Best Dansby Swanson Podcasts (2025)

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Cubs Weekly: Cliff Floyd breaks down Pete Crow-Armstrong, Dansby Swanson 24:42

14d ago24:42

24:42

Cliff Floyd joins Lance Brozdowski on the Cubs Weekly Podcast, presented by Wintrust, to break down Pete-Crow Armstrong's hot start, Dansby Swanson's rebound and Seiya Suzuki's underappreciated bat. They also chat about Cliff Floyd's career and how he'd fare if he stepped in the box against a major league arm today.…

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Ian Happ recounts Pete Crow-Armstrong's rise to stardom 24:19

11h ago24:19

24:19

Cubs left fielder Ian Happ joined the Cubs Weekly Podcast to chat with Lance Brozdowski about a pair of teammates who are in the early NL MVP conversation -- Pete Crow-Armstrong and Kyle Tucker. Is Happ surprised at Crow-Armstrong's sudden power production? What is one thing fans don't know about Crow-Armstrong? What is it like hitting in front of …

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When should a pitcher add a new pitch? 9:09

23h ago9:09

9:09

Marquee Sports Network analyst and former minor league coach Katie Krall discusses how pitchers develop new pitches and uses her baseball background to discuss the development process.

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PAT MURPHY Opens Up About ASU Scandal, Coaching The Brewers & Winning MLB Manager of the Year 1:13:57

1d ago1:13:57

1:13:57

Unlock the secrets behind Murf's legendary coaching style in this captivating episode filled with personal anecdotes, professional insights, and unforgettable stories from the world of baseball. From his journey as a bench coach to becoming an MLB Manager of the Year, Murf shares his philosophy on team dynamics, clubhouse chemistry, and connecting …

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Kissing Fish: Yoshinobu Yamamoto is an ACE; Red Sox Unraveling?; Will We Ever See a Batter Hit .400? 55:41

1d ago55:41

55:41

Hembo and Buster discuss Ronny Simon’s tough night, if the Red Sox’s season is unraveling, Yoshinobu Yamamoto garnering ace status in the league, Aaron Judge’s insane hits pace, Cal Raleigh’s season for the ages at catcher, and Tarik Skubal torturing hitting. Then, Tim Kurkjian talks about the buzz around Shohei Ohtani throwing, if the Yankees or D…

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Here's why Cubs rookie pitcher Cade Horton is a player development success 10:27

1d ago10:27

10:27

Lance Brozdowski digs into the evolution of Chicago Cubs rookie right-hander Cade Horton's approach to lefty hitters and listens to president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer's thoughts on oblique injuries across Major League Baseball.

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What projections say about Cubs outfielder Pete Crow-Armstrong's 40-40 chances 8:13

3d ago8:13

8:13

Lance Brozdowski provides some updates on injuries before Katie Krall joins his to discuss projections and how important they are in valuation and contextualization of a player's performance, such as Cubs breakout star Pete Crow-Armstrong.

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Backseat Drivers: Clown Car Rolls After Mets Beat Dodgers; Juan Soto Update; Shohei Ohtani Pitches BP 45:48

4d ago45:48

45:48

Buster is in the Clown Car with David Cone and Eduardo Perez after Sunday Night Baseball. The guys discuss Juan Soto positivity, the Mets rallying around Soto after a rough week, Francisco Lindor explaining his transition period in New York, the spectacle of Shohei Ohtani throwing batting practice, if Clayton Kershaw will make an impact this season…

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Seiya Suzuki and the Cubs' offense cannot be stopped 11:29

4d ago11:29

11:29

Lance Brozdowski digs into the Chicago Cubs' insane offensive run over the past few weeks, with contributions from Seiya Suzuki and, unexpectedly Sunday, Reese McGuire. Stick around for a preview of the Cubs-Rockies series at Wrigley Field and how Coors Field affects hitter perception of pitch shapes.…

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How Miguel Amaya injury might impact Cubs; Julian Merryweather DFA'd 8:41

5d ago8:41

8:41

Lance Brozdowski digs into the implications of Cubs catcher Miguel Amaya's oblique strain, which he sustained Saturday against the Reds, and discusses if Moisés Ballesteros or Reese McGuire will be called up from Triple-A Iowa to replace him. Lance also analyzes the Cubs' decision to designate struggling reliever Julian Merryweather for assignment.…

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The Pete Crow-Armstrong Game just happened 9:38

6d ago9:38

9:38

Lance Brozdowski digs into a historic night from Pete Crow-Armstrong as he hit two home runs in the Cubs' series-opening win in Cincinnati. We'll hear some crazy stats on the home runs and listen to what Cubs manager Craig Counsell and PCA thought of his heroics.

