Ballpark Dimensions

Despite the advances in Statcast data, why is it still a battle to see these numbers brought up in broadcasts? MLB Network's Brian Kenny joins Statcast host Mike Petriello to discuss why there are still old school broadcasters resisting against new school statistics, why it takes so long for new wave ideas like getting rid of pitching titles to catch fire and discuss Kenny's book "Ahead of the Curve".

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The Trade Deadline saw prospects coming out of the wood works up until the last hour on Monday. MLBPipeline.com's Jonathan Mayo joined the Statcast podcast with host Mike Petriello and national editor Matt Meyers to discuss the biggest surprises and just how good the Yankees farm system became after giving up three veterans. Plus, Matt and Mike discuss which team has the best big four in the bullpen and why Miami's spot on the list shouldn't surprise you.

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Seth Lugo caught the attention of Statcast host Mike Petriello and national editor Matt Meyers after he threw a curveball that hit Anthony Rizzo and struck him out at the same time. Lugo joined the Statcast podcast to dissect the curve that defied Rizzo, share whether or not his pitching repertoire changes depending on where he pitches in the game and how he's adjusted the grips on his pitches. Plus, the guys discuss any looming Trade Deadline deals and why Andrew Miller might be too good to trade.

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'Tis the season for trades and the clock is ticking for teams to make their moves. Statcast host Mike Petriello and national editor Matt Meyers caught up with MLB.com's Mr. Know It All Jim Duquette to discuss where Jonathan Lucroy could be heading, which team would benefit most from flamethrower Aroldis Chapman and why Alex Reyes hasn't gotten his callup to help the pitiful Cardinals bullpen. Plus, the guys discuss which teams have a real shot at contending in October.

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The Dodgers are leading the way when it comes to advanced metrics and team nutrition. Statcast host Mike Petriello and national editor Matt Meyers talk shop with Dodgers pitcher Ross Stripling as he explains why he's focused on spin rate and FIP, what the Dodgers value statistically speaking and how their nutritional plan keeps the team stronger throughout the grueling season. Plus, the guys discuss, by the numbers, whether the American or National League is putting a better team on the field.

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How much decision making goes into "putting on the shift?" Statcast host Mike Petriello and National Editor Matt Meyers caught up with Jerry Weinstein, Rockies Developmental Supervisor and baseball guru, who's changing the way the game is played. Weinstein explains the brains behind the shift and whether or not pitch framing can be taught. Plus, the guys gush over Melvin Upton Jr.'s monster home run and home run robbery and predict a few last minute All-Star predictions.

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If Statcast host Mike Petriello and national editor Matt Meyers had their way, which players would make their All-Star roster? Find out who they'd like to see in San Diego as they sift through each league and each position to make their All-Star game rosters based off the numbers.

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The entire FanGraphs crew stopped by MLB.com to join Statcast host Mike Petriello and national editor Matt Meyers to put their Statcast knowledge to the test. Find out if they passed, as Mike and Matt grill them with some hard-hitting trivia.

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It's the one year anniversary of the MLB.com Statcast Podcast! Statcast host Mike Petriello and national editor Matt Meyers celebrate the milestone by introducing the newest member of the MLB.com team, sabermetrics guru, Tom Tango. Author of The Book: Playing the Percentages in Baseball, Tom is one of the leading sabermatricians in MLB with many accolades to his name, including developing the FIP stat.

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Nomar Mazara hit a home run 491 feet and leads all of baseball in distance, for now. Statcast host Mike Petriello and national editor Matt Meyers examine the different elements that contribute to batted ball distance, how to quantify balls that can be caught in the outfield and which teams improved this statistic from last season. They also try to explain Jose Fernandez's bizarre stretch in which he's striking out hitters at a historic pace while also getting hit harder than anyone in baseball.

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