Best of BPR 2008: As 2008 comes to a close, we take a look back at some of the best moments BP Radio had to offer this year. From players, media members, front office types, and on site reporting, we had you covered in 2008. As we look back you'll hear from the likes of Bob Costas and Tommy John. Justin Masterson and Jed Lowrie interview each other. Plus, we talk with those involved in the World Series and get the immediate reaction from the Phillies' clubhouse moments after they won it all. It's been another great year and we thank all of those involved. So sit back and enjoy as Will Carroll and Brad Wochomurka bring you the Best of Baseball Prospectus Radio!
Download the Best of BPR 2008 show [mp3 format]
BPR Top 11PIT Stark: After years of struggling to produce quality talent, the Pittsburgh Pirates saw the major league emergence of players like Nate McLouth and Ryan Doumit in 2008. The new front office also replenished the system with a productive draft and summer trades of Xavier Nady and Jason Bay. How do things look now? Pirates Director of Player Development Kyle Stark joins Brad Wochomurka for an in-depth look at Pittsburgh's farm system. Hear the Pirates plans for top pick Pedro Alvarez and newly acquired Jose Tabata. Plus, is Andrew McCutchen still the blue chip prospect he was a year ago? Get all these answer and more as we break down the Pirates Top 11 Prospects - Only on Baseball Prospectus Radio!
Download the BPR Top 11PIT Stark show [mp3 format]
BPR Top 11 Philly Goldstein: When you're the World Series champs, what more do you need? That's the question Brad asks BP's Kevin Goldstein as the two discuss the Top 11 prospects in the Phillies organization. Kevin talks about Philly's approach of drafting excellent athletes with raw baseball tools. Can some of those players develop into major league stars? Plus, find out if top prospect Carlos Carrasco can give the Phillies' rotation a boost at some point in 2009 and why Kyle Drabek is one again making scouts drool. The rich may only be getting richer as we discuss the bright future for the World Series Champs - Only on Baseball Prospectus Radio!
Download the BPR Top 11 Philly Goldstein show [mp3 format]
BPR Top 11 NYM Goldstein: Kevin Goldstein is fresh off the road after working the Winter Meetings. Now, he tells us how the Mets, one of few teams active in Vegas, rate as far their farm system. Known more for their young international players and projects than depth, are the Mets going to get anything from their system, or is this one that's been gutted by trades and shaky drafts? Kevin gives us the breakdown on a Mets minor league system that goes to 11.
Download the BPR Top 11 NYM Goldstein show [mp3 format]
BPR - Winter Meetings: CC Sabathia is heading to the Yankees after all, and in this edition of BP Radio, Joe Sheehan joins Brad Wochomurka and Greg Rakestraw on XL 950 in Indianapolis for a closer look at the deal that landed the best pitcher on the market in the Bronx. Hear Joe's thoughts on why Sabathia's ability to opt out after three years may actually make this a better deal for the Yankees. You'll get the latest on the Cubs pursuit of Jake Peavy as well as updates on the latest rumblings from the Vegas strip, only on Baseball Prospectus Radio!
Download the BPR - Winter Meetings show [mp3 format]
BPR Top 11 MIL Cain: BP's list of the Brewers' Top 11 prospects is out, and number six on the list, Lorenzo Cain, joins Brad Wochomurka on this edition of BP Radio. Cain discusses the power spike we saw from him in 2008, as well as the improved plate discipline he displayed while facing some of the game's top pitching prospects. Then we flip the table on him and allow Lorenzo to break down some of his minor league teammates. Hear his take on some of the other top prospects on the Brewers Top 11 list, only on Baseball Prospectus Radio!
Download the BPR Top 11 MIL Cain show [mp3 format]
BPR - Kevin Reilly: We step away from the conventional baseball talk to discuss a new test that could impact the game's future. Kevin Reilly, president of Atlas Sports Genetics and Epic Athletic Performance, joins Brad Wochomurka to talk about a genetic test used to determine which types of sports will best suit children. Kevin talks about the science involved in the test and the controversies surrounding it. Hear how testing on current professionals and Olympians has increased demand for the test and what the future holds for genetics in sports. Always passing the test, it's Baseball Prospectus Radio!
