Cincinnati Reds general manager Dick Williams is the guest on this episode of the podcast. Dick joined Chad Dotson to discuss where the Reds are on the "success cycle," whether Michael Lorenzen will ever be a starting pitcher again, and everything else about the 2017 Reds. Plus, Chad couldn't resist asking about Billy Hamilton: 2017 All-Star.
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Chad Dotson and Jason Linden got a little excited over the Cincinnati Reds' hot start to the 2017 season in this episode of Redleg Nation Radio. Most importantly, Jason made some bold predictions about young starting pitcher Amir Garrett, third baseman Eugenio Suarez, and our favorite team's playoff chances. Enjoy!
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This week on the podcast, Chad Dotson and Chris Garber preview the 2017 Cincinnati Reds season.
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For the first time, Redleg Nation and Red Reporter got together to discuss the latest news surrounding the Cincinnati Reds. Chad Dotson was joined by Red Reporter's BK to talk about the Reds' surprising roster decisions, including the addition of Scooter Gennett, and Rookie Davis/Amir Garrett making the Opening Day starting rotation. Also: should we be worried that Cody Reed and Robert Stephenson have been banished to the bullpen for now?
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Isn't it time to let the kids shine in Cincinnati? Chad Dotson and Jason Linden discuss the suggestion, made in the digital pages of Redleg Nation this week, that the Reds should give rotation spots to the kids in the competition -- Brandon Finnegan, Amir Garrett, Cody Reed, Robert Stephenson, Rookie Davis, and/or Sal Romano.
The answer? It's complicated.
Chad and Jason also look at some potential surprise picks to make the Reds Opening Day roster and discuss all the spring training news surrounding the ol' Redlegs. Plus: showering advice for Raisel Iglesias.
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Fox Sports baseball analyst Chris Welsh -- who has been broadcasting Reds games for 25 years -- joined this week's host, Bill Lack, for a discussion of everything you need to know about the state of the Reds as spring training is well under way. They also talked about Chris' new website, Baseball Rules Academy, which just launched.
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Really fun episode of the podcast this week, as Chad Dotson was joined by Ropeadope Records recording artist, superhero-movie geek, and obsessive Reds fan, Freekbass. Freekbass told us about performing at RedsFest (and getting to know Bronson Arroyo), his experiences being a Cincinnati Reds fan for life, his predictions for the 2017 season, and -- of course -- his memorable "Reds Fan" song and video.
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It's time to get optimistic, Reds fans! Jason Linden joined Chad Dotson for the latest edition of the Redleg Nation Radio podcast, and they're talking best-case scenarios. What if everything went absolutely right for the Cincinnati Reds in 2017? (Hint: it would be fun.)
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Chad Dotson was joined by Joel Luckhaupt for a special BREAKING NEWS edition of the podcast. Long-time Reds second baseman Brandon Phillips has been traded to the Atlanta Braves for two minor leaguers. Joel and Chad discuss what this means for the Reds in 2017 and beyond, and look back at the memorable career of one of the best second basemen in Cincinnati history.
We're back! It's the 2017 season of Redleg Nation Radio and we begin with some somber news: Homer Bailey has undergone another surgery on his elbow and won't be available by Opening Day. Jason Linden joins Chad Dotson for this episode, and the guys try very hard to remain optimistic as they address the various pitching scenarios facing the 2017 Cincinnati Reds. Enjoy!
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Is a Brandon Phillips trade imminent? What about Zack Cozart? Bill Lack joined Chad Dotson for a discussion of those topics, and much more, in the latest episode of the Redleg Nation Radio podcast.
Lots of Cincinnati Reds news to discuss this week as Redleg Nation writers Chad Dotson and Jason Linden enjoy another riveting conversation. First up, should Billy Hamilton and Adam Duvall win Gold Glove awards? Then, the guys discuss the flurry of recent transactions and what they mean for the 2017 Reds. Finally, Chad's new book (with Chris Garber) about the 50 Greatest Moments in Reds history is available for pre-order!
