Wildcard Round Preview

The 2026 MLB season is officially in the books, and we're putting a bow on October before turning up the heat on the offseason! In Episode 43 of Swing and a Miss, we're breaking down the Milwaukee Brewers' historic first World Series championship over the Tampa Bay Rays. From William Contreras taking home World Series MVP honors to the pitching performances that defined the Fall Classic, we're digging into the numbers, the biggest moments, and the players who made the difference. Then we're turning our attention to the offseason. Which teams are ready to spend? Who needs a complete overhaul? And what moves could reshape the league before Opening Day 2027? Plus, we're testing the guys' baseball knowledge with World Series Firsts trivia, bringing back your favorite segments, and delivering all the questionable predictions and completely unsolicited opinions you've come to expect. The World Series may be over, but baseball never really stops.

Some stories are bigger than baseball. This week, we're honored to share one of them. On this special episode of Swing and a Miss, we're joined by Bob Kendrick, President of the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum, one of the game's most passionate storytellers and tireless advocates for preserving baseball history. From the extraordinary legacy of Buck O'Neil to the groundbreaking careers of Satchel Paige, Josh Gibson, and countless other legends, Bob takes us into a world of baseball history that deserves far more recognition than it has received. We explore the importance of the Negro Leagues, the incredible talent and personalities who shaped them, and why preserving these stories isn't just about honoring the past—it's about understanding the game we love today. But this conversation is about more than statistics, championships, and legendary ballplayers. It's about perseverance, opportunity, friendship, and the power of storytelling to ensure that generations of greatness are never forgotten. Whether you're a lifelong baseball fan or just discovering the history of the Negro Leagues, this is a conversation you won't want to miss. Because baseball history isn't complete without Negro Leagues history. Join us for an unforgettable conversation with Bob Kendrick, right here on Swing and a Miss. To donate to the NLBM, please go here: https://www.nlbm.com/donations/?gf_page_18=1

EPISODE 42: THE FALL CLASSIC IS SET! Two teams. Zero championships. One shot at baseball immortality. The Milwaukee Brewers and Tampa Bay Rays are headed to the World Series, and somebody's finally bringing home their first title! This week, we're recapping the ALCS and NLCS, breaking down the biggest moments, celebrating the heroes, roasting the disappointments, and making our World Series predictions. Plus, we've got Ballpark Brews, Avery Demands Answers, World Series trivia, and the usual Swing and a Miss nonsense. Thanks to our sponsors, Utepils Brewing and Pit Liquor! Episode 42 is LIVE! October baseball doesn't get much better than this.

Episode 41 dives into the chaos of the MLB postseason, starting with a Braves–Phillies Wild Card Series that had everything: late-inning bombs, blown leads, bullpen-induced heart attacks, and Austin Riley doing Austin Riley things when Atlanta needed him most. We break down the biggest moments from the Wild Card round, check in on the rest of the playoff picture, hand out some extremely serious and definitely well-researched opinions, and try to figure out which teams actually look built to survive October. Plus, we’ve got Ballpark Brews, Avery Demands Answers, trivia, and all the usual nonsense that somehow keeps this baseball podcast on the rails. October has arrived. And so has the stress.

Ben and Tyler fly solo for this quick review of the Wildcard Round. Enjoy and let us know who you have moving on!

This week, we’re joined by Boston Hunters captain Alli Schroder, one of the players helping usher in a new era of professional baseball. Alli takes us through a remarkable baseball journey. From pitching for Team Canada at just 16 years old and winning a World Cup bronze medal, to becoming the first woman to play in the Canadian Collegiate Baseball Conference, to being selected fifth overall in the inaugural WPBL Draft and becoming captain of the Boston Hunters. We talk about the pressure of taking the mound against Team USA as a teenager, the slider that’s been one of her calling cards, being a dangerous hitter at the professional level, and what it means to finally play in a league where women playing baseball isn’t treated as the exception. And because apparently professional baseball wasn’t enough, Alli also tells us about her other job: fighting wildfires in British Columbia; including bringing a glove and Driveline balls to fire camp just to keep her arm ready. Baseball, leadership, pressure, breaking barriers, fighting actual fires, and helping build the future of the sport.

Episode 40 is here, and October baseball is almost upon us. This week on Swing and a Miss, we’ve got: League Check In — The playoff picture is taking shape, records are falling, and the final week is about to get chaotic. Avery Demands Answers — Our toughest interviewer is back with another hard-hitting question. WPBL Championship — The Firebells and Queens are headed to a winner-take-all Game 5 for the first championship in league history. Ballpark Brews — Because baseball is better with a beer. Trivia — Old guys, long bombs, and the usual opportunity for one of us to embarrass ourselves. Enjoy!

Episode 39: September Chaos   September baseball is here, and everything is starting to matter. We check in around the league, dig into the latest developments in the Dodgers scandal, make our picks for MVP, Cy Young and Rookie of the Year, and take a look at what the postseason would look like if the playoffs started today. The races are tightening, the stakes are rising, and October is getting dangerously close. Episode Sponsored by Utepils Brewing Co. and Pit Liquor.

Episode 38 is here! We check in on our New Years Resolutions, discuss the league check in, and hit on our staple segments of Avery Demands Answers, Ballpark Brews, and Trivia. But we also dive into what the recent Dodgers scandal means for the longterm health of baseball. Enjoy!

In today's interview on Swing and a Miss, we’re going Bananas. Savannah Bananas pitcher Frank Moscatiello joins us to talk about his journey through baseball, the road that eventually brought him to Banana Ball, and what it’s really like taking the mound as part of one of the biggest shows in sports. We get into the baseball behind the entertainment, pitching in front of massive crowds, life on the road with the Bananas, and the experiences that shaped Frank long before the yellow uniform. It’s baseball, Banana Ball, and everything in between with Frank Moscatiello.