Baseball Beat: Thursday, January 31st

Here is the rundown for the Thursday, January 31st edition of Baseball Beat. Chuck Wilson is hosting this week as Charley Steiner is on vacation. All times Eastern.

1:05 p.m.
Guest: Sean Deveney, The Sporting News
1:25 p.m.
Guest: Jeff Blair, Globe and Mail
1:45 p.m.
Guest: Mark Bowman, MLB.com (Atlanta Braves)
2:05 p.m.
Guest: Greg Couch, Chicago Sun-Times
2:25 p.m.
Guest: Anthony McCarron, New York Daily News
2:45 p.m.
Guest: Sheldon Ocker, Akron Beacon Journal (Indians Beat)

Guest Summaries:
Deveney discussed national headlines including how Johan Santana being dealt to the New York Mets impacted other organizations about Major League Baseball as well as the latest on Erik Bedard. Blair discussed the Toronto Blue Jays including Reed Johnson’s contract situation, Rod Barrajas signing, and some reaction to national stories. Bowman discussed the Atlanta Braves including how Johan Santana joining the division will impact the Braves and the team’s chances to return to the top of the National League East. Couch discussed Chicago baseball including his piece on the Johan Santana trade impacting the Cubs and last weeekend’s Sox Fest. McCarron discussed the New York Mets including the acquisition of Santana, latest on negotiations with the Mets, how Omar Minaya used the Minnesota Twins pressure to his advantage, and how Santana will prevent extensive losing streaks. Ocker discussed the Cleveland Indians including how the eventual Santana extension will affect C.C. Sabathia’s contract negotiations.

Baseball Beat: Wednesday, January 30th

Here is the rundown for the Wednesday, January 30th edition of Baseball Beat. Chuck Wilson is hosting this week as Charley Steiner is on vacation. All times Eastern.

1:05 p.m.
Guest: Steve Henson, Yahoo! Sports
1:25 p.m.
Guest: Adam Rubin, New York Daily News (Mets Beat)
1:45 p.m.
Guest: Todd Zolecki, Philadelphia Inquirer (Phillies Beat)
2:05 p.m.
Guest: Dan Connolly, Baltimore Sun
2:25 p.m.
Guest: Lavelle Neal, Minneapolis Star-Tribune (Twins Beat)
2:45 p.m.
Guest: Andrew Baggarly, San Jose Mercury News (Giants Beat)

Guest Summaries:
Henson discussed national headlines including the reported Minnesota Twins/New York Mets trade involving Johan Santana and latest Erik Bedard trade negotiations. Rubin discussed the reported New York Mets acquisition of Santana, signing him long-term, how he impacts their roster, and how the much better the team will now be in 2008. Zolecki discussed the Philadelphia Phillies including the signing of Pedro Feliz, future of Wes Helms, and how the Mets acquisition of Santana will impact the Phillies in the National League East. Connolly discussed the Baltimore Orioles including the latest on Bedard trade negotiations, belief that other teams beside the Seattle Mariners are now involved in Bedard talks, Andy McPhail and Peter Angelos relations, and how the continued talks affect Brian Roberts’ possible trade. Neal discussed the Minnesota Twins including the reported trade of Johan Santana, questions about the prospects that Twins are getting in return, and surprise that the New York Yankees and Boston Red Sox backed out of talks. Baggarly discussed the San Francisco Giants including how 2008 will be a rebuilding year, loss of Pedro Feliz, not having to cover Barry Bonds, and the long-term plans for the organization.

Baseball Beat: Tuesday, January 29th

Here is the rundown for the Tuesday, January 29th edition of Baseball Beat. Chuck Wilson is hosting as Charley Steiner is on vacation this week. All times Eastern.

1:05 p.m.
Guest: Rob Neyer, ESPN.com
1:45 p.m.
Guest: Joe Stiglich, Oakland Tribune (A's Beat)
2:05 p.m.
Guest: Kevin Baxter, Los Angeles Times
2:25 p.m.
Guest: Jim Street, MLB.com (Mariners Beat)
2:45 p.m.
Guest: Jason Beck, MLB.com (Detroit Tigers)

Guest Summaries:
Neyer discussed national headlines including Johan Santana trade reports, Pedro Feliz’s signing in Philadelphia, and Roger Clemens case to prove his innocence. Stiglich discussed the Oakland A’s including Jack Custs weekend comments about being in the Mitchell Report, Billy Beane’s organizational rebuild, and Joe Blanton and Huston Street as potential mid-season tradees. Baxter discussed national headlines including his piece on the lack of new umpires in Major League Baseball, strange bonuses in player contracts, Buscon System robbing Latin youths of funds, and MLB interest in expanding to Latin American markets. Street discussed the Seattle Mariners including the latest on the Erik Bedard trade negotiations and his believe that the trade could get done today. Beck discussed the Detroit Tigers including Brandon Inge finally meeting with the media yesterday as well as his new role with the club, bullpen concerns, and competitive nature of the American League Central.

