Episodes
Thursday Jun 19, 2014
BUCN TOOTBLAN and Other Acronyms
Thursday Jun 19, 2014
Thursday Jun 19, 2014
In the deafening absence of podcast co-host Jason Ruggiero, Tri-State at the Plate is pleased to welcome its newest co-host, Chris Bradley. Chris joins Andy Burdick this week to talk about the unfortunate passing of one of the greatest hitters of a generation as well as a Clayton Kershaw no-hitter that may have been better than a perfect game. The duo then discuss the Pirates TOOTBLAN issues, whether or not the Pirates should be buyers or sellers, as well as the Shark Tank's bullpen woes. They also discuss the trade market in Cleveland before a SeaWolves Shout Out that is intentionally Steven Moya-heavy before concluding with Tweetmails from Buffalo, New York and central Pennsylvania.
Thursday May 29, 2014
The Michael Brantley Captcha Conundrum
Thursday May 29, 2014
Thursday May 29, 2014
This week Andy and Jason discuss ghosts before they talk about the lack of respect for Cleveland Indians players on the 2014 All-Star ballot. Then Jason recaps the usual reasons for the Indians struggles including dreadful defense and offensive offense before touching on the amateur draft.Andy raps poetically about Phillip Irwin, a.k.a. “Filthy Phil”, departure from Pittsburgh before he laments the coming four-game series with the Dodgers. The duo discusses Memorial Day baseball in Erie and the promotion of Eugenio Suarez to Toledo before finishing with a breathtaking new segment entitled “Step on the Scale”.
Wednesday May 21, 2014
Guerrero Gives Olivo an Earful
Wednesday May 21, 2014
Wednesday May 21, 2014
This week Andy and Jason discuss Miguel Olivo’s ear-biting issues with Dodgers super-prospect Alex Guerrero. Andy then discusses at length the woeful start to Pittsburgh’s season but excitedly awaits Gregory Polanco’s promotion. Then Jason covers the Indians recent aversion from disaster and reviews the flurry of roster moves happening in Cleveland. The gang wraps up with Tweetmails and geographic accuracies
Tuesday Apr 08, 2014
Volquez Returns Jason's Volley
Tuesday Apr 08, 2014
Tuesday Apr 08, 2014
This week Andy and Jason discuss booing Ryan Braun. Then Jason discusses all the contract extensions in Cleveland, Trevor Bauer and his return to the clubhouse and finishes up with all the roster moves at the corner of Carnegie and Ontario. Andy then discusses the Hurdle and Huntington extensions, Edinson Volquez proving Jason wrong and the terrible news that Jameson Taillon will undergo Tommy John surgery. They conclude with a SeaWolves shout-out and salute the "Thunder from Down-Under" Warwick Saupold.
Thursday Mar 20, 2014
Our Pitcher's Arms Are Falling Off!
Thursday Mar 20, 2014
Thursday Mar 20, 2014
This week Andy and Jason start off the podcast by discussing protective headgear for pitchers after the Aroldis Chapman line drive. Then Jason talks about Michael Bourn's hamstring and the fifth spot in the Indians rotation. Andy then discusses the pitching situation in Pittsburgh and the catchers that could be on the move. They conclude with a preview of upcoming articles on the website and set the stage for the 2nd Annual Prospect Spectacular.
Wednesday Jan 15, 2014
Alex Rodriguez Goes to Night Court
Wednesday Jan 15, 2014
Wednesday Jan 15, 2014
This week Andy and Jason talk about becoming best friends with Clayton Kershaw after he signs his $215 million contract. Jason then waxes poetic about the addition of Jeff Francoeur and Nyjer Morgan. Then Andy talks about the gaping hole at first base and voluntary workouts. Finally, the gang wraps things up by standing on their soapbox and discussing Alex Rodgriguez and PEDs (as well as Night Court, featuring Harry Andrerson, and The Lincoln Lawyer, starring Matthew McConaughey).
Wednesday Dec 18, 2013
I Choo Choo Choose You
Wednesday Dec 18, 2013
Wednesday Dec 18, 2013
This week the gang is back together! Andy, Bob and Jason talk about Shin-Shoo Choo's spurning of the New York Yankees $140 million contract offer. Jason, the disciple of Scott Boras, agrees that Choo should have turned the offer down. Then the gang introduces new staff writer Chris Bradley. Next they discuss Edinson Volquez and Charlie Morton at-length, before turning their attention to Cleveland and Trevor Bauer's mechanics.
Thursday Dec 05, 2013
General Manager 2K14
Thursday Dec 05, 2013
Thursday Dec 05, 2013
This week Jason and Andy talk about Aroldis Chapman in the Reds bullpen and then Andy discusses the Pittsburgh Pirates recent trades, potential trades and free agent signings. There is no talk of Stetson Allie. Jason analyzes Carlos Santana (the third baseman), the possibility of an Ubaldo reunion at the corner of Carnegie and Ontario and Ronny Rodriguez’s trade value. Finally, the gang finishes up with some sizzling Hot Stove discussion.
Monday Nov 04, 2013
Pre-Season Predictions Wrap-Up
Monday Nov 04, 2013
Monday Nov 04, 2013
This week the gang is back together and discusses Giancarlo Stanton staying in Miami. Dr. Garrett wraps up the on-going medical issues in Cleveland and Pittsburgh. FYI - the prognosis for Lou Marson is not promising. Then, Andy and Jason respectfully debate the merits of their pre-season predictions for awards and final records.
Sunday Jun 23, 2013
Big Red Spot Start
Sunday Jun 23, 2013
Sunday Jun 23, 2013
Tune-in to Tri-State at the Plate this week to hear the return of the Big Red Machine, Bob Finkbeiner, back in the studio to fill-in for Andy who is out on vacation. Jason and Bob talk some serious Tribe this week but they also touch on the Tigers bullpen situation, Nick Castellanos trade rumors and all the medical updates from Dr. Garrett. Also, Andy sends in his Pirates talking points from the beach - now that is dedication.