Best Behereforit Podcasts (2026)

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30 Minutes or Less | S10E2 36:11

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13d ago36:11

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You thought you were getting a break from us for a couple of weeks. (And, honestly, we were looking forward to a break from you.) But here we are. This surprise episode has nothing to do with the Bears’ wild Saturday night win. It also has absolutely nothing to do with the Cardinals trading Willson Contreras. We just… missed you. Probably. We do a …

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Season 10, Somehow | S10E1 1:10:16

20d ago1:10:16

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After just five days off, Team of Rivals accidentally launches an entirely new season — and immediately proves that, ten seasons in, we've learned nothing. Pete, Ron, and Elliott are all back together for the Season 10 premiere, featuring: A little Cubs and Cardinals talk (because not much has happened… yet) A whole lot of Bears discussion after Ch…

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Wrap It Up! | S9E46 57:37

25d ago57:37

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Ron’s off this week — courtesy of a shiny new promotion and actual responsibilities — so the Cardinals portion of the show is short, accurate, and probably the most honest segment we’ve ever done. Pete and Elliott open with a Winter Meetings “recap” of St. Louis’s extremely quiet week before pivoting into all the Cubs news, rumors, almost-rumors, a…

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It's a BIG F-ing Deal! | S9E45 1:07:56

1M ago1:07:56

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The hot stove is officially on fire and the free agent and trade markets are moving at warp speed. With the Winter Meetings just days away, chaos is inevitable, and we’re here to overreact properly. This week on the Team of Rivals Podcast: 🔥 Fast-moving MLB free agency 🏨 Winter Meetings preview & bold predictions 🏈 The Bears head to Lambeau as the …

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Season 9 Reheated: Godspeed, Mr. Baseball… | S9E5 1:11:45

1M ago1:11:45

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It’s Thanksgiving, which means we’re stuffing ourselves instead of the episode schedule. While we’re gone, enjoy one of our favorite episodes from earlier this season. ----- In this fiery episode of the Team of Rivals Podcast, Ron, Elliott, and Pete tear into the latest MLB drama with all the fire and flair you’d expect. It kicks off with Ron going…

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Judgment Night, Part 2 | S9E44 1:12:43

2M ago1:12:43

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The MLB offseason started last week with the Cardinals. This week, Ron puts Elliott and Pete in the hot seat as the Team turns its sights on running the Chicago Cubs. They'll discuss who stays, who goes, and how to join the upper echelon of the National League in 2026. 📺 Watch the Livestream: YouTube | Rumble | Facebook | X 📌 Follow: @TeamOfRivalsP…

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Judgment Night, Part 1 | S9E43 1:14:07

2M ago1:14:07

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The Cardinals’ offseason starts here. This week, Ron, Elliott, and Pete each take a turn running the St. Louis Cardinals — deciding who stays, who goes, and how to fix this roster once and for all. 📺 Watch the Livestream: YouTube | Rumble | Facebook | X 📌 Follow: @TeamOfRivalsPod | Elliott @ToR_Elliott | Ron @ToR_Ron75 | @TheParkSTL 📧 Email: TeamOf…

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Finally… | S9E42 1:20:51

2M ago1:20:51

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Finally! The 2025 season is over. The Dodgers are celebrating, individual awards are being handed out, and the Hot Stove is officially warming up. On this week's episode, Ron, Elliott, and Pete dive into their postseason takeaways, the award races, free-agent chaos, and trades that may or may not happen. Ron delivers his Soccer Minute, and Pete dro…

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Will This Season Never End? | S9E41 1:08:47

2M ago1:08:47

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It’s late October, and while the Cubs and Cardinals are long gone, the Team of Rivals crew is still here (for some reason). Ron, Elliott, and Pete break down a marathon World Series game that the media dubbed “the greatest ever” (SPOILER: it wasn’t), rant about Shohei Ohtani worship, and debate how much money is too much for one roster. The guys al…

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State of the St. Louis Cardinals (Roundtable Special with Gateway Sports) | S9 Bonus Episode 1:21:44

