Baseball Beat: Friday, October 19th

Here is the rundown for the Friday, October 19th edition of Baseball Beat with Charley Steiner. All times Eastern.

1:05 p.m.
Guest: Ken Davidoff, Newsday
1:25 p.m.
Guest: Dan Graziano, Newark Star-Ledger
Tune: Take This Job and Shove It by Johnny Paycheck
1:45 p.m.
Guest: Mel Antonen, USA Today
Tune: Longtime Gone by Crosby Stills and Nash
2:00 p.m. (Final Hour)
Joe Torre Press Conference

Guest Summary:
Davidoff discussed the New York Yankees and Joe Torre’s press conference including his thoughts that Randy Levine should not have led the charge, Yankees made the right move but executed it horribly, Jorge Posada and Mariano Rivera’s chances of returning, and Don Mattingly is the clear favorite to manage. Graziano discussed Joe Torre including his flight to Tampa yesterday and the Yankees front office getting slammed in New York on radio and television. Antonen discussed the American League Championship Series Game Five including the Boston Red Sox victory behind Josh Beckett’s performance. He also previewed Joe Torre’s press conference.

Tunes Summary:
1:25 p.m.
Take This Job and Shove It by Johnny Paycheck
1:45 p.m.
Longtime Gone by Crosby Stills and Nash

Baseball Beat: Thursday, October 18th

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

1:05 p.m.
Guest: Tim Brown, Yahoo! Sports
1:25 p.m.
Guest: Jon Miller, Broadcaster, ESPN Radio
Tune: Smooth Talk by Delbert McClinton
1:45 p.m.
Guest: Joe Christensen, Minneapolis Star-Tribune
Tune: C.C. Rider by Eric Burden and the Animals
2:05 p.m.
Guest: Tom Boswell, Washington Post
2:25 p.m.
Guest: Michael Silverman, Boston Herald (Red Sox Beat)
Tune: Sweet Talking Guy by Chiffons
2:45 p.m.
Guest: Pete Caldera, The Record
Tune: Tired of Waiting by Kinks

Guest Summaries:
Brown discussed the American League Championship Series including Manny Ramirez, Boston Red Sox clubhouse feeling, and Cleveland Indian’s bullpen strength defeating the Red Sox. Miller discussed broadcasting the ALCS including the addition of off-days to the playoff schedule this year being a hindrance to the teams and media. He also discussed the Red Sox starting pitching troubles in the playoffs as compared to the regular season. Christensen discussed the ALCS including the story about Josh Beckett’s ex-girlfriend singing the national anthem tonight before Game Five. Boswell discussed national headlines including the Colorado Rockies success in the NLCS, coverage of the ALCS, Indians doing the little things right, Rafael Betancourt as a modern-day Mariano Rivera, and his visit to the Rock-n-Roll Hall of Fame. Silverman discussed the Boston Red Sox including his belief that Manny Ramirez’s comments mean absolutely nothing as it was just “Manny being Manny” as well as how Boston’s pitching has been horrendous. Caldera discussed the New York Yankees including today’s report by the New York Post that Joe Torre is in Tampa today meeting with management and the Steinbrenner family. He also discussed the latest with potential free agents Alex Rodriguez, Andy Pettitte, Jorge Posada, and Mariano Rivera.

Tunes Summary:
1:25 p.m.
Smooth Talk by Delbert McClinton
1:45 p.m.
C.C. Rider by Eric Burden and the Animals
2:25 p.m.
Sweet Talking Guy by Chiffons
2:45 p.m.
Tired of Waiting by Kinks

The Times They Are A-Changin'

The Times They Are A-Changin' by Bob Dylan is the most accurate way to describe the blog today. The blog has changed addresses to Baseball Beat: The Blog or written out as http://www.baseballbeattheblog.blogspot.com. The new address will allow the blog to be advertised more prominently during Baseball Beat on XM 175 daily as well as make it easier to find online.

I have also added comment sections to the blog, so as Charley would say for the "12 or 13 listeners" can voice their opinions and thoughts on the show. I get e-mails quite often for tune requests, so please feel free to give your thoughts on our daily music selections. Charley takes considerable time selecting tunes for each guest daily. The original intent of the blog was to get the pre-show tentative rundown of guests, post-show guest summaries, and tune selections out to our two dozen listeners.

I have been on the road covering the National League Championship Series over the last week in Phoenix and Denver. My apologies if the tentative rundowns were slower than usual. The Colorado Rockies sweep is providing some extra days at home before the World Series. Thanks to Baseball Beat's Associate Producer, Ian Spring, for keeping the blog up to date during my travels.

Baseball Beat: Wednesday, October 17th

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

1:05 p.m.
Guest: Scott Miller, CBSSports.com
1:25 p.m.
Guest: Mike Hegan, Broadcaster, Cleveland Indians
Tune: Prove It All Night by Bruce Springsteen
1:45 p.m.
Guest: Jim Baumbach, Newsday
Tune: Still Crazy After All These Years by Paul Simon
2:05 p.m.
Guest: Tony Massarotti, Boston Herald
2:25 p.m.
Guest: Tracy Ringolsby, Rocky Mountain News
Tune: Waiting on a Sunny Day by Bruce Springsteen
2:45 p.m.
Guest: Tim Sullivan, San Diego Union-Tribune
Tune: Meet Me in the Indian Summer by Van Morrison

