http://odeo.com/channels/268993-Baseball-Zealot-Radio ThomasNelshoppen no A weekly baseball talk show with occasional interviews. A weekly baseball talk show with occasional interviews. Bringing Baseball Analysis to your Ears en 40 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 21:31:52 -0700 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 21:31:52 -0700 http://odeo.com/episodes/23113963-046-Interview-with-Erik-Manning-of-FutureRedbirds-net Show Notes for Episode 46: Hosts: Tom Summary:    Erik Manning from FutureRedbirds.net is my guest.  Erik talks about Future Redbirds and what his website is all about.  He then gives his analysis of the Cardinals' farm system.  Finally, Erik does touch on the Cardinals' big league team and talk about their chances in 2008. Time: 31:53 Date Recorded: 7:24/08 (Click Podcast icon to listen to the show) Listen to the show via iTunes! Show Notes for Episode 46: Hosts: Tom Summary:    Erik Manning from FutureRedbirds.net is my guest.  Erik talks about Future Redbirds and what his website is all about.  He then gives his analysis of the Cardinals' farm system.  Finally, Erik does touch on the Cardinals' big league team and talk about their chances in 2008. Time: 31:53 Date Recorded: 7:24/08 (Click Podcast icon to listen to the show) Listen to the show via iTunes! Show Notes for Episode 46: Hosts: Tom Summary:    Erik Manning from FutureRedbirds.net is my guest.  Erik talks about Future Redbirds and what his website is all about.  He then gives his analysis of the Cardinals' farm system.  Finally, Erik does touch on the Cardinals' big league team and talk about their chances in 2008. Time: 31:53 Date Recorded: 7:24/08 (Click Podcast icon to listen to the show) Listen to the show via iTunes! tag:odeo.com,2008-07-24,23113963 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 21:31:52 -0700 no Baseball Zealot Radio http://odeo.com/episodes/23082412-045-Trade-Talk-and-All-Star-Jabbering Show Notes for Episode 45: Hosts: Tom and Todd Summary:    On the night before the All-Star Game, Todd and Tom discuss the Brewers and Cubs trades for starting pitching then hit on the All-Star voting.  We then do a quick wrap up of the MLB division by division.    Time: 41:46 Date Recorded: 7:14/08 (Click Podcast icon to listen to the show) Listen to the show via iTunes! Show Notes for Episode 45: Hosts: Tom and Todd Summary:    On the night before the All-Star Game, Todd and Tom discuss the Brewers and Cubs trades for starting pitching then hit on the All-Star voting.  We then do a quick wrap up of the MLB division by division.    Time: 41:46 Date Recorded: 7:14/08 (Click Podcast icon to listen to the show) Listen to the show via iTunes! Show Notes for Episode 45: Hosts: Tom and Todd Summary:    On the night before the All-Star Game, Todd and Tom discuss the Brewers and Cubs trades for starting pitching then hit on the All-Star voting.  We then do a quick wrap up of the MLB division by division.    Time: 41:46 Date Recorded: 7:14/08 (Click Podcast icon to listen to the show) Listen to the show via iTunes! tag:odeo.com,2008-07-15,23082412 Tue, 15 Jul 2008 19:22:26 -0700 no Baseball Zealot Radio http://odeo.com/episodes/22618970-044-Interview-with-Erick-Robertson-of-Simyard Show Notes for Episode 44: Hosts: Tom Summary:    It's been a while since we've put out a show but this is a good one.  Teddy Ballgame and CLuke put me in touch with Erick Robertson who is a programmer who has created an online fantasy baseball "universe".  I took the time to create a login at Sim Yard and it looks pretty interesting.  It allows people to create teams of players and and build franchises.  It's a brand new project so we thought we get Erick on the show to talk about it.  Using the best marketing tool out there, viral marketing, Sim Yard lets people play for free for as long as they want.  Of course, if you want to build a franchise, the subscription route is the way to go.  Erick explains that Sim Yard is not just about winning the game but also developing your ballclub and increasing your franchise revenue.   While we were emailing each other about logistics, Erick told me he had the chance to watch mo... Show Notes for Episode 44: Hosts: Tom Summary:    It's been a while since we've put out a show but this is a good one.  Teddy Ballgame and CLuke put me in touch with Erick Robertson who is a programmer who has created an online fantasy baseball "universe".  I took the time to create a login at Sim Yard and it looks pretty interesting.  It allows people to create teams of players and and build franchises.  It's a brand new project so we thought we get Erick on the show to talk about it.  Using the best marketing tool out there, viral marketing, Sim Yard lets people play for free for as long as they want.  Of course, if you want to build a franchise, the subscription route is the way to go.  Erick explains that Sim Yard is not just about winning the game but also developing your ballclub and increasing your franchise revenue.   While we were emailing each other about logistics, Erick told me he had the chance to watch more than a few baseball games while in Japan.  Not only that, he took part in one of Hanshin Tigers' cheerleading organizations.  So I couldn't pass up the chance to ask Erick about his experience with Japanese baseball from a fan's perspective.  Finally, Erick is a Cubs fan so we  wrap up the show trying not to get too giddy about the Cubs' latest successes.  Thanks to Erick for being on the show! Time: 49:21 Date Recorded: 6:15/08 (Click Podcast icon to listen to the show) Listen to the show via iTunes! Show Notes for Episode 44: Hosts: Tom Summary:    It's been a while since we've put out a show but this is a good one.  Teddy Ballgame and CLuke put me in touch with Erick Robertson who is a programmer who has created an online fantasy baseball "universe".  I took the time to create a login at Sim Yard and it looks pretty interesting.  It allows people to create teams of players and and build franchises.  It's a brand new project so we thought we get Erick on the show to talk about it.  Using the best marketing tool out there, viral marketing, Sim Yard lets people play for free for as long as they want.  Of course, if you want to build a franchise, the subscription route is the way to go.  Erick explains that Sim Yard is not just about winning the game but also developing your ballclub and increasing your franchise revenue.   While we were emailing each other about logistics, Erick told me he had the chance to watch more than a few baseball games while in Japan.  Not only that, he took part in one of Hanshin Tigers' cheerleading organizations.  So I couldn't pass up the chance to ask Erick about his experience with Japanese baseball from a fan's perspective.  Finally, Erick is a Cubs fan so we  wrap up the show trying not to get too giddy about the Cubs' latest successes.  Thanks to Erick for being on the show! Time: 49:21 Date Recorded: 6:15/08 (Click Podcast icon to listen to the show) Listen to the show via iTunes! tag:odeo.com,2008-06-16,22618970 Mon, 16 Jun 2008 17:23:28 -0700 no Baseball Zealot Radio http://odeo.com/episodes/18678313-043-First-BZR-Roundtable-of-2008-season tag:odeo.com,2008-04-08,18678313 Tue, 08 Apr 2008 03:12:30 -0700 no Baseball Zealot Radio http://odeo.com/episodes/25404577-043-First-BZR-Roundtable-of-2008-season Show Notes for Episode 43: Hosts: Tom, Tedd, Chuck Summary:   Our first roundtable of the year.  