3M ago1:21:44

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This week, Pete joined Ron and the Gateway Sports crew for a no-spin, big-picture look at the Cardinals’ decline — and what it’ll take to fix it. Not just 2025, but the multi-year slide of what was once one of baseball’s model franchises. From ownership priorities to player development to the culture around the team, this isn’t your typical postmor…

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Fallout & Futures | S9E40 1:34:04

3M ago1:34:04

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The 2025 Cubs are done, but the offseason chaos is just getting started! Mike Shildt becomes the eighth managerial opening, free agency is heating up, and Kyle Tucker’s future is still a mystery. (Actually, it's not.) Meanwhile, the Bears continue their heart-attack streak, the Cardinals stay… well, the Cardinals, and the 2025 Gold Glove finalists …

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Speed Limit 3 (or, Witness to an Execution) | S9E39 56:10

3M ago56:10

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The Team was going to record late on a Sunday, but then we didn't. Ron explains why we're recording Monday instead. The Cubs can’t seem to score more than three runs in a postseason game, but somehow they took down the Padres in the Wild Card. Now they face the Brewers in the NLDS, and Elliott was there in person for Game 1 — which we suspect is wh…

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Exorcising Demons | S9E38 1:09:21

3M ago1:09:21

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It’s International Podcast Day, and we’re celebrating in style! The Cubs are back in the playoffs, facing the Padres for the first time in 40 years, and the ghosts of 1984 are haunting Wrigley like it’s Halloween. Meanwhile, the Cardinals’ season mercifully ended in a brutal sweep at Wrigley, the Bears simultaneously traumatize and inspire the fait…

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The End Is Near! | S9E37 1:19:07

3M ago1:19:07

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The Cubs are limping into October. The Bears exact revenge on Matt Eberflus. St. Louis City keeps winning whenever Ron isn’t watching. Newcastle United hands Ron the result he hates most: a nil-nil draw. Meanwhile, the Cardinals are already planning for 2026. Join Ron, Elliott, and Pete for all the chaos, snark, and sports analysis you didn’t know …

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O Captain My Captain | S9E36 1:07:58

4M ago1:07:58

1:07:58

Anthony Rizzo threw himself the retirement party of the century, and the guys can’t help but linger on Cubs talk longer than usual. Eventually, they pivot to St. Louis, where Masyn Winn has shut it down after a second torn meniscus. Ron delivers his first completely positive Soccer Minute of the season: new Newcastle kicks, wins for both the Magpie…

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Root Causes | S9E35 57:10

4M ago57:10

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Pete spent the day doing some investigative journalism. He made calls, pulled records, and chased down leads no one else had the courage — or the free time — to chase. Something is clearly wrong. Since the All-Star Break, every team ToR follows has decided to embrace mediocrity — at best! — as a lifestyle choice. This weak, the Team discusses the C…

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Season 9 Episode 34 | S9E34 1:02:47

4M ago1:02:47

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The Cubs are still babying Cade Horton like it’s 2023, the Cardinals are drawing 17,002 fans (and somehow still announcing it proudly), and the Bears are trying to convince us that “cautious optimism” counts as progress. This week, Ron, Elliott, and Pete stumble into another rundown-less episode that covers everything from baffling roster decisions…

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Losing It | S9E33 1:10:30

4M ago1:10:30

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The Cardinals keep finding new ways to lose, from a fan base running out of patience to players losing their minds (looking at you, Willson). Meanwhile, the Cubs try to claw their way back into the NL Central race, but not without Elliott and Pete’s usual mix of drama, anxiety, and over-analysis. The Team also debates rumored MLB expansion cities (…

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Sh*t in the Dark | S9E32 1:40:28

5M ago1:40:28

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Buckle up, Cubs and Cardinals fans: this week’s episode is super-sized! The Team starts with Cubs fans’ full-blown panic (and blame-casting) over Kyle Tucker’s injury drama. Elliott and Pete take solace in Chicago’s five-game series win over the Brewers, which sparks just enough hope to be dangerous. Meanwhile, the Cardinals continue their 2025 mas…

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It Is What It is | S9E31 1:03:56

5M ago1:03:56

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Elliott lives up to his “Occasional” title and misses this week's show, but it doesn't really matter because technical issues with Rumble killed the stream before it even started. The Cardinals won the weekend, the Cubs keep circling the drain, and the Brewers are on a heater that makes the division race feel like a bad joke. Two weeks ago, Pete an…

