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The Texas Rangers are stuck in neutral — again. In this week’s SwingBadder recap, Brendan and Aidan break down another 3–3 week that could have been a 5–1 stretch if clutch hitting and bullpen performance came through. From extra-inning collapses to promising starts by deGrom and Eovaldi, they explore what’s working (pitching), what isn’t (timely offense), and what’s at stake as the Rangers head into their biggest week yet before the All-Star break.They debate trade options, why relief pitching might be the real issue, and whether this team has what it takes to string together a serious wildcard run—or if they’ll just stay stuck at .500.00:00 Welcome to Swing Batter: Texas Rangers Recap00:21 Comparing the Rangers to College Admissions01:14 Mid-Season Performance Analysis03:31 Pitching and Hitting: A Balancing Act08:25 Trade Market and Team Needs13:04 Upcoming Games and Predictions22:57 Final Thoughts and Future Outlook🔔 Subscribe for more deep dives into how money, stats, and streaks shape MLB performance — only on BadderSports.🎙️ More from BadderSports:@swingbadderpodcast@hoopandtheharm@RoundingThirdPodcast@CampusToContracts@TheToddPod@ShortHandedPodcast⚾ Discover more at https://www.baddersports.com

This week’s SwingBadder recap dives into the ugliest performances in Major League Baseball. For the first time in Batter Five history, the Cleveland Guardians top the list in back-to-back weeks after a winless 0–6 stretch. But they’re not alone in misery.The St. Louis Cardinals managed just one win and scored zero runs in four losses, the New York Yankees make their debut on the list after getting swept, the Atlanta Braves slide further into irrelevance, and the always-feisty Tampa Bay Rays finally show their cracks.Hosts Todd, Todd, and Dad break down each team’s collapse, what it says about their front offices, and whether any of them are buyers or sellers heading into the All-Star break.00:00 – Intro & Weekly Recap00:33 – Cleveland & Cardinals Collapse (Back-to-Back Badder Five)10:55 – Yankees Defense Exposed & Trade Talk17:35 – Braves’ $210M Disaster & Falling Behind Miami25:28 – Rays Join the Badder Five Club28:34 – Predictions: Who Falls Next? Dodgers, Reds, Angels?38:03 – Mets’ Resurgence & Diamondbacks Trade Outlook🔔 Subscribe for more deep dives into how money, stats, and streaks shape MLB performance — only on BadderSports.🎙️ More from BadderSports:@swingbadderpodcast@hoopandtheharm@RoundingThirdPodcast@CampusToContracts@TheToddPod@ShortHandedPodcast⚾ Discover more at https://www.baddersports.com

Join us on the SwingBadder Podcast for the Badder Five: June Edition, where hosts Todd and Dad rank baseball’s top five underperformers of the month. From shocking slumps by the Washington Nationals and Kansas City Royals to surprising turns by the Miami Marlins and Colorado Rockies, we analyze why high-payroll teams fizzled and which first-timers need to make moves before the All-Star break. Whether you’re a fantasy player, bettor, or die-hard fan, our deep dive on team spending vs. performance gives you fresh insights into MLB’s standings and who to watch next.00:00 Introduction to the Monthly Batter Five00:22 Recap of Previous Months' Performances01:35 June's Top Performers and Surprises02:31 Washington Nationals' Struggles04:45 Cleveland Guardians and Kansas City Royals Tie for Second11:56 Minnesota Twins' Downfall15:48 Rockies and White Sox: Consistent Underperformers20:38 AL East Standings and Rays' Dominance21:52 The Rays' Rollercoaster Season22:46 Houston Astros' Dominance24:17 National League East Surprises28:36 NL Central: A Tight Race33:24 NL West: Dodgers' Reign39:31 AL East: Blue Jays in the Mix41:48 Conclusion and Predictions🔔 Subscribe for more MLB analysis and insight into money, stats, and streaks — only on BadderSports.🎙️ Listen to the SwingBadder Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and wherever you get your shows.🌐 Explore more at https://www.baddersports.com📱 Follow us @swingbadderpodcast on Twitter and Instagram for episode updates and bonus clips.#MLB #BaseballAnalysis #BadderSports 🔔 Subscribe for more deep dives into how money, stats, and streaks shape MLB performance — only on BadderSports.🎙️ More from BadderSports: @swingbadderpodcast @hoopandtheharm @RoundingThirdPodcast @CampusToContracts @TheToddPod @ShortHandedPodcast⚾ Discover more at https://www.baddersports.com

