SwingBadder Podcast | Presented by BadderSports

The Texas Rangers are sitting in fourth place in the AL West, and it’s not looking great. This week on SwingBadder, Brendan and Aidan break down the Rangers’ current struggles, including poor run production, roster shakeups, and the firing of their hitting coach. Can Brett Boone fix the lineup? Is Evan Carter the spark they need?With the Red Sox, Tigers, and Rockies on deck, this could be a make-or-break week for the Rangers’ season.Topics include:⚾️ Brett Boone hired as hitting coach⚾️ Evan Carter returns from injury⚾️ Why the Detroit Tigers are the best team in baseball⚾️ Can the Rangers go 4–2 this week?⚾️ Rockies = the best time to pad stats📲 Subscribe to Swing Batter for more weekly recaps, breakdowns, and MLB madness.00:00 Welcome to the Texas Rangers Recap00:16 Early Season Predictions and Current Standings00:39 Recent Performance and Struggles02:29 Offensive and Defensive Changes05:37 Upcoming Matchups and Expectations06:14 Pitching Strength and Offensive Hopes07:33 Key Series Against the Tigers and Rockies15:11 Final Thoughts and Predictions18:18 Conclusion and Sign-Off-- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- More from BadderSports⚾️ Subscribe to SwingBadder: https://www.youtube.com/@swingbadderpodcast⚾️ Rounding Third: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCksM4LiIdkTM137SfIDcntQ🎓🏈 Campus to Contracts: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBTUwBGxYCZ6vX6q2AB55yw😆 The Todd Pod: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTeMwUCSg6GR9q4p6qJkwxQ

The Badder Five are in — and some teams are fighting for the crown of worst in baseball. In this week’s Swing Batter, the crew breaks down the worst MLB teams of the week, including why the Rockies, Angels, and Marlins are dominating the bottom of the standings.Also: Has Mike Trout’s Hall of Fame path derailed for good? Injuries, strikeouts, and declining stats are piling up. We dig deep into the Trout dilemma — is he David Wright or Dale Murphy 2.0?From Atlanta’s unexpected struggles to the Tigers quietly dominating, we cover the wildest MLB narratives of early 2025. Plus: which overpaid pitchers are leading the WIP race to the bottom?📌 Subscribe for more baseball chaos: https://www.youtube.com/@SwingBadder📲 Visit: https://www.baddersports.com00:00 Introduction and Jimmy Collins Episode00:52 Sports Betting and Podcast Success01:57 The Batter Five: Worst Teams in Baseball03:33 Detailed Analysis of the Batter Five07:14 Honorable Mentions and Additional Insights12:04 Mike Trout's Career and Injuries15:23 Hall of Fame Debate: Career Longevity and Decline16:36 Mike Trout's Struggles and Hall of Fame Prospects20:48 Detroit Tigers' Surprising Performance21:20 AL Central Standings and Predictions21:56 Oakland and Cleveland's Unexpected Standings23:58 Kansas City Royals' Recent Success27:34 Baltimore Orioles' Pitching Woes31:00 Colorado Rockies' Pitching Struggles- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- More from BadderSports⚾️ Subscribe to SwingBadder: https://www.youtube.com/@swingbadderpodcast⚾️ Rounding Third: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCksM4LiIdkTM137SfIDcntQ🎓🏈 Campus to Contracts: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBTUwBGxYCZ6vX6q2AB55yw😆 The Todd Pod: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTeMwUCSg6GR9q4p6qJkwxQ

