Episodes
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NL West Chaos & AL East Surge: Are the Dodgers in Trouble and the Rays Back?
Playoff pressure is real. We break down the NL West weirdness (Giants hot, Dodgers wobbling, Padres sliding), ask if the Diamondbacks are the league’s ultimate spoilers, and size up the Mets’ path with a shaky bridge between the starters and Edwin Díaz. Then we flip to the AL: Rays resurging,...
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Rangers’ Last Stand: AL West Reality Check, Injuries, and a Brutal Finish
The Texas Rangers are running out of runway. With Nathan Eovaldi out, Jacob deGrom managed, and the offense flipping between hot and cold, can Texas still claw into October? We break down the remaining schedule (A’s, D-backs, Astros x2, Brewers, Mets), the exact win totals needed, and which bats...
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Hot Takes: Phillies Collapse, Mets Take the East? Full Playoff Debate
Are the Phillies actually in freefall while the Mets catch fire? We dig into the September playoff picture: NL wild card chaos (Reds, Mets, Padres, Cubs, Brewers, Dodgers) and the American League logjam (Astros, Mariners, Rangers, Royals, Guardians, Yankees, Red Sox, Blue Jays). We walk…
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Why September Could Break the Rangers’ Season
The Texas Rangers just wrapped up a rollercoaster week — two wins over the Yankees, then a meltdown against the Phillies. Aidan and the crew break down the struggles with runners in scoring position, the elite pitching that’s being wasted, and why August might be the make-or-break month before a...
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Mets Meltdown, Brewers Surge, & MLB’s Worst of the Week
The SwingBadder crew is back with another Badder Five breakdown — the five worst-performing MLB teams this week, and some legendary-level disasters. From the Colorado Rockies’ mind-boggling -330 run differential to the New York Mets’ ice-cold collapse, we’re looking at teams who can’t buy a win…
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Mets Fans Can’t Have Nice Things + The Brewers Massacre | The Badder5
Welcome to another jam-packed episode of SwingBadder, where we dive into the week’s worst MLB performances in the Badder5! The Nationals continue to spiral, the Rangers hit the rare Badder5 “cycle,” and the Mets prove yet again that they can’t have nice things — even after a $500 lobster roll...
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Are the Rangers the Most Dangerous Team in Baseball Right Now?
The Texas Rangers just put together their best week in years, going 8–1 and lighting up both sides of the field. In this SwingBadder Rangers Recap, Brendan and Aidan break down what’s really fueling the turnaround—elite pitching, clutch hitting, and a red-hot Corey Seager. We dive into: • What a...
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All-Star Break Fallout: Tigers Collapse, Braves Slump & the Battle for Playoffs
Baseball is back after the All-Star break — and so is chaos. This week’s SwingBadder dives into the most disappointing teams in baseball, and it’s a shocking list: the Tigers completely fall apart, the Braves confirm what we’ve been warning about for weeks, and the Giants lose in brutal fashion…
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All‑Star Week Shockers: Rays Sale, Robot Umpires & Trade Buzz
The All-Star break is here—but before the league took a breather, five teams bottomed out. In this week’s SwingBadder recap, the crew digs into who made the Badder Five, why the Tampa Bay Rays are crashing again, and how the Astros might be quietly slipping. The Rockies remain a familiar failure,...
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Can the Rangers Catch the Astros? Post-All-Star Push Breakdown
The Texas Rangers just went 4–3—but the score doesn’t tell the whole story. In this SwingBadder Rangers Recap, Brendan and Aidan dive deep into a week that could signal the start of a major turnaround. From clutch wins over the Astros to disappointing losses in extra innings, we explore: • Why…
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Can the Rangers Save Their Season Before the Break?
The Texas Rangers are stuck in neutral — again. In this week’s SwingBadder recap, Brendan and Aidan break down another 3–3 week that could have been a 5–1 stretch if clutch hitting and bullpen performance came through. From extra-inning collapses to promising starts by deGrom and Eovaldi, they...
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Cleveland Implodes Again: Back-to-Back Worst Team in MLB
This week’s SwingBadder recap dives into the ugliest performances in Major League Baseball. For the first time in Batter Five history, the Cleveland Guardians top the list in back-to-back weeks after a winless 0–6 stretch. But they’re not alone in misery. The St. Louis Cardinals managed just one...
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Monthly Badder Five June Edition: Tracking MLB’s Biggest Flops | SwingBadder
Join us on the SwingBadder Podcast for the Badder Five: June Edition, where hosts Todd and Dad rank baseball’s top five underperformers of the month. From shocking slumps by the Washington Nationals and Kansas City Royals to surprising turns by the Miami Marlins and Colorado Rockies, we analyze…
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Rangers Hit Rock Bottom? Brutal Extra-Inning Losses & Missed Chances
The Rangers had their chance — and blew it. In this week’s SwingBadder recap, Brendan and Aiden break down the Rangers’ frustrating 3-3 week, where brutal extra-inning losses, clutch hitting failures, and mounting injuries continue to define the season. Despite top-tier pitching — and a Cy...