Baseball Beat: Monday, January 28th

Here is the rundown for the Monday, January 28th edition of Baseball Beat. Chuck Wilson is hosting as Charley Steiner is on vacation this week. All times Eastern.

1:05 p.m.
Guest: Gerry Fraley, The Sporting News
1:25 p.m.
Guest: Lavelle Neal, Minneapolis Star-Tribune (Twins Beat)
1:45 p.m.
Guest: Brian McTaggart, Houston Chronicle (Astros Beat)
2:05 p.m.
Guest: Dan Graziano, Newark Star-Ledger; Emcee, 85th Annual New York Baseball Writers Dinner
2:25 p.m.
Guest: Barry Svrluga, Washington Post (Nationals Beat)
2:45 p.m.
Guest: John Hickey, Seattle Post-Intelligencer (Mariners Beat)

Guest Summaries:
Fraley discussed national headlines including the latest on Eric Bedard/Adam Jones trade reports and Albert Pujols anger toward the local television station. Neal discussed the Minnesota Twins including Friday’s long-term signings of Justin Morneau and Michael Cuddyer and latest on Johan Santana trade discussions. McTaggart joined us from the Houston Astros mini-camp to discuss the club and his coverage of the camp this week. Graziano discussed emceeing the 85th Annual New York Baseball Writers Dinner including some stories from the event including Johnny Damon, Bobby Murcer, Denny McLain, and more. He also discussed attending a Friday event with Brian Cashman and Theo Epstein speaking about building organizations. Svrluga discussed the Washington Nationals including Paul Lo Duca’s knee injury, last week’s piece on Nick Johnson’s return from injury, progress of Jesus Flores, and new stadium. Hickey discussed the Seattle Mariners including the latest on the reported deal with the Baltimore Orioles.

Baseball Beat: Friday, January 25th

Here is the rundown for the Friday, January 25th edition of Baseball Beat with Charley Steiner. All times Eastern.

1:05 p.m.
Guest: Mel Antonen, USA Today
1:25 p.m.
Guest: Marty Noble, MLB.com (Mets Beat)
Tune: Help by The Beatles
1:45 p.m.
Guest: Sam Mellinger, Kansas City Star
Tune: Kansas City by Wilbert Harrison
2:05 p.m.
Guest: Jayson Stark, ESPN
2:25 p.m.
Guest: George Vecsey, New York Times
Tune: Up on Cripple Creek by The Band
2:45 p.m.
Actual Calls – Actual Listeners
(866) MLB ON XM - (866)652-6696
Tune: You Talk Too Much by Joe Jones

Guest Summaries:
Antonen discussed national headlines including the latest on Johan Santana, Detroit Tigers two issues, Chicago White Sox bullpen questions, what to expect from the Cleveland Indians, and Congressional Hearings. Noble discussed the New York Mets including their interest in Johan Santana, club’s interest in Livan Hernandez, and this weekend’s 85th Annual New York Baseball Writers Dinner. Mellinger discussed the Kansas City Royals including Dayton Moore’s rebuilding of the franchise, Brett Tomko’s signing, and Gil Meche. Stark discussed national headlines including his thoughts on the reported Justin Morneau and Michael Cuddyer signings in Minnesota, Ryan Howard arbitration situation, comparing Howard’s contract status with Albert Pujols. Vecsey discussed national headlines including broadcasting and how southern announcers tend to have a greater following.

Tunes Summary:
1:25 p.m.
Help by The Beatles
1:45 p.m.'
Kansas City by Wilbert Harrison
2:25 p.m.
Up on Cripple Creek by The Band
2:45 p.m.
You Talk Too Much by Joe Jones

Baseball Beat: Thursday, January 24th

Here is the rundown for the Thursday, January 24th edition of Baseball Beat with Charley Steiner. All times Eastern.

1:05 p.m.
Guest: Tim Brown, Yahoo! Sports
1:25 p.m.
Guest: Hal McCoy, Dayton Daily News (Reds Beat)
Tune: Watching the River Flow by Bob Dylan
1:45 p.m.
Guest: Jim Souhan, Minneapolis Star-Tribune
Tune: Poor House by Traveling Wilburys
2:05 p.m.
Guest: Curt Smith
2:25 p.m.
Guest: Michael Silverman, Boston Herald
Tune: Pay Me My Money Down by Bruce Springsteen
2:45 p.m.
Guest: Sam Mellinger, Kansas City Star
Tune: Slow Turning by John Hiatt

Tune Summary:
1:25 p.m.
Watching the River Flow by Bob Dylan
1:45 p.m.
Poor House by Traveling Wilburys
2:25 p.m.
Pay Me My Money Down by Bruce Springsteen
2:45 p.m.
Slow Turning by John Hiatt

Baseball Beat: Wednesday, January 23rd

Here is the rundown for the Wednesday, January 23rd edition of Baseball Beat with Charley Steiner. All times Eastern.

