In this episode, Ryan and the guys discuss a various of MLB topics. The new city connect uniforms were released including a new look in Baltimore. Andy Kostka, Orioles beat writer for the Baltimore Banner, joins to discuss his insights into the first two weeks of the MLB season. Batting average is down, and strikeouts are up to start the season. Ryan recalls a hitting conversation with an Orioles and MLB Legend about simplifying your approach at the plate. Also, the guys discuss if there should be concern around the slow start to the season for Kyle Bradish. Meanwhile, there is another pitcher who teams wish they had traded for when they had the chance. Oh, and did someone say pimiento cheese?

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Hitting Approach And Fundamentals | Andy Kostka Joins | This Pitcher Is BACK | S2EP167

APR 10, 2026113 MIN
Ryan Ripken Show

Hitting Approach And Fundamentals | Andy Kostka Joins | This Pitcher Is BACK | S2EP167

APR 10, 2026113 MIN

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00:00 Intro 15:00 Andy Kostka Interview 33:27 MLB Legend Hitting Advice 53:30 A Tale of 2 Pitchers 1:23:00 Shohei Ohtani Extra Rest? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.