136 | Tim Melville Went from BBQ to the Big Leagues

Use code TALKIN for $20 off your first SeatGeek order. https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TALKINThe Rockies were disappointing last year and their owner has them aiming for a .500 record. Will Kris Bryant have a power resurgence? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

24 Helmi 202320min

Use code TALKIN for $20 off your first SeatGeek order. https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TALKINThe Tigers might be looking ahead at a tough season with Casey Mize and Tarik Skubal out. What will Detroit fans be watching for this year and is it the return of Matthew Boyd? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

23 Helmi 202317min

Jomboy is back from Jake's wedding and is previewing the WBC with Trevor Plouffe!Follow along with our research packet here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1kywdHkKokU3SFPl6leouT0Un70BhWIvJMDAfp4m_p5c/edit?usp=sharing Use code TALKIN for $20 off your first SeatGeek order. https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TALKINPost your job for free at https://Linkedin.com/TALKINThis episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at https://betterhelp.com/TALKINBASEBALL and get on your way to being your best self. Visit https://get.bluemoonbeer.com/BASEBALL to see delivery options.++++Timestamps:0:00 Jake's Wedding Recap5:00 How to Drown7:22 Excitement for WBC15:15 Pitcher Usage Rules20:30 Pool A: Cuba, Italy, Netherlands, Taiwan, Panama29:15 Pool B: Japan, Korea, Czech Republic, China, Australia36:45 Pool C & Team USA Deep Dive44:00 Rest of Pool C: Mexico, Canada, Colombia, Great Britain47:25 Pool D: Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico, Venezuela, Israel, Nicaragua54:30 Favorite Hats57:15 Filling Out Our Brackets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

22 Helmi 20231h 5min

Use code TALKIN for $20 off your first SeatGeek order. https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TALKINThe Royals front office changed a lot this offseason. Will a new Manager and GM along with their roster moves help turn around the franchise? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

21 Helmi 202318min

Trevor Plouffe brings in his friend and former Los Angeles Dodger James Loney to break down the new rules, sign stealing, modern day youth baseball, and more!Use code TALKIN for $20 off your first SeatGeek order. https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TALKIN++++Timestamps:0:00 Blitzball0:30 Intro3:55 New Rules Will Be Strictly Enforced6:00 No More Shifts12:55 Pitch Clock20:00 Position Players Pitching21:05 Evan Drellich's Latest on Sign Stealing30:30 Youth Baseball Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

20 Helmi 202337min

Use code TALKIN for $20 off your first SeatGeek order. https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TALKINFor the first time in Talkin' Baseball history, the Pittsburgh Pirates were not voted to finish last in their division by our audience! After adding a bunch of vets in free agency like Andrew McCutchen, will this be the most fun summer in Pittsburgh in years? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

19 Helmi 202322min

Use code TALKIN for $20 off your first SeatGeek order. https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TALKINThe Reds had a largely forgettable 2022. Has enough changed for 2023? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

18 Helmi 202317min

Our listeners ranked the Oakland Athletics the American League's worst team, despite several veteran additions. Can they surprise people in the AL WestUse code TALKIN for $20 off your first SeatGeek order. https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TALKIN Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

17 Helmi 202316min