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Is Ichiro a unanimous Hall of Famer? Paul Skenes lands NL Rookie honors, new team in Juan Soto sweepstakes Nov 20, 2024

One of the more highly debated subjects of the baseball offseason is when the Baseball Hall of Fame ballot gets released. This year, however, there will be no debate about if Ichiro Suzuki will be elected, but rather if he will become only the second player ever to be voted into Cooperstown unanimously, joining Mariano Rivera.

Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman talk about the case for Ichiro possibly collecting 100% of the votes and the reasons why there might be a handful of voters who don’t vote for him, despite his over 3,000 career hits and debuting in the majors at age 27. They also discuss the other potential first-ballot Hall of Famer in CC Sabathia, as well as take a look at the rest of the newest nominees to the ballot.

Also on this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, the guys discuss Paul Skenes running away with the NL Rookie of the Year award, Luis Gil winning the AL honors despite it being a much closer race than expected and why the Manager of the Year award is a little silly. Jake & Jordan then examine who might receive some MVP votes before talking about a new team added to the Juan Soto sweepstakes.

(1:57) - The Opener: 2025 Baseball Hall of Fame ballot
(13:01) - Interesting first-time nominees
(29:12) - Rookie of the Year results
(34:40) - Manager of the Year results
(43:27) - Cy Young Award preview
(45:41) - A look at the MVP nominees
(59:05) - Turbo Mode: A new Juan Soto suitor

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Juan Soto sweepstakes continue, who could be traded this offseason & Orioles change their outfield again Nov 18, 2024

The biggest fish on the free-agent market continues to be Juan Soto and teams are already doing their best to try to lure him in. That all starts with making a good first (or second) impression on the future Hall of Famer. With the New York Mets, Toronto Blue Jays and Boston Red Sox already reportedly making a good impression on Soto during their meetings, the New York Yankees will take their shot this week with the 26-year-old outfielder, hoping to bring him back to the Bronx next season.

Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman dive into the meetings with Soto and try to figure out how important these interactions are for the outfielder, whether they actually matter as long as a team shells out the most money for his services and why this process is so different from what we saw with Shohei Ohtani’s free agency last offseason.

Also on this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, the guys take a look at the trade market, which has already started to heat up with the Kansas City Royals and Cincinnati Reds eyeing a deal. They also discuss why Garrett Crochet will more than likely be the hottest trade target for teams looking for a front-line pitcher and whether we might see a fire sale of closers this winter. Jake & Jordan then close the show talking about the Baltimore Orioles saying goodbye to “Wall-timore” as Camden Yards changes its dimensions again, and this time for the better.

(1:27) - Juan Soto is getting around

(13:11) - A look at the deadline calendar

(26:09) - It’s trade season!

(36:26) - Closers potentially on the move

(39:58) - The end of “Wall-timore”

(47:30) - Jake almost ruins a wedding ceremony

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What to expect from the Cubs, Red Sox, Orioles, and more this offseason with Jeff Passan Nov 15, 2024

While there has been a lot of chatter this offseason about the New York Yankees, Los Angeles Dodgers, and New York Mets, there are also a few teams flying under the radar who might be due to make some noise prior to the 2025 season kicking off. It’s time to dive into the other teams that should be on baseball fans' radars this hot stove season.

Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman pick out which teams intrigue them the most following their 2024 campaigns, including the Chicago Cubs and their notable lack of star power, whether the St. Louis Cardinals are setting themselves up for a season of retooling, why it’s time for the Washington Nationals to make a big splash and if the Texas Rangers will bounce back following their uninspiring title defense.

Later on this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, the guys are joined by ESPN MLB Insider Jeff Passan as he dives into which teams interest him this offseason, like how serious the Boston Red Sox might be about pursuing free-agent Juan Soto, why the Baltimore Orioles might opt for short-term contract players and if the Detroit Tigers will bring in a top-line starting pitcher to join their rotation. The guys close out the episode by making their picks for The Good, The Bad & The Uggla.

(1:28) – The Opener: Who intrigues us this offseason?

(6:26) – Chicago Cubs

(11:00) – St. Louis Cardinals

(16:40) – Texas Rangers

(25:06) – Jeff Passan joins the show!

(28:09) – Who intrigues Jeff this offseason?

(34:34) – Orioles’ first offseason with new ownership

(38:47) – Red Sox poised to make moves?

(45:16) – Jeff’s usage of “BREAKING NEWS”

(56:56) – The Good, The Bad & The Uggla

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MLB awards finalists announced, Juan Soto sweepstakes heats up & are the Giants or Padres the bigger Dodgers rival? Nov 13, 2024

With the 2024 MLB season now in the rearview mirror, the last bit of baseball to take care of is naming the winners of the end-of-year awards. This week, the finalists were announced for MVP, Cy Young, Rookie of the Year and Manager of the Year and it’s time for us to break down who we think will be taking home some hardware.

Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman examine all the nominees, whether Aaron Judge will join Shohei Ohtani in being named unanimous MVP, why Zack Wheeler deserves to be the NL Cy Young over Chris Sale and who might steal some first-place votes from Paul Skenes in the NL Rookie of the Year voting.

Also on this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, the guys discuss the Juan Soto sweepstakes picking up, with him scheduled to meet potential suitors this week, before diving into the listener mailbag where they answer whether the San Francisco Giants or San Diego Padres are the bigger rival to the Los Angeles Dodgers, if Roki Sasaki can sign an extension immediately with whatever team he picks and then make their picks for fan-created awards.

(1:58) - MVP finalists

(8:29) - Cy Young finalists

(16:13) - Rookie of the Year finalists

(22:03) - Manager of the Year finalists

(24:39) - Juan Soto sweepstakes update

(32:55) - Baseball Bar-B-Cast mailbag

(52:48) - Explain this to me like I’m five

(56:02) - Turbo Mode news recap

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Roki Sasaki is coming to MLB: Everything to know about the star Japanese pitcher and where he might sign Nov 11, 2024

Where there’s smoke, there’s usually fire, and now the baseball world has been set ablaze after the news that Japanese superstar pitcher Roki Sasaki would be posted by the Chiba Lotte Marines. With that news, the 23-year-old flamethrower is poised to be one of the most sought-after free agents this offseason by every team.

Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman discuss the excitement around Sasaki, including why this is such a unique and different free-agency experience due to his age, the amount of money he’s potentially leaving on the table by coming to MLB so soon and why he compares to Pittsburgh Pirates star Paul Skenes and Texas Rangers veteran Jacob deGrom.

Later on this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, the guys welcome on NPB expert Yuri Karasawa to give his insight on Sasaki, which includes when the star pitcher first got on everyone’s radar, why the Marines are posting him so early into his career and which MLB teams already have a clear advantage to sign him. Jake & Jordan then go around the league, taking a look at the Miami Marlins' new managerial hire, the Philadelphia Phillies shaking up their front office and Reggie Jackson leaving the Houston Astros.

(1:43) - What changed with Roki Sasaki getting posted?
(17:29) - Yuri Karasawa joins the show
(22:17) - Why Sasaki is unique
(27:38) - A look at Sasaki’s 2024 season
(35:35) - Why are the Marines posting Sasaki?
(39:43) - Which MLB team has the advantage to sign him?
(46:48) - Around the League Turbo Mode
(52:38) - Phillies shake up their front office
(59:23) - One Dumb Question

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Juan Soto free agency sweepstakes, Scott Boras loves his puns and The Good, The Bad & The Uggla Nov 08, 2024

Juan Soto has been in the baseball limelight since making his Major League debut at the age of 19 in 2018. Once established as a baseball phenom with the Washington Nationals, many have counted down the days until his inevitable free agency. The time for fans hoping their team lands the big fish has finally arrived.

Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman discuss the kickoff of the Juan Soto sweepstakes at the General Managers' Meetings this past week, the possible no-brainer suitors (looking at you, New York Yankees and New York Mets), and some of the out-of-the-box teams (uh, Tampa Bay Rays?) who will do their best to court the 26-year-old outfielder.

Also on this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, the guys talk about Scott Boras’s annual pun-fest regarding the free agents he’s representing this offseason, the Los Angeles Angels making a few moves right out of the gate and why the Milwaukee Brewers seem destined for another heated arbitration session. Jake and Jordan close the show by making their picks for The Good, The Bad & The Uggla.

(2:31) - Juan Soto free agency has begun

(21:46) - Where will Soto sign?

(23:09) - Scott Boras offseason scoreboard

(34:33) - Notes from the GM meetings

(49:02) - Turbo Mode around the league

(55:05) - The Good

(59:23) - The Bad

(1:04:28) - The Uggla

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Shohei Ohtani gets surgery, Gerrit Cole stays with Yankees & a look at the top 50 MLB free agents Nov 06, 2024

Fresh off the heels of the Los Angeles Dodgers celebrating their eighth championship in franchise history, the team announced that Shohei Ohtani, the 50-50 man, underwent arthroscopic surgery to repair a torn labrum in his left shoulder on Tuesday. The injury, sustained during the World Series, was successfully treated and we should see Ohtani back just in time for the start of Spring Training.

Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman discuss the severity of Ohtani’s injury and how impressive it was that he played in the Fall Classic despite it. The guys also dive into the potential free agency of Japanese pitching sensation Roki Sasaki and if he’ll come to MLB. Later, they talk about Gerrit Cole deciding to not opt out of his contract with the New York Yankees that will see him remain in pinstripes until at least 2028.

Also on this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, Jake and Jordan take a look at the top 50 MLB free agents, making their picks for who might be the last player to sign, who they’re extremely high on, which player they’d be wary of signing and which players they wouldn’t know what to do with.

(1:31) - A word after Tuesday night

(5:30) - Shohei Ohtani undergoes surgery

(10:45) - Roki Sasaki’s move to MLB?

(16:23) - Gerrit Cole stays with the Yankees

(24:48) - Top 50 MLB free agents

(1:12:47) - Turbo mode from around the league

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Dodgers get their parade, drafting the best moments from 2024 and where LA goes in 2025 Nov 04, 2024

The Los Angeles Dodgers held a celebration for the ages last week following their World Series victory over the New York Yankees. Although they won the championship in the COVID-shortened 2020 season, their title this year allowed them to celebrate in the streets and at Dodger Stadium with all their fans.

Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman talk about all the scenes from the parade and stadium celebration, including Kiké Hernández dunking on Fat Joe, Jack Flaherty’s perfect t-shirt for the occasion and why Clayton Kershaw deserved to celebrate just as much as the rest of Dodgers Nation, even though his role in 2024 wasn’t as prominent as other players.

Also on this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, the guys discuss the narrative that the Dodgers bought this championship and why that’s a silly take. They draft the best moments from LA’s 2024 season and then take a look at what the offseason holds for them. Later on, Jake and Jordan talk about the 2024 Gold Glove Award winners, Gerrit Cole opting out of his Yankees contract and Jordan Montgomery’s awkward opt-in with the Arizona Diamondbacks.

(1:37) - Reviewing the Dodgers celebration

(15:37) - Did the Dodgers buy this title?

(21:25) - Drafting the best moments from LA’s season

(45:17) - Where do the Dodgers go from here?

(49:01) - 2024 Gold Glove Award winners

(52:47) - Cole opts out, Montgomery opts in

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Dodgers win World Series after Yankees fifth inning collapse, Freddie Freeman wins series MVP Oct 31, 2024

The Los Angeles Dodgers will finally get the celebratory parade they have coveted after not being able to have one following their 2020 World Series championship. Although the series seemed destined to head back to California after the New York Yankees took a 5-0 lead and ace Gerrit Cole was dealing into the fifth inning, a comedy of errors led to that lead disappearing right before their eyes in the pivotal Game 5.

Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman talk about the never-say-die Dodgers’ comeback in that fifth inning that will go down in the history books, how everything went wrong for the Bronx Bombers after two errors opened the door for the game to be tied and why it was all but inevitable for Los Angeles to win Game 5 once the Yankees relinquished the lead.

Also on this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, the guys talk about the impressive postseason from both Freddie Freeman and Mookie Betts, why it was a shame that Gerrit Cole and Aaron Judge were a big part of the the disastrous fifth and the coolness factor of seeing Shohei Ohtani getting to celebrate a championship.

(3:18) - Game 5 recap

(11:33) - Yankees fifth inning meltdown

(22:58) - Momentum switches for the Dodgers

(31:39) - Dodgers take the lead

(40:34) - Walker Buehler’s day on

(46:52) - Where does this leave Juan Soto?

(55:05) - Appreciation for Freddie Freeman & Shohei Ohtani

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Yankees stay alive in World Series, Dodgers aim to clinch championship in Game 5 Oct 30, 2024

For the first time in 15 years, the New York Yankees won a World Series game and it couldn’t have come at a more crucial time in their hopeful championship run. With the Los Angeles Dodgers one win away from clinching their eighth title in franchise history, the Yankees' offense finally came alive to help them force a Game 5 in the Bronx on Wednesday night.

Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman discuss the Yankees staving off elimination in Game 4 with the help of a grand slam from Anthony Volpe, New York’s bullpen yet again having a great night, why Aaron Judge might be turning a corner at the plate and Paul O’Neill’s rough night throwing out first pitches.

Also on this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, the guys talk about the bizarre fan interference with Mookie Betts in the first inning, how the Dodgers will try to close out the series again tomorrow night and preview Gerrit Cole vs. Jack Flaherty for Game 5.

(1:52) - Paul O’Neill’s first pitches

(5:23) - Game 4 recap

(13:08) - Anthony Volpe’s full circle moment

(18:07) - The Yankees' offense comes alive

(26:38) - Game 5 preview

(33:00) - Notes on Shohei Ohtani and Aaron Judge

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Dodgers on verge of World Series title, Yankees bats come out flat in the Bronx in Game 3 Oct 29, 2024

When the Los Angeles Dodgers rolled into the Bronx on Monday night, they knew they would be in for a fight in order to take one step closer to achieving their ultimate goal. However, as quickly as the fight started, the Dodgers were able to land a big punch that seemed to knock the wind out of the New York Yankees and their fans.

The Bronx Bombers were ultimately unable to recover.

Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman talk about the Dodgers taking Game 3 in New York behind Walker Buehler’s strong outing, give an update on Shohei Ohtani following his injury in Game 2 and discuss Freddie Freeman hitting yet another home run as the Dodgers are now one win away from raising the Commissioner’s Trophy.

Also on this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, the guys talk about how this World Series has been a bit of a letdown with how the Yankees have played, the large differences in the two rosters that we may not have realized before the series started and preview the pitching matchup for Game 4, which will see Luis Gil going against a bullpen game for the Dodgers.

(1:40) - Shohei Ohtani possibly playing through the pain

(4:48) - Recapping the action from Game 3

(14:31) - Giancarlo Stanton thrown out at home

(21:56) - Appreciation for Walker Buehler

(25:31) - Previewing Game 4

(30:08) - Has this series been disappointing?

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Dodgers take 2-0 lead over Yankees in World Series, Shohei Ohtani’s injury & Aaron Judge’s lack of offense Oct 27, 2024

Coming into the 2024 edition of the World Series, we knew there was a chance we’d be treated to some exciting baseball, but nothing could’ve prepared us for what we’ve seen so far. With Game 1 ending in grand fashion and Game 2 concluding with a nail-biting ninth, the Fall Classic is living up to the hype.

Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman discuss the Los Angeles Dodgers going up 2-0 in the series against the New York Yankees, highlighting the heroics from Freddie Freeman and the strong performance from LA’s starting pitching. The guys also talk about Shohei Ohtani injuring his shoulder on a slide into second base and whether we’ll see him when the series resumes on Monday.

Also on this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, Jake and Jordan try to make sense of why Aaron Judge is continuing to struggle at the plate during the postseason and give a quick Game 3 preview as the attention of the baseball world shifts from the West Coast to the Bronx.

(1:42) - Recapping Game 2

(13:54) - Shohei Ohtani injury

(23:57) - Friday's epic Game 1

(30:50) - Freddie Freeman in the 10th

(41:12) - What’s going on with Aaron Judge?

(46:23) - Previewing Game 3

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2024 World Series media day takeaways & Yankees vs. Dodgers Game 1 predictions Oct 25, 2024

Recording from right inside Dodger stadium, Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman share their biggest takeaways from the 2024 World Series media day. From Giancarlo Stanton’s opportunity to rewrite his career narrative, the impact of Aaron Judge’s calming demeanor on the New York Yankees, to even the character the stadium parking lot might play in the series — the Baseball Bar-B-Cast covers all the biggest storylines.

Jake & Jordan answer fan emails including whether or not the Los Angeles Dodgers are entering a dynasty and what might happen if Shohei Ohtani were to play in left field. Plus, the duo gives their Game 1 predictions.

(2:31) Media day takeaways

(12:22) Giancarlo Stanton expectations

(15:49) Aaron Judge impact

(19:37) Boone vs. Roberts matchup

(25:09) Who should neutral fans root for?

(30:19) Beginning of Dodgers dynasty?

(31:58) What if Ohtani played in left field?

(36:08) Are high-paying teams & players a good thing?

(42:08) Pitching matchup preview

(47:56) Game 1 predictions

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Yankees-Dodgers 2024 World Series Preview: Judge vs. Ohtani, winner predictions & RIP Fernando Valenzuela Oct 23, 2024

The 2024 World Series starts on Friday and the Baseball Bar-B-Cast crew is here to provide the most comprehensive preview possible for what might be the most star-studded Fall Classic ever.
Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman discuss all the narratives surrounding this series, including the New York Yankees and Los Angeles Dodgers meeting in the championship for the first time since 1981, Shohei Ohtani going head-to-head with Aaron Judge and whether the lack of World Series experience will matter for either team.

Also on this episode, Jake and Jordan highlight some key players that fans should keep an eye on, break down the position-by-position battles between each team and make their final predictions for who will walk away as champions when the dust finally settles.

(0:00) - Remembering Fernando Valenzuela

(4:44) - LAD vs. NYY: The narrative machine

(25:14) - Who are the main characters?

(45:14) - Position-by-position breakdown

(1:15:18) - Interesting matchups to keep an eye on

(1:19:04) - World Series predictions

(1:24:15) - A note about Brent Honeywell

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Yankees, Dodgers advance to World Series, ALCS/NLCS series recap, Yoenis Céspedes sighting Oct 21, 2024

The World Series stage has officially been set after the New York Yankees and the Los Angeles Dodgers punched their tickets to the Fall Classic over the weekend. With superstars including Aaron Judge, Shohei Ohtani, Juan Soto and Mookie Betts — this might be one of the most exciting finishes to a baseball season we’ve ever seen.

Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman recap all the action from the ALCS and NLCS including the epic at-bat from Juan Soto that ended with series clinching three-run home run in the 10th inning and Tommy Edman being named NLCS MVP despite being on a team full of All-Stars. Also, they give an early preview of what the World Series has in store for both teams.

Also on this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, the guys say goodbye to the New York Mets and the Cleveland Guardians after two extremely successful seasons that fell just short of the pennant. Jake then discusses running into Yoenis Céspedes at Citi Field prior to Game 5 and why there is a bright future to the Céspedes family BBQ.

(1:54) - Dodgers-Mets Game 6 recap

(18:57) - Yankees-Guardians Game 5 recap

(36:30) - Early World Series preview

(42:07) - Saying goodbye to the Mets

(47:05) - Guardians season recap

(50:21) - A Yoenis Céspedes sighting

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Guardians win epic Game 3 against Yankees, Dodgers take commanding lead in NLCS Oct 18, 2024

When the ALCS shifted to Cleveland, nobody could’ve expected that we would get an all-time postseason classic in Game 3 between the New York Yankees and Cleveland Guardians. After a game-tying home run from Aaron Judge and a go-ahead homer from Giancarlo Stanton, it seemed inevitable that the Bronx Bombers would go up 3-0 in the series.

The Guardians, however, had other plans.

Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman discuss the epic come-from-behind win by the Guardians that saw Jhonkensy Noel hit a game-tying home run off of Luke Weaver with two outs in the bottom of the ninth inning, only for David Fry to homer and win the game, sending the ballpark into a state of hysteria in the tenth.

Also on this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, the guys talk about yet another blowout by the Los Angeles Dodgers in the NLCS, this time in Game 4 against the New York Mets. With the win, the Dodgers are now only one game away from the World Series. Jake and Jordan wonder if the Mets have finally run out of gas in this magical run or if they can complete another ultimate chapter in their unlikely successful season.

(1:44) - Epic ALCS Game 3
(24:49) - Recapping the 9th inning comeback
(33:29) - NLCS Game 4 recap
(37:58) - Are the Mets out of gas?
(42:37) - Ranking the best moments from ALCS Game 3

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Dodgers blank Mets AGAIN in NLCS, Yankees lead ALCS despite only okay play Oct 17, 2024

The Los Angeles Dodgers entered a rowdy Citi Field on Wednesday night hoping to put their Game 2 disaster behind them. Going up against Luis Severino and the New York Mets, the Dodgers were able to change the narrative of the series once again, this time blanking the Mets for the second time in this NLCS.

Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman discuss Walker Buehler's impressive four innings following his rough NLDS start, Kiké Hernández showing up in October yet again and the majestic home run from Shohei Ohtani that helped slam the door on the Mets and give the Dodgers a 2-0 series lead. They also provide a preview of what to expect in Game 4 on Thursday night.

Additionally, on this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, Jake and Jordan discuss the Game 2 victory by the New York Yankees, which has them up 2-0 in the ALCS against the Cleveland Guardians. With the Bronx Bombers not playing their best ball at the moment, can the Guardians play more like they did during the regular season to get back into this series?

The guys close the show by going around the league to talk about the Philadelphia Phillies extending Rob Thomson's contract, the Chicago White Sox and Minnesota Twins possibly being up for sale and what the Tampa Bay Rays might do if Tropicana Field isn’t ready for the 2025 season following damage from Hurricane Milton.

(1:14) - NLCS Game 3 Recap
(16:44) - NLCS Game 4 Preview
(18:52) - ALCS Game 2 Recap
(26:03) - ALCS Game 3 Preview
(30:49) - News from Around the League

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Mets even up NLCS with Dodgers, Rodón leads Yankees to ALCS series lead, Swift & Kelce attend Game 1 Oct 15, 2024

After opening up the NLCS in blowout fashion, the Los Angeles Dodgers were put on the ropes early in Game 2 following a Mark Vientos grand slam that helped give the New York Mets a lead they would never relinquish. Now, with the series evened up at a game apiece, the focus shifts to Citi Field in Queens.

Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman recap all the action from Game 2 including why the Dodgers’ lack of pitching depth finally came back to bite them, the lack of production from the top of the lineup being a big problem and preview the Game 3 pitching matchup.

Also on this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, the guys take a look at Game 1 of the ALCS that saw Carlos Rodón have arguably his best start as a member of the New York Yankees, leading the Bronx Bombers to a 5-2 win over the Cleveland Guardians. They also discuss how impressive it is to see Giancarlo Stanton being locked in at the plate, why Jose Ramirez could be a problem in Game 2 and Taylor Swift being in attendance with Travis Kelce at Yankee Stadium.

(1:26) - NLCS Game 2 recap

(12:32) - Mark Vientos continues to rake

(17:49) - ALCS Game 1 recap

(30:24) - Rodón’s pitching performance

(34:42) - Taylor Swift & Travis Kelce attend Game 1

(42:20) - Clayton Kershaw’s plans for 2025

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Dodgers blank Mets in NLCS opener, Yankees-Guardians ALCS preview, farewell to Tigers & Padres Oct 14, 2024

The 2024 NLCS kicked off on Sunday night in rousing fashion, with the Los Angeles Dodgers flexing their offensive and pitching strength in a 9-0 victory over the New York Mets. With trade deadline acquisition Jack Flaherty spinning a masterful 7 innings of no-run ball, the Dodgers already find themselves up 1-0 in the best-of-seven series.

Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman recap all the action from Game 1, followed by a brief preview of the series, including whether the Mets have an advantage over the Dodgers regarding their pitching rotation and why Shohei Ohtani might cause havoc for New York’s later-inning relievers.

Also on this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, the guys preview the ALCS between recent postseason foes the New York Yankees and the Cleveland Guardians. They discuss the one edge the Guardians have over the Yankees, the impressive nature of Cleveland’s success despite their payroll, and Gerrit Cole’s need to keep José Ramírez in check.

Jake and Jordan then close the episode by recapping the exits of the Detroit Tigers and San Diego Padres, as well as how each team might try to approach the offseason to improve their odds in 2025.

(2:14) - NLCS Game 1 recap

(7:00) - Dodgers-Mets series preview

(24:59) - Yankees-Guardians series preview

(36:43) - Who has the edge in the ALCS?

(47:52) - Saying goodbye to the Tigers

(52:41) - Where do the Padres go from here?

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Yankees advance to ALCS, Skubal starts Game 5, Mets await winner of Dodgers-Padres Oct 11, 2024

After missing the postseason in 2023, the New York Yankees made it a mission to get back into October and make some noise. They completed their first task, defeating the Kansas City Royals in four games, and now wait to see who they will face in the ALCS starting next week.

Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman discuss the Game 4 clinching performance from ace Gerrit Cole, as well as the benches-clearing incident between Maikel Garcia, Anthony Volpe and Jazz Chisholm Jr. The guys then discuss where the Royals will go from here following their successful 2024 campaign.

Also on this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, Jake and Jordan talk about the exciting Game 4 between the Detroit Tigers and Cleveland Guardians that saw David Fry play hero and send the series back to Detroit for a do-or-die Game 5. While Tigers ace Tarik Skubal will be on the mound, the guys try to figure out what pitching game plan the Guardians will go with.

To close out the show, the guys examine the historic Game 5 pitching match-up between the Los Angeles Dodgers and the San Diego Padres, as they wonder how the New York Mets will kill time before the NLCS kicks-off on Sunday night.

