Flippin' Bats with Ben Verlander

Welcome to Ben Verlander’s clubhouse, where flipping bats is not only allowed but encouraged! On the Flippin’ Bats pod, expect candid 1-on-1 interviews with players from your favorite MLB teams and talk about the current state of baseball .

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Hall of Fame Catcher Iván "Pudge" Rodríguez + P...
Ben Verlander is joined by Hall of Fame Catcher and former AL MVP, Iván "Pudge" Rodríguez discussing; starting in the Majors at 19-years old, catching Nolan Ryan's No-Hitter, why he chose the Detroit Tigers in free agency, his relationship with Justin Verlander, Top-5 Pitchers he ever caught, the one pitcher he would love to catch in today's game and more!
77 min
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San Francisco Giants' Mike Yastrzemski + Padres...
Ben Verlander is joined by an Francisco Giants' Outfielder, Mike Yastrzemski discussing; what makes this Giants team tick, his thoughts on the Dodgers vs Giants rivalry, making the Majors at 28-years old, living up to his historic last name, fun stories from his time in the minors and more!
86 min
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Kansas City Royals Shortstop Nicky Lopez + The ...
Ben Verlander is joined by Kansas City Royals short stop, Nicky Lopez discussing; his family history and love for dogs, the routine that changed his progression, funny stories from his time spent in the league and the impact of Royals All-Star catcher Salvador Perez!
81 min
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Cy Young Contender Robbie Ray + Ohtani AL MVP +...
70 min
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San Diego Padres' Pitcher Joe Musgrove + Ohtani...
69 min
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Detroit Tiger's Spencer Turnbull + Ohtani MVP +...
Ben Verlander is joined by the electric Detroit Tiger's Pitcher, Spencer Turnbull, discussing his; recent Tommy John surgery, fun stories from his minor league days, throwing a No-Hitter earlier this season, the impact of Miguel Cabrera and why this young Detroit Tiger's is destined for greatness!
64 min
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Field of Dreams Experience with MLB on FOX host...
Ben Verlander is joined by the legendary MLB/NFL Host and play-by-play announcer, Kevin Burkhardt, diving into the the full magical experience of last weeks 'Field of Dreams' game between the Yankees and White Sox in Iowa!
53 min
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Chicago White Sox Pitcher Lucas Giolito + Ben's...
Ben brings on All-Star Pitcher from the Chicago White Sox, Lucas Giolito, to talk about; his crazy draft day story, working his way through the minor leagues, transforming his mechanics to become an All-Star on the mound and more
91 min
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Trade Deadline Special with Ken Rosenthal + Oht...
After the wildest Trade Deadline in MLB history Ben brings on legendary MLB Insider, Ken Rosenthal for his thoughts on; nine All-Stars moving teams, potential trades that almost happened, the Dodgers going for it all and more!
63 min
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Tampa Bay's Brett Phillips + Ohtani in Rare Air...
Tampa Bay Ray's OF, Brett Phillips, joins Ben to talk: The winning culture down in Tampa, Game 4 of the World Series heroics, hilarious stories of position players pitching and playing with #1 MLB prospect Wander Franco!
87 min
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Reds Outfielder Nick Castellanos + Ohtani First...
Cincinnati Reds OF, Nick Castellanos, joins Ben to talk: becoming internet famous, his son Liams ASG shirt, switching positions in the Minors, his winning mentality and why he chose Cincinnati!
57 min
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Ben Meets Shohei Ohtani!! Live from the MLB All...
The quest to meet Shohei Ohtani is complete! In this special episode recorded live from MLB All-Star Week at Coors Field in Denver, Ben takes us through his journey to meet the first two-way All-Star in the history of the game. Plus, interviews with Tatis, Judge, Arenado, and more!
17 min
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Braves Pitcher, Shane Greene, plus Shohei Ohtan...
Shane Greene joins Ben Verlander’s clubhouse to talk: Being a rookie on the Yankees during Derek Jeter’s final season, pitching 3 up, 3 down in the All-Star game and still being a Free Agent this year on Opening Day before signing with the Braves mid-season.
78 min
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Orioles Pitcher John Means, plus why Shohei Oht...
Member of the No-hitter club, John Means, joins Ben Verlander’s clubhouse to discuss: Reaction to the new foreign substance rule, advice received from CC Sabathia at the All-Star game, and his thoughts on the dropped 3rd strike rule after tossing the first non-perfect no-hitter in MLB history.
75 min
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Tigers Pitcher, Michael Fulmer
Michael Fulmer joins Ben Verlander’s clubhouse to discuss: What it’s like to be traded for a superstar at the deadline, the transition from being a starter to closer, using his shoes as pillows during his minor league days and much more.
62 min
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Rays Pitcher, Ryan Yarbrough
Ryan Yarbrough joins Ben Verlander’s clubhouse to discuss: starting a World Series game, making his MLB debut at Fenway Park and reminisce over their college days at Old Dominion University.
52 min
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Dodgers Pitcher, Walker Buehler
World Series champion, Walker Buehler, joins Ben Verlander’s clubhouse
49 min
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Astros Outfielder, Kyle Tucker
No. 5 overall pick in 2015 and Astros Outfielder, Kyle Tucker, joins Ben Verlander’s clubhouse to discuss: Playing in his first World Series in 2019, batting without wearing batting gloves, and bulking up during this past offseason.
63 min
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Reds Pitcher, Wade Miley
Recent member of the No-Hitters club, Wade Miley, joins Ben Verlander’s clubhouse to discuss: The entire day of his no-no from breakfast to the last out, why pitchers are so dominant in 2021 and the mental aspect of pitching.
41 min
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Yankees Legend, Bernie Williams
4x World Series champion Bernie Williams joins Ben Verlander’s clubhouse to discuss: his favorite memory from each World Series he played in, being on Seinfeld with Derek Jeter and his new career as a guitarist.
67 min
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White Sox Pitcher, Lance Lynn
World Series champion, Lance Lynn, joins Ben Verlander’s clubhouse to discuss: Playing in the Little League World Series & World Series, how pitchers have evolved through his career and the hardest hitters he’s ever faced.
60 min
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Sports Agent, Rachel Luba
MLB Player-Agent, Rachel Luba, joins Ben Verlander’s clubhouse
70 min
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Phillies First Baseman, Rhys Hoskins
Rhys Hoskins joins Ben Verlander’s clubhouse to discuss his favorite on the field moments, the story behind the viral J.T. Realmuto eye roll GIF, playing in Japan, the Dominican Republic and much more.
67 min
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Mets Second Baseman, Jeff McNeil
Mets All-Star Jeff McNeil joins Ben Verlander’s clubhouse to discuss new ownership under Steve Cohen, playing up the middle with Francisco Lindor and some of his most memorable plays on the field.
45 min
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Twins shortstop Royce Lewis
Former number one overall draft pick Royce Lewis joins Ben Verlander to talk about his relationship with Twins legend Torii Hunter, his recovery from ACL surgery, & his love of wine in this 1-on-1 discussion.
59 min