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Ep. 118: Dusty Baker, Jayson Werth, Richard Justice, Robert Ford, New York Yankees Sep 28, 2017

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MLB.com's Bill Ladson recently caught up with the NL East champion Nationals. Manager Dusty Baker took time to discuss his 50th year in professional baseball and what it would mean to win a World Series in Washington, DC. Outfielder Jayson Werth explains why he thinks this is the best team that he has been on as a member of the Nationals. (16:35) Now that the season is drawing to a close, MLB.com columnist Richard Justice breaks down the favorites to bring home the postseason hardware. (24:25) Ladson's next guest, Astros radio play-by-play announcer Robert Ford, talks about Justin Verlander's presence on the team and why this team thinks they can win it all. (39:07) The Yankees are still in the hunt for the AL East title and Bill was able to speak with Brett Gardner, CC Sabathia and clubhouse reporter Meredith Marakovits about how far they think this team can go in the postseason. (49:30)

Ep. 117: David Ross, Richard Justice, Brian Dozier, Tommy Pham, Manny Machado, Jonathan Schoop Sep 21, 2017

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MLB.com's Bill Ladson recently chatted with ESPN baseball analyst David Ross about his transition from the diamond to the television booth and why he decided it was time to retire. MLB.com columnist Richard Justice joins Bill to break down why the surprising Brewers and Twins remain in the playoff chase. (9:50) Ladson also caught up with Twins second baseman Brian Dozier to discuss the Twins being in the playoff race. (20:25) Tommy Pham of the St. Louis Cardinals joins the show to explain the reasons why he is having the best season of his career. (29:53) Finally, Ladson talks to Oriole infielders Manny Machado and Jonathan Schoop about this year's squad and their close friendship. (41:13)

Ep. 116: Richard Justice, Byron Buxton, Washington Nationals, Cincinnati Reds Sep 14, 2017

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MLB.com's Bill Ladson recently caught up with MLB.com columnist Richard Justice to ask why the Dodgers' have suddenly suffered a long losing streak and if the Indians are the best team in baseball. (:55) Next, Ladson talks to the Twins outfielder Byron Buxton to find out why he is having so much success in the second half of the season. (13:35) The Nationals are NL East Champions again. Listen to what Sean Doolitte, Anthony Rendon, manager Dusty Baker and radio play-by-play announcer Charlie Slowes had to say about this year's team. (21:25) Finally, Bill was able to check in with the Reds infielder Joey Votto, Zack Cozart and Scooter Gennett to find out why they are arguably having the best season of their careers. (45:22)

Ep. 115: Jeff Nelson, Richard Justice, Scott Boras, Dustin Pedroia and Rajai Davis Sep 07, 2017

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MLB.com's Bill Ladson recently caught up with MLB.com colleague Jeff Nelson to break down the tight Wild Card races along with the Justin Verlander and Justin Upton trades. (:50) Next, Bill is joined by MLB.com columnist Richard Justice to talk about Justin Verlander's first start with Houston and the Yankees-Red Sox controversy over stealing signs. (19:00) Agent Scott Boras chats with Ladson about his brief Minor League baseball career and why Bryce Harper is worth so much more than just the numbers he puts up on the field. (28:33) Finally, Ladson talked with Boston's Dustin Pedroia and Rajai Davis about their hopes of taking their team to the World Series. (49:05)

Ep. 114: Jay Bruce, Richard Justice, Tim Beckham, Jack Morris, Steve Garvey and Nelson Cruz Aug 31, 2017

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MLB.com's Bill Ladson recently caught up with new Indians outfielder Jay Bruce to discuss why he is having a successful 2017 and the difference between hitting in the American and National League. (:45) MLB.com's Richard Justice joins the show to explain how the game of baseball can help with some of the healing needed for those affected by Hurricane Harvey. (8:58) Orioles shortstop Tim Beckham talks about his success since being traded to Baltimore and who he idolized as a young player growing up. (20:33) Ladson also sat down with former Major League pitcher Jack Morris to chat about why the Twins find themselves in a playoff race and his infamous performance in Game 7 of the 1991 World Series. (26:58) Former MVP and ten-time All Star Steve Garvey talks with Ladson about this current Dodgers team and why he thinks he has a shot of making the Hall of Fame. (40:17) Finally, Ladson talks to the Mariners' Nelson Cruz about how he has stayed so consistent throughout his career and how much he wants to get back to the World Series. (53:00)