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Prepared: What Would Kiley McDaniel Do as GM of the Orioles, Phillies, Cardinals? Plus, Top Prospects & MLB Draft Lookahead 55:13

7d ago55:13

55:13

Kiley McDaniel and Buster discuss Kiley’s top 50 prospects at midseason, who’s moved up since his last ranking, which players could make an impact this season and the top of the 2025 MLB draft. Plus, what would Kiley do as the general manager of the Orioles, Phillies and Cardinals. Then, Sarah Langs on Juan Soto. Later, Todd Radom talks about the W…

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Cubs Weekly: Ryan Dempster analyzes MLB's pitching evolution 24:17

7d ago24:17

24:17

Ryan Dempster joins Lance Brozdowski on the Cubs Weekly Podcast, presented by Wintrust, to break down all things pitching, from his 16-year MLB career to the current state of the game. Dempster analyzes pitch grips, talks strategy and how to balance data with experience on the mound. The duo also chats about how pitchers discuss the art with other …

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Can Pete-Crow Armstrong have a 40-40 season? 6:49

8d ago6:49

6:49

Lance Brozdowski throws to an interview with Bruce Levine, Elise Menaker and Ryan Sweeney as they analyze whether PCA can put together a 40-40 season.

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DYLAN CEASE On The Art of Pitching, MLB Journey & San Diego Padres 45:13

9d ago45:13

45:13

Dylan Cease joins the boys on Diggin' Deep! Padres ace shares his MLB journey, from overcoming Tommy John surgery as a teen to mastering new pitches in San Diego’s cutting-edge pitching lab. Discover how the lab’s groundbreaking technology helps refine pitch mechanics and unlocks untapped potential, offering a rare glimpse into the science behind t…

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Ultimate Teammate: Juan Soto Out of Character; Mike Elias Faces the Music; Pete Crow-Armstrong the Next Superstar? 59:57

9d ago59:57

59:57

Tim Kurkjian and Buster discuss Tim honoring his late brother Matt at Catholic University, if we'll look back at the last few days as the time that Juan Soto became a Met, Walker Buehler getting ejected and Aaron and Bret Boone exchanging lineup cards. Then Hembo stops by to talk about Juan Soto's passive approach at the plate, Mike Elias punting o…

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Cubs rout Marlins, plus Statcast's new hitter swing data 9:29

9d ago9:29

9:29

Lance Brozdowski analyzes another big offensive game from Cubs hitters and reviews what new hitter metrics we can analyze publicly with Statcast's latest release.

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Who will record Cubs' next save with Porter Hodge on IL? 9:29

10d ago9:29

9:29

Lance Brozdowski examines who will earn the next save for the Cubs with Porter Hodge hitting the IL, Matt Shaw's MLB return, and a potential third base trade target for the July 31 trade deadline.

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Jilted: Clown Car from the Booth; Juan Soto Returns to the Bronx; Brandon Hyde Out in Baltimore; Jose Alvarado Suspended 80 Games 42:56

11d ago42:56

42:56

Buster, David Coney, Eduardo Perez and Karl Ravech parked the Clown Car in the broadcast booth at Yankee Stadium following Sunday Night Baseball. They discuss an exciting Subway Series, Juan Soto’s emotions in his return to the Bronx, the Yankees’ improved outfield defense, Pete Alonso’s preparation, the Orioles firing Brandon Hyde and Jose Alvarad…

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Pete Crow-Armstrong, Colin Rea seal Cubs' Crosstown Classic sweep of White Sox 9:48

11d ago9:48

9:48

Lance Brozdowski discusses one particular stat that enables the Cubs pitching staff's success, highlights the force that is Pete Crow-Armstrong, and chats with rookie right-hander Cade Horton about his first taste of MLB life.