Download the BPR - Kevin Reilly show [mp3 format]
BPR Top 11 Dodgers Martin: Just months removed from high school, pitcher Ethan Martin tops this year's list of the Dodgers' Top 11 prospects by Kevin Goldstein. Martin joins Brad Wochomurka on this edition of BP Radio to talk about the auspicious start to his pro career this summer and his instructional league experience this fall. Hear how the former football star and third baseman has transitioned to being a full-time pitcher. Martin also offers his own scouting report of his stuff and shares his expectations for 2009 and beyond. Catch the top prospect in the Dodgers organization, only on BP Radio!
Download the BPR Top 11 Dodgers Martin show [mp3 format]
November 26 - Scully: Sometimes you find good things in the garage, and we recently found some lost episodes of BP Radio (the original, one-hour radio broadcast version) in storage. There's some great stuff on there that deserves to be heard again, and to start with, there's this interview between Jon Sciambi, now with the Braves but then a Marlins broadcaster, and Dodgers legend Vin Scully. Take a trip back to 2004 and listen in to a conversation between a living legend and a legend in the making.
Download the November 26 - Scully show [mp3 format]
BPR Top 11 HOU Heck: This edition of BP Radio looks at the Top 11 prospects in the Houston Astros' organization as Bobby Heck, their assistant GM (scouting), joins Brad Wochomurka. Bobby discusses Houston's pick of catcher Jason Castro 10th overall in this year's draft, a selection that surprised some people. How do the Astros view young prospects with tons of raw talent like Jordan Lyles, Ross Seaton, and Jay Austin? Plus, hear how Bobby honed his craft in Milwaukee working under new Mariners GM Jack Zduriencik. Don't miss another look at some of the game's best prospects, only on Baseball Prospectus Radio!
Download the BPR Top 11 HOU Heck show [mp3 format]
BPR Top 11 FLA Goldstein: BP Radio continues its look at the top prospects in baseball with the Florida Marlins, a team where today's top prospects are never far away from being tomorrow's regulars. BP's Kevin Goldstein talks about the biggest fish in Florida's pond with Brad Wochomurka. Can Cameron Maybin overcome strikeouts to become the star many project him to be? How do a pair of break-out 19-year-olds in Michael Stanton and Matt Dominguez project as they get closer to the big leagues? And did the Marlins trade last year's closer to the Cubs for this year's stopper in Jose Ceda? Get all these answers and more, only on BP Radio!
Download the BPR Top 11 FLA Goldstein show [mp3 format]
BPR - Gennaro: As the Hot Stove heats up, it's time to look at how free agents are valued. Vince Gennaro has done ground-breaking work in the field of baseball economics, and now he's bringing his expertise to bear on free agent valuation. What does the author of Diamond Dollars think about CC Sabathia, Manny Ramirez, and Ryan Dempster? Find out on this edition of BPR!
Download the BPR - Gennaro show [mp3 format]
BPR Top 11 COL Weathers: As we continue following Kevin Goldstein's lists of each team's Top 11 Prospects, we talk with Casey Weathers of the Colorado Rockies. Unlike most other noteworthy prospects, Weathers won't be playing next year after Tommy John surgery, but he's still one to watch as the Rockies build for the future. Hear about his rehab, some of his teammates, and his amazing 2008 that went from Tulsa to Beijing. It's Casey Weathers and the Colorado Rockies on this edition of BPR.
Download the BPR Top 11 COL Weathers show [mp3 format]
BPR Top 11 Reds Reynolds: Our look at baseball's top prospects continues as we discuss the best the Reds have to offer. Brad Wochomurka talks about Cincinnati's best young players with Reds director of player development Terry Reynolds. Hear about the Reds' plans for prospects like Yonder Alonso and Todd Frazier--guys that may have to switch positions before arriving in Cincinnati. Reynolds discusses the development of the raw, but talented, young Latin duo of Juan Duran and Yorman Rodriguez. Plus, with a system top-heavy in hitters, who are the pitchers to keep an eye on? All this and more as we discuss the best of the Reds farm system, only on Baseball Prospectus Radio!
Download the BPR Top 11 Reds Reynolds show [mp3 format]
BPR Top 11 CUB Fleita: As we continue to follow along with Kevin Goldstein's lists of each organization's Top 11 Prospects, Brad checks in on the Cubs system with Oneri Fleita, the Cubs' vice president of player personnel. Fleita talks about some names you know and also some players you might know soon, so don't miss out as BPR digs into the Cubs' farm system.
