The Book of Joe with Joe Maddon & Tom Verducci

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The Book of Joe: Judge Return, Brewers Fun, and the 100mph Club!
2026-09-08 | 52 mins.
Joe Maddon and Tom Verducci talk about Aaron Judge and Shohei Ohtani being the biggest stories in baseball right now. Ohtani will not prepare to pitch but the biggest concern is his hitting slump at the plate. Aaron Judge is cleared to return and Tom notes how well Judge performs in Yankee Stadium. Why are the Brewers such a fun team to watch? Tom explains why it may seem like every pitcher is throwing 100mph.
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The Book of Joe: Feeling September Momentum
2026-09-01 | 51 mins.
Joe Maddon and Tom Verducci welcome September and the feel of playoff weather! How are teams approaching their run to the playoffs? Joe stresses worrying more about your own team than your opponent. Tom looks at how the Dodgers can prepare for an attempt at a 3rd straight championship. Is there a better way for teams to handle blowouts for pitchers and hitters? Plus, the Mariners and Phillies are headed in opposite directions while the Orioles are surprisingly back in the mix!
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The Book of Joe: World Series Favorite and All-Time Cubs Team
2026-08-25 | 58 mins.
Joe Maddon and Tom Verducci believe the Rays are the best team in the AL and could be looking at a World Series run. What are they doing that's making the biggest difference from other teams? After another career milestone for Jacob Degrom, Tom asks if the pitcher should be a Hall of Famer. Speaking of pitching, what pitcher is throwing the ball like we've never seen before? Plus, the Cubs name their all-time team and guess who is on it?
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The Book of Joe: 'Spinning Some Yarns' of August Baseball
2026-08-18 | 52 mins.
Joe Maddon and Tom Verducci are making their way through the dog days of August! The NL MVP has come down to a two-man race. Joe gives his thoughts on how Dave Roberts can help the struggling Kyle Tucker. Tom wants to know why so many shortstops are having issues this season. We take a closer look at what's happening with the Red Sox. Plus, Tom and Joe remember the life and career of Tommy John. They both share some memorable stories and wonder why TJ isn't in the Hall of Fame.
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The Book of Joe: Which teams in August are 'Baseball Bored'?
2026-08-11 | 48 mins.
Joe Maddon and Tom Verducci look at the current standings and the surprising number of wins that it could take to push into the postseason. What does Joe think is 'wrong' with the Dodgers at the moment? Tom looks back at the career of Tim Anderson, who announced his retirement after 10 seasons. For the first time in 3 years, Shohei Ohtani is not the MVP favorite. Who is the new favorite and can he win the award?
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About The Book of Joe with Joe Maddon & Tom Verducci

Borrowing the podcast title from their forthcoming book, three-time Manager of the Year Joe Maddon and three-time Sportswriter of the Year Tom Verducci provide exclusive insight, commentary and discussion on the MLB postseason, from the stars to the strategy. As manager of the 2016 Cubs team that broke a 108-year championship drought, Maddon knows what it takes to navigate October pressure. Part Phil Jackson, part Yogi Berra, Maddon brings unique and entertaining takes on not just on dugout strategy but also life lessons and leadership - not to mention classic cars and rock and roll. A five-time Emmy winner with Fox and MLB Network, Verducci has behind-the-scenes access to the players and managers throughout the postseason. “The Book of Joe” is your home to learn - and laugh - about the real stories behind how postseason games are won and lost. To purchase a copy or for more information on "The Book of Joe," please click below...https://www.amazon.com/Book-Joe-Trying-Suck-Baseball/dp/1538751798/ref=asc_df_1538751798/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=564627793350&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=8568231967918177387&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9031189&hvtargid=pla-1844067081352&psc=1

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