(1:32) - Yankees advance to the ALCS

(10:50) - Benches clearing incident in Kansas City

(18:40) - Tigers-Guardians Game 5 preview

(37:15) - Dodgers-Padres Game 5 preview

(39:58) - What are the Mets doing now?

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Lindor slam sends Mets to NLCS, Yankees & Tigers on the brink of ALCS, Dodgers-Padres Game 5 Oct 10, 2024

On Wednesday night, the New York Mets pulled off yet another late game comeback when Francisco Lindor hit a grand slam in the 7th inning to put the Mets on top and send them to the NLCS for the first time since 2015. With the Mets advancing, they become the first team to book their ticket to the National League pennant finale.

Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman discuss the heroics of Lindor, as well as why the shortstop has elevated himself into one of the current greats in baseball with this recent stretch. The guys then take a look at the downfall of the Philadelphia Phillies, where they came up short in the series and if their window of contention is shutting on the current core of players.

Also on this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, Jake and Jordan talk about Detroit Tigers skipper AJ Hinch out-managing Stephen Vogt en route to their Game 3 victory over Cleveland, Giancarlo Stanton coming up big in the postseason once again to give the New York Yankees a 2-1 game advantage in their series over Kansas City and give a recap of where we sit with the Los Angeles Dodgers and San Diego Padres series heading to Game 5 on Friday night.

(1:23) - Mets advance to NLCS

(16:40) - Where do the Phillies go from here?

(23:51) - Tigers one win away from ALCS

(36:04) - Stanton powers Yankees to win, 2-1 lead over Royals

(46:24) - Dodgers-Padres recap so far

(56:00) - Quick hits outside of the postseason

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Royals & Tigers take Game 2, Aaron Judge’s postseason struggles, Dodgers beef with Manny Machado Oct 08, 2024

For the first time since the inception of the divisional series round, all four series have started with splits, as we see the ALDS change scenes from the Bronx to Kansas City and from Cleveland to Detroit, with each team having a game in hand.

Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman talk about the Kansas City Royals silencing the New York Yankees bats on Tuesday night, as well as the postgame comments from Jazz Chisholm Jr. about the Royals getting “lucky” in Game 2 and if it’s time to worry about Aaron Judge’s career in the postseason. The guys also get into the incredible game-winning home run from Kerry Carpenter that helped the Detroit Tigers even their series with the Cleveland Guardians.

Also on this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, Jake and Jordan discuss the incident involving Manny Machado throwing a ball by the Los Angeles Dodgers’ dugout, coming close to hitting manager Dave Roberts and why the teams’ comments were questionable. They then take a look at the New York Mets and Philadelphia Phillies picking up their series at Citi Field and if Alec Bohm will be able to find his groove before it’s too late.

(2:50) - Tigers take Game 2

(20:55) - Royals even up ALDS with Yankees

(25:05) - Aaron Judge’s postseason struggles

(30:09) - Jazz Chisholm’s “lucky” quote

(37:04) - Manny Machado-Dave Roberts incident

(44:32) - Phillies-Mets shifts to Queens

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Phillies even NLDS with Mets, things get chippy with Dodgers & Padres, ALDS Game 1 recaps Oct 07, 2024

The division series has kicked-off with a bang, as we’ve already seen some instant classics coming out of this round, especially between the New York Mets and the Philadelphia Phillies. After a late comeback in Game 1 of the NLDS, the make-it-happen Mets tried to pull off another late victory only for the Phillies to walk it off in the bottom of the 9th to even the series up.

Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman talk about the Mets with their impressive never-say-die attitude as the series shifts to Queens this week and why it was extremely important for the Phillies to win Game 2. They then talk about things getting chippy between the Los Angeles Dodgers and the San Diego Padres, as that series was also evened up this weekend at Dodger Stadium.

Also on this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, the guys take a quick look at the action so far in the ALDS, where the New York Yankees somehow survived a sloppy game against the Kansas City Royals and if the Detroit Tigers can bounce back following an offensive barrage from the Cleveland Guardians in Game 1.

(1:26) - Recapping Mets-Phillies in Philadelphia

(29:55) - Recapping Padres-Dodgers in Los Angeles

(48:22) - Yankees survive and take Game 1

(54:11) - Listener email about Detroit sports

(57:19) - Guardians out slug the Tigers

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Mets advance to division series in WILD Game 3, complete ALDS & NLDS previews Oct 04, 2024

On Thursday night, the entire baseball world tuned in to watch only the second Game 3 of the Wild Card series era and it was one that fans will never forget. The New York Mets staged one of the greatest postseason comebacks ever when Pete Alonso smashed a go-ahead three-run home run in the top of the 9th, which led to a series clinching victory over the Milwaukee Brewers.

Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman break down the thrilling series finale game before previewing what is set to be one of the more exciting divisional rounds in recent history. With the Philadelphia Phillies meeting the Mets for the first time ever in the postseason and Shohei Ohtani making his playoff debut with the Los Angeles Dodgers taking on the rival San Diego Padres, the National League will be bringing the heat.

Later, Jake and Jordan dive into the American League Division Series where the New York Yankees and Kansas City Royals are set to meet in the playoffs for the first time since the 1980 ALCS, in what could be a true David vs. Goliath showdown. The guys also discuss the Cleveland Guardians and Detroit Tigers making ALDS history, becoming the first two teams from the AL Central to ever square off against each other in the postseason.

(1:33) - NYM/MIL Game 3 recap

(23:16) - Phillies vs. Mets preview

(34:33) - Dodgers vs. Padres preview

(47:28) - Yankees vs. Royals preview

(56:19) - Guardians vs. Tigers preview

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Padres, Tigers, Royals advance to divisional round, Mets-Brewers to play do-or-die Game 3 Oct 03, 2024

The 2024 MLB Postseason has gotten off to its usual wild ways in the best-of-three Wild Card series that have already seen three teams advance to the divisional round. The San Diego Padres, Detroit Tigers and Kansas City Royals completed their mini-sweeps on Wednesday night, while one series is going to a do-or-die Game 3 on Thursday.

Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman break down all the action from the Wild Card round including Tarik Skubal’s extremely impressive first career postseason start, the Baltimore Orioles’ offense being a complete letdown and the Padres holding off a late Game 2 rally from the Atlanta Braves to punch their ticket to an NLDS matchup with the rival Los Angeles Dodgers.

Also on this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, the guys talk about the New York Mets and the Milwaukee Brewers series so far and set up their important Game 3 Thursday night.

(2:04) - Tigers-Astros recap

(21:01) - Royals-Orioles recap

(36:41) - Braves-Padres recap

(54:02) - Mets-Brewers so far

(1:03:43) - Mets-Brewers Game 3 preview

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Mets, Braves, Diamondbacks receive their postseason fate, National League Wild Card preview Oct 01, 2024

The New York Mets and Atlanta Braves played a doubleheader on Monday to determine who would get the final two Wild Card spots in the National League, while the Arizona Diamondbacks had to sit and hope for a sweep. Unfortunately after an epic game one and bland game two, the reigning NL champs were left without a seat in the playoff dance.

Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman discuss the crazy back-and-forth first game of the doubleheader that saw the Mets make multiple comebacks, including a 9th inning go-ahead home run by Francisco Lindor. The Braves, needing a win in the later game to get into the playoffs, did just that thanks to some clutch hitting and solidified their spot in the National League postseason picture.

Also on this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, the guys preview the NL Wild Card matchups, which will see the Milwaukee Brewers taking on the Mets just days after facing them this past weekend. Meanwhile the Braves will head out to the west coast to take on the San Diego Padres, who find themselves in a much more desirable position after the news that Atlanta will be without Cy Young favorite Chris Sale.

Jake and Jordan also talk about the San Francisco Giants promoting Buster Posey to President of Baseball Operations, Chaim Bloom’s new position with the St. Louis Cardinals after 2025 and the passing of Pete Rose.

(1:00) - Mets-Braves doubleheader recap

(23:33) - New Presidents of Baseball Ops in SF and STL

(27:41) - Pete Rose passes away

(33:27) - Brewers-Mets NL Wild Card preview

(50:01) - Padres-Braves NL Wild Card preview

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Mets-Braves to play for postseason spots, American League Wild Card series preview Sep 30, 2024

Going into the final weekend of the regular MLB season, the NL Wild Card picture was the last piece of the postseason puzzle to be put into place. However, due to the New York Mets and Atlanta Braves’ rainouts last week, it will take a doubleheader on Monday to determine who will be playing October baseball.

Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman discuss the eventful two games that will award two postseason spots and what scenario the Arizona Diamondbacks need in order to get their ticket punched to the dance as they sit and wait on Monday. The guys talk about the interesting starting pitching strategies that both the Mets and Braves will deploy in game one and why we’ll more than likely be robbed of champagne shower celebrations due to the nature of scheduling.

Also on this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, Jake and Jordan preview the American League Wild Card series that will see the Detroit Tigers taking on the Houston Astros and the Kansas City Royals going up against the Baltimore Orioles. In addition to making their picks for who will move onto the ALDS, the guys speak about the narratives heading into each matchup and which teams have advantages over their opponent via roster comparison.

(1:44) - Monday’s doubleheader madness

(19:49) - Turbo-mode recap of game 162

(22:31) - Astros-Tigers preview

(28:15) - Tigers pitching vs. Astros offense

(47:16) - Orioles-Royals preview

(50:15) - Who has the advantage in the series?

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A’s last game in Oakland, current postseason situation, Dodgers & Yankees clinch their divisions Sep 27, 2024

On Thursday, the baseball world said goodbye to the Oakland A’s playing baseball at the Oakland Coliseum. While it was an extremely bittersweet day that ended with the Athletics securing a 3-2 win over the Texas Rangers, fans of the yellow and green are now left without a baseball team to support and another team leaving Oakland.

Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman recap all the events from the day that saw Barry Zito singing the National Anthem and manager Mark Kotsay giving a postgame speech to all those in attendance. They then discuss what’s next for the A’s and all the uncertainty still surrounding the franchise and their move to Sacramento.

Also on this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, the guys talk about where things currently stand with the postseason picture, as well as the New York Yankees and Los Angeles Dodgers clinching their respective divisions, how the NL Wild Card could come down to the New York Mets and Atlanta Braves playing a doubleheader on Monday and we say goodbye to the Minnesota Twins chances at making the fall dance.

Jake and Jordan wrap up the episode with their picks for The Good, The Bad and The Uggla including the return of the Backyard Baseball video game, Ron Washington’s quotes about players in the Los Angeles Angels organization and someone proposing at the Chicago White Sox game.

(1:37) - A’s say goodbye to Oakland

(16:24) - Current NL postseason picture

(29:29) - Twins won’t be making the playoffs

(39:13) - Dodgers and Yankees clinch

(45:41) - The Good

(48:52) - The Bad

(54:00) - The Uggla

(1:00:26) - Fantasy baseball league update

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Padres triple play clincher, Tigers clawing at the Wild Card, Dbacks opening the door for Mets & Braves Sep 25, 2024

There’s always a reason to celebrate a postseason berth, but how the San Diego Padres did it on Tuesday night might have been one of the sweetest ways they could’ve ever imagined. While playing their archrival, the Los Angeles Dodgers, at Dodgers Stadium, the Padres turned the first-ever game-ending, postseason-spot-clinching triple play to seal their spot to play October baseball this year.

Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman talk about the extremely impressive and rare triple play that Gold Glover Manny Machado kicked off, the sloppiness from the Dodgers last night that we’ve grown accustomed to seeing in the postseason and if LA fans should be concerned that the boys in blue won’t be able to lock up the division.

Also on this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, the guys talk about the Atlanta Braves taking the first game of the mega-series with the New York Mets and if weather will affect the rest of the series, the Arizona Diamondbacks' rough stretch possibly leading to them not making the postseason and the Detroit Tigers appear to have all but taken hold of an AL Wild Card spot.

Jake and Jordan close the show by discussing the Tigers calling up top prospect Jackson Jobe, long-time Colorado Rockies outfielder Charlie Blackmon announcing his retirement from baseball and the letter from Oakland A’s owner John Fisher to the fans about why the decision was made to move the team.

(1:50) - Padres triple play clincher

(16:31) - Dodgers sloppy play on Tuesday

(18:31) - NL Wild Card update

(23:26) - AL Wild Card update

(36:19) - Tigers promote Jackson Jobe

(39:36) - Charlie Blackmon announces retirement

(45:52) - John Fisher’s letter to A’s fans

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Mets & Braves headed for a collision course, AL Wild Card is bonkers & Reds fire David Bell Sep 23, 2024

The final week of the 2024 regular season is upon us and while a few teams have booked their tickets to the postseason, there are still a couple spots up for grabs. With a few highly entertaining matchups coming up this week, the baseball world is surely in for an exciting end to the season.

Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman recap all the action from this past weekend including the New York Mets taking three of four from the Philadelphia Phillies right before New York heads into a big-time series with the Atlanta Braves that will more than likely determine an NL Wild Card spot. They also talk about the New York Yankees sweeping the Oakland Athletics and why the Yankees' series with the Baltimore Orioles this week has lost a little steam.

Also on this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, the guys discuss how the AL Central has become the division to watch when it comes to the final two Wild Card spots in the American League. They then talk about the Washington Nationals demoting All-Star CJ Abrams following a reported late night at a casino and the Cincinnati Reds firing manager David Bell.

(2:51) - Mets take 3 of 4 from the Phillies

(13:51) - Braves-Mets mega-series this week

(19:32) - NL Wild Card update

(27:48) - Yankees sweep the A’s

(32:31) - AL Wild Card update

(43:23) - CJ Abrams demoted

(48:33) - Reds fire David Bell

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Shohei Ohtani reaches 50-50… and then some, plus the most compelling series coming up Sep 20, 2024

Shohei Ohtani not only established the 50-50 club on Thursday night, he also turned in what most are calling the best single-game offensive performance in the history of baseball.

On this episode of the Baseball-Bar-B-Cast, Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman break down the Ohtani’s monster game for the Dodgers, then they dig into what the other playoff contenders are up to and what the remainder of their seasons will look like.

Plus, the guys look at the teams that faltered this year and try to figure out what went wrong, what went well and how things look for the future. The guys also make their picks for The Good, The Bad and The Uggla for the week.

(2:14) Ohtani’s incredible statline

(17:45) Skip Schumaker’s decision to not walk Ohtani

(22:40) Weekend series with playoff implications

(35:24) Non-playoff teams: what went right, what went wrong

(58:23) The Good, The Bad, The Uggla

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Latest on AL & NL postseason races, drafting the best playoff rotations & an eventful night in Seattle Sep 18, 2024

With less than two weeks until the start of the 2024 MLB Postseason, things are finally starting to fall more in place. However, that doesn’t mean that everything is set in stone just yet. The NL and AL wild card teams are taking a turn for the more exciting and we here on the Baseball Bar-B-Cast are ready to break it all down for you.

Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman discuss the latest news regarding what the postseason picture might look like, including the how surging New York Mets are now tied with the Arizona Diamondbacks for second in the NL Wild Card picture, the Atlanta Braves taking a brutal loss against the Cincinnati Reds and the Detroit Tigers making a strong play to get into the dance come October.

Also on this episode, Jake and Jordan draft all the possible playoff teams' rotations from most impressive to least, and they try to figure out which pitchers will be in or out of their respective rotation. The guys then talk about Juan Soto hitting his 200th career home run, as well as homering in his 30th MLB park, Victor Robles’s extremely questionable call to try and steal home and Jose Altuve getting ejected after taking off his shoe and sock.

(1:55) - A look at the NL playoff picture

(15:24) - AL playoff picture shaping up

(27:37) - Drafting the best postseason rotations

(45:20) - Yankees-Mariners notes

(49:14) - Shohei Ohtani hits his 48th homer

(50:45) - Jose Altuve ejected in San Diego

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Gerrit Cole’s intentional walk, Dodgers desperate for starting pitching, handicapping postseason races Sep 16, 2024

Over the weekend, the New York Yankees took care of business against the longtime rival Boston Red Sox. Their solid weekend has given the Bronx Bombers a firmer grasp on the AL East title crown. However, it wasn’t Aaron Judge’s go-ahead grand slam that had everyone around the league talking, it was Gerrit Cole issuing a bases-empty intentional walk to Rafael Devers.

Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman talk about the controversial move that saw the reigning Cy Young Award winner in the AL seemingly admitting that he could not beat Devers at the plate and why there seemed to be some miscommunication about the call to walk him. They also talk about the Yankees moving Marcus Stroman to the bullpen and what their postseason rotation could look like.

Also on this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, the guys talk about the Los Angeles Dodgers having big problems with their starting rotation and why it’s not a major concern, the Chicago White Sox having a successful weekend, which may help them avoid history and Jake and Jordan handicap the postseason races that everyone needs to have their eyes on down the stretch.

(2:20) - Yankees take 3 of 4, Cole issues IBB

(25:03) - Dodgers starting pitching problems

(33:28) - A look at the NL postseason picture

(40:32) - A look at the AL postseason picture

(47:15) - Sorry For Your Mentions: Baltimore Orioles

(50:26) - White Sox possibly avoiding history

(53:56) - First Time For Everything: Heliot Ramos

(57:19) - Turbo Mode Weekend Recap

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Kumar Rocker debuts, Aaron Judge losing ground in the MVP race, Mets-Braves postseason update Sep 13, 2024

The Texas Rangers defense of their World Series title from last season hasn’t gone as expected in 2024. However, there is reason for optimism in 2025, especially after getting a glimpse of their potential future ace making his MLB debut on Thursday night.

Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman break down the performance from Kumar Rocker and his nasty slider that was on display en route to the Rangers win in Seattle. The guys also talk about why Rocker could be the future anchor of this rotation and get hyped about Jacob deGrom making his 2024 season debut on Friday night.

Also on this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, the guys talk about if Aaron Judge is losing ground in the AL MVP race due to his recent slump, the New York Mets and Atlanta Braves having to play some big series that could determine their postseason fates and make their picks for this week's edition of The Good, The Bad and The Uggla.

(1:22) - Jake’s wedding recap

(3:16) - Quick bits from around the league

(5:15) - Aaron Judge is slumping

(15:26) - Mets are looking good for the playoffs

(19:13) - Kumar Rocker debuts

(28:30) - The future of the Rangers' rotation

(36:50) - The Good

(41:34) - The Bad

(50:39) - The Uggla

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Brewers stand-out in the NL Central, Cubs' disappointing season so far & Twins sliding in postseason picture Sep 11, 2024

The Milwaukee Brewers came into the 2024 season with some big question marks about how this team would perform, especially considering it’s the first year under new manager Pat Murphy after longtime manager, Craig Counsell, left for the Chicago Cubs. However, the Brew-crew have responded to the critiques in a big way and their record shows it.

Jordan Shusterman is joined by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Brewers beat reporter Curt Hogg to discuss all things Brewers, including an impressive season from rookie Jackson Chourio, what their postseason rotation could look like and a look at some of the prospects in the minors that fans should be keeping an eye on for the future.

Also on this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, Jordan and Curt talk about why this has been a disappointing season from the Cubs, why the Minnesota Twins have reverted back to their rally sausage to hopefully stop their recent skid and whether the Boston Red Sox or Seattle Mariners still have a shot of making the postseason.

(3:13) - All things Brewers

(20:04) - Jackson Chourio’s impact

(24:03) - Pat Murphy’s first season as manager

(28:04) - A look a Milwaukee’s prospects

(35:27) - NL Central roundup

(43:12) - AL Central roundup

(50:34) - Postseason big picture

(51:51) - Around the league quick hits

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Mets are the hottest team in baseball, Matt Chapman extension and Emmanuel Clase is elite Sep 06, 2024

The New York Mets are officially the hottest team in baseball. Since May 30th, they’ve gone 54-31, which is the best in baseball in that time, and they are now tied with the Atlanta Braves for the third and final National League wild card spot.

Jake Mintz & Jordan Shusterman talk about the unpredictable season from the Amazins under first time manager Carlos Mendoza and how he’s been able to keep the boys from Flushing going despite some bumps in the road. From the infamous Pablo Lopez glove toss incident to the emergence of the Grimace era to now Francisco Lindor and his MVP-worthy season, it’s fair to wonder if the Mets will wind up making some noise in the postseason.

Also on this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, the guys discuss Scott Boras shockingly agreeing to a deal for Matt Chapman to sign an extension with the San Francisco Giants, Jerry Dipoto reportedly being back with the Seattle Mariners next season and the complete dominance from Emmanuel Clase for the Cleveland Guardians.

Jake & Jordan then close the show by making their picks for The Good, The Bad and The Uggla, which includes Ludacris throwing out the first pitch in Atlanta, the Boston Red Sox season all but dead after being swept in Queens and Aaron Judge’s appearance on PAW Patrol.

(1:23) - The Mets are HOT

(21:18) - Quick look around the league

(23:09) - Matt Chapman signs extension

(28:35) - Jerry Dipoto isn’t going anywhere

(36:20) - Emmanuel Clase is elite

(41:37) - The Good

(44:23) - The Bad

(49:43) - The Uggla

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Yankees have a closer problem, Ben Joyce throws 105.5 and Justin Verlander’s quest for 300 wins Sep 04, 2024

On Tuesday night in Arlington, the Texas Rangers won on a walk-off grand slam that saw Wyatt Langford taking New York Yankees closer Clay Holmes deep, which happened to be his 11th blown save of the season. The Yankees' closer has been the subject of ire for fans this season, with many calling for a needed change in who closes out games.

Jake Mintz & Jordan Shusterman discuss what the options might be at this point for the Yankees, if there’s someone on the roster they could plug into the closer role and whether or not there is enough time in the season to experiment with someone new. With the postseason around the corner, will Aaron Boone and company stick with Clay Holmes?

Also on this edition of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, the guys talk about Los Angeles Angels reliever Ben Joyce throwing a 105.5 MPH fastball, Shohei Ohtani returning to Anaheim for the first time as a member of the Los Angeles Dodgers, Kyle Schwarber’s three-home-run game and Justin Verlander’s pursuit of 300 career wins.

(1:34) - Ben Joyce throws 105.5

(12:38) - Shohei Ohtani returns to Anaheim

(19:19) - The Yankees' Clay Holmes problem

(35:32) - Kyle Schwarber hits three home runs

(44:34) - Justin Verlander’s pursuit of 300

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Here come the Astros AGAIN, Phillies take care of the Braves, Yankees struggle vs. NL teams Sep 03, 2024

The Houston Astros have had a rollercoaster of a season, which in the month of May saw them 12 games under .500 and 8.5 games out of first place in the American League West. A lot has changed for the Stros since then.

Jake Mintz & Jordan Shusterman take a look at what’s gone right for the Astros that’s led them to a six-game lead in the division, why there might be some question marks for who’s left out of their postseason rotation and how a consistent season from Jordan Alvarez has held Houston’s offense together.

Also on this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, the guys talk about the Philadelphia Phillies taking three of four games from the Atlanta Braves over the weekend and why it’s becoming one of the best rivalries in baseball. Plus, the New York Yankees are struggling again against teams they should be beating and the Milwaukee Brewers appear to be in cruise control on the way to another NL Central crown.

(2:34) - The Astros are in full control

(11:44) - Yankees struggle against the NL

(19:32) - Phillies-Braves rivalry

(29:55) - Brewers in cruise control

(35:30) - Nuclear Overreaction

(39:27) - Warm Fuzzy Feeling

(43:09) - A game with Bryan Cranston

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Race to the postseason in September, explaining the waivers, Mark Cuban talking buying an MLB team Aug 30, 2024

With the calendar turning to September, we are entering the final stretch of the 2024 MLB regular season. And with that, the postseason picture is starting to shape up, but there are still some questions left to be asked about which teams will be playing October baseball for a chance to be crowned world champions.

Jake Mintz & Jordan Shusterman take a look at the current postseason picture and wonder if there will be any exciting races down the stretch within divisions and wild card standings. With teams like the Philadelphia Phillies and the Atlanta Braves seemingly locked in to a postseason spot, will there be a way for the New York Mets to sneak in? Can the Arizona Diamondbacks or San Diego Padres catch the Los Angeles Dodgers in the next few weeks to win the NL West crown?

Also on this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, the guys talk about the waiver system, how it works and why guys like Taylor Rogers and Tommy Pham could make an impact for a possible playoff team. Jake & Jordan then get into a conversation about an exchange on X with a fan asking Mark Cuban to buy the Pittsburgh Pirates, as well as talking about Rhett Lowder making his debut for the Cincinnati Reds. The guys also reveal their picks for The Good, The Bad and The Uggla this week.

(1:50) - Examining postseason races

(23:46) - Waivers talk

(31:12) - Rhett Lowder called-up

(35:35) - Mark Cuban, baseball team owner?

(46:46) - The Good

(51:59) - The Bad

(58:54) - The Uggla

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Aaron Judge & Shohei Ohtani’s MVP stranglehold, Braves keep pace with Phillies, deGrom nearing return Aug 28, 2024

The 2024 AL & NL Most Valuable Player awards, as it stands, appear to be heading back to Aaron Judge for the second time and Shohei Ohtani for the third time in four years. However, the MVP race might not be as clear cut as the numbers are making it out to be thanks to two shortstops who are making a strong push for the end-of-year award.

Jake Mintz & Jordan Shusterman talk about how a monster season from Bobby Witt Jr. has helped propel the Kansas City Royals into a postseason position and how Francisco Lindor is just performing at the dish, but in the field, and why those two guys might force baseball writers to think twice before giving their votes to Judge and Ohtani. They also talk about why the NL MVP Award race is a little closer than the AL and why Witt would win the NL MVP easily if he played in that league.