Guest Summary:
Miller discussed the Indians potentially knocking both top payroll teams out of the playoffs with their modest payroll club. He examined the progress of revenue sharing and its impact on this year's postseason. He also discussed the amazing amount of momentum the Indians have built up since Game 2 in Boston and how fun Paul Byrd is to watch pitch. Hegan talked about last night's Cleveland win, the disrespectful nature of Manny Ramirez's home run showboating, and the sudden dominance of Rafael Betencourt. Baumbach was camped in the Legends Field parking lot in Tampa waiting for news on Joe Torre's fate with the Yankees. He discussed the probability of Torre's return and how the club seems to be approaching the decision as a company and not a personal decision. Massarotti talked about the panic in Red Sox Nation following last night's loss. He also discussed the strength of Cleveland's pitching realtive to the sudden weakness of Boston's. Ringolsby talked about the Rockies playing simulated games daily to stay in "game-mode" until the World Series. He also discussed how he credits Troy Tulowitzki for keeping the young players focused and for helping Colorado be successful this year instead of continuing to wait for the near-future. Sullivan talked about his impressions of the ALCS thus far after covering the National League all year. He also discussed how all Boston needs to do is get ahead in a game to be successful and that has just not happened with Cleveland pitching so well.

Tunes Summary:
1:25 p.m.
Prove It All Night by Bruce Springsteen
1:45 p.m.
Still Crazy After All These Years by Paul Simon
2:25 p.m.
Waiting on a Sunny Day by Bruce Springsteen
2:45 p.m.
Meet Me in the Indian Summer by Van Morrison

Baseball Beat: Tuesday, October 16th

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

1:05 p.m.
Guest: Troy Renck, Denver Post
1:25 p.m.
Guest: Jerry Crasnick, ESPN.com
Tune: Look Out Cleveland by The Band
1:45 p.m.
Guest: George Frazier, Broadcaster, Colorado Rockies
Tune: Green Onions by Booker T and the MG's
2:05 p.m.
Guest: Paul White, USA Today Sports Weekly
2:25 p.m.
Guest: Tom Hamilton, Broadcaster, Cleveland Indians
Tune: Mockingbird by Charlie and Inez Foxx
2:45 p.m.
Guest: Steve Buckley, Boston Herald
Tune: Pain in my Heart by Otis Redding

Guest Summary:
Renck discussed the feeling at Coors Field last night when the Rockies advanced to their first World Series. He also talked about the young pitching being the key to their success, the quiet leadership of Todd Helton, and Aaron Cook's chances of returning to the roster for World Series. Crasnick talked about Cleveland and how well they are playing and if Boston doesn't start hitting consistently and pitching well, they will find themselves watching Cleveland move on. Frazier discussed the Rockies' win last night, how the long layoff between now and the World Series might affect the team, and how Todd Helton is just enjoying this ride. White previewed ALCS Game 4 tonight, the increasing burn-out of MLB GM's, and the pending name-naming by the Mitchell steroids investigation. Hamilton discussed the Battle of the Bullpens between Boston and Cleveland on Saturday night and the shaky, yet effective Joe Borowski. He also said the series potentially hangs on Wakefield's knuckleball tonight...if it's on, Boston will probably tie up the series...if not, Cleveland will go up another game and Boston should be worried. Buckley talked about the various questions facing Boston, from Ortiz and Wakefield's health to the effectiveness of Schilling, Matsuzaka, and the suddenly shaky bullpen. He also touched on how tonight is indeed a "must-win" for Boston, because if they fall to 2 games behind, there is not a good chance of them rebounding to make it to the World Series.

Tunes Summary:
1:25 p.m.
Look Out Cleveland by The Band
1:45 p.m.
Green Onions by Booker T and the MG's
2:25 p.m.
Mockingbird by Charlie and Inez Foxx
2:45 p.m.
Pain in my Heart by Otis Redding

Baseball Beat: Monday, October 15th

Here is the rundown for the Monday, October 15th edition of Baseball Beat with Charley Steiner. All times Eastern.

1:05 p.m.
Guest: John Donovan, Sports Illustrated
1:25 p.m.
Guest: Paul Hoynes, Cleveland Plain-Dealer (Indians Beat)
Tune: Home at Last by Steely Dan
1:45 p.m.
Guest: Jeff Kingery, Broadcaster, Colorado Rockies
Tune: Let It Rain by Eric Clapton
2:05 p.m.
Guest: Gordon Edes, Boston Globe (Red Sox Beat)
Tune: I'm Sorry by Brenda Lee
2:25 p.m.
Guest: Rick Hummel, St. Louis Post-Dispatch
Tune: Don't Stop by Rolling Stones
2:45 p.m.
Guest: Mark Feinsand, New York Daily News
Tune: Family of Man by Three Dog Night

Guest Summary:
Donovan talked about the surprising rise of the Rockies and how pitching has been the key to the team being on the precipice of the World Series. He also discussed how overall it seems that Arizona is simply overmatched by Colorado. Hoynes discussed the marathon-length ALCS Game 2 on Saturday night and how that gives the Indians great momentum going into Game 3 in Cleveland tonight. Kingery talked about the evolution of the Rockies from the 1995 playoff team to the team that will try to make it to the World Series tonight. The key difference is the strength of the 2007 pitching and the speed of the leadoff hitters followed by solid contact hitters that can score runs. Edes talked about the failure of Eric Gagne in another key situation on Saturday night and how his future in Boston, even on a potential World Series roster, could not be more in doubt. He also talked about how locked-in Manny Ramirez and David Ortiz are and previewed Matsuzaka's start for tonight. Hummel discussed his impressions of the NLCS thus far and how it is about time that the Rockies were a good team after 15 years of building a foundation. He also talked about the rumors of Tony La Russa being interested in the possible Yankees manager vacancy. Feinsand talked about George Steinbrenner and his giving the majority of control to his sons. He also discussed how this may affect the decision in regards to Joe Torre's future.