Reds broadcaster and longtime friend of Redleg Nation Chris Welsh -- the crafty left-hander -- returns to the podcast. Welsh joined Bill Lack for a wide-ranging discussion about the Cincinnati Reds and what the future holds for this organization.
Let us never forget the glorious moment when Adam Dunn called up to the Reds radio booth during a rain delay -- on the banana phone! -- and talked to Marty Brennaman, calling himself "Adam from Milwaukee." We revisit that great moment in Reds history on the podcast this week, followed up by Bill Lack's interview with legendary Reds pitcher Jim Maloney.
Chad Dotson and Jason Linden unpack the recent comments from new Reds GM Dick Williams about his off-season priorities. The guys also discuss precisely what the Reds need to do over the next couple of months, and Jason predicts that the Reds will win 117 games next season. Really!
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It's episode #150 of the Redleg Nation Radio podcast!
Chad Dotson and Bill Lack celebrated this incredible achievement (we've recorded a round number of podcasts!) by talking about the Reds. Specifically, we talked about the Reds' announcement that Bryan Price will be returning as manager in 2017, and whether we've gotten any answers to the questions facing the current version of the Redlegs. Plus, Bill and I reminisced about the origins of Redleg Nation, dating back to the legendary Reds Listserv of the mid-1990s.
Chad Dotson and Chris Garber -- co-authors of the best book ever (soon-to-be) published -- got together for the latest episode of the Redleg Nation Radio podcast. The guys talked about the book, of course, but used "The Big 50" as a jumping-off point to discuss the current Reds team in the context of this club's history. Enjoy!
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Should the Cincinnati Reds fire their manager, Bryan Price? Is Price the right guy to lead the Reds as they tiptoe back into pennant contention, and if not, who is? Chad Dotson is joined by Jason Linden this week, and the guys try to tackle those questions. Other topics of discussion: the fun story of Hernan Iribarren, the amazing second half of Joey Votto, why 2016 has been kinda fun...plus more Tim Tebow jokes.
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Chad Dotson was joined this week by Doug Gray, from RedsMinorLeagues.com and Redleg Nation. We discussed last weekend's big Meetup at GABP, then dove headfirst into a discussion of soon-to-be Cincinnati Reds, such as Nick Senzel, Amir Garrett, and Taylor Trammell, and the club's recent international signings. Plus we talked about Tim Tebow for some reason. Enjoy!
Barry Larkin is our guest on the latest episode of Redleg Nation Radio. Larkin, of course, is a Reds legend and a member of the Baseball Hall of Fame, and the guys are more than a little excited to have him on the podcast. Redleg Nation's Jason Linden had an opportunity to sit down with Larkin this week and talk about a wide variety of topics. Enjoy!
Jason Linden joined Chad Dotson again for a fun discussion of the following topics:
1. Precisely how awesome is Joey Votto?
2. Can we equate the 2016 Reds to the 2009 Reds?
3. What should the Reds do with Devin Mesoraco and Tucker Barnhart next year?
Jason also maintains that Chad said Adam Dunn is better than Pete Rose, but you'll just have to listen and decide for yourself.
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Chad Dotson and Bill Lack get together again to talk about the Cincinnati Reds, who are currently one of the hottest teams in the major leagues. The question of the day: can the Reds compete in 2017? Other questions answered: Should Bryan Price return next year? Why is Joey Votto the greatest hitter on earth? Who is the best player that has not yet been inducted into the Reds Hall of Fame?
Chad Dotson and Jason Linden looked to 2017 in the latest episode of the podcast, discussing which current Reds will be playing next year and which kids will be joining the Cincinnati lineup soon. Jason also made an insane prediction. Go listen!
Chad Dotson and Bill Lack are back again to discuss the Jay Bruce trade, Cincinnati's better-than-expected play of late, and what the Reds should do with manager Bryan Price after this season. Plus much, much more!
Chad Dotson and Jason Linden are back with a Trade Deadline Spectacular!!! Everything you need to know about all the trade deadline action, plus discussion of Joey Votto's amazing last couple of months, an interesting free agent signing, and the return of Homer Bailey. Also, the guys discuss whether it's time to purchase 2016 playoff tickets.