Also on this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, Jordan gives his field report after attending the Cleveland Guardians and Royals doubleheader on Tuesday and how the Kansas City offense tends to pick up their pitchers when they’re struggling. The guys then go around the league discussing the potential return of Jacob deGrom, Nick Castellanos’s funny postgame press conferences and why on earth the Los Angeles Angels had a 90-minute players meeting.

(2:35) - Judge vs Witt Jr.

(14:49) - Ohtani vs Lindor

(24:57) - Guardians/Royals field report

(30:08) - Going around the league

(55:07) - ’24 White Sox champions?

(58:40) - Fantasy football team draft

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Aaron Judge’s pursuit of 74 HRs, Shohei Ohtani looking at 50-50 and catching up on the weekend action Aug 26, 2024

It’s tough to be surprised by what Aaron Judge has done this season. After a down April, the New York Yankees captain has been unworldly at the dish, including hitting three more home runs this weekend to bring his MLB-season-leading total to 51 dingers. But is it possible for Judge to chase down Barry Bonds’ record of 73 home runs?

Jake Mintz & Jordan Shusterman discuss how Judge might actually have the potential to break the single season home run record set by Bonds in 2001 and why it might not be as improbable as people think based on what he’s doing this year. The guys then discuss Shohei Ohtani joining the 40-40 club over the weekend and why having a 50-50 season is absolutely within reach for the Los Angeles Dodgers unicorn player.

Also on this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, Jake & Jordan recap all the other action from baseball this weekend including Florida’s thrilling win over Taiwan in the Little League World Series championship, San Diego Padres rising star Jackson Merrill’s NL Rookie of the Year case, the Toronto Blue Jays mopping the Los Angeles Angels and give out their Player of the Weekend award.

(1:42) - Little League World Series recap

(6:13) - Can Aaron Judge get to 74 home runs?

(16:10) - Shohei Ohtani reaches the 40-40 club

(23:56) - Blue Jays mop the Angels

(29:28) - Sorry For Your Mentions

(33:03) - The Mopportunities

(43:09) - Player of the Weekend

(46:16) - Warm Fuzzy Feeling

(50:20) - Turbo Mode recap

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Joey Votto retires, Mariners fire Scott Servais, Aaron Judge is on a whole other level Aug 23, 2024

When the Cincinnati Reds called up a young 23-year-old first baseman in 2007, nobody would have thought Joey Votto would turn into the player and personality that the game of baseball would fall in love with. Now, 17 years, 356 career home runs, six All-Star Game appearances and an MVP award later, Votto has decided to hang up his spikes for good.

Jake Mintz & Jordan Shusterman talk about Votto’s decision to retire after a stint in the Toronto Blue Jays' minor league system and if the first baseman could be destined for the Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown. They also talk about some of their favorite Votto memories and what he meant to the city of Cincinnati.

Also on this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, the guys talk about the Seattle Mariners firing Scott Servais after being at the helm for the club since 2016 and why it’s okay to have good memories of his time as manager. They then get into the Los Angeles Angels extending the contract of GM Perry Minasian for two more years before the guys make their picks for The Good, The Bad and The Uggla for this week including Aaron Judge being on a whole other level than everyone else on the field.

(1:50) - Joey Votto retires

(26:45) - Mariners fire Scott Servais

(42:50) - Angels extend Perry Minasian

(48:15) - The Good

(53:51) - The Bad

(59:03) - The Uggla

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Backyard Baseball makes a comeback, which players should represent their MLB team and examining new top 50 prospects Aug 21, 2024

There’s certain baseball news that will hit differently for each person. However, here on the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, the announcement teaser featuring the return of the beloved Backyard Baseball game might be some of the biggest news of 2024.

Jake Mintz & Jordan Shusterman discuss the return of the video game that many of this current generation grew up playing, as well as talking about the history of the game and why it’s such a nostalgia bomb not just for those who played it but for those who will finally get the chance to. The guys also take their picks for which MLB players might represent their team should the game include pro players in it like it once did.

Later on this episode, Jake and Jordan take a look at some prospect news including rankings updates, which players are intriguing to watch for the rest of the season and why teams like the Minnesota Twins (surprising) and Tampa Bay Rays (not so surprising) have so many promising prospects that has them ranking the best amongst baseball.

(2:14) - Backyard Baseball is returning!

(8:40) - Initial reaction to the Backyard Baseball teaser

(14:55) - Which MLB players should be included in the game?

(41:25) - Prospect news round-up

(49:08) - Interesting players to keep an eye on

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MLB Players’ Weekend, Little League Classic recap and one last Battle of the Bay in Oakland Aug 19, 2024

After a four year hiatus, MLB celebrated Players’ Weekend once again, allowing every player to show a little more personality on the field, whether by using customized bats and cleats to sharing stories harkening back to their childhood days of playing the game.

Jake Mintz & Jordan Shusterman recap the highlights from Players' weekend in baseball including Bobby Witt Jr. hitting a home run with Backyard Baseball star Pablo Sanchez on his bat to Jazz Chisholm interacting with kids at the Little League Classic game between the New York Yankees and the Detroit Tigers.

Also on this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, the guys discussed if the Philadelphia Phillies found their groove back and are poised to stand-out as the best team in baseball. They then debate if the New York Mets next three series might be make or break for them and their postseason aspirations. Mintz and Shusterman then close the show by saying goodbye to the final Battle of the Bay in Oakland.

2:59 - Players’ Weekend recap

4:44 - The sweeps

16:29 - Warm fuzzy feeling from the Little League Classic

21:41 - The Phillies getting their mojo back

29:36 - Player of the weekend

31:51 - Turbo mode recap

39:56 - The last Battle of the Bay in Oakland

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Dodgers feeling heat from the D-backs and Padres, possible 6-inning starter rule & Astros doing Astros things Aug 16, 2024

The Los Angeles Dodgers have been a powerhouse in the NL West, having won the division in 11 of the past 12 seasons. However, due to the Arizona Diamondbacks and San Diego Padres being scorching hot the past few months, could there be a shocking upset and a new champ crowned in the west?

Jake Mintz & Jordan Shusterman talk about how the D-backs' and Padres' recent success is now threatening the good vibes around LA that started thanks to a monster offseason that saw the acquisition of Shohei Ohtani and Yoshinobu Yamamoto, as well as picking up Jack Flaherty at the trade deadline. The guys also talk about why nobody should be sleeping on Arizona after their improbable World Series run last year.

Also on this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, the guys discuss the Houston Astros being the beneficiaries of the Seattle Mariners' awful stretch and why their postseason journey might be a little different than what they’ve been used to. They then dig into the reported rule proposal that might require starting pitchers to pitch a minimum of six innings per start and whether it’s actually going to happen. Jake and Jordan then close out the show with their picks for The Good, The Bad and The Uggla for this week.

(2:33) - Snakes alive

(11:44) - Padres make a push

(18:04) - Can anyone catch the Dodgers?

(22:47) - The Astros are still the Astros

(32:11) - 6 inning mandatory rule?

(39:56) - The Good

(42:39) - The Bad

(48:01) - The Uggla

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No 100-win team this season, firing up the panic meter, Rays recall super prospect Junior Caminero Aug 14, 2024

The 2024 MLB season has seen quite a few teams battling for a highly coveted postseason spot and because of that, more teams are beating up on each other than ever. With the Los Angeles Dodgers, New York Yankees and Cleveland Guardians currently leading the league with 71 wins, this could be the first season since 2014 that no teams reaches the 100-win mark.

Jake Mintz & Jordan Shusterman discuss what the reasons could be for the lack of a 100-game winner this season including whether all teams have caught up with each other with the data they use in games and player scouting, whether major injuries have impacted teams that were expected and if it’s a good thing we don’t have a 100-win team in the league this year.

Also on this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, the guys break out the panic meter to describe how they’re currently feeling about teams like the Philadelphia Phillies, Baltimore Orioles, New York Mets and others. They then go around the league and take a look at some of the other headlines in baseball including Juan Soto’s three-home-run game, Jarren Duran being suspended for two games and the Tampa Bay Rays recalling top prospect Junior Caminero.

(2:00) - No 100-game winner this year?

(16:43) - Is parity in baseball a good thing?

(20:16) - The Panic Meter

(27:39) - Atlanta Braves and New York Mets

(37:03) - The Cleveland Guardians

(46:29) - Around the league

(52:24) - Junior Caminero recalled by Rays

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Mariners heating up and division races staying tight Aug 12, 2024

The weekend was packed with teams trying to make moves and help their postseason chances, including the Mariners keeping the pressure on the Astros and the Dodgers holding back the Padres and the Diamondbacks.

On this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman go through all of the weekend series and break down how close these division races are and why the current leaders need to keep their foot on the gas. And, they discuss one of the wackier ground-rule doubles they’ve ever seen and talk about the strange return of Madison Bumgarner to the baseball world.

The guys also bring back one of their favorite segments, Sorry for Your Mentions, and then go into Turbo Mode to finish out the episode.

(2:05) The sweeps

(18:57) Mopportunities

(23:38) Warm fuzzy feeling

(28:03) Sorry for your mentions

(35:48) Turbo mode

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Baseball at the 2028 Olympics, Braves-Reds to play at a race track and The Good, The Bad and The Uggla Aug 09, 2024

Everyone has Olympic fever with the 2024 edition of the summer games wrapping up this weekend. However, there is one sport that is noticeably missing and the Baseball Bar-B-Cast is here to make a serious case for why baseball should return to the Olympics in 2028, but this time with professional players.

Jake Mintz & Jordan Shusterman talk about how Rob Manfred, the players and owners can help make this happen, especially since the 2028 games will take place in Los Angeles. Although there might be some scheduling conflicts, the guys debate the pros and cons for potentially having players from big-league teams participate and why it’d be great for growing the game.

Also on this episode, the guys discuss the Speedway Classic ’25 which will see the Atlanta Braves and Cincinnati Reds playing next August at the Bristol Motor Speedway in Tennessee. Plus they talk the Chicago White Sox firing Pedro Grifol and a hilarious fan email involving his bachelor party and catching Nolan Gorman’s first pro home run. Jake and Jordan close out the episode making their picks for this week's The Good, The Bad and The Uggla.

(3:04) - Pro baseball players at the 2028 Olympics?

(36:36) - Pedro Grifol fired

(44:44) - Baseball at the speedway

(50:13) - Baseball bachelor party email

(54:44) - The Good

(59:33) - The Bad

(1:04:06) - The Uggla

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White Sox finally win, taking a look at end-of-year awards and remembering Billy Bean Aug 07, 2024

It has finally happened. For the first time since July 10th, the Chicago White Sox have won a game. With their victory against the Oakland A’s on Tuesday night, Pedro Grifol’s team was able to snap their 21-game losing streak and have a victorious handshake line to end one of the rougher stretches in the team’s history.

Jake Mintz & Jordan Shusterman talk about the White Sox avoiding a new all-time record for most consecutive losses in a row, why the players on the current squad aren’t necessarily to blame for the way things have gone this season and the interesting post-game quotes coming from Grifol, Andrew Benintendi and John Brebbia.

Also on this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, the guys talk about the passing of MLB's vice-president of social responsibility and inclusion, Billy Bean, and the lasting legacy he’s left behind. In 1999, Bean was the second player to come out as gay in baseball and in his post-playing days, was named MLB’s first Ambassador for Inclusion by then-commissioner Bud Selig.

Jake and Jordan wrap up the episode by checking in on the races for the major end-of-year awards including if Paul Skenes could win the NL Cy Young award, whether Shohei Ohtani should win the MVP and if anyone will be able to overtake Aaron Judge at this point for AL MVP.

(2:23) - The White Sox finally win

(18:24) - Remembering Billy Bean

(34:16) - End-of-year awards check-in

(37:27) - MVP

(46:40) - Cy Young

(55:31) - Rookie of the Year

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White Sox keep losing, Blake Snell’s no-no and the trade deadline MVP is crowned Aug 05, 2024

Over the weekend, the Giants stayed hot and Blake Snell tossed his first no-hitter and the White Sox stayed ice cold, pushing their losing streak to 20 games. What will it take to turn this franchise around?

On this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman break down not just the big-league action from the weekend, but also the action from Jake’s bachelor party.

The guys go through all the series and discuss how Wilyer Abreu overcame personal loss and had a big day for the Red Sox, the fastest pitch in the majors this season and they run through some of your favorite segments, including Sorry For Your Mentions.

(1:47) The White Sox keep losing

(19:24) Mopportunities

(27:52) Player of the week: Blake Snell

(33:15) Role play: getting demoted

(38:29) Sorry for your mentions

(46:17) You deserve your mentions

(49:12) Nuclear overreaction

(52:31) Paul DeJong

(55:44) First time for everything

(59:09) Turbo mode

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Mike Trout’s season is done, Orioles roster shuffle and Heart and Hustle Award winners announced Aug 02, 2024

When the 2024 season started, the baseball world was delighted to see a healthy Mike Trout back to his MVP form, including stealing bases like he was a rookie again. Unfortunately, a torn meniscus forced him to the IL at the end of April, and it was just announced that he suffered another tear while rehabbing the injury, which will cause Trout to miss the rest of this season.

Jake Mintz & Jordan Shusterman talk about the extremely disappointing news surrounding the three-time American League MVP, and they discuss how the ownership group from the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim let Trout down by not assembling a true postseason contender and why baseball fans have been robbed of his potential greatness in October.

Also on this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, the guys talk about how the Baltimore Orioles are shuffling their roster post trade deadline, including recalling top prospects Jackson Holliday and Coby Mayo in hopes of giving the team a spark during their slump. They also make their guesses at who was named their team's Heart and Hustle Award winner for 2024 before giving their picks for The Good, The Bad and The Uggla for this week.

(1:41) - Mike Trout is out for the rest of 2024

(20:10) - The O’s shuffle their roster

(28:19) - 2024 Heart and Hustle Award winners

(43:57) - The Good

(47:14) - The Bad

(50:44) - The Uggla

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Grading every team’s 2024 MLB trade deadline Jul 31, 2024

The 2024 MLB trade deadline has come and gone, and now it’s time to take a look at how each squad did before the clock struck 6pm ET on Wednesday.

Jake Mintz & Jordan Shusterman give their grades for how each team did at the deadline, as well as try to make sense of some of the blockbuster trades like Eloy Jimenez to the Baltimore Orioles, the Los Angeles Dodgers landing Jack Flaherty and why the Chicago White Sox continue to fail even after trading away a few players.

The guys also give their praise to Peter Bendix of the Miami Marlins and A.J. Preller of the San Diego Padres for their stellar deadline moves, why it doesn’t feel like the New York Yankees are all the way in on a championship-or-bust season and whether the crazy National League Wild Card race will be a little clearer now which teams are pushing their chips all-in.

(5:34) - A.L. East

(22:30) - A.L. Central

(35:40) - A.L. West

(49:09) - N.L. East

(1:00:30) - N.L. Central

(1:09:04) - N.L. West

(1:18:04) - Clearer picture in N.L. Wild Card?

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Breaking down all the latest trades, who's next to make a deal + recapping the weekend in baseball Jul 29, 2024

With less than 48 hours to go until the MLB trade deadline on Tuesday at 6pm ET, there has been a flurry of moves being made by teams who are looking to bolster up their rosters for a sprint to the postseason. Some trades have been no-brainers and others may have caught us off guard. However, it's been one of the busiest pre-deadlines we've seen in a while.

Jake Mintz & Jordan Shusterman are here to analyze all the trades that have gone down including the New York Yankees trading for Jazz Chisholm, the Baltimore Orioles and Philadelphia Phillies making deal, if the Tampa Bay Rays could’ve gotten a better deal for Isaac Paredes and Jerry Dipoto making yet another trade for his Seattle Mariners.

Also on this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, the guys talk about which teams they’re surprised haven’t made any notable moves yet and which players are definitely going to be on the move before Tuesday. Jake & Jordan then recap all the action from MLB from the weekend.

(3:15) - All the latest trade news

(11:40) - O’s trade for pitching

(25:54) - Jake has a problem with the Rays

(31:52) - Jazz Chisholm is a Yankee

(42:58) - All the minor moves

(49:09) - Who’s next to deal?

(55:55) - Weekend recap

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Randy Arozarena traded to Mariners, Dylan Cease throws a no-hitter, Marlins fire sale, The Good, The Bad & The Uggla Jul 26, 2024

It’s been a jam-packed 24 hours in the baseball world that saw the Seattle Mariners trading for Randy Arozarena from the Tampa Bay Rays, the Miami Marlins trading A.J. Puk to the Arizona Diamondbacks and San Diego Padres ace Dylan Cease throwing a no-hitter against the Washington Nationals.

Jake Mintz & Jordan Shusterman are here to break it all down for you on the latest episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast. Does the Randy Arozarena trade by Jerry Dipoto signal that the Mariners are really going for it? Is this the beginning of the inevitable Marlins fire sale? And what stipulation does Garrett Crochet have for the team that trades for him?

Also on this episode, the guys discuss why the second no-hitter in Padres history was blessed by the pitcher who threw their first one, if Rich Hill is going to be making a comeback and the disappointing news about Oakland A’s star reliever Mason Miller breaking his pinky finger.

Jake & Jordan then give their picks for The Good, The Bad and The Uggla for the week, which include the New York Mets who can’t stop winning, the A’s going for one last cash grab before they leave Oakland and the surprising whereabouts of Brandon Belt.

(2:29) - Dylan Cease no-hitter

(12:48) - Randy Arozarena traded to Mariners

(31:36) - A.J. Puk traded to the D-backs

(40:24) - Garrett Crochet contract stipulation

(47:10) - Around the traps

(53:10) - The Good

(59:09) - The Bad

(1:02:40) - The Uggla

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Pirates are wasting Paul Skenes, Yankees & Mets face big challenges & listener mailbag questions Jul 24, 2024

Paul Skenes has been nothing but brilliant in his young major league career for the Pittsburgh Pirates, including pitching into the 9th inning on Tuesday night. However, despite allowing just two earned runs and striking out eight, it was the first time he took a loss in a game since his college days.

Jake Mintz & Jordan Shusterm discuss if the Pirates are already wasting a golden opportunity for winning while having a great pitcher like Paul Skenes in their rotation and if the club will make a play before the trade deadline to bolster their underwhelming offense.

Also on this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, the guys talk about the challenges the New York Yankees and the New York Mets face in improving their squads as they continue to do battle in the 2024 edition of the Subway Series, as well as Clayton Kershaw’s return to the Los Angeles Dodgers and why a lot is riding on his performance.

Later in the show, Jake and Jordan answer some listener emails that include some curious performance incentives that are in players contracts, whether the Atlanta Braves are cursed and what’s the biggest trade rumor that never went down.

(2:15) - Pirates wasting a golden chance

(9:43) - Yankees need to fix their lineup

(16:33) - Where do the Mets go from here?

(21:10) - Clayton Kershaw is returning

(26:47) - We need to talk about…

(33:44) - Listener mailbag

(48:40) - Are the Braves cursed?

(54:30) - The Mariners and their blown lead

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The Dodgers are back, Bobby Witt Jr. had a weekend and Cooperstown has new inductees Jul 22, 2024

It was a weekend with a few sweeps, including the Los Angeles Dodgers taking three from the Red Sox and Jackson Chourio heating up to power the Brewers. Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman break down all of the sweeps from the weekend and dig into the other series as well.

Also on this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, Jake and Jordan discuss Bobby Witt Jr.’s incredible weekend, how former All-Star Ty France flamed out in Seattle and why Aaron Boone is the GOAT of getting ejected.

Plus, the guys talk about the new Hall of Fame inductees and why they’re excited about Nacho Alvarez being called up by the Braves.

(1:52) Weekend series sweeps

(13:15) James Wood’s evolution

(14:58) Jackson Chourio heating up for Brewers

(18:12) Player of the weekend: Bobby Witt Jr.

(22:07) National League Wild Card jamboree

(28:55) First time for everything

(35:24) Sorry for your mentions

(42:50) Warm fuzzy feeling: HOF inductions

(44:38) Yankees still struggling, Boone ejected again

(49:51) Turbo mode

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Needs for every MLB team before the trade deadline + The Good, The Bad and The Uggla Jul 19, 2024

Friday is the official start of the second half of the MLB season following the All-Star Break, and now is the time for every team to evaluate their needs and decide if moves will be made by addition or subtraction before the August 1st trade deadline.

Jake Mintz & Jordan Shusterman examine all 30 teams in the league and try to figure out what moves they’ll make to either help fix a busted pitching rotation (Milwaukee Brewers, Baltimore Orioles), bolster a slumping offense (New York Yankees, Atlanta Braves) or perhaps land some pieces for the future (Chicago White Sox, Tampa Bay Rays).

Also on this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, Jake and Jordan make their picks for The Good, The Bad and The Uggla this week, which includes talking about MLB trying out a rivalry week in 2025, the Los Angeles Dodgers and Chicago Cubs kicking off the season in Japan and an MLB Draft pick who was born in Siberia.

(3:03) - Trade deadline preview

(8:38) - NL East

(16:05) - NL Central

(26:49) - NL West

(36:25) - AL East

(50:57) - AL Central

(58:44) - AL West

(1:05:29) - The Good, The Bad & The Uggla

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2024 MLB All-Star Game and Home Run Derby recap live from Globe Life Field in Texas Jul 17, 2024

On Tuesday night, the baseball world stopped and watched as the biggest stars in the sport played in the 94th annual Major League Baseball All-Star Game in Texas. Despite the National League starting Pittsburgh Pirates rookie phenom Paul Skenes, as well as throwing out some other big arms, the American League was able to do what they’ve done quite a few times in the past decade and take the game with a 5-3 victory.

Jake Mintz & Jordan Shusterman recap all the memorable moments from the Midsummer Classic including Shohei Ohtani’s three-run home run that initially put the NL squad on top, Juan Soto clearly having a ton of fun, an impressive performance from Mason Miller and Jarren Duran’s go-ahead home run that secured him MVP honors for the game.

Later on this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, Jake and Jordan recap the highlights from the newly reformatted version of the Home Run Derby, why it was a little underwhelming and wonder if we’ll get to see some of the big home run hitters in baseball partake in the event in the future.

(1:40) - Recording live on the field from Texas

(3:41) - Memorable moments from the All-Star Game

(7:38) - Shohei Ohtani hits his first All-Star Game home run

(12:02) - Mason Miller impresses

(18:46) - A very solid All-Star Game

(20:54) - Home Run Derby recap

(26:50) - Will be see the big home runs hitters participate?

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2024 MLB Draft results, Home Run Derby preview and a look at a whacky weekend in baseball Jul 15, 2024

The first two rounds of the 2024 Major League Baseball Draft are in the books and the Baseball Bar-B-Cast is ready to break down all the picks made on Sunday night in Fort Worth, Texas, where all 30 clubs injected some of the best talent that the college and high school scene has to offer into their organizations.

Jake Mintz & Jordan Shusterman are back in studio together to discuss the Cleveland Guardians taking Travis Bazzana first overall making him the first Australian ever taken at the No. 1 slot. They also discuss the Kansas City Royals taking Jac Caglianone and if the comparisons to Shohei Ohtani as a duel player are fair, as well as get into some of the more surprising picks made by teams later in the draft.

Also on this episode, Jake and Jordan make their picks for the newly-reformatted Home Run Derby set to take place at Globe Life Field on Monday night and why it’s the best baseball event of the season. The guys also talk about the wild weekend in baseball that saw the New York Yankees suffer another devastating loss, this time to the Baltimore Orioles in the bottom of the 9th inning.

(1:29) - Whacky weekend in baseball

(7:44) - MLB Draft recap, Bazzana goes No. 1

(17:00) - Jac Caglianone-Shohei Ohtani comps

(22:45) - Angels' new draft strategy?

(38:32) - O’s drafting hitters again

(43:58) - Yankees fans not happy with Ben Hess

(51:56) - Home Run Derby preview

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Live from Texas! MLB Draft preview, top-selling MLB jerseys & The Good, The Bad and The Uggla Jul 12, 2024

The Baseball Bar-B-Cast has taken the show on the road for the 2024 edition of the Major League Baseball All-Star Game in Arlington, Texas. Jake Mintz & Jordan Shusterman are live in-studio to bring you a preview of all the upcoming action from the MLB Draft taking place this Sunday.

The guys preview the projected top ten prospects to go in the draft, as well as make their picks for who the Cleveland Guardians might take at No. 1 overall. They also talk about the pressure of the 74th overall pick in the draft by the Los Angeles Angels, which happens to be the pick they received for Shohei Ohtani signing with the Los Angeles Dodgers.

Jake then challenges Jordan to figure out which players are in the top 20 for most-sold jerseys so far this MLB season and they discuss a few very notable snubs from the list, then they give their picks for The Good, The Bad & The Uggla this week.

(1:47) - 2024 MLB Draft preview

(8:10) - Projected top 10 players in the draft

(34:54) - Top-selling jerseys this season so far

(41:19) - The Good

(47:20) - The Bad

(50:47) - Breaking All-Star Game news

(52:56) - The Uggla

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All-Star Game starting pitchers, Rece Hinds is smashing, the door is open for the Boston Red Sox Jul 10, 2024

Following Sunday's announcement of the reserve players for the 2024 MLB All-Star Game, the only question yet to be answered is who are the two players who will toll the bump for their respective squad? While there are a few good options in the American League, it’s the National League that has drummed up quite a bit of debate.

Jake Mintz & Jordan Shusterman talk about why Pittsburgh Pirates' ace Paul Skenes is the obvious choice for many to start the game, however, after only making 10 MLB starts, it’s left the door open for a more deserving veteran to be the selection. They also wonder if Garrett Crochet playing on the Chicago White Sox will hurt his chances to get the nod for the AL start.