1:05 p.m.
Guest: Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.com
1:25 p.m.
Guest: Phil Rogers, Chicago Tribune
Tune: Last Fair Deal Gone Down by Eric Clapton
1:45 p.m.
Guest: Roch Kubatko, Baltimore Sun
Tune: Waiting in Vain by Bob Marley and the Wailers
2:05 p.m.
Guest: Paul Hoynes, Cleveland Plain-Dealer (Indians Beat)
2:25 p.m.
Guest: Michael Wilbon, Washington Post
Tune: We Can Talk by The Band
2:45 p.m.
Guest: Tim Sullivan, San Diego Union Tribune
Tune: The Longest Time by Billy Joel

Guest Summaries:
Crasnick discussed national headlines including team’s committing long-term to young players, remaining free agent scrap heap, and Kevin Towers extension in San Diego. Rogers discussed the Chicago Cubs including his on-going report of discussions about a 7-2 trade with the Baltimore Orioles. Kubatko discussed the Baltimore Orioles including his report that the 7-2 trade is hearsay. Hoynes discussed the Cleveland Indians including its quite off-season, need for offense, negotiations to re-sign C.C. Sabathia, and Kenny Lofton’s role. Wilbon discussed national headlines including his career, beloved Chicago Cubs, and wonders how much fans truly care about steroids. Sullivan discussed the San Diego Padres including Kevin Towers contract extension.

Tunes Summary:
1:25 p.m.
Last Fair Deal Gone Down by Eric Clapton
1:45 p.m.
Waiting in Vain by Bob Marley and the Wailers
2:25 p.m.
The Longest Time by Billy Joel
2:45 p.m.
We Can Talk by The Band

Baseball Beat: Tuesday, January 22nd

Here is the rundown for the Tuesday, January 22nd edition of Baseball Beat with Charley Steiner. All times Eastern.

1:05 p.m.
Guest: Nick Cafardo, Boston Globe
Tune: Nashville Cats by Loving Spoonful
1:25 p.m.
Guest: Ken Rosenthal, FoxSports.com; XM MLB Insider
Tune: Money Honey by Ry Cooder
1:45 p.m.
Guest: Larry Stone, Seattle Times
Tune: Move 'em Out by Delaney and Bonnie
2:05 p.m.
Guest: Bob Klapisch, The Record
2:25 p.m.
Guest: Rick Hummel, St. Louis Post-Dispatch
Tune: You Can Never Tell by Chuck Berry
2:45 p.m.
Guest: Mark Gonzales, Chicago Tribune (White Sox Beat)
Tune: Born in Chicago by Paul Butterfield

Guest Summaries:
Cafardo discussed his Sunday piece on Minnesota Twins General Manager including his belief Johan Santana will be dealt, Boston Red Sox, New York Mets, and New York Yankees, and how a long-term signing of Santana is not the Red Sox style. Rosenthal discussed national headlines including his Scott Boras piece, Boras calling him to discuss some of the finer points of the piece prior to our segment, Boras/Alex Rodriguez rift, and his belief that Andy Pettitte will deny any steroids link with Roger Clemens. Stone discussed the Seattle Mariners including his piece on the clubs trade negotiations with the Baltimore Orioles for Erik Bedard, debate over trading Adam Jones, and Chicago White Sox as the other team in the hunt for Bedard. Klapisch discussed New York baseball including the new ruling Steinbrenner’s, how Brian Cashman is dealing with Hank Steinbrenner, Mets need for an ace, and how the post season will impact their financial success. Hummel discussed the St. Louis Cardinals including Yadier Molina’s contract extension, Albert Pujols comments, and last night’s St. Louis Baseball Writers Dinner. Gonzales discussed the Chicago White Sox including the signing Octavio Dotel.

Tunes Summary:
1:05 p.m.
Nashville Cats by Loving Spoonful
1:25 p.m.
Money Honey by Ry Cooder
1:45 p.m.
Move 'em Out by Delaney and Bonnie
2:25 p.m.
You Can Never Tell by Chuck Berry
2:45 p.m.
Born in Chicago by Paul Butterfield

Baseball Beat: Monday, January 21st

Here is the rundown for the Monday, January 21st edition of Baseball Beat with Charley Steiner. All times Eastern.