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NERD ALERT! | S9E30 1:12:04

5M ago1:12:04

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This week's episode is half baseball, half Star Wars, and somehow, all relevant. Pete finally binged Andor, so naturally we spent half the episode spiraling into galactic politics, moral ambiguity, and why Syril Karn is the worst. Also: Too-soon deadline analyses, Cubs fan anxiety, and Ron coming to grips with his soccer choices. You’ve been warned…

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Deadline Day | S9E29 47:08

5M ago47:08

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On this Deadline Day/Birthday double feature, the Team of Rivals Podcast sifts through the debris of a trade deadline that left Cubs and Cardinals fans equally underwhelmed, and Elliott spending his 45th birthday watching the Cubs make exactly the kind of moves that scream "we tried… sort of." Pete and Elliott break down Jed Hoyer’s conservative ap…

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Legend | S9E28 1:22:51

5M ago1:22:51

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This week, we remember Cubs legend Ryne Sandberg and reflect on the grace and grit that made him unforgettable, both on the field and in his iconic 2005 Hall of Fame speech. Then we dissect Elliott’s shocking (and possibly permanent?) extension, brace for Thursday’s trade deadline chaos, and dive into Bryce Harper’s public challenge to Rob Manfred,…

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We'll Never Mo | S9E27 56:48

6M ago56:48

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Last week’s hot takes did not hold up well, and the Team of Rivals crew is back to clean up the mess, or at least laugh at it. The show kicks off with a sincere and emotional tribute to Ryne Sandberg following the news about his health, before veering straight into the most unexpected detour of the week: Ozzy Osbourne. Yes, really. From there, it's…

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Pete Responds! | S9 Bonus 21:11

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Ron and Elliott gave it their best shot with a midseason assessment of the Cubs and Cards, but let’s be honest, you’re really here for Pete's response. He recorded in the car on the way to his dad’s, so the sound might be garbage, but hey… you get what you pay for. Check out this week’s livestream on YouTube, Rumble, Facebook, or X. Follow us on X …

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At The Break! | S9E26 1:06:24

6M ago1:06:24

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It’s the All-Star Break, and that means it’s time for a midseason reckoning. Somehow, the Cardinals are the surprise of the summer. Not because they’re great, but because they’re… not terrible? Meanwhile, the Cubs sit (narrowly) atop the NL Central, but if they want to stay there, they’ll need more than vibes and PCA's glove. Starting pitching is t…

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Howdy, Pilgrim | S9E25 1:19:32

6M ago1:19:32

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This week Ron, Elliott, and Pete welcome back special guest Dustin “The Duke” Duquenne as they dive headfirst into last weekend's fireworks at Wrigley, highlighted by an eight-homer beatdown of the Cardinals on the Fourth of July that set league and franchise records (for both teams!). As Elliott, Duke, and Pete gleefully recap every bomb, Ron cope…

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Happy Bonilla Day! | S9E24 1:15:37

6M ago1:15:37

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It’s the most magical of baseball holidays: Bobby Bonilla Day! Baseball’s most legendary deferred payment continues, and Pete has the updated list of players who will be cashing checks long after their cleats hit the shelf. Bobby may have been the first, but he’s no longer alone. Meanwhile, the trade deadline is just a month away, but you'd never k…

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Finally… | S9E23 1:04:34

6M ago1:04:34

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After nearly three months and 78 games, Major League Baseball finally graced its 2025 fans with one of the best rivalries in sports. This week, the full team joined the end of Game 2 in progress and discussed the latest happenings on both sides of the I-55 Rivalry. Plus, an abridged version of "Ron's Soccer Minute"! Check out this week’s livestream…

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Hot to the Touch | S9E22 54:49

7M ago54:49

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The 2024 trade season has NOTHING on 2025! Luis Arraez may have been traded in May 2024, but Rafael Devers goes to the Giants in mid-June?! Ron, Elliott, and Pete dissect what they think this means for the Cubs, the Cards, and this year's trade deadline. Plus, the most subdued Soccer Minute you've ever heard. Check out this week’s livestream on You…