Also on this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, the guys talk about the immediate impact that Rece Hinds has had on the Cincinnati Reds, they give credit to Ben Cherington for hanging with Rowdy Tellez after his rough start to the season and which New York Yankees hitter will have the highest OPS the rest of the season after Aaron Judge and Juan Soto.

Jake and Jordan then go around the league discussing Jordan Westburg and Hunter Greene being named replacement players to the All-Star Game, the New York Mets trading for Phil Maton, the Boston Red Sox door of opportunity being open and the latest news surrounding Wander Franco.

(1:59) - NL All-Star Game starting pitcher

(15:51) - AL All-Star Game starting pitcher

(18:43) - We need to talk about…

(30:57) - Yankees 3rd OPS leader

(34:53) - All-Star Game news

(41:15) - Around the league

(48:08) - Wander Franco update

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All-Star Game selections and snubs, results from the weekend series and a Padres attendance record Jul 08, 2024

We finally have the complete MLB All-Star Game rosters, and everyone has some thoughts. Who was selected and who was snubbed? Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman break it all down.

Among the biggest snubs, Brandon Nimmo who the guys argue may be even more deserving than Francisco Lindor. As for the guys who were selected, Jake and Jordan are most happy for guys like Jurickson Profar and David Fry, who got their first All-Star Game nods.

Also on this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, Jake and Jordan go through the series from this weekend, including how Raphael Devers continued his arc as the new Yankees killer.

The guys also have segments on a warm and fuzzy moment from the San Diego Padres, who set a new attendance record on a random Friday night, plus the guys give their nuclear overreaction to Colton Brewer who fractured his hand when he punched the dugout wall.

(1:57) All-Star selections

(24:58) All-Star snubs

(32:48) Weekend series recaps

(43:55) Warm fuzzy moment

(47:15) Sorry for your mentions

(54:30) Nuclear overreaction

(58:00) Turbo mode

(1:06:59) What’s ahead

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The Yankees continue to fall, All-Star starters are announced and The Good, The Bad and The Uggla Jul 05, 2024

The Yankees suffered their first three-game sweep of the season, falling at the hands of the Reds. Is it time to really start to worry about the Bronx Bombers?

On this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman break down what has gone wrong with the Yankees lately, what’s going right with th D-Backs’ star Christian Walker and they dig into who was named to the All-Star Game starting lineup. The guys also give an update on who’s participating in the Home Run Derby.

Plus, Jake and Jordan make their picks for The Good, The Bad & The Uggla, which includes the return of the name Bob, a not-so-great-tweet, and an Orioles game from the 60s that ended in a tie because of…fireworks?

(2:03)The Yankees are struggling

(8:50) National Anthem standoff

(14:15) Christian Walker is incredible

(21:35) ASG Selections:

(34:53) Home Run Derby updates

(38:15) The Good

(40:55) The Bad

(45:15) The Uggla

(52:00) Weekend series to watch

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Cubs are in trouble, what’s up with the Mariners' offense, James Wood arrives & Pirates fan Saxboy talks Steel City Jul 03, 2024

When the Chicago Cubs brought in highly desired manager Craig Counsell, the thought was that there could possibly be joy in Wrigleyville in 2024. However, after a bit of a rough stretch for the Cubbies, they now find themselves with the third-worst record in the National League and potentially in the position to be trade deadline sellers.

Jake Mintz & Jordan Shusterman talk about what’s gone wrong lately for the Cubs and how it's landed them in the mix for the third wild card spot in the NL but still 5.5 games out. They also compare this season to the Cubs' 2023, when they went on a roll and decided not to be sellers at the deadline. Did they learn their lesson or will they make the same mistake twice?

Later on this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, the guys are joined by Pittsburgh Pirates social media hit, Saxboy, to talk about how his enthusiasm for the game of baseball and the Steel City has grown with the success of the Pirates. He discusses going on the road and following closely with the club, as well as a funny interaction with the Pirates' GM, Ben Cherington, in an airport.

Jake & Jordan also get into the offensive struggles for the Mariners, who have benefitted from excellent starting pitching, the unicorn prospect James Wood making his debut with the Washington Nationals, Aaron Civale being traded to the Milwaukee Brewers and pay tribute to the late Orlando Cepeda.

(1:37) - The Cubs are in trouble

(11:14) - The Mariners' offense is rough

(17:47) - Saxboy joins the show!

(23:45) - The culture of following the Pirates

(32:37) - Running into Ben Cherington

(36:14) - Aaron Civale traded

(39:35) - James Wood makes his debut

(45:11) - Remembering Orlando Cepeda

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Weekend with no sweeps, can we please see Paul Skenes at the plate and some Home Run Derby news Jul 01, 2024

Despite plenty of opportunities for a four-game sweep (otherwise known as a mop) no team was able to clean up this weekend. And there weren’t any three-game sweeps either!

On this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, Jordan Shusterman and Jake Mintz go through all the weekend’s series and they have segments galore to get us through Monday.

Jake and Jordan bring back one of their favorite segments, “Sorry For Your Mentions,” and read some of their favorite replies to the Cubs’ social media posts. Then the go into their “Nuclear Overreaction” segment, and decide how the Pirates can ignite their struggling offense. The main suggestion: get Paul Skenes up to the dish.

The guys then have a laugh about José Iglesias’s musical performance after the Mets game in the “First Time For Everything” segment, and then they hand out their “Player of the Weekend” award to Spencer Bivens of the Giants, who made his first start, struck out Shohei Ohtani twice and celebrated accordingly. After that, Jake launched into turbo mode to power through the rest of the weekend games, and finally they give an update on the Home Run Derby.

(0:00) Welcome back

(2:24) Mopportunity knocks: recapping all the four-game series

(28:20) Sorry for your mentions: Cubs fans are not holding back on Twitter

(33:50) Nuclear overreaction: is it time for Paul Skenes to get back to hitting to help the Pirates offense?

(38:40) José Iglesias performs his new hit song OMG after the Mets’ win

(42:25) Spencer Bivens of the Giants earns “Player of the Weekend” honors

(52:00) There are some new rules for the Home Run Derby

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What happened to the Texas Rangers, mega mopportunity weekend preview + The Good, The Bad & The Uggla Jun 28, 2024

In 2023, the Texas Rangers rode their wave of momentum and turned it into the club's first ever World Series title after defeating the Arizona Diamondbacks. However, this season has proven to be a bit more of a challenge.

Jordan Shusterman is joined by MLB.com Rangers beat reporter Kennedi Landry as they examine where things have gone wrong for the defending champs of baseball, as well as talk about the case for Josh Smith to make the American League All-Star Game squad and if rookie Wyatt Langford has turned course for the better following his injury earlier in the season.

Also on this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, Jordan and Kennedi make their picks for this week's The Good, The Bad and The Uggla, which includes a bat boy saving Shohei Ohtani from a foul ball, a rather unfortunate play at the plate involving the Oakland Athletics and the New York Yankees being in a really rough stretch currently. They then preview the weekend slate of games which includes a whopping six mopportunities.

(2:45) - How did we get to this point for the Rangers?

(17:28) - We have to talk about Josh Smith

(22:53) - Injury timelines for returning pitchers

(27:20) - The Good

(30:22) - The Bad

(34:47) - The Uggla

(43:19) - Mopportunity weekend preview

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Concern for Cole, Padres-Nationals beef, college baseball drama & who might be in the Home Run Derby Jun 26, 2024

The New York Yankees opened up the 2024 edition of the Subway Series with their crosstown rival New York Mets on Tuesday night. The little brother of the two New York teams got the best of the Bronx Bombers, taking the series opener while lighting up Yankees ace Gerrit Cole for six earned runs on four home runs in four innings pitched.

Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman take a look at the second start from the leader of the Yankees' rotation and if there is any reasons for concern about how Cole has fared since his return to the mound. They then talk about why Tuesday night at Citi Field is an example of the ultimate goal for Mets owner Steve Cohen, both on the field and in the stadium.

Also on this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, the guys talk about the strange beef between the San Diego Padres and Washington Nationals, with Jurickson Profar and his impressive batting this season leading the way, as well as Elly De La Cruz hitting a ball extremely far away and Hunter Greene not feeling the best on the bump.

Jake and Jordan close out the show by dishing on the drama that followed the College Baseball World Series involving Jim Schlossnagle’s decision to join a Texas rival. Then the guys try to figure out who might be participating in the 2024 Home Run Derby and close the show with Why Haven’t You Homered Yet?

(1:54) - Concern for Gerrit Cole?

(9:47) - Field report from Fenway Park

(13:36) - Things we need to talk about

(27:56) - College baseball drama

(42:33) - Home Run Derby participant predictions

(51:11) - Why haven’t you homered yet?

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Astros are baseball’s boogeymen, Paul Skenes continues to dominate, Steven Kwan is that dude & weekend recap Jun 24, 2024

The Houston Astros for the majority of this season have been underperforming and it’s reflected in their record. However, after a sweep this past weekend over the very dangerous Baltimore Orioles, it’s fair to wonder if the Astros are lurking, like the boogeyman, waiting to make their move on the 2024 season.

Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman talk about why Houston could be one of the more dangerous teams to face, especially when they have Framber Valdez and Ronel Blanco pitching in the same series, and their offense really starts to the click. Can the Astros take advantage of a division that is still very much open? Time will tell.

Also on this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, the guys talk about Paul Skenes continuing his brilliance on the mound for the Pittsburgh Pirates, pitching like he’s still trying to get promoted to the big leagues, Steven Kwan’s super success at the plate since returning from injury and Giancarlo Stanton landing on the injured list yet again for the New York Yankees.

Jack and Jordan close out the weekend recap episode talking about the first ever walk-off clock-off between the Colorado Rockies and Washington Nationals and why it was inevitable for it to happen at the always wacky Coors Field.

(2:51) - Steven Kwan is really good

(13:30) - Astros are lurking

(22:38) - The series wins

(32:40) - Giancarlo Stanton back on the IL

(39:01) - Paul Skenes’ brilliance

(51:11) - The walk-off clock-off

(55:40) - Edwin Diaz ejected for sticky stuff

(1:00:52) - Looking ahead

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Rickwood Field game recap, Brody Brecht interview & The Good, The Bad and The Uggla Jun 21, 2024

Thursday night saw the San Francisco Giants face off against the St. Louis Cardinals. However, it was the environment of the game that stole the show. The renovated Rickwood Field, formerly home to the Birmingham Black Barons of the Negro league, was the setting for a game that took on a special meaning with many former Negro league players in attendance. It was also the perfect way to remember the legacy of Willie Mays.

Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman discuss why this event went beyond just the baseball game that was played, and they talk about Reggie Jackson’s poignant remarks during the pregame show and the importance of taking Major League Baseball on the road to play in special venues.

Also on this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, Jake and Jordan sit down with potential first-rounder Brody Brecht from the MLB Draft Combine to talk about his choice of playing professional baseball over football, the first time he ever hit 100 mph as a pitcher and attending the University of Iowa at the same time as Caitlin Clark. The guys then close the show by giving this week’s edition of The Good, The Bad and The Uggla.

(1:54) - Rickwood Field game recap

(16:11) - MLB Draft Combine wrap-up

(18:46) - Brody Brecht interview

(22:15) - Being a two-sport athlete in high school

(25:17) - Choosing baseball over football

(29:47) - First time Brody hit 100 mph

(34:37) - Attending the University of Iowa at the same time as Caitlin Clark

(38:34) - The Good, The Bad and The Uggla

(39:29) - The Good

(42:23) - The Bad

(44:58) - The Uggla

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Live from the 2024 MLB Draft Combine + JJ Wetherholt interview & Triple-A challenge system changing Jun 20, 2024

The Baseball Bar-B-Cast crew is on the road for this episode of the podcast, coming to you live from Chase Field in Arizona where Major League Baseball is holding the 2024 edition of the Draft Combine. Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman talk about their experience watching potential draft picks go through drills, the importance of the combine for teams and why there is a need for more attention on this event for baseball.

The guys are then joined by West Virginia baseball’s JJ Wetherholt to talk about his time at the combine. The projected-first-rounder discusses why his brother influenced him to become a lefty hitter, his history at the shortstop position, what he’s taken from the style of baseball played in Korea and how he implemented it into his game and what he’s most looking forward to in becoming a pro-ball player.

Later, Jake & Jordan talk about a major change happening mid-season at the Triple-A level to its replay system and why that system could show up in the majors sooner rather than later.

(0:59) - A word about this special episode

(3:09) - Thoughts from the combine

(10:12) - The importance of being in Arizona

(12:15) - Who is JJ Wetherholt?

(14:13) - JJ Wetherholt interview

(19:42) - JJ on playing shortstop

(28:50) - Impact of Korean baseball on his career

(31:26) - Most excited about pro-baseball

(33:44) - Triple-A changing review system

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Remembering baseball legend and Hall of Famer Willie Mays Jun 19, 2024

On Tuesday night, the sports world learned of the passing of Hall of Famer and baseball legend Willie Mays at the age of 93 years old. Often referred to as one of the greatest baseball players of all time, the “Say Hey Kid” was a truly one-of-a-kind personality and talent in the game of baseball, on and off the field.

Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman share their thoughts on the passing of Mays and talk about the lasting impact he has on the countless number of baseball fans who got to watch him play and his contributions to the game in his post-playing days. They also discuss the incredible stats that Willie put up throughout his career and how the Rickwood Field game between the San Francisco Giants and the St. Louis Cardinals on Thursday will be a special night honoring number 24.

(0:29) - Thoughts on the passing of Willie Mays

(2:14) - Willie’s lasting impact

(6:39) - The incredible stats

(9:49) - Timing of the Rickwood Field game

(15:11) - Memories in New York City

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Dodgers place Mookie & Yamamoto on IL, umpire suspended for gambling & 2024 MLB Draft Combine preview with Nate Tice Jun 17, 2024

The Los Angeles Dodgers were a heavy favorite to win the World Series this season, with superstars in their lineup and in their rotation. However, this past weekend, they took a double gut punch when they were forced to place shortstop Mookie Betts and starting pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto on the injured list.

Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman talk about the hit that these two injuries might have on the Dodgers for the rest of the season, why they’ll need Shohei Ohtani and Freddie Freeman to step it up even more and the positive spin that these injuries might have for the club.

Also on this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, the guys talk about the gambling suspension for umpire Pat Hoberg and then get into all the other action from the weekend including the Boston Red Sox getting over .500 with their series win against the New York Yankees, the Minnesota Twins mopping the Oakland Athletics and the New York Mets getting hot since the appearance of a McDonald’s mascot.

Jake & Jordan then preview the upcoming MLB Draft Combine and what fans can expect out of the fourth installment of this event. Nate Tice joins Jordan to talk about the similarities between the NFL and MLB combine, why the event is important for players as well as the clubs and the importance of technology for scouting draft picks.

(1:32) - Jake’s time at the College World Series

(4:30) - Umpire Pat Hoberg suspended

(8:55) - Dodgers injury blow

(13:59) - Yankees-Red Sox recap

(16:28) - Orioles over Phillies

(17:46) - Astros over Tigers

(20:28) - Mop & sweeps from the weekend

(26:10) - MLB Draft Combine preview

(32:08) - Nate Tice interview

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The 2024 Men's College World Series for dummies + The Good, The Bad & The Uggla Jun 14, 2024

The Men's College World Series has finally arrived and the Baseball Bar-B-Cast crew is here to give you an extensive breakdown on the 2024 edition, whether you’re a college ball fiend or someone who’s a casual fan but wants to get in on some of the wildest, most unpredictable action we’ll see all year in baseball.

Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman take a look at all eight teams in the tournament this year and give you the rundown of their seasons, identify some of the players and coaches you should keep an eye on and which teams will bring the stereotypical college baseball energy that everyone loves. The guys also give their picks for who might play in the finals and ultimately be crowned champion.

Later in the show, Jake & Jordan give their picks for The Good, The Bad and The Uggla this week, which includes a new member of the St. Louis Cardinals' mascot family, an unprecedented record set by a minor leaguer off the field and New York Yankees fans finding a way to complain despite having one of the best teams in baseball.

(1:16) - An introduction to the Men's College World Series

(11:54) - North Carolina

(16:06) - UVA

(20:38) - Tennessee

(25:51) - FSU

(33:55) - Kentucky

(37:53) - North Carolina State

(42:22) - Texas A&M

(46:39) - Florida

(51:08) - The Good, The Bad & The Uggla

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Something’s up with the Braves, Paul Skenes’ standing ovation, the Dodgers make a trade & Rintaro Sasaki homers Jun 12, 2024

The Atlanta Braves came into the 2024 season with lofty expectations after winning the most games in baseball last season. However, things have taken a bit of a turn for Atlanta in their last 40 games — they’ve gone 17-23 and have fallen 10 games behind the Philadelphia Phillies for first place in the National League East.

Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman examine what exactly has gone wrong for the Atlanta Braves this season and why there is still hope for them to make the postseason despite losing Spencer Strider and Ronald Acuna Jr. for the rest of the season. But considering they haven't made too many changes to their 2023 squad, being shutout by Albert Suarez and the Baltimore Orioles should raise some red flags.

Also on this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, the guys talk about Paul Skenes receiving a rare standing ovation on the road following a 6+-innings performance agains the St. Louis Cardinals, Major League Baseball dropping the ball when it came to the debut of Rintaro Sasaki and Cavan Biggio being traded to the Los Angeles Dodgers. Jake and Jordan wrap the show by giving a quick preview of the College World Series and what they’re most excited to see.

(2:21) - What’s up with the Braves?

(27:04) - The O’s tough schedule

(29:16) - Paul Skenes’ road ovation

(35:59) - MLB dropping the ball

(45:39) - Cavan Biggio traded

(49:50) - College World Series preview

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Yankees-Dodgers lives up to the hype, Braves' lineup issues, Twins City Connect uniforms drop & weekend wrap-up Jun 10, 2024

For only the fourth time during the regular season, the Los Angeles Dodgers came to Yankee Stadium to take on the New York Yankees and everyone in the baseball world was hyped for this possible World Series match up. Normally, a series of this magnitude doesn’t live up to the hype. However, this one did.

Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman talk about the epic three game series that saw Yoshinobu Yamamoto and Teoscar Hernandez lead the Dodgers to a 2-1 series win, the electric atmosphere in the Bronx from both fan bases and the notable absence of Juan Soto from the Yankees’ lineup.

Also on this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, the guys talk about why the Atlanta Braves will be one of the first teams to make a trade to help their underperforming lineup since the loss of Ronald Acuna, the Texas Rangers being on the verge of getting back a major piece for their rotation and the super success that Kyle Bradish has had for the Baltimore Orioles.

Jake & Jordan also recap every series from this weekend in baseball and break down the newest City Connect uniforms to drop for the Minnesota Twins. Spoiler alert, Jordan is a big fan of the design.

(1:06) - Jake fighting to stay off the IL

(3:28) - Yankees-Dodgers recap

(17:59) - “We want Soto,” chants

(25:37) - The series wins

(29:15) - Braves need to make a move

(36:27) - Twins City Connect uniforms

(47:22) - The Splits

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Assembling the All Star Game squad, Juan Soto’s injury, Gunnar Henderson’s ascension & Paul Skenes vs. Shohei Ohtani Jun 07, 2024

The 2024 edition of the Major League Baseball All-Star game is a little over a month away which means that it’s time for fans to start sending in their picks for who they want to see represent the American and National League squads.

Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman do their best to put together the most fun and deserving teams for the mid-summer classic, set to take place in Arlington, Texas this July. While there are a few obvious selections like Aaron Judge, Juan Soto and Kyle Tucker in the AL outfield, other position battles, like the AL shortstop crop, will create some fun races to watch as the votes come in.

Also on this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, the guys talk about Juan Soto’s forearm tightness and why New York Yankees fans shouldn’t be overly concerned about the injury just yet, the ascension of Gunnar Henderson despite his draft status and the epic match-up between Paul Skenes and Shohei Otahni earlier this week in Pittsburgh.

Jake & Jordan then give their picks for this weeks’ The Good, The Bad and The Uggla and highlight a couple weekend matchups including the London series between the New York Mets and Philadelphia Phillies.

(2:30) - All Star game voting process

(8:17) - Infield

(28:30) - Outfield

(34:36) - Designated hitter

(41:22) - Juan Soto’s forearm injury

(45:21) - Gunnar Henderson’s ascension

(53:21) - Paul Skenes vs. Shohei Ohtani

(54:58) - The Good

(59:15) - The Bad

(1:02:13) - The Uggla

(1:07:04) - Weekend preview

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Another gambling scandal in Major League Baseball, Dodgers-Pirates notes, Rhys returns to Philly & listener mailbag Jun 05, 2024

For the second time this year, a major betting scandal has been uncovered in Major League Baseball that includes four players being suspended for one year and one receiving a lifetime ban. Although the names aren’t as noticeable as the previous scandal, MLB made a swift and impactful ruling on these five players.

Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman break down the scandal including some background on Tucupita Marcano, who received a lifetime ban, and why his punishment was much harsher than the four other players included in this report. Plus, they discuss why MLB had to make an example out of these players.

Later on this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, Jordan talks about attending the Los Angeles Dodgers-Pittsburgh Pirates game on Tuesday night, where Tyler Glasnow made his return to PNC Park as a completely different pitcher and Jake talks about why Rowdy Tellez has earned the ire of Pirates fans.

Jake & Jordan then get into Rhys Hoskins’ return to Philadelphia. Gerrit Cole’s first rehab start in AA and open up the listener mailbag answering why fans can’t vote on pitchers to make the All-Star Game, who the leading ump is for most disliked in the sport and much more.

(1:51) - Another gambling scandal

(22:46) - Dodgers-Pirates matchup

(26:49) - Rowdy Tellez ire

(31:32) - Rhys’s return to Philly

(33:36) - Gerrit Cole makes a rehab start

(34:47) - Listener emails

(38:30) - Voting for pitchers for All-Star Game

(44:40) - Umpire villain number one

(47:06) - Funniest double play combo

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Yankees’ Aaron Judge’s epic performance in San Francisco, Tommy Pham’s ready to fight & recapping MLB’s weekend Jun 03, 2024

When the New York Yankees play on the road, there’s always some buzz because of the superstars that come along with them. However, this past weekend in San Francisco, there was a little extra buzz in Oracle Park because of Aaron Judge’s first time playing where he almost signed prior to the 2023 season.

Jake Mintz and the newly-moved Jordan Shusterman talk about the Yankees' Bay Areas sweep of the Giants, where the Major League Baseball player of the month for May, Judge, helped lead his squad with a three-home-run performance, as well as Juan Soto doing Juan Soto things and hitting a go-ahead home run in the 9th on Sunday.

Also on this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, the guys talk about the altercation between Tommy Pham and William Contreras over the weekend that led to the benches clearing in Milwaukee, as well as taking a look at the Detroit Tigers sending Spencer Torkelson back down to the minors, the Baltimore Orioles dueling with multiple Tommy John surgeries and the Seattle Mariners' dominant starting pitching weekend.

Later in the show, Jake and Jordan discuss the disappointing ending to Birmingham-Southern Panthers’ college baseball season and why it was a fitting end to their college sports legacy. Then Jake rants about lazy people on the internet criticizing play-by-play announcers.

(2:01) - A note from Lou Gehrig Day

(4:18) - The sweeps

(5:39) - Aaron Judge or Shohei Ohtani?

(13:15) - Tommy Pham’s ready to throw down

(28:05) - The splits

(39:34) - The series wins

(45:56) - Orioles' Tommy John problems

(56:37) - College Baseball roundup

(1:01:10) - Jake has a rant

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Jorge Lopez-New York Mets debacle, Blue Jays go 'night mode', Yankees' rotation injury May 31, 2024

The New York Mets are no strangers to making headlines on and off the field. On Wednesday, they managed to do it again with the actions of their now-former reliever Jorge Lopez and his meltdown after being ejected from the game.

Jake Mintz is joined by national baseball reporter from the Washington Post, Chelsea Janes, as they talk about what led up to the incident on the field, the miscommunication in Jorge’s postgame scrum and why it seems like the Mets let him down for the backlash he received.

Also on this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, Jake and Chelsea look at how the Washington Nationals have improved enough to make this a success so far and they talk about why the Baltimore Orioles need to at least get to the ALCS for 2024 to be considered another step forward for their young group of players.

Later, they discuss why there should be some concern for the New York Yankees' rotation after losing Clark Schmidt for 4-6 weeks, the Toronto Blue Jays releasing their “night mode” City Connect uniforms and give their takes for The Good, The Bad & The Uggla for this week.

(1:25) - Chelsea’s time playing college softball

(3:59) - Jorge Lopez-Mets situation

(19:34) - Nationals success this season

(28:05) - Next step for the Orioles

(32:58) - Clark Schmidt injury

(35:36) - Blue Jays City Connect

(38:33) - The Good

(42:02) - The Bad

(46:15) - The Uggla

(53:26) - Weekend preview

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MLB integrates Negro Leagues stats in historic move, Angel Hernandez retires, Craig Counsell returns to Milwaukee May 29, 2024

On Wednesday, Major League Baseball announced the historic news that stats from the Negro Leagues would be integrated into the baseball all-time record book. This huge step will forever change the way that the overall story of baseball is told. Now, some of the most important players of the game who were never fully recognized for their contribution to the sport, will finally be recognized among their fellow greats. Jake Mintz is joined by National MLB Insider Russell Dorsey as they discuss the integration of these statistics into the Major League record and the history behind this move taking place.

Later on this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, baseball YouTube content creator Bailey Freeman, aka Foolish Baseball, joins Jake as they discuss the shocking retirement of one of the most famous umpires in the game, Angel Hernandez, and who will now become the next famous umpire fans will love to hate.