1:05 p.m.
Guest: Howard Bryant, ESPN.com
1:25 p.m
Guest: Troy Renck, Denver Post
Tune: If I Could Build My Whole World Around You by Marvin Gaye and Tami Terrell
1:45 p.m.
Guest: Paul Sullivan, Chicago Tribune
Tune: Warmer Days by Blues Traveler
2:05 p.m.
Guest: Ken Davidoff, Newsday
2:25 p.m.
Guest: Paul Hagen, Philadelphia Daily News
Tune: Sailing to Philadelphia by Mark Knopfler and James Taylor
2:45 p.m.
Guest: Steve Gilbert, MLB.com (Diamondbacks Beat)
Tune: Growin' Up by Bruce Springsteen

Guest Summaries:
Bryant discussed African-Americans in baseball today as opposed to other sports, focusing on the lack of MLB involvement in African-American communities at the youth level. Renck talked about the deals the Rockies struck with Matt Holliday and Troy Tulowitzki (still pending as of press time). He emphasized that Holliday is still listening to his agent, Scott Boras, but this is a goodwill short-term contract that keeps Holliday where he succeeds. Sullivan discussed the looming sale of the Chicago Cubs and how the plan of attack now is to sell Wrigley Field, and naming rights to it, separately from the club itself, in order to maximize revenue. Davidoff discussed his Sunday piece on the widening rift between Andy Pettitte and Roger Clemens, refuting the fact that those two guys are best friends. He also updated the status of the Yankees' pursuit of Johan Santana and how that might affect Pettitte being leaned on so heavily with the Mitchell Report distraction as well. Hagen talked about the distance between Ryan Howard and the Phillies, which currently is a $3 Million difference, setting the stage for an arbitration showdown. Gilbert discussed the 'coming-of-age' in Arizona, as the young players get older and more experienced. He also touched on spending last week at the Diamondbacks fantasy camp.

Tunes Summary:
1:25 p.m.
If I Could Build My Whole World Around You by Marvin Gaye and Tami Terrell
1:45 p.m.
Warmer Days by Blues Traveler
2:25 p.m.
Sailing to Philadelphia by Mark Knopfler and James Taylor
2:45 p.m.
Growin' Up by Bruce Springsteen

Baseball Beat: Friday, January 18th

Here is the rundown for the Friday, January 18th edition of Baseball Beat with Charley Steiner. All times Eastern.

1:05 p.m.
Guest: Selena Roberts, Sports Illustrated
1:25 p.m
Guest: Hal Bodley, MLB.com
Tune: Beginnings by Chicago
1:45 p.m.
Guest: Doug Glanville, Former Player and New York Times contributor
Tune: Tell Me Why by The Beatles
2:05 p.m.
Guest: Tony Kornheiser, Washington Post and PTI
2:25 p.m.
Guest: Gordon Edes, Boston Globe
Tune: Get Ready by The Temptations
2:45 p.m.
Actual Calls from Actual Listeners
Tune: You Talk Too Much by Joe Jones

Guest Summaries:
Roberts came on to talk about her move to Sports Illustrated, writing her first column that appeared in the most recent edition, and the difference between working at a newspaper versus a magazine. Bodley discussed his move to MLB.com and the struggles of print media versus the Internet. Hal also talked about his work at USA Today and the big stories that broke during his many years at the paper. Glanville discussed his op-ed piece he recently wrote in the New York Times about the choices players make when they decided use P.E.D’s. Doug also talked about his views on the Mitchell report and the culture in the MLB clubhouses he was in. Kornheiser discussed his return to XM as his show returns to XM Sports Nation, Channel 144, this Monday at 8:15am. Tony also talked about becoming a multimedia superstar and dealing with all that comes with that. Edes discussed a variety of things with Charley including the reports that Curt Schilling is slimming down as he promised to do. He also talked about his upcoming article with Bill Werber, the oldest living baseball player.

Tunes Summary:
1:25 p.m.
Beginnings by Chicago
1:45 p.m.
Tell Me Why by The Beatles
2:25 p.m.
Get Ready by The Temptations
2:45 p.m.
You Talk Too Much by Joe Jones

Baseball Beat: Thursday, January 17th

Here is the rundown for the Thursday, January 17th edition of Baseball Beat with Charley Steiner. All times Eastern.

1:05 p.m.
Guest: John Donovan, Sports Illustrated
1:25 p.m
Guest: Carol Slezak, Chicago Sun-Times
Tune: Wintertime Love by The Doors
1:45 p.m.
Guest: Lynn Henning, Detroit News
Tune: Better Days by Bruce Springsteen
2:05 p.m.
Guest: Bob Nightengale, USA Today Sports Weekly
(Live from MLB Owners' Meetings in Scottsdale, Arizona)
2:25 p.m.
Guest: Evan Grant, Dallas Morning News
Tune: Texas Twister by Little Feat
2:45 p.m.
Guest: Marc Topkin, St. Petersburg Times
Tune: A Ray of Hope by The Rascals

Guest Summaries:
Donovan discussed national headlines including the contract extension of Commissioner Bud Selig. John also talked about how Selig’s legacy will be viewed and the Congressional hearings. Slezak discussed her column on how teams are continuing to pursue players named in the Mitchell report, focusing on the Cubs and their interest in Orioles 2B Brian Roberts. Henning discussed the extension given to Nate Robertson yesterday. Lynn also talked about the recent ticket surge at Tiger Stadium and how the Tigers ownership and front office has helped to mold this team into a winner. Nightengale was at the MLB ownerss meetings in Scottsdale, Arizona and gave a report of the reaction to Selig's extension. Grant discussed the Texas Rangers signing of Jason Jennings. Topkin discussed the passing of Joe Kennedy and the Tampa area's reaction to the proposed new stadium.

