Why This MLB Season Feels Different

Hit It With Your What?! The Wildest Fan Stories in Sports

Chavy, Chris and Adam talk about fans, heckling, and where sports culture crosses the line. Chavy shares what it was like dealing with fans during his MLB career, the difference between criticism and personal attacks, and why home crowds can hurt more than road crowds. Adam tells a wild story involving Colin Montgomerie at a golf tournament, and the guys swap stories about Albert Belle, Jose Guillen, media criticism, and clubhouse dynamics. Plus a quick hot corner covering favorite holidays, famous dinners, and Chavy’s one career ejection.

In A New York Minute

Eric Chavez pulls no punches in this epsiode of The EC3 Podcast. From the Red Sox firing their coaching staff to the growing divide between analytics departments and MLB clubhouses, Chavy gives a rare inside look at what’s really happening behind the scenes in Major League Baseball. The guys break down: *  Why some MLB organizations are failing  *  The importance of clubhouse culture  *  The Giants’ managerial struggles  *  Brian Cashman, Dave Dombrowski & building winning organizations  *  Trade deadline expectations  *  Team chemistry vs analytics  *  Eric Chavez’s fear of flying stories 😳  *  Mother’s Day pink bats  *  Draft day memories and blowing signing bonuses 💰  Hosted by Eric Chavez, Chris & Adam.

The ABS Is Here...And It's Exposing Everybody.

ABS is here… and it’s exposing everybody.  In this episode of EC3Pod, Eric Chavez, Adam Nelson, and Chris Hamblin break down the biggest conversations happening in baseball right now: * ABS & automated strike zones * Umpire accountability * CB Buckner getting exposed * Why MLB rule changes are actually working * Position players pitching * Massive contracts for teenage prospects * The pressure of playing professional baseball * LeBron James’ viral Memphis comments * Vegas becoming a sports powerhouse Eric Chavez gives incredible behind-the-scenes perspective on clubhouse culture, player pressure, contracts, and how the game has changed over the years. Don’t forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and follow the show for more baseball stories, MLB insight, and unfiltered conversations.

Why Baseball’s Numbers Problem Is Bigger Than You Think

Has analytics gone too far in baseball? Eric Chavez, Hamblin & Adam break down how data is reshaping MLB—from bullpen decisions and pitch limits to clubhouse culture and player development. Plus, behind-the-scenes stories from Moneyball Era and thoughts on ABS. A must-listen for baseball fans.

Why This MLB Season Feels Different

In this episode, Eric Chavez, Hamblin & Adam break down the 2026 MLB season—covering the Dodgers’ dominance, Opening Day realities, player mindset, division predictions, MVP picks, and hilarious clubhouse stories. A must-listen for any baseball fan.