Inside Pitch Podcast

It's do-or-die time for the Rays as they'll play a fifth and deciding game against the New York Yankees tonight in the ALDS. Steve Carney tells you what to expect from Tampa Bay.

With the Tampa Bay Rays pushing the New York Yankees to the brink of elimination, Steve Carney discusses what you're likely to see from both sides in tonight's crucial fourth game of the American League Division Series

The Rays tied up the American League Division Series with the Yankees by taking Game 2, but the national media is focusing on the Yankees. Steve Carney tells you why that's a good thing. Plus, hear from reliever Nick Anderson on how he looks at the series now that it's down to a best-of-three.

Steve Carney knows that Rays fans were rightfully concerned about seeing Gerrit Cole start for the Yankees in Game 1 of the American League Division Series, and are disappointed to be down 1-0 in the best-of-five series. But he explains how Tampa Bay nearly got Cole out of the game early, and now Tampa Bay knows the gloves are off against New York.

The Rays and the New York Yankees start the American League Division Series this evening in San Diego. Steve Carney talks about the drama that's about to unfold between two teams that do not like each other, and we hear from Game 1 starter Blake Snell about being in the same hotel as the Yankees.

Steve Carney discusses the two American League Division Series matchups and how Major League Baseball would have wanted these four teams going after each other in the playoffs

Steve Carney discusses how in the Rays’ Game 1 win over Toronto they not only got their best player to be their best player, but also how one player who was no expected to provide a boost brought them to the brink of sweeping the series.

Steve Carney talks wild card homefield advantage, or lack thereof, with Game 1 starter Blake Snell, outfielder Kevin Kiermaier and second baseman Brandon Lowe. Plus, the BBWAA awards ballots are due today, and while Steve doesn't have a vote, it doesn't mean he hasn't put together a ballot for you to scrutinize.

With the regular season officially in the rear-view mirror, Steve Carney gives some love to those who helped everyone get through a pandemic-filled season virus-free!

We've reached Game 60 of the 2020 season, and Steve Carney breaks down what's left to play for. Also, the schedules for the American League Wild Card will be announced today, and we discuss the pros and cons of playing the Yankees and Blue Jays when it comes to TV time.