Baseball Do... - Texas Rangers Podcast from the Fan's Perspective
Summary: Breaking down the Texas Rangers from the perspective of the fan, Scott Hiler and Jasen Southward bring a fresh and unique approach to their analysis, writing (blog on baseballdo.com), and commentary.
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It's been a while... We promise to be better...if you just listen. We break down the current state of the Rangers, break down the Roy Oswalt signing and come up with a new "activity" for the Field Trip. Podcast will be available on iTunes in the next 24 hours. Also, the Forums are LIVE. What are you waiting for? Sign up for an account and start talking Rangers (or zombies or football or anything else for that matter)!
The Rangers are 8 - 2...if you want to know why...listen to this podcast. Early season observations Top surprises from the first 10 games Jasen's day job... Paying Josh Jasen also threw down the gauntlet...let us hear from you!
Jasen and Scott break down the upcoming 2012 season like no other and provide their predictions for the playoffs, major awards and some key Rangers over/unders. Give it a listen and let us know what you think. Feel free to post comments and your predictions here. Who will win: Each division in MLB plus 2 Wild Cards for each league National League American League World Series MVP in each league Cy Young in each league Will Rangers win over or under 95 games? Will Yu win over or under 13.5 games? Who is your favorite member of the A-Team? Do you prefer real bathing suits or pained on bathing suits?
Jennifer Cobb & Megan Parr from www.RangersTalkers.com join us to talk about: Robbie Ross - bullpen lefty or minor league starter in 2012? Center Field options - Julio Borbon, Craig Gentry or trade possibilities? Tailgating Ballpark foods - who hates hot dogs? Give it a listen and be sure to let us know what you think! Also, be sure to sign up for the Field Trip if you haven't already (spaces are limited) and stay tuned for a special giveaway in the next few days!
Jasen and I talk about: Our new partnership with Patty Shack Burgers! Derek Holland's new contract Neftali's stiff shoulder The closer role C.J. Wilson's failed attempt at a prank on Mike Napoli
Tim Howell joins Baseball Do to talk about the Rangers start to Spring Training, the upcoming Yu Darvish debut and all three of the guys pick their surprise player of the year. Who do you think will be the Mike Napoli of 2012 that exceeds all expectations and shocks the pants right off of us? Give the podcast a listen and be sure to comment below to let us know what you think.
Jennifer & Holly join us from RangersTalkers.com to talk about their site and the recent Josh Hamilton news. The story behind the sTalkers... Thoughts on Hamilton's comments from last Friday - "I don't owe the Rangers anything." Will Hamilton be a Ranger beyond 2012? Will Jennifer have to rename Hambone (her dog) if Hamilton isn't a Ranger next season? All this and more...
We're back... Spring Training is upon and we answer some key questions facing the Rangers as they get to work in Surprise. Center field - Gentry, Borbon, Martin, or.... Mitch Moreland Pitching Rotation Yu Darvish Distractions Josh Hamilton Hangover (may be a better way to describe this...) Be sure to listen carefully for an easy way to win a free "Nolan is my Homeboy" T-Shirt and for a way to participate and contribute to Baseball Do! Smile folks...it's time for Baseball!
We discuss: The looming deadline for Yu Darvish and the Rangers to come to a contract agreement. Prince's recent visit to DFW to meet with the Rangers Fan Fest Scott's radio experience with Greggo
Jasen has updated his Baseball Do Podcast rankings, and has determined that this is indeed the worst podcast ever. Decide for yourself and comment below. #refuse2beignored Listen for a chance to win a free "Nolan is my Homeboy" Baseball Do T-Shirt!
Maybe Yorvit was just wishing this umpire Happy New Year? Episode 5 holds the secrets to what's in store in 2012 for Baseball Do (psst...it's not really a secret, just more of the same). Jasen shares some of his favorite Christmas family traditions and we discuss the loss of Darren Oliver and the punishment of Yorvit Torrealba.
3rd Base is up for discussion in our weekly off-season position roundup...yo Adrian (greatest pic from last year)! Jasen and I spend some time talking about the Yu Darvish bid and the potential impact Darvish has on the Ranger's rotation and bullpen. And finally, Jasen and I rehash our traumatizing experiences with having to put beloved pets to sleep...forever.
It's time to discuss 2nd base in our off-season position roundup...two words...trade bait?? Albert, C.J., Angels...screw'em...but we still have to talk about it. And what about Yu? One of us thinks the Rangers will win the bid. Check it out and chime in with your thoughts!
Jasen and I talk about the 1B position for the Rangers, discuss some Hot Stoves, and wrap up with some fun rapid fire questions (we'll work on the rapid).
Episode 1 is finally here... Jasen and I discuss the foundation of "Baseball do", the acquisition of Joe Nathan and the catcher position for the Rangers. We'll be highlighting a different position each week during the off-season, with 1B on deck in Episode 2. We'd love to hear your comments, and remember, everyone deserves a second chance.