Jake and Bailey then talk about Craig Counsell making his first return to Milwaukee as the manager of the Chicago Cubs and why the boos he received were understandable from the crowd, plus a discussion about if an MVP award for Cleveland Guardians third basemen Jose Ramirez could be in his future this season and if the Philadelphia Phillies are now the leading candidate for the 2024 National League pennant.

(1:51) - MLB integrates Negro League stats

(20:05) - Bailey Freeman joins the show

(21:22) - Angel Hernandez retires

(32:18) - Who’s the new poster child for bad umping?

(36:55) - Craig Counsell returns to Milwaukee

(45:54) - Jose Ramirez, Guardians stay hot

(54:36) - Other MLB notes

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Ronald Acuña Jr. out for the year, Orioles mop White Sox & Guardians are hot May 27, 2024

Coming into the 2024 season, the Atlanta Braves had high hopes to make another run at a World Series title. While they’ve done a good job so far despite losing ace pitcher Spencer Strider for the season, losing star outfielder Ronald Acuña Jr., for the remainder of the season will be just another test.

Jake Mintz & Jordan Shusterman discuss why the loss of Acuña Jr. sucks not just for the Braves but for baseball fans and for the league, as well as why there’s a chance the 2024 National League MVP may not be the same explosive player we’ve grown accustomed to watching when he returns. However, there should still be confidence in Braves General Manager Alex Anthopoulos to find a way to keep the Braves in a position for a postseason spot.

Also on this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, the guys recap all the action from the weekend including the Baltimore Orioles completing the mop of the Chicago White Sox, the Cleveland Guardians continuing their hot streak with a sweep of the Los Angeles Angles and why there’s nothing to worry about the Los Angeles Dodgers being swept by the Cincinnati Reds.

Jake & Jordan close out this episode by talking about the Cinderella NCAA Division III Birmingham–Southern College Panthers baseball team making the College World Series in pursuit of their first title despite their school shutting down a few weeks ago. Jordan also talks about his big upcoming move.

(1:43) - Ronald Acuña Jr. done for the year

(16:14) - Orioles mop the White Sox

(20:44) - The sweeps

(23:54) - Reds sweep Dodgers

(34:31) - The series wins

(37:22) - Brewers-Red Sox benches clear

(48:56) - BSC Panthers make College World Series

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Rangers are stalling, James Wood is getting close, Orioles-White Sox controversial ending & Harper’s prom-posal May 24, 2024

The Texas Rangers won their first-ever World Series in 2023 and it was in part to their scorching hot month of May, when they went 18-9. That was also when fans started taking notice that it could be a special year for them. Unfortunately, that hasn’t been the case this season for the Rangers as they currently sit below .500 with a negative run differential.

Jake Mintz & Jordan Shusterman talk about what’s going wrong with the defending World Series champs, including if they can afford to wait until the trade deadline to bolster their already ailing pitching rotation and why they can’t bank on a healthy Jacob deGrom to return this season.

Also on this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, the guys talk about the controversial finish to the Baltimore Orioles and Chicago White Sox game that saw an umpire make a rare call to end the game, Jake talks about seeing James Wood play in person and a funny interaction he had with future-Hall-of-Famer Dusty Baker in the stands at the game.

Jake & Jordan then give their Good, Bad & Uggla for the week, which includes Bryce Harper helping out a high schooler with his prom-posal, the Toronto Blue Jays bringing back their home run blazer, Maysn Winn’s not-so-enthusiastic reaction to the St. Louis Cardinals’ City Connect uniforms and much more.

(1:57) - Jake recaps his alumni high school game

(9:13) - Orioles-White Sox controversy

(17:00) - O’s swept for the first time since 2022 in regular season

(19:45) - Rangers aren’t doing so well

(23:33) - Listener email

(30:46) - Watching James Wood in person

(42:31) - Dusty Baker story

(46:46) - The good

(52:02) - The bad

(55:13) - The Uggla

(1:03:58) - Weekend preview

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Oneil Cruz is hitting angry, Shohei Ohtani and Kyle Tucker leading the league, the Royals are turning heads with Jake Eisenberg May 22, 2024

The Pittsburgh Pirates made headlines recently when they called up Paul Skenes, the No. 1 pick of the 2023 MLB Draft. Well, the Buccos are making headlines again and this time, it’s thanks to someone in the batters box.

Jake Mintz & Jordan Shusterman discuss Oneil Cruz’s historic Statcast night on Tuesday, when he smashed three balls over 115 miles per hour, including two over 120 MPH. Cruz, who missed the majority of the 2023 season due to injury, made an error earlier in the game, which led to him hitting angry, and setting the Statcast world ablaze.

Also on this edition of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, the guys talk about the current home run leader in baseball, Kyle Tucker, and if he’s becoming must-see television for fans. They then get into the current batting leader, Shohei Ohtani, and who in the top ten could possibly keep up this stretch for the rest of the season.

Later, Jake & Jordan welcome Kansas City Royals announcer Jake Eisenberg to talk about the team's surprising success this year behind their phenom shortstop, Bobby Witt Jr., and reliable captain behind the dish, Salvador Perez. Jake gives his defense for why this Royals team has been a long time coming and could be poised for good things this year.

(2:14) - Oneil Cruz hitting angry

(11:34) - Kyle “home run” Tucker

(16:38) - Ohtani leading batting race

(25:44) - Catching up on the Royals

(31:48) - Jake Eisenberg joins the show

(41:49) - Can the Royals maintain success?

(51:15) - Why Bobby Witt Jr. is special

(55:08) - Quick notes from around the league

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Phillies taking advantage, Yankees pitching dilemma, Skenes impresses at Wrigley & Cardinals’ City Connect May 20, 2024

The two teams with the most wins in baseball did what they’ve done pretty often this season: win. The Philadelphia Phillies, who lead the National League with 34 wins, and the New York Yankees, who lead the American League with 33 wins, both had successful weekends walking away with sweeps of their opponents.

Jake Mintz & Jordan Shusterman talk about how the Phillies have taken advantage of their schedule for the first two months and why they could be in for a rude awakening when the competition starts to get a little tougher. They also discuss the potential questions the Yankees will face when Gerrit Cole returns to their rotation.

The guys also get into all the other matchups from the weekend including Paul Skenes’ dominating encore performance at Wrigley Field against the Chicago Cubs, Shohei Ohtani hitting his first walk-off in four years, the Baltimore Orioles taking this round of the Bar-B-Cast Bowl against the Seattle Mariners and they give a review of the St. Louis Cardinals’ City Connect uniforms.

(2:14) - The sweeps

(4:25) - Yankees rotation dilemma

(19:23) - Phillies strength of schedule

(27:46) - 3-1 series wins

(37:38) - 2-1 series wins

(52:16) - Cardinals’ City Connect uniforms

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Yankees looking to extend Juan Soto, Elly De La Cruz is unreal & listener emails May 17, 2024

After the New York Yankees did what they always seem to do, continuing their 20+ years of obliterating the Minnesota Twins, the team made some noise off the field when owner Hal Steinbrenner said he’s looking to possibly extend superstar Juan Soto during this season. That might be easier said than done due to the usual negotiating tactics of Soto’s agent, Scott Boras. Jake Mintz & Jordan Shusterman kick off the podcast discussing the upcoming negotiations between Soto’s representation & the Yankees.

The guys then get into the unreal start that Cincinnati Reds phenom Elly De La Cruz has launched off to on the base paths (including four steals Thursday night against the Dodgers), why his goal of 80 stolen bases seems like easy money and the reason why a certain famous video game helps him elevate his play whenever he’s in Los Angeles.

Later, Jake & Jordan answer some listenr emails where they apologize for doubting Javier Assad, share which teams they’re most optimistic about, give their Good, Bad and Uggla for the week and close out highlighting a few games they’re looking forward to this weekend.

(1:32) - Caitlin Clark’s home debut in-person

(3:56) - Yankees own the Twins + Soto negotiation

(15:14) - Sweeps & mops recap

(31:52) - Listener emails

(45:04) - Good, bad & Uggla

(1:00:21) - Weekend preview

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New Statcast hitting metrics explained, Phillies first to 30 wins, Angels are scuffling May 15, 2024

For the longest time in baseball we have had some of the most detailed pitching metrics thanks to Major League Baseball’s Statcast technology, but now we are privy to a little more in-depth information in how hitters swing and make contact thanks to the newly released data and updated tech at ballparks.

Jake Mintz & Jordan Shusterman discuss and explain what these new metrics are and how they will be useful for teams, writers and even fans in evaluating players. With the use of bat speed, swing length, squared up rate, sweet spot percentage and blast rate, you’ll now be able to tell if certain hitters are battling an injury, if they’re changing their approach depending on the count or if a team has an overall developed hitting philosophy, just to name a few, because of these stats.

Also on this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, the guys get into the success of the Philadelphia Phillies and how despite battling through some adversity, they’ve become the first team in baseball to 30 wins. They also discuss Ron Washington and the disappointing Los Angeles Angels following a botched suicide squeeze play, as well as give some quiet notes from around the league.

(1:56) - New Statcast hitting metrics

(23:38) - How these stats will be used

(28:21) - A look at early data trends

(37:03) - Phillies are first to 30 wins

(47:05) - Everything going wrong with Angels

(53:16) - Notes from around the league

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Recapping Paul Skenes’ debut, Rockies sweep the champs, Cardinals’ deep-rooted problems & Dylan Bundy retires May 13, 2024

This weekend at PNC Park, the baseball world got their first glimpse of the future for the Pittsburgh Pirates when Paul Skenes made his long awaited debut.

And boy did it have everything and more.

Jake Mintz & Jordan Shusterman give their review of the start from the 21-year-old future ace, as well as discuss the wacky and crazy game that would ensure once Skenes came out of the game. While the Pirates were able to get the win, it would all come after one of the weirdest innings of baseball either have ever seen.

Also on this edition of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, the guys recap all the action from around the league this weekend including the Colorado Rockies surprising everyone by sweeping the defending World Series champion Texas Rangers in Denver, the deep-rooted problems that surround the St. Louis Cardinals and the Atlanta Braves’ pitching stepping up in Queens against the New York Mets.

The guys close out the show by discussing the retirement of Dylan Bundy and why he could be a cautionary tale for young, phenom pitchers on the rise in the minors who must continue to develop once they get to the big leagues.

1:51 - Paul Skenes’ first start in Pittsburgh

18:01 - Rockies complete the sweep against Texas

21:30 - Cardinals’ deep problems

30:40 - Ron Washington’s confidence in Angels

33:52 - Postseason Padres

39:18 - Braves pitching stepping up

49:56 - Astros showing signs of life

55:09 - Dylan Bundy’s retirement

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Paul Skenes has arrived, Ippei pleads guilty, Rangers weird trade & baseball pranks May 10, 2024

Get pumped Pittsburgh Pirates fans, Paul Skenes is on his way to PNC Park.

After it was announced on Wednesday, the number one overall pick of the 2023 MLB Draft will make his first start for the club on Saturday against the Chicago Cubs. After dominating in the minors in less than half a full season, the powerful righty has proven that he’s ready for the show.

Jake Mintz & Jordan Shusterman get fans hyped up for baseball’s number three overall prospect, dishing what kind of player Skenes is, the comparisons to him and former Washington Nationals ace Stephen Strasburg’s MLB debut and why when you watch him pitch, there’s something noticeably special about him.

Also on this episode, the guys discuss Shohei Ohtani’s former translator Ippei Mizuhara pleading guilty to authorities, a strange trade that the Texas Rangers just made and why the ridiculous Mason Miller trade calls are starting to get louder.

Closing out the show, Jake & Jordan give their Good, Bad and Uggla for this week, which include the Tampa Bay Rays pranking one of their rookies, the Los Angeles Angels questionable roster construction and Derek Thomas ranking as the best home plate umpire this season. We also get a quick peek of what Jake and Jordan are looking forward to in baseball this weekend.

0:50 - Paul Skenes will start this weekend for Pittsburgh

19:46 - Ohtani-Ippei gambling scandal update

24:17 - Texas Rangers make a trade

28:14 - Mason Miller on the move?

30:56 - The Good

35:08 - The Bad

42:20 - The Uggla

46:53 - Weekend preview

47:57 - Jake glasses update

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End of the Astros dynasty, Blue Jays panic, Tigers City Connect, Eitan Levine's journey for most first pitches May 08, 2024

The Houston Astros have been one of the best teams in baseball since 2015. With multiple World Series wins and four American League pennants, they’ve been a model of success in MLB.

However, all things must end eventually.

Jake Mintz & Jordan Shusterman talk about the Astros dynasty and if their trip to the Bronx this week could result in the final death knell on this season. Between their underperforming offense and their disappointing pitching, after a pounding by the New York Yankees on Tuesday, the Astros are a shell of what we’ve been used to.

Also on this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast the guys get into the Toronto Blue Jays’ struggles this year and if it’s time to panic about them, Corbin Carroll possibly on the rebound following his rough start to the season and they discuss all the happenings in the NL Central.

Later, Jake & Jordan are joined by comedian Eitan Levine as they dive into his journey attempting to break the Guinness world record for most first pitches in a season and they close out the show talking about the Detroit Tigers new City Connect uniforms and why the Rays can’t stop wearing theirs.

1:35 - End of Astros dynasty

8:12 - Panic in Toronto

15:28 - Corbin Carroll is back?

20:45 - NL Central round-up

24:47 - Eitan Levine joins the show

39:45 - Rays & Tigers city connect

46:51 - 20 inning softball game

50:40 - Jake needs glasses

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Blockbuster May trade by Padres, MVP Ohtani has arrived, Willie Mays’ 93rd birthday & weekend recap May 06, 2024

It’s not too often you see a big-time trade in the beginning of May, but the San Diego Padres struck while the iron was hot and acquired two-time batting champ Luis Arraez from the Miami Marlins this past weekend.

Jake Mintz & Jordan Shusterman talk about the trade made by general manager A.J. Preller, the instant impact that the two-time All-Star has already had on the Padres and why it’s a clear sign that the team is focused on making the postseason this year.

Also on this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, Jake & Jordan break down every series from this past weekend, including a potential NLCS preview that saw the Los Angeles Dodgers sweeping the Atlanta Braves thanks to Shohei Ohtani going full MVP mode, the Seattle Mariners taking two of three from the Houston Astros causing the 'Stros to sink even further in the AL West and why Jordan is finally jumping ship on the St. Louis Cardinals after a dreadful weekend against the Chicago White Sox.

The guys close the episode by wishing all-time baseball great Willie Mays a very happy 93rd birthday by reminiscing about his remarkable hall-of-fame career and the lasting impact he’s had on the game.

2:07 - Padres-Marlins make a trade

15:48 - Weekend recap, the sweeps

22:24 - Phillies time to strike

29:15 - Juan Soto is clutch

36:40 - The series wins

47:30 - Jumping ship on Cardinals

56:34 - Willie Mays’ 93rd birthday

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Bees delay game in Arizona, Twins are on fire, Rays city connect & standings draft May 03, 2024

You never know who will become an instant celebrity in baseball. This was the case on Tuesday night at Chase Field, when the game between the Arizona Diamondbacks and the Los Angeles Dodgers was delayed by two hours due to an invasion of bees.

Enter bees control specialist Matt Hilton.

Jake Mintz & Jordan Shusterman discuss what became a viral moment when Hilton eradicated the bees that gathered on the net behind home plate, which led to Hilton getting bestowed the honor of throwing out the first pitch prior to the game.

Also on this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, the guys talk about the suddenly surging Minnesota Twins and their 10-game winning streak, coming to terms with the fact that Mike Trout is injury plagued at this point of his career and the Tampa Bay Rays releasing their city connect uniforms to rave reviews.

Jake & Jordan then do a baseball standings lottery, in which they try to predict which team will maintain their spot in the divisional standings by the time the season ends. The guys also give their good, bad and Uggla for this week, that includes Pete Crow-Armstrong’s helmet use, Kyle Bradish returning to the mound and so much more.

1:18 - The Twins are on fire

8:57 - Rays city connect uniforms

14:33 - Mike Trout is out

22:00 - O’s take 3-of-4 from Yankees

23:20 - Standings draft

39:39 - The good

43:17 - The bad

50:37 - The Uggla (bees talk)

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Paul Skenes is getting close, Clayton Kershaw biography author Andy McCullough May 01, 2024

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Clayton Kershaw is one of the most accomplished MLB players of this generation and now, we have a comprehensive biography detailing the backstory of what made him the future hall of famer that he is.

Jake Mintz & Jordan Shusterman are joined by senior writer of The Athletic and author of The Last of His Kind: Clayton Kershaw and the Burden of Greatness to discuss the biography about the All-Star lefty pitcher. In their discussion, the guys get into why Andy chose to focus on Kershaw, the mindset that the lefty needed to pivot his modest high school career into greatness in the bigs and how he has dealt with and overcome his postseason failures.

Also on this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, Jordan talks about seeing Paul Sekens pitch in person in Indiana as he gets closer to his inevitable call-up by the Pittsburgh Pirates. And, the guys discuss why it’s taking the Buccos so long to call-up Skenes, who is clearly ready for the big time.

The guys also briefly touch on the Los Angeles Angels losing Mike Trout for a significant period of time after it was reported he will undergo surgery for his torn meniscus.

2:31 - Paul Sekens call-up is inevitable

11:57 - Watching Skenes in Indiana

18:43 - Andy McCullough joins the show

27:10 - How Clayton Kershaw deals with pressure

32:02 - Kershaw’s playoff failures

42:21 - Where are we at with Kershaw now?

49:30 - Kershaw finally winning a World Series

54:52 - Andy on the process of writing the biography

1:03:48 - Mike Trout needs surgery

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MLB uniforms are changing again, Twins’ home run sausage & Ohtani vs. Blue Jays fans Apr 29, 2024

One of the biggest stories in all of baseball has taken a new twist and it’s something that fans and players can equally rejoice about. Major League Baseball will be reverting their uniforms back to how they were from previous seasons, as reported on Sunday night by ESPN’s Jeff Passan.

While the changes could take as long as the full season to go into place, it’s a step forward that many in the baseball community were hoping for. Jake Mintz & Jordan Shusterman express their delight in the changes, after which we’ll hopefully see larger letters on the backs of jerseys, pants that aren’t see-through and jerseys where players like Carlos Rodon aren’t completely sweating through.

Also on this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, the guys recap all the action from the weekend including where the Minnesota Twins came up with their home run sausage dugout celebration and why manager Rocco Baldelli is trying his best to be the adult in the room over this outrageous new rally item.

Jake & Jordan also talk about the not-so-warm reception Shohei Ohtani received this weekend from Toronto Blue Jays fans, a recap of the Mexico City series between the Houston Astros and Colorado Rockies and the recent complete dominance from Oakland Athletics closer Mason Miller.

1:03 - Uniform changes are coming

9:15 - Weekend sweeps

19:03 - Twins home run sausage

32:46 - The series wins

39:47 - Ohtani’s not-so-warm reception

45:38 - Braves vs Guardians

56:23 - Shota Imanaga continuing to impress

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Astros have dug a big hole, Ohtani returns to Toronto & Pete Crow-Armstrong’s first MLB hit Apr 26, 2024

When we previewed the 2024 MLB season a few months back, it was pretty clear which teams would be in the basement of the baseball standings. With teams like the Chicago White Sox and Colorado Rockies living up to their projections, it’s the Houston Astros and their 7-19 record that shocks us here on the Baseball Bar-B-Cast.

Jake Mintz & Jordan Shusterman try to make sense of how the once powerhouse Astros sit in last place in the AL West and place among some of the worst teams in the league. They talk about the numerous injuries that have ravaged their pitching staff, the bad signings that they’ve made and why the front office consists of former MLB players that probably aren’t qualified to make roster decisions.

The guys then discuss their Good, Bad, Uggla for the week, in which they highlight Chicago Cubs outfielder Pete Crow-Armstrong getting his first major league hit, a home run, during a day game at Wrigley Field after failing to get a hit when he was called up last season.

Jake & Jordan also touch on what the reaction might be like for Shohei Ohtani when he plays in Toronto this weekend, the legend that is Cleveland Guardians pitching prospect Matt “Tugboat” Wilkinson and highlight a few big matchups on the slate for baseball this weekend.

1:24 - What happened to the Astros?

24:18 - Could the Astros break it down?

27:57 - The good

34:37 - The bad

40:35 - The Uggla

49:27 - Weekend preview

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Aaron Boone’s ejection, Orioles successfully tanked & listener emails Apr 24, 2024

New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone has developed quite the reputation within baseball as being someone who isn’t afraid to stick up to his players when they’ve been wronged by umpires. We saw that once again on Monday when he was ejected after only five pitches following a checked swing call at first base. However, it appears he was unjustly thrown from the game following a fan heckling home plate umpire Hunter Wendelstedt.

Jake Mintz & Jordan Shusterman discuss the controversial ejection to the Yankees’ skipper and whether his reputation as someone who’s willing to go toe-to-toe with umpires is affecting how umpires call games against his club.

Also on this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, the guys get into the discourse on how the Baltimore Orioles have gone about creating their roster following a few years of tanking. However, there are other reasons why the O’s have been able to successfully assemble a talented roster mainly made from their own pipeline.

Jake & Jordan close out the episode answering some listener emails including a cricket vs baseball debate, prospect evaluations gone wrong and ask if the World Series winner goes to the White House, where should the worst team in baseball go.

2:30 - Aaron Boone’s ejection

19:20 - Orioles discourse

26:23 - Why the O’s did more than just tank

33:30 - Listener emails

48:31 - San Francisco Giants light show

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Elly De La Cruz is doing it again, Juan Soto is elevating & the Astros may be in trouble Apr 22, 2024

Another weekend is in the books for Major League Baseball and the Baseball Bar-B-Cast is here to catch you up on all the sweeps, series wins, splits and news that you might’ve missed, which includes Cincinnati Reds young star Elly De La Cruz playing like he did last season when he was first called up. Elly’s numbers since the solar eclipse a few weeks ago should have Reds fans very excited for what the future potentially holds for their shortstop.

Jake Mintz & Jordan Shusterman break down the multiple sweeps from the weekend including the Milwaukee Brewers taking care of business against their division rival St. Louis Cardinals to which Jake wonders if Jordan is ready to jump ship on the redbirds after a rough start from players like Paul Goldschmidt, Nolan Arenado and Miles Mikolas.

The guys then discuss the rather large hole the Houston Astros have dug themselves in the AL West after the Washington Nationals took the series from them this weekend, appropriately enough when the Nats honored their 2019 World Series championship team. They also talk about how Juan Soto appears to be elevating the baseball a little more in what has been an absolute dream start with the New York Yankees.

Closing out the show, Jake & Jordan highlight the flop that was the Blake Snell vs. Jordan Montgomery matchup in San Francisco, Colton Cowser tossing an important baseball into the Kauffman Stadium fountains and Jake’s dive into how the word “show” has become a big-time verb used in baseball.

3:35 - The sweeps

9:36 - Jordan on the Angels

25:40 - Time to jump ship on Cardinals?

30:25 - The series wins

33:54 - Are the Astros in trouble?

43:20 - Juan Soto’s big change

56:46 - The splits

1:00:42 - “Show” in baseball

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Logan Webb keeps spinning, Mike Trout is fully back & Mets city connect uniform released Apr 19, 2024

After a quiet Thursday in the baseball world, the Baseball Bar-B-Cast is back with a jam packed episode including a break down of the disappointing start and debut of Texas Rangers pitcher Jack Leiter and Logan Webb continuing to be a steady, fun presence to watch in the San Francisco Giants rotation.

Jake Mintz & Jordan Shusterman then talk about whether they love or hate Detroit Tigers prospect Max Clark’s custom cleats, in which they feature both positive and negative tweets, Cleveland Guardians pitcher Triston McKenzie pitching through a torn ligament in his arm and Mike Trout appearing to be fully back to dominating baseball.

Later, the guys give their good, bad & Uggla for the week that includes Seattle Mariners outfielder Julio Rodriguez joining in on a conversation with LeBron James, Colorado Rockies hitting coach Hensley Meulens being investigated by the Federal Aviation Administration and the Boston Red Sox defense looking really bad early on.

To close out the show, Jake & Jordan react in real-time to the New York Mets city connect uniform and give their thoughts on what they like and what they don’t like from the new release, as well as mention a few headlines they’re keeping an eye on for this weekend in baseball.

2:19 - Jack Leiter’s rough debut

6:48 - Giants-Dbacks thoughts

12:11 - Love it or hate it

22:55 - Congrats on your mentions

28:09 - The good, bad & Uggla

46:58 - Mets city connect reaction

50:44 - Weekend headlines

53:57 - John Sterling tribute

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Early MLB season evaluations, who’s up and who’s down & Jack Leiter debut Apr 17, 2024

Thursday marks the three week window from the start of the 2024 MLB season, so we thought this would be the perfect time to give some early season evaluations based on what we’ve seen thus far.

Jake Mintz & Jordan Shusterman go through all thirty Major League Baseball teams and discuss whether they’re feeling better, worse or the same about each club compared to how they were feeling before the season started. While clubs like the Atlanta Braves and New York Yankees have lost their aces to injury, the guys are only feeling better about one of those teams.

The guys also talk about why they’re feeling better about teams like the Los Angeles Angels (thank you Mike Trout) and the Milwaukee Brewers (thank you Jackson Chourio) and why they’re now down on the Los Angeles Dodgers and somehow even more down on the Chicago White Sox.

Later on this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, Jake & Jordan discuss the long-awaited debut of the 2nd overall pick of the 2021 Major League Baseball Draft, Jack Leiter, and what Texas Rangers fans might be able to expect from the 23-year-old.