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Should the Cubs recall Matt Shaw after his Triple-A breakout? 10:23

12d ago10:23

10:23

Lance Brozdowski examines whether the Chicago Cubs should recall hot-hitting prospect Matt Shaw from Triple-A Iowa to fill their third base hole as the team continues its scorching stretch of offensive production with another Crosstown Classic win over the White Sox at Wrigley Field.

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Did Kyle Tucker just break out of a slump? 8:48

13d ago8:48

8:48

Lance Brozdowski analyzes a series-opening win for the Cubs against the crosstown rival White Sox, including a potential slump-buster day for superstar slugger Kyle Tucker.

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Grown Man Conversation: Alternative History with Eric Hosmer; Ronald Acuña Jr. Plays Nice; Buster's Top 5 53:42

14d ago53:42

53:42

Eric Hosmer and Buster discuss Hos returning to Kansas City to celebrate the 2015 World Series, what advice he’d give to Craig Breslow about tough conversations with players, Juan Soto’s return to the Bronx and Ronald Acuña Jr. making amends. Then, Darryl Strawberry shares what his reception was like after returning to Shea Stadium as a Dodger. Nex…

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What's behind Jameson Taillon's recent struggles? 9:53

15d ago9:53

9:53

Lance Brozdowski breaks down Jameson Taillon's recent struggles with home runs and previews the crosstown rivalry between the White Sox and Cubs this weekend.

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DAYTON MOORE Talks Untold 2015 Royals Stories, Creating A World Series Roster & Drafting MLB Players 1:29:09

16d ago1:29:09

1:29:09

What fueled the Kansas City Royals' unforgettable 2015 World Series win? Dayton Moore reveals the behind-the-scenes stories, pivotal trades, and the unwavering commitment that shaped the team’s championship journey. From bold roster decisions like acquiring Johnny Cueto and Ben Zobrist and the players' relentless drive, this episode unpacks it all.…

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Holy Bleep: Pete Rose Off the Permanently Ineligible List; Javier Baez is Back; How Do the Yankees Handle 3B? 1:13:41

16d ago1:13:41

1:13:41

Hembo and Buster discuss Pete Rose and “Shoeless” Joe Jackson’s removal from the permanently ineligible list, the end (for now) of the Rafael Devers-to-first base drama, the Javier Baez renaissance and the Phillies gathering momentum. Then, Todd Radom shares his thoughts on Rose’s potential Hall of Fame induction. Plus, this week’s Ballpark & Beyon…

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Justin Turner walks off Marlins; Alex Cohen gives Moisés Ballesteros scouting report 13:26

16d ago13:26

13:26

Lance Brozdowski recaps a thrilling Cubs win over the Miami Marlins, then is joined by Marquee Sports Network play-by-play announcer Alex Cohen to discuss the offensive impact that recent call-up Moisés Ballesteros could have with Ian Happ sidelined.

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How MLB organizations write and leverage scouting reports 12:27

17d ago12:27

12:27

Marquee Sports Network’s Katie Krall breaks down how to write a scouting report, the way front offices assign scouting coverage, and what to look for when watching at home or Wrigley Field.

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Generous Use of Gestures: Rockies & Pirates Fire Their Managers; Phillies Look GOOD; The Latest on Rafael Devers 41:16

18d ago41:16

41:16

Buster, David Cone, Karl Ravech and Eduardo Perez discuss a big week for the Phillies, the Guardians lacking depth, the Rockies and Pirates firing their managers, and Rafael Devers’ refusing to play first base for the Red Sox. Plus, special guest Sydney Olney grades Eduardo Perez’s Japanese. Then, from Sunday Night Baseball, Steve Vogt was surprise…

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Has the strike zone shrunk? 9:05

19d ago9:05

9:05

Lance Brozdowski digs into how the strike zone has changed this season because of an adjustment in how umpires are graded alongside Katie Krall, one of the newest members of the Marquee Sports Network team.

