Ross and Rizzo Unfiltered

David Ross and Anthony Rizzo are BACK with Episode 24 of Ross & Rizzo Unfiltered where the guys react to the Milwaukee Brewers SWEEPING the Los Angeles Dodgers and ENDING their quest of a three-peat. The Brewers were the better team ALL season long… and proved it once again by DOMINATING the Dodgers in this series. The guys are HYPE for Brewers fans who have waited a LONG time for this, and can’t wait to see them perform in the World Series. Shohei Ohtani broke out of his slump in a HUGE way with a 3-run Home Run in the bottom of the 2nd inning to put the Dodgers up 4-0, but the Brewers fought back like they always do, and found a way to plate 6 unanswered runs, and complete the sweep. The guys then react to the Cleveland Guardians taking a surprise 2-1 lead in the ALCS over the Tampa Bay Rays after some OUTSTANDING pitching by Gavin Williams, and a game changing Home Run by Petey Halpin in the bottom of the 5th inning. The guys then answer fan mailbag questions about all things baseball. The guys discuss what it was like to play for Manager Joe Maddon, how a shortened MLB season would impact players, and the guys tell some HILARIOUS stories about playing against Cleveland Guardians superstar Jose Ramirez.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

David Ross and Anthony Rizzo are BACK with Episode 22 of Ross & Rizzo Unfiltered where they guys react to the Tampa Bay Rays BEATING the Cleveland Guardians in Game 2 of the ALCS to even the series at 1. Jose Ramirez’s costly error with 2 outs in the bottom of the 4th lead to unearned 3 runs for the Rays. Those would be the only runs they scored in the game as the Rays went on to win 3-1. The guys talk about how JRam has been the catalyst for the Guards, but sometimes a tough bounce doesn't go your way. The guys are split on who will win Game 3, and are excited for what has been a VERY competitive series thus far. The guys then answer fan mailbag questions about anything from around the game of baseball. Rizzo talks more about completing the Chicago Marathon, and how he had to dig deep in order to finish. The guys discuss the difficulties playing in the wind at Wrigley Field, as well as how Rizzo was able to have so much fun and play so freely, even in the highest pressure moments in his career.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

David Ross and Anthony Rizzo are BACK with Episode 20 of Ross & Rizzo Unfiltered, where the guys break down Game 1 of the NLCS between the Los Angeles Dodgers and the Milwaukee Brewers. The pitching duel of Jacob Misiorowski and Tarik Skubal lived up to the hype as there were only three runs scored in the game, and the Brewers took Game 1 at home by a score of 2-1. The guys debate whether the Dodgers are in trouble as the Game 1 winner has won the series 67% of the time. Rizzo recaps the Chicago Marathon as he ran it this weekend, and the guys answer fan mailbag questions about the biggest things in baseball. The guys talk about Japanese players adjusting to the MLB, tipping pitches, and developing pitchers in today’s game.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

David Ross and Anthony Rizzo are BACK with Episode 18 of Ross & Rizzo Unfiltered, where the guys react to the New York Yankees getting SWEPT in the ALDS by division rival Tampa Bay Rays. Rizzo GOES OFF on the Yankees for doing the same thing year after year, and not being able to get it done. He’s tired of the excuses from the front office, and says that the definition of insanity is doing the same thing over and over again and expecting something different. The guys then react to the Los Angeles Dodgers hitting their stride as they knocked out the Atlanta Braves yesterday to advance to the NLCS. The Milwaukee Brewers also advanced to the NLCS after they eliminated the San Diego Padres last night. An NLCS between the Dodgers and Brewers is going to be EPIC. The Cleveland Guardians beat the Chicago White Sox to stay alive in the ALDS, and will have to win again tonight in order to set up a Game 5 back in Cleveland. Finally, the guys answer fan mailbag questions about the hottest topics in baseball. The guys answer questions about the wild card coverage which featured announcers from both teams, whether they’re rooting for a Brewers vs. Rays World Series, and Rossy tells stories about what he’d say to pitchers when going out for a mound visit as a catcher.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

David Ross and Anthony Rizzo are BACK with Episode 16 of Ross & Rizzo Unfiltered where the guys REACT to the Tampa Bay Rays beating the New York Yankees to take a 2-0 lead in the ALDS. The guys discuss the SLOPPY defense as the Yanks made 4 errors, and more mental mistakes, as well as their lack of hitting this series. The Yankees have 5 hits in the first two games, and the guys debate whether it’s too late for the Yankees to turn it on and make a comeback. The guys react to the Chicago White Sox taking a 2-0 lead on the Cleveland Guardians as manager Will Venable continues to press all the right buttons as his double-opener strategy ended with starter Sean Burke taking the ball in the 3rd, and shutting down the Guardians lineup before handing the ball off to closer Grant Taylor. The guys talk about how INSANE the atmosphere will be back in Chicago as they will get their first home game of the 2026 playoffs. Finally, the guys answer fan mailbag questions about all things baseball, from how the Yankees continue to lose in the same ways, to the implementation to Pitch Com, to the offensive production of Dansby Swanson and Michael Busch for the Chicago Cubs.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