Tom, Todd, and Chuck discuss the first week of Major League Baseball with special emphasis on the Pittsburgh Pirates, Chicago White Sox and Chicago Cubs. We get a few words in about the University of Illinois baseball team, too. Time: 45:38 Date Recorded: 4/6/08 (Click Podcast icon to listen to the show) Listen to the show via iTunes! Show Notes for Episode 43: Hosts: Tom, Tedd, Chuck Summary:   Our first roundtable of the year.  Tom, Todd, and Chuck discuss the first week of Major League Baseball with special emphasis on the Pittsburgh Pirates, Chicago White Sox and Chicago Cubs. We get a few words in about the University of Illinois baseball team, too. Time: 45:38 Date Recorded: 4/6/08 (Click Podcast icon to listen to the show) Listen to the show via iTunes! Show Notes for Episode 43: Hosts: Tom, Tedd, Chuck Summary:   Our first roundtable of the year.  Tom, Todd, and Chuck discuss the first week of Major League Baseball with special emphasis on the Pittsburgh Pirates, Chicago White Sox and Chicago Cubs. We get a few words in about the University of Illinois baseball team, too. Time: 45:38 Date Recorded: 4/6/08 (Click Podcast icon to listen to the show) Listen to the show via iTunes! tag:odeo.com,2008-04-07,25404577 Mon, 07 Apr 2008 20:12:30 -0700 no Baseball Zealot Radio http://odeo.com/episodes/22332005-043-First-BZR-Roundtable-of-2008-season Show Notes for Episode 43: Hosts: Tom, Tedd, Chuck Summary:   Our first roundtable of the year.  Tom, Todd, and Chuck discuss the first week of Major League Baseball with special emphasis on the Pittsburgh Pirates, Chicago White Sox and Chicago Cubs. We get a few words in about the University of Illinois baseball team, too. Time: 45:38 Date Recorded: 4/6/08 (Click Podcast icon to listen to the show) Listen to the show via iTunes! Show Notes for Episode 43: Hosts: Tom, Tedd, Chuck Summary:   Our first roundtable of the year.  Tom, Todd, and Chuck discuss the first week of Major League Baseball with special emphasis on the Pittsburgh Pirates, Chicago White Sox and Chicago Cubs. We get a few words in about the University of Illinois baseball team, too. Time: 45:38 Date Recorded: 4/6/08 (Click Podcast icon to listen to the show) Listen to the show via iTunes! Show Notes for Episode 43: Hosts: Tom, Tedd, Chuck Summary:   Our first roundtable of the year.  Tom, Todd, and Chuck discuss the first week of Major League Baseball with special emphasis on the Pittsburgh Pirates, Chicago White Sox and Chicago Cubs. We get a few words in about the University of Illinois baseball team, too. Time: 45:38 Date Recorded: 4/6/08 (Click Podcast icon to listen to the show) Listen to the show via iTunes! tag:odeo.com,2008-04-07,22332005 Mon, 07 Apr 2008 19:12:30 -0700 no Baseball Zealot Radio http://odeo.com/episodes/18678283-042-Interview-with-Tigers-Minor-Leaguer-Shawn-Roof tag:odeo.com,2008-03-07,18678283 Fri, 07 Mar 2008 04:32:17 -0800 no Baseball Zealot Radio http://odeo.com/episodes/22211726-042-Interview-with-Tigers-Minor-Leaguer-Shawn-Roof Show Notes for Episode 42: Hosts: Tom Summary:   In a special show, I interview Shawn Roof.  Roof is a former Illini who was drafted into the Detroit Tigers organization in 2007.  He talks to us from the Tigers spring training camp in Lakeland, Florida.  Roof talks about life in the minor leagues, his daily routine in spring training now and his thoughts on his old alum, University of Illinois and their chances in 2008. Time: 16:33 Date Recorded: 3/6/08 (Click Podcast icon to listen to the show) Listen to the show via iTunes! Show Notes for Episode 42: Hosts: Tom Summary:   In a special show, I interview Shawn Roof.  Roof is a former Illini who was drafted into the Detroit Tigers organization in 2007.  He talks to us from the Tigers spring training camp in Lakeland, Florida.  Roof talks about life in the minor leagues, his daily routine in spring training now and his thoughts on his old alum, University of Illinois and their chances in 2008. Time: 16:33 Date Recorded: 3/6/08 (Click Podcast icon to listen to the show) Listen to the show via iTunes! Show Notes for Episode 42: Hosts: Tom Summary:   In a special show, I interview Shawn Roof.  Roof is a former Illini who was drafted into the Detroit Tigers organization in 2007.  He talks to us from the Tigers spring training camp in Lakeland, Florida.  Roof talks about life in the minor leagues, his daily routine in spring training now and his thoughts on his old alum, University of Illinois and their chances in 2008. Time: 16:33 Date Recorded: 3/6/08 (Click Podcast icon to listen to the show) Listen to the show via iTunes! tag:odeo.com,2008-03-06,22211726 Thu, 06 Mar 2008 20:32:17 -0800 no Baseball Zealot Radio http://odeo.com/episodes/18678243-041-An-update-from-Teddy-Ballgame-from-the-Grapefruit-League tag:odeo.com,2008-03-04,18678243 Tue, 04 Mar 2008 00:21:17 -0800 no Baseball Zealot Radio http://odeo.com/episodes/22211727-041-An-update-from-Teddy-Ballgame-from-the-Grapefruit-League Show Notes for Episode 41: Hosts: Tom and Tedd Summary:   Regular Tedd Mallasch, aka Teddy Ballgame, phones in an interview from Florida where he is enjoying some spring training games.  He updates on what he has seen and who he has talked to. Check out Teddy's daily reports from Florida on The Baseball Zealot. Time: 28:41 Date Recorded: 3/3/08 (Click Podcast icon to listen to the show) Listen to the show via iTunes! Show Notes for Episode 41: Hosts: Tom and Tedd Summary:   Regular Tedd Mallasch, aka Teddy Ballgame, phones in an interview from Florida where he is enjoying some spring training games.  He updates on what he has seen and who he has talked to. Check out Teddy's daily reports from Florida on The Baseball Zealot. Time: 28:41 Date Recorded: 3/3/08 (Click Podcast icon to listen to the show) Listen to the show via iTunes! Show Notes for Episode 41: Hosts: Tom and Tedd Summary:   Regular Tedd Mallasch, aka Teddy Ballgame, phones in an interview from Florida where he is enjoying some spring training games.  He updates on what he has seen and who he has talked to. Check out Teddy's daily reports from Florida on The Baseball Zealot. Time: 28:41 Date Recorded: 3/3/08 (Click Podcast icon to listen to the show) Listen to the show via iTunes! tag:odeo.com,2008-03-03,22211727 Mon, 03 Mar 2008 16:21:17 -0800 no Baseball Zealot Radio http://odeo.com/episodes/18678223-040-Interview-with-Big-Ten-Hardball-s-Brian-DeCaussin tag:odeo.com,2008-02-27,18678223 Wed, 27 Feb 2008 04:46:40 -0800 no Baseball Zealot Radio http://odeo.com/episodes/22211728-040-Interview-with-Big-Ten-Hardball-s-Brian-DeCaussin Show Notes for Episode 40: Hosts: Tom Summary:   I interview Brian DeCaussin from Big Ten Hardball.  Brian reviews the Big Ten baseball teams and we take a look at the first weekend of Big Ten baseball.  Time: 26:10 Date Recorded: 2/26/08 (Click Podcast icon to listen to the show) Listen to the show via iTunes! Show Notes for Episode 40: Hosts: Tom Summary:   I interview Brian DeCaussin from Big Ten Hardball.  Brian reviews the Big Ten baseball teams and we take a look at the first weekend of Big Ten baseball.  Time: 26:10 Date Recorded: 2/26/08 (Click Podcast icon to listen to the show) Listen to the show via iTunes! Show Notes for Episode 40: Hosts: Tom Summary:   I interview Brian DeCaussin from Big Ten Hardball.  Brian reviews the Big Ten baseball teams and we take a look at the first weekend of Big Ten baseball.  