Tunes Summary:
1:25 p.m.
Wintertime Love by The Doors
1:45 p.m.
Better Days by Bruce Springsteen
2:25 p.m.
Texas Twister by Little Feat
2:45 p.m.
A Ray of Hope by The Rascals

Basebal Beat: Wednesday, January 16th

Here is the rundown for the Wednesday, January 16th edition of Baseball Beat with Charley Steiner. All times Eastern.

1:05 p.m.
Guest: Ray Ratto, San Francisco Chronicle; CBSSports.com
1:30 p.m.
Guest: Richard Justice, Houston Chronicle
Tune: Down on Me by Janis Joplin
2:05 p.m.
Guest: Ken Davidoff, Newsday
2:25 p.m.
Guest: Roch Kubatko, Baltimore Sun
Tune: Lie No Better by Delbert McClinton
2:45 p.m.
Guest: Jeff Blair, Globe and Mail
Tune: Mockingbird by Taj Mahal

Guest Summaries:
Ratto discussed national headlines including yesterday’s Congressional Hearings, San Francisco Giants impact, and Roger Clemens. Justice discussed the Congressional Hearings including the horrendous day for the Houston Astros and Miguel Tejada, how the Tejada news was a bombshell in Houston, Andy Pettitte as the key to Clemens fate with Congress, and how Clemens is very unhappy with him at present for his reporting. Davidoff discussed yesterday’s Congressional Hearing including how it was a “feel good” session, Miguel Tejada in big trouble, and the truth of Roger Clemens guilt. Kubatko discussed Miguel Tejada including how he thought he was done talking about Tejada after he was dealt, belief that Houston had to have some idea about his issues, Orioles finally make the right move in dealing Tejada the day before the Mitchell Report, club’s interest in Octavio Dotel, and whether the Orioles will be moving to Vero Beach. Blair discussed the Toronto Blue Jays including yesterday’s Scott Rolen press conference.

Tunes Summary:
1:30 p.m.
Down on Me by Janis Joplin
2:25 p.m.
Lie No Better by Delbert McClinton
2:45 p.m.
Mockingbird by Taj Mahal

Baseball Beat: Tuesday, January 15th

Here is the rundown for the Tuesday, January 15th edition of Baseball Beat with Charley Steiner. Today we carried the United States Congressional MLB Hearings LIVE for part of the program. All times Eastern.

1:05 p.m.
United States Congressional Hearing - George Mitchell, Bud Selig, and Donald Fehr
1:45 p.m.
Guest: Chuck Wilson, Host, XM Host Stove
2:05 p.m.
Guest: Scott Miller, CBSSports.com
2:25 p.m.
Guest: Mel Antonen, USA Today
Tune: I'm Happy Just to Dance With You by The Beatles
2:45 p.m.
Guest: Barry Bloom, MLB.com
Tune: I Heard It Through the Grapevine by Gladys Knight & The Pips

Guest Summaries:
Wilson and Charley gave their analysis and opinions on the just-concluded Congressional Hearings. Miller came on to give his take on the Congressional Hearings and also talked about the possibilities that Tejada will be investigated by the Justice Department. Antonen was present at the hearings and came on to talk about his impressions from within the chamber. Mel said that Selig and Mitchell were the winners and Fehr, Tejada and Clemens were the losers. Bloom was also at the hearings and talked about the hearings being rather tame and no side truly taking any heat.

Tunes Summary:
2:25 p.m.
I'm Happy Just to Dance With You by The Beatles
2:45 p.m.
I Heard It Through the Grapevine by Gladys Knight & The Pips

Baseball Beat: Monday, January 14th

Here is the rundown for the Monday, January 14th edition of Baseball Beat with Charley Steiner. All times Eastern.

1:05 p.m.
Guest: Bob Nightengale, USA Today Sports Weekly
1:30 p.m.
Guest: T.J. Quinn, ESPN
Tune: Don't You Wish It was True by John Fogarty
2:05 p.m.
Guest: Dave Anderson, New York Times
2:25 p.m.
Guest: David O'Brien, Atlanta Journal-Constitution (Braves Beat)
Tune: New Kid in Town by Eagles
2:45 p.m.
Guest: Joe Strauss, St. Louis Post-Dispatch (Cardinals Beat)
Tune: Change Partners by Stephen Stills

Guest Summaries:
Nightengale discussed national headlines including Roger Clemens, St. Louis Cardinals/Toronto Blue Jays trade, Mark Kotsay’s acquisition in Atlanta, and Walt Jocketty in Cincinnati. We also discussed this weekend’s Professional Baseball Scouts Foundation dinner in which he is a board member. Quinn discussed his interview with Rusty Hardin on Friday, Roger Clemens hearing being delayed, how Barry Bonds case could be influenced by Clemens, what to expect from tomorrow’s hearings, Major League Baseball playing nice with Congress, and what to expect from Congressional questioning of George Mitchell. Anderson discussed the passing of Johnny Podres. O’Brien discussed the Atlanta Braves including the acquisition of centerfielder Mark Kotsay, trading of Joey Devine, Mike Hampton’s health, and thoughts on Andruw Jones in Los Angeles. Strauss discussed the St. Louis Cardinals including the trade of Scott Rolen for Troy Glaus, Matt Clements signing, and low expectations for next season in St. Louis.