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Back at It! | S9E21 1:13:06

7M ago1:13:06

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After a week of vacation and old man procedures, all three hosts are back at it. The Cardinals seem to be leveling off, while the Cubs have upped their NL Central lead a bit. Are the Cubs better off with Ian Happ at leadoff, or is PCA the better – and more traditional – choice? The Cards won a series this week against MLB's darling franchise, but t…

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Call it What You Want! | S9E20 1:07:26

7M ago1:07:26

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The Cardinals and Cubs are winning—and the ToR crew is actually in a good mood. For now. Before diving into baseball, the guys kick things off with a detour into movies and TV, living up to their promise: “everything you want to hear, from the big sports to the big screen.” Expect unsolicited recommendations, sharp takes, and Pete’s signature brand…

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Is this Real? | S9E19 1:07:35

8M ago1:07:35

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Pete's back, and he has questions. With Elliott mere hours away from vacation and madly packing the Family Truckster, Ron and Pete dive deep into the world of baseball and beyond, tackling everything from the clown show in St. Louis to the Cubs' continued early-season success to the Cardinals' surprising stretch of good baseball. The show starts wi…

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Streaking! | S9E18 56:30

8M ago56:30

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With Pete out, Ron and Elliott get to go wild on Star Wars talk, but not before covering some interesting ground on the baseball front. MLB reinstates Pete Rose, Shoeless Joe Jackson, and others. The Cubs call up one of their top prospects, Cade Horton, while sending Ian Happ to the IL (which will make Pete HAPP-y). The Cardinals are on a nine-game…

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At the Quarter Pole, and Is the New Pope a Cubs Fan? | S9E17 1:05:55

8M ago1:05:55

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Ron and Pete trade places this week, with Pete in the role of Road Warrior, checking in from Orlando, Florida. That's why this week's pod recorded during their original Thursday night slot. With both the Cubs and Cardinals nearing Ron's critical 40-game mark, it's only a little too early for the guys to engage in a spirited debate about the perform…

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Old GMs, New Stars, and One Big What-If | S9E16 1:27:11

8M ago1:27:11

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This week, the Team discusses the Cubs’ impressive early-season performance, having navigated the toughest schedule in baseball to sit six games over .500. The hosts marvel at the Cubs’ 9-0 thrashing of the Pirates, highlighting breakout performances from Carson Kelly and Pete Crow-Armstrong, while debating whether this team echoes the 2015 Cubs’ u…

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Needles and Sledgehammers | S9E15 54:30

9M ago54:30

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Dive into the electric energy of this week's episode, as Ron, Elliot, and Pete deliver a rollicking blend of sports, nostalgia, and unfiltered banter. The trio dives headfirst into the MLB season, breaking down the Cubs’ red-hot offense and basepath chaos that’s got fans buzzing, while dissecting the Cardinals’ pitching woes and looming trade deadl…

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Up, Down, and All Around | S9E14 1:04:22

9M ago1:04:22

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This week, the Team discusses the Cubs' surprising roster moves, including Matt Shaw's demotion to Triple-A and the implications for prospects like Gage Workman. They debate Shaw's unorthodox batting stance, drawing comparisons to legends like Stan Musial and Barry Bonds, while unpacking the team's strategy against a tough upcoming pitching schedul…

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It's Too Early | S9E13 1:12:26

9M ago1:12:26

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After two weeks "off", Ron, Elliott, and Pete reunite for a lively discussion about the latest in Major League Baseball. The guys kick things off with a light-hearted chat about Yohel Pozo, the recent passing of Octavio Dotel, and the dangerous of MLBers in the Dominican Republic. They eventually dive into the current state of the Cubs and the Card…

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Season 9, Episode 12 – Torpedoes & Sweeps 1:03:52

9M ago1:03:52

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Ron takes the reins this week as Pete ventures out west to catch the Chicago Cubs in action at the temporary A's complex in Sacramento. Joined by co-host Elliott and special guest Don Glenn from Gateway Sports, the trio dives into the excitement of the MLB opening weekend. They discuss the surprising start to the season, including the undefeated Do…

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Season 9, Episode 11 – Pinch Hitter 58:44