The Rangers had their chance — and blew it. In this week’s SwingBadder recap, Brendan and Aiden break down the Rangers’ frustrating 3-3 week, where brutal extra-inning losses, clutch hitting failures, and mounting injuries continue to define the season.Despite top-tier pitching — and a Cy Young-caliber resurgence from deGrom — Texas continues to tread water in a division where the Astros are surging and the Angels are quietly climbing. Can they string together a winning month? Is July their last shot before the trade deadline?From timely stats to lineup meltdowns, we unpack it all.[TIMESTAMPS]🔔 Subscribe for more deep dives into how money, stats, and streaks shape MLB performance — only on BadderSports.🎙️ More from BadderSports:@swingbadderpodcast@hoopandtheharm@RoundingThirdPodcast@CampusToContracts@TheToddPod@ShortHandedPodcast⚾ Discover more at https://www.baddersports.com

This week on SwingBadder, we break down the five worst-performing MLB teams in our weekly Badder Five list — and the list is rough.➡️ Cleveland’s offense has all but disappeared.➡️ Colorado returns after a short break — with one home run every 103 ABs!➡️ The Giants hit a wall after facing the Marlins and White Sox.➡️ The Royals’ offense is falling apart despite a handful of doubles.➡️ And the Red Sox? Swept by the Angels. This ain’t looking good.We also talk streaky teams like the Pirates and Marlins, offer a Diamondbacks update, and unleash a glorious Mets rant from Todd. Plus, who do we predict will make next week’s Badder 5? You might be surprised.00:00 Weekly Review00:18 Cleveland Guardians' Struggles04:46 Rockies' Return to the Batter Five08:49 San Francisco Giants' Downfall12:41 Kansas City Royals' Offensive Woes16:08 Boston Red Sox's Tough Week17:56 Top Performers20:41 Analyzing Team Performances22:26 Batter Five Contenders23:45 Upcoming Games27:59 Diamondbacks and Mets Updates36:32 Honoring Dave Parker and Final Thoughts🔔 Subscribe for more deep dives into how money, stats, and streaks shape MLB performance — only on BadderSports.🎙️ More from BadderSports:@swingbadderpodcast@hoopandtheharm@RoundingThirdPodcast@CampusToContracts@TheToddPod@ShortHandedPodcast⚾ Discover more at https://www.baddersports.com

Welcome back to SwingBadder! In this week’s Texas Rangers recap, Brendan and Aidan break down one of the most disappointing stretches in recent memory for the $217 million roster. After getting outscored and outclassed by the Royals and Pirates, the Rangers are flirting with full-on collapse. We compare them to the Rockies (yes, really), question if Bruce Bochy has anything left in the tank, and debate whether this team should be sellers at the deadline. The bullpen is solid, but the bats are cursed. Can anything save this offense?00:00 Introduction and Welcome00:13 Texas Rangers' Disappointing Performance00:29 Statistical Breakdown of the Week03:50 Comparing to Other Teams09:45 Upcoming Games and Predictions23:22 Concluding Thoughts🔔 Subscribe for more deep dives into how money, stats, and streaks shape MLB performance — only on BadderSports.🎙️ More from BadderSports:@swingbadderpodcast@hoopandtheharm@RoundingThirdPodcast@CampusToContracts@TheToddPod@ShortHandedPodcast⚾ Discover more at https://www.baddersports.com

The Badder Five returns! This week, the Mets hit a new low and debut at #1 on the Badder Five after a brutal collapse against the Braves and Phillies. The Twins continue their free fall with back-to-back weeks in the bottom five, and the Rangers’ offensive inconsistency lands them in third place. Rounding out the list are the Nationals and the always-disappointing White Sox.Todd, Dad, and the SwingBadder crew break it all down — from Montas’ disastrous minor league rehab starts to Jeff McNeil’s sour vibes in the Mets clubhouse. Plus: trade deadline talk, AL and NL trends, and whether the Diamondbacks should sell.Who gets cut? Who turns it around? And which team might be a “gimme putt” for next week’s Badder Five?00:00 Introduction01:05 Mets' Performance Breakdown03:42 Mets' Struggles and Player Issues13:54 Minnesota Twins' Troubles17:19 Texas Rangers' Disappointing Week19:42 Struggles of the Texas Rangers20:21 Run Differential and Performance Analysis20:56 Coaching Changes and Team Dynamics21:23 Trade Proposals and Pitching Staff22:11 Washington Nationals and Colorado Rockies24:00 Chicago White Sox Performance25:19 Teams Yet to Make the Bottom Five26:00 Predictions for Next Week30:55 Arizona Diamondbacks' Challenges33:29 Injury Lists and Financial Impact35:13 Final Thoughts🔔 Subscribe for more deep dives into how money, stats, and streaks shape MLB performance — only on BadderSports.🎙️ More from BadderSports: @swingbadderpodcast @hoopandtheharm @RoundingThirdPodcast @CampusToContracts @TheToddPod @ShortHandedPodcast⚾ Discover more at https://www.baddersports.com

