Episodios

  • 2025 MLB ALL-STAR WEEKEND RECAP: YOSHINOBU YAMAMOTO, KEN GRIFFEY JR. & SWING OFF!?

    2025 MLB ALL-STAR WEEKEND RECAP: YOSHINOBU YAMAMOTO, KEN GRIFFEY JR. & SWING OFF!?
    Jul 16 2025
    Ben Verlander breaks down a wild 2025 MLB All-Star Weekend in Atlanta! From the HBCU Swingman Classic with Ken Griffey Jr. to the Futures Game with Tigers prospect Max Clark, Ben takes you behind the scenes of all the action. He also hits the red carpet with Dodgers All-Star Yoshinobu Yamamoto and catches up with 2025 Home Run Derby champ Cal Raleigh of the Seattle Mariners. Don’t miss all the interviews, highlights, and unforgettable moments from an epic weekend in ATL! Chapters:00:00 Intro02:35 Yoshinobu Yamamoto04:00 Cal Raleigh07:00 Max Clark11:00 Ken Griffey Jr.16:00 Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    19 m
  • 2025 MLB DRAFT PREVIEW: TOP PROSPECTS, SURPRISES & BOLD PREDICTIONS

    2025 MLB DRAFT PREVIEW: TOP PROSPECTS, SURPRISES & BOLD PREDICTIONS
    Jul 12 2025
    Ben Verlander is back with a brand-new episode of Flippin’ Bats — and it’s all about the 2025 MLB Draft! Ben breaks down the biggest storylines heading into draft day, including Corona High School’s unprecedented FOUR prospects in the Top 150, who could go No. 1 overall, and much more. Plus, Ben reacts to the latest MLB Mock Draft and reveals his own Top 10 picks in a must-see mock draft segment. Don’t miss it! Chapters:00:00 Intro04:40 Top MLB Draft Storylines12:00 MLB's Latest Mock Draft16:45 Ben's Mock Draft #1-525:10 Ben's Mock Draft #5-1035:00 Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    39 m
  • WILD MLB STORIES + ALL-STAR GAME WITH JOHN SMOLTZ

    WILD MLB STORIES + ALL-STAR GAME WITH JOHN SMOLTZ
    Jul 10 2025
    Ben Verlander is joined by MLB Hall of Famer John Smoltz to share some of the wildest stories in baseball! Smoltz reveals the craziest walk-off moment he’s ever experienced and an unbelievable story from the family section while playing on the road. Plus, he takes us back to his first MLB All-Star Game, including the iconic moment he faced Bo Jackson! Don’t miss these legendary baseball tales just in time for the 2024 MLB All-Star break. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    9 m
  • MLB ALL-STAR GAME SNUBS, AL MVP FAVORITES & NATIONALS SHAKE THINGS UP

    MLB ALL-STAR GAME SNUBS, AL MVP FAVORITES & NATIONALS SHAKE THINGS UP
    Jul 7 2025
    The 2025 MLB All-Star Game rosters are out—and fans are not happy. Ben Verlander breaks down the biggest All-Star snubs, spotlights the tight AL MVP race between New York Yankees' Aaron Judge & Seattle Mariners' Cal Raleigh, and we dive into the Washington Nationals' shake-up as they clean house ahead of the trade deadline & MLB Draft. Also, Ben updates his weekly MLB Power Rankings! Chapters:00:00 Intro02:00 MLB All-Star Game Snubs13:40 AL MVP Race21:00 Nationals Clean House30:00 MLB Power Rankings36:00 Fanduel Best Bets38:15 Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    42 m
  • CLAYTON KERSHAW'S 3,000 STRIKEOUTS?! SKUBAL EXTENSION? + MORE WITH JOHN SMOLTZ

    CLAYTON KERSHAW'S 3,000 STRIKEOUTS?! SKUBAL EXTENSION? + MORE WITH JOHN SMOLTZ
    Jul 3 2025
    Ben Verlander is joined once again by MLB Hall of Famer John Smoltz on Flippin' Bats! The two dive into Clayton Kershaw’s historic march to 3,000 strikeouts — could he be the last pitcher to ever hit that milestone? They also break down why the Detroit Tigers must lock up Tarik Skubal with a long-term extension and what it means for the future of the franchise. Plus, more insights, hot takes, and expert analysis from one of the best minds in baseball. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    13 m
  • IS SHOHEI OHTANI THE NL MVP? + CAN THE METS SURVIVE? + MLB POWER RANKINGS

    IS SHOHEI OHTANI THE NL MVP? + CAN THE METS SURVIVE? + MLB POWER RANKINGS
    Jun 30 2025
    Ben Verlander is back on Flippin' Bats with another must-watch episode! This week, Ben dives into the New York Mets' recent slide — is it time to panic or stay calm? He also breaks down his Top 3 picks for the NL MVP race at the halfway mark, featuring stars like Shohei Ohtani and Pete Crow Armstrong. Plus, get Ben’s updated MLB Power Rankings and his top FanDuel best bets to help you cash in this season. Don’t miss it! CHAPTERS:00:00 INTRO03:30 METS SLIDE11:45 TOP 3 NL MVPS23:00 MLB POWER RANKINGS42:20 FANDUEL BEST BETS44:00 OUTRO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    47 m
  • WHO IS THE AMERICAN LEAGUE MVP: AARON JUDGE OR CAL RALEIGH?

    WHO IS THE AMERICAN LEAGUE MVP: AARON JUDGE OR CAL RALEIGH?
    Jun 26 2025
    MLB Hall of Famer John Smoltz returns to Flippin' Bats with Ben Verlander for a can't-miss episode! The two dive into the heated AL MVP race — is it Yankees slugger Aaron Judge or Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh who deserves the crown? Plus, insider takes, bold predictions, and plenty more from around the league. Don't miss it!!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    17 m
  • SHOHEI OHTANI'S FIRST AS A DODGER! + TOP 3 ROOKIES OF THE YEAR & MLB POWER RANKINGS

    SHOHEI OHTANI'S FIRST AS A DODGER! + TOP 3 ROOKIES OF THE YEAR & MLB POWER RANKINGS
    Jun 23 2025
    Ben Verlander breaks down the big news as Shohei Ohtani makes his mark as a Los Angeles Dodger for the very first time. From Ohtani's historic moment to the top contenders for Rookie of the Year, we’ve got the hottest stories around the league. Plus, we reveal the latest MLB Power Rankings and which teams are rising (or falling) fast on this week's episode of Flippin' Bats with Ben Verlander.CHAPTERS:0:00 Intro1:30 East-West Classic At Rickwood5:27 Ohtani’s Pitches & Homers In Dodger Start13:30 Top 3 Rookie of the Year Candidates28:23 MLB Power Rankings36:08 Fanduel Best Bets37:30 Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    41 m