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May 31, 2007
Leading Off Correspondent Jim Leyritz discusses the latest controversy with Alex Rodriguez and what kind of impact Roger Clemens can have on the Yankees Kevin Goldstein of Baseball Prospectus previews the upcoming 2007 First-Year Player Draft and explains why some organizations take high school players while other lean towards college players Giants reporter Chris Haft on Barry Bonds' arrival in New York and how Barry Zito was able to shut down the Mets MLB.com Fantasy 411 Minors correspondent Jonathan Mayo breaks down which players from the 2007 First-Year Player Draft will make a fantasy impact this season VP of Research for Protrade.com Jeffrey Ma discusses the value of Rockies third baseman Garrett Atkins and whether the powerful Yankees lineup will recover in June Bottom Line Former Giants outfielder Bobby Thomson talks about his famed "Shot Heard 'Round the World" and his new book Few And Chosen: Defining Giants Greatness Across the Eras Minors correspondent Jonathan Mayo breaks down which teenage prospects have been impressive this season and how the Triple-A All Star Game has changed its voting procedures MLB.com Fantasy 411 co-host Mike Siano debates the significance of Alex Rodriguez disrupting Blue Jays third baseman Howie Clark from making a routine catch Correspondent Brian McRae on whether the recent struggles by Andruw Jones have cost him potential free agent money next season Giants pitcher Tim Lincecum remembers when he knew his fastball was something special Under the Lights Leading Off co-host Vinny Micucci gives his take on how the Yankees can make a comeback in the AL East and Armando Benitez going back to the Marlins National columnist Mike Bauman talks about how the Indians have managed to take the lead in the AL Central and whether he thinks struggling teams like the Astros or Cardinals can bounce back in the NL Central Marlins reporter Joe Frisaro shares more details on Armando Benitez coming back to the Marlins and talks about its importance to the club
May 30, 2007
Leading Off Indians pitcher Mike Koplove on how tough it is to stick in the Majors and playing on a young, exciting team Correspondent Brian McRae on whether the media coverage off the field has gone too far and how Gary Sheffield has reached out to Elijah Dukes MLB.com Fantasy 411 Mike Siano and Cory Schwartz discuss how sluggers who started out slow have really turned it on like Delgado, Howard and Konerko and whether Albert Pujols will join that group Bottom Line Phillies shortstop Jimmy Rollins talks about his upcoming charity bowling tournament and how a healthy Ryan Howard provides the power the Phillies need to compete Correspondent Fred Claire on whether the Yankees should even consider firing Joe Torre and how valuable Carlos Lee has been for the Astros Minors correspondent Jonathan Mayo looks at the impact Ryan Braun will have for the Brewers and when Reds pitcher Homer Bailey will get the call National columnist Mike Bauman on who will emerge as the favorite in the National League and whether Jake Peavy can lead the Padres to the NL West crown Giants outfielder Randy Winn talks about playing the outfield in San Francisco and what it's like to watch rookie Tim Lincecum work on Players Talk presented by the Players Trust Under the Lights Correspondent Jim Leyritz talks about the struggling Yankees and the team's need for a strong and positive leader in the clubhouse New York Daily News Mets reporter Adam Rubin discusses the response the fans gave Guillermo Mota and how Tom Glavine is handling the pressure to win his 300th game Twins reporter Kelly Thesier on Justin Morneaus numbers in May and how the team is handling Joe Mauers return from the DL
May 29, 2007
Leading Off Central reporter Jim Molony discusses the Brewers' recent struggles and the developing rivalry between the Indians and Tigers Executive producer of The Show Al Roker talks about following the Diamondbacks' top prospects such as Carlos Quentin and Chris Young during the filming process National reporter Barry Bloom talks about Barry Bonds' continued pursuit of the all-time home run record and what kind of reaction he will get this week at Shea Stadium MLB.com Fantasy 411 Mike Siano and Cory Schwartz discuss whether Ryan Freel's injury will have an impact on his performance the remainder of the season and how good Brewers third baseman Ryan Braun will be Bottom Line KBME radio's Carl Dukes talks about why Houston is struggling to compete and how Roger Clemens will fare in his move back to the AL Minors correspondent Lisa Winston on why Pirates outfielder Chris Duffy should be looking over his shoulder and how Charlestons Mitch Hilligoss did over the long weekend Sports Weeklys Paul White on whether Bonds will break the home run record on the road and who is to blame for the Yankees' struggles in 2007 Under the Lights Former Dodgers All-Star pitcher Carl Erskine remembers the great Brooklyn teams of the 1950's and talks about writing the foreword of the book Through a Blue Lens Rockies reporter Thomas Harding on having Rodrigo Lopez back in the rotation and Todd Heltons value to the club Indians reporter Anthony Castrovince shares how Ryan Garko emerged as a star in the teams lineup and how Trot Nixon felt returning to Boston