Is this the worst team in MLB history?In this episode of Swing Badder, Brendan, Todd, and Peter break down the Colorado Rockies' shocking pace to finish with just 22 wins. From brutal fielding to lifeless pitching, the Rockies might be heading for record books-for all the wrong reasons.Plus: • Mike Trout's decline: Is the Hall of Fame slipping away? • The Angels, White Sox, and other bag-worthy franchises • Diamondbacks defensive breakdowns and offensive struggles • Insane walk-off Little League error by the Rangers • Eugenio Suárez's bizarre stat line • Best and worst in team ERA, double plays, strikeouts, and moreAs always: real analysis, real stats, and real unfiltered baseball talk-powered by the BadderSports Network.00:00 Introduction and Opening Banter02:22 Highlighting the Los Angeles Angels03:54 Surprising Teams and Standout Performances10:36 Rockies' Struggles and Historical Context17:15 Pitching Woes and Player Highlights24:42 Rockies' Pitching Woes26:51 Rockies' Batting Average and Team Performance28:58 League Leaders and Surprising Stats35:19 Mike Trout's Struggles and Contract Issues45:41 Creative Baseball Injuries47:03 Closing Thoughts and Farewell-- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- More from BadderSports⚾️ Subscribe to SwingBadder: https://www.youtube.com/@swingbadderpodcast⚾️ Rounding Third: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCksM4LiIdkTM137SfIDcntQ🎓🏈 Campus to Contracts: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBTUwBGxYCZ6vX6q2AB55yw😆 The Todd Pod: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTeMwUCSg6GR9q4p6qJkwxQ

In this episode, Brendan, Todd, and Aiden react to the Rangers’ week from hell: • Seager goes down with a hamstring injury (right after Aiden’s article drops 😢) • Offensive collapse: worst run-scoring team in MLB?! • Brutal defensive walk-off vs. the Giants — Little League meltdown • Are veterans like Semien, Burger, and Peterson dragging the team down? • Bright spot: Wyatt Langford is heating up • What’s next as the Rangers face Oakland, Seattle, Boston & Detroit?Can Texas turn it around — or is this a season-defining stretch?🔥 Real baseball talk. Unfiltered. Powered by BadderSports.In this episode of Swing Batter, we welcome our regular contributors for an insightful and emotional review of the Texas Rangers' recent performance. Aiden shares his thoughts on the challenging week for the Rangers, who saw a significant drop in their record and endured Cory Seeger's hamstring injury. Despite the team's struggles, highlighted by a historically low run output, there are glimmers of hope. Tune in as we discuss the team's pitching strengths, individual player performances, and what lies ahead for the Rangers. Can they turn things around against the A's, Mariners, and Red Sox in the coming weeks? Join us for analysis, anecdotes, and a touch of humor to keep the spirits high!00:00 Introduction and Welcome01:05 Aiden's Texas Rangers Review01:58 Rangers' Offensive Struggles02:24 Recent Games and Performances04:54 Comparisons and Player Performances11:07 Hopes and Historical Anecdotes14:57 Current Standings and Future Outlook24:58 Closing Remarks and Encouragement-- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- More from BadderSports⚾️ Subscribe to SwingBadder: https://www.youtube.com/@swingbadderpodcast⚾️ Rounding Third: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCksM4LiIdkTM137SfIDcntQ🎓🏈 Campus to Contracts: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBTUwBGxYCZ6vX6q2AB55yw😆 The Todd Pod: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTeMwUCSg6GR9q4p6qJkwxQ

It’s a baseball rollercoaster on this episode of SwingBadder!We dive into: • The Colorado Rockies’ disastrous start and historically bad contracts • The New York Mets’ hot streak and pitching dominance • Aaron Nola’s struggles and if he’s finished • Ryan McMahon’s $70 million swing-and-miss campaign • American League’s weak run differential compared to the National League • Updates on Antonio Senzatela, Jock Peterson’s woes, and more!⚾ Plus: Which players are quietly breaking all the wrong records this season?👉 Like, comment, and subscribe for more real baseball talk – no sugarcoating!00:00 Introduction and Congratulations01:53 Discussing the Mets' Hot Streak03:47 Analyzing Player Performances18:14 Run Differential Insights25:03 Weekly Check-In on Antonio Senzatela27:44 Pitcher Performance Analysis30:42 Rockies' Struggles and Surprises34:00 Ryan McMahon's Contract and Performance37:51 Rockies' Season Overview44:44 Jeff McNeil and Trade Speculations50:47 Ricky Henderson's Record and Closing Thoughts-- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- More from BadderSports⚾️ Subscribe to SwingBadder: https://www.youtube.com/@swingbadderpodcast⚾️ Rounding Third: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCksM4LiIdkTM137SfIDcntQ🎓🏈 Campus to Contracts: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBTUwBGxYCZ6vX6q2AB55yw😆 The Todd Pod: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTeMwUCSg6GR9q4p6qJkwxQ