2:52 - AL East

10:56 - AL Central

20:08 - AL West

29:51 - NL East

40:39 - NL Central

51:04 - NL West

1:00:11 - Jack Leiter debut

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Jackie Robinson Day, the White Sox are really bad & Scott Boras loses a client Apr 15, 2024

Jackie Robinson Day is considered one of the most special days on the Major League Baseball calendar every year, as teams and players honor the trailblazer who broke the color barrier in baseball and led the way for many athletes in professional sports.

On this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, Jake Mintz & Jordan Shusterman discuss the importance of remembering Jackie's whole legacy and why it can be a little complicated for the league. Jake shares his experience as a little league coach how leagues and communities can continue to help encourage growth within the game at a grassroots level for all kids of different cultures.

The guys then get into the weekend in baseball, including breaking down the very bad Chicago White Sox getting swept by the Cincinnati Reds, Nestor Cortes pulling out an extremely unique pitching windup for the New York Yankees and Ronel Blanco dealing once again for the Houston Astros.

Jake & Jordan wrap-up the show talking Jordan Montgomery ditching Scott Boras, Tommy Pham signing a minor league deal with the Chicago White Sox, Spencer Strider going down for the rest of the season and if a pitcher would intentionally give up a home run so that fans could win free tacos.

1:56 - Jackie Robinson Day celebrated

8:53 - The only sweep from the weekend

14:40 - The series wins

23:06 - Nestor Cortes pulling out some tricks

30:31 - Ronel Blanco is still dealing

45:34 - The weekend splits

48:40 - Other news & notes

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Shohei Ohtani gambling scandal update, Jackson Holliday debut & Red Sox AI jams Apr 12, 2024

The gambling scandal surrounding Los Angeles Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani and his former translator Ippei Mizuhara has been a cloud over the baseball world since the story broke back in March. However, on Thursday, we received quite a few more details that have given this story some closure, at least on Ohtani’s part.

Jake Mintz & Jordan Shusterman discuss the report filed by the IRS, in which Shohei’s side of the story that he delivered at his press conference is confirmed with Mizuhara “betraying” him after stealing money from the Japanese slugger to pay his gambling debts. With countless records and texts messages between Ippei and the illegal bookie now exposed, it appears the feds have a good enough case against Ohtani’s former friend and translator to prove the crime.

Also on this edition of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, the guys talk about the newest member of the Baltimore Orioles, Jackson Holliday, debuting at Fenway Park surrounded by family, including his former big league dad and future baseball draft pick brother, and why he’ll be just fine despite having to learn on the job for a little bit.

They close out the episode giving their good, bad and Uggla from the week including some amazing Boston Red Sox AI generated songs, if the core of the Houston Astros is rotting and an extremely awful hot take regarding Juan Soto and the New York Yankees from a radio show host.

1:10 - Ohtani-Ippei update

38:07 - Jackson Holliday debut

43:08 - The good from this week

48:16 - The bad from this week

54:49 - The Uggla

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Jackson Holliday promotion, Gerrit Cole talks MLB vs MLBPA & White Sox solar eclipse Apr 10, 2024

The baseball world was shook on Tuesday night when it was reported that top prospect in baseball Jackson Holliday was promoted to the big leagues. The Baltimore Orioles called up the first pick in the 2022 MLB Draft and we are all pumped for it here on the Baseball Bar-B-Cast.

Jake Mintz & Jordan Shusterman discuss the hype surrounding Holliday after his brief stint in the minors this season including where he'll play in the O’s already crowded infield, why it was the right time to give Jackson this shot in the majors and the impact he could have on this club despite his youth.

Later in the show, the guys talk about Gerrit Cole following his first throw session since being injured as he chimed in on the recent wave of injuries to pitchers in baseball and what he thinks about the on-going feud between Major League Baseball and the MLB Players Association.

They also get into the Boston Red Sox honoring Tim Wakefield and not inviting Curt Schilling, a few members of the Chicago White Sox who didn’t care about the solar eclipse and Pittsburgh Pirates slugger Rowdy Tellez defending closer David Bender from the recent boo’s he’s received from bucco fans.

1:34 - O’s call-up Holliday

23:07 - Gerrit Cole speaks

32:30 - Tyler Glasnow is shoving

36:55 - Red Sox notes

41:05 - White Sox solar eclipse non-fans

47:32 - Rowdy Tellez defends David Bednar

52:27 - NL Central is up for grabs

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Pitcher injury pandemic, Skip to split with Marlins & weekend in baseball recap Apr 08, 2024

Injuries to pitchers in baseball are bound to happen. It’s become part of the game that many have to just accept. However, it doesn’t make it any better when we hear that Cleveland Guardians pitcher Shane Bieber will have to get Tommy John Surgery and end his 2024 campaign so early. The same could also be said for Atlanta Braves ace Spencer Strider after his UCL sprain diagnosis over the weekend.

Jake Mintz & Jordan Shusterman take a look at this pandemic plaguing baseball and whether or not the MLBPA was right to blame the uptick in injuries to pitchers on the newly imposed pitch clock rules. They also discuss Dr. James Andrews, a leading doctor in performing Tommy John surgery, and his comments on what could be the contributing factor to this problem in the sport.

Later in the show, the Baseball Bar-B-Cast crew gives the weekend recap from around the league including if we should start taking teams like the Kansas City Royals and Pittsburgh Pirates seriously, if the roll call at New York Yankees games is lame and the Miami Marlins decision to void current manager Skip Schumaker’s 2025 club option.

2:13 - Inside the pitcher injury plague

9:30 - Are pitchers acting in their best interest?

17:02 - Is the pitch clock to blame?

26:44 - Mops & sweeps from the weekend

35:16 - Series wins from the weekend

44:59 - Yankees roll call displeasure

1:01:21 - Marlins-Schumaker to split in 2025

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The A’s are going to Sacramento, a Marlins fire sale & the good, the bad and the Uggla Apr 05, 2024

On Thursday, the baseball world finally got some sort of resolve about where the Oakland Athletics will be playing baseball next year. We think at least. A’s owner John Fisher announced the team will be playing at Sutter Health Park in Sacramento, the home of the Triple-A River Cats, for the next three seasons.

Jake Mintz & Jordan Shusterman discuss why the A’s needed to find a new ballpark to play after yet another tumultuous start in Oakland this year, the unfortunate situation that the fans are stuck in and the questionable comments made by Fisher being excited to see Aaron Judge hit home runs against his team at their temporary home.

Also on this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, the guys dive into why the 0-8 Miami Marlins might find themselves in fire sale mode well before the trade deadline because of their rough start. While there are still players to be hopeful about with the Marlins, there are a few players that teams already covet and could make a play for with the team spiraling.

To close out the show, Jake & Jordan bring back the good, the bad and the Uggla to talk about the biggest hits and misses from this week in baseball. Thankfully, one of our favorite players just missed getting hit by a sausage in Milwaukee.

3:07 The A’s are on the move

22:32 Are the Marlins about to sell?

30:19 The Good

34:39 The Bad

39:21 The Uggla

48:29 Jake says thanks

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Mookie Betts is on fire, first no-hitter of 2024, new MLB stadiums? Apr 03, 2024

The Los Angeles Dodgers were the talk of baseball for their historic offseason, but it’s their outfielder turned shortstop Mookie Betts who has set the league ablaze for his start to 2024.

Jordan Shusterman & guest host Russell Dorsey discuss what Mookie is doing right at the plate that’s already resulted in his league leading five home runs and 11 RBI, as well as why the Dodgers are fixing to get better as the season goes on with Walker Buehler starting his rehab assignment.

The guys also get into the first no-hitter thrown in baseball this season by the unlikely source of Ronel Blanco. It’s just another instance of the Houston Astros and their impressive ability to develop pitchers. However, is there reason to worry about their bullpen after a rough start to their campaign?

Also on this edition of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, Jordan & Russ talk about Mike Trout and Bryce Harper’s impressive nights at the dish, the Oakland Athletics and Kansas City Royals each facing issues with getting a new stadium and round-up news from around the league.

3:15 Mookie Betts on fire

14:47 Ronel Blanco’s no-hitter

26:54 A new Blue Jays weapon?

32:06 Trout & Harper homers

38:39 White Sox pitching

43:54 A’s & Royals stadium issues

51:27 Injury roundup

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Juan Soto making an impact, Rhys Hoskins-Mets rivalry, first weekend recap Apr 01, 2024

There’s only been one weekend since baseball has returned and we are already flushed with stories to discuss right here on the Baseball Bar-B-Cast. We saw quite a few sweeps this past weekend, as well as a couple mops. Don’t worry, we’ll explain.

Juan Soto made a great first impression while helping the New York Yankees complete their four-game sweep of their dreaded nemesis Houston Astros. While Yankee fans are flying high and feeling good about their offseason re-tooling, there’s another new addition to the club who Jake Mintz & Jordan Shusterman think will become an unlikely fan favorite this season for the Bronx faithful.

The guys also discuss the benches clearing disagreement that occurred in Queens between the New York Mets’ Jeff McNeil and the Milwaukee Brewers’ Rhys Hoskins. While there is a history between these two players dating back to Rhys' Philadelphia Phillies days, his questionable slide left McNeil calling him the dirtiest player in baseball.

Jake & Jordan complete their recaps and talk about Atlanta Braves outfielder Michael Harris getting into it with Phillies fans on social media and why that’s good for their already boiling rivalry.

2:01 - The mops in baseball this weekend

4:35 - Juan Soto’s impact

16:44 - Pirates mop the Marlins

27:27 - Hoskins vs Mets

39:26 - The series splits

57:22 - Michael Harris beefing with Phillies fans

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The return of baseball, Opening Day recaps, starter draft update Mar 29, 2024

Baseball returned with a bang on Thursday and the Baseball Bar-B-Cast crew is here to catch you up on all the news and notes from the best day on the sports calendar year.

Jake Mintz & Jordan Shusterman discuss how they spent their Opening Day including Jake with the Baltimore Orioles welcoming their new owner with a rousing win against Mike Trout and the Los Angeles Angels and Jordan watching the upstart Cincinnati Reds taking down the Washington Nationals in Cincy.

The guys then go around the league giving updates on every game that was played on Thursday, talking about the controversial ninth inning between the Texas Rangers and Chicago Cubs, the New York Yankees defeating the Houston Astros in a thriller and the depressing final Opening Day for the Oakland Athletics.

To close out the show, Jake & Jordan give an update on how they did in their Opening Day starter draft competition. Spoiler alert, it wound up being very one-sided due to a terrible pick. But with two games still to be played, is there a chance for a comeback?

1:43 Baseball is back baby!

3:06 O's-Angels kick-off the season

13:30 Reds open up in Cincinnati

21:02 Opening Day roundup

32:15 Yankees-Astros face-off

39:50 Controversial 9th in Texas

49:46 Starter draft update

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Opening Day starter draft, Montgomery to D-backs, 2024 award predictions Mar 27, 2024

Opening Day is officially less than 24 hours away and we here on the Baseball Bar-B-Cast couldn’t be more excited. While spring training has felt like it’s been going on for a while now, the start of meaningful baseball games is finally upon us.

Jake Mintz & Jordan Shusterman celebrate the start of the 2024 season with a friendly competition by drafting every starting pitcher scheduled to pitch on the Thursday slate to see who puts together a better performing squad. While this may sound like an easy exercise, things start to get interesting towards the end of the draft.

The guys then give their predictions for who will take home all the major awards at the end of the season, including the MVP, the Cy Young, Rookie of the Year and the Manager of the Year. Jake & Jordan also give their thoughts on Jordan Montgomery finally finding a home with the Arizona Diamondbacks and react to the unforgettable Shohei Ohtani press conference.

2:45 Opening Day is tomorrow!

6:25 Ohtani press conference reaction

18:43 Montgomery to the D-backs

24:18 Opening Day starter draft

46:23 2024 award predictions

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Shohei Ohtani to address the media, spring training roundup, 2024 team picks Mar 25, 2024

The sports world continues to be captivated by the gambling scandal surrounding Los Angeles Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani and his now former interpreter Ippei Mizuhara. We finally should be, maybe, possibly will be getting answers when the Japanese slugger addresses the media on Monday.

With many questions remaining unanswered, Jake Mintz & Jordan Shusterman speculate what Ohtani may say after Major League Baseball finally announced that they will be opening an investigation into this matter.

Also on this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, the guys discuss the interesting quotes regarding why J.D. Martinez chose to sign with the New York Mets over the San Francisco Giants, Wyatt Langford making the Texas Rangers, Jackson Holliday starting the season in the minors and thoughts on the passing of long-time Baltimore Orioles owner Peter Angelos.

Jake & Jordan wrap the episode up by making their predictions for which teams will win their divisions before ultimately choosing who will take home the Commissioner's Trophy in 2024.

4:50 Shohei Ohtani addressing the media

16:45 J.D. Martinez “addicted to the playoffs”

25:37 Who made the big club?

30:29 Jackson Holliday sent to minors

37:36 Thoughts on Peter Angelos & Peter Seidler

47:58 2024 team picks

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AL Central Preview: Clear-cut favorite Twins, Tigers almost ready to roar Mar 22, 2024

We have finally made it to the last division in our 2024 season preview series and we’re ending with the AL Central. While there might not be as much enthusiasm for the central as other divisions, the guys from the Baseball Bar-B-Cast talk about all the interesting and funny players, along with storylines, to watch for this upcoming year.

Jake Mintz & Jordan Shusterman discuss why the Minnesota Twins, fresh off of their 2023 division championship, are the clear-cut favorites and poised to repeat at champs yet again this year. They give their take on why the Detroit Tigers need Spencer Torkelson and Riley Greene to take a step in the right direction this upcoming season after finishing in second place last season.

The guys also talk about budding superstar Bobby Witt Jr. of the Kansas City Royals, Stephen Vogt’s upcoming first year managing the extremely young Cleveland Guardians & the more than likely disaster season coming up from the Chicago White Sox.

Outside of giving their division preview, the guys give a slight update to the Shohei Ohtani gambling scandal, J.D. Martinez signing with the New York Mets & talk about their picks for the NCAA tournament.

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Breaking down the Shohei Ohtani-Ippei Mizuhara gambling scandal Mar 21, 2024

On an emergency episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, we react to everything we know so far about the shocking gambling scandal between Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher/DH Shohei Ohtani and his now former interpreter Ippei Mizuhara.

When the story broke on Wednesday, the initial report was that Ohtani’s good friend and interpreter Mizuhara, who was also employed by the Dodgers, admitted that Ohtani helped him in paying off an illegal gambling debt of $4.5 million. Since then, however, Ohtani’s representatives have changed the story and claim it was theft on Ippei’s part and that Ohtani was not aware of the happenings.

In addition to laying out the timeline of events, including Mizuhara giving two different stories leading many to be confused with what’s the actual truth, Jake Mintz & Jordan Shusterman discuss what the best and the worst case is for the Japanese mega-star at this point, the questions they have about this story & where baseball goes from here.

The guys also quickly talk about the second game between the San Diego Padres and Dodgers from Seoul, if there's any concerns about Yoshinobu Yamamoto after his poor start and why they'd still like to see MLB games played in foreign venues.

1:37 Initial reaction to the news

7:49 Timeline of events

16:17 Questions we have

30:48 Talking through the possibilities

46:46 Dodgers-Padres game 2 recap

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NL Central Preview: Are the Cardinals and Cubs the leaders in the toss-up division? Mar 20, 2024

As we get closer to the start of the season for every team not named the Los Angeles Dodgers and the San Diego Padres, the Baseball Bar-B-Cast guys take their 2024 division preview series to the NL Central. There isn’t necessarily a clear-cut favorite to take the crown this year and perhaps a shift could be happening after multiple offseason moves.

One of the biggest changes in the division is former Milwaukee Brewers manager Craig Counsell taking his talents to the Chicago Cubs. Jake Mintz & Jordan Shusterman wonder if that move is big enough to give the Cubbies a slight advantage over the St. Louis Cardinals, who are coming off of an embarrassing 2023 season.

However, there is reason to believe that maybe the Cincinnati Reds and their slew of sophomore stars can find a way to take the next step and compete for the crown in the central. Also in the division, the Pittsburgh Pirates are excited to get back Oneil Cruz after missing the majority of 2023, with hopes that he can become a core player that they can lean on moving forward.

The guys also discuss the first game of the 2024 MLB season in Seoul, the San Francisco Giants signing Blake Snell & the drama unfolding with the MLB Players Association.

1:54 Dodgers-Padres opener

8:12 Giants sign Blake Snell

11:40 MLBPA drama

13:26 Pittsburgh Pirates

21:57 Milwaukee Brewers

34:17 Cincinatti Reds

47:43 Chicago Cubs

59:45 St. Louis Cardinals

1:15:27 Baseball Bar-B-Cast fantasy league

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NL East Preview: Braves division dominance, Phillies continue to challenge Mar 18, 2024

In the latest edition of our 2024 MLB divisional previews, the Baseball Bar-B-Cast guys take a look at the NL East, home to the reigning division champion Atlanta Braves and National League MVP Ronald Acuña.

Jake Mintz & Jordan Shusterman discuss how the Braves, who have won the division every year since 2018, will look to put last year's embarrassing NLDS loss in their rearview mirror as they try to get back to the World Series. However, they’ll have to compete with the Philadelphia Phillies, the team that knocked them out in October, in order to extend their division championship winning streak to a seventh year.

The Phillies have prioritized keeping the majority of their roster the same as last season, as well as re-signing ace Aaron Nola and extending Zack Wheeler. With a pitching staff that fans of the Phillies can be pumped up about, this is a team that is poised to make yet another deep run in October.

We also talk about the New York Mets and if Pete Alonso will still be with the club at the end of the season, if the Miami Marlins making the postseason again this year is achievable and who can be someone that Washington Nationals fans can be excited about.

4:44 - Washington Nationals

14:35 - Miami Marlins

23:24 - New York Mets

36:07 - Philadelphia Phillies

46:54 - Atlanta Braves

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AL West Preview: Rangers look to repeat, the underdog Astros, Ohtani-less Angels Mar 15, 2024

It’s time to take a trip out west in our 2024 MLB season preview series, this time to the American League West, home of the 2023 World Series defending champion Texas Rangers.

After winning their first title in franchise history, the Rangers will look to become the first team to repeat as champions since the New York Yankees dynasty of the 90’s. However, the Houston Astros are looking to live up to their projections and will try to get back to the title dance despite being titled “underdogs” after their ALCS disappointment.

Jake Mintz & Jordan Shusterman then discuss how the Seattle Mariners will need an a MVP like caliber season from Julio Rodriguez to help them get over the letdown of last season, whether Mike Trout can return to form for the now Shohei Ohtani-less Los Angeles Angels and the mess that is unfortunately the Oakland Athletics.

The guys also talk about the latest update to Gerrit Cole's injury and whether Tommy John surgery might be inevitable for the ace pitcher.

2:43 Gerrit Cole injury update

7:51 Oakland Athletics

1953 Los Angeles Angels

34:33 Seattle Mariners

46:25 Texas Rangers

59:19 Houston Astros

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Dylan Cease traded to Padres, Devin Williams is hurt, Mike Zunino interview Mar 14, 2024

A.J. Preller did it yet again. The San Diego Padres’ GM made another impactful move for his club, but this time it was trading for Chicago White Sox stud pitcher Dylan Cease in exchange for four minor league prospects.

We’re here on the Baseball Bar-B-Cast to break down this blockbuster trade and whether the White Sox did well in exchange for their ace pitcher or if they got fleeced. Jake Mintz & Jordan Shusterman also discuss the latest injury news regarding Milwaukee Brewers closer Devin Williams and what impact his absence will have on their bullpen.

Finally, the guys are joined by former MLB catcher and an all-time favorite of the podcast Mike Zunino to talk about his recently announced retirement, what the future holds for him, the backstory of being labelled "good" by Jordan and so much more.

1:22 Reaction to Dylan Cease trade

12:33 How surprising was this move?

23:59 Devin Williams injured

26:36 Mike Zunino interview

58:39 Origin of “Mike Zunino is good”

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NL West Preview: Dodgers are the team to beat, D-Backs look to surprise again Mar 13, 2024

There’s plenty to be excited about when it comes to the next division in the Baseball Bar-B-Cast preview series, as we take a trip out to the NL West.

Jake Mintz & Jordan Shusterman talk about the division that produced the shocking 2023 National League champion Arizona Diamondbacks and whether they can repeat their surprising success in 2024. However, they’ll have to find a way to deal with the Los Angeles Dodgers, who went on a billion dollar spending spree this offseason, most notably adding Shohei Ohtani and Yoshinobu Yamamoto, as they look to get back to World Series glory.

The guys also discuss if the projections for the San Diego Padres and San Francisco Giants are fair, as well as if the Colorado Rockies can find a way to have some success despite being in one of the tougher divisions in the game.

02:03 Colorado Rockies

12:45 San Diego Padres

25:38 San Francisco Giants

39:29 Arizona Diamondbacks

47:13 Los Angeles Dodgers

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AL East Preview: Red Sox need help, Blue Jays' bad vibes & Yankees Cole injury looming? Mar 11, 2024

The 2024 MLB regular season kicks off in a little over two weeks, so it's time for the Baseball Bar-B-Cast to kick off its first of six division previews. Where else should we start off than the epicenter of east coast bias itself, the AL East.

Jake Mintz & Jordan Shusterman roll through the five teams from worst-to-first in in terms of this year's over/unders, kicking off with the Boston Red Sox, Tampa Bay Rays, Toronto Blue Jays, Baltimore Orioles & New York Yankees.

Can stalwart powerhouses Boston & New York get back into contention after down years? Can the Blue Jays recover from their winter of bad vibes and not signing Shohei Ohtani? What about the latest bad vibes in the Bronx as it was reported this morning that pitcher Gerrit Cole is getting an MRI on his elbow, an extremely concerning sign for the highly-durable ace?

3:54 Boston Red Sox

15:35 Tampa Bay Rays

27:10 Toronto Blue Jays

39:38 Baltimore Orioles

52:46 New York Yankees

1:08:15 AL East standings predictions

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Spring Breakout rosters drop, Brayan Bello gets extension & fantasy baseball sleepers Mar 08, 2024

When Major League Baseball announced the first ever Spring Breakout games, many wondered who would make the rosters for their favorite teams. We finally got our answers and there is plenty to be excited about. Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman talk about some of their favorite players who were named to their squads and why it’ll be a good chance to see some of the lesser known prospects in the baseball world showcased. The guys also discuss Brayan Bello’s contract extension with the Boston Red Sox after his exciting 2023 debut and the need for him to develop a strikeout breaking ball pitch to help take his game to the next level.

Later on, Jake and Jordan are joined by Yahoo Fantasy baseball analyst Dalton Del Don to talk about strategy when drafting your fantasy team this year and why stolen bases are the biggest value one can target. The guys chat about some of their favorite picks outside of the top 100 ranked players who can be a game changer for your fantasy season and a few players who might bounce back after not having a great 2023 campaign.

Jake and Jordan close out the show talking about still active, we think, pitcher Rich Hill joining the Red Sox broadcast booth, Jazz Chisholm’s new diet that excludes daily McDonald’s visits in hopes of staying off the injured list this season and they introduce their new producer for the Baseball Bar-B-Cast.

2:04 - Spring Breakout rosters announced

17:17 - Brayan Bello signs extension with the Boston Red Sox

21:31 - Red Sox-Rays set to meet in Quisqueya

25:05 - Dalton Del Don joins to discuss fantasy baseball moves

51:40 - Rich Hill is in the Red Sox broadcast booth

53:37 - Jazz Chisholm’s new diet that doesn’t include daily McDonald’s visits

1:01:30 - Jake and Jordan welcome their new producer

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A’s Las Vegas stadium designs are outrageous, Lucas Giolito is hurt & spring training is too long Mar 06, 2024

What happens when you have a knock-off Sydney Opera House, no dugouts or netting, an umpire wearing high socks and a fake New York City skyline? You have yourself the renderings of the Oakland Athletics new ballpark in Las Vegas. Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman discuss all the latest ridiculousness from the A’s, including their cowardice of not allowing fans to reply to their X posts for months and whether or not a move to Vegas is actually going to happen.

They then discuss the overreaction to the Pirates’ top prospect Ben Skenes starting the season in the minor leagues and the disconnect between the owner and the team. The 2024 season will see the return of Oneil Cruz after he suffered a season ending injury in April last year, which means the Buccos must find a way to take a step forward after a not-bad 2023.

Later in the episode, the guys talk about Lucas Giolito’s partially torn UCL that will most likely result in the Boston Red Sox pitcher needing Tommy John surgery. This leads to a bigger question being asked: is spring training too long? The countless number of injuries this year has convinced the guys that a must-needed conversation has to be had to prevent this problem going forward.

The Wednesday show wraps up by taking a look at the evolution of Tyler Glasnow as a pitcher in his debut with the Los Angeles Dodgers and the newest career mode in the latest installment of MLB The Show, which allows gamers to play as a woman in career mode.

2:09 - Renderings of the Oakland A's proposed Las Vegas stadium

20:47 - Pittsburgh Pirates could make waves in 2024

29:42 - Lucas Giolito's potentially season-ending injury

36:52 - Is spring training too long?

41:15 - Tyler Glasnow ready for the spotlight in LA

45:17 - MLB The Show adds female playable characters

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Wheeler extends with the Phillies, Chapman lands with the Giants & Fanatics CEO responds to backlash Mar 04, 2024

Jake Mintz & Jordan Shusterman are back on a Monday morning to look at two big NL transactions that happened over the last few days. This morning, the Philadelphia Phillies reportedly locked in pitcher Zack Wheeler on a 3-year, $126 million extension that will keep the Ace in eastern Pennsylvania for another four years. The guys explain why this is a great deal for both sides.