Tunes Summary:
1:25 p.m.
Home at Last by Steely Dan
1:45 p.m.
Let It Rain by Eric Clapton
2:05 p.m.
I'm Sorry by Brenda Lee
2:25 p.m.
Don't Stop by Rolling Stones
2:45 p.m.
Family of Man by Three Dog Night

Baseball Beat: Friday, October 12th

Here is the rundown for the Friday, October 12th edition of Baseball Beat. Charley Steiner has the day off today, so Chuck Wilson will be hosting. All times Eastern.

1:05 p.m.
Guest: Barry Bloom, MLB.com
1:25 p.m.
Guest: Terry Pluto, Cleveland Plain-Dealer
1:45 p.m.
Guest: Kevin Baxter, Los Angeles Times
2:05 p.m.
Guest: Mike Dodd, USA Today
2:25 p.m.
Guest: Dan Shaughnessy, Boston Globe
2:45 p.m.
Actual Calls – Actual Listeners
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Guest Summaries:
Bloom talked about the first game of the NLCS and the 'controversy' over the interference call at 2nd base that cause the negative fan reaction and the Rockies to have to be pulled off the field. Both Chuck and Barry believe it was the right call. Pluto was very funny and talked about how Cleveland is just happy to be in the ALCS and has hope to win it, though realistically they know it will be very tough. Baxter compared the '07 Rockies to the '03 Marlins who won the World Series. He also talked about how amazing it is that the Colorado rookies have made all the difference. Dodd discussed the interference call in the game last night and how that call needs to be made more often. He also previewed Game 2 tonight. Shaughnessy talked about the great pitching duel between the Boston rotation and the Cleveland rotation. He also touched on Manny Ramirez being the key for Boston's success and how Boston fans definitely consider the Indians a threat.

Baseball Beat: Thursday, October 11th

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

1:05 p.m.
Guest: Bob Nightengale, USA Today Sports Weekly
1:25 p.m.
Guest: Bud Shaw, Cleveland Plain-Dealer
Tune: C.C. Rider by The Animals
1:45 p.m.
Guest: David O’Brien, Atlanta Journal-Constitution (Braves Beat)
Tune: None but the Brave by Bruce Springsteen
2:05 p.m.
Guest: Jayson Stark, ESPN.com
2:25 p.m.
Guest: George Frazier, Broadcaster, Colorado Rockies
Tune: The Rest of the Night by Warren Zevon
2:45 p.m.
Guest: Ben Shpigel, New York Times
Tune: Rhinestone Cowboy by Glen Campbell

Guest Summaries:
Nightengale discussed the news of John Schuerholz moving from the GM position to the president's role in Atlanta. He also previewed the ALCS and the strength of Cleveland's pitching. Shaw discussed the state of the Indians going into tomorrow's ALCS Game 1 and talked about what a great job Mark Shapiro did building this team from the manager on down. O'Brien discussed John Schuerholz new role for the Braves and how not much will change with the organizational model and flow since everyone is shifting in-house. Stark previewed the start of the NLCS tonight and his positive impressions of both the Rockies and the Diamondbacks. He and Charley also discussed on a general level how amazing it is that two low-payroll could do so well and make it so far. Frazier talked about the advantages the Rockies have over the Diamondbacks and how he thinks Colorado may be able to pull it off and head on to the World Series. Shpigel discussed how amazed he is at the quality of baseball played by the two West Coast-based NL clubs remaining in the postseason.

Tunes Summary:
1:25 p.m.
C.C. Rider by The Animals
1:45 p.m.
None but the Brave by Bruce Springsteen
2:25 p.m.
The Rest of the Night by Warren Zevon
2:45 p.m.
Rhinestone Cowboy by Glen Campbell

Baseball Beat: Wednesday, October 10th

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

1:05 p.m.
Guest: Don Orsillo, Broadcaster, Boston Red Sox/TBS
1:25 p.m.
Guest: Ken Rosenthal, XM MLB Insider/FoxSports.com
Tune: It's All Over Now by Rod Stewart
1:45 p.m.
Guest: Jack Corrigan, Broadcaster, Colorado Rockies
Tune: I'll Sleep When I'm Dead by Warren Zevon
2:05 p.m.
Guest: Phil Rogers, Chicago Tribune
2:25 p.m.
Guest: Kevin Kernan, New York Post
Tune: Green Onions by Booker T and the MG's
2:45 p.m.
Guest: Sheldon Ocker, Akron Beacon Journal
Tune: Looking for the Next Best Thing by Warren Zevon

Guest Summaries:
Orsillo touched on his first experience broadcasting nationally for TBS in the NLDS, his impressions of the Colorado Rockies, and the state of Red Sox Nation and the team as they head into the ALCS. Rosenthal discussed the Joe Torre situtation in New York and how he feels Joe will definitely be let go since it is the dawn of a new Yankee era. However, he does not see a decent replacement out there for Torre. He also discussed Boras' comments about A-Rod's contract situation. Corrigan discussed the long rest for the Rockies and if that may negatively affect their hot streak. He also touched on the possible return of Willy Taveras and Aaron Cook; Cook was making a final rehab start today. Rogers discussed the matchups in both the NLCS and the ALCS, as well as possible moves for the Cubs in the offseason. Kernan talked about the future of Torre and where A-Rod will land next year, which he predicts will be the Angels. Ocker discussed the strength of the Cleveland starting pitching and bullpen and how Boston will prove to be a tough opponent.