Download the BPR Top 11 CUB Fleita show [mp3 format]
BPR Top 11 ATL Heyward FIX: As we continue following the Top 11 Prospect Lists, we head to Atlanta, where big young hitter Jason Heyward is ranked as the organization's best prospect. He stops by to talk about what got him to the top of the list, and where he's headed next. Then Kevin Goldstein chimes in to talk about the rest of the Braves system, and where they're headed in 2009 and beyond. It's BP Radio, taking it to 11.
Download the BPR Top 11 ATL Heyward FIX show [mp3 format]
November 6 - Costas: If you've watched sports in the last twenty-five years, you know who Bob Costas is. Bob sits down with Will to talk about the place of baseball in the American psyche, from Jackie Robinson to Mickey Mantle to Barry Bonds. Costas has a unique perspective reaching from coming up with the classic Cards and Yankees to today's global era. Join us for a special BPR with one of the biggest names in sports, Bob Costas.
Download the November 6 - Costas show [mp3 format]
BPR Top 11 AZ Frey: As Kevin Goldstein starts pumping out Top 11 Prospects lists, BPR is going to be following along. We'll be talking to some of the prospects, scouting directors, and others to help you understand what goes into being, finding, and developing these prospects. We start with Arizona's Evan Frey, the organization's #7 prospect. Hear what got this 10th-round pick into a Top 11 list, and the former outfielder he credits for improving his defense.
Download the BPR Top 11 AZ Frey show [mp3 format]
BPR - World Series Postgame: Moments after the Phillies wrapped up the World Series title, BP Radio was on the scene for complete post-game reaction. BP's Joe Sheehan and John Perrotto were at Citizens Bank Park, and they talked with Will Carroll and Brad Wochomurka immediately after dodging the champagne in the Phillies' clubhouse. Hear Will talk with Joe about Game Five and the Phillies' journey to a title, while Brad and John discuss the emotions in the clubhouse and the lasting impressions of the 2008 Fall Classic. Enjoy a champagne-soaked edition of Baseball Prospectus Radio to close out the 2008 season.
Download the BPR - World Series Postgame show [mp3 format]
October 23 - Zobrist: It's not often we get the chance to talk with a player, and less often one who's in the middle of a World Series. Rays utilityman Ben Zobrist calls in from the Rays clubhouse to talk about starting his first World Series game, shifting to different positions, and the mood of the team heading into Game Two. Then we catch up with BP's Joe Sheehan, who's covering the World Series with his usual insight and aplomb. It's BPR Playoff coverage you can't miss!
Download the October 23 - Zobrist show [mp3 format]
BPR - Bissinger: Buzz Bissinger joined Will Carroll on Baseball Prospectus Radio last June. This interview is why Bissinger tells Deadspin.com that Will Carroll is unfair.
Download the BPR - Bissinger show [mp3 format]
June 23 - Ash: Gord Ash, VP and Assistant GM with the Milwaukee Brewers, checks in to update us on the progress of his team. After a tough start with injuries and distractions, the Brewers have gotten to seven games over .500 and are looking up at the Cubs in what they hope will be a close finish, but one with a different ending than last year. Ash tells us how the club is planning, what advantages they have, and also looks back to give us some insight on his former manager, Cito Gaston.
Download the June 23 - Ash show [mp3 format]
BP Conversation - Tommy John: Tommy John. Whether that makes you think of a great pitcher or the surgery that's saved the careers of so many pitchers, you'll be interested in hearing what the man himself has to say. We talk about his memories of playing in some of the great stadiums, his experiences with pitching arm injuries, including what he says is his first time explaining how he was injured, as well as his connection to three MGM Special Edition DVDs. It's a must listen BPR as we have a conversation with Tommy John.
Download the BP Conversation - Tommy John show [mp3 format]
BPR - Masterson and Lowrie: This isn't your normal BPR. David Laurila of Prospectus Q&A had the chance to catch up with Jed Lowrie and Justin Masterson, two of the Red Sox top prospects. Instead of interviewing them, they interviewed each other! Get a great look inside the life of a prospect, why a shaved head is a great look, and what it's like to be mentioned in a big trade rumor. Only on BPR.