Time: 26:10 Date Recorded: 2/26/08 (Click Podcast icon to listen to the show) Listen to the show via iTunes! tag:odeo.com,2008-02-26,22211728 Tue, 26 Feb 2008 20:46:40 -0800 no Baseball Zealot Radio http://odeo.com/episodes/18678203-039-Spring-Training-is-here-Todd-and-I-catch-up tag:odeo.com,2008-02-19,18678203 Tue, 19 Feb 2008 06:11:46 -0800 no Baseball Zealot Radio http://odeo.com/episodes/22211729-039-Spring-Training-is-here-Todd-and-I-catch-up Show Notes for Episode 39: Hosts: Tom and Todd  Summary:   With Spring Training beginning this week, Todd and I chat about the latest in baseball news,  We cover the Pittsburgh Pirates, the Roger Clemens ordeal, Alfonso Soriano, and a few of the trades and signings in the off-season.    Time: 45:10 Date Recorded: 2/17/08 (Click Podcast icon to listen to the show) Listen to the show via iTunes! Show Notes for Episode 39: Hosts: Tom and Todd  Summary:   With Spring Training beginning this week, Todd and I chat about the latest in baseball news,  We cover the Pittsburgh Pirates, the Roger Clemens ordeal, Alfonso Soriano, and a few of the trades and signings in the off-season.    Time: 45:10 Date Recorded: 2/17/08 (Click Podcast icon to listen to the show) Listen to the show via iTunes! Show Notes for Episode 39: Hosts: Tom and Todd  Summary:   With Spring Training beginning this week, Todd and I chat about the latest in baseball news,  We cover the Pittsburgh Pirates, the Roger Clemens ordeal, Alfonso Soriano, and a few of the trades and signings in the off-season.    Time: 45:10 Date Recorded: 2/17/08 (Click Podcast icon to listen to the show) Listen to the show via iTunes! tag:odeo.com,2008-02-18,22211729 Mon, 18 Feb 2008 22:11:46 -0800 no Baseball Zealot Radio http://odeo.com/episodes/18678163-038-Interview-with-The-College-Baseball-Blog-s-Brian-Foley tag:odeo.com,2008-02-12,18678163 Tue, 12 Feb 2008 01:06:49 -0800 no Baseball Zealot Radio http://odeo.com/episodes/22211730-038-Interview-with-The-College-Baseball-Blog-s-Brian-Foley Show Notes for Episode 38: Hosts: Tom: Summary:   I interview Brian Foley from The College Baseball Blog.  Brian chats a bit how The College Blog came about, sums up the 2007 college postseason and gives us a pre-season look at this year's college baseball.  Finally, we discuss where college baseball is headed as a college sport. Links:  The College Baseball Blog Time: 28:39 Date Recorded: 2/10/08 (Click Podcast icon to listen to the show) Listen to the show via iTunes! Show Notes for Episode 38: Hosts: Tom: Summary:   I interview Brian Foley from The College Baseball Blog.  Brian chats a bit how The College Blog came about, sums up the 2007 college postseason and gives us a pre-season look at this year's college baseball.  Finally, we discuss where college baseball is headed as a college sport. Links:  The College Baseball Blog Time: 28:39 Date Recorded: 2/10/08 (Click Podcast icon to listen to the show) Listen to the show via iTunes! Show Notes for Episode 38: Hosts: Tom: Summary:   I interview Brian Foley from The College Baseball Blog.  Brian chats a bit how The College Blog came about, sums up the 2007 college postseason and gives us a pre-season look at this year's college baseball.  Finally, we discuss where college baseball is headed as a college sport. Links:  The College Baseball Blog Time: 28:39 Date Recorded: 2/10/08 (Click Podcast icon to listen to the show) Listen to the show via iTunes! tag:odeo.com,2008-02-11,22211730 Mon, 11 Feb 2008 17:06:49 -0800 no Baseball Zealot Radio http://odeo.com/episodes/18678133-037-Interview-with-Haunted-Baseball-author-Dan-Gordon tag:odeo.com,2008-02-06,18678133 Wed, 06 Feb 2008 04:58:46 -0800 no Baseball Zealot Radio http://odeo.com/episodes/22211731-037-Interview-with-Haunted-Baseball-author-Dan-Gordon Show Notes for Episode 37: Hosts: Tom: Summary:  In this week's show, I interview author Dan Gordon who has just come out with his book, Haunted Baseball:  Ghosts, Curses, Legends and Eerie Events with co-author Mickey Bradley.  Dan talks about the impetus to write his book and relates some of the stories he heard when he and Mickey interviewed hundreds of baseball players in researching the book. Links:  Haunted Baseball book web site Haunted Baseball review on The Baseball Zealot Time: 22:28 Date Recorded: 2/5/08 (Click Podcast icon to listen to the show) Listen to the show via iTunes! Show Notes for Episode 37: Hosts: Tom: Summary:  In this week's show, I interview author Dan Gordon who has just come out with his book, Haunted Baseball:  Ghosts, Curses, Legends and Eerie Events with co-author Mickey Bradley.  Dan talks about the impetus to write his book and relates some of the stories he heard when he and Mickey interviewed hundreds of baseball players in researching the book. Links:  Haunted Baseball book web site Haunted Baseball review on The Baseball Zealot Time: 22:28 Date Recorded: 2/5/08 (Click Podcast icon to listen to the show) Listen to the show via iTunes! Show Notes for Episode 37: Hosts: Tom: Summary:  In this week's show, I interview author Dan Gordon who has just come out with his book, Haunted Baseball:  Ghosts, Curses, Legends and Eerie Events with co-author Mickey Bradley.  Dan talks about the impetus to write his book and relates some of the stories he heard when he and Mickey interviewed hundreds of baseball players in researching the book. Links:  Haunted Baseball book web site Haunted Baseball review on The Baseball Zealot Time: 22:28 Date Recorded: 2/5/08 (Click Podcast icon to listen to the show) Listen to the show via iTunes! tag:odeo.com,2008-02-05,22211731 Tue, 05 Feb 2008 20:58:46 -0800 no Baseball Zealot Radio http://odeo.com/episodes/18678123-036-Interview-with-Tim-Dierkes-of-MLB-Trade-Rumors-and-Roto-Authority tag:odeo.com,2008-01-31,18678123 Thu, 31 Jan 2008 04:55:00 -0800 no Baseball Zealot Radio http://odeo.com/episodes/22211732-036-Interview-with-Tim-Dierkes-of-MLB-Trade-Rumors-and-Roto-Authority Show Notes for Episode 36: Hosts: Tom: Summary:  Tim Dierkes is our guest for our first episode of 2008.  Tim has two web sites, MLBTradeRumors.com and RotoAuthority.com.  He talks a bit about his background and his work with both sites.      We then talk about some of the pressing hot stove issues including Johan Santana, Erik Bedard, and Joe Crede.  Time: 21:35 Date Recorded: 1/30/08 (Click Podcast icon to listen to the show) Listen to the show via iTunes! Show Notes for Episode 36: Hosts: Tom: Summary:  Tim Dierkes is our guest for our first episode of 2008.  Tim has two web sites, MLBTradeRumors.com and RotoAuthority.com.  He talks a bit about his background and his work with both sites.      We then talk about some of the pressing hot stove issues including Johan Santana, Erik Bedard, and Joe Crede.  Time: 21:35 Date Recorded: 1/30/08 (Click Podcast icon to listen to the show) Listen to the show via iTunes! Show Notes for Episode 36: Hosts: Tom: Summary:  Tim Dierkes is our guest for our first episode of 2008.  Tim has two web sites, MLBTradeRumors.com and RotoAuthority.com.  He talks a bit about his background and his work with both sites.      We then talk about some of the pressing hot stove issues including Johan Santana, Erik Bedard, and Joe Crede.  