Tunes Summary:
1:25 p.m.
It's All Over Now by Rod Stewart
1:45 p.m.
I'll Sleep When I'm Dead by Warren Zevon
2:25 p.m.
Green Onion by Booker T and the MG's
2:45 p.m.
Looking for the Next Best Thing by Warren Zevon

Baseball Beat: Tuesday, October 9th

Here is the rundown for the Tuesday, October 9th edition of Baseball Beat with Charley Steiner. All times Eastern.

1:05 p.m.
Guest: Hal Bodley, USA Today
1:25 p.m.
Guest: Bob Klapisch, The Record
Tune: It's All Over Now by Rolling Stones
1:45 p.m.
Guest: Tom Hamilton, Broadcaster, Cleveland Indians
Tune: Play to Win by Al Green
2:05 p.m.
Guest: Brian Williams, Anchor, NBC Nightly News
2:25 p.m.
Guest: John Donovan, Sports Illustrated
Tune: Western Skyline by Bruce Hornsby
2:45 p.m.
Guest: Steve Stone, Broadcaster, TBS
Tune: Come Together by Beatles

Guest Summaries:
Bodley discussed national headlines including his coverage of last night ALDS Game Four between the Cleveland Indians and New York Yankees, clubhouse shock by the Yankees, believes Joe Torre should leave on his own terms, end of the Torre era, and the organization’s need to completely rebuild. Klapisch discussed the New York Yankees including the mood in the clubhouse, possibility of players and management saving Torre, Alex Rodriguez and Mariano Rivera’s free agent possibilities, and the club’s need to pay free agents to stay. Hamilton discussed the Cleveland Indians including last night’s win in Game Four of the ALDS, last night’s celebration, and previewing the club’s match-up with the Boston Red Sox. Williams discussed his beloved New York Yankees including debating Joe Torre and Alex Rodriguez’s future, potential free agents Jorge Posada and Mariano Rivera, Roger Clemens potential retirement, and the future of the club. Donovan discussed national headlines including his coverage of the NLDS last week, his upcoming coverage of the NLCS, Stephen Drew’s shining star in the Division Series, Diamondbacks success while lacking a slugger, Eric Byrnes importance to the club, and Tony Clark as the leader of the roster. Stone discussed his coverage of the Boston Red Sox in the ALDS including the many ways they can win, Manny Ramirez and David Ortiz as the most dangerous combo, and previewed the closers match-up (Joe Borowski and Jonathan Papelbon) in the ALCS.

Tunes Summary:
1:25 p.m.
It's All Over Now by Rolling Stones
1:45 p.m.
Play to Win by Al Green
2:25 p.m.
Western Skyline by Bruce Hornsby
2:45 p.m.
Come Together by Beatles

Baseball Beat: Monday, October 8th

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

1:05 p.m.
Guest: Scott Miller, CBSSports.com
1:25 p.m.
Guest: Ian O’Connor, The Record
Tune: We Can Talk About It by The Band
1:45 p.m.
Guest: Joe Simpson, Broadcaster, TBS
Tune: Rocky Mountain Way by Joe Walsh
2:05 p.m.
Guest: Tyler Kepner, New York Times (Yankees Beat)
2:25 p.m.
Guest: Paul Hoynes, Cleveland Plain-Dealer (Indians Beat)
Tune: In the City by The Eagles
2:45 p.m.
Guest: Nick Piecoro, Arizona Republic (Diamondbacks Beat)
Tune: Waiting on a Sunny Day by Bruce Springsteen

Guest Summaries:
Miller discussed national headlines and his coverage of the Boston Red Sox/Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim of American League Division Series including the Angels series playing a part in the club’s demise, Anaheim’s need for a big bat, and expectations that the fans will be less patient next year. O’Connor discussed his conversation with George Steinbrenner including how he reached him, his demeanor, comments about Joe Torre, and how the story affected the team last night. Simpson discussed broadcasting the Philadelphia Phillies/Colorado Rockies NLDS for TBS including his thoughts that the layoff could hurt the Rockies momentum and how the Arizona Diamondbacks have never fallen off as expected. Kepner discussed the New York Yankees including how O’Connor’s story played in the Yankees clubhouse and with Joe Torre, how Steinbrenner is back as we know him, whether Roger Clemens were finished, sticky weather in New York, and questioned the decision by the Cleveland Indians to start Paul Byrd tonight. Hoynes discussed the Indians including tonight’s starter Paul Byrd, belief that starting pitchers on three days rest does not work out well, Indians are prepared to win tonight but will not be surprised by a Game Five. Piecoro discussed the Arizona Diamondbacks including the club’s sweep of the Chicago Cubs in the NLDS, season series with the Colorado Rockies, D’Backs edge with the starting rotation, Stephen Drew and Justin Upton’s coming out party, and how the team has a chip on its shoulder as it believes most believe the Rockies are the favorite.