Join the SwingBadder crew as they dive into the latest Spring Training updates, featuring Chris Bryant's rocky start with the Rockies and Max Scherzer's incredible multi-team paycheck. From analyzing which sports leagues have players trying the hardest to scrutinizing MLB's baffling new rules, this episode is packed with insights and hilarity. Don't miss the debate on the most ridiculous baseball injuries, including Dustin May's infamous salad incident, and learn why you should steer clear of lettuce while enjoying America's favorite pastime.
 
00:00 Introduction and Welcome
00:15 Chris Bryant's Rocky Start
02:15 Debate: Which Sport Has the Least Effort?
05:25 Hockey Players' Toughness
12:11 Spring Training Insights
17:28 Max Scherzer's Multi-Team Payday
24:00 Money Laundering in Sports
24:15 The Marlins' Financial Strategy
25:02 Sacramento A's Playoff Chances
25:46 The Salad Incident: A Baseball Tragedy
28:11 NHL Game Experience in Pittsburgh
30:39 Pitch Counts and Baseball History
35:21 Controversial New Baseball Rules
43:05 The Future of Baseball Broadcasting
43:53 Final Thoughts and Farewell
 
 
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Join Swing Badder for a deep dive into the Texas Rangers' early 2025 season with guest Aiden Lemieux, a writer for BadderSports.com. We explore their surprising record, standout pitching performances, and where the Rangers stand in a tightly contested AL West. From Garcia's shift in approach to under-the-radar players like Josh Smith, this episode covers:
 
• Shocking run differential trends
• Pitching dominance from Tyler Mahle and others
• Offensive slumps (Seager, Semien, etc.) and what's ahead
• A.L. West landscape: Are the Mariners a real threat?
• Which teams might take the Wild Card spots?
• Garcia's evolution: less power, more contact
 
Check out Aiden's weekly Rangers recaps on BadderSports.com and stay tuned for more updates as the season unfolds.
 
 
00:00 Intro and Special Guest
00:37 Texas Rangers' Surprising Performance
02:19 Pitching Highlights and Standout Players
04:58 Challenges and Competitors in the AL West
10:15 Weekly Recaps and Player Spotlights
17:40 Closing Thoughts and Future Outlook
 
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MLB’s Worst Pitching? The Rockies Might Be in a League of Their Own
In this episode of SwingBadder, Brendan and Todd break down the absolute disaster that is the Colorado Rockies’ pitching staff, including a look at Antonio Senzatela’s brutal stats and the team’s -50 run differential just weeks into the season.
They also highlight: • MLB’s highest-paid underperformers (Verlander, Sale, Morton, Bryant, Rendon) • Which teams are quietly dominating (Cubs, Padres, Giants) • The Cardinals’ double play meltdown • Vlad Jr.’s massive contract • The future of long-term deals and why they rarely work out
Plus, Todd gives a Mets update, and Brendan tours the Cardinals’ stadium with praise (and sarcasm) for the fans, statues, and overall vibes.
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⸻00:00 Dad on Social Security & Opening Banter03:35 Double Plays, Juan Soto Comments & Fan Frustration12:42 Rockies’ Rotation Collapse & Senzatela’s Stats18:32 MLB’s Overpaid Pitchers: Verlander, Morton, Sale & More26:58 Cardinals Game Recap & Stadium Review34:07 Mets Update: Pitching Hot, Hitting Cold39:33 NL Breakdown: Cubs, Padres, Braves, Giants44:10 SwingBadder Injured List: Rendon, Bryant, Baez52:00 Exit Velo, Angry Swings & Early Award Watch55:55 Final Thoughts: Run Differentials, Aging Contracts & Fan Shoutouts--  --  --  --  --  --  --  --  --  --  --  --  More from BadderSports⚾️ Subscribe to SwingBadder: https://www.youtube.com/@swingbadderpodcast⚾️ Rounding Third: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCksM4LiIdkTM137SfIDcntQ🎓🏈 Campus to Contracts: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBTUwBGxYCZ6vX6q2AB55yw😆 The Todd Pod: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTeMwUCSg6GR9q4p6qJkwxQ