The Texas Rangers just dropped 34 runs in three games—but does that mean they're officially back? In this episode of SwingBadder’s Texas Rangers Recap, Aidan and Chad dive into the highs and lows of the week, from torching the Twins to squeaking by the White Sox.They break down:What’s really changed in the Rangers' lineupWhy scoring is still a massive question markHow upcoming matchups against the Royals, Pirates, and Orioles could make or break their momentumThe steak vs. Taco Bell metaphor you didn’t know your baseball heart neededBetting trends, run differentials, and the harsh reality of facing a surging Astros squadIs this offense turning the corner, or was this just one fancy dinner before another week of fast food?00:00 Introduction and Weekly Recap00:30 Rangers' Offensive Surge02:48 Struggles Against the White Sox03:17 Upcoming Games and Predictions04:11 Pitching and Defensive Highlights05:30 Betting Insights and Team Analysis08:58 Comparing to Other Teams14:56 Final Thoughts and Projections21:01 Conclusion and Sign-Off🔔 Subscribe for more deep dives into how money, stats, and streaks shape MLB performance — only on BadderSports.🎙️ More from BadderSports: @swingbadderpodcast @hoopandtheharm @RoundingThirdPodcast @CampusToContracts @TheToddPod ⚾ Discover more at https://www.baddersports.com

Welcome to SwingBadder: Badder Five – where we don’t just talk baseball, we expose the worst-performing MLB teams of the week and the dollars they wasted doing it. 💸⚾This week’s Badder Five features: • The Kansas City Royals scoring just 11 runs despite playing the A’s (!) • The Washington Nationals tumbling with a six-game losing streak • The Minnesota Twins allowing 34 runs in 3 games to the Rangers (yes, those Rangers) • The St. Louis Cardinals sliding down the NL Central standings • And a disappointing week for the Cleveland GuardiansWe also dive into: • The Royals’ $217 million payroll flop • Why the Twins’ minus-30 run differential earns historic shame • The shocking power of the Calzone Kids • Rockies’ domination of the NL East (?!) • Predictions: Will the Mets, Giants, or Reds hit the Badder 5 next?This is the podcast that breaks down who spent the most and lost the hardest. If you’re tired of sugarcoated baseball coverage, you’re in the right place.👇 Drop your Badder 5 predictions in the comments.00:00 Introduction and Team Picks00:59 Kansas City Royals' Struggles04:25 Washington Nationals' Downfall06:04 Minnesota Twins' Rough Week09:03 St. Louis Cardinals' Setback10:15 Cleveland Guardians' Disappointment13:11 Mets' Upcoming Challenges17:26 The Battle for the Batter Five18:08 Rockies' Winning Streak and Division Dynamics19:03 Predicting the Batter Five Teams21:04 Giants' Prospects and Upcoming Games22:41 Promotional Nights and Fan Engagement26:58 Diamondbacks' Miraculous Comebacks31:57 Concluding Thoughts and Weekly RecapSubscribe for weekly MLB recaps with humor, insight, and just the right amount of rage.👕 Visit https://baddersports.com for merch & more.📲 Follow @SwingBadder on all platforms.

Rafael Devers has officially been traded from the Boston Red Sox to the San Francisco Giants—and no one saw this coming. The SwingBadder crew dives deep into the biggest mid-season MLB trade bombshell, breaking down the real story behind Devers’ departure, what Boston gains (if anything), and whether the Giants just made a power move to take down the Dodgers.From clubhouse rumors to front office strategy, this episode is a rollercoaster of insight, frustration, and fiery Boston fan takes. Did Boston just give away another superstar like they did with Mookie Betts? Can the Giants compete in the NL West with this new bat in their lineup?Hit subscribe and join the BadderSports community as we unpack every detail.00:00 Introduction and Overview00:19 Breaking Down the Trade: Raphael Devers to the Giants01:35 Boston's Reaction and Financial Implications03:40 Giants' Strategy and Future Prospects03:58 Fan Reactions and Expert Opinions07:48 Comparing Past Trades and Final Thoughts25:16 Conclusion and Final GradesCheck out more at https://baddersports.com#SwingBadder #MLBTradeDeadline #RafaelDevers #GiantsBaseball #RedSoxFans #BadderSports