Download the BPR - Masterson and Lowrie show [mp3 format]
BP Conversation - Antonetti: It's early January, but it's never too early to begin looking at the 2008 season. In this BP Conversation, Brad Wochomurka catches up with Indians' Assistant GM and VP of Baseball Operations Chris Antonetti. How does Cleveland plan to get back to the postseason in an improved AL Central? We discuss what the Indians must do to take the next step into the World Series, and whether last year's breakout players can take it up another notch. Plus, we talk about Chris' decision to remain in Cleveland and another offseason dominated by steroid discussions. Don't miss another great BP Conversation!
Download the BP Conversation - Antonetti show [mp3 format]
BP Conversation - Alyssa Milano: They say baseball is a dirty game. Mud, dirt, grass, spit - the list goes on. But today we make things a bit prettier. Ok, a lot prettier. It's a BP Conversation with actress and avid baseball fan Alyssa Milano. Brad Wochomurka talk with Alyssa about her obsession with the LA Dodgers, her MLB Blog, and the work she'll do with TBS and MLB during the postseason. Plus, we discuss "Touch" - her new line of women's baseball apparel. (No pink allowed!) All of this plus much more on what went wrong with the Dodgers, dealing with the spotlight, and how to help Matt Leinart through the tough times in life. It's an interview you won't want to miss. It's Alyssa Milano - on an all new BP Conversation!
Download the BP Conversation - Alyssa Milano show [mp3 format]
Mark Silva Interview: In an exclusive interview with Baseball Prospectus, Mark Silva, the orthotist that builds Barry Bonds' elbow brace does more than refute a recent story. Silva mentions something in passing that you're going to have to hear for yourself. Forget hat size, what's happened to Bonds' arms in the last fifteen years? Don't miss this BP exclusive.
Download the Mark Silva Interview show [mp3 format]
BPR Weekend June 2 2007: BP Radio goes out on a high note. Six years of weekly shows may be coming to an end, but did Will and Brad save the best for last? Frank Deford talks about his timely new novel, The Entitled, and the place of sports in society. Buzz Bissinger discusses his newest article, "My Right Arm" and his theories on pitching injuries. Finally, America's Weatherman, Al Roker, discusses his new show, "The Show," about making it to the big leagues and his own performance enhancement. We say goodbye to this format with one of the best BP Radio shows ever.
Download the BPR Weekend June 2 2007 show [mp3 format]
BPR Weekend: This week, the New York City Council passed a bill banning the use of metal bats in high school baseball games. Late last year, Will and Brad took a deeper look into the Wood vs. Metal bat debate. Today on BPR Weekend, we look back at those conversations, including our discussion with the New York bill's original sponsor, New York City Councilman Jim Oddo. In addition, New Jersey Assemblyman Patrick Diegnan join us to discuss wood bat legislation he's introduced in his state. Meanwhile, metal bat companies continue the development of cutting edge sports equipment. Easton's Vice President of Baseball and Softball Matt Arndt explains Easton's latest technological advances and the safety of today's metal bats. Your source for all the best baseball info - it's Baseball Prospectus Radio!
Download the BPR Weekend show [mp3 format]
February 12: Steve Stone: Nowhere else has unlimited time for a long-form conversation with some of the most interesting people in baseball. BPR Conversations gets the chance to sit down with Cy Young winner and long-time broadcaster Steve Stone, a forty-five minute look at his career and his unique views on the game of baseball. Pull up a chair and listen in to Will and Steve talking baseball.
Download the February 12: Steve Stone show [mp3 format]
December 30: It's the end of the year and that means the Best of Baseball Prospectus Radio 2006! It's been a fantastic 12 months on the field and on the show. Today, we look back and bring you some of our best guests. We hit the front offices with Brian Cashman and Dayton Moore. Hear from some of the best writers in sports as we bring you Peter King, Alan Schwarz, and Jeff Passan. Former head of the MLBPA Marvin Miller discusses Curt Flood and how he would handle some of the games’ big issues today. And it wouldn't be a best of without some of baseball’s best players. AL Cy Young winner Johan Santana and super rookie Jonathan Papelbon joined us at the All-Star game. Thanks to you, the listeners, for making this another tremendous season. Enjoy the best of Baseball Prospectus Radio 2006!
Download the December 30 show [mp3 format]
October 14: This week, there's a shadow over the playoffs. The passing of Buck O'Neill and Cory Lidle take center stage at BP Radio. Joe Posnanski knew Buck O'Neill and is writing a book on his life, The Soul of Baseball, and he checks in to remind us of Buck's great example for us. Alan Schwarz of Baseball American and ESPN knew Cory Lidle and knows baseball. He talks about both. Brad and Will talk playoffs as well on this edition of BP Radio.