Time: 21:35 Date Recorded: 1/30/08 (Click Podcast icon to listen to the show) Listen to the show via iTunes! tag:odeo.com,2008-01-30,22211732 Wed, 30 Jan 2008 20:55:00 -0800 no Baseball Zealot Radio http://odeo.com/episodes/18678103-035-Frick-Awards-Veterans-Committee-and-Hot-Stove tag:odeo.com,2007-12-11,18678103 Tue, 11 Dec 2007 01:23:31 -0800 no Baseball Zealot Radio http://odeo.com/episodes/22211733-035-Frick-Awards-Veterans-Committee-and-Hot-Stove Show Notes for Episode 35: Hosts: Tom, Chuck, Todd: Summary:      It's December but there has been a lot of baseball news lately.  Todd, Chuck and I discuss the Ford Frick ballot, the Veterans Committee selections for the HOF as well as the latest trades and signings in light of the Winter Meetings.  Links we talked about:  2008 Cubs Convention  2008 PirateFest 2008 SoxFest Time: 48:35 Date Recorded: 12/9/07 (Click Podcast icon to listen to the show) Listen to the show via iTunes! Show Notes for Episode 35: Hosts: Tom, Chuck, Todd: Summary:      It's December but there has been a lot of baseball news lately.  Todd, Chuck and I discuss the Ford Frick ballot, the Veterans Committee selections for the HOF as well as the latest trades and signings in light of the Winter Meetings.  Links we talked about:  2008 Cubs Convention  2008 PirateFest 2008 SoxFest Time: 48:35 Date Recorded: 12/9/07 (Click Podcast icon to listen to the show) Listen to the show via iTunes! Show Notes for Episode 35: Hosts: Tom, Chuck, Todd: Summary:      It's December but there has been a lot of baseball news lately.  Todd, Chuck and I discuss the Ford Frick ballot, the Veterans Committee selections for the HOF as well as the latest trades and signings in light of the Winter Meetings.  Links we talked about:  2008 Cubs Convention  2008 PirateFest 2008 SoxFest Time: 48:35 Date Recorded: 12/9/07 (Click Podcast icon to listen to the show) Listen to the show via iTunes! tag:odeo.com,2007-12-10,22211733 Mon, 10 Dec 2007 17:23:31 -0800 no Baseball Zealot Radio http://odeo.com/episodes/18678083-034-Covering-the-MLB-Awards tag:odeo.com,2007-11-19,18678083 Mon, 19 Nov 2007 05:02:47 -0800 no Baseball Zealot Radio http://odeo.com/episodes/22211734-034-Covering-the-MLB-Awards Show Notes for Episode 34: Hosts: Tom, Chuck: Summary:     Chuck and I review the Gold Glove, Rookie of the Year, Manager of the Year, and Cy Young awards.  We take a look forward to the MVP award next week.  An email that we get prompts some discussion about the 1922 St Louis Browns.  The Veterans Committee is voting on executives and managers so we give our opinions.  Also, the Ford Frick voting is near and fans can help narrow the selection.  Chuck and I discuss what it means exactly to be in the Hall of Fame.  Links we talked about:  Bob Bavasi's Guide to Japanese Baseball Veterans Committee Ballots Announced 2008 Ford Frick Award Time: 51:26 Date Recorded: 11/18/07 (Click Podcast icon to listen to the show) Listen to the show via iTunes! Show Notes for Episode 34: Hosts: Tom, Chuck: Summary:     Chuck and I review the Gold Glove, Rookie of the Year, Manager of the Year, and Cy Young awards.  We take a look forward to the MVP award next week.  An email that we get prompts some discussion about the 1922 St Louis Browns.  The Veterans Committee is voting on executives and managers so we give our opinions.  Also, the Ford Frick voting is near and fans can help narrow the selection.  Chuck and I discuss what it means exactly to be in the Hall of Fame.  Links we talked about:  Bob Bavasi's Guide to Japanese Baseball Veterans Committee Ballots Announced 2008 Ford Frick Award Time: 51:26 Date Recorded: 11/18/07 (Click Podcast icon to listen to the show) Listen to the show via iTunes! Show Notes for Episode 34: Hosts: Tom, Chuck: Summary:     Chuck and I review the Gold Glove, Rookie of the Year, Manager of the Year, and Cy Young awards.  We take a look forward to the MVP award next week.  An email that we get prompts some discussion about the 1922 St Louis Browns.  The Veterans Committee is voting on executives and managers so we give our opinions.  Also, the Ford Frick voting is near and fans can help narrow the selection.  Chuck and I discuss what it means exactly to be in the Hall of Fame.  Links we talked about:  Bob Bavasi's Guide to Japanese Baseball Veterans Committee Ballots Announced 2008 Ford Frick Award Time: 51:26 Date Recorded: 11/18/07 (Click Podcast icon to listen to the show) Listen to the show via iTunes! tag:odeo.com,2007-11-18,22211734 Sun, 18 Nov 2007 21:02:47 -0800 no Baseball Zealot Radio http://odeo.com/episodes/18678073-033-Teddy-Ballgame-reports-on-the-Arizona-Fall-League tag:odeo.com,2007-11-02,18678073 Fri, 02 Nov 2007 16:57:57 -0700 no Baseball Zealot Radio http://odeo.com/episodes/25404578-033-Teddy-Ballgame-reports-on-the-Arizona-Fall-League Show Notes for Episode 33: Hosts: Tom, Tedd: Summary:     Teddy's back from the warm climate of Arizona where he caught some Arizona Fall League action.  In Show 33, he gives his scouting report of the players he saw and an overall summary of his trip.  A-Rod is one of Teddy Ballgame's favorite players so we managed to hit on the topic of his departure from the Yankees as well. We aren't always graced by Teddy smooth voice (he says he has a face meant for radio) and sharp analysis so take advantage of his appearance on this show and take a listen.  Links:  Arizona Fall League main web page Teddy Ballgame's report on his trip to the AFL on The Baseball Zealot Teddy mentioned a few AFL players (Joe Savery and Andrew McCutchen) that were keeping player blogs.  You can access these players' blogs and others on the AFL's 2007 Player Journals page. Time: 35:44 Date Recorded: 11/1/07 (Click Podcast icon to listen to... Show Notes for Episode 33: Hosts: Tom, Tedd: Summary:     Teddy's back from the warm climate of Arizona where he caught some Arizona Fall League action.  In Show 33, he gives his scouting report of the players he saw and an overall summary of his trip.  A-Rod is one of Teddy Ballgame's favorite players so we managed to hit on the topic of his departure from the Yankees as well. We aren't always graced by Teddy smooth voice (he says he has a face meant for radio) and sharp analysis so take advantage of his appearance on this show and take a listen.  Links:  Arizona Fall League main web page Teddy Ballgame's report on his trip to the AFL on The Baseball Zealot Teddy mentioned a few AFL players (Joe Savery and Andrew McCutchen) that were keeping player blogs.  You can access these players' blogs and others on the AFL's 2007 Player Journals page. Time: 35:44 Date Recorded: 11/1/07 (Click Podcast icon to listen to the show) Listen to the show via iTunes! Show Notes for Episode 33: Hosts: Tom, Tedd: Summary:     Teddy's back from the warm climate of Arizona where he caught some Arizona Fall League action.  In Show 33, he gives his scouting report of the players he saw and an overall summary of his trip.  A-Rod is one of Teddy Ballgame's favorite players so we managed to hit on the topic of his departure from the Yankees as well. We aren't always graced by Teddy smooth voice (he says he has a face meant for radio) and sharp analysis so take advantage of his appearance on this show and take a listen.  Links:  Arizona Fall League main web page Teddy Ballgame's report on his trip to the AFL on The Baseball Zealot Teddy mentioned a few AFL players (Joe Savery and Andrew McCutchen) that were keeping player blogs.  