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. They break down the past week's games, discuss key player performances, and speculate on what the future holds for the Rangers as they aim for playoff contention. Don't miss their insights on how the team's hitting slump might be overcome and their predictions for the upcoming week.

00:00 Introduction and Welcome

00:28 Rangers' Weekly Recap

02:27 Pitching Performance Highlights

04:22 Player Stats and Analysis

09:53 Offensive Struggles and Injuries

14:56 Upcoming Games and Predictions

17:34 Division Standings and Future Outlook

23:17 Conclusion and Viewer Engagement

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🔥 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 the Cubs and Mariners**. We also hit on Charlie Morton's ERA spiral, Diamondbacks' pitching panic, and Juan Soto's underwhelming vibe with the Mets.

📊 Stats, debates, and brutal honesty - all in one episode.

📅 Chapters:

00:00 BadderFive Intro

00:47 Rockies Burning Money

04:16 Nationals = Hopeless?

07:57 Marlins Letdown

09:28 White Sox Injuries

13:30 Mariners Flop

14:45 Cubs' Bullpen Fails

27:31 League-Wide ERA Declines

39:55 Biggest Surprises

47:30 Mets Fans, Take Hope

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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? Is Evan Carter the spark they need?

With the Red Sox, Tigers, and Rockies on deck, this could be a make-or-break week for the Rangers’ season.

Topics include:

⚾️ Brett Boone hired as hitting coach

⚾️ Evan Carter returns from injury

⚾️ Why the Detroit Tigers are the best team in baseball

⚾️ Can the Rangers go 4–2 this week?

⚾️ Rockies = the best time to pad stats

📲 Subscribe to Swing Batter for more weekly recaps, breakdowns, and MLB madness.

00:00 Welcome to the Texas Rangers Recap

00:16 Early Season Predictions and Current Standings

00:39 Recent Performance and Struggles

02:29 Offensive and Defensive Changes

05:37 Upcoming Matchups and Expectations

06:14 Pitching Strength and Offensive Hopes

07:33 Key Series Against the Tigers and Rockies

15:11 Final Thoughts and Predictions

18:18 Conclusion and Sign-Off

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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 Fame path derailed for good? Injuries, strikeouts, and declining stats are piling up. We dig deep into the Trout dilemma — is he David Wright or Dale Murphy 2.0?

From Atlanta’s unexpected struggles to the Tigers quietly dominating, we cover the wildest MLB narratives of early 2025. Plus: which overpaid pitchers are leading the WIP race to the bottom?

📌 Subscribe for more baseball chaos: https://www.youtube.com/@SwingBadder

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00:00 Introduction and Jimmy Collins Episode

00:52 Sports Betting and Podcast Success

01:57 The Batter Five: Worst Teams in Baseball

03:33 Detailed Analysis of the Batter Five

07:14 Honorable Mentions and Additional Insights

12:04 Mike Trout's Career and Injuries

15:23 Hall of Fame Debate: Career Longevity and Decline

16:36 Mike Trout's Struggles and Hall of Fame Prospects

20:48 Detroit Tigers' Surprising Performance

21:20 AL Central Standings and Predictions

21:56 Oakland and Cleveland's Unexpected Standings

23:58 Kansas City Royals' Recent Success

27:34 Baltimore Orioles' Pitching Woes

31:00 Colorado Rockies' Pitching Struggles

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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:

• Mike Trout's decline: Is the Hall of Fame slipping away?

• The Angels, White Sox, and other bag-worthy franchises

• Diamondbacks defensive breakdowns and offensive struggles

• Insane walk-off Little League error by the Rangers

• Eugenio Suárez's bizarre stat line

• Best and worst in team ERA, double plays, strikeouts, and more

As always: real analysis, real stats, and real unfiltered baseball talk-powered by the BadderSports Network.

00:00 Introduction and Opening Banter

02:22 Highlighting the Los Angeles Angels

03:54 Surprising Teams and Standout Performances

10:36 Rockies' Struggles and Historical Context

17:15 Pitching Woes and Player Highlights

24:42 Rockies' Pitching Woes

26:51 Rockies' Batting Average and Team Performance

28:58 League Leaders and Surprising Stats

35:19 Mike Trout's Struggles and Contract Issues

45:41 Creative Baseball Injuries

47:03 Closing Thoughts and Farewell

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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 veterans like Semien, Burger, and Peterson dragging the team down?

• Bright spot: Wyatt Langford is heating up

• What’s next as the Rangers face Oakland, Seattle, Boston & Detroit?

Can Texas turn it around — or is this a season-defining stretch?

🔥 Real baseball talk. Unfiltered. Powered by BadderSports.

In this episode of Swing Batter, we welcome our regular contributors for an insightful and emotional review of the Texas Rangers' recent performance. Aiden shares his thoughts on the challenging week for the Rangers, who saw a significant drop in their record and endured Cory Seeger's hamstring injury. Despite the team's struggles, highlighted by a historically low run output, there are glimmers of hope. Tune in as we discuss the team's pitching strengths, individual player performances, and what lies ahead for the Rangers. Can they turn things around against the A's, Mariners, and Red Sox in the coming weeks? Join us for analysis, anecdotes, and a touch of humor to keep the spirits high!

00:00 Introduction and Welcome

01:05 Aiden's Texas Rangers Review

01:58 Rangers' Offensive Struggles

02:24 Recent Games and Performances

04:54 Comparisons and Player Performances

11:07 Hopes and Historical Anecdotes

14:57 Current Standings and Future Outlook

24:58 Closing Remarks and Encouragement

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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 campaign

• American League’s weak run differential compared to the National League

• Updates on Antonio Senzatela, Jock Peterson’s woes, and more!

⚾ Plus: Which players are quietly breaking all the wrong records this season?

👉 Like, comment, and subscribe for more real baseball talk – no sugarcoating!

00:00 Introduction and Congratulations

01:53 Discussing the Mets' Hot Streak

03:47 Analyzing Player Performances

18:14 Run Differential Insights

25:03 Weekly Check-In on Antonio Senzatela

27:44 Pitcher Performance Analysis

30:42 Rockies' Struggles and Surprises

34:00 Ryan McMahon's Contract and Performance

37:51 Rockies' Season Overview

44:44 Jeff McNeil and Trade Speculations

50:47 Ricky Henderson's Record and Closing Thoughts

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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, this episode is packed with insights and hilarity. Don't miss the debate on the most ridiculous baseball injuries, including Dustin May's infamous salad incident, and learn why you should steer clear of lettuce while enjoying America's favorite pastime.

00:00 Introduction and Welcome

00:15 Chris Bryant's Rocky Start

02:15 Debate: Which Sport Has the Least Effort?

05:25 Hockey Players' Toughness

12:11 Spring Training Insights

17:28 Max Scherzer's Multi-Team Payday

24:00 Money Laundering in Sports

24:15 The Marlins' Financial Strategy

25:02 Sacramento A's Playoff Chances

25:46 The Salad Incident: A Baseball Tragedy

28:11 NHL Game Experience in Pittsburgh

30:39 Pitch Counts and Baseball History

35:21 Controversial New Baseball Rules

43:05 The Future of Baseball Broadcasting

43:53 Final Thoughts and Farewell

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