Talkin' Baseball (MLB Podcast) USA Advances To WBC Finals!
Mar 16, 2026
They recap being at the WBC semi and the electric stadium atmosphere. Conversation covers Skenes vs Severino and pitch counts. They relive Julio’s highlight-robbing catch and Judge’s game-changing play. Debate over missed strike calls and ABS technology. Preview focuses on the Italy vs Venezuela matchup and who might reach the final.
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Judge's Cannon Ends Dominican Rally
- Aaron Judge made a game-changing defensive play: a 94 mph throw to nail Fernando Tatis Jr. trying to go first-to-third.
- Trevor highlights Judge's cannon and emotional leadership after the throw, calming the U.S. team.
Young U.S. Core Shifted The Game
- The U.S. lineup's youth surfaced as decisive: Roman Anthony, Gunner, and Junior Caminero produced pivotal offense.
- Trevor and Jake note many key contributors are 24 or younger, signaling rapid turnover in baseball's talent map.
Accidental Meet With Roman Anthony's Parents
- Jake unexpectedly met Roman Anthony's parents in the concourse and awkwardly introduced himself as 'Jake with John Boy Media.'
- The brief exchange ended with warm parental pride despite Jake's corny comment about uniforms.