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On this episode of Bleacher Bums, Jim and Tony take a look at stats and their place in Major League Baseball. Do we really need stats to tell us how good a player is these days? How can any so-called expert say “runs batted in” is a meaningless stat? Hear the answers to these questions and more on this episode of Bleacher Bums! For any questions or comments please contact the Bleacher Bums at info@bleacherbumspodcast.com. Also, be sure to check out our website at www.bleacherbumspodcast.com for every episode. The Bleacher Bums podcast is brought to you by LineupMedia.fm. The post Stuff Your Stats In A Sack, Mister! appeared first on Bleacher Bums.

PLAY BALL! On this episode of Bleacher Bums, Jimbo is going it alone and ready to tackle the opening week of Major League Baseball. After three games, Madison Bumgarner is tied for the league lead in home runs after homering twice on opening day. If Bumgarner was a pitcher in the American League, would the designated hitter be implemented? Plus, the weather is creating havoc with the first week of the season leaving the “boys of summer” feeling more like the “boys of winter.” Join us for this episode of Bleacher Bums! For any questions or comments please contact the Bleacher Bums at info@bleacherbumspodcast.com. Also, be sure to check out our website at www.bleacherbumspodcast.com for every episode. The Bleacher Bums podcast is brought to you by LineupMedia.fm. The post Who Needs a DH? Not This Bum!! appeared first on Bleacher Bums.

Opening Day!   On this episode of Bleacher Bums,  Join us for this episode of Bleacher Bums! Jim and Tony look at some of the most memorable moments in the history of MLB’s opening day’s. And we also give congrats to the Cub’s as they start the season as world series champs. For any questions or comments please contact the Bleacher Bums at info@bleacherbumspodcast.com. Also, be sure to check out our website at www.bleacherbumspodcast.com for every episode. The Bleacher Bums podcast is brought to you by LineupMedia.fm. The post Opening Day! appeared first on Bleacher Bums.

The U.S. dominates the World Baseball Classic. On this episode of Bleacher Bums, Jimbo and Johno join us to discuss the phenomenal victory of the United States in the World Baseball Classic. The American's 8-0 drubbing of Puerto Rico gave the United States its first WBC Championship, but it didn't come without controversy. Jimbo tells us about Adam Jones' comments directed toward the Puerto Rican team, and Yadier Molina's immediate response in which he called for an apology from Jones. Plus, the guys discuss the use of instant replay in Major League Baseball. Should it stay, or should it go? Join us for this episode of Bleacher Bums! For any questions or comments please contact the Bleacher Bums at info@bleacherbumspodcast.com. Also, be sure to check out our website at www.bleacherbumspodcast.com for every episode. The Bleacher Bums podcast is brought to you by LineupMedia.fm. The post Stroh!!!!!! appeared first on Bleacher Bums.

Ryan Braun has nothing to complain about. On this episode of Bleacher Bums, Jimbo and Tony join us to debate what exactly Ryan Braun has to complain about in today's world of Major League Baseball. Besides being a liar and trying to ruin another man's life, Braun believes now he shouldn't have to be at spring training because he doesn't get paid by the hour. Plus, a look at the spectacular play taking place at the World Baseball Classic and the hope that Major League Baseball takes a look at adding excitement to the game, as opposed to worrying about shortening their nightly contests. Join us for this episode of Bleacher Bums! For any questions or comments please contact the Bleacher Bums at info@bleacherbumspodcast.com. Also, be sure to check out our website at www.bleacherbumspodcast.com for every episode. The Bleacher Bums podcast is brought to you by LineupMedia.fm. The post Quit Complaining and Just Go Away appeared first on Bleacher Bums.