Tunes Summary:
1:25 p.m.
We Can Talk About It by The Band
1:45 p.m.
Rocky Mountain Way by Joe Walsh
2:25 p.m.
In the City by The Eagles
2:45 p.m.
Waiting on a Sunny Day by Bruce Springsteen

Baseball Beat: Friday, October 5th

Here is the rundown for the Friday, October 5th edition of Baseball Beat with Charley Steiner. All times Eastern.

1:05 p.m.
Guest: Bob Nightengale, USA Today Sports Weekly
1:25 p.m.
Guest: Troy Renck, Denver Post
Tune: Goin' Home Tomorrow by Dr. John
1:45 p.m.
Guest: Steve Gilbert, MLB.com (Arizona Diamondbacks)
Tune: Any Road by George Harrison
2:05 p.m.
Guest: Bob Ryan, Boston Globe
2:25 p.m.
Guest: Ken Davidoff, Newsday
Tune: You Beat Me to the Punch by Mary Wells
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:
Nightengale discussed national headlines including the breaking news that the Pittsburgh Pirates have fired manager Jim Tracy and Baltimore Orioles Vice President of Baseball Operations Jim Duquette has resigned. He also discussed the American League Division Series Game One he is covering between the New York Yankees and Cleveland Indians including Chien-Ming Wang and C.C. Sabathia’s performances, display of strength in the AL Central, this possibly being Joe Torre’s final season, and his belief that the Yankees will bounce back. Renck discussed the Colorado Rockies including their two wins in the National League Division Series on the road in Philadelphia and the fact its time to say that Colorado is now the National League favorite. Gilbert discussed the Arizona Diamondbacks including their two wins in the NLDS at home including a humorous mention about Chicago venders having sale signs on all playoff merchandise. Ryan discussed the Boston Red Sox including Josh Beckett’s ALDS Game One performance, Daisuke Matsuzaka’s first post season start tonight, how the huge posting fee and contract hang over Matsuzaka, and Jonathan Papelbon as the permanent closer of the club. Davidoff discussed the New York Yankees ALDS Game One loss last night including Yankees wearing down C.C. Sabathia and the Indians bullpen as they had a very high pitch count, Andy Pettitte as the Game Two stopper, and Alex Rodriguez’s role in Yankee playoff success.

Tunes Summary:
1:25 p.m.
Goin' Home Tomorrow by Dr. John
1:45 p.m.
Any Road by George Harrison
2:25 p.m.
You Beat Me to the Punch by Mary Wells
2:45 p.m.
You Talk Too Much by Joe Jones

Baseball Beat: Thursday, October 4th

Here is the rundown for the Thursday, October 4th edition of Baseball Beat with Charley Steiner. All times Eastern.

1:05 p.m.
Guest: Mel Antonen, USA Today
1:25 p.m.
Guest: Tom Candiotti, Broadcaster, Arizona Diamondbacks
Tune: Same Thing by The Band
1:45 p.m.
Guest: Bernie Miklasz, St. Louis Post-Dispatch
Tune: After the Love is Gone by Earth Wind and Fire
2:05 p.m.
Guest: Selena Roberts, New York Times
2:25 p.m.
Guest: Paul White, USA Today Sports Weekly
Tune: Perfect Fit by Van Morrison
2:45 p.m.
Guest: Mike Downey, Chicago Tribune
Tune: You Might Think by The Cars

Guest Summaries:
Antonen discussed his coverage of the Colorado Rockies/Philadelphia Phillies National League Division Series including the shadows on the field because of the game time and the Rockies as the most underrated team in the playoffs. Candiotti discussed the Arizona Diamondbacks including last night’s NLDS Game One win, Brandon Webb’s performance, and tonight’s pitching match-up. Miklasz discussed the St. Louis Cardinals including the club’s firing of General Manager Walt Jocketty, how the firing will affect Tony LaRussa’s decision to return, and the background to the severed ties between Jocketty and the club. Roberts discussed the New York Yankees including her piece on Joba Chamberlain today, match-up with the Cleveland Indians, Alex Rodriguez’s justified spring training comments, and his psyche for the playoffs. White discussed his coverage of the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim and Boston Red Sox American League Division Series including Josh Beckett’s performance last night, question marks surrounding Daisuke Matsuzaka, and Garrett Anderson as the offensive key for the Angels and his present issues with conjunctivitis. Downey discussed the Chicago Cubs including Lou Pinella’s decision to remove Carlos Zambrano after only six innings and 85 pitches into Game One which was the primary topic and debate for the segment.

Tunes Summary:
1:25 p.m.
Same Thing by The Band
1:45 p.m.
After the Love is Gone by Earth Wind and Fire
2:25 p.m.
Perfect Fit by Van Morrison
2:45 p.m.
You Might Think by The Cars

Baseball Beat: Wednesday, October 3rd

Here is the rundown for the Wednesday, October 3rd edition of Baseball Beat with Charley Steiner. All times Eastern.

