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Los Angeles Dodgers
Shohei Ohtani
Baltimore Orioles
Major League Baseball
Yoshinobu Yamamoto
Detroit Tigers
Chicago Cubs
MLB Offseason
Juan Soto
New York Yankees
Spring Training
MLB Hall Of Fame
Houston Astros
José Bautista
Toronto Blue Jays
Hall Of Fame
Kansas City Royals
Boston Red Sox
Kyle Bradish
Seattle Mariners

Flippin' Bats is a fun baseball podcast bringing you everything you want from around the league! You'll hear from Hall of Famer John Smoltz every week, you'll hear from the game's best players, and you'll be up to date on everything around the league! Baseball. Is. Fun. And so is Flippin' Bats!

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Latest Episodes

Ben Verlander breakdown the instant classic between the USA & Dominican Republic LIVE from the field in Miami. Ben also talks about the atmosphere and why attending a World Baseball Classic should be in every baseball fan's future. He talks about Jap... more

World Baseball Classic pool play is officially in the books — and the drama delivered.

Team USA barely survived after a shocking loss to Italy, while Samurai Japan continued their dominant run and the Dominican Republic proved why they’re one of the... more

The World Baseball Classic is off the charts this year, and it’s not even halfway done! In this episode, we break down all the must-watch moments and biggest storylines so far:

Team Japan punches their ticket to Miami, dominating Pool C with a ... more

🔥 The 2026 World Baseball Classic is here — and this might be the most loaded tournament we’ve ever seen.

20 teams. 4 pools. 2 weeks. 1 champion.

In this episode, we break down everything you need to know:

🇺🇸 Team USA – No More Excuses

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Recent Guests

Tarik Skubal
Starting pitcher for Detroit Tigers, World Baseball Classic USA pitcher
Detroit Tigers, Team USA
Episode: DETROIT TIGERS' TARIK SKUBAL ON WORLD BASEBALL CLASSIC, ARBITRATION & TIGERS' BIG OFFSEASON
Miguel Rojas
Dodgers player; World Series Game 7 hero
Los Angeles Dodgers
Episode: Yankees Sewage Nightmare, Shohei Ohtani WBC Updates, Tarik Skubal WBC News and Bo Bichette Defense
Mr. Freeman
Father of Freddie Freeman, who celebrated his son's victory
Episode: SHOHEI OHTANI & LOS ANGELES DODGERS ARE BACK-TO-BACK WORLD SERIES CHAMPIONS
Tyler Glassnow
Pitcher for the Dodgers, first ever guest of the Flippin' Bats podcast
Episode: SHOHEI OHTANI & LOS ANGELES DODGERS ARE BACK-TO-BACK WORLD SERIES CHAMPIONS
Robert VanSkoyak
Hitting coach for the Dodgers
Episode: SHOHEI OHTANI & LOS ANGELES DODGERS ARE BACK-TO-BACK WORLD SERIES CHAMPIONS
Shohei Ohtani
Star pitcher and hitter for the Los Angeles Dodgers
Los Angeles Dodgers
Episode: LOS ANGELES DODGERS EVEN UP THE WORLD SERIES + GAME 2 RECAP
Freddie Freeman
Player for the Los Angeles Dodgers
Los Angeles Dodgers
Episode: LOS ANGELES DODGERS EVEN UP THE WORLD SERIES + GAME 2 RECAP
Brent Suter
Cincinnati Reds pitcher known for his impressions and character
Cincinnati Reds
Episode: MLB SPEEDWAY CLASSIC RECAP
Cal Raleigh
Home Run Derby Champion and Major League Baseball player
Seattle Mariners
Episode: 2025 MLB ALL-STAR WEEKEND RECAP: YOSHINOBU YAMAMOTO, KEN GRIFFEY JR. & SWING OFF!?

Host

Ben Verlander
Host of a fun baseball podcast that emphasizes entertainment and insightful analysis.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 1k ratings
  • Bad bad bad

    Ben knows about as much as a little league coach. If you’re looking for MLB insight look elsewhere

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    TheLittleGuy987654
    United States5 months ago
  • Amazing

    just why does it have to be weekly the wait is so painful

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    I like ⚾️
    United Statesa year ago
  • Do yourself a favor!

    Bookmark this podcast, follow it, go back and listen to the archived ones. Ben gives us a fresh perspective, reality checked and fun! I just started listening last night and really enjoy it. Sent it to my friends today!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gordynk
    United Statesa year ago
  • Amazing

    just why does it have to be weekly the wait is so pain full

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    I like ⚾️
    United Statesa year ago
  • Bias

    This is the most LA biased podcast out there, particularly the Dodgers, it’s honestly terrible.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    DGM305
    United Statesa year ago

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Listeners appreciate the knowledgeable and entertaining style of the host, highlighting his ability to connect with baseball history and current events.
Many fans express a strong desire for more frequent episodes, indicating that the content resonates highly with them.
Overall, reviews reflect a positive sentiment with excitement for engaging content, interviews with players, and deep dives into baseball developments.
Some critiques focus on perceived biases toward certain teams, suggesting that some listeners may desire a more balanced perspective in analyses.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#85
United States/Sports/Baseball
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#160
Canada/Sports/Baseball
Apple Podcasts
#209
United Kingdom/Sports/Baseball
Apple Podcasts
#17
Australia/Sports/Baseball
Apple Podcasts
#78
Germany/Sports/Baseball
Apple Podcasts
#98
France/Sports/Baseball

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

LOS ANGELES DODGERS' KYLE TUCKER ON SHOHEI OHTANI, WORLD BASEBALL CLASSIC & FREE AGENCY
Q: How did you navigate the free-agent process and rumors about other teams before deciding where to sign?
He explains that not everything read online is accurate, that there were multiple teams with pros, and the final choice was influenced by overall fit and the opportunity to contribute to a winning culture.
LOS ANGELES DODGERS' KYLE TUCKER ON SHOHEI OHTANI, WORLD BASEBALL CLASSIC & FREE AGENCY
Q: What drew you to the Dodgers beyond the money, and what about the organization stood out to you during the pitch?
Kyle Tucker cites the Dodgers' culture, detailed front office work, and how the team's values align with his family and foundation activities, making LA an appealing long-term fit beyond financial considerations.
LOS ANGELES DODGERS EVEN UP THE WORLD SERIES + GAME 2 RECAP
Q: Will you be nervous for these games?
Shohei Ohtani expects to be nervous, especially when he starts.
LOS ANGELES DODGERS EVEN UP THE WORLD SERIES + GAME 2 RECAP
Q: What would your little league self say knowing you're going to another World Series?
Freddie Freeman would say he would be ecstatic and would not believe it.
Yankees Season OVER Blue Jays Advance to ALCS, Dodgers & Phillies Battle, Tigers Turn to Skubal for Game 5
Q: Where do you think the Yankees went wrong in this series?
Smoltz identified that the Yankees lineup struggles in short postseason series and their tendency to swing and miss affected their performance.

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3. Mr. Freeman
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5. Robert VanSkoyak
6. Shohei Ohtani
7. Freddie Freeman
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