Tunes Summary:
1:25 p.m.
Don't You Wish It was True by John Fogarty
2:25 p.m.
New Kid in Town by Eagles
2:45 p.m.
Change Partners by Stephen Stills

Baseball Beat: Friday, January 11th

Here is the rundown for the Friday, January 11th edition of Baseball Beat with Charley Steiner. All times Eastern.

1:05 p.m.
Guest: Ken Rosenthal, XM MLB Insider; FoxSports.com
1:25 p.m.
Guest: Tom Haudricourt, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Tune: Tommy Can You Hear Me by The Who
1:45 p.m.
Guest: Dave Lennon, Newsday (Mets Beat)
Tune: Tired of Waiting by The Kinks
2:05 p.m.
Guest: Steve Buckley, Boston Herald
2:25 p.m.
Guest: Hank Goldberg, ESPN
Tune: Not Fade Away by Rolling Stones
2:45 p.m.
Actual Calls from Actual Listeners
(866) MLB ON XM - (866) 652-6696
Tune: You Talk Too Much by Joe Jones

Guest Summaries:
Rosenthal discussed national headlines including Roger Clemens, the question of the truth, New York Yankees pursuit of Mike Cameron, latest on Eric Bedard trade rumors, and remaining free agents on the market. Haudricourt discussed the Milwaukee Brewers including the club’s interested in Cameron and how missing April for suspension will affect his signing, Bill Hall potentially moving positions, Eric Gagne post Mitchell Report, club’s weak defense, and the breaking news of Major League Baseball setting up a Investigative Unit. Lennon discussed the New York Mets including the latest on Johan Santana trade discussions. Buckley discussed the Boston red Sox including their off-season, Coco Crisp v. Jacoby Ellsbury, Hall of Fame, and his thoughts on Roger Clemens v. Brian McNamee. Goldberg discussed his career in radio, leaving local radio in Miami, succeeding Larry King when he left local radio, Miami radio market, and the latest on the Florida Marlins stadium.

Tunes Summary:
1:25 p.m.
Tommy Can You Hear Me by The Who
1:45 p.m.
Tired of Waiting by The Kinks
2:25 p.m.
Not Fade Away by Rolling Stones
2:45 p.m.
You Talk Too Much by Joe Jones

Baseball Beat: Thursday, January 10th

Here is the rundown for the Thursday, January 10th edition of Baseball Beat with Charley Steiner. All times Eastern.

1:05 p.m.
Guest: Buster Olney, ESPN.com
1:25 p.m.
Guest: Rick Telander, Chicago Sun-Times
Tune: You Might Think by The Cars
1:45 p.m.
Guest: Joe Christensen, Minneapolis Star-Tribune
Tune: Slow Turning by John Hiatt
2:05 p.m.
Guest: Bryan Burwell, St. Louis Post-Dispatch
2:25 p.m.
Guest: Murray Chass, New York Times
Tune: Go Your Own Way by Fleetwood Mac
2:45 p.m.
Guest: Susan Slusser, San Francisco Chronicle (A's Beat)
Tune: Burning Down the House by Talking Heads

Tunes Summary:
1:25 p.m.
You Might Think by The Cars
1:45 p.m.
Slow Turning by John Hiatt
2:25 p.m.
Go Your Own Way by Fleetwood Mac
2:45 p.m.
Burning Down the House by Talking Heads

Baseball Beat: Wednesday, January 9th

Here is the rundown for the Wednesday, January 9th edition of Baseball Beat. Charley Steiner has the day off today, so Chuck Wilson is hosting. All times Eastern.

1:05 p.m.
Guest: Dayn Perry, FoxSports.com
1:25 p.m.
Guest: Sean McAdam, Providence Journal
1:45 p.m.
Guest: Thomas Harding, MLB.com (Colorado Rockies)
2:05 p.m.
Guest: Neil Best, Newsday
2:25 p.m.
Guest: Dave Sheinin, Washington Post
2:45 p.m.
Guest: Dan Connolly, Baltimore Sun

Guest Summaries:
Perry discussed national headlines including yesterday’s Hall of Fame announcement as well as Jim Rice and Bert Blylevin’s cases. This was a Roger Clemens free segment. McAdam discussed the passing of former Red Sox owner Buddy LaRoux and Rice missing out on the Hall of Fame. Harding discussed being in the room with Gossage when he received the call from the Hall of Fame that he was elected. Best discussed the media’s coverage of the Roger Clemens press conference including his belief that the tape only slightly helped Clemens. Sheinin discussed the Hall of Fame including Blylevin, Tim Raines, and Craig Biggio’s cases. He also discussed being at Roger Clemens press conference including the phone call with Brian McNamee. Connolly discussed the Baltimore Orioles including his discussion with Andy MacPhail yesterday and the latest on Eric Bedard and Brian Roberts trade discussions.