1:05 p.m.
Guest: Tim Brown, Yahoo! Sports
1:25 p.m.
Guest: Michael Knisley, Senior Deputy Editor, ESPN.com
Tune: Wouldn't it be Nice by Beach Boys
1:45 p.m.
Guest: Paul Hagen, Philadelphia Daily News
Tune: Start Me Up by Rolling Stones
2:05 p.m.
Guest: Sean McAdam, Providence Journal (Red Sox Beat)
2:25 p.m.
Guest: Tom Hamilton, Broadcaster, Cleveland Indians
Tune: Waiting on a Friend by Rolling Stones
2:45 p.m.
Guest: Gordon Wittenmyer, Chicago Sun-Times (Cubs Beat)
Tune: Louie, Louie by The Kingsmen

Guest Summaries:
Brown discussed national headlines and start of the Division Series with his coverage of the Angels/Red Sox ALDS including Reggie Willits replacing Gary Matthews, loss of Tim Wakefield, and his belief that seventh and eighth innings will decide the series. Knisley discussed his coverage of the Colorado Rockies final weekend of the regular season and one-game playoff on Monday including the similarities between the Philadelphia Phillies and Rockies and Troy Tulowitzki as the Derek Jeter of Colorado. Hagen joined us pre-game from Philadelphia and discussed the Phillies including Tom Gordon’s September return, J.C. Romero’s success, and the match-up with the Rockies. McAdam discussed the Boston Red Sox including the club being in good health and rested going into the playoffs, Eric Gagne as the biggest question mark, J.D. Drew’s chance for redemption, and his belief that the series, like Tim Brown said, the bullpens will decide the series. Hamilton discussed the Cleveland Indians including the critical need to win Game One, how the getting swept in the regular season series by the New York Yankees will affect the Indians, importance of Azdrubal Cabrera, and how the club will sink or swim with Joe Borowski. Wittenmyer discussed the Chicago Cubs including previewing tonight’s NLDS Game One with the Arizona Diamondbacks, and Carlos Zambrano’s start tonight crucial to Cubs chances.

Tunes Summary:
1:25 p.m.
Wouldn't it be Nice by Beach Boys
1:45 p.m.
Start Me Up by Rolling Stones
2:25 p.m.
Waiting on a Friend by Rolling Stones
2:45 p.m.
Louie, Louie by The Kingsmen

Baseball Beat: Tuesday, October 2nd

Here is the rundown for the Tuesday, October 2nd edition of Baseball Beat with Charley Steiner. All times Eastern.

1:05 p.m.
Guest: Buster Olney, ESPN Magazine
1:25 p.m.
Guest: Jack Corrigan, Broadcaster, Colorado Rockies
Tune: Happy Jack by The Who
1:45 p.m.
Guest: Bill Plunkett, OC Register (Angels Beat)
Tune: Only the Beginning by Chicago
2:05 p.m.
Guest: Bill Rhoden, New York Times
2:25 p.m.
Guest: Gene Wojciechowski, ESPN.com
Tune: Time of the Season by The Zombies
2:45 p.m.
Guest: Sheldon Ocker, Akron Beacon Journal (Indians Beat)
Tune: Look Out Cleveland by The Band

Guest Summaries:
Olney discussed national headlines and start of the playoffs including last night’s one-game playoff, previewing the very similar Philadelphia and Colorado clubs, Troy Tulowitzki as National League Rookie of the Year and comparisons to Cal Ripken, New York Mets collapse, Jose Reyes second half swoon, and how Mets fans are angry Mets players are not upset. Corrigan discussed the Colorado Rockies including last night’s 13-inning win in the one-game playoff, Matt Holliday as NL MVP, and how the club will be prepared for Philadelphia. Plunkett discussed the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim including the club’s offensive success verse the Red Sox starting rotation and how the handling of the pitching staffs for each team will be the key to the series. Rhoden discussed the New York Mets including his piece on the New York Mets collapse, Joe Reyes’s struggles as a big reason for the club’s downturn, and how the Mets are forever in the shadow of the Yankees. Wojciechowski discussed last night’s epic in Colorado including the controversial safe call on Matt Holliday. He also discussed the Chicago Cubs including their match-up with the Arizona Diamondbacks, lack of dominance in the National League, and Carlos Zambrano and Ted Lilly as the keys to the series. Ocker discussed the Cleveland Indians including a preview of their American League Division Series against the Yankees, explained the clubs season sweep by New York, C.C. Sabathia and Fausto Carmona as the keys to the club’s chances, and the Yankees shaky pitching.

Tunes Summary:
1:25 p.m.
Happy Jack by The Who
1:45 p.m.
Only the Beginning by Chicago
2:25 p.m.
Time of the Season by The Zombies
2:45 p.m.
Look Out Cleveland by The Band

Baseball Beat: Monday, October 1st

Here is the rundown for the Monday, October 1st edition of Baseball Beat. Charley Steiner has the day of following completion of the Los Angeles Dodgers season. Chuck Wilson will be hosting today. All times Eastern.

1:05 p.m.
Guest: Rob Neyer, ESPN.com
1:25 p.m.
Guest: Dave Lennon, Newsday (Mets Beat)
1:45 p.m.
Guest: Tom Haudricourt, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel (Brewers Beat)
2:05 p.m.
Guest: Sam Donnellon, Philadelphia Daily News
2:25 p.m.
Guest: Amy Nelson, ESPN Magazine
2:45 p.m.
Guest: Thomas Harding, MLB.com (Rockies Beat)