#SwingBadder #MLB2025 #BaseballMindsetIn this episode of SwingBadder, Brendan and his father dive into the mindset every baseball fan (and player) needs for the long 162-game grind. From slumps to streaks, and patience to panic, they explore what makes baseball uniquely unpredictable - and beautiful.They break down the philosophy of consistency and resilience, spotlight Rockies pitcher Antonio Senzatela and his surprising 0.00 ERA, and share thoughts on what it takes to stay level-headed in a game built on failure.Topics include:00:00 Introduction and Missing Partner00:15 The Baseball Mindset: Embracing the Long Season03:40 Pete Rose and the Art of Hitting06:04 Technology and Tipping Pitches08:17 The Unique Nature of Baseball10:56 Slumps, Superstitions & Streaks17:02 Minor League Stadiums and MLB Attendance18:38 Baseball's Cruise Control Period26:51 Baseball Psychology: Pitching, Slumps & Team Energy29:32 Fixing Baseball: Playoffs, Fans & the Future34:10 Early Season Surprises and Predictions38:13 Long-Term Contracts and Aging Players44:02 Outfield Strategies and Player Analysis46:05 Closing Thoughts and Upcoming GamesFrom diehard strategy to quirky baseball superstitions, this episode is full of insight, humor, and nostalgia. If you love the deeper side of baseball, this one's for you.👉 Like, comment, and subscribe for more weekly takes from SwingBadder!#SwingBadder #MLB2025 #BaseballMindset #PeteRose #ChrisDavis #BaseballPodcast #BaseballSeason #MLBNews #BaseballTalk #BaseballHighlights #MLBSlumps #AntonioSenzatela #Diamondbacks #BaseballFans -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- More from BadderSports⚾️ Subscribe to SwingBadder: https://www.youtube.com/@swingbadderpodcast⚾️ Rounding Third: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCksM4LiIdkTM137SfIDcntQ🎓🏈 Campus to Contracts: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBTUwBGxYCZ6vX6q2AB55yw😆 The Todd Pod: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTeMwUCSg6GR9q4p6qJkwxQ

Is Antonio Senzatela the most baffling pitcher in baseball right now? Two starts. Nineteen hits allowed. A 0.00 ERA. No, this isn't a joke. In this bonus episode of SwingBadder, we break down one of the strangest stat lines we've ever seen in MLB history. From double plays to miraculous throw-outs at home, this Rockies pitcher is defying logic - and the odds. We also discuss the Dodgers, MLB broadcasting quirks, ERA vs WHIP madness, and much more from around the league.Subscribe for more baseball talk, oddities, and stats that make no sense - but are 100% real.🧢 Follow SwingBadder on all platforms.⚾️ New episodes weekly!#MLB #Baseball #SwingBadder #AntonioSenzatela #Rockies #BaseballStats #SportsPodcast00:00 Exploring Boston and Rhode Island06:54 Baseball Talk: Dodgers, MLB, and Player Performances11:56 Rockies' Pitcher Stats: A Deep Dive29:02 Pitching Stats and Oddities30:54 Announcing Challenges in Different Sports32:48 Methylene Blue and Baseball Injuries33:45 Dodgers' Injury Woes38:27 Strikeout Records and Whip Stats40:44 Rockies Pitcher's Unbelievable Stats43:35 Angels' Early Season Performance43:55 A's Media Setup and Rockies' Pitching52:10 Concluding Thoughts on Baseball Season-- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- More from BadderSports⚾️ Subscribe to SwingBadder: https://www.youtube.com/@swingbadderpodcast⚾️ Rounding Third: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCksM4LiIdkTM137SfIDcntQ🎓🏈 Campus to Contracts: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBTUwBGxYCZ6vX6q2AB55yw😆 The Todd Pod: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTeMwUCSg6GR9q4p6qJkwxQ