Archive for Effectively Wild

Effectively Wild Episode 757: World Series Lessons Learned

Ben and Sam say goodbye to Grantland, the World Series, and the 2015 season.


Effectively Wild Episode 756: The Unwritten Rules of Syndergaard-Escobar

Ben and Sam do a quick bonus Saturday episode on Mets starter Noah Syndergaard’s first pitch of World Series Game 3.


Effectively Wild Episode 755: The Soundtrack to Your World Series Weekend

Ben and Sam banter about the Market Diner, then discuss World Series strategy and answer listener emails.


Effectively Wild Episode 754: The Royals Are Reading Your Mind

Ben and Sam banter about the brilliance of Roger Angell, then discuss the latest Ned Yost news, Jacob deGrom’s supposed pitch-tipping, and more.


Effectively Wild Episode 753: Takeaways from a Wild Game One

Ben and Sam discuss several aspects of a classic start to the World Series.


Effectively Wild Episode 752: Hey, the World Series is Starting

Ben and Sam preview the 2015 World Series.


Effectively Wild Episode 751: Between-Series Banter

Ben and Sam follow up on a story from last week and discuss the Royals’ rotation secrecy, Ruben Amaro’s new job, managing for the Marlins, and more.


Effectively Wild Episode 750: A Postseason Smorgasbord

Ben and Sam discuss a smattering of postseason topics, including Kyle Schwarber, a playoff-team draft, ALCS Game 6, and more.


Effectively Wild Episode 749: Stan Conte on Injury Unknowns and Brett Anderson’s 180

Ben and Sam talk to recently resigned Dodgers VP of Medical Services and Head Athletic Trainer Stan Conte about hidden injuries, fighting fatigue, and Brett Anderson’s almost-miraculous season.


Effectively Wild Episode 748: The Endangered Diner Edition

Ben and Sam banter about Ben’s endangered diner and position player pitching, then answer listener emails about shutdown innings, evaluating GMs, and more.