Baseballogy

Baseballogy

By Drew Wilfahrt and Adam ScheidSportsScienceLeisureBaseball
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Baseballogy episodes

  • Episode 9 - Bauer Outage
    In the FIRST playoff episode of Baseballogy, Adam and Drew recap the Wild Card matchups, and deliver autopsy reports of the Twins and Yankees' playoff runs. Later, they break down the current ALDS and NLDS series and speculate on how Joe Girardi should have challenged that dingus hit by pitch. Finally, they break down the splits between starters and relievers so far in the postseason. This episode features TONS of fun playoff talk, so get into it and listen!
    1 hr 1 min
  • Episode 8 - We're Gonna Win
    In this special "late night" edition, Adam and Drew discuss the wild card matchups between the Twins and the Yankees as well as the Rockies and the Dbacks. They discuss who they think will win, and why the Twins MIGHT have a chance. Later, they make picks on the remainder of the playoffs, and fill out a "bracket" of sorts. Finally, they talk to Chicago-area residents Peter and Paul, hosts of the baseball podcast A Foot in the Box, about the outlook of the Cubs and the White Sox heading into the postseason (or offseason) (interview starts at 55:00). 
    To hear more from A Foot in the Box, visit http://www.afootinthebox.com
    To join in on the Baseballogy bracket challenge, check out the Baseballogy Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/BaseballogyPod
    1 hr 13 min
  • Episode 8 - We’re Gonna Win

    In this special "late night" edition, Adam and Drew discuss the wild card matchups between the Twins and the Yankees as well as the Rockies and the Dbacks. They discuss who they think will win, and why the Twins MIGHT have a chance. Later, they make picks on the remainder of the playoffs, and fill out a "bracket" of sorts. Finally, they talk to Chicago-area residents Peter and Paul, hosts of the baseball podcast A Foot in the Box, about the outlook of the Cubs and the White Sox heading into the postseason (or offseason) (interview starts at 55:00). 


    To hear more from A Foot in the Box, visit http://www.afootinthebox.com


    To join in on the Baseballogy bracket challenge, check out the Baseballogy Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/BaseballogyPod 

    1 hr 13 min
  • Episode 7 - The Baseball Life of Hamburger
    In this episode, Adam and Drew talk to Mark Hamburger, who spent time this season as a pitcher for the St. Paul Saints and Somerset Patriots, and is a former pitcher in the Texas Rangers and Minnesota Twins organizations. Adam and Drew ask Mark about his Facebook interview requests, his philosophy in baseball, discuss is origin story, and cover his future with the Saints. Later, they discuss Tom Kelly's shower thoughts, big influences, what stats he likes and dislikes, and what it's like playing for a team like the St. Paul Saints. Finally, Adam and Drew test Mark's minor league know-how and give him a quiz on minor league baseball teams.
    1 hr 8 min
  • Episode 6 - The Foul Pole Goes To Vegas
    In this episode, Adam and Drew close the book on the Indians' 22 game winning streak. They discuss another near no-hitter, and the arrival of Shoehei Ohtani to the MLB. Drew finally gets a chance to discuss Joey Gallo, and they get to discuss a relevant Twins team in mid-September. Later, Adam quizzes Drew on minor league mascots with the usual drink on the line, and Mike Trout Minute gets a special poetic rendition. Finally, Alphabet Soup covers how playoff odds are calculated, Adam and Drew discuss their wild idea about Foul Pole Upgrades, and Adam and Drew stick up for a whole team, the Arizona Diamondbacks.
    1 hr 8 min
  • Episode 5 - Don't Panik. Choke Up.
    In this weeks episode, Adam and Drew talk about a bunch of wild single game performances including: JD Martinez's 4-HR game, Michael Taylor's Inside-the-park grand slam, Jose Abreu's Cycle, and much more. Later, they talk about the Red Sox sketchy use of Apple Watches, the Indians' unbeaten streak, and the Dodgers sudden slump. Also, Drew quizzes Adam on relief pitchers he doesn't know, Adam explains Win Probability Added (WPA) in Alphabet Soup, Drew breaks down the science behind "choking up," and even gets a rare figure skating reference in! Finally they stick up for the late Gene "Stick" Michael, and discuss some of the wilder parts of his career in the Yankees' front office.
    1 hr 11 min
  • Episode 5 - Don’t Panik. Choke Up.

    In this weeks episode, Adam and Drew talk about a bunch of wild single game performances including: JD Martinez's 4-HR game, Michael Taylor's Inside-the-park grand slam, Jose Abreu's Cycle, and much more. Later, they talk about the Red Sox sketchy use of Apple Watches, the Indians' unbeaten streak, and the Dodgers sudden slump. Also, Drew quizzes Adam on relief pitchers he doesn't know, Adam explains Win Probability Added (WPA) in Alphabet Soup, Drew breaks down the science behind "choking up," and even gets a rare figure skating reference in! Finally they stick up for the late Gene "Stick" Michael, and discuss some of the wilder parts of his career in the Yankees' front office.

    1 hr 11 min
  • Episode 4 - The WAR on Scrubs
    In this episode, Drew and Adam discuss the Angels and Astros making trades to upgrade their teams down the stretch. They also talk about the crazy wild card race, and the best performers from the months of August. Later, they uncover a curious story from old timey baseball involving Heinie Manush, answer their first fan question, conduct a quiz on the worst WAR in baseball, and discuss Mike Trout. Finally, they eat Ultimate Zone Rating (UZR) in their alphabet soup, talk about the science of concussions, and finally stick up for one of the most unlikely little guys, Jake Mauer.
    1 hr 4 min
  • Episode 3 - Slower Than Your Average Little Leaguer
    In this episode, Adam and Drew break down the agony of Rich Hill's perfect game bid, the excitement of benches clearing brawls, and the fun of players weekend. Later, they ask "is that good?" about Rhys Hoskins recent run, and they test just how fast Byron Buxton's Statcast Record inside-the-park home run was by running it themselves. Finally, they stick up for the little guy, Mark Hamburger.
    1 hr 9 min
  • Episode 2 - Better Than Your FitBit
    In this episode, Drew and Adam discuss baseball players using wearable technology to help improve their pitching ability, and also break down FIP. They also discuss their recent ballpark adventures, the Little League World Series, Joey Votto's MVP chances, and in a surprising twist, stand up for the umpires.
    1 hr 10 min

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Baseballogy is a podcast where two rational scientists talk irrationally about baseball. Join us as we discuss the action from in and around major league baseball.