Leading Off Mariners reporter Jim Street on Ichiro's importance to the lineup and the problems the club has had with traveling Correspondent Jim Leyritz talks about Jason Giambi's latest problems and why Mike Mussina's fastball isn't as strong as it should be MLB.com Fantasy 411 Red Sox reporter Ian Browne breaks down the health of Jon Lester and whether Mike Lowell will continue to produce Bottom Line Correspondent Fred Claire on Hank Aaron's decision not to participate in Barry Bonds' record-breaking festivities and whether Jason Giambi will be traded this year Minors correspondent Lisa Winston on why Pirates prospects Bryan Bullington and John Van Benschoten havent received a promotion and which prospects are Climbing the Ladder Correspondent Brian McRae looks at which free agents are having a good year and whether the media storm surrounding Jason Giambi will affect his play Red Sox pitcher Josh Beckett talks about his 7-0 start and how he is recovering from his injured finger on Players Talk presented by the Players Trust Under the Lights Yankees pitcher Roger Clemens addresses the media following his start in Trenton Leading Off co-host Vinny Micucci recaps Clemens' pitching performance tonight Orioles reporter Spencer Fordin talks about manager Sam Perlozzo's relationship with his players and Miguel Tejada's power outage at the plate Marlins reporter Joe Frisaro on the wild ending to tonight's game against the Phillies and who will be the team's closer when Henry Owens returns
May 22, 2007
Leading Off Author Tom Stanton talks about his book Ty and the Babe which compares and contrasts the two legends and looks at how each player's reputation has changed over time Red Sox pitching coach John Farrell on what Daisuke Matsuzaka had to do to adapt to Major League hitters and Josh Beckett's health status MLB.com Fantasy 411 Mike Siano and Cory Schwartz debate whether J.J. Hardy's value is at its highest right now and who's going to close for the Cubs El Mundo de las Grandes Ligas El Mundo de las Grandes Ligas para el 22 de mayo de 2007 Bottom Line National reporter Barry Bloom comments on Jason Giambi's statements regarding the "stuff" he took and how it might impact his future with the Yankees and whether Joe Torre will finish the season as the Yankees' skipper Minors corresponent Jonathan Mayo reveals whether White Sox third baseman Josh Fields will push Joe Crede from his starting job and how some former two-sport athletes have made the successful transition to the professional baseball Actress and clothing designer Alyssa Milano talks about her baseball clothing line for women, "touch" and the chance to watch a Dodgers game with her in the "Ultimate Fan Sweepstakes" Braves reporter Mark Bowman explains how John Smoltz continues to dominate and why center fielder Andruw Jones has been struggling lately Hall of Famer Frank Robinson on what he loves about baseball and which current players he admires Under the Lights Correspondent Jim Leyritz on how the Yankees can turn around their season and how he thinks MLB should celebrate Barry Bonds breaking Hank Aaron's home run record Reds reporter Mark Sheldon talks about Josh Hamiltons stint on the DL due to gastroenteritis and Ken Griffey Jr.s strong start Angels reporter Lyle Spencer on Vladimir Guerrero's value to the team and the potential impact Howie Kendrick and Garret Anderson could have when they return from the DL
Leading Off Devil Rays president Matt Silverman talks about the clubs series against the Rangers in Orlando and the direction of the organization Correspondent Brian McRae discusses when fans can cross the line with badgering and the decision to start the World Series in the middle of the week Brewers outfielder Tony Gwynn Jr. talks about Ned Yosts ejection from last nights game and his fathers upcoming induction to the Baseball Hall of Fame Nationals pitcher Jason Bergmann recaps his near no-hitter and how the club has responded to first-year manager Manny Acta MLB.com Fantasy 411 Mike Siano and Cory Schwartz debate which A's reliever is worth picking up to replace Huston Street and whether Rafael Soriano is worth holding onto now that Bob Wickman is off the DL Bottom Line Correspondent Fred Claire talks about which NL West team is poised to make a run and how impressive Vladimir Guerrero is to watch Minors correspondent Lisa Winston on which players are "Climbing the Ladder" and how Reds pitcher Marcus McBeth will fare in the big leagues Cubs pitcher Jason Marquis talks about the start of the season and why he signed with the Cubs on Players Talk presented by the Players Trust Cubs infielder Ryan Theriot on what it's like playing multiple positions for Lou Piniella Under the Lights Correspondent Jim Leyritz on how he thinks the Yankees should use Phillip Hughes and Bobby Abreu's drop and rise again in the lineup Tigers reporter Jason Beck talks about the injury to Jeremy Bonderman and Gary Sheffield's recent hot streak at the plate White Sox reporter Scott Merkin recaps John Danks' dominant start over the Yankees this afternoon and looks at when Jim Thome is expected to come off the DL