Ep. 113: Executive Access - Blue Jays president and CEO Mark A. Shapiro Aug 31, 2017

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MLB.com's Mark Feinsand sits down with Blue Jays president and CEO Mark Shapiro to discuss facing his former team, the Cleveland Indians in the ALCS, how recent success has re-energized the fanbase and his plans to remodel the Rogers Centre.

Ep. 112: Paul DeJong, Robbie Ray, Paul Goldschmidt, Andrew Simon and Jim Riggleman Aug 24, 2017

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MLB.com's Bill Ladson recently caught up with Cardinals rookie shortstop Paul DeJong to discuss his wildly successful rookie campaign and just how far his Cardinals team can go this season. (:36) Ladson also spoke to D-backs pitcher Robbie Ray about his return to the mound after being hit in the head with a line drive during a July 28 start against the Cardinals. (10:34) D-backs first baseman Paul Goldschmidt joins the show to talk about the team's chances of making a postseason run and what it's like playing for first-year manager Torey Lovullo. (17:35) Next, Andrew Simon of MLB.com talks about how Statcast is changing the game not only from a fan's perspective but for MLB front offices as well. (22:40) Finally, Ladson interviews Reds bench coach Jim Riggleman about what it's like watching Joey Votto produce big numbers year after year and if he would ever like to manage again. (33:35)

Ep. 111: Hank Aaron Roundtable Aug 22, 2017

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Ryan Cameron hosted a conversation with Negro League legends from various teams at the Center for Civil and Human Rights

Ep. 110: Chad Bettis, Aaron Boone, Todd Frazier, Aaron Hicks, Curtis Granderson and Richard Justice Aug 17, 2017

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MLB.com's Bill Ladson recently caught up with Rockies pitcher Chad Bettis to talk about his triumphant return to the mound after winning his battle with cancer. (:48) ESPN analyst Aaron Boone (9:35) and Yankees third baseman Todd Frazier (21:10) express their excitement about the upcoming Little League World Series. Yankees outfielder Aaron Hicks (26:50) and the Mets' Curtis Granderson (33:25) explain what it's like to play under the big spotlight in New York City. Finally, Richard Justice of MLB.com, joins the show to break down the NL MVP race and if Giancarlo Stanton can break Barry Bonds single season home run record. (40:15)

Ep. 109: Remembering Don Baylor, Darren Daulton and Lee May, The Los Angeles Dodgers and New 3,000-Hit Club Member Adrian Beltre Aug 10, 2017

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Major League Baseball has recently lost some of the greatest men the game has ever seen with the passing of Don Baylor, Darren Daulton and Lee May. This week, MLB.com's Bill Ladson set out to catch up with some of their friends so they could share some of their favorite memories in remembrance of those that had passed away. MLB.com columnist Tracy Ringolsby describes his special relationship he had with Don Baylor and why he was such a strong leader. Journalist Claire Smith talks about the time she spent with Baylor working on his autobiography and his unique relationship with manager Billy Martin of the Yankees. Yankees broadcaster and former Major Leaguer Ken Singleton joins the show to talk about his playing days with Baylor and May. Former Major Leaguer Mickey Morandini talks to Ladson about what he learned from Daulton during their playing days in Philadelphia. Next, Bill Ladson chats with Dodgers manager Dave Roberts, Chris Taylor and Kenley Jansen to find out why they have the best record in baseball. Finally, Adrian Beltre joins the show to talk about being the first Dominican-born player to reach 3,000 hits and how much longer he expects to play.

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