The USA has a great roster…but it could be better. On this episode of Bleacher Bums, Jim and Corey take on the World Baseball Classic. The United States has a formidable team with some of the best players in all of Major League Baseball. However, the guys discuss why some of the very biggest names are sticking around spring training as opposed to donning the “Stars and Stripes” for their home country. Do the American players not have the pride to play for their country? Are money and endorsement deals more important than the World Baseball Classic? Hear the answers to these questions and more on this episode of Bleacher Bums! For any questions or comments please contact the Bleacher Bums at info@bleacherbumspodcast.com. Also, be sure to check out our website at www.bleacherbumspodcast.com for every episode. The Bleacher Bums podcast is brought to you by LineupMedia.fm. The post Nothing Like Playing for Pride! appeared first on Bleacher Bums.

Paying the price to play Major League Baseball. On this episode of Bleacher Bums, Jim and Tony take a deeper look into the human trafficking trial involving some of the Cuban players defecting to the United States. Would you risk your life for a chance to grab the brass ring? Also, with David Price heading in for an MRI, it seem as though Tommy John surgery is becoming more commonplace for pitchers this day in age. The guys break this down, as well as taking a look Rob Manfred‘s move to a stickier cover for baseballs in order to enforce the foreign-substance abuse rule. It is all here on this edition of Bleacher Bums! For any questions or comments please contact the Bleacher Bums at info@bleacherbumspodcast.com. Also, be sure to check out our website at www.bleacherbumspodcast.com for every episode. The Bleacher Bums podcast is brought to you by LineupMedia.fm. The post Would You Eat Your Passport for $68 Million? appeared first on Bleacher Bums.

What could have been for Josh Hamilton.   On this episode of Bleacher Bums, Jimbo and Tony discuss the recent news of Josh Hamilton and the timeline of his career with his unfortunate setbacks. Hamilton has been in and out of the game. Once he found his way in the league, he unleashed his talents with his MVP season in 2010, giving us a glimpse of “what may have been.” He's gone from a can't miss prospect, to having three knee operations in 10 months, to back on the field for spring training only to experience more knee problems. Also, Rob Manfred and Major league Baseball are at it again. The latest change to the game has left us wondering what other changes have yet to come. Join Jimbo and Tony on this latest episode of Bleacher Bums! For any questions or comments please contact the Bleacher Bums at info@bleacherbumspodcast.com. Also, be sure to check out our website at www.bleacherbumspodcast.com for every episode. The Bleacher Bums podcast is brought to you by LineupMedia.fm. The post My, oh my! What could have been… appeared first on Bleacher Bums.

The highs, lows, and in-betweens of fantasy baseball. On this episode of Bleacher Bums, Jim, Tony, and Steveo take a look at the business of fantasy baseball and how it compares to the real thing. Has baseball become a game of nothing but numbers? The guys debate the true value and potential of consistent performers and their ability to give peace of mind to all fantasy owners. It's a beautiful day for baseball on this episode of Bleacher Bums! For any questions or comments please contact the Bleacher Bums at info@bleacherbumspodcast.com. Also, be sure to check out our website at www.bleacherbumspodcast.com for every episode. The Bleacher Bums podcast is brought to you by LineupMedia.fm. The post Who is the First Pick in Your Fantasy Draft? appeared first on Bleacher Bums.

MLB has gone too far with proposed rule changes. On this episode of Bleacher Bums, Fish is back and Jim welcomes Tony Hubert as the newest member of the show. The guys open by discussing the MLB wanting to raise the strike zone and eliminate the intentional walk pitches. If raising the strike zone will increase offense, then why try to speed up games with newly proposed rules? Also, discussion centers around Major League Baseball wanting to start extra innings with a runner at second base. Is this little league ball? What happened to the love of the game? You will hear answers to these questions and more on this episode of Bleacher Bums! For any questions or comments please contact the Bleacher Bums at info@bleacherbumspodcast.com. Also, be sure to check out our website at www.bleacherbumspodcast.com for every episode. The Bleacher Bums podcast is brought to you by LineupMedia.fm. The post Please Quit Messing with our Game!! appeared first on Bleacher Bums.