David Ross and Anthony Rizzo are BACK with Episode 14 of Ross & Rizzo Unfiltered where the guys react to Game 1 of the NLDS and ALDS in the MLB Playoffs. Drew Rasmussen held the New York Yankees hitless through 7.2 Innings in the Tampa Bay Rays 1-0 win over the Yanks, who are WITHOUT Aaron Judge who did not make the ALDS roster due to his calf strain. The guys then react to the Los Angeles Dodgers taking care of the Atlanta Braves 5-3 behind Tarik Skubal’s first playoff start for the Dodgers. The Braves were forced into a bullpen game after having to use all of their pitchers in their 3-game wild card series win over the Philadelphia Phillies. The Chicago White Sox opened with a bullpen game against the Cleveland Guardians, and it could not have gone more perfect as they shut out their division rivals 3-0. Finally, the guys react to the San Diego Padres vs. Milwaukee Brewers game where Jacob Misiorowski only made it through 4 innings. William Contreras hit a game-winning solo home run in the bottom of the 7th for the Brewers to beat the Padres 3-2. Last, the guys answer fan mailbag questions about Aaron Judge, the Chicago Cubs pitching, and being a part of Domingo German’s Perfect Game.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

David Ross and Anthony Rizzo are BACK with Episode 12 of Ross & Rizzo Unfiltered where the guys REACT to day 2 of the MLB Wild Card round. Bryce Harper and Kyle Schwarber’s back-to-back Home Runs propelled the Philadelphia Phillies past the Atlanta Braves and forced a decisive Game 3. The Phillies were the ONLY team to extend their series on Wednesday, as every other series ended in a sweep. The Chicago White Sox swept the Houston Astros for their FIRST playoff win since the 2005 World Series (also over the Houston Astros, then of the NL.) The New York Yankees smoked the Boston Red Sox as they outscored the Sox 18-2 over the two games, and set up a date with another division rival in the Tampa Bay Rays. Finally, the San Diego Padres swept the Chicago Cubs behind a complimentary performance of elite pitching, and timely hitting. The Padres will face off against the Milwaukee Brewers in the NLDS.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

David Ross and Anthony Rizzo are BACK with Episode 10 of Ross & Rizzo Unfiltered, where the guys break down the MLB Playoffs as the Wild Card round starts on Tuesday. The guys discuss the Philadelphia Phillies vs. Atlanta Braves, Chicago Cubs vs. San Diego Padres, Boston Red Sox vs. New York Yankees, and Chicago White Sox vs. Houston Astros Wild Card series, as well as make their World Series predictions. They also react to Justin Verlander and Max Scherzer making their last starts of their careers, and talk about how they have been two of the GREATEST pitchers of all time.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

David Ross and Anthony Rizzo are BACK with Episode 8 of Ross & Rizzo Unfiltered, where the guys talk about the BIGGEST storylines from around MLB, as well as the playoff races in the AL West, AL Central, and NL Wild Card. They talk about Chicago Cubs STAR Alex Bregman taking a foul ball off the face, suffering facial fractures, and sidelining him for the foreseeable future. Bregman’s goal is to return at some point in the playoffs, but there is no time frame. The guys then dive into the AL Central race between the Chicago White Sox and Cleveland Guardians, as well as the AL West race between the Houston Astros and Texas Rangers. Finally, they answer fan mailbag questions about Pete Crow-Armstrong’s MVP season, as well as David Ross’ chance to be a coach for Team USA in the WBC.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

David Ross and Anthony Rizzo are BACK for Episode 6 of Ross & Rizzo Unfiltered where the guys talk about how the New York Yankees are in a PERFECT spot to make a World Series run after getting Aaron Judge back, and having the BEST pitcher in the AL in Cam Schlittler. After clinching a playoff berth last night, the Yankees are starting to fire on all cylinders at the perfect time. The guys talk about Ronald Acuna Jr. playing the VILLAIN role in the Atlanta Braves vs. Philadelphia Phillies HEATED rivalry as the former MVP has DOMINATED the Phillies this season, especially over the last two weeks as the Phillies try to close the gap in the NL East. Pete Crow-Armstrong tied Billy Williams for most home runs by a lefty in Cubs history after hitting his 42nd last night. PCA now needs only 3 stolen bases to join the 40/40 club. Pete Alonso returned to face his former team in the New York Mets where he was greeted with a standing ovation after 7 years with the Mets, and became the franchise leader in home runs. The guys talk about the MASSIVE series between the Chicago White Sox and Cleveland Guardians as this 3-game set could decide who wins the AL Central, and Rizzo talks about the Roberto Clemente Award finalists and about how meaningful this award is in the game of baseball. Finally, the guys answer fan mailbag questions about the Chicago Cubs struggling bullpen, catching a no hitter, and Rizzo’s infamous 14-pitch at bat that ended in a home run.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.