The Book of Joe with Joe Maddon & Tom Verducci

In this episode of 'The Book of Joe' Podcast, Joe Maddon and Tom Verducci discuss teams picking up their levels of play.  We focus on the importance of the bullpen and the teams that are the most solid.  Is Shohei Ohtani your NL MVP favorite as a DH?  We move to music and talk about it's impact on the game.  Joe explains why he likes walk-up music and how it took some time for the rally monkey to catch on in Anaheim!

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Episode 101 of 'The Book of Joe' Podcast continues with Jerry Seinfeld asking Joe Maddon and Tom Verducci his baseball questions! Jerry is curious about nightly baseball routines and wants to know who our hosts see in the World Series.  Comparing baseball to comedy, Jerry reveals some of the pitfalls he avoided and how he kept his career on track.  We wrap our conversation with the comedy icon in the latest episode of 'The Book of Joe'. 

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We're celebrating Episode 100 of 'The Book of Joe' Podcast and what better way than to welcome a special guest to the show!  Jerry Seinfeld joins Joe Maddon and Tom Verducci to explain why he loves baseball so much and how it compares to his day job.  Jerry airs some grievances bringing up the new rules and why one doesn't fit his traditionalist background!  Interesting and hilarious...it's Part One of Jerry Seinfeld on 'The Book of Joe'

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In this episode of 'The Book of Joe' Podcast, Joe Maddon and Tom Verducci explain why we didn't see any blockbuster deals before the trade deadline.  Which team made the most impactful moves that will make a difference? Tom was puzzled by the Orioles and seeing the Rays/Marlins combine to move 18 players.  Plus, a tease for a very special guest coming up on Episode 100 of The Book of Joe!

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In this episode of 'The Book of Joe' Podcast, Joe Maddon and Tom Verducci recap Hall of Fame weekend sharing stories of Jim Leyland, Adrian Beltre, Todd Helton, and Joe Mauer.  The Trading Deadline is July 30th.  Which teams are looking to deal and what contenders will be stocking the shelves.  Tom offers up several names on the block while Joe explains why some deals shouldn't be done!

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In this episode of 'The Book of Joe' Podcast, Joe Maddon and Tom Verducci look back at the All Star Game.  From the uniforms to the players, what were the best and worst parts of the mid-season classic?  The MLB trade deadline is July 30th, who are the players that could be on the move?  Tom highlights the needs of some of the contending teams.  Plus, we remember the life and impact of pitcher Jerry Walker.

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In this episode of 'The Book of Joe' Podcast, Joe Maddon and Tom Verducci get prepared for the All Star break with Joe's memories and preferences for the game.  Tom voices his support for Paul Skenes, but should be start? Cubs' pitcher Colten Brewer breaks his hand punching a wall, but that's not the oddest injury we've seen in baseball.  Plus, after some memories of the Vista Cruiser and sitting in the 'way back', Joe explains why he was happy to get a speeding ticket.

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In this episode of 'The Book of Joe' Podcast, we're halfway through the MLB season and Joe Maddon and Tom Verducci discuss the surprising number of teams still in playoff contention.  Tom highlights the leadership role Aaron Judge has taken on the field and in the clubhouse.  Joe explains how he handled pitching around someone like Judge or Bonds or when it was time to go at them.  Also, Joe likes power hitters...but how does he feel about electric powered cars? 

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In this episode of 'The Book of Joe' Podcast, Joe Maddon and Tom Verducci honor Willie Mays and his incredible career and style of play.  Speaking of style, the Red Sox have a new dress code and Joe remembers why he wasn't a fan of the rules as a player and manager.  Plus, Tom looks back at the style of ELO and the legacy of Richard Tandy.

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In this episode of 'The Book of Joe' Podcast, Joe Maddon and Tom Verducci analyze the five pitch game of the Pirates' Paul Skenes.  Joe looks at Skenes delivery and what the team should be looking for during each start.  Mookie Betts is injured being hit by a pitch, which leads to the question of pitching inside and intentionally targeting a player.  You need to hear Joe's answer!  Tom is anxiously awaiting the game at Rickwood Field this week and explains the historical significance and impact of the ballpark.

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