Download the October 14 show [mp3 format]
July 15: When the guest list includes Johan Santana, Jonathan Papelbon, Matt Holliday, Dan Uggla, Ivan Rodriguez, Scott Kazmir, Derrick Turnbow, Chase Utley, Freddy Sanchez, Mariano Rivera and All Star game MVP Michael Young, there's no need for lengthy introductions. Also on this week's show, author Seth Mnookin. Clinching home field advantage - it's Baseball Prospectus Radio!
Download the July 15 show [mp3 format]
December 17: Baseball Prospectus Radio is entering its 4th season and to celebrate we take you back to the start. That's right, it's the first ever edition of BPR! Listen to Will cut his teeth with 3 great guests: Gary Huckabay, the founder of Baseball Prospectus, former Boston Red Sox GM Theo Epstein, and ESPN.com's Rob Neyer. It's a blast from the past as we celebrate BPR moving on to year #4. The new season of BPR will return after the holidays. Enjoy the season and, as always, enjoy baseball talk at its best on Baseball Prospectus Radio!
Download the December 17 show [mp3 format]
November 19: This week it's the best of Baseball Prospectus Radio from 2005. Will and Brad had some great guests this season and some of the best are back for this week's show. Steroids have ruled baseball for the last year, and BPR had it covered like no one else. Former major league pitcher Tom House made headlines last summer when he discussed his experimentation with steroids. Listen to what he had to say about it on BPR. Jim Bouton and Jim Lampley also discussed steroids as well as amphetamines in the game. Not many guests get a chance to join Will and Brad in studio, but that's exactly what Ray Knight did this summer. The former manager and '86 World Series MVP talks about the state of baseball and how we evaluate players today. The Atlanta Braves made it 14 straight division titles this season. Jonah Keri filled in on BPR this year and talked with Braves GM John Schuerholz about winning despite injuries and how the Braves continue to develop young talent. And finally, Will and Brad caught up with Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Zach Duke before he exploded on the major league scene. It's an interview you won't want to miss with one of baseball's brightest young stars. It's been a year in the making - it's the best of Baseball Prospectus Radio 2005!
Download the November 19 show [mp3 format]
July 23: Will and Brad aren't alone in studio this week as former Reds manager, Baseball Tonight analyst, and '86 World Series MVP Ray Knight sits in and talks about TV's role in today's game, the player/manager relationship, and details his recovery from a heart attack. Also on the show, Buck O'Neil. The Negro Leagues legend shares one of his best stories as only he can tell it and discusses his major league dreams as well. Plus, BP's Jay Jaffe breaks down why Rafael Palmeiro is a sure-fire Hall of Famer. It's not the swimsuit issue, but it sure looks good. It's Baseball Prospectus Radio.
Download the July 23 show [mp3 format]
May 14: Pete Rose. Michael Lewis. BP Radio.
In the interview that will have everyone talking, our national correspondent Graham Bensinger sits down with Pete Rose and asks the tough questions. You'll be surprised to hear Pete talk about his place in the game, who he watches, and what he thinks about his eligibility. We'll also hear from Mike Schmidt as he gives his side of the story on his friend's battle for reinstatement.
We also talk with Michael Lewis, best known as the author of Moneyball. Michael's new book Coach is out this week and tells the story of the man that changed his life and the changes in society and sport.
Rose. Lewis. BPR. It's a show that Joe Morgan is going to love.
Download the May 14 show [mp3 format]
Our shows are AVAILABLE FOR BROADCAST. Please email Will Carroll for clearance.
We now have a BP Radio Podcast!
To setup the podcast with the new iTunes software from Apple, start in the "Advanced" menu in the main toolbar, select "Subscribe to Podcast" and paste in the feed url (http://www.baseballprospectus.com/rss/bpr_podcast.xml) into the dialog box. From now on, you should see the Baseball Prospectus Radio podcast in your podcast section of iTunes (check the list on the left for Podcasts).
Listen live on ESPN 990's website
Copyright © 2009 Prospectus Entertainment Ventures/Raven Broadcasting
Please be sure to let us know what you think of the show and if you'd like to see BPR archived like this in the future by emailing wcarroll@baseballprospectus.com.
Partial affiliate list:
Check your local listings for times and dates.
Want to get BPR on YOUR radio station? Here's show information for Program Directors.
|
