The Book of Joe with Joe Maddon & Tom Verducci

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The Book of Joe: The WBC delivers and the Dodgers biggest foil?
2026-03-10 | 54 mins.
Hosts Joe Maddon and Tom Verducci have been impressed with the games from the World Baseball Classic! Tom explains how he's been very impressed with the DR lineup and the one breakout star from the Classic. The Phillies extend Jesus Luzardo and Joe explains why he thinks it was perfect timing. Tom is impressed with the Phils lineup and has a surprising comp for Kyle Schwarber. Plus, the passing of someone involved in one of the most pivotal moments in our Country's history!
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The Book of Joe: Ready for the World Baseball Classic?
2026-03-03 | 51 mins.
Hosts Joe Maddon and Tom Verducci the difference between Spring Training and the World Baseball Classic. What makes it so popular and great for baseball? Tom notes the growing popularity of the event as it starts its 6th year.
Konnor Griffin has been impressive in Spring Training. Tom gives some impressive comps that has Joe excited about Griffin as a player. Legendary ump Bruce Froemming passed away and Joe happens to have been his very last ejection.
Plus, a fun promotion coming this season for the Cardinals! Joe recalls some great event nights for teams and even some that should be avoided!
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The Book of Joe: Angels goals, Top hits survey, and another rule change?
2026-02-24 | 50 mins.
Hosts Joe Maddon and Tom Verducci open with Arte Moreno saying winning isn't in the top 5 of the needs of the Angels. Joe explains what he believes the owner meant in the statement for the fans of the LA Angels. Hall of Famer Bill Mazeroski passed away and Tom asks where Maz's home run in the 1960 World Series ranks amongst all-time hits. Plus, will a coming rule change cause a safety issue for coaches?
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The Book of Joe: Castellanos future, Trout Plan, ABS Ready, and Dodgers Spring Training!
2026-02-17 | 58 mins.
Hosts Joe Maddon and Tom Verducci open with the future of Nick Castellanos with the Padres. Tom looks at what's ahead for Mike Trout this season while Joe suggests a plan for the team to follow for success. It's time for the ABS system in baseball and Tom explains how teams are preparing to use it. After being at Dodgers camp, Tom talks about the team and Shohei Ohtani's start to the season. Plus, our hosts pay homage to the passing of Robert Duvall.
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The Book of Joe: Super Bowl, Skubal Wins, and ABS coming!
2026-02-10 | 57 mins.
Hosts Joe Maddon and Tom Verducci give their recap of the Super Bowl and how Sam Darnold blossomed into the QB he was supposed to be. What did Joe think about the commercials this year? Tigers lefty Tarik Skubal wins a record arbitration case, but should he have been treated better by Detroit? Heading into Spring Training, Tom is wondering about the plan in Boston for the Red Sox while Joe comments about the use of the ABS this season. Plus, Tom notes the passing of the great QBs John Brodie and Sonny Jurgensen.
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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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