker - Scherzer Returns, Buxton Triple Play 1st, Judge Contract Standoff Jul 07, 2022

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On this edition of Inside the (Rob) Parker, Rob is on the road again, and leads off with his take on Max Scherzer’s impressive return form the DL, Byron Buxton turning the first 8-5 triple play in MLB history, and Hal Steinbrenner proclaiming that the Yankees won’t negotiate with Aaron Judge until after the season. Also, the Pocket Protector Stat of the Week, Betting on the Bases and Foul or Fair.

Guests: Authors Jean Fruth and Jeff Idelson discuss their latest book Grassroots Baseball: Route 66 detailing the baseball experience along the historic Route 66.

MLB Bro Editor Mark Grey on the often overlooked significance of Larry Doby breaking the color barrier in the American League.

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Inside the Parker - Yanks Deathstar, Verlander Comeback, Talkin Baseball w/ NBA Champ Eddie House Jun 30, 2022

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On this edition of Inside the (Rob) Parker, Rob is on the road again, and leads off with his take on the dominant Yankees continuing to steamroll everyone in their path, Justin Verlander’s impressive 1st half comeback, and why 6’7’’ Pirates SS Oneil Cruz is 'must see'. Also, the Pocket Protector Stat of the Week.

Guests: NBA Champion Eddie House is talking baseball and the Padres hanging with the Dodgers despite missing their superstar Fernando Tatis, the Yankees juggernaut, and his thoughts on the A’s likely leaving Oakland.

Longtime Tigers beat writer Jason Beck on Detroit’s unimpressive first half, the biggest bright spot in the disappointing, and what’s been wrong with Javvy Baez after signing a huge free agent deal.

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Inside the Parker - Awful Angels, Guardians Heater, 1st Place Mets w/ Dave Lennon Jun 23, 2022

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On this edition of Inside the (Rob) Parker, Rob is on the road again, and leads off with his take on the Angels continued collapse even after firing Joe Maddon, Aaron Judge leading the MLB All-Star Voting and the current NL and AL positional leaders, and the Guardians storming to 1st place in a tight AL Central race. Also, the Pocket Protector Stat of the Week, Betting on the Bases and Foul or Fair.

Guests: Newsday MLB Columnist Dave Lennon on the impressive Mets sitting atop the NL East, Buck Showalter’s impact, and the buzz in NYC over a potential Mets/Yankees World Series showdown.

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Inside the Parker - Braves Buzz Saw, Orioles Ownership Mess, Phillies Surge w/ Michael Bourn Jun 16, 2022

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On this edition of Inside the (Rob) Parker, Rob leads off with his take on the Braves impressive 13-game winning streak, the Padres staying at the top of the NL West despite not having Fernando Tatis Jr., and if the Angelos family’s infighting could lead to the Orioles relocation. Also, the Pocket Protector Stat of the Week, Betting on the Bases and Foul or Fair.

Guest: Phillies Commentator and 2 time All-StarMichael Bourn on Philly getting hot after firing Joe Girardi, if they have a chance to catch the Mets, and Bryce Harper’s impact on the team.

Yankees Beat Writer Erik Boland on the Bombers impressive first half pitching, and if there’s added pressure on this team to win it all.

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Inside the Parker - Maddon Canned, Semien 7-Hit Night, Mets Nick Plummer on Rookie Year Jun 09, 2022

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On this edition of Inside the (Rob) Parker, Rob leads off with his take on the Angels firing Joe Maddon after a May nosedive, Marcus Semien’s monster 7-hit night against Cleveland, and the mess the umps made of the Dodgers attempt to have a position player pitch. Also, the Pocket Protector Stat of the Week, and Foul or Fair.

Guests: Mets Rookie Nick Plummer on his rookie year in New York, and hitting a 9th inning game-tying home run for his first MLB at-bat.

NY Times MLB Writer Scott Miller on the Angels firing of Joe Maddon, and the Yankees hot start to the season. #oddcouple

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Inside the Parker - Gabe Kapler Protest, Contenders/Pretenders, Rickey Henderson with Howard Bryant Jun 02, 2022

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On this edition of Inside the (Rob) Parker, Rob leads off with his take on Gabe Kapler's strong statement on the recent wave of mass shootings, Mets rookie Nick Plummer’s unreal start to his major league career, and who are the contenders and pretenders from the 1st half. Also, the Pocket Protector Stat of the Week, and Foul or Fair, and Betting on the Bases.

Guest: Author Howard Bryant discusses his new book ‘Rickey’ about Hall of Famer and stolen base king Rickey Henderson, and why his record breaking career looks even better under the lens of modern analytics.

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Inside the Parker (Road Edition) - Josh Donaldson Ugliness, Yankees Reaction w/ Jack Curry May 26, 2022

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On this edition of Inside the (Rob) Parker, Rob is on the road from NYC, and leads off with his take on the ugly incident where Josh Donaldson invoked Jackie Robinson to call out Tim Anderson, Manny Machado’s MVP-level season, and more Yankees dominance. Also, the Pocket Protector Stat of the Week, and Foul or Fair.

Guests: YES! Network’s Jack Curry on the Yankees scorching hot 1st half, the team's reaction to the Josh Donaldson incident and co-authoring the new Paul O’Neil memoir Swing and a Hit.

Miami Marlins Analyst Rod Allen on Miami’s young break out star Jazz Chisolm, and if the team has any chance to contend for a playoff spot, and his thoughts on the Donaldson incident.

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