Author Archive: Ben Lindbergh

Ben and Sam talk to 2014 St. Paul Saints pitcher Andy Johnson about what life is like in the independent leagues.

Ben and Sam talk to Newsday Mets beat writer Marc Carig about the ups and downs of the Mets’ season, and their chances in 2015.

Ben and Sam answer listener emails about tanking, job searching, rule changes and more.

Ben and Sam banter about Ben’s encounter with Roger Angell, then discuss Comeback Player of the Year candidates for 2015.

Ben and Sam banter about September call-ups and game length, then discuss whether MLB and its owners are acting in the long-term interests of the sport.

Ben and Sam talked to David Epstein, author of The Sports Gene, about whether women will make the majors, whether Babe Ruth could compete today, whether genetics explain injury rates, and more.

Ben and Sam answer listener emails about expanded rosters, waiver claims, hidden perfect games, and more.

Ben and Sam discuss which lineups have deviated from preseason projections by the most, and what it means.

Ben and Sam talk to Jason Wojciechowski about how Oakland’s lead evaporated and how the AL West will be won.

Ben and Sam banter about the latest in Andrelton Simmons defense, then discuss why hitters don’t often go the other way against the defensive shift.