Tim Kurkjian and his son Jeff are back at it again—and this time the hype is all about the incredible World Baseball Classic and one player who says the experience ranks as a career highlight.

With the clocks set back, it means we’re one step closer to the start of the regular season. Tim also shares a few standout young players he had the chance to see during his time in Florida and Arizona.

Then there’s the matter of a Ron Howard appearance. After a recent text exchange with Buck Showalter, it suddenly doesn’t seem so impossible.

Pete Rose also comes up—specifically the stat he might be most proud of. In fact, he was so proud of it that he offered it to Tim without even being asked.

Plus, we rip open some baseball cards and uncover a minor-league moment from Larry Anderson that will absolutely make you smile.

Let’s load the cannon on another great episode. Don’t forget to subscribe wherever you’re listening or watching right now!

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Tim is at Spring Training and fired up to talk about everything he’s seen so far. The impact of the World Baseball Classic is already being felt across clubs, and looming negotiations for the 2027 season are hanging over just about everyone. Tim Kurkjian has exclusive insight on both.

“On This Date” in baseball history inspires a brand-new Team Tim — and it wasn’t an easy roster to build. If we missed someone, drop a comment or head to GreatGameOrWhat.com to message us directly.

Jeff took the lead on baseball cards this week, and it didn’t disappoint. He even pulled from his personal collection, so we’ve got some heavy hitters (and pitchers) featured in this episode.

One quick note: beginning in the 2026 season, we’ll be adjusting our episode schedule to better serve our audience. We’ll still be dropping three episodes a week — just on different days — so stay tuned for the updated lineup. Thanks for listening, and don’t forget to share the show with a friend!

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We said goodbye to an absolute legend, Bill Mazeroski. He also earned a spot on Tim’s All-Defense Team—alongside several other incredibly skilled defenders. We also recapped Jeff’s weekend adventure involving a pool of ice water (a bold but smart move, Jeff).

Eddie Murray was a major topic this week as we celebrated his birthday, along with so many other great baseball birthdays. We also remembered Tony C., lost on this day—perhaps the bravest of them all.

Dave Kingman’s baseball card made an appearance during the show, and honestly, he could probably still play in 2026—though maybe not for the best reasons. Tim shared some special memories from his very first Spring Training, especially fitting as he heads to much warmer weather this week (which we’re all looking forward to).

And next week, we’ve got absolutely MASSIVE news we can’t wait to share. If you’ve been following along, nothing will change for you—and the same goes for anyone new. But be sure to tune in next week for all the details!

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We’re running the full gambit on the show this week with Tim Kurkjian and his son, Jeff. If you’re interested in attending Jeff’s live event, visit GreatGameOrWhat.com for details — we’d love to see you there.

With Spring Training underway, no one is more excited than this father-son duo. We also couldn’t let the day pass without celebrating Michael Jordan’s birthday and debating the best No. 62 of all time — a conversation that certainly delivered.

Plus, we’re taking the “Ober” on Three Cards in the Bathroom.

Tim closes out the show with a beautiful All-Presidents Team for Team Tim. If you’ve created one of your own and want to hear it on the air, head to GreatGameOrWhat.com and submit it today!

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The Super Bowl is DONE, which means for some teams, pitchers and catchers report TODAY! This is what we’ve been waiting for all offseason. Spring Training is here, and this is when our show hits primetime. We can’t thank you enough for being along for the ride — and don’t forget to hit subscribe!

Today, we dive into Tim Kurkjian’s all-time favorite Spring Training stories, featuring warthogs, bicycles, and softball gloves. We also celebrate a few birthdays, including one from Australia (not something you see every day).

We rip some cards and see what we can uncover — always a good time with “Three Cards in the Bathroom.” Tim may be a historian of the game, but there’s one never-achieved matchup he’ll defend forever.

Soak it all in, folks. Spring Training has arrived, and Tim and Jeff Kurkjian are celebrating right along with you. Thanks for listening, and as always, thanks for being part of our family.

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Tim and Jeff Kurkjian can’t help but be fascinated (once again) by the lingering snow from the storm—though their dogs are clearly over it. Big shoutout to our SABR friends in Las Vegas: thanks for having us, and welcome to the family to those who are new!

Jeff quizzes Tim on Grammy nominees and winners, and surprisingly, Tim holds his own. How would you have done? If you love this country, you’ll love Team Tim, as we take a tour through America’s cities. We also dive into two major free-agent signings, with Tim breaking down the impact of Eugenio Suárez and Luis Arraez.

And don’t even mention Pinewood Derby to Tim—or karate to Jeff—trust us, both are sore subjects. We also reminisce about some great players, including the “tenth man,” Will Clark (you’ll have to tune in to find out what that means).

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SNOWED IN! We had a blast recording this episode from home—both of us snowed in (outside, of course). Tim was rescued by the plows just in time to hit record. Jeff, meanwhile, somehow still made it to his full-time job.

On This Date in Baseball History, we tip our caps to “my man” and Harold Reynolds. And whenever Tim breaks out the cards, you know it’s going to be a good time. We also settle the debate on the greatest player to wear No. 59—and yes, it’s a current player!

Plus, a puzzling story from Tim involving his grandson proves that even a guy with a massive baseball brain can struggle when it comes to actual puzzles.

All this and more on this week’s edition of Is This a Great Game, or What?

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Carlos Beltrán and Andruw Jones will join Jeff Kent as the National Baseball Hall of Fame Class of 2026. Longtime Hall of Fame voter Tim Kurkjian weighs in with his thoughts, including the one other player he voted for who fell short this year.

We break down Beltrán’s playoff performances, along with the lingering controversy surrounding sign-stealing. For Jones, we marvel once again at his elite center-field defense and his remarkable youth—highlighted by hitting two home runs in Game 1 of the World Series at just 19 years old. Incredible.

The conversation continues with stories surrounding a notable retirement and the unfortunate passing of a pitching great. Tim also presses on toward No. 99 in his countdown of the best players to wear each uniform number. And this week, Team Tim takes advantage of a current weakness in Jeff’s life.

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