You can access these players' blogs and others on the AFL's 2007 Player Journals page. Time: 35:44 Date Recorded: 11/1/07 (Click Podcast icon to listen to the show) Listen to the show via iTunes! tag:odeo.com,2007-11-02,25404578 Fri, 02 Nov 2007 09:57:57 -0700 no Baseball Zealot Radio http://odeo.com/episodes/22211735-033-Teddy-Ballgame-reports-on-the-Arizona-Fall-League Show Notes for Episode 33: Hosts: Tom, Tedd: Summary:     Teddy's back from the warm climate of Arizona where he caught some Arizona Fall League action.  In Show 33, he gives his scouting report of the players he saw and an overall summary of his trip.  A-Rod is one of Teddy Ballgame's favorite players so we managed to hit on the topic of his departure from the Yankees as well. We aren't always graced by Teddy smooth voice (he says he has a face meant for radio) and sharp analysis so take advantage of his appearance on this show and take a listen.  Links:  Arizona Fall League main web page Teddy Ballgame's report on his trip to the AFL on The Baseball Zealot Teddy mentioned a few AFL players (Joe Savery and Andrew McCutchen) that were keeping player blogs.  You can access these players' blogs and others on the AFL's 2007 Player Journals page. Time: 35:44 Date Recorded: 11/1/07 (Click Podcast icon to listen to... Show Notes for Episode 33: Hosts: Tom, Tedd: Summary:     Teddy's back from the warm climate of Arizona where he caught some Arizona Fall League action.  In Show 33, he gives his scouting report of the players he saw and an overall summary of his trip.  A-Rod is one of Teddy Ballgame's favorite players so we managed to hit on the topic of his departure from the Yankees as well. We aren't always graced by Teddy smooth voice (he says he has a face meant for radio) and sharp analysis so take advantage of his appearance on this show and take a listen.  Links:  Arizona Fall League main web page Teddy Ballgame's report on his trip to the AFL on The Baseball Zealot Teddy mentioned a few AFL players (Joe Savery and Andrew McCutchen) that were keeping player blogs.  You can access these players' blogs and others on the AFL's 2007 Player Journals page. Time: 35:44 Date Recorded: 11/1/07 (Click Podcast icon to listen to the show) Listen to the show via iTunes! Show Notes for Episode 33: Hosts: Tom, Tedd: Summary:     Teddy's back from the warm climate of Arizona where he caught some Arizona Fall League action.  In Show 33, he gives his scouting report of the players he saw and an overall summary of his trip.  A-Rod is one of Teddy Ballgame's favorite players so we managed to hit on the topic of his departure from the Yankees as well. We aren't always graced by Teddy smooth voice (he says he has a face meant for radio) and sharp analysis so take advantage of his appearance on this show and take a listen.  Links:  Arizona Fall League main web page Teddy Ballgame's report on his trip to the AFL on The Baseball Zealot Teddy mentioned a few AFL players (Joe Savery and Andrew McCutchen) that were keeping player blogs.  You can access these players' blogs and others on the AFL's 2007 Player Journals page. Time: 35:44 Date Recorded: 11/1/07 (Click Podcast icon to listen to the show) Listen to the show via iTunes! tag:odeo.com,2007-11-02,22211735 Fri, 02 Nov 2007 08:57:57 -0700 no Baseball Zealot Radio http://odeo.com/episodes/18678043-032-Pre-Postseason-Roundtable tag:odeo.com,2007-10-03,18678043 Wed, 03 Oct 2007 01:25:27 -0700 no Baseball Zealot Radio http://odeo.com/episodes/22211736-032-Pre-Postseason-Roundtable Show Notes for Episode 32: Hosts: Tom, Chuck, Todd Summary:     After Todd tells how happy he is about the Littlefield leaving the Pirates, we discuss the upcoming postseason.  We give our opinions on who will go on and who won't.   Thanks for listening!! Time: 46:19 Date Recorded: 9/30/07 (Click Podcast icon to listen to the show) Listen to the show via iTunes! Show Notes for Episode 32: Hosts: Tom, Chuck, Todd Summary:     After Todd tells how happy he is about the Littlefield leaving the Pirates, we discuss the upcoming postseason.  We give our opinions on who will go on and who won't.   Thanks for listening!! Time: 46:19 Date Recorded: 9/30/07 (Click Podcast icon to listen to the show) Listen to the show via iTunes! Show Notes for Episode 32: Hosts: Tom, Chuck, Todd Summary:     After Todd tells how happy he is about the Littlefield leaving the Pirates, we discuss the upcoming postseason.  We give our opinions on who will go on and who won't.   Thanks for listening!! Time: 46:19 Date Recorded: 9/30/07 (Click Podcast icon to listen to the show) Listen to the show via iTunes! tag:odeo.com,2007-10-02,22211736 Tue, 02 Oct 2007 18:25:27 -0700 no Baseball Zealot Radio http://odeo.com/episodes/18678023-031-Cubs-Chat-II-Keepin-it-Positive tag:odeo.com,2007-09-28,18678023 Fri, 28 Sep 2007 06:27:28 -0700 no Baseball Zealot Radio http://odeo.com/episodes/22211737-031-Cubs-Chat-II-Keepin-it-Positive Show Notes for Episode 31: Hosts: Tom, Alex, Tyler Summary:     Alex Breen and Tyler Davis are back for more Cubs analysis  We cover the last week's series and look forward to the last series of the year with the Reds.  Also, we discuss which players Lou might take to the postseason.   Thanks for listening!! Time: 31:46 Date Recorded: 9/28/07 (Click Podcast icon to listen to the show) Listen to the show via iTunes!   Show Notes for Episode 31: Hosts: Tom, Alex, Tyler Summary:     Alex Breen and Tyler Davis are back for more Cubs analysis  We cover the last week's series and look forward to the last series of the year with the Reds.  Also, we discuss which players Lou might take to the postseason.   Thanks for listening!! Time: 31:46 Date Recorded: 9/28/07 (Click Podcast icon to listen to the show) Listen to the show via iTunes!   Show Notes for Episode 31: Hosts: Tom, Alex, Tyler Summary:     Alex Breen and Tyler Davis are back for more Cubs analysis  We cover the last week's series and look forward to the last series of the year with the Reds.  Also, we discuss which players Lou might take to the postseason.   Thanks for listening!! Time: 31:46 Date Recorded: 9/28/07 (Click Podcast icon to listen to the show) Listen to the show via iTunes!   tag:odeo.com,2007-09-27,22211737 Thu, 27 Sep 2007 23:27:28 -0700 no Baseball Zealot Radio http://odeo.com/episodes/18678003-030-Cubs-Chat tag:odeo.com,2007-09-22,18678003 Sat, 22 Sep 2007 00:30:15 -0700 no Baseball Zealot Radio http://odeo.com/episodes/22211738-030-Cubs-Chat Show Notes for Episode 30: Hosts: Tom, Alex, Tyler Summary:     It's crunch time for the Cubs so I bring on Cub fans Alex Breen and Tyler Davis as guest hosts.  We discuss the Cubs' improved pitching staff, Lou Piniella's shaving habits, and decide who we would choose for this year's Cub MVP.  We had so much fun, BZR might invite those two back again. Links: Here is the info you need if you're interested in getting tix for the NLDS. Thanks for listening!! Time: 31:21 Date Recorded: 9/20/07 (Click Podcast icon to listen to the show) Listen to the show via iTunes! Show Notes for Episode 30: Hosts: Tom, Alex, Tyler Summary:     It's crunch time for the Cubs so I bring on Cub fans Alex Breen and Tyler Davis as guest hosts.  We discuss the Cubs' improved pitching staff, Lou Piniella's shaving habits, and decide who we would choose for this year's Cub MVP.  We had so much fun, BZR might invite those two back again. Links: Here is the info you need if you're interested in getting tix for the NLDS. Thanks for listening!! Time: 31:21 Date Recorded: 9/20/07 (Click Podcast icon to listen to the show) Listen to the show via iTunes! Show Notes for Episode 30: Hosts: Tom, Alex, Tyler Summary:     It's crunch time for the Cubs so I bring on Cub fans Alex Breen and Tyler Davis as guest hosts.  