Leading Off Central reporter Jim Molony discusses the Brewers losing a series to the Mets and where the Tigers go after their pitching injuries Rangers broadcaster Victor Rojas on why the club has struggled in the first six weeks of the season and whether he expects any retaliation in today's game with the Angels MLB.com Fantasy 411 Mike Siano looks at which pitcher will emerge as the closer in Toronto and whether Mets prospect Carlos Gomez will fare better than Mike Pelfrey Bottom Line Minors correspondent Lisa Winston explains why the Mets love Carlos Gomez and who will fill out the Twins rotation to replace just-released Sidney Ponson Sports Weeklys Paul White breaks down whether the Angels can with the AL West without adding another bat to the lineup and which team will survive the AL Central KOGO Radios Craig Elsten on the dominance of Jake Peavy and how the lack of offense is taking its toll on the Padres bullpen Cubs outfielder Jacque Jones on making the shift to center field and what it's like playing for Lou Piniella Under the Lights MLB.com Fantasy 411 host Cory Schwartz on managing the DH position during Interleague Play and the players you should be looking at to boost your lineup at this point in the season Rockies reporter Thomas Harding talks about Todd Heltons surge at the plate and what the team needs to get on a roll Red Sox reporter Ian Browne recaps Dice-Ks gem against the Tigers and talks about the pitches he seems to have a better feel for
Leading Off Padres pitcher Justin Germano on what it was like to watch Greg Maddux vs. John Smoltz last night and what Maddux has taught him this season John Marzano and Casey Stern announce their upcoming video-game duel to take place at Mickey Mantles Restaurant in June MLB.com Fantasy 411 Vinny Micucci and Cory Schwartz discuss whether Edwin Encarnacion's trip to the Minors will rejuvenate his performance and whether Carlos Zambrano's first-inning struggles will continue Bottom Line Former Major League pitcher Goose Gossage breaks down how impressive Brewers closer Francisco Cordero has been this season and whether Mariano Rivera will return to his old ways Orioles OF Nick Markakis talks about his start to the season and what it was like to be scouted as a pitcher as well as a hitter Minors correspondent Jonathan Mayo analyzes the Pirates farm system and uncovers which prospects are struggling throughout the Minors Correspondent Brian McRae discusses whether the parameters of Roger Clemens' contract will ruffle any feathers in the Bronx and why Jason Marquis is off to a fantastic start in Chicago Under the Lights Leading Off co-host Vinny Micucci explains why he thinks the AL West is the Angels' division to lose and discusses whether the Blue Jays can overcome the loss of B.J. Ryan Correspondent Jim Leyritz talks about Roger Clemens' contract with the Yankees and whether he thought the Rocket would ever don pinstripes again National reporter Mike Bauman discusses Jeff Weaver's struggles and the excitement surrounding the Brewers' Major League-best start
May 9, 2007
Leading Off Detroit News reporter Tom Gage discusses the injury to Joel Zumaya and how Jeremy Bonderman struggles in the first inning Correspondent Jim Leyritz talks about Curt Schilling's comments on Barry Bonds and Mariano Rivera's early struggles MLB.com Fantasy 411 Mike Siano and Cory Schwartz debate where Richie Sexson ranks among first basemen and whether J.J. Hardy will continue to produce power numbers Bottom Line Correspondent Fred Claire on how Brian Cashmans pursuit of Roger Clemens will play out and how Barry Bonds will be perceived when he breaks Hank Aarons home-run record Minors correspondent Jonathan Mayo reveals which prospects are "Climbing the Ladder" and when Rockies first baseman Joe Koshanksy will get his shot in the big leagues Rangers second baseman Ian Kinsler talks about his approach to the game and why he loves sharing an infield with Mark Teixeira and Michael Young on Players Talk presented by the Players Trust Devil Rays reporter Bill Chastain breaks down the stellar performance of pitcher James Shields thus far and how Carl Crawford is poised to lead this core group of young stars to a winning season Under the Lights Diamondbacks reporter Steve Gilbert recaps Randy Johnsons nine-strikeout night and talks about the poise of young pitcher Micah Owings Padres reporter Corey Brock on Greg Madduxs return to Atlanta and whether fans should worry about the bullpen's second consecutive blown save opportunity Twins broadcaster Bert Blyleven talks about the team's stellar defense and the importance of starting pitchers tossing at least 7 innings before handing the ball over to the bullpen
