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The podcast where we break down the resumes of athletes to determine whether or not they should get a call to their sports Hall of Fame.
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Jim is joined by Jason Romano of Sports Spectrum to break down the HOF candidacy of former Dallas Cowboys tight end Jason Witten. First, Jason and Jim cover Witten's expectational dependability, from both a performance and availability standpoint (9:59). Next, they discuss his record-setting, 18-catch performance in 2012 against the New York Giants, as well as where he ranks among the best tight ends of the 21st century (24:45). Finally, they walk through why Witten's touchdown numbers are lower than you would think (49:40), before making a final call on whether or not they believe Witten belongs in the Football Hall of Fame (53:35).
Jim is joined by author Dr. Paul Semendinger to break down the career and HOF candidacy of former MLB third baseman Graig Nettles. First, they cover the various characters of the Bronx Zoo and whether Nettles is the greatest 3B in Yankees franchise history (7:58). Next, they walk through Nettles' performance in the 1981 ALCS, why he reminds us a bit of Brooks Robinson, and where he ranks among the best 3B of his era (19:48). Finally, they discuss the significance of Nettles' low career batting average and on-base percentage (49:16), before making a final call on whether Nettles belongs in the Baseball Hall of Fame (1:01:46).
Jim is joined by Los Angles Angels Broadcaster Trent Rush to break down the career and HOF candidacy of former MLB third baseman Troy Glaus. First, they discuss all of the talent on the early 2000s Angels teams that Glaus starred for (6:25). Next, they discuss his World Series MVP, his short career, and his huge power numbers at third base (10:40). Finally, they rank Glaus among the best third basemen of the 2000s (27:40), before making a final call on whether he belongs in the Baseball Hall of Fame (36:21).
Jim is joined by friend of the pod Mike Cleary to discuss the hall of fame candidacy of former Chicago Cubs first baseman Anthony Rizzo. First, Jim and Mike cover the Chicago Cubs dominance from 2015-2018 and whether winning just one World Series was disappointing in retrospect (15:05). Then, they discuss Rizzo's elite defense at first base, take a deep dive into the 2016 World Series, and debate whether the Cubs should retire Rizzo's jersey (22:02). Finally, they compare Rizzo through age 26 with the likes of Freddie Freeman, Joey Votto, and Paul Goldschmidt (1:06:15), before making a final call on whether or not Rizzo belongs in the HOF (1:12:46).
Jim is joined by Larry Holder of The Athletic to discuss the career and legacy of former New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees. First, Jim and Larry discuss how Brees is not only the greatest player in Saints history, but possibly the greatest individual to ever call New Orleans home (18:18). Then, they cover Super Bowl XLIV, how Brees put up video game numbers in the 2000s just like Dan Marino did in the 1980s, and how playing in the shadow of Tom Brady and Peyton Manning greatly impacts his legacy (20:38). Finally, they debate whether Brees is a top 10 quarterback in NFL history (35:10).
Jim is joined by Chicago Sports & News Columnist Dave Wischnowsky to discuss the hall of fame candidacy of former MLB first baseman Derrek Lee. First, Dave and Jim cover Lee's legacy on the Chicago Cubs and how he is one of the better Cub players of the 21st Century (8:50). Then, they discuss his 2005 MVP-caliber season, Gil Hodges, and where Lee ranks among the best first basemen of the 2000s (13:10). Finally, they run through how Lee faired against every NL Cy Young winner from 2004-2010 (31:25), before making a final call on whether or not Lee belongs in the HOF (39:38).
Jim is joined by NFL and NBA writer for Action Network Brandon Anderson to discuss the hall of fame candidacy of former NBA guard Gus Williams. First, Jim and Brandon build Seattle SuperSonics Mount Rushmore (9:40). Next, they take a deep dive into Williams' career from 1978-1981 and debate if he was better than Chauncey Billups, Tony Parker, and Pete Maravich (15:05). Finally, they rank Gus among the best guards of his era (59:10), before making a final call on whether or not Williams belongs in the HOF (64:08).
Jim is joined by author and sports historian Clayton Trutor to discuss the hall of fame candidacy of former MLB first baseman Mo Vaughn. First, Clayton and Jim cover Vaughn's batting stance and his reputation as one of the most feared hitters of the 1990s (11:25). Then, they discuss the 1995 AL MVP race, the best first basemen of his era, and how he dominated some of the top pitchers in baseball history (16:49). Finally, they decide just how poor of a defender Mo really was (46:02), before making a final call on whether or not Vaughn belongs in the HOF (52:51).
Jim welcomes longtime editor at the New York Times and author Phil Coffin to discuss his latest book, “A Baseball Book of Days: Thirty-One Moments That Transformed the Game." Jim and Phil cover a number of topics, including Jackie Robinson's first game, Don Padgett's .399 batting average in 1939, Carlos Beltrán's Hall of Fame candidacy, and why Bob Gibson is on Phil's Baseball Rushmore.
Jim is joined by Texas Rangers Broadcaster Jared Sandler to break down the HOF candidacy of former Rangers outfielder Juan González. First, they discuss González's batting stance and his RBI prowess (9:50). Next, they cover González's huge performance in the 1996 ALDS against the New York Yankees, how he compares favorably to newly elected Hall of Famer Dave Parker, and debate why González, despite winning two AL MVP awards, is never talked about when discussing the PED era (15:49). Finally, they walk through the significance of winning six silver slugger trophies (45:10), before making a final call on whether he belongs in the Baseball Hall of Fame (60:38).
