Flippin' Bats with Ben Verlander

Ben Verlander is back with another episode of Flippin' Bats! This week he discusses Yoshinobu Yamamoto's greatness in his almost no-hitter that the Los Angeles Dodgers end up blowing. He also talks about the NL MVP race heating up as New York Mets Juan Soto has been absolutely on fire as he tries to catch Shohei Ohtani. Ben also gives his Top 5 NL teams to win the pennant & updates his MLB Power R...

Ben Verlander welcomes back MLB Hall of Famer John Smoltz to the show and this week they talk about their favorite team to win the American League. Ben and Smoltz also discuss what the Los Angeles Dodgers will do with their postseason rotation & if Smoltz ever had an Ah-ha moment like Aroldis Chapman. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ben Verlander is back with another episode of Flippin' Bats and he is here to discuss the Top 5 teams in the American League. Is it the Houston Astros, Detroit Tigers or someone else? He also talks about Justin Verlander's latest start and Aroldis Chapman's resurgence. Finally, Ben updates his weekly MLB Power Rankings & Best FanDuel Bets! CHAPTERS:00:00 INTRO02:00 JUSTIN VERLANDER06:45 AROLDIS CH...

Ben Verlander is once again joined by MLB Hall of Famer John Smoltz. This week they discuss whether or not the National League MVP is Los Angeles Dodgers Shohei Ohtani's to lose or if Philadelphia Phillies Kyle Schwarber has worked his way into the conversation. They also discuss the American League Cy Young race between Detroit Tigers Tarik Skubal and Boston Red Sox Garrett Crochet & so much more...

Ben Verlander is back for another episode of Flippin' Bats & the MLB Playoff picture is slowly becoming more and more clear as we get to the end of the season. Will the Los Angeles Dodgers finish 2nd or 6th in the National League? Ben talks about people coming after Shohei Ohtani after he most recent pitching outing against the Colorado Rockies. He also talks about the Baltimore Orioles extending...

Ben Verlander welcomes back MLB Hall of Famer John Smoltz back to the show. This week the guys talk about recent news of a possible MLB expansion and realignment. Is Smoltz in favor of this? They also talk what the Zack Wheeler blood clot news means not only for the Phillies, but the National League playoff picture. Finally, John Smoltz comments on Players Weekend and what his Players Weekend gear...

Ben Verlander recaps the Little League Classic and the Players Weekend. Ben also talks about the Dodgers & Padres rivalry and the Los Angeles Dodgers sweeping the San Diego Padres to regain the lead of the NL West. Then big news out of Rob Manfred and talks about expansion in MLB. Ben talks about his Top 3 sites for MLB expansion. Finally, Ben updates his MLB Power Rankings & FanDuel Best Bets. Le...

Ben Verlander welcomes back MLB Hall of Famer John Smoltz to the show and this episode they are talking about Smoltz's favorite Ichiro Suzuki story. The story MAY SURPRISE you! They also talk about who Smoltz thinks is going to become the NL West Champion, how many teams from New York are going to make the playoffs and what advice he would give to his younger self. Ben also gives an updates on the...

Ben Verlander is back with another episode of Flippin' Bats! This week, Ben takes a deep dive into the New York Yankees’ stunning free fall in the AL East and asks the big question: Will they even make the playoffs? Ben also talks about Shohei Ohtani and the NL MVP Race. Will Ohtani receive his 4th MVP? He also reveals his Top 5 Greatest “What Ifs” in MLB History — featuring legends like Bo Jackso...

Ben Verlander is joined once again by MLB Hall of Famer John Smoltz for an action-packed episode! The two break down the MLB Speedway Classic, debate whether the New York Yankees are truly a playoff team, and make bold predictions for the AL West race between the Mariners, Astros, and Rangers. Don’t miss Smoltz’s expert insight and hot takes as the postseason picture starts to take shape! Learn mo...