Baseball Beat: Tuesday, January 8th

Here is the rundown for the Tuesday, January 8th edition of Baseball Beat with Charley Steiner. All times Eastern.

1:05 p.m.
Guest: Scott Miller, CBS Sports
1:25 p.m.
Guest: Lester Munson, ESPN
Tune: Lawyers, Guns and Money by Warren Zevon
1:45 p.m.
Guest: Mel Antonen, USA Today; Part Time Host, Baseball This Morning
Tune: Angry Young Man by Billy Joel
2:00 p.m.
National Baseball Hall of Fame Announcement
2:05 p.m.
Guest: Paul White, USA Today Sports Weekly
2:25 p.m.
Guest: Tony Massarotti, Boston Herald
Tune: The Longest Time by Billy Joel
2:45 p.m.
Guest: Jim Baumbach, Newsday
Tune: We Can Talk by The Band

Guest Summaries:
Miller discussed national headlines including Roger Clemens and the Hall of Fame announcement. On Clemens he discussed that Clemens gave us the reaction we all wanted, reasons why Clemens is not being believed, how he felt the public perception of Clemens was improved marginally yesterday, and his belief he should have came out stronger earlier. Munson discussed Roger Clemens including how he hasn’t helped himself as much as expected, Clemens taking lawyers advice, how the phone call with McNamee did not help his case, and belief that he needs to change his attitude. Antonen discussed being at the press conference yesterday including the tense mood in the room. White joined us immediately following the Hall of Fame announcement. He discussed the breaking news that Rich “Goose” Gossage was elected to the Hall of Fame including the percentages of each person on the ballot, numbers across the eras of baseball, and number of Hall of Fame caliber years from Jim Rice. He also discussed Roger Clemens and the sadness attached to the story. Massarotti discussed Jim Rice’s lack of election to the Hall of Fame, his belief he’d take a clean Rice over Rafael Palmeiro, and Mark McGwire not a Hall of Famer. He also discussed Clemens including the press conference and the lack of a true clean era in Major League Baseball. Baumbach discussed his exclusive story in which he spoke with Brian McNamee after the Clemens press conference yesterday including his thoughts on the McNamee and how he sounded completely different than the recorded phone conversation that Clemens played at the presser.

Tunes Summary:
1:25 p.m.
Lawyers, Guns and Money by Warren Zevon
1:45 p.m.
Angry Young Man by Billy Joel
2:25 p.m.
The Longest Time by Billy Joel
2:45 p.m.
We Can Talk by The Band

Baseball Beat: Monday, January 7th

Here is the rundown for the Monday, January 7th edition of Baseball Beat with Charley Steiner. All times Eastern.

1:05 p.m.
Guest: Tom Verducci, Sports Illustrated
1:30 p.m.
Guest: Richard Justice, Houston Chronicle
Tune: Tell Me That Isn't True by Bob Dylan
2:05 p.m.
Guest: Tyler Kepner, New York Times (Yankees Beat)
2:25 p.m.
Guest: Phil Rogers, Chicago Tribune
Tune: Reason to Believe by Rod Stewart
2:45 p.m.
Actual Calls - Actual Listeners

Guest Summaries:
Verducci discussed Roger Clemens including the unanswered question of “Why would Brian McNamee lie”, lack of believability in interview, unclear on who Clemens is angry at, lack of knowledge that Andy Pettitte used HGH, why Clemens should have spoken to Mitchell, and whether Clemens helped himself by the interview. Justice discussed Clemens including his sadness following 60 Minutes last night, how McNamee’s specificity is hard to ignore, and why Clemens doesn’t get the benefit of the doubt. Kepner discussed Clemens including his reaction to the interview, McNamee’s lack of reasoning for allegedly lying, why tell the truth about Pettitte and lie about Clemens, and he’s lack of understanding why players declined to speak to Mitchell based on the assumption they would have to discuss other players. Rogers discussed Clemens including his reaction to the interview and how he’s wanting respect for his historical achievements.

Tunes Summary:
1:30 p.m.
Tell Me That Isn't True by Bob Dylan
2:25 p.m.
Reason to Believe by Rod Stewart

Baseball Beat: Friday, January 4th

Here is the rundown for the Friday, January 4th edition of Baseball Beat. Chuck Wilson is hosting as Charley Steiner is on vacation this week. All times Eastern.