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Guardians Collapse, Rockies Return: MLB’s Worst of the Week
This week on SwingBadder, we break down the five worst-performing MLB teams in our weekly Badder Five list — and the list is rough. ➡️ Cleveland’s offense has all but disappeared. ➡️ Colorado returns after a short break — with one home run every 103 ABs! ➡️ The Giants hit a wall after facing the...
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The $217M Meltdown: What’s Wrong with the Rangers?
Welcome back to SwingBadder! In this week’s Texas Rangers recap, Brendan and Aidan break down one of the most disappointing stretches in recent memory for the $217 million roster. After getting outscored and outclassed by the Royals and Pirates, the Rangers are flirting with full-on collapse. We...
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Mets Collapse Into First Place on the Badder Five
The Badder Five returns! This week, the Mets hit a new low and debut at #1 on the Badder Five after a brutal collapse against the Braves and Phillies. The Twins continue their free fall with back-to-back weeks in the bottom five, and the Rangers’ offensive inconsistency lands them in third place....
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Did the Rangers Just Wake Up? 34 Runs Say Yes!
The Texas Rangers just dropped 34 runs in three games—but does that mean they're officially back? In this episode of SwingBadder’s Texas Rangers Recap, Aidan and Chad dive into the highs and lows of the week, from torching the Twins to squeaking by the White Sox. They break down: What’s really...
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Worst MLB Teams This Week?! Royals, Twins & Nationals Flop | Badder 5
Welcome to SwingBadder: Badder Five – where we don’t just talk baseball, we expose the worst-performing MLB teams of the week and the dollars they wasted doing it. 💸⚾ This week’s Badder Five features: • The Kansas City Royals scoring just 11 runs despite playing the A’s (!) • The Washington...
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SwingBadder Reacts: Devers Trade Fallout for Red Sox Fans
Rafael Devers has officially been traded from the Boston Red Sox to the San Francisco Giants—and no one saw this coming. The SwingBadder crew dives deep into the biggest mid-season MLB trade bombshell, breaking down the real story behind Devers’ departure, what Boston gains (if anything), and...
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$60 Million for THIS? Rangers Stars Completely Collapse
The Texas Rangers are flirting with historic offensive futility—and we’re not exaggerating. In this episode of SwingBadder, Brendan and Aidan dive into the disaster that is the 2024 Rangers offense. From abysmal OPS numbers to Marcus Semien and Corey Seager combining for fewer RBIs than you’d...
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Four NL East Teams in the BOTTOM FIVE?! | Badder5 Breakdown
The June 9th edition of SwingBadder delivers one of the most SHOCKING Badder Five breakdowns yet – FOUR NL East teams make the list, with the Braves and Phillies topping the chart for all the wrong reasons. We dive deep into Atlanta’s catastrophic bullpen collapse, Philadelphia’s offensive...
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MLB’s WORST Teams This Week? Rockies, A’s & More - The Badder Five Breakdown!
This week on Swing Baddder, we unveil the latest MLB "Badder Five" — the five worst-performing teams in baseball! The Rockies hit a shocking 9-50 record with a brutal -39 run differential. Oakland continues its nosedive with a third straight week on the list. The Angels, despite a recent win...
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Texas Rangers’ Offensive Struggles: In-Depth Analysis
Texas Rangers' Offensive Struggles: In-Depth Analysis with Aidan In this episode of SwingBadder, host Brendan is joined by Aidan, who is finally free from finals and ready to dive deep into the ongoing struggles of the Texas Rangers. The duo analyzes the Rangers' performance, highlighting their...
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Worst Week Yet? Rangers Land on the Badder Five List
In this episode of SwingBadder, Brendan flies solo while Aidan focuses on finals. The spotlight is on a nightmare week for the Texas Rangers — swept by the Yankees, nearly swept by the White Sox, and officially landing on the Badder Five list, the dreaded ranking of the worst-performing teams of...
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Texas Rangers’ Week in Review: A Tough Stretch and Seeking Offense
In this episode of SwingBadder, Brendan provides an update on the Texas Rangers' recent struggles. The team had a rough week, getting swept by the Yankees and nearly swept by the White Sox, landing them on the batter five list. Key issues include an unproductive offense and injuries, particularly...
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Texas Rangers Weekly Recap: Rockies Matchup and Pitching Highlights
Texas Rangers Weekly Recap: Rockies Matchup and Pitching Highlights Join us in this week's episode of the Texas Ranger Weekly Recap by SwingBadder. Aidan and Brendan dive into the Rangers' recent games against the Colorado Rockies and the Houston Astros. Highlights include Wyatt Langford's cycle,...
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Is the Mets Season Over Before July?
Rockies Pitcher Woes: Baseball Drama Unfolds In this episode of SwingBadder, Brendan and the team dive deep into the ongoing struggles of various MLB teams and players. The Colorado Rockies take center stage with their pitchers' significant issues, particularly highlighting Antonio Senzatela's…
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Texas Rangers Weekly Recap: Rockies Pitcher Upsets Expectations
Join hosts Brendan and Aidan for their weekly recap of the Texas Rangers' performance. In this episode, they delve into the surprising story of a rookie Rockies pitcher who nearly no-hit the Rangers. Despite the Rangers' inconsistent offense, their strong pitching and recent wins keep hopes high....
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Which Baseball Teams Had The Worst Week?
🔥 Welcome to SwingBadder! In this week's **BadderFive**, we spotlight the worst-performing teams in MLB - and yes, the **Colorado Rockies** headline again with an epic meltdown. We cover the **Nationals' collapse**, the **Marlins' despair**, and surprising struggles from **division leaders like...
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Rangers Fire Hitting Coach—Will It Matter?
The Texas Rangers are sitting in fourth place in the AL West, and it’s not looking great. This week on SwingBadder, Brendan and Aidan break down the Rangers’ current struggles, including poor run production, roster shakeups, and the firing of their hitting coach. Can Brett Boone fix the lineup?…
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Breaking Down the Worst Pitchers in MLB - Colorado Rockies’ Struggles
The Badder Five are in — and some teams are fighting for the crown of worst in baseball. In this week’s Swing Batter, the crew breaks down the worst MLB teams of the week, including why the Rockies, Angels, and Marlins are dominating the bottom of the standings. Also: Has Mike Trout’s Hall of…
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Are the Rockies the Worst MLB Team Ever? + Trout’s Decline
Is this the worst team in MLB history? In this episode of Swing Badder, Brendan, Todd, and Peter break down the Colorado Rockies' shocking pace to finish with just 22 wins. From brutal fielding to lifeless pitching, the Rockies might be heading for record books-for all the wrong reasons. Plus: •...
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Struggling Texas Rangers: Tough Week Recap and Optimism Ahead!
In this episode, Brendan, Todd, and Aiden react to the Rangers’ week from hell: • Seager goes down with a hamstring injury (right after Aiden’s article drops 😢) • Offensive collapse: worst run-scoring team in MLB?! • Brutal defensive walk-off vs. the Giants — Little League meltdown • Are…
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Rockies Collapse, Mets Surge, and MLB’s Worst Contracts | SwingBadder
It’s a baseball rollercoaster on this episode of SwingBadder! We dive into: • The Colorado Rockies’ disastrous start and historically bad contracts • The New York Mets’ hot streak and pitching dominance • Aaron Nola’s struggles and if he’s finished • Ryan McMahon’s $70 million swing-and-miss...
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Baseball's Best Contracts and the Craziest MLB Takes
Join the SwingBadder crew as they dive into the latest Spring Training updates, featuring Chris Bryant's rocky start with the Rockies and Max Scherzer's incredible multi-team paycheck. From analyzing which sports leagues have players trying the hardest to scrutinizing MLB's baffling new rules…
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Unexpected Standouts in MLB: Rockies Pitching Shines & Rangers Defy Odds
Join Swing Badder for a deep dive into the Texas Rangers' early 2025 season with guest Aiden Lemieux, a writer for BadderSports.com. We explore their surprising record, standout pitching performances, and where the Rangers stand in a tightly contested AL West. From Garcia's shift in approach to...
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Why Are MLB’s Highest Paid Pitchers Struggling?
MLB’s Worst Pitching? The Rockies Might Be in a League of Their Own In this episode of SwingBadder, Brendan and Todd break down the absolute disaster that is the Colorado Rockies’ pitching staff, including a look at Antonio Senzatela’s brutal stats and the team’s -50 run differential just weeks...
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Why Baseball’s 162 Game Season Actually Makes Sense
#SwingBadder #MLB2025 #BaseballMindset In this episode of SwingBadder, Brendan and his father dive into the mindset every baseball fan (and player) needs for the long 162-game grind. From slumps to streaks, and patience to panic, they explore what makes baseball uniquely unpredictable - and...
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The Bizarre MLB Pitching Stat Line That Defies Logic
Is Antonio Senzatela the most baffling pitcher in baseball right now? Two starts. Nineteen hits allowed. A 0.00 ERA. No, this isn't a joke. In this bonus episode of SwingBadder, we break down one of the strangest stat lines we've ever seen in MLB history. From double plays to miraculous…
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The Torpedo Bat & Other Early Season Surprises
-Baseball Chat: Early Season Surprises and the Torpedo Bat Debate In this episode of Swing Batter, hosts Peter and Todd discuss various elements of the early baseball season, including unexpected team performances, standout players, and developments such as the rise of the torpedo bat. The...
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MLB Top Lineups, The Underrated Andrew Jones, and Umpire Controversies
In this episode of SwingBadder, our baseball experts dive deep into MLB's newest list of top offensive lineups, discuss the underrated career of Andrew Jones, and debate the role of umpires in modern baseball. The team also touches on intriguing stats from the 1984 Detroit Tigers, Juan Soto's…
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The Race for MLB Expansion: Who Will Get the Next Team?
Join us in this episode of SwingBadder as Brendan and Peter Lemieux dive into a wide array of baseball topics. They discuss the excitement of minor league season, spotlight players like Corbin Carroll, and offer predictions on potential breakout stars such as Trevor Story and Mike Trout. The duo...