Guest Summaries:
Neyer discussed national headlines including the final weekend of the season, Philadelphia Phillies have good chance in the National League playoffs, Jimmy Rollins as NL MVP, Ryan Braun as Rookie of the Year, and the American League’s parody in the playoffs. Lennon joined us from the New York Mets clubhouse to discuss the Mets collapse in the NL East and Tom Glavine as the sign of the club’s downfall yesterday. During the segment, Lennon got pulled away as Omar Minaya entered the clubhouse to address the media. Baumbach joined to discuss the Mets downfall further including how it was the perfect storm and possible changes for the Mets. Haudricourt discussed the Milwaukee Brewers including pitching injuries causing the team’s struggles, Ryan Braun as Rookie of the Year, Prince Fielder as a contender for the NL MVP, and Ben Sheets health as a key to 2008. Donnellon discussed the Philadelphia Phillies including yesterday’s NL East clinching victory, great lineup for the Post Season, bullpen as the team’s Achilles heal, and Jimmy Rollins case for the NL MVP. Nelson discussed the San Diego Padres/Milwaukee Brewers series over the weekend including Tony Gwynn, Jr’s game tying home run on Saturday and how he watched Hoffman through his childhood, connection between the Gwynn and Hoffman goes outside of baseball, mood of the Padres clubhouse, Kevin Towers desire to not play Colorado today, Colorado Rockies with the advantage in today’s one-game playoff, and the New York Mets collapse in the final two weeks of the season. Harding discussed the Rockies including the club’s health, Todd Helton as a motivating factor for the club, Clint Hurdle work in motivating the team to outwork other teams, Matt Holliday’s case for NL MVP, and the Rockies as a force in the NL West in the future.

Baseball Beat: Friday, September 28th

Here is the rundown for the Friday, September 28th edition of Baseball Beat with Charley Steiner. All times Eastern.

1:05 p.m.
Guest: Ken Rosenthal, FoxSports.com & XM MLB Insider
1:25 p.m.
Guest: Rick Sutcliffe, Broadcaster, ESPN
Tune: When the Battle is Over by Delaney and Bonnie
1:45 p.m.
Guest: Daron Sutton, Broadcaster, Arizona Diamondbacks
Tune: Showdown by Electric Light Orchestra
2:05 p.m.
Guest: Ben Shpigel, New York Times (Mets Beat)
2:25 p.m.
Guest: Tony Gwynn, Broadcaster, San Diego Padres & TBS
Tune: Fame by David Bowie
2:45 p.m.
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Tune: You Talk Too Much by Joe Jones

Guest Summaries:
Rosenthal discussed national headlines and the final week of the season including the Colorado Rockies and Troy Tulowitzki, National League races prove parity is working in baseball, Philadelphia Phillies remarkable comeback in the NL East, Milwaukee Brewers are finished for the season, and a preview of the Arizona Diamondbacks and Colorado series this weekend. Sutcliffe discussed the final weekend of the season and the national game he is calling tonight between the San Diego Padres and Milwaukee Brewers including the club’s defensive issues, Padres pitching strength, and the crucial loss of Mike Cameron. He also discussed Greg Maddux comparing his endurance to Cal Ripken. Sutton discussed the Arizona Diamondbacks including the story about how Micah Owings was selected to replace Brandon Webb as the starting pitcher yesterday and concerns about tonight with the Rockies success against Webb. Shpigel discussed the New York Mets including the lack of energy and sense of panic in the clubhouse, Tom Glavine’s struggles earlier in the week as the point that reality they could lose hit the team, poor attendance and low energy at Shea Stadium, Willie Randolph’s trust of the bullpen, and Oliver Perez starting tonight. Gwynn discussed the San Diego Padres including his expectations for this weekend’s Padres/Brewers games, belief that Greg Maddux will attack Milwaukee hitters tonight, and his upcoming role broadcasting game for TBS’s coverage of the playoffs.

Tunes Summary:
1:25 p.m.
When the Battle is Over by Delaney and Bonnie
1:45 p.m.
Showdown by Electric Light Orchestra
2:25 p.m.
Fame by David Bowie
2:45 p.m.
You Talk Too Much by Joe Jones

Baseball Beat: Thursday, September 27th

Here is the rundown for the Thursday, September 27th edition of Baseball Beat with Charley Steiner. All times Eastern.

1:05 p.m.
Guest: Steve Phillips, ESPN
1:25 p.m.
Guest: Marty Noble, MLB.com (New York Mets)
Tune: That Smell by Lynard Skynard
1:45 p.m.
Guest: Chris Wheeler, Broadcaster, Philadelphia Phillies
Tune: I Won't Back Down by Tom Petty
2:05 p.m.
Guest: Gordon Edes, Boston Globe (Red Sox Beat)
2:25 p.m.
Guest: Chip Carey, Broadcaster, Atlanta Braves & TBS
Tune: Time of the Season by Zombies
2:45 p.m.
Guest: Tracy Ringolsby, Rocky Mountain News
Tune: One by Three Dog Night

Guest Summaries:
Phillips discussed national headlines and pennant races including the Philadelphia Phillies surge and Charlie Manuel’s consistency as manager this season, New York Mets struggles and that current criticism is unfair for a first place team, Colorado Rockies success in the last two weeks, and how important Tony Clark is to the Arizona Diamondbacks. Noble discussed the New York Mets including the club’s current one game lead in the National League East, bullpen as the key to the team’s struggles, Billy Wagner’s health, and Pedro Martinez’s return has become a once a week igniter. Wheeler discussed the Philadelphia Phillies including last night’s win over the Atlanta Braves, the club’s heart as the main source of success, and how much the energy of the club affects the team’s play. Edes discussed the Boston Red Sox including the organization’s desire to win the American League East, a scout’s theory on Eric Gagne’s struggles, possibility of facing the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim in the Division Series, and debated who would be the Red Sox Game 2 starter. Carey discussed the Atlanta Braves including the reason for the club’s failures this year, Andruw Jones future in Atlanta, Mark Teixeira’s return next season, and how upgrades to the rotation is the key to next season. He also discussed TBS’s coverage of the playoffs this year. Ringolsby discussed the Colorado Rockies including the team’s surge in the last week and a half and how the final weekend will decide it all.

