Bat Flips And Nerds

This episode features a lively discussion on early MLB season hot takes, standout players, and team performances, including insights into the WBC, rookie classes, and new uniforms. Perfect for baseball fans eager for expert opinions and bold predictions.

Better late than never right! Rob, Darius and a slightly belated Ben come together for the annual predictions extravaganza, setting aside their 'A' and 'B' team rivalry in the process. Using the scientific combination of vibes-based assessment and an efficient tiebreaker process, they assign win totals for all 30 MLB teams which will be totally accurate for sure.

This episode features discussion on the recent World Baseball Classic, analyzing team performances, surprises, and implications for future tournaments and the Olympics. Hosted by Darius Austin with expert insights from Russell Easson, the conversation covers group stage highlights, standout players, and tournament predictions.

A comprehensive preview of Team GB's roster, strategies, and key players for the upcoming World Baseball Classic, including insights from on-the-ground reporter Russell Eassom and expert analysis. Followed by an interview with GB Performance Director Gary Anderson

Summary The conversation delves into the World Baseball Classic (WBC), exploring its history, evolution, and the growing popularity of international baseball. The hosts discuss the strengths and weaknesses of various teams, including Japan, the Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico, and Team GB, while highlighting key players and potential challenges. The discussion emphasizes the excitement surrounding...

In this episode of Batflips and Nerds, hosts Russell Eassom and Darius Austin delve into the performances of MLB players from the previous season, categorizing them into overachievers and underachievers based on their hitting and pitching statistics. They discuss various players, their potential for the upcoming season, and the impact of injuries on performance. The conversation also touches on pr...

In this episode of Batflips and Nerds, host John McGee is joined by artist Andy Brown and GB women's baseball player Kat Golik to discuss the remarkable journey of the GB women's baseball team, their recent success as European champions, and the growth of women's baseball in the UK. They explore the challenges and triumphs faced by the team, the differences between baseball and softball, and the i...

After (another) hiatus, Ben, Rob and Darius chat through the major moves of the offseason so far, predict where the remaining big ticket free agents will go and play a quick game of 'Who Am I'... 00:00-04:08 - Intro 04:09-28:12 - Drafting our favourite offseason moves 28:13-42:25 - Predicting where remaining free agents land 42:26-54:21 - Updates to the Kauffman dimensions 54:22-01:09:05 - Who Am...

Ben and Darius hop on the microphones to talk through one of the most incredible games in baseball history, as the Dodgers closed out their second consecutive World Series title with an insane game seven victory in Toronto.

Ben and Darius step to the plate for some two-man playoff chat as the wildcard round gets underway and we officially enter the greatest month on the baseball calendar. There's a brief discussion of the demise of the Astros and Mets before we look at some of the teams, storylines and players we're watching this October! 00:00-02:55 - Intro 02:56-12:20 - RIP Mets and Astros 12:21-23:15 - Storylines...

John, Rob and Ben get together for a new pod, talking British baseball success, ESPN purchase of MLB.TV and then creating their baseball 'Mt Rushmore', based on some pretty loose historical analysis of American presidents... 00:00-03:05 - Intro 03:06-12:15 - British Baseball corner 12:16-20:08 - ESPN and Aroldis Chapman 20:09-01:02:45 - Baseball Mt Rushmore 01:02:46-01:03:45 - Outro

Ben, Darius and Rob join forces to talk through each of the current postseason contenders and their level of confidence... with a pokemon twist. 00:00-01:40 - Intro 01:41-06:40 - Hackney Bridge chat 06:41-11:09 - Ray S and Segway chat 11:10-13:50 - GB U23s win the Euros 13:51-57:45 - The AL Contenders 57:46-01:27:21 - The NL Contenders 01:27:21-01:29:40 - Outro

Ben, Rob and John hop on the microphones to discuss MLB's announcement of a Hackney Bridge takeover event in August and the teams we could be seeing on our shores in 2026. They then dive into discussion of All-Star selections, the greatness of Tarik Skubal and which teams ought to be buyers or sellers at the trade deadline! 00:00-01:45: Intro 01:45-19:00: MLB London chatter 19:01-27:55: All-Star G...

