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Effectively Wild: A FanGraphs Baseball Podcast

Ben Lindbergh, Meg Rowley
Major League Baseball
Baseball
MLB
Fangraphs
World Series
Shohei Ohtani
Los Angeles Dodgers
Colorado Rockies
Seattle Mariners
Dodgers
MLB Playoffs
Detroit Tigers
World Baseball Classic
Philadelphia Phillies
Toronto Blue Jays
Baltimore Orioles
New York Mets
Blue Jays
Mike Trout
Milwaukee Brewers

Daily baseball statistical analysis and commentary

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Ben Lindbergh and Meg Rowley banter about the long-in-the-making major league debut of gravity-defying, strikeout-celebrating reliever Jefry Yan, Steven Kwan’s resurg... more

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After talking Tarik Skubal and a few other early acquisitions in the preceding pod, Ben Lindbergh and Meg Rowley recap the rest of the trade deadline in detail, from Adell to Zeferjahn (with many non-ex-Angels in between): the biggest surprises, the ... more

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Ben Lindbergh and Meg Rowley break down the Dodgers’ trade for Tarik Skubal from multiple angles: the Tigers’ return, expectations for Skubal and the Dodgers, why other teams let the trade happen, and the significance for the sport. Then they discuss... more

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Ben Lindbergh brings on baseball-loving comic-book experts David Harper (of SKTCHD and Off Panel: A Comics Interview Podcast) and Tiffany Babb (of The Comics Courier,... more

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Recent Guests

Tiffany Babb
Editor of The Comics Criticism Journal and host of Interesting Jobs
The Comics Courier / TheFanFiles.com
Episode: Effectively Wild Episode 2512: The Superhero Baseball Draft
David Harper
Eisner Award-winning comic book creator and host of Off Panel
SKTCHD / Off Panel
Episode: Effectively Wild Episode 2512: The Superhero Baseball Draft
Sloan Lindbergh
Four-year-old guest featured on the episode
Lindbergh family
Episode: Effectively Wild Episode 2510: The Desire to Acquire
Jacob Redmon
Journalist who gained prominence this week
The Ringer? (context mentions coverage; verify)
Episode: Effectively Wild Episode 2509: Won’t Stand for It
John Brebbia
Professional baseball pitcher, guest on episode
Colorado Rockies (at time of discussion)
Episode: Effectively Wild Episode 2496: Our Daily Breb
Thomas W. Gilbert
Author of Death in the Strike Zone, The Mystery of America's First Baseball Hero
Episode: Effectively Wild Episode 2493: Baseball Has Marked the Time
Van Lathan
Baseball fan and podcast personality
The Ringer
Episode: Effectively Wild Episode 2493: Baseball Has Marked the Time
Adam Moreau
President of FlexProGrip
FlexProGrip
Episode: Effectively Wild Episode 2491: How Not to Get Hurt
Cedric Attias
Graduate student in mechanical engineering at Waterloo and biomechanist for the Seattle Mariners
University of Waterloo; Seattle Mariners
Episode: Effectively Wild Episode 2491: How Not to Get Hurt

Hosts

Ben Lindbergh
Host of the show; provides analysis and discussion leadership; frequent topic introducer
Meg Rowley
Co-host; provides analysis, commentary, and narrative framing; guides discussions

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 4.3k ratings
  • no longer a baseball podcast

    this is now a progressive politics podcast that occasionally touches on baseball related content. possibly the ultimate example of o’sullivan’s law in action. the baseball content from ben is good. if you’re a leftist baseball fan it’s for you.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Albert belle fan
    United States2 months ago
  • Always a Delight

    Ben and Meg are always good for updates on the latest baseball news, engaging analysis, and a good cackle!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    rrc227
    United States2 months ago
  • Money Ruins Another Good Thing

    I was a paid subscriber for years and didn’t ever mind supporting BONUS content. However, the new Pay to Listen format capitalizes on the FOMO of listeners in an attempt to extract additional money for something they already got for free. Not cool to turn loyalty into additional revenue.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    JackieDaytona1
    United States3 months ago
  • I wanna know about baseball

    Ben and Meg are hilarious and well learned on baseball. Learn, laugh, Love Shohei

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SETHLARB
    United States3 months ago
  • Amazing podcast

    Meg please stop saying swears there is kids listening you know but awesome podcast I listen every night to go to sleep love what you’re doing. Keep it up.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    UGbctyhcytxgdfxgdcjgh
    United States3 months ago

Listeners Say

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Guest variety adds historical and tech perspectives to baseball talk.
Listeners praise depth, consistency, and storytelling quality.
Some criticism around length or political discussions should be expected by some.
Long-form format may be challenging for casual listeners, but rewarding for analytics fans.
Highly data-driven with sharp banter.

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#15
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#226
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#4
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#15
Canada/Sports/Baseball
Apple Podcasts
#188
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#14
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Effectively Wild Episode 2471: The Red Sox Sackings
Q: Alex, how could you fail to foresee this?
Speier acknowledges that predicting management decisions is inherently uncertain, but notes that Breslow had defended the coaching staff earlier in the season and that the rapid shift suggests a combination of perceived underperformance and a desire for a clearer, more unified message moving forward.
Effectively Wild Episode 2493: Baseball Has Marked the Time
Q: How did Jim Creighton change the game, and why is he considered foundational to modern baseball?
Creighton introduced a new, higher-velocity, controlled delivery that effectively bypassed the older 'thrower' model, creating a demand for a formal strike zone and dramatically changing how pitching was evaluated and taught.
Effectively Wild Episode 2491: How Not to Get Hurt
Q: How do the researchers validate that the device actually targets the intended muscles?
Initial proof of concept used EMG to show that the device engages the targeted forearm muscles, followed by training studies at various levels (high school to pro) showing improvements in rate of force development and changes in spin rate metrics, implying muscular adaptations.
Effectively Wild Episode 2491: How Not to Get Hurt
Q: What is the core idea behind using a forearm-strength device to reduce UCL injuries?
The device strengthens the forearm musculature that overlay the UCL, thereby absorbing some of the stresses that would otherwise load the ligament, reducing peak forces and potentially lowering injury risk without sacrificing the ability to throw hard.
Effectively Wild Episode 2489: Baseball: Better Late Than Never
Q: What drew you to baseball as an adult, Adrian?
Adrian explains a curiosity-driven path: discovering baseball terminology in everyday UK language, going to a Rays game during a holiday, and then becoming hooked by the sport's rhythm, history, and the beauty of its lore.

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