Leading Off Astros reporter Alyson Footer talks about the clubs disappointment in not signing Roger Clemens and how many players had expected the move Kevin Winter on the East Report discusses Roger Clemens' decision to sign with the Yankees and how the Blue Jays hid B.J. Ryans injury MLB.com Fantasy 411 Mike Siano and Cory Schwartz discuss the kind of impact Roger Clemens will have in the Bronx and update the health status of Chris Carpenter, Joe Mauer and Adam Loewen Bottom Line Red Sox broadcaster Dave O'Brien on the impact of Roger Clemens joining the Yankees rotation and how Boston's bullpen has been stellar so far Minors correspondent Lisa Winston reveals her player of the week and breaks down the debuts of Giants pitcher Tim Lincecum and Dodgers third baseman Adam LaRoche Yankees reporter Bryan Hoch on the return of Roger Clemens to the Bronx and why Kei Igawa was demoted to the Minors Under the Lights MLB.com Fantasy 411 co-host Mike Siano talks about the fantasy impact of Roger Clemens and how Joel Zumaya's injury has opened the door for Fernando Rodney Marlins reporter Joe Frisaro on Jorge Julios return to the bullpen and whether the Marlins will be getting a new stadium anytime soon Dodgers reporter Ken Gurnick on whether Andy LaRoche will be able to stick at third base and how the bullpen has helped overcome early injuries to the starters
May 4, 2007
Leading Off Jeff Scott of MLB Productions previews the latest This Week in Baseball and remembers the Red Sox hitting four straight home runs against the Yankees Rockies reporter Thomas Harding chimes in on the "Feelin' Good, Feelin" Clean Report" on the number of top prospects being used by teams so early in the season MLB.com Fantasy 411 Mike Siano and Cory Schwartz take a look at which high-profile prospects are worth picking up and how a healthy Mike Mussina and Cliff Lee will help your squad this week Minors correspondent Jonathan Mayo discusses how Giants rookie Time Lincecum will fare in his debut this weekend and whether Hunter Pence and Billy Butler deserve a spot on your roster Bottom Line Commissioner Bud Selig on being honored by the New York Urban League and his thoughts on Barry Bonds chasing the all-time home-run record Boston Herald reporter Michael Silverman on Dice-K's inconsistency over his last few starts and whether Alex Cora is earning himself the second-base job Minors correspondent Jonathan Mayo on what to expect from Tim Lincecum in his Giants debut on Sunday and which prospects are hot right now Mariners reporter Jarrod Washburn on facing the tough competition in the AL West Dodgers outfielder Luis Gonzalez on how he's handled the transition to Los Angeles after all his years in Arizona L.A. Daily News reporter Tony Jackson and Braves reporter Mark Bowman preview the Dodgers-Braves series in the MLB.TV Matchup of the Weekend Under the Lights ESPN.com columnist Jerry Crasnick breaks down how the cancellations in April will impact the Mariners and Indians throughout the season and who has the best leadoff hitter in baseball Giants reporter Chris Haft on the expectations Tim Lincecum brings with him to San Francisco and how an agile Barry Bonds has allowed the Giants offense to flourish Cubs broadcaster Cory Provus on Carlos Zambranos contract negotiations and how Alfonso Sorianos move to left field has put his mind at ease at the plate
Leading Off ESPN analyst John Kruk talks about his role in the new movie The Sandlot: Heading Home and what the Yankees will do with their pitching staff Correspondent Brian McRae on the Cubs' continuing struggle to get their collective game together and what the Royals expect out of Billy Butler Mets pitcher John Maine joins Players Talk Live talking about becoming a relied-upon starter and the team's great lineup MLB.com Fantasy 411 Mike Siano and Cory Schwartz discuss how Phil Hughes' injury affects the fantasy market and how preseason sleepers and overrated players are faring one month into the season Bottom Line Padres pitcher Chris Young talks about a great April and the peace of mind gained from signing a contract extension last month ESPN baseball analyst and author Tim Kurkjian previews his new book Is This a Great Game or What? weighing in on his favorite baseball moments over the last 25 years Minors correspondent Lisa Winston on Billy Butlers debut with the Royals and who is coming up next in this weeks installment of "Climbing the Ladder" Correspondent Fred Claire on who is taking the blame for the Yankees' struggles and how former Major Leaguer Dale Murphy is taking on the issue of steroids in baseball Under the Lights Correspondent Jim Leyritz on how the multitude of injuries have caused the Yankees to make changes in their strength-and-conditioning staff and how the young Marlins hitters have not disappointed so far Astros broadcaster Bill Brown on the emergence of Roy Oswalt as one of the premier pitchers in the National League and how rookie center fielder Hunter Pence has helped shake up the lineup Red Sox reporter Ian Browne on the surprise performance by Hideki Okajima coming out of the bullpen and how Josh Beckett has emerged as the staff ace
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