In this episode of Bat Flips and Nerds, host Ben is joined by Rob and Russell to discuss the recent Rafael Devers trade from the Boston Red Sox to the San Francisco Giants, the implications of this trade, and the ongoing performance of various MLB teams. The conversation also covers Rob's recent trip to San Diego, the experience at Steinbrenner Field, and the return of Shohei Ohtani to pitching. T...

Russell, Darius and Ben hop on the microphones to briefly chat latest MLB news before sinking their teeth into a discussion around the breakout stars at each position so far in the 2025 season. There are shoutouts for multiple Tigers, a high-flying Cub and.. dear god.. two separate Rockies players?! 00:00-05:57 - Intro and latest MLB news 05:58-14:20 - Catchers 14:21-21:56 - First Basemen 21:57-29...

In this episode of Batflips and Nerds, Russell, John and Ben discuss various topics in baseball, including the ongoing situation with Raphael Devers and the Boston Red Sox, the surprising revelation that the Pope is a Chicago White Sox fan, and the recent firing of Rockies manager Bud Black. They also share their experiences watching baseball on the West Coast, the excitement of college baseball,...

Ben and Darius are joined by Nick of LA Angels UK, Halfway Around the Halo and MLB UK Clubhouse to breakdown the top 10 players in Major League Baseball! The trio also discuss some hot teams (Mariners, Mets, Tigers, Royals) and some not-so-hot teams (Angels, Rockies, Orioles) as well as the latest news from across the game. 00:00-01:55: Intro 01:56-04:27: GB Baseball hire of Brad Marcelino 04:28-0...

The guys mark a very unusual Jackie Robinson day in Major League Baseball before reflecting on the disaster zones that are the AL Central and NL Central and the bin fire Colorado Rockies and Chicago White Sox. Come for the baseball, stay for the incredibly strong food opinions.

Ben, Darius and Rob come together to discuss some early season storylines, including Devers' struggles, the Dodgers winning start and the Braves spring slump. They then get on to torpedo bat chat (which now has a new name...) and of course finish with 2 Good, 2 Bad! 0:00-17:45: Early season storylines 17:45-24:15: Torpedo bat chat 24:15-39:12: Extensions, extensions, extentions 39:12-1:02:15: 2 Go...

Russell and Ben get together for a rare in-person podcast at the first watch party of 2025, joining fellow fans at Moonshot Social in London1 George from MLB UK Clubhouse joins them too, discussing event plans for the season, ways fans can get involved and of course, his beloved Houston Astros. 00:00-04:00: Intro 04:00-18:30: Chat with George of MLB UK Clubhouse 18:30-25:05: Yankees bats chat 25:0...

John, Tom, Darius and Ben perform their annual ritual in the form of discussing 30 MLB teams and filling out a spreadsheet. Will they be right? No. Will they let that stop them? Also no.

Rob, Gav and Russ are back to destroy the "A-team" once again with their outstanding knowledge of baseball and predict the win totals for all 30 teams. This is a lively discussion about their predictions for the 2025 baseball season and a fun tiebreaker game for when they don't agree.

In this episode of Bat-Flips and Nerds, host Russell Eason interviews Liam Carroll, the manager of the High A Greenville Drive and a prominent figure in British baseball. They discuss Liam's journey from British baseball to coaching in the minor leagues, the impact of data and analytics on coaching, and the cultural differences between coaching at the national team level and in minor leagues. Liam...

Ben, Russell and Darius combine forces to discuss Spring Training news (RIP Gerrit Cole's elbow), potential 2025 breakout candidates (and what even is a breakout?) plus some classic Spring Traning statline overreactions (panic!!!!) Time Codes: 00:00-02:00: Intro 02:00-18:30: Spring Training stories: Gerrit Cole, Dave Roberts, New Era caps 18:30-46:00: Breakout candidates 46:00-1:02:00: Spring Trai...

In this episode, Jay Jackson shares his journey through baseball, discussing his experiences in the MLB and NPB, the challenges he faced with injuries, and the importance of maintaining a positive mindset. He reflects on his book, 'Nine Innings to Living Your Best Life,' and how his personal experiences shaped his outlook on life and baseball. Jay emphasizes the need for support systems within the...