10M ago58:44

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In this episode of the Team of Rivals Podcast, we take a deep dive into the current state of the St. Louis Cardinals as the 2025 season approaches. With Ron away on the road, Elliott and Pete are joined by special guest Derek King to discuss the palpable apathy among Cardinals fans and the looming changes in the organization. They dissect the end o…

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Season 9, Episode 10 – Waking up in the Land of the Rising Sun 52:34

10M ago52:34

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In this week's episode, the guys dive headfirst into the "excitement" of the 2025 MLB season kickoff! With Ron logging in remotely from a convention in Orlando, Pete and Elliott kick things off with a lively discussion about the Cubs’ frustrating first loss to the Dodgers in Tokyo. The duo reflects on the early morning game, the challenges of inter…

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Season 9, Episode 9 – Undefeated - Never Lost! 54:16

10M ago54:16

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It's a special Sunday evening episode of the Team of Rivals Podcast this week. Exciting things lie ahead for the formerly UNDEFEATED Cubs, the UNDEFEATED City FC, and the Star Wars franchise. (Well, maybe not the latter.) In this lively episode, Ron, Elliott, and Pete tackle the latest in sports and pop culture with their signature humor and insigh…

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Season 9, Episode 8 – Presidents' Day Special 53:36

11M ago53:36

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Pitchers and catchers have reported, Nolan Arenado is still a Cardinal, and Alex Bregman is now a Red Sock. Ron, Elliott, and Pete bring their usual highly rational takes to the latest in MLB on this special Presidents' Day episode. After the obligatory baseball talk, this week's conversation turns to pop culture, chess, and Ron's Soccer minute. • …

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Season 9, Episode 7 – Wieners and Taco Meat 58:23

11M ago58:23

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What did we do to deserve this? In this Cards-heavy episode of the Team of Rivals Podcast, Ron, Elliott, and Pete are joined by special guests Holy Elle and Dan Buffa for a deep dive into the current state of St. Louis Cardinals baseball. The conversation kicks off with Ron expressing his frustrations about the team's stagnant offseason, drawing pa…

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Season 9, Episode 6 – Breakin' Even 57:03

11M ago57:03

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Ron, Elliott, and Pete dive into the lackluster offseason for the St. Louis Cardinals, with Ron expressing his disinterest in this year's Winter Warm-Up and the team's failure to make significant moves. The guys discuss the ambiguous "reset" strategy announced by the Cardinals' management, questioning what it really means for the future of the team…

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Season 9, Episode 5 – Godspeed, Mr. Baseball… 1:10:17

12M ago1:10:17

1:10:17

In this fiery episode of the Team of Rivals Podcast, Ron, Elliott, and Pete tear into the latest MLB drama with all the fire and flair you’d expect. It kicks off with Ron going off on the Dodgers' controversial signing of Roki Sasaki, sparking a heated debate about the growing imbalance in the game. Ron’s so fed up with baseball’s direction, he mig…

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Season 9, Episode 4 – Shred 'em! 1:00:10

12M ago1:00:10

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This week, Ron, Pete, and Elliott explores Jim Bowden's recent article grading MLB teams' offseasons, sparking a debate on whether the Cubs truly deserve an A-minus and if the Cardinals' inactivity justifies their F grade. They delve into the implications of team movements, the Cubs' bullpen needs, and the Cardinals' potential trade scenarios. Swit…

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Season 9, Episode 3 – Monopoly Money, or the Los Angeles Globetrotters 1:05:17

1y ago1:05:17

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Welcome to the first Team of Rivals Podcast episode of 2025! Ron, Elliott, and Pete kick off the new year with a passionate discussion on the state of Major League Baseball and the ongoing struggles of their beloved teams. The guys dive into the Cubs' financial constraints and the impact of institutional investors on team operations, questioning wh…

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Season 9, Episode 2 – Merry Christmas, You Filthy Animals! 47:47

1y ago47:47

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The Team of Rivals is back with a lively holiday episode, diving deep into the world of baseball and beyond. Ron, Elliott, Pete, and special guest Braden discuss the latest happenings with the Cubs and Cardinals, including the Cubs' exciting offseason moves and the Cardinals' puzzling retooling strategy. The guys debate the implications of the Card…