1:05 p.m.
Guest: Jonah Keri, ESPN.com - Page 2
1:25 p.m.
Guest: Scott Merkin, MLB.com - Chicago White Sox
1:45 p.m.
Guest: Todd Zolecki, Philadelphia Inquirer
2:05 p.m.
Guest: Rick Hurd, Contra Costa Times
2:25 p.m.
Guest: Sam Mellinger, Kansas City Star
2:45 p.m.
Actual Calls from Actual Listeners

Guest Summaries:
Keri talked about his overall impressions of the 2007 season. He previewed the 2008 season and focused on his feelings that the Dodgers are going to make another move. Merkin came on to talk about the Sox and A’s trade. Scott likes the move and thinks Nick Swisher will be a welcome addition in the Sox clubhouse and have great numbers in that ballpark. He also talked about where Jerry Owens fits in with the Swisher move and the expected Spring Training competition for corner outfield spots. Zolecki came on to talk about the Phillies off season and the moves they have made. Todd thinks that the Phils are going to miss Aaron Rowand but think that Geoff Jenkins will pick up the offensive slack. Hurd talked about the A’s and White Sox trade from Oakland’s point of view. Rick thought it was only a matter of time before Billy Beane had to blow up last year’s team and that Billy was happy with the deals they had made because it helped to replenish the A’s minor league system. He and Chuck also debated ways of tweaking the payroll system in MLB. Mellinger talked about the guys that Royals are counting on to estabilish a model of success. They also talked about the Mitchell Report and the upcoming Clemens interview on 60 minutes. We took calls from our great XM listeners about a variety of subjects including Reds pitching, the Swisher trade and the Hall of Fame.

Charley is back on Monday with Clemens interview reactions from Tom Verducci of Sports Illustrated and Richard Justice of the Houston Chronicle, amongst others!

Baseball Beat: Thursday, January 3rd

Here is the rundown for the Thursday, January 3rd edition of Baseball Beat. Chuck Wilson is hosting as Charley Steiner is on vacation this week. All times Eastern.

1:05 p.m.
Guest: John Rawlings, The Sporting News
1:25 p.m.
Guest: Alyson Footer, MLB.com - Houston Astros
1:45 p.m.
Guest: Ian Browne, MLB.com - Boston Red Sox
2:05 p.m.
Guest: Jim Caple, ESPN.com - Page 2
2:25 p.m.
Guest: Kevin Kernan, New York Post
2:45 p.m.
Guest: Derrick Goold, St. Louis Post-Dispatch

Guest Summaries:

Rawlings talked about how his opinion on Bud Selig has changed from wanting him out to being happy with his efforts. He also discussed how payroll factors in to making the AL so much more dominate than the NL. Footer discussed her busy off season covering the Astros. She also talked about the most recent moves the Astros made with the signings of Erstad and Villareal. Browne came on to talk about the Red Sox' quiet off-season. He also talked about Jim Rice and his chances on making the Hall of Fame. Caple debated the Mitchell report and the trade that went down between the White Sox and A’s. Jim also talked about baseball's drug testing and how there is a lot of room for improvement. He also talked about the Hall of Fame vote and who he voted for on his ballot. Kernan talked about his Hall of Fame vote and the overall P.E.D effect on the voters. Kevin also talked about the guys most likely to go in to the Hall of Fame like Goose Gossage. Goold came on to talk about the Cardinals off-season and the improvement of Colby Rasmus. Derrick also talked about the rift between Rolen and Larussa.

Baseball Beat: Wednesday, January 2nd

Happy 2008!

Here is the rundown for the Wednesday, January 2nd edition of Baseball Beat. Chuck Wilson is hosting as Charley Steiner is on vacation this week. All times Eastern.

1:05 p.m.
Guest: Steve Henson, Yahoo Sports!
1:25 p.m.
Guest: Tim Dahlberg, Associated Press
1:45 p.m.
Guest: Evan Grant, Dallas Morning News
2:05 p.m.
Guest: Anthony McCarron, New York Daily News
2:25 p.m.
Guest: Bill Center, San Diego Union-Tribune
2:45 p.m.
Guest: Jason Beck, MLB.com (Detroit Tigers)

Guest Summaries:
Henson talked about last season and any way Major League Baseball could tweak the playoff schedule. They also discussed the current dominance of the American League over the National League and the factors in that. They also took a look at the upcoming season and the teams that have improved. Dahlberg discussed his article on Roger Clemens and the Mitchell Report including how there are no winners in this case and that all the numbers of this era have questions around them. Grant discussed the Texas Rangers and the addition of Josh Hamilton. McCarron discussed the New York Yankees off season and the new Steinbrenner’s taking over. Anthony also talked about the young pitching that the Yankees have and if they would trade the young pitching for Johan. The also looked at the situation at first base and how it is a hole the Yankees have yet to fill. Center discussed the San Diego Padres off-season including the addition of Mark Prior. Beck talked about the Detroit Tigers huge off season and the holes they still have to fill. Jason also talked about Alan Trammell and his chances for the Hall of Fame.