Tunes Summary:
1:25 p.m.
That Smell by Lynard Skynard
1:45 p.m.
I Won't Back Down by Tom Petty
2:25 p.m.
Time of the Season by Zombies
2:45 p.m.
One by Three Dog Night

Baseball Beat: Wednesday, September 26th

Here is the rundown for the Wednesday, September 26th edition of Baseball Beat with Charley Steiner. All times Eastern.

1:05 p.m.
Guest: Paul White, Sports Weekly
1:25 p.m.
Guest: Phil Rogers, Chicago Tribune
Tune: It Don't Come Easy by Ringo Starr
1:45 p.m.
Guest: Mark Grant, Broadcaster, San Diego Padres
Tune: Alive Again by Chicago
2:05 p.m.
Guest: Tom Verducci, Sports Illustrated
2:25 p.m.
Guest: Troy Renck, The Denver Post (Rockies Beat)
Tune: Higher Ground by Stevie Wonder
2:45 p.m.
Guest: Adam Rubin, New York Daily News (Mets Beat)
Tune: You Keep Me Hangin' On by Vanilla Fudge

Guest Summaries:
White discussed national headlines and pennant races including the breaking news that Umpire Mike Winters has been suspended for the remainder of the season. He also discussed covering the Atlanta Braves and Philadelphia Phillies series this week, National League MVP race being tied with the NL playoff race, Arizona Diamondbacks’ Chris Young doing his share, and Ruben Amaro, Jr. as a future general manager. Rogers discussed the Chicago Cubs including last night’s dismantling by Dontrelle Willis, race with the Milwaukee Brewers for the National League Central, and the prospects of the Cubs in the playoffs. Grant discussed the San Diego Padres including last night’s game winning three-run home run with Brian Giles down to its final strike. He also briefly discussed the Milton Bradley/Mike Winters incident from Sunday. Verducci discussed national headlines including the news that Winters was suspended, quick action by Major League Baseball, and how the suspension will affect the work of other umpires. He also discussed his Sports Illustrated cover story on the upcoming playoffs, the Colorado Rockies as the biggest story in baseball right now, National League East race with the New York Mets struggling, strange circumstances surrounding the San Diego Padres decreasing National League Wild Card lead, and American League playoff teams. Renck discussed the Colorado Rockies including Troy Tulowitzki’s emergence this season, Matt Holliday as NL MVP, and how the Rockies clubhouse has a college team feel. Rubin discussed the New York Mets including the club’s struggles and decreased lead in the NL East, Phillip Humber’s first career start tonight, David Wright’s NL MVP chances lessened, and Willie Randolph being second guest from all angles in September.

Tunes Summary:
1:25 p.m.
It Don't Come Easy by Ringo Starr
1:45 p.m.
Alive Again by Chicago
2:25 p.m.
Higher Ground by Stevie Wonder
2:45 p.m.
You Keep Me Hangin' On by Vanilla Fudge

Baseball Beat: Tuesday, September 25th

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

1:05 p.m.
Guest: Scott Miller, CBSSportsline.com
1:25 p.m.
Guest: Nick Cafardo, Boston Globe
Tune: Room to Move by John Mayall
1:45 p.m.
Guest: Todd Zolecki, Philadelphia Inquirer (Phillies Beat)
Tune: Coming Home by Delaney and Bonnie
2:05 p.m.
Guest: Tim Sullivan, San Diego Union-Tribune
2:25 p.m.
Guest: Dusty Baker, ESPN
Tune: Johnny B. Goode by Chuck Berry
2:45 p.m.
Guest: Mark Feinsand, New York Daily News (Yankees Beat)
Tune: Keep on Pushing by The Impressions

Guest Summaries:
Miller discussed the latest national headlines and pennant races as well as the Milton Bradley/Mike Winters story including his belief that Winters should be disciplined, Bradley’s emotions got the best of him, and Bud Black did the right thing. Cafardo discussed the Boston Red Sox including the club’s bullpen troubles, how Manny Ramirez’s absence has hurt the lineup, Clay Buchholz’s role in the bullpen, and Eric Gagne’s shoulder could be hurt. Zolecki discussed the Philadelphia Phillies including being tied for the National League Wild Card, how the club is focusing on just winning and not other club’s results, and whether Pat Gillick will possibly replace Charlie Manuel as manager in the off-season. Sullivan discussed the San Diego Padres including the Bradley/Winters incident, the loss of Mike Cameron to injury, Chris Young’s injury and impact on the club, and skepticism about Jason Lane’s potential to contribute on the team. Baker discussed his move to broadcasting this year and how he has a newfound respect for broadcasting. He also discussed end of Barry Bonds tenure with the San Francisco Giants and how he was a teammate with Hank Aaron when he broke the home run record and was told he would not be returning. He mentioned on Bonds should be a designated hitter in the American League if he wants a chance at a ring. The whole segment is saved in sound bytes and is worthy of a replay. Feinsand discussed the New York Yankees including the final week of the season and how this is Joe Torre’s most satisfying season as manager.

Tunes Summary:
1:25 p.m.
Room to Move by John Mayall
1:45 p.m.
Coming Home by Delaney and Bonnie
2:25 p.m.
Johnny B. Goode by Chuck Berry
2:45 p.m.
Keep on Pushing by The Impressions