Next, they look back at the San Francisco Giants signing 3B Matt Chapman over the weekend to a 3-year, $54 million deal. Jake & Jordan explain why this is less good for Chapman money-wise and a great move for the Giants, looking to make a dent in the loaded NL West. With larger extensions reportedly left on the table in Oakland and Toronto for Chapman, could his agent Scott Boras' strategy of having his clients wait out the market until deep into March be failing?

In the second half of the podcast, the guys open up the grab bag and hit a number of miscellaneous baseball nuggets from the past week including new Baltimore Orioles owner David Rubenstein visiting spring training, New York Mets owner Steve Cohen clapping back on X, Robinson Canó's return to the Mexican League & more.

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1:25 - Zack Wheeler extension in Philadelphia

12:00 - Matt Chapman signs with Giants

27:35 - Orioles new owner David Rubenstein, man of the people

31:00 - Mets owner Steve Cohen claps back on X

36:35 - Adam LaRoche's son Drake's impressive D3 outing

40:25 - Sixto Sanchez and Brendan McKay are back!

44:30 - Fanatics CEO responds to backlash

47:40 - Robinson Canó in the Mexican League

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Yoshinobu Yamamoto's got the stuff, Shohei Ohtani got married & why aren't all spring training games televised? Mar 01, 2024

Shohei Ohtani isn't the only new player in Dodger blue this offseason making waves. Jake Mintz & Jordan Shusterman kick off this episode reacting to Yoshinobu Yamamoto's first start in spring training, as he threw two scoreless innings against the Texas Rangers and looks exactly as advertised in terms of being an electric addition to the Los Angeles Dodgers starting rotation.

Looking at the Dodgers' NorCal rivals, the guys also respond to Jung Hoo Lee's first homer of spring training and discuss why the San Francisco Giants could be sneakily watchable this season, if not outright good.

Jordan then dives into his frustration around spring training broadcasts and why so many games from March are unavailable to be viewed outside of a few highlights here or there. In a sport that's been desperate to make fans more aware of its teams and stars, and in a time where anything is possible technologically, why limit how many games fans can see?

After the break, the guys dive into what everyone really came here for: Shohei Ohtani's surprise marriage announcement. Jake & Jordan dive into Ohtani's massive privacy in comparison to other stars & try to determine how secret of a wedding the Dodgers star actually had.

Wrapping up the show, the crew discusses a picture circulating around the internet of St. Louis Cardinals legend Yadier Molina wearing Cubs gear, a strange baseball-themed tweet from the Vegas Golden Knights & Jordan's visit with Ken Griffey Jr., who has taken up wildlife photography in his retirement years.

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2:25 - Yoshinobu Yamamoto's Dodger debut

14:00 - Jung Hoo Lee's first homer for San Francisco

18:40 - Why aren't more spring training games broadcast?

29:05 - Shohei Ohtani got secretly married

44:55 - Yadier Molina in Cubs gear?

47:45 - Vegas Golden Knights have baseball tweets

50:25 - Ken Griffey Jr.'s wildlife photography

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Transactions we missed: Dodgers resign Kershaw, Giants pursue Panda's vibes & Nationals' troubling sign Feb 28, 2024

After three weeks off in the middle of February, Jake Mintz & Jordan Shusterman have a lot to catch up on. The guys spend the bulk of today's episode recapping an avalanche of baseball transactions that happened in the leadup to spring training.

First, the Los Angeles Dodgers re-signed Clayton Kershaw on a 2-year deal, keeping the future Hall of Famer in town on a Dodger rotation that, for the first time in years, won't be dependent on him for success. The Dodgers also traded Manuel Margot to the Minnesota Twins and brought back Kiké Hernandez. Oh, and Shohei Ohtani was very good in his spring training debut.

Up the California coastline, the San Francisco Giants signed Jorge Soler to add some power to the middle of their lineup. Intriguingly, they've also brought back Pablo Sandoval, who had been out of the majors for a few years now, in order to recreate some early 2010s magic?

The guys roll through a number of other signings including Brandon Woodruff and Gary Sanchez to the Milwaukee Brewers, Tim Anderson to the Miami Marlins, Gio Urshela to the Detroit Tigers, Liam Hendriks to the Boston Red Sox, the combination of Spencer Turnbull and Whit Merrifield to the Philadelphia Phillies & the St. Louis Cardinals bringin in Brandon Crawford.

Next, they discuss a trio of extensions in Jose Altuve, Bobby Witt Jr. and Mitch Keller all inking deals with the Houston Astros, Kansas City Royals & Pittsburgh Pirates, respectively.

Closing out the show, the guys discuss the Royals bucking the new uniform rules, two teams who will not be getting City Connect jerseys, the Washington Nationals displaying a troubling sign in their bullpen & three non-irrelevant spring training stories.

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3:10 - Dodgers: Ohtani's debut, Kershaw's new deal & Margot trade

15:30 - Giants: Jorge Soler joins the squad, plus Pablo Sandoval?

23:00 - Cardinals bring in Brandon Crawford

25:00 - Lightning-round signings

33:10 - Jose Altuve, Bobby Witt Jr. & Mitch Keller extensions

41:15 - More uniform shenanigans

46:20 - Washington Nationals' disconcering sign

53:05 - 3 Spring Training stories that matter

57:50 - Funny business: Torey Lovullo & little league stories

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Baseball's pants controversy, Bellinger sticks with Cubs & spring training visits to the Dodgers, Orioles, Phillies, Yankees & more Feb 26, 2024

After three weeks off since their last podcast, Jake Mintz & Jordan Shusterman are back with the latest episode of Baseball Bar-B-Cast, now on the Yahoo Sports network. So many exciting baseball things have happened in the last few weeks as spring training gets off the ground, and of course we have nowhere else to start but the pants.

Yes, we need to lead off the show with the ongoing controversy around the new uniforms supplied to the MLB players by Nike and Fanatics. Players hate how they feel around their rear-ends, the lettering looks cheap and weird, and they may be see-through in the groin area. It's a real perfect storm of where baseball silly meets baseball business in the weirdest way possible.

In transaction news, the Chicago Cubs signed OF Cody Bellinger this Saturday to a reported 3-year, $80 million dollar contract with opt-out clauses after each year. The guys explain what this means for Bellinger, the Cubs and for super-agent Scott Boras.

In the second half of the show, Jake & Jordan discuss their myriad spring training visits from the past week, including stops at the Phillies, Orioles, Dodgers, Yankees, Red Sox, Twins, Braves & more. What's the deal with Bryce Harper wanting a contract extension? Is the circus around Shohei Ohtani's move to the Dodgers upstaging their other stars? How about Rafael Devers calling out the front office for Boston's lack of pitching depth?

Wrapping up the show, the guys discuss two upcoming musical tour dates for former St. Louis Cardinals pitcher Adam Wainwright & Jake has an update on the scoop that former Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Carlos Gomez is training for the 2024 Olympics in cycling.

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2:45 - See-through pants controversy keeps on giving

11:00 - Cody Bellinger's 3-year deal to stay in Chicago

23:40 - Spring training visits to Phillies, Orioles, Dodgers, Yankees, Red Sox, Twins & more

53:50 - Adam Wainwright's musical career takes off with two tour dates

57:35 - Carlos Gomez, Olympic cyclist?

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Orioles Get New Ownership and an Ace Pitcher, Theo Is Back in Boston, and Big Pod News Feb 02, 2024

It’s been quite a week for Jake, as his beloved Baltimore Orioles traded for 3x All-Star Corbin Burnes, while also getting new ownership in the form of billionaire Baltimore native David Rubenstein. The guys break down what these moves mean for Baltimore for the 2024 season and beyond. Then, the guys welcome Theo Epstein back to Boston after it was announced that he would be returning to Fenway Sports Group as a senior advisor, talk about the possibility of Backyard Sports returning thanks to Jason Kelce, and say goodbye to Producer Chris and the SiriusXM Team as the show departs SiriusXM for a new venture.

Prospect Bar-B-Cast – Mariners Make Moves, Top 100 Chat, and the Return of College Ball Jan 31, 2024

The Mariners have acquired switch-hitting All-Star Jorge Polanco from the Twins in exchange for four players and cash. Jordan and Mike Ferrin break down both sides of the trade and explain why this could be a game changer for the Mariners. Then, the guys react to the latest Top 100 Prospects rankings and highlight some players to keep an eye on during the upcoming college baseball season.

Byron Buxton Is Returning to CF, Adam Ottavino Re-Signs with the Mets, and a Monday Mailbag Jan 29, 2024

Minnesota Twins All-Star Byron Buxton will return to center field in 2024 after injuries forced him into the DH spot last season. Although excited about this news, Jake and Jordan explain why they’re still a little skeptical. Then, the guys dive into the latest transactions across the league, including Adam Ottavino re-signing with the Mets on a one-year deal, and open up the mailbag to answer some listener questions, including “how would baseball be different if pitchers had to use the same ball all game?”

Gabe Kapler’s Lifechanging Advice, and the Yankees Are Changing Their Jerseys Jan 26, 2024

Former San Francisco Giants Manager Gabe Kapler posted an incredible video to social media telling people to ditch the car and just walk faster. Jake and Jordan examine Kapler’s words of wisdom and break down the execution of the video. Then, the guys talk about the Yankees changing their road uniforms, explain what “Farewell to Fitzy Day” is, and provide an important update on Jake’s claim that he has a higher fastball velocity than Jerry Dipoto.

Hall of Fame Class of 2024 Reaction, and Congrats to Rhys Hoskins On Signing with the Brewers Jan 24, 2024

The Baseball Hall of Fame Class of 2024 has been announced, with Adrian Beltre, Todd Helton, and Joe Mauer being named as inductees. Jake and Jordan break down the careers of each of these men and talk about their legacy and relationship with their respective cities and the game of baseball. Then, the guys run through some of the recent transactions across the baseball world, including friend of the show Rhys Hoskins’ two-year, $34 Million contract with the Brewers. Congrats on the contract dude.

Astros Sign Josh Hader, Anthony Rendon Doesn’t Like Baseball, and Red Sox Fans Are Furious Jan 22, 2024

The Houston Astros have signed star closer Josh Hader to a 5-year $95 Million deal. Jake and Jordan break down the signing, ponder why the Astros have finally decided to spend big money on a free agent, and debate how much this will actually help the Astros. Then, the guys touch on the Angels signing of Robert Stephenson, talk about Anthony Rendon’s comments on the baseball season being too long (and his well-known love-hate relationship with the game of baseball), and explain why Boston Red Sox fans are (rightly) furious.

Ranking the Best Songs by Major League Players with Matt Ritchie, and a Friday Mailbag Jan 19, 2024

Jake and Jordan are joined by Matt Ritchie of MLB.com to review and rank songs by current and former Major League Players. Then, the guys answer your questions about thematic rivalries, picking off on third, and how Jake’s fastball compares to Jerry Dipoto’s.

Songs Featured in this Episode:

G-Cinco (Nick Gordon) -- I’m the Man/My Life

El Felino (Ronny Rodriguez) -- Mi Sueño

Mike Stud feat Marcus Stroman -- These Days

Adam Wainwright -- Time to Fly

Tyler Beede -- 508 to the Ville

Prospect Bar-B-Cast - Dodgers Trade Michael Busch, and Breaking Down International Signing Day Jan 17, 2024

One of baseball’s top prospects Michael Busch was traded from the Dodgers to the Cubs for pitching prospect Jackson Ferris. Jake, Jordan and Mike Ferrin dissect the move and provide a scouting report for both players. Then, the guys touch on the Baltimore Orioles and what their next move should be in regards to their abundance of prospects, before breaking down the concept of International Signing Day and highlighting some of the names from this year’s pool.

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Cubs Con, NL Central Birds Eye View, and the Forgotten Free Agents of 2024 Jan 16, 2024

The 37th Cubs Con took place over the weekend and all the talk was about Cody Bellinger and his future with the team. Jake and Jordan break down what the 2x All-Star means to that franchise and how he fits with their current roster. Then, the guys look at the Cubs’ NL Central rivals and determine which teams are primed for successful seasons, touch on the latest San Francisco Giants signings, and remind us of the forgotten free agents of 2024.

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Stroman to the Yanks, Imanaga to the Cubs, and Charlie Culberson Will Return to the Braves…as a Pitcher? Jan 12, 2024

2x All-Star Marcus Stroman has signed a 2-year, $37 Million deal with the New York Yankees. Jake and Jordan break down Stroman as a player and as a character, and explain why he is the exact type of pitcher the Yankees need. Then, the guys confirm the terms of Shota Imanaga’s deal with the Cubs, touch on the news that Charlie Culberson will return to the Braves on a minor league deal as a pitcher, and re-introduce the world to “The Freshest Man on Earth.”

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Jake Reveals to Jordan All The News He Missed During His Honeymoon Jan 10, 2024

The gang is finally back together, as Jake returned from his trip to Australia and Jordan from his honeymoon, and they reunite in only a way that the Baseball Bar-B-Cast boys could; a news reveal show incorporating the latest Mariners transactions, Shota Imanaga’s imminent deal with the Cubs, Teoscar Hernandez’s One Year deal with the Dodgers, and a whole lot more. Then, the guys talk about the Cubs Con poster, provide a Marcus Stroman signing update, and Jordan shares a baseball-related story from his honeymoon.

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2023 MLB Season with Pedro Moura Jan 08, 2024

Pedro Moura spent a decade as a fulltime baseball writer, authoring one of the definitive works on the machine behind the Los Angeles Dodgers. But in April of 2023, he stepped away from the inner workings of the sport.... only to end up right back here. With Jake Mintz, breaking down the 2023 baseball season from Opening Day all the way through Shohei Ohtani teaching everyone about deferred payments and California tax brackets.

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VandyBoys, with Vanderbilt Head Coach Tim Corbin - A Baseball Bar-B-Cast Special Jan 05, 2024

Few places have had a bigger impact on the last decade of Major League Baseball than Vanderbilt University. In this special episode, Jake and Jordan sit down for an in-depth interview with the architect behind Commodore Baseball, Tim Corbin and Vanderbilt alumnus, Enrique Bradfield Jr. of the Baltimore Orioles.

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MLBTR Then and Now, What’s Going On in Boston?, and Blue Jays Fanbase Temp Reading with Ben Nicholson-Smith Jan 03, 2024

I think Jake is somewhere in the Outback. Jordan, however, is joined by Ben Nicholson-Smith of Sportsnet to discuss his time at MLBTR and what the site was like then compared to now, the Red Sox signing Lucas Giolito and trading Chris Sale, and the mood of the Blue Jays fanbase after the Ohtani saga. Then, Jordan gives some takes on recent moves by the Reds, White Sox, Angels, and Padres.

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What is Baseball? a New Year’s Special with Benji Naesen Jan 01, 2024

It’s 2024! Jake and Jordan bring in the new year with a special episode getting back to the basics of what this pod is all about. They are joined by co-host of the Lanterne Rouge Cycling Podcast, Benji Naesen, and he knows absolutely nothing about baseball, but Jake and Jordan have tasked him with watching a Mariners-Orioles game from the summer and they discuss all things about the sport… like whether or not it’s called a match or a game.

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Future Jake Is Here, We’re Entering the Unknown of the Offseason, and Mitch Garver to the Mariners Dec 29, 2023

With Jake still in Australia, he and Jordan discuss the kind of moves we haven’t seen yet in this offseason, what could be the most compelling outcome for Josh Hader, and Joey Votto feeling like Sandra Bullock in Gravity. Then, they talk through Mariners signing catcher Mitch Garver, and some Blue Jays and White Sox moves.

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Prospect Bar-B-Cast – Yamamoto vs. Skenes and International Prospect Talk, Dylan Cease Trade Suitors, and Estevan Florial to the Guardians Dec 27, 2023

Jake is in Australia, but Jordan and Mike Ferrin hold it down this week to discuss international free agents in relation to prospect lists and compare Yamamoto to Paul Skenes. They dive into the Dylan Cease trade rumors and breakdown which teams could make sense as a partner, and then react to the Yankees trading Estevan Florial for Cody Morris.

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The Hall of Fame Holiday Special Dec 25, 2023

Jake and Jordan review the 2024 Hall of Fame ballot and break down the newcomers into the categories of “One and Done First Timers,” “First Timers with Some Chance,” and “First Timers with a Good Chance.” Then, they review who is still on the ballot with a high likelihood of election and finish off with presenting their own ballots.

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Yamamoto to the Dodgers! And the pre-arb bonus pool is more interesting than it sounds. Trust us. Dec 22, 2023

Yoshinobu Yamamoto has signed! And like most talented baseball players this month, he is heading to the LA Dodgers for a long long time. Jake and Jordan discuss how we got here, how Yamamoto fits into the roster, and what this means for Clayton Kershaw. Then, the guys break down what the pre-arbitration bonus pool is, share their thoughts on the new rules of the game, and track the smaller moves that need love too, in a busy busy week.

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Prospect Bar-B-Cast – Spring Breakout, Baby!, The SF Giants Catching Situation, and Short Pitching Kings Dec 20, 2023

Jake and Jordan are back with Mike Ferrin and explain what Spring Breakout is and why it is so cool. They talk about the San Francisco Giants signing catcher Tom Murphy and what this means for Joey Bart, and then discuss short pitchers and the role height plays in pitching.

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Where Will Yamamoto Go? Dec 18, 2023

What do you bring to a billionaire's dinner party? Jake and Jordan discuss the Yamamoto rumor mill, including a dinner at Steve Cohen’s house, some more behind the scenes information about the Ohtani pursuit, and the Angels’ response to missing out on Ohtani. Then, they get into Tyler Glasnow’s contract details, Kansas City Royals signings, and other transactions.

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Ohtani Contract Breakdown, Glasnow Trade, Jung-Hoo Lee Joins the Giants, and The Return of the Good, the Bad, and the Uggla Dec 15, 2023

Shohei Ohtani has been officially introduced at Dodgers Stadium, and Jake and Jordan share their takeaways from the press conference and breakdown the details of his contract. They discuss the agreement to send Tyler Glasnow to the Dodgers, SF Giants signing Jung-Hoo Lee, and other trade moves. Then, the guys top it off with some Good, Bad, and Uggla.

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Prospect Bar-B-Cast – Ronny Mauricio’s Injury, Rule 5 Wrap, Padres/Yankees Blockbuster, and Trey Sweeney to the Dodgers Dec 13, 2023

Mets’ IF Ronny Mauricio tore his ACL during winter ball and Jake, Jordan, and Mike Ferrin talk about what New York is potentially losing, and the overall shift in the way winter ball is treated. Then, the guys discuss the Juan Soto trade and the Yankees’ magic pitching development that enabled the deal, Trey Sweeney heading to the Dodgers, and the Rule 5 Draft.

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Shohei Ohtani is a Dodger! And reflections of a day spent flight-tracking the guy from Shark Tank Dec 11, 2023

The LA Dodgers have acquired Shohei Ohtani with a whopping $700 million (yes, million) deal. Jake and Jordan process what this means and what is next for the Dodgers and Ohtani. Then, the guys break down what happened during Friday’s media circus about Ohtani and the Toronto Blue Jays, and other trade moves that occurred.

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Shohei Decision Imminent, Harper Wants An Extension, and Could the Yankees Pull Off Yamasoto? Dec 08, 2023

Shohei Ohtani is expected to make a decision on which team he wants to sign with at some stage today. Jake and Jordan list the teams still in the running and break down why he might want to sign with each one. Then, the guys discuss where everything stands with Yamamoto and what it would mean if the Yankees were to sign him, before recapping Scott Boras’ annual media scrum.

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Juan Soto is a Yankee! Dec 07, 2023

The Yankees have acquired star outfielder Juan Soto in a 7-player trade with the San Diego Padres, and Yankees fans are PSYCHED! Jake and Jordan break down exactly why Juan Soto is the perfect fit for New York and why he’s primed for a HUGE year. Then, the guys talk about the Padres side of the deal, before touching on some of the smaller moves from around the league.

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Prospect Bar-B-Cast – MLB Draft Lottery Reaction, and Top Draft Prospects Dec 06, 2023

The MLB Draft Lottery took place in Nashville yesterday with the Cleveland Guardians claiming the top pick. Jake, Jordan and Mike Ferrin talk about the controversy of the draw, before providing a big picture look at the talent of next year’s draft class. Then, the guys break down the top-end college players that we should all keep our eyes on this season, including JJ Wetherholt, Travis Bazzana, Chase Burns, Jac Caglianone, Brody Brecht and more.

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Yankees Closer to Soto, Orioles Closer to Kimbrel, and Another Winter Meetings Mailbag with Andy McCullough Dec 06, 2023

The Yankees are close to landing outfielder Juan Soto from the San Diego Padres. Jake and Jordan talk about what this move would do for the Yankees both offensively and defensively. Then, the guys talk about why Craig Kimbrel would be a useful addition for the Orioles should he land there, before answering more of your Winter Meetings-themed questions with special guest Andy McCullough from The Athletic.

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Dave Roberts Comments on Ohtani, The Red Sox Trade Alex Verdugo to the Yankees, and Erick Fedde Signs with the White Sox Dec 06, 2023

Did Dave Roberts ruin the Dodgers chances of signing Shohei Ohtani by mentioning that they caught up with Shohei Ohtani during his presser today? Jake and Jordan discuss, and compare Ohtani’s unique free agency with the chaos that was Aaron Judge’s free agency last off-season. Then, the guys break down the trade that will see Alex Verdugo don the Yankees pinstripes, and talk about former KBO MVP Erick Fedde signing with the Chicago White Sox.

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We Finally Have Shohei Ohtani News! PLUS a Tuesday Morning Mailbag at the Winter Meetings Dec 05, 2023

It’s Day 3 of the Winter Meetings and we finally have a crumb of news in the Shohei Ohtani sweepstakes! The megastar free agent is believed to have met with the Blue Jays in Florida earlier this week which suggests that Toronto will be a key player in his decision. Jake and Jordan discuss how notable this meeting is and why this leak won’t hurt the Blue Jays chances of acquiring Ohtani. Then, the guys read through some of your Winter Meetings-themed mailbag questions.

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Winter Meetings Shenanigans with Vinnie Pasquantino (and Jeff Passan) Dec 05, 2023

Royals first baseman and best friend of the show Vinnie Pasquantino stops by the Baseball Bar-B-Cast set for an in-depth chat about his off-season routine, his recovery from injury, how he found out that he won Player of the Week in 2022, a possible return to LIDOM, his relationship with Shohei Ohtani, his upcoming wedding, and a whole lot more. Plus, a couple of cameo appearances from Steven Brault and Jeff Passan.

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Jordan Reacts to the Mariners Trade LIVE From the Winter Meetings Dec 04, 2023

It’s Day One of the Winter Meetings in Nashville and the action has already begun! Jake and Jordan react to the big trade that dropped last night involving Jordan’s beloved Seattle Mariners and the Atlanta Braves, and ponder what prompted the Mariners to make this move. Then, the guys talk about funny things that they saw at the hotel bar last night and preview some of the moves that might be going down later this week.

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Sonny Gray Signs with the Cardinals and Other Transactions, PLUS Free Agency Mad Libs and Let’s Talk Yamamoto Dec 01, 2023

Veteran starter Sonny Gray has signed a three-year, $75 Million deal with the St Louis Cardinals. Jake and Jordan break down what this signing means for both parties, before digging into several other transactions from around the league. Then, the guys play a game of Free Agency Mad Libs in which they each pull a player’s name and a team name out of a hat and make an argument for why that player will sign with that team. Finally, the guys touch on the latest Yoshinobu Yamamoto news and welcome the Oakland Ballers into the Pioneer League.

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Prospect Bar-B-Cast – Designing A Juan Soto Trade, Jackson Chourio Extension Buzz, and The Process of Compiling A Prospect List Nov 29, 2023

Jake Mintz is joined by Eric Longenhagen from FanGraphs to talk through what a potential Juan Soto trade might look like, and the types of prospects that teams may have to give up to land him. Then, they discuss the possible contract extension for Brewers prospect Jackson Chourio, and break down the process of compiling a prospect list.

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The MEGA Shohei Ohtani Free Agency Special Nov 27, 2023

Shohei Ohtani is one of the most fascinating and prodigious talents in baseball history…and he is currently a free agent. Jake and Jordan break down everything we know about this enigmatic superstar both as a player, and as a person, and attempt to contextualize his cultural and emotional impact in both the United States and Japan. Then, the guys list every prospective landing spot for Ohtani and break down why he could possibly sign there, before reading through all the Ohtani-related e-mails that have inundated their inbox.

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The 2023 MLB Time Capsule Nov 24, 2023

Jake and Jordan cap off the 2023 MLB calendar by building a time capsule and filling it with physical items that represent various memorable moments of the season.

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Prospect Bar-B-Cast – Colson Montgomery, Abimelec Ortiz and Other Arizona Fall League Standouts Nov 22, 2023

On this inaugural edition of Prospect Bar-B-Cast, Jake Mintz, Jordan Shusterman and Mike Ferrin break down this year’s standouts from the Arizona Fall League, such as Colson Montgomery, Jackson Jobe, Ricky Tiedemann, Abimelec Ortiz, and a whole lot more. Then, they discuss the Vidal Brujan trade, and talk about the biggest implications from the last weeks Rule 5 Protection Deadline.

Aaron Nola Signs A Big Deal To Stay In Philly, Zack Britton Retires, and the Tenderest Non-Tenders Nov 20, 2023

Aaron Nola has signed a 7-year, $172 Million contract to stay with the Philadelphia Phillies. Jake and Jordan talk about what this signing means for Philadelphia, how it impacts the rest of the free agent market, and unpack an old tweet about crawfish. Then, the guys touch on the Atlanta Braves and ponder their interest in Sonny Gray and Josh Hader, before discussing Zack Britton’s retirement, as well as the latest non-tenders and trades from around the league.

