Above Replacement Radio

Above Replacement Radio

By Chris Gionta & Daniel CurrenSports
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Above Replacement Radio episodes

  • STBNL #80 (Part 2): History: 1998 Yankees
    On Part 2 of Episode 80 of the Show to Be Named Later (and the final show without a name), Chris & Daniel talked about the story of the 1998 Yankees. They talked about their 1-4 start, and their run of dominance immediately after that. They discussed the regular season moments of the 114-48 team, which included home games at Shea Stadium, a perfect game, and the breakout of a rookie. Then, they got into their coast of an ALDS win over the Rangers, them coming from behind in the ALCS, and their World Series meeting with the Padres.
    1 hr 30 min
  • STBNL #80 (Part 1): History: Nolan Ryan
    On Part 1 of Episode 80 of the Show To Be Named Later, Chris & Daniel talked at length about Nolan Ryan. They started with his legendary stories of his legendary high school baseball career, then got into his days with Mets, which featured a World Series championship. Then, they got into his 8-year Angels run, which featured some of the most historic seasons in the game's history. After that, they discussed Ryan's 8-year stint with the Astros, where he made more history and pitched in pivotal playoff games. Then, they went into his Rangers days where he reversed father time and improved his game heading into his mid-40s. They also went into his post-career and all-time ranks.
    1 hr 53 min
  • STBNL #79: The Padres Did Some Things
    On Episode 79 of the Show to Be Named Later, Chris & Daniel opened up by discussing Josh Bell being traded to the Nationals for two prospects. Next, they talked about all of the Padres' dealings, starting with the Blake Snell deal, and also discussed what this means for the Tampa Bay Rays and the rest of the AL East. Then, they talked about the Ha-Seong Kim signing and what he could bring to the team, and finally discussed the Yu Darvish trade that put the cherry on top for the Padres. They also discussed what Zach Davies will be bringing to the Cubs rotation. After all that, they gave a full breakdown of Scott Rolen's Hall of Fame standing.
    1 hr 28 min
  • STBNL #77 (Part 2): History: 2018 Brewers
    On Part 2 of Episode 77 of the Show to Be Named Later, Chris & Daniel started discussing the 2018 Brewers by going over the offseason that led to their ultimate success. Next, they talked about their good start that was ravaged by getting swept in a 5-game series right before the All-Star break. After that, they discussed how they were able to capture the NL Central title under Christian Yelich's wing in a miraculous September. Then, they talked about their easy series against the Rockies, and their dog fight with the Dodgers in the NLCS.
    1 hr 20 min
  • STBNL #77 (Part 1): History: Lou Gehrig
    On Part 1 of Episode 77 of the STBNL, Chris & Daniel talked about the life and career of Lou Gehrig. They discussed him growing up going to the Polo Grounds for 25 cents a game, him almost getting kicked out of college baseball, throwing punches at Ty Cobb, taking over at first base over Wally Pipp, his unbelievable reign with Babe Ruth, his decline and diagnosis of ALS, and his untimely death.
    1 hr 18 min
  • STBNL #76: Bring Back the Naps
    On Episode 76 of the STBNL, Chris & Daniel talked about the Negro League being officially declared a Major League and what it means for the baseball world. Next, they talked about Lance Lynn getting traded to the White Sox, along with the impact on the White Sox and the American League Central. After that, they discussed James McCann signing with the Mets. Then, they addressed the news of the Cleveland Indians announcing they would change their name after 2021. Next, they talked about the interesting move by the Phillies to hire Dave Dombrowski as general manager. And finally, they gave their weekly bubble Hall of Fame case, this week with Andruw Jones.
    1 hr 11 min
  • STBNL #75: Iglesias Fever in Anaheim
    On Episode 75 of the Show to Be Named Later, Chris & Daniel talked about the best players to get non-tendered, highlighting Eddie Rosario, Kyle Schwarber, and under-the-radar reliever Matt Wisler. Next, they discussed the Angels' additions of Raisel Iglesias and Jose Iglesias, and also addressed the Mets' signing of Trevor May. After that, they introduced a new segment, reviewing the best Hall of Fame ballot to be released in the past week, and the most confusing Hall of Fame ballot to be released in the past week. Then, they talked about their Hall of Fame bubble case of the week, which was Todd Helton, and gave the case for and against him being a Hall of Famer. And, to conclude the episode, they addressed the passing of one of the better hitters in baseball history, Dick Allen.
    1 hr 20 min
  • STBNL #74 (Part 2): History: 1991 Twins
    On Part 2 of Episode 74 of the STBNL, Chris & Daniel talked about the story of the 1991 Minnesota Twins. They started by discussing them finishing last in their division in 1990, and then starting the 1991 season with a record of 2-9. Then, they talked about their climb back to .500, and then the giant winning streak that put them over the edge. Then, they talked about their continuous success that led them to an AL West title. After that, they talked about their ALCS against the Blue Jays, and their 7-game World Series against the Braves.
    1 hr 18 min
  • STBNL #74 (Part 1): History: Rogers Hornsby
    On Part 1 of Episode 74 of the Show to Be Named Later, Chris & Daniel talked about the life & career of Rogers Hornsby. They talked about him playing in a girl's league when he was a teenager and pretending to be a girl, not being that talented in his late teens, getting picked up by the Cardinals, winning six consecutive batting titles while also leading in OBP, SLG, and OPS, winning the World Series, and his ultimate devolution of him being a manager.
    1 hr 12 min

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Welcome to Above Replacement Radio where we're talking baseball kind of whenever! Chris Gionta and Daniel Curren talk about all things Major League Baseball. Every week, they discuss and analyze news…