We discuss the Cubs' improved pitching staff, Lou Piniella's shaving habits, and decide who we would choose for this year's Cub MVP.  We had so much fun, BZR might invite those two back again. Links: Here is the info you need if you're interested in getting tix for the NLDS. Thanks for listening!! Time: 31:21 Date Recorded: 9/20/07 (Click Podcast icon to listen to the show) Listen to the show via iTunes! tag:odeo.com,2007-09-21,22211738 Fri, 21 Sep 2007 17:30:15 -0700 no Baseball Zealot Radio http://odeo.com/episodes/18677993-029-A-chat-with-Al-Yellon-of-Bleed-Cubbie-Blue tag:odeo.com,2007-08-31,18677993 Fri, 31 Aug 2007 01:16:11 -0700 no Baseball Zealot Radio http://odeo.com/episodes/22211739-029-A-chat-with-Al-Yellon-of-Bleed-Cubbie-Blue Show Notes for Episode 29: Hosts: Tom Summary:    Al Yellon is one of the biggest names in the Cubs blogosphere.  His blog, Bleed Cubbie Blue, is a great resource for Cub fans and judging by the amount of feedback, he has a large following.  For Episode 29, Tom chats with Al.  We talk a few minutes about the BCB blog then spend the rest of the show on what's happening with the Cubs. Links: Bleed Cubbie Blue During the show, the topic of BCB's Top 100 Cubs of All Time came up.  You can find the full list here. Thanks for listening!! Time: 22:44 Date Recorded: 8/30/07 (Click Podcast icon to listen to the show) Listen to the show via iTunes! Show Notes for Episode 29: Hosts: Tom Summary:    Al Yellon is one of the biggest names in the Cubs blogosphere.  His blog, Bleed Cubbie Blue, is a great resource for Cub fans and judging by the amount of feedback, he has a large following.  For Episode 29, Tom chats with Al.  We talk a few minutes about the BCB blog then spend the rest of the show on what's happening with the Cubs. Links: Bleed Cubbie Blue During the show, the topic of BCB's Top 100 Cubs of All Time came up.  You can find the full list here. Thanks for listening!! Time: 22:44 Date Recorded: 8/30/07 (Click Podcast icon to listen to the show) Listen to the show via iTunes! Show Notes for Episode 29: Hosts: Tom Summary:    Al Yellon is one of the biggest names in the Cubs blogosphere.  His blog, Bleed Cubbie Blue, is a great resource for Cub fans and judging by the amount of feedback, he has a large following.  For Episode 29, Tom chats with Al.  We talk a few minutes about the BCB blog then spend the rest of the show on what's happening with the Cubs. Links: Bleed Cubbie Blue During the show, the topic of BCB's Top 100 Cubs of All Time came up.  You can find the full list here. Thanks for listening!! Time: 22:44 Date Recorded: 8/30/07 (Click Podcast icon to listen to the show) Listen to the show via iTunes! tag:odeo.com,2007-08-30,22211739 Thu, 30 Aug 2007 18:16:11 -0700 no Baseball Zealot Radio http://odeo.com/episodes/18677973-028-Roundtable-with-Todd-V-and-C-Luke tag:odeo.com,2007-08-22,18677973 Wed, 22 Aug 2007 03:11:13 -0700 no Baseball Zealot Radio http://odeo.com/episodes/22211740-028-Roundtable-with-Todd-V-and-C-Luke Show Notes for Episode 28: Hosts: Tom, Todd V, and C Luke Summary:     It's been a while since we've had a roundtable discussion so we have regulars Todd and Chuck on to discuss what's happening in baseball. Todd came armed to the teeth with his issues with Pirates' GM Dave Littlefield and how he's handling the Buccos.  Other topics we cover: - Chuck does his review of ESPN's Bronx is Burning. - Tom Glavine's 300th win and will there be another 300 game winner - Chuck notes an article he read about moving the HOF to Yankee Stadium after the team moves.  We discuss. - plus the usual Sox-Cub banter and much more! Thanks for listening!! Time: 1:05 Date Recorded: 8/19/07 (Click Podcast icon to listen to the show) Listen to the show via iTunes! Show Notes for Episode 28: Hosts: Tom, Todd V, and C Luke Summary:     It's been a while since we've had a roundtable discussion so we have regulars Todd and Chuck on to discuss what's happening in baseball. Todd came armed to the teeth with his issues with Pirates' GM Dave Littlefield and how he's handling the Buccos.  Other topics we cover: - Chuck does his review of ESPN's Bronx is Burning. - Tom Glavine's 300th win and will there be another 300 game winner - Chuck notes an article he read about moving the HOF to Yankee Stadium after the team moves.  We discuss. - plus the usual Sox-Cub banter and much more! Thanks for listening!! Time: 1:05 Date Recorded: 8/19/07 (Click Podcast icon to listen to the show) Listen to the show via iTunes! Show Notes for Episode 28: Hosts: Tom, Todd V, and C Luke Summary:     It's been a while since we've had a roundtable discussion so we have regulars Todd and Chuck on to discuss what's happening in baseball. Todd came armed to the teeth with his issues with Pirates' GM Dave Littlefield and how he's handling the Buccos.  Other topics we cover: - Chuck does his review of ESPN's Bronx is Burning. - Tom Glavine's 300th win and will there be another 300 game winner - Chuck notes an article he read about moving the HOF to Yankee Stadium after the team moves.  We discuss. - plus the usual Sox-Cub banter and much more! Thanks for listening!! Time: 1:05 Date Recorded: 8/19/07 (Click Podcast icon to listen to the show) Listen to the show via iTunes! tag:odeo.com,2007-08-21,22211740 Tue, 21 Aug 2007 20:11:13 -0700 no Baseball Zealot Radio http://odeo.com/episodes/16061353-027-Interview-with-Dr-Adrian-Burgos-author-of-Playing-America-s-Game-Baseball-Latinos-and-the-Color-Line tag:odeo.com,2007-08-13,16061353 Mon, 13 Aug 2007 04:53:04 -0700 no Baseball Zealot Radio http://odeo.com/episodes/22211741-027-Interview-with-Dr-Adrian-Burgos-author-of-Playing-America-s-Game-Baseball-Latinos-and-the-Color-Line Show Notes for Episode 27: Hosts: Tom Summary:    University of Illinois Professor of History Adrian Burgos has just come out with his book, Playing America's Game: Baseball, Latinos and the Color Line, and I thought I'd have him come on and talk about it.  Dr Burgos has done extensive research on Latinos in baseball especially in relation to the Negro Leagues.  More info from the University of Illinois website... Also, Dr Burgos played an instrumental part in the induction of the class of 2006 Negro League ballplayers.  Again more info... For those in the Champaign-Urbana area, he will be doing a book signing at the Illini Union Bookstore on September 19 at 4:30pm.  Thanks for listening!! Time: 40:41 Date Recorded: 8/11/07 (Click Podcast icon to listen to the show) Listen to the show via iTunes!   Show Notes for Episode 27: Hosts: Tom Summary:    University of Illinois Professor of History Adrian Burgos has just come out with his book, Playing America's Game: Baseball, Latinos and the Color Line, and I thought I'd have him come on and talk about it.  Dr Burgos has done extensive research on Latinos in baseball especially in relation to the Negro Leagues.  More info from the University of Illinois website... Also, Dr Burgos played an instrumental part in the induction of the class of 2006 Negro League ballplayers.  Again more info... For those in the Champaign-Urbana area, he will be doing a book signing at the Illini Union Bookstore on September 19 at 4:30pm.  Thanks for listening!! Time: 40:41 Date Recorded: 8/11/07 (Click Podcast icon to listen to the show) Listen to the show via iTunes!   