Ben Verlander returns with a brand-new episode of Flippin’ Bats! This week, he breaks down the epic MLB Speedway Classic, where the Reds and Braves faced off at Bristol Motor Speedway. Ben recaps all the best interviews and moments from a wild week in Bristol. Plus, he dives into the Miami Marlins owning the Yankees, gives his knee-jerk reactions to the biggest moves from the MLB Trade Deadline, u...

Ben Verlander welcomes back MLB Hall of Famer John Smoltz to get his thoughts on the MLB Trade Deadline that just past and who he thinks were the biggest winner and loser of the MLB Trade Deadline. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ben Verlander is back to recap everything that went down at the MLB Trade Deadline. First off, Carlos Correa is headed back to the Houston Astros and then Ben gives his Top 3 Winners and Losers for the MLB Trade Deadline. Chapters:00:00 Intro01:05 Carlos Correa Back To The Astros05:44 Top 3 Winners From MLB Trade Deadline16:55 Top 3 Losers From MLB Trade Deadline23:49 Detroit Tigers??29:00 Outro L...

Ben Verlander is back for another episode of Flippin' Bats and the latest MLB news. Ben hits on the recent injury on New York Yankees Aaron Judge and how that affects their playoff push and Trade Deadline moves. He also touches on the five trades that need to happen at the MLB Trade Deadline including a BIG bat heading to the Detroit Tigers. Ben caps off his episode with his best bets for FanDuel...

Ben Verlander is back with another edition of Flippin' Bats and he is joined once again by MLB Hall of Famer John Smoltz. This week the guys talk about what the Atlanta Braves should do at the MLB Trade Deadline, whether or not the Los Angeles Dodgers are still the top team in the National League, who the greatest hitter of all time is & more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/a...

Ben Verlander and Flippin' Bats are back after the MLB All-Star Break for all of your MLB news needs. First up, the Los Angeles Dodgers have been scuffling of late and with compounding injuries are the Dodgers still the National League favorites? Ben then talks about the season that Detroit Tigers' Tarik Skubal keeps putting together and also talks about the upcoming MLB Trade Deadline. Finally, B...

Ben Verlander and MLB Hall of Famer John Smoltz recap the 2025 MLB All-Star Weekend, including the thrilling swing-off that ended the All-Star Game. Smoltz shares his favorite young pitcher after watching live during the festivities. Plus, Ben asks the viral question: how many hits would a casual fan get in 100 at-bats against a Major League pitcher? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megapho...

Ben Verlander breaks down a wild 2025 MLB All-Star Weekend in Atlanta! From the HBCU Swingman Classic with Ken Griffey Jr. to the Futures Game with Tigers prospect Max Clark, Ben takes you behind the scenes of all the action. He also hits the red carpet with Dodgers All-Star Yoshinobu Yamamoto and catches up with 2025 Home Run Derby champ Cal Raleigh of the Seattle Mariners. Don’t miss all the int...

Ben Verlander is back with a brand-new episode of Flippin’ Bats — and it’s all about the 2025 MLB Draft! Ben breaks down the biggest storylines heading into draft day, including Corona High School’s unprecedented FOUR prospects in the Top 150, who could go No. 1 overall, and much more. Plus, Ben reacts to the latest MLB Mock Draft and reveals his own Top 10 picks in a must-see mock draft segment....

Ben Verlander is joined by MLB Hall of Famer John Smoltz to share some of the wildest stories in baseball! Smoltz reveals the craziest walk-off moment he’s ever experienced and an unbelievable story from the family section while playing on the road. Plus, he takes us back to his first MLB All-Star Game, including the iconic moment he faced Bo Jackson! Don’t miss these legendary baseball tales just...

The 2025 MLB All-Star Game rosters are out—and fans are not happy. Ben Verlander breaks down the biggest All-Star snubs, spotlights the tight AL MVP race between New York Yankees' Aaron Judge & Seattle Mariners' Cal Raleigh, and we dive into the Washington Nationals' shake-up as they clean house ahead of the trade deadline & MLB Draft. Also, Ben updates his weekly MLB Power Rankings! Chapters:00:0...

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...

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...

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. CHAP...