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Former Cubs pitcher Ray Burris shares biggest lessons from his career 9:19

19d ago9:19

9:19

Lance Brozdowski tosses to an interview with former Chicago Cubs pitcher Ray Burris, Elise Menaker and Ryan Sweeney as they chat about Burris' career, how to learn from failure, his interactions with Ben Brown and more.

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Why use an opener for Cade Horton's MLB debut? 10:26

20d ago10:26

10:26

Lance Brozdowski digs into the Cubs' loss on the road against the Mets and considers whether this is the optimal rollout for their top pitching prospect, Cade Horton, potentially pitching out of the bullpen tomorrow behind Brad Keller.

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From Worcester: Buster’s Top 5; Mets and the Kick Change; Giancarlo Stanton Returning; First Base Solutions for Red Sox 57:15

21d ago57:15

57:15

Jorge Castillo and Buster discuss how the kick change has elevated the Mets’ pitching, a great early season series between the Yankees and Padres, and why Rafael Devers is the best solution for the Red Sox at fist base. Then, Michael Kay stops by to talk about how Aaron Boone’s plan for Devin Williams, how is Ben Rice going to get at-bats with Stan…

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Cubs Weekly: Bruce Levine talks Cubs deadline moves, contracts for Pete Crow-Armstrong and Kyle Tucker 27:16

21d ago27:16

27:16

On the latest episode of the Cubs Weekly Podcast, presented by Wintrust, Lance Brozdowski talks with Bruce Levine, covering everything from the best Cubs offenses he's ever seen, whether he's surprised Pete Crow-Armstrong rejected a Cubs' extension offer this offseason, and how the pending CBA negotiations after the 2026 season will impact spending…

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When will Cade Horton debut? Let's preview the Mets series 10:33

22d ago10:33

10:33

Lance Brozdowski previews a massive series coming up this weekend in New York between the Mets and Cubs. We'll dig into how you pitch to Pete Alonso and whether the Cubs top pitching prospect, Cade Horton, will make his MLB debut

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Summer of Opportunists: Aaron Judge Isn’t Hot Yet; Early MVP Watch; One Year of Paul Skenes 1:09:05

23d ago1:09:05

1:09:05

Tim Kurkjian and Buster discuss whether Aaron Judge will continue to improve this season, if Tim has given up on the Orioles, what’s the temperature of the trade market, the Red Sox's options at first base, and the Zach Wheeler as the best kept secret in baseball. Then, Hembo stops by to talk about his top-three MVP candidates in each league, the R…

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TREY MANCINI On Beating Cancer, MLB Comeback & Orioles Memories 54:53

23d ago54:53

54:53

In this candid interview, Trey Mancini opens up about his incredible journey, from his early days growing up in Winter Haven to making a name for himself in Major League Baseball. Trey shares his experience battling cancer, including his diagnosis just weeks before his birthday and the emotional and physical challenges he faced during treatment. He…

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Cubs squander extra-innings opportunity at Wrigley 8:44

23d ago8:44

8:44

Lance Brozdowski recaps the Cubs' tough 14-5 extra-innings loss to the San Francisco Giants, then goes into the time machine to reflect on Kerry Wood's 20-strikeout game, which happened 27 years ago on May 6, 1998.

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Is Kyle Tucker driving the Cubs' offensive dominance? 8:21

24d ago8:21

8:21

Lance Brozdowski recaps another big win at home over the San Francisco Giants and delves into how much of an effect Kyle Tucker is having on the numerous other Cubs hitters who have made considerable year-over-year improvements.

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Trombone: Clown Car Takes Atlanta; Aaron Judge is Peerless; Teoscar Hernandez on Defending His Derby Title 41:08

25d ago41:08

41:08

The Clown Car with Buster, David Cone, Karl Ravech and Eduardo Perez leaves Truist Park on foot while talking about an ego building win for the Braves, the Dodgers needing Dustin May to round into form, the Red Sox losing Triston Casas for the season the and ensuring infield debate, the Rangers slow start, the Cubs down another starting pitcher, an…

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