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  • SHOHEI OHTANI'S FIRST AS A DODGER! + TOP 3 ROOKIES OF THE YEAR & MLB POWER RANKINGS

    SHOHEI OHTANI'S FIRST AS A DODGER! + TOP 3 ROOKIES OF THE YEAR & MLB POWER RANKINGS
    2025/06/23
    Ben Verlander breaks down the big news as Shohei Ohtani makes his mark as a Los Angeles Dodger for the very first time. From Ohtani's historic moment to the top contenders for Rookie of the Year, we’ve got the hottest stories around the league. Plus, we reveal the latest MLB Power Rankings and which teams are rising (or falling) fast on this week's episode of Flippin' Bats with Ben Verlander.CHAPTERS:0:00 Intro1:30 East-West Classic At Rickwood5:27 Ohtani’s Pitches & Homers In Dodger Start13:30 Top 3 Rookie of the Year Candidates28:23 MLB Power Rankings36:08 Fanduel Best Bets37:30 Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    41 分
  • WHO WON THE RAFAEL DEVERS TRADE? SHOHEI OHTANI BACK ON THE MOUND & GREATEST PITCHING PERFORMANCES

    WHO WON THE RAFAEL DEVERS TRADE? SHOHEI OHTANI BACK ON THE MOUND & GREATEST PITCHING PERFORMANCES
    2025/06/18
    MLB Hall of Famer John Smoltz returns to join Ben Verlander for another must-watch episode! The duo breaks down the blockbuster trade sending Rafael Devers from the Boston Red Sox to the San Francisco Giants — who came out on top? They also dive into Shohei Ohtani’s much-anticipated return to the mound for the Los Angeles Dodgers and reflect on the most unforgettable pitching performances they've witnessed live, inspired by Arkansas' Gage Wood throwing a no-hitter in the College World Series. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    15 分
  • SHOHEI OHTANI IS BACK! RED SOX DID WHAT?! MLB POWER RANKINGS & MORE

    SHOHEI OHTANI IS BACK! RED SOX DID WHAT?! MLB POWER RANKINGS & MORE
    2025/06/16
    Ben Verlander is back with a jam-packed episode of Flippin' Bats! This week, he dives into Shohei Ohtani’s long-awaited return to the mound against the Padres — his first pitching appearance in nearly two years. Plus, Ohtani hits another major milestone with his 250th career home run.But the biggest bombshell? The Boston Red Sox trading Rafael Devers to the San Francisco Giants — and yes, the Giants are taking on his entire contract. Ben breaks down the stunning move, rips into the Red Sox for the decision, and unpacks what this means for both teams. All that and more on this week’s must-watch episode!CHAPTERS:00:00 Intro01:30 Devers To The Giants25:00 Ohtani Is Back33:00 MLB Power Rankings41:00 Fanduel Best Bets43:00 Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    47 分
  • SHOHEI OHTANI & DODGERS VS PADRES, GREATEST CATCH IN MLB HISTORY & MORE WITH JOHN SMOLTZ

    SHOHEI OHTANI & DODGERS VS PADRES, GREATEST CATCH IN MLB HISTORY & MORE WITH JOHN SMOLTZ
    2025/06/12
    MLB Hall of Famer John Smoltz returns to the show with Ben Verlander to break down what might be the greatest catch in baseball history — and why it left him speechless. They dive into the intense Dodgers vs. Padres series, highlight Shohei Ohtani's impact, and explore how the recent wave of pitching injuries could reshape future MLB contracts. Don’t miss this insider conversation with one of baseball’s sharpest minds! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    23 分
  • BRAVES COLLAPSE IN 2025?! ASTROS TAKE AL WEST LEAD + LATEST MLB POWER RANKINGS

    BRAVES COLLAPSE IN 2025?! ASTROS TAKE AL WEST LEAD + LATEST MLB POWER RANKINGS
    2025/06/09
    Ben Verlander returns with a brand-new episode of Flippin’ Bats! This week, he dives into the Atlanta Braves’ shocking collapse in the 2025 season. Is it time for the Braves to hit the reset button and start planning for 2026?Ben also takes a closer look at the struggling Arizona Diamondbacks, whose season has been derailed by devastating pitching injuries—should they be sellers at the deadline too?Plus, the Houston Astros are surging once again and sitting atop the AL West. Ben breaks down what’s fueling their dominance and reveals his updated MLB Power Rankings! Chapters:00:00 Intro06:30 Braves Collapse23:18 AL West Update31:20 Dbacks Reset42:53 MLB Power Rankings47:47 MLB Best Bets49:45 Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    53 分
  • SHOHEI OHTANI'S PITCHING RETURN? JOHN SMOLTZ BREAKS DOWN MLB TRADE DEADLINE RUMORS & MORE!

    SHOHEI OHTANI'S PITCHING RETURN? JOHN SMOLTZ BREAKS DOWN MLB TRADE DEADLINE RUMORS & MORE!
    2025/06/05
    Ben Verlander is joined once again by MLB Hall of Famer John Smoltz to break down the biggest storylines from the weekend, including the high-stakes Dodgers vs. Yankees series and what it means for both teams going forward. Smoltz shares exclusive insights from watching Shohei Ohtani’s simulated game up close from the press box, plus the latest on Lance McCullers’ road to recovery with the Houston Astros. They also dive into which team must make a move at the trade deadline to stay in contention. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    13 分
  • SHOHEI OHTANI & DODGERS DOMINATE YANKEES, BRAVES: BUYERS OR SELLERS & MLB TRADE DEADLINE

    SHOHEI OHTANI & DODGERS DOMINATE YANKEES, BRAVES: BUYERS OR SELLERS & MLB TRADE DEADLINE
    2025/06/03
    Ben Verlander is back with a brand-new episode of Flippin' Bats, diving into the highly anticipated World Series rematch between the Los Angeles Dodgers and the New York Yankees. What did this series reveal about both teams as we move deeper into the season?Ben also breaks down the latest on the Atlanta Braves, analyzing where they stand following the returns of Spencer Strider and Ronald Acuña Jr.Plus, the MLB Trade Deadline is heating up, and Ben shares three trades that NEED to happen. Don’t miss his updated MLB Power Rankings as the playoff picture starts to take shape. Chapters:00:00 Intro04:00 Braves: Buyers or Sellers10:25 Dodgers Vs Yankees Recap18:50 Three Trades We Need To See31:50 MLB Power Rankings39:00 Fanduel Best Bet42:00 Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    44 分
  • SHOHEI OHTANI DODGERS CLOSER? JOHN SMOLTZ TALKS OHTANI’S ROLE, PITCHING & MORE

    SHOHEI OHTANI DODGERS CLOSER? JOHN SMOLTZ TALKS OHTANI’S ROLE, PITCHING & MORE
    2025/05/30
    MLB Hall of Famer John Smoltz joins Ben Verlander on this week’s episode of Flippin’ Bats to break down the latest headlines around the league!They dive into the Los Angeles Dodgers' bullpen struggles and discuss the possibility of Shohei Ohtani stepping in as a postseason closer. Could Ohtani really take on that role?Plus, they react to Ronny Simon’s tough three-error game with the Miami Marlins, Smoltz shares the wildest grounds crew story you've ever heard, and they debate who the best pitcher in MLB is right now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    17 分