Show Notes for Episode 27: Hosts: Tom Summary:    University of Illinois Professor of History Adrian Burgos has just come out with his book, Playing America's Game: Baseball, Latinos and the Color Line, and I thought I'd have him come on and talk about it.  Dr Burgos has done extensive research on Latinos in baseball especially in relation to the Negro Leagues.  More info from the University of Illinois website... Also, Dr Burgos played an instrumental part in the induction of the class of 2006 Negro League ballplayers.  Again more info... For those in the Champaign-Urbana area, he will be doing a book signing at the Illini Union Bookstore on September 19 at 4:30pm.  Thanks for listening!! Time: 40:41 Date Recorded: 8/11/07 (Click Podcast icon to listen to the show) Listen to the show via iTunes!   tag:odeo.com,2007-08-12,22211741 Sun, 12 Aug 2007 21:53:04 -0700 no Baseball Zealot Radio http://odeo.com/episodes/16061343-026-Interview-with-Professor-Alan-Nathan-on-the-Physics-of-Baseball tag:odeo.com,2007-07-31,16061343 Tue, 31 Jul 2007 03:15:29 -0700 no Baseball Zealot Radio http://odeo.com/episodes/22211742-026-Interview-with-Professor-Alan-Nathan-on-the-Physics-of-Baseball Show Notes for Episode 26: Hosts: Tom and Shawn Summary:   Alan Nathan is a professor of physics at the University of Illinois who lectures often on the physics of baseball.  During our interview with Alan, we cover the effects of spin on the flight of the baseball, wood versus aluminum bats,  and "Is there such a thing as a rising fastball?".   Definitely, take a listen to our interview with Alan as he has a unique way of looking at the game.  Afterwards, swing on by his website entitled The Physics of Baseball .  There's a plethora of info related to his field.  At the end of the show, Alan mentioned that MLB was making a lot of data from Gameday available to the public.  Alan provided me this link to an article on Friar Watch which explains how to access the data and how to use it. Much thanks to Alan Nathan for his time.  I found the interview very insightful and hope you do too. Thanks for list... Show Notes for Episode 26: Hosts: Tom and Shawn Summary:   Alan Nathan is a professor of physics at the University of Illinois who lectures often on the physics of baseball.  During our interview with Alan, we cover the effects of spin on the flight of the baseball, wood versus aluminum bats,  and "Is there such a thing as a rising fastball?".   Definitely, take a listen to our interview with Alan as he has a unique way of looking at the game.  Afterwards, swing on by his website entitled The Physics of Baseball .  There's a plethora of info related to his field.  At the end of the show, Alan mentioned that MLB was making a lot of data from Gameday available to the public.  Alan provided me this link to an article on Friar Watch which explains how to access the data and how to use it. Much thanks to Alan Nathan for his time.  I found the interview very insightful and hope you do too. Thanks for listening!! Time: 46:39 Date Recorded: 7/24/07 (Click Podcast icon to listen to the show) Listen to the show via iTunes! Show Notes for Episode 26: Hosts: Tom and Shawn Summary:   Alan Nathan is a professor of physics at the University of Illinois who lectures often on the physics of baseball.  During our interview with Alan, we cover the effects of spin on the flight of the baseball, wood versus aluminum bats,  and "Is there such a thing as a rising fastball?".   Definitely, take a listen to our interview with Alan as he has a unique way of looking at the game.  Afterwards, swing on by his website entitled The Physics of Baseball .  There's a plethora of info related to his field.  At the end of the show, Alan mentioned that MLB was making a lot of data from Gameday available to the public.  Alan provided me this link to an article on Friar Watch which explains how to access the data and how to use it. Much thanks to Alan Nathan for his time.  I found the interview very insightful and hope you do too. Thanks for listening!! Time: 46:39 Date Recorded: 7/24/07 (Click Podcast icon to listen to the show) Listen to the show via iTunes! tag:odeo.com,2007-07-30,22211742 Mon, 30 Jul 2007 20:15:29 -0700 no Baseball Zealot Radio http://odeo.com/episodes/15689493-025-Interview-with-Bryan-Alaspa-from-Chicago-Minor-League-Review tag:odeo.com,2007-07-26,15689493 Thu, 26 Jul 2007 00:37:21 -0700 no Baseball Zealot Radio http://odeo.com/episodes/22211743-025-Interview-with-Bryan-Alaspa-from-Chicago-Minor-League-Review Show Notes for Episode 25: Hosts: Tom Summary:   I had an enjoyable chat with Bryan Alaspa from Chicago Minor League Review.  Appropriately named, CMLR is a new site which focuses on all sports on the minor league level in the Chicago metro area.  I think with the increasing interest in minor leagues across all sports, there is a lot of potential for CMLR.  Bryan certainly has big plans for the future of the website.  Take a listen to the show and definitely visit Chicago Minor League Review. Thanks for listening!! Time: 19:58 Date Recorded: 7/15/07 (Click Podcast icon to listen to the show) Listen to the show via iTunes! Show Notes for Episode 25: Hosts: Tom Summary:   I had an enjoyable chat with Bryan Alaspa from Chicago Minor League Review.  Appropriately named, CMLR is a new site which focuses on all sports on the minor league level in the Chicago metro area.  I think with the increasing interest in minor leagues across all sports, there is a lot of potential for CMLR.  Bryan certainly has big plans for the future of the website.  Take a listen to the show and definitely visit Chicago Minor League Review. Thanks for listening!! Time: 19:58 Date Recorded: 7/15/07 (Click Podcast icon to listen to the show) Listen to the show via iTunes! Show Notes for Episode 25: Hosts: Tom Summary:   I had an enjoyable chat with Bryan Alaspa from Chicago Minor League Review.  Appropriately named, CMLR is a new site which focuses on all sports on the minor league level in the Chicago metro area.  I think with the increasing interest in minor leagues across all sports, there is a lot of potential for CMLR.  Bryan certainly has big plans for the future of the website.  Take a listen to the show and definitely visit Chicago Minor League Review. Thanks for listening!! Time: 19:58 Date Recorded: 7/15/07 (Click Podcast icon to listen to the show) Listen to the show via iTunes! tag:odeo.com,2007-07-25,22211743 Wed, 25 Jul 2007 17:37:21 -0700 no Baseball Zealot Radio http://odeo.com/episodes/14998603-024-All-Star-Game-Vintage-Base-Ball-APBA-and-the-Sox tag:odeo.com,2007-07-17,14998603 Tue, 17 Jul 2007 03:42:01 -0700 no Baseball Zealot Radio http://odeo.com/episodes/22211744-024-All-Star-Game-Vintage-Base-Ball-APBA-and-the-Sox Show Notes for Episode 24: Hosts: Tom and Chuck Summary:  We touch on a variety of issues including the All-Star Game, vintage baseball, Tom's 1979 APBA replay, the upcoming APBA convention and the woes of the Chicago White Sox. As we said during the show, sometime co-host Shawn Lee is busy with the vintage base ball team, Vermilion Voles.  For a couple years, he's been the webmaster for them so check out their website.  This year, he's picking up the bat and playing on the team.  Shawn said he couldn't make the show because the Voles had a game.  Later, he reported back and said the Voles split their double header.  