Flippin' Bats with Ben Verlander

Ben Verlander is joined once again by MLB Hall of Famer John Smoltz on Flippin' Bats! The two dive into Clayton Kershaw’s historic march to 3,000 strikeouts — could he be the last pitcher to ever hit that milestone? They also break down why the Detroit Tigers must lock up Tarik Skubal with a long-term extension and what it means for the future of the franchise. Plus, more insights, hot takes, and expert analysis from one of the best minds in baseball. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ben Verlander is back on Flippin' Bats with another must-watch episode! This week, Ben dives into the New York Mets' recent slide — is it time to panic or stay calm? He also breaks down his Top 3 picks for the NL MVP race at the halfway mark, featuring stars like Shohei Ohtani and Pete Crow Armstrong. Plus, get Ben’s updated MLB Power Rankings and his top FanDuel best bets to help you cash in this season. Don’t miss it! CHAPTERS:00:00 INTRO03:30 METS SLIDE11:45 TOP 3 NL MVPS23:00 MLB POWER RANKINGS42:20 FANDUEL BEST BETS44:00 OUTRO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

MLB Hall of Famer John Smoltz returns to Flippin' Bats with Ben Verlander for a can't-miss episode! The two dive into the heated AL MVP race — is it Yankees slugger Aaron Judge or Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh who deserves the crown? Plus, insider takes, bold predictions, and plenty more from around the league. Don't miss it!!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Ben Verlander brings you the latest and hottest news in MLB. This week, he discusses yet another blow the Boston Red Sox have been delivered after the news of Alex Bregman's injury came out. He also talks about Shohei Ohtani being back on the mound for the Los Angeles Dodgers and looking as good as he did before the arm injury. Ben finally talks about his Top 5 pitchers in MLB, the story of Nic Enright & his MLB Power Rankings. Chapters:00:00 Intro02:30 Red Sox News08:30 Ohtani Sim Game15:00 Top 5 Pitchers27:00 Power Rankings32:00 Nic Enright Story38:00 Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ben Verlander is joined by MLB Hall of Famer John Smoltz to break down the biggest MLB storylines this week!They dive into Yoshinobu Yamamoto’s NL Cy Young campaign and how the Los Angeles Dodgers ace has evolved from his rookie season to Year 2. They also talk about the Atlanta Braves and the return of Spencer Strider—what it means for the rotation and the Braves' postseason hopes.Plus, Ben and John debate a hot topic: Who is the best team in Major League Baseball right now? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ben Verlander has a new team atop his MLB Power Rankings and could it be the Detroit Tigers? Ben also recaps the Subway Series that say Juan Soto go back to the Bronx as the Mets took on the Yankees. He also updates his MLB Power Rankings and comments on the Baltimore Orioles firing Brandon Hyde. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ben Verlander once again is joined by MLB Hall of Famer John Smoltz. This week they discuss what leads to a pitcher rebounding or falling out of form like Patrick Corbin and Aaron Nola. They also talk about whether Pete Rose should be in MLB's Hall of Fame, Juan Soto's return to the Bronx to play the New York Yankees for the first time since signing with the New York Mets & much more. Chapters:00:00 Intro02:00 John Smoltz Joins02:45 Aaron Nola Issues06:00 Justin Verlander Still Winless10:20 Juan Soto Back To The Bronx12:00 Pete Rose In HOF?19:30 Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ben Verlander brings you all the latest in MLB and that includes Shohei Ohtani's epic weekend vs the Arizona Diamondbacks, as well as Roki Sasaki's continued struggles in MLB. Verlander also discusses the Boston Red Sox drama with Rafael Devers and who is in the wrong. He also talks about the recent string of managers fired and he updates his MLB Power Rankings. Chapters:00:00 Intro02:45 Red Sox & Devers09:10 Shohei Ohtani GOAT?18:00 Roki Sasaki Issues?23:00 Managers Fired29:00 Power Rankings35:50 Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ben Verlander is once again joined by MLB Hall of Famer John Smoltz. They discuss the Seattle Mariners, the rules to a benches clearing brawl in MLB and whether or not in-season coaching changes really matter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ben Verlander breaks down the biggest stories around Major League Baseball this week! He declares the Seattle Mariners are the real deal and explains why they're a serious contender. Ben also shares his Top 3 MVP picks for both the American League and National League, with standout performances you need to know about. Plus, don't miss his updated MLB Power Rankings, featuring big risers and surprising drops! Chapters:00:00 INTRO03:30 MARINERS ARE LEGIT13:30 TOP 3 AL MVPS20:50 TOP 3 NL MVPS26:20 FANDUEL DINGER TUESDAY28:50 MLB POWER RANKINGS39:00 OUTRO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

MLB LEGEND JOHN SMOLTZ RETURNS! Ben Verlander is joined once again by Hall of Famer John Smoltz to break down the wildest game of his career — a must-hear story for any baseball fan. They also dive into the top team in the American League, plus what’s going wrong with the Baltimore Orioles and what they can do to bounce back.Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more MLB legends, exclusive interviews, and weekly baseball breakdowns! CHAPTERS:00:00 – Intro01:50 – John Smoltz Joins the Show03:35 – Smoltz Recalls the Craziest Game He Ever Played08:52 – Who’s the Best Team in the AL Right Now?11:49 – What’s Next for the Struggling Baltimore Orioles?18:15 – Final Thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ben Verlander updates you on the most recent MLB news this week. The Los Angeles Dodgers continue to struggle as injuries continue to thin out their robust depth as Blake Snell & Tyler Glasnow are now dealing with issues. Ben also talks about the San Francisco Giants continuing to do the little things right to be one of the best teams in baseball. Verlander then breaks down who is the best team in the American League between the New York Yankees & Detroit Tigers and finally updates his MLB Power Rankings. CHAPTERS: 00:00 INTRO 02:30 DODGERS WOES 13:50 GIANTS KEEP WINNING 23:40 BEST TEAM IN THE AL 31:20 FANDUEL DINGER TUESDAY BETS 33:25 MLB POWER RANKINGS 43:40 OUTRO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices