Effectively Wild: A FanGraphs Baseball Podcast

Ben and Sam answer emails about Derek Jeter, manager challenges, the closer role, pitcher MVPs, and more. Source

Ben and Sam evaluate the Derek Jeter retirement tour as it begins to come to a close. Source

Ben and Sam compare Kershaw to Pedro and discuss Ned Yost’s bullpen usage, Russell Martin’s fitness, and Jenrry Mejia’s save celebration. Source

Ben and Sam talk to 2014 St. Paul Saints pitcher Andy Johnson about what life is like in the independent leagues. Source

Ben and Sam talk to Newsday Mets beat writer Marc Carig about the ups and downs of the Mets’ season, and their chances in 2015. Source

Ben and Sam answer listener emails about tanking, job searching, rule changes and more. Source

Ben and Sam banter about Ben’s encounter with Roger Angell, then discuss Comeback Player of the Year candidates for 2015. Source

Ben and Sam banter about September call-ups and game length, then discuss whether MLB and its owners are acting in the long-term interests of the sport. Source

Ben and Sam talked to David Epstein, author of The Sports Gene, about whether women will make the majors, whether Babe Ruth could compete today, whether genetics explain injury rates, and more. Source

Ben and Sam answer listener emails about expanded rosters, waiver claims, hidden perfect games, and more. Source