Interestingly, the team they played are from my hometown, the Urbana Boneyards.  Here is the link to Tom's 1979 APBA National League replay that we talked about during the show.  Much credit goes to my friend Brando who was responsible for the NL West.  As I said, we only got as far as July 26 but enjoy anyway.  The APBA... Show Notes for Episode 24: Hosts: Tom and Chuck Summary:  We touch on a variety of issues including the All-Star Game, vintage baseball, Tom's 1979 APBA replay, the upcoming APBA convention and the woes of the Chicago White Sox. As we said during the show, sometime co-host Shawn Lee is busy with the vintage base ball team, Vermilion Voles.  For a couple years, he's been the webmaster for them so check out their website.  This year, he's picking up the bat and playing on the team.  Shawn said he couldn't make the show because the Voles had a game.  Later, he reported back and said the Voles split their double header.  Interestingly, the team they played are from my hometown, the Urbana Boneyards.  Here is the link to Tom's 1979 APBA National League replay that we talked about during the show.  Much credit goes to my friend Brando who was responsible for the NL West.  As I said, we only got as far as July 26 but enjoy anyway.  The APBA Convention is next weekend.  For those interested, here is the link to register (if it's not too late).  Chuck mentioned the APBA Between the Lines Forum during the show.  I'd highly recommend it to any APBA player who wants to chat with others who play the game.  Finally, one more promised link... Soxcast.com is a good podcast for White Sox fans.  George Heidcamp does a fine job covering the team.  Thanks for listening!! Time: 1:01 Date Recorded: 7/15/07 (Click Podcast icon to listen to the show) Listen to the show via iTunes!   Show Notes for Episode 24: Hosts: Tom and Chuck Summary:  We touch on a variety of issues including the All-Star Game, vintage baseball, Tom's 1979 APBA replay, the upcoming APBA convention and the woes of the Chicago White Sox. As we said during the show, sometime co-host Shawn Lee is busy with the vintage base ball team, Vermilion Voles.  For a couple years, he's been the webmaster for them so check out their website.  This year, he's picking up the bat and playing on the team.  Shawn said he couldn't make the show because the Voles had a game.  Later, he reported back and said the Voles split their double header.  Interestingly, the team they played are from my hometown, the Urbana Boneyards.  Here is the link to Tom's 1979 APBA National League replay that we talked about during the show.  Much credit goes to my friend Brando who was responsible for the NL West.  As I said, we only got as far as July 26 but enjoy anyway.  The APBA Convention is next weekend.  For those interested, here is the link to register (if it's not too late).  Chuck mentioned the APBA Between the Lines Forum during the show.  I'd highly recommend it to any APBA player who wants to chat with others who play the game.  Finally, one more promised link... Soxcast.com is a good podcast for White Sox fans.  George Heidcamp does a fine job covering the team.  Thanks for listening!! Time: 1:01 Date Recorded: 7/15/07 (Click Podcast icon to listen to the show) Listen to the show via iTunes!   tag:odeo.com,2007-07-16,22211744 Mon, 16 Jul 2007 20:42:01 -0700 no Baseball Zealot Radio http://odeo.com/episodes/14218793-023-Interview-with-Andrew-Hartwell-of-Summer-Ball tag:odeo.com,2007-06-29,14218793 Fri, 29 Jun 2007 05:19:57 -0700 no Baseball Zealot Radio http://odeo.com/episodes/22211745-023-Interview-with-Andrew-Hartwell-of-Summer-Ball Hosts: Tom Summary: The college baseball season is over but many college players are busy as ever. Across the nation, college summer leagues are well into their schedule. BZR interviews Andrew Hartwell of Summer Ball, a website that is devoted to getting info out about college summer leagues. Andrew talks about what these leagues are all about. Time: 26:41 Date Recorded: 6/24/07 (Click Podcast icon to listen to the show) Listen to the show via iTunes!   Hosts: Tom Summary: The college baseball season is over but many college players are busy as ever. Across the nation, college summer leagues are well into their schedule. BZR interviews Andrew Hartwell of Summer Ball, a website that is devoted to getting info out about college summer leagues. Andrew talks about what these leagues are all about. Time: 26:41 Date Recorded: 6/24/07 (Click Podcast icon to listen to the show) Listen to the show via iTunes!   Hosts: Tom Summary: The college baseball season is over but many college players are busy as ever. Across the nation, college summer leagues are well into their schedule. BZR interviews Andrew Hartwell of Summer Ball, a website that is devoted to getting info out about college summer leagues. Andrew talks about what these leagues are all about. Time: 26:41 Date Recorded: 6/24/07 (Click Podcast icon to listen to the show) Listen to the show via iTunes!   tag:odeo.com,2007-06-28,22211745 Thu, 28 Jun 2007 22:19:57 -0700 no Baseball Zealot Radio http://odeo.com/episodes/14218773-022-First-Player-Draft-Pirate-update-and-Bonds-Clemens-Watch tag:odeo.com,2007-06-13,14218773 Wed, 13 Jun 2007 05:06:26 -0700 no Baseball Zealot Radio http://odeo.com/episodes/22211746-022-First-Player-Draft-Pirate-update-and-Bonds-Clemens-Watch Hosts: Tom and Todd Summary: It's been a while but here's Show #22. Todd does his usual Pirate update. Talking about the First-Player Draft leads into a discussion about overuse of young pitchers. Todd, who umpires high school-aged kids has some definite opinions on that subject. We also get into the latest with the Cubs dugout action. Has it hurt or helped their winning ways? Note: due to some technical difficulties, Tom sounds like he's broadcasting from a tin can. Sorry about that. Time: 58:41 Date Recorded: 6/10/07 (Click Podcast icon to listen to the show) Listen to the show via iTunes! Hosts: Tom and Todd Summary: It's been a while but here's Show #22. Todd does his usual Pirate update. Talking about the First-Player Draft leads into a discussion about overuse of young pitchers. Todd, who umpires high school-aged kids has some definite opinions on that subject. We also get into the latest with the Cubs dugout action. Has it hurt or helped their winning ways? Note: due to some technical difficulties, Tom sounds like he's broadcasting from a tin can. Sorry about that. Time: 58:41 Date Recorded: 6/10/07 (Click Podcast icon to listen to the show) Listen to the show via iTunes! Hosts: Tom and Todd Summary: It's been a while but here's Show #22. Todd does his usual Pirate update. Talking about the First-Player Draft leads into a discussion about overuse of young pitchers. Todd, who umpires high school-aged kids has some definite opinions on that subject. We also get into the latest with the Cubs dugout action. Has it hurt or helped their winning ways? Note: due to some technical difficulties, Tom sounds like he's broadcasting from a tin can. Sorry about that. Time: 58:41 Date Recorded: 6/10/07 (Click Podcast icon to listen to the show) Listen to the show via iTunes! tag:odeo.com,2007-06-12,22211746 Tue, 12 Jun 2007 22:06:26 -0700 no Baseball Zealot Radio http://odeo.com/episodes/11833283-021-Interview-with-Mark-Pankin-of-Retrosheet-org tag:odeo.com,2007-04-27,11833283 Fri, 27 Apr 2007 04:44:46 -0700 no Baseball Zealot Radio