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Is Ohtani The Best Free Agent Pitcher on the Market? PLUS The Owners Approve the A’s Move To Vegas, and More MLB Award Announcements Nov 17, 2023

As they dive into their mega Free Agent Pitchers Preview, Jake and Jordan ask whether Shohei Ohtani is still the best pitcher on the free agency market this off-season, despite not being able to pitch in 2024. The guys also discuss the implications of the owners unanimously voting to move the A’s to Las Vegas, break down a weird Braves/White Sox trade, and react to the latest MLB Awards.

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Shohei Ohtani Headlines the Free Agent Hitters Preview, PLUS MLB Award Announcements, and More Managerial Changes Nov 15, 2023

The Rookie of the Year and Manager of the Year winners were announced earlier this week, with Corbin Carroll and Skip Schumaker taking the honors in the National League, while Gunnar Henderson and Brandon Hyde were the American League recipients. Jake and Jordan give their reactions and reveal their votes. The guys also pay respects to Padres owner Peter Seidler who passed away earlier this week, touch on the Brewers hiring of Pat Murphy as their new manager, before diving into their mega Free Agent Hitters Preview.

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Experiencing LIDOM in NYC, Thumbs Up Thumbs Down with Michelle Beadle and Cody Decker, and A Monday Mailbag Nov 13, 2023

Citi Field hosted a series of Dominican Winter League games over the weekend and Jake and Jordan were there to experience it all. They marvel at the atmosphere within the stadium and explain why it was such a special event. Then, they are joined by Mad Dog Radio hosts Michelle Beadle and Cody Decker for a (mostly) baseball related game of “Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down,” before opening up the mailbag and answering some of your best and funniest questions.

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Ohtani Gives Away Gloves, The Angels Hire Ron Washington, and Team-by-Team Free Agency Preview Nov 10, 2023

Shohei Ohtani gave away A LOT of baseball gloves to schools in Japan. Jake and Jordan ponder how many gloves he actually gave away. Then, the guys talk about the latest round of Scott Boris dad jokes, discuss the hires of Ron Washington as the new Angels manager, and Jason Benetti as the new voice of the Tigers, and then begin their free agency discussion by breaking down the needs of every single team.

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Cashman’s Comments, The Counsell Drama, Cleveland Rocks the Vogt, and Other Managerial Changes Nov 08, 2023

In one of the more jaw-droppingly bizarre and surprising managerial moves in recent history, former Brewers skipper Craig Counsell has become the new manager of the Chicago Cubs. Jake and Jordan break down the move, why it makes sense for Counsell, and how Milwaukee fans should be feeling right now. Also in this episode, Jake and Jordan talk about the interesting comments made by Yankees GM Brian Cashman about their front office situation, and discuss Carlos Mendoza and Stephen Vogt signing on as the managers of the Mets and Guardians respectively.

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Votto in a Different Color, Managerial Vacancy Rankings, and Offseason News Reactions Nov 06, 2023

Jake and Jordan do a grand housekeeping on all the offseason news and discuss team POBOs and managers, like Craig Breslow and Bob Melvin, and rank the five open manager positions. Then, they give their impressions on announced retirements as well as non-retirements from Clayton Kershaw and Joey Votto, recent transactions and player options, and close out with a Gold Gloves chat.

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Corey Seager: Boring King, Evan Carter’s Postgame Video, and Reflecting on the DBacks Season Nov 03, 2023

It's time for a Texas-sized celebration... on a comically underwhelming parade route. Jake and Jordan break down the hangover from the World Series - whether Corey Seager’s performance earned him the right to not say anything at all during the celebration, Evan Carter’s hilarious postgame social media clip, the legend that is Bruce Bochy, and a look back on what was an incredible year for the Diamondbacks, as well as whether the sub-par World Series ratings really matter at all.

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World. Series. CHAMPIONS. And Jake soaked in champagne. Nov 02, 2023

The Texas Rangers have won their first ever World Series title. Jake and Jordan break down all the action from the game, including the terrific performances by both starting pitchers, and the late offensive flurry from the Rangers. Then, Jake talks about the mood in the Rangers clubhouse, the shadow of the 2011 World Series loss, and a very special moment for Adrian Beltre.

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World Series Game 4 Breakdown Nov 01, 2023

The Texas Rangers are one win away from their first ever World Series title after beating the DBacks in an incredibly lopsided Game 4. Jake and Jordan break down all of the action from the game, debate over whether it was one of the least interesting World Series games ever (and how much it being a bullpen game may have contributed to this) and talk about Jake’s bold strategy to help boost the tension within the stadium. Then, the guys look ahead to tonight’s Game 5, which could very well be the final game of 2023.

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World Series Game 3 Breakdown Oct 31, 2023

The Texas Rangers stormed into Chase Field last night and took a W from the DBacks, defeating the home team 3-1 in Game 3 of the World Series. Jake and Jordan break down all of the action from the game including Corey Seager’s big home run, Jon Gray’s spectacular performance in relief, and the injuries to Max Scherzer and Adolis Garcia, talk about the difference in the quality of Chase Field with the roof open vs the roof closed, and look ahead to Game 4.

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Tommy Pham vs Mike Maddux, Baseball Players Say The Darndest Things, and Which Forgotten Players Should Get A C’Ship Ring? Oct 30, 2023

After Rangers pitching coach Mike Maddux was involved in Atta Boy Gate 2.0 with Tommy Pham in Game 2, Tommy Pham responded by tweeting out a note-taking emoji. Jake and Jordan break down this exchange and ponder what on-field hijinks Pham could utilize in Game 3. Then, the guys give their impressions of Corbin Carroll’s handling of the spotlight, touch on Christian Walker’s struggles, go through their favorite moments from the player and manager press conferences, and answer a listener e-mail about forgotten players on either the Rangers or Diamondbacks who deserve Championship Rings.

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World Series Game 2 Recap Oct 29, 2023

The DBacks demolished the Rangers in Game 2 of the World Series to tie it up at one game apiece. Jake and Jordan break down all of the action, celebrate a marvelous performance from Merrill Kelly, and look ahead to Monday’s Game 3.

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The Perfect World Series Game One Oct 28, 2023

Jake and Jordan recap the 1st game of the World Series as the Rangers win 6-5, and break down heroics from Corey Seager, history from Adolis Garcia, and just how perfect of a baseball game this was.

The Most Important Narratives You Need To Know About Heading Into The World Series Oct 27, 2023

The World Series begins TONIGHT. Jake and Jordan break down the biggest storylines and narratives heading into the series and highlight some of the most important personalities for each team, including Bruce Bochy, Torey Lovullo, Brent Strom, Corey Seager, and Corbin Carroll. Then, the guys answer some listener e-mails about MadBum and Jose Herrera, talk about fun possibilities with the first pitch, and give their definitive series predictions.

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Your Favorite 2023 World Series Preview Oct 26, 2023

The Arizona Diamondbacks will take on the Texas Rangers in the 2023 World Series. Jake and Jordan recap how we got here, break down each positional matchup, give their predictions for the series, and explain why this matchup is actually good for the game of baseball.

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The DBacks Are In The World Series! Oct 25, 2023

The Arizona Diamondbacks have done what not many people had expected coming into this season and punched their ticket to the 2023 World Series to face the Texas Rangers. Jake and Jordan break down their impressive Game 7 win over the Phillies, discuss why this team is so special, and mourn a lost opportunity for the Phillies.

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WITH ARMS WIDE OPUNNN - The Rangers Are On to the World Series, and the DBacks Force A Game 7 Oct 24, 2023

The DBacks are still alive this postseason after beating the Phillies 5-1 at Citizens Bank Park last night. Jake and Jordan break down all the action and look ahead to tonight’s win or go home matchup, which will be the first time the Phillies have ever played in a Game 7. Then, the guys recap another incredible Adolis Garcia performance that lifted the Rangers to their first World Series berth since 2011.

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Rangers Force A Game 7, What We Can Expect From Scherzer, and the Phillies Are One Win Away! Oct 23, 2023

An Adolis Garcia Grand Slam in the top of the 9th inning put to bed any hopes that the Astros had of leaving Minute Maid with their World Series tickets stamped. Jake and Jordan break down all the action from the game, and look ahead to tonight’s Game 7 which will see a rusty Max Scherzer face Cristian Javier. Then, the guys marvel at Zack Wheeler’s performance in Game 5 of the NLCS, which saw the Phillies win 6-1 and take a 3-2 series lead, and preview tonight’s Game 6.

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One Of The Craziest Days Of Baseball in October Baseball History Oct 21, 2023

Last night gave us two incredibly entertaining and nail-biting postseason baseball games, so Jake and Jordan had to jump on the mic for a very special Saturday episode. The guys break down the Astros' insane come-from-behind win against the Rangers that also featured a benches clearing brawl and some Jose Altuve heroics. Then, they discuss the DBacks' 6-5 W over the Phillies, talk about the positives and negatives of bullpen games, explain why the pitch clock was such a big part of this matchup, and look ahead to tonight’s Game 5.

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Astros Even the Series, Pfaadt’s Pfabulous Performance Gives DBacks The Dub, and NLCS Game 4 Preview Oct 20, 2023

Houston’s offense continues to show up, as the travelling Astros drove in 10 runs to defeat the Rangers in Game 4 of the ALCS. Jake and Jordan break down the game, talk about the importance of Jose Abreu, and look ahead to tonight’s matchup between Justin Verlander and Jordan Montgomery. Then, the guys marvel at the performance of Brandon Pfaadt, whose 5.2 shutout innings helped the DBacks claim an important 2-1 victory over the Phillies.

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The Astros Take Game 3 of the ALCS, NLCS Game 3 Preview, and the Gold Glove Finalists Have Been Announced Oct 19, 2023

The Astros bats were dominant against the Texas Rangers under the roof at Globe Life Field, sparking an impressive 8-5 win. Jake and Jordan break down the game, and discuss the subpar performance of a returning Max Scherzer. Then, the guys preview Game 3 of the NLCS and talk about why Brandon Pfaadt is such a key character in this matchup. Finally, Jake gives his thoughts on Chase Field after visiting it for the very first time, and Jordan announces the list of the Gold Glove Awards Finalists.

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The Phillies Demolish the DBacks in an Absolute Snoozefest, and Previewing Game 3 of the ALCS Oct 18, 2023

The only thing that was as impressive as the Phillies pitching last night was their offense. Jake and Jordan recap Game 2 of the NLCS: an incredibly one-sided affair that saw the Philadelphia Phillies win 10-0 on the back of a terrific Aaron Nola start and a couple of homers from Kyle Schwarber. Then, the guys look ahead to Game 3 of the ALCS and discuss what version of a returning Max Scherzer we’re going to see.

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Harper Gets an NLCS W for his Birthday, and the Rangers Take a 2-0 Series Lead Oct 17, 2023

31-year-old Bryce Harper homered and blew out the candles in the Phillies 5-3 win over the Diamondbacks yesterday. Jake and Jordan break down Harper’s special birthday celebration and ponder the funniest possible birthday gift for his teammates to get him. Then, Jake and Jordan recap the Rangers win over the Astros, and discuss why the running game was virtually non-existent.

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ALCS Game 1 Recap, NLCS Preview, and Kim Ng Steps Down Oct 16, 2023

The Rangers blanked the Astros in Game 1 of the ALCS to take a 1-0 series lead. Jake and Jordan break down the biggest moments from the game, and laud the Rangers game planning and execution when facing Yordan Alvarez. Then, the guys look ahead to Game 1 of the NLCS, discuss why the running game will be so important, and predict who will win. Finally, the guys touch on the news that Kim Ng and the Miami Marlins have parted ways after the GM declined the mutual option for 2024.

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Phillies Slay the Disappointing Braves, Preview of the ALCS, and Final Thoughts on the Orlando Arcia Situation Oct 13, 2023

The Philadelphia Phillies put an end to the Braves World Series dreams last night after taking out Game 4 at home. Jake and Jordan break down all the action from the game, and provide a postmortem for the Braves’ incredibly disappointing postseason campaign. Then, the guys preview the ALCS between who other than the Houston Astros, and their in-state rivals; the Texas Rangers, before providing their final thoughts on the craziness that has engulfed Jake’s life over the past few days.

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Harper’s Staredown Of Orlando Arcia, PLUS the Astros and Diamondbacks Advance Oct 12, 2023

Bryce Harper hit two huge home runs in the Phillies Game 3 win against the Braves last night, and stared down Orlando Arcia after each one. Jake and Jordan break down Harper’s incredible performance and follow up on the story that has thrust Jake Mintz into the national spotlight. Then, the guys recap the Astros and Diamondbacks series wins.

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Braves Incredible Comeback Spawns A Controversial Quote From Orlando Arcia, and The Rangers Advance Oct 11, 2023

Jake and Jordan break down the absolute classic that was Game 2 of the Braves-Phillies series. They touch on Trea Turner’s whoopsie, Travis d’Arnaud’s blast, Austin Riley’s dinger, and a controversial quote from Orlando Arcia that has made our own Jake Mintz Public Enemy No. 1 in Atlanta. Then, Baltimore gets O-liminated as the Ranger’s offense goes crazy, and the Astros-Twins series rolls along.

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Justin Verlander Still Has It, But Clayton Kershaw Does Not, Plus LDS Weekend Wrap-Up w/ Brent Rooker of the Oakland A's Oct 09, 2023

All-Star Brent Rooker joins Jake and Jordan to talk about all of the action from this weekend’s LDS match-ups. The guys break down the key moments of the first two games in the Rangers-Orioles series, explain why Justin Verlander is still one of the best pitchers in the game (and why Kyle Bradish is one of the most underrated), celebrate an incredible performance by the overlooked Arizona Diamondbacks lineup against a declining Clayton Kershaw, and debate about catcher's interference in the wake of the Phillies Game 1 win against the Braves. Finally, Brent declares his favorite breakfast spot of the season after tweeting out an extended list last week.

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LDS Preview, and an Impromptu METSCON as Eppler Steps Down Oct 06, 2023

The LDS match-ups have been set. Jake and Jordan break down each series, explain how each team can win their respective match-up, and attempt to answer some of the biggest questions relating to each series, such as “Could we see a slugfest in the Orioles vs Rangers series?” “Who throws Game 3 for the Astros against the Twins?” “Can the real Bryce Harper please stand up against the Braves?” and “How will the Diamondbacks be able to win the first two games against the Dodgers in Los Angeles?” Then, the guys touch on Mets slugger Pete Alonso hiring Scott Boras to represent him as he heads into free agency, and Billy Eppler stepping down as Mets GM.

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Sweeps Week! A Wild Card Wrap-Up Oct 05, 2023

Just like that, the Wild Card round has come and gone, with the Rangers, Twins, Diamondbacks and Phillies all sweeping their opponents. Jake and Jordan recap each of these matchups, and say goodbye to the Rays, Blue Jays, Brewers and Marlins.

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The Carlos Correa Play, Nick Castellanos’ Ring Finger Celebration, And Other Moments from All The Game Ones Oct 04, 2023

The Rangers blank the Rays in front of an historically low crowd. The Twins defeat the Blue Jays in a game that provided one of the most impressive defensive plays of the season from shortstop Carlos Correa. Corbin Carroll’s heroics help the Diamondbacks get the W in Milwaukee, and the Phillies celebrate an impressive win over the Marlins. Jake and Jordan break down the action from the Wild Card Game Ones, before touching on the strange and unfortunate comments made by Seattle Mariners POBO Jerry Dipoto.

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Wild Card Series Preview, Postseason Picks, and Players We Want To See Win A Ring Oct 02, 2023

The Wild Card match-ups have been set. Jake and Jordan break down each series, explain how each team can win their respective match-up, and tackle some of the biggest questions and storylines for each team, such as “How good is Jesus Luzardo?" “Does the DBacks L4 actually matter?” and “Are the Rangers cooked?” Then, Carlos Santana and Evan Longoria headline a list of players that the guys would love to see win a ring.

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Game 162 Review, Showalter/Kapler Out, and Remembering Tim Wakefield Oct 02, 2023

The 2023 MLB regular season is officially over, and the postseason bracket is set. Jake and Jordan break down the results from the last couple of days, including a devastating Saturday night for Jordan’s Seattle Mariners. Then, the boys conduct a post-mortem on the Cubs, Reds, and Padres, discuss the firings of Gabe Kapler and Buck Showalter, and mourn the passing of Tim Wakefield.

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The Mariners Miracle, The Mets/Marlins Circus, and Service Gators Sep 29, 2023

The Seattle Mariners banked an incredibly important come-from-behind W against the Rangers last night, and would you believe it… our own Jordan Shusterman was asleep for it all. Jake fills Jordan in on what he missed, while Jordan shares his appreciation for the man who hit the walk-off double to win it: J.P. Crawford. Then, the guys recap the circus that was the Mets/Marlins game, celebrate the Orioles’ clinching of the AL East, and discuss Buck Showalter, Angel Hernandez, and Service Gators in this week’s edition of “The Good, The Bad, and the Uggla.”

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AL West Chaos, The Cubs Catastrophe, and Jake’s Mom Joins the Show to Reminisce About Brooks Robinson Sep 27, 2023

The Mariners secured a much-needed win against the Houston Astros last night, bringing them to within 0.5 games of the AL wildcard spot. Jake and Jordan break down the match-up and discuss the funniest possible situation for the AL West postseason race. Then, the guys are joined by Jake’s mom, a lifelong Orioles fan, to reminisce about 18x All-Star Brooks Robinson, who passed away earlier this week. Finally, the guys touch on the Cubs disaster in Atlanta, marvel at Elly De La Cruz’s absolute moon shot, and debate over who would be the funniest Major Leaguer for Taylor Swift to date.

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A Disaster of a Weekend for the Mariners, Orion Kerkering’s Impressive Debut, and Joey Votto Day Sep 26, 2023

Jordan’s beloved Seattle Mariners were swept by the Rangers over the weekend, and then lost an additional game to the Astros, causing them to fall 1.5 games back of the AL Wild Card spot. Jake and Jordan break down exactly what’s going wrong for the Mariners. Then, the guys celebrate Phillies Pitcher Orion Kerkering’s debut performance, check in with the NL Postseason race, and recap Joey Votto Day in Cincinnati.

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Junior Caminero Is Coming! Plus Figuring Out The Final Pieces of the Playoff Puzzle Sep 22, 2023

There’s just over a week remaining in the 2023 MLB regular season but there’s still so many things yet to be decided. Jake and Jordan break down the AL East race, the NL Wild Card mess, potential seeding implications and a whole lot more. Then, the guys tell us everything that we need to know about Junior Caminero, one of baseball’s top prospects who was just called up by the Tampa Bay Rays. Finally, the guys chat about cheap wine, the ability to fall asleep, and Baseball United in The Good, The Bad, and the Uggla.

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Waino Gets To 200, Ohtani Gets Surgery, and Your Mailbag Questions Get Answered Sep 20, 2023

He did it! Adam Wainwright notched his 200th win in the Cardinals 1-0 win over the Brewers. Jake and Jordan celebrate this achievement and debate over whether the Cardinals being awful this year was actually a good thing for Waino’s goodbye tour. Then, we answer your mailbag questions, break down the AL West race, and talk about a funny Phil Cuzzi moment in the Orioles/Astros matchup last night.

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The Rays and Orioles Clinch, Dodgers Win The NL West AGAIN, and Farewell to the Angels Sep 18, 2023

The Rays and Orioles both clinched a postseason berth over the weekend, amidst their epic 2-2 series split. Jake and Jordan talk about the terrific pitching performance of friend of the show Grayson Rodriguez, and discuss how much harder the Orioles partied after clinching (See John Angelos drinking from the dong bong) than the Rays did. Then, the guys give their thoughts on the Dodgers winning yet another NL West title, touch on the Padres first W4 of the season, and bid farewell to the Angels who are now officially eliminated from playoff contention.

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Braves Clinch, Rangers Mop, and Alex Speier Breaks Down the Red Sox Firing of Chaim Bloom Sep 15, 2023

The Braves have officially clinched the NL East for the sixth year in a row. Jake and Jordan break down how they did it and what we can expect from the team this postseason. Then, Alex Speier from the Boston Globe joins the show to talk about the Red Sox firing of Chief Baseball Officer Chaim Bloom. Finally, the guy’s touch on the Rangers mop of the Blue Jays, expound Rule 34, and explain why Producer Chris has so many big feelings today.

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Matt Olson’s 51 Big Ones, Waino Gets A Winno, and We Say Goodbye To The Teams Officially Out of Playoffs Contention Sep 13, 2023

Jake and Jordan break down a meaty Phillies-Braves series in Philadelphia, and marvel at Matt Olson’s 51st HR of the year. Plus - despite partially tearing his UCL last month, news broke this week that Orioles closer Felix Bautista might still pitch again this season. The boys debate the most likely scenario for The Mountain, and the Orioles' postseason bullpen. And finally, the guys chat about Adam Wainwright’s 199th win, and say goodbye to the Royals, A’s, White Sox, and Rockies, who are now all officially out of playoff contention.

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Weekend Wrap, The George Kirby Discourse, and... Trade Mike Trout? PLUS the Cubs Call Up Pete Crow-Armstrong! Sep 11, 2023

Less than three weeks remain in the 2023 regular season. Jake and Jordan break down the weekend action and the impact on the postseason races, then dive into the strange postgame comments made by Mariners pitcher George Kirby, debate over whether it now makes sense for the Angels to trade Mike Trout, and celebrate the news that friend of the show Pete Crow-Armstrong is being called up to the majors by the Chicago Cubs.

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Adam Wainwright vs Ronald Acuna Jr, Milestone Check-In, and Roger Clemens is on Twitter!? Sep 08, 2023

This week, Adam Wainwright did something that is incredibly uncommon in the year 2023; face Ronald Acuna Jr four times in a single game. Jake and Jordan break down this match-up and talk about Wainwright’s chase for his 200th career win. Then, the guys check in on some of the most important milestones of the year, including Carlos Correa’s GIDP chase, plus they touch on Roger Clemens’ Twitter account, Lance Lynn, and some outrageous Atlantic League OPS numbers.

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The Ohtani Body Double, Wild Card Check-In, and The Yankees Are A .500 Team Once Again Sep 06, 2023

Angels superstar Shohei Ohtani was absent from the teams Picture Day, which meant that a mysterious body double wearing an Ohtani jersey was called in to fill in his spot. Jake and Jordan ponder who this mystery man was, and discuss how this decision might have come about. Then, with only a few weeks remaining in the season, the boys take a bird’s eye view of the AL and NL Wild Card races and predict who will claim those spots. Finally, they touch on Giancarlo Stanton reaching 400 homers, Jasson Dominguez’ debut, Paul Skenes ruining Jake’s trip to Altoona, and the baseball equivalent to what Deion Sanders has done with the Colorado Buffaloes program.

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A Labor Day Mailbag Extravaganza! Sep 04, 2023

What better way to spend a lazy Labor Day than listening to your good pals Jake and Jordan dig deep into their mailbag and answer some of your best and silliest questions, such as; “If you were a GM, what type of team would you want to take over,” “What is the most Jewish about baseball,” “Who wins in an all-time birthday game between Jake and Jordan,” “What type of contract would it take to keep Ohtani at the Angels?” plus a whole lot more. Also, if you’ve been wondering where the Original Little Poop Monster has been for the past seven years, wonder no more!

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The Guardian Angels, The White Sox Hire Chris Getz, and Jasson Dominguez Among September Call-Ups Sep 01, 2023

Three of the six Angels players that were put on waivers earlier this week (Giolito, Moore and Lopez) were claimed by the Cleveland Guardians, a team that is currently only five games behind the Minnesota Twins in the AL Central. Jake and Jordan break down this move, and discuss other notable waiver claims such as Hunter Renfroe and Harrison Bader to the Reds, and Dominic Leone to Seattle. Then, the guys run through the latest September call-ups, headlined by the Yankees’ 20-year-old phenom Jasson Dominguez. Finally, the guys touch on Ronald Acuna Jr, Terrance Gore, Nebraska Women’s Volleyball, and sparkling white wine from 2015 in this weeks edition of The Good, The Bad, and The Uggla.

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The Angels Just Angel’d The Hardest They’ve Ever Angel’d, and Maddie Lee Chats the Ascending Cubs Aug 30, 2023

The Angels have placed six players, including Lucas Giolito, on waivers in an attempt to dump salary now that they are out of the postseason picture. Jake and Jordan break down this embarrassing move for the franchise, and explain how it’s not only an admission of failure, but also an admission that they will probably not be able to retain Ohtani come season’s end. Then, Maddie Lee from the Chicago Sun-Times joins the show to talk about Jeimer Candelario’s arrival in Chicago, Mark Leiter Jr’s fascination with Javier Assad, and a whole bunch of other Cub-related tidbits. Finally, Jake and Jordan provide an update on the shooting at Guaranteed Rate Field, and marvel at Alex Cobb’s near-no-no.

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The Padres Are A Scientific Anomaly, Miggy Hits a Homer, and Jake Goes To Montreal Aug 28, 2023

Baseball players played a lot of baseball this weekend, and if you missed any of the action, don’t fret. Jake and Jordan break it all down, including the Mariners’ sweep over the Royals to lift them to first place in the AL West, the Brewers’ sweep over a Padres team that’s as good as dead, an impressive Jordan Wicks debut for the Cubs, Ohtani’s dominance against the Mets despite his torn UCL, Miggy’s homer against the Astros to move up in the all-time home run list, and a whole lot more