Ichiro Suzuki, CC Sabathia, Billy Wagner, Dave Parker, and Dick Allen were inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame yesterday. Jim reads you each of their newly minted Hall of Fame plaques, reveals each of their best MLB seasons, and discusses each of their careers without using any numbers at all. Billy Wagner (5:25)Dave Parker (9:25)Dick Allen (14:22)CC Sabathia (19:00)Ichiro Suzuki (26:22)
Jim spent over 2 weeks driving through New England last month. He visited dozens of small towns along the way, but had extended stays in Stowe, Portland, Portsmouth, Boston, Nantucket, and Newport. Jim covers the highlights of each of those stops (4:03), before recapping the top four foods he eat during his time out East (39:15).
Jim is joined by writer for Bengals Talk, Mike Santagata, to discuss the hall of fame candidacy of former Cincinnati Bengals defensive tackle Geno Atkins. First, Jim and Mike cover the significance Geno's dominance despite his small statue as a defensive tackle (9:35). Next, they compare Atkins to Hall of Fame defensive tackle Cortez Kennedy (26:21) and debate whether Atkins was the 2nd best defensive tackle of his era after Aaron Donald (26:21). Finally, they discuss whether Atkins lack of a championship hurts his case (36:25), before making a final call on whether or not Geno deserves a place in the HOF (43:24).
Jim is joined by NFL Writer for CBS Sports, Jeff Kerr, to discuss the hall of fame candidacy of former NFL running back LeSean McCoy. First, Jim and Jeff reminisce about the 2013 Snow Bowl when the Philadelphia Eagles defeated the Detroit Lions in a blizzard (7:20). Next, they compare McCoy's to Hall of Famers Marshall Faulk and Thurman Thomas, and discuss the significance of a running back reaching the 12,000 rushing yards milestone (17:40). Finally, they rank McCoy among the best running backs of his era (32:55), before making a final call on whether or not McCoy deserves a place in the HOF (37:01).
Jim is joined by Adam Darowski of Sports Reference to break down the HOF candidacy of former MLB third baseman Buddy Bell. First, they discuss Bell's elite advanced metrics, which all point to him being on par with the average Hall of Fame third basemen (7:20). Next, they cover Bell's only season where he finished in the top 10 in the AL MVP vote, how he qualifies to be called Brooks Robinson lite, and whether he belongs on Defensive Third Basemen Mount Rushmore (17:52). Finally, they rank Bell among the best third basemen of his era (46:00), before making a final call on whether he belongs in the Baseball Hall of Fame (58:14).
The 2025 NBA Draft is this Thursday and we all know Cooper Flagg is going first. Does that mean he has the best odds of ending up in the Basketball Hall of Fame? Jim provides his thoughts on the top five players in this year's draft that have the best odds of ending up in the Hall of Fame once their careers are all said and done (9:04). Then, Kentucky Correspondent Shannon Miloch joins the podcast to talk about the Kentucky Wildcats that will get their name called this Thursday, as well as a few other SEC players she likes in the Wildcat-deprived lottery (35:16).
Jim is joined by NBA historian Keith Black Trudeau to break down the hall of fame candidacy of former NBA shooting guard Richard "Rip" Hamilton. First, Jim and Keith discuss Hamilton's elite ability to move without the ball, as well as his smooth mid-range game (10:10). Next, they cover his performance in the 2004 NBA Finals and Eastern Conference Finals, how he compares to Reggie Miller, and where he ranks among the 15 best shooting guards of the 2000s (20:30). Finally, Jim and Keith try to understand Hamilton's alarmingly poor advanced metrics (53:57), before making a final call on whether or not Hamilton deserves a place in the Basketball Hall of Fame (58:51).
To celebrate our 300th podcast episode, Jim answers questions from the listeners. He discusses Pascal Siakam and his Hall of Fame future (6:20), fills out a 2015 Baseball Hall of Fame ballot 10 years too late (16:00), covers past MVP snubs that had major Hall of Fame repercussions (26:30), provides an answer to whether he really thinks Kyle Schwarber has a chance at ending up in Cooperstown (40:45), and much more!
Jim is joined by baseball podcaster Nick Murawski to break down the HOF candidacy of former Chicago White Sox 1st baseman Paul Konerko. First, they discuss how Konerko was the quintessential White Sox player and why his face must be on White Sox Rushmore (10:30). Next, they discuss Konerko's starring role as a member of the 2005 Chicago White Sox championship team, how he compares favorably to Hall of Famer Tony Pérez, and just how impressive being named to six all-star teams as a 1st basemen was during his era (22:20). Finally, they rank Konerko among the best first basemen of his era (53:45), before making a final call on whether he belongs in the Baseball Hall of Fame (64:25).
Jim is joined by baseball Twitter personality Not Gaetti to break down the HOF candidacy of former MLB first baseman Carlos Delgado. First, they discuss how Delgado was one of the most feared batters in baseball during the 2000s (10:32). Next, they discuss Delgado's 4-home run game against Tampa Bay in 2003, how he compares to Jim Thome, and how his lack of personal accolades impacts his case for Cooperstown (23:20). Finally, they rank Delgado among the best first basemen of his era (49:26), before making a final call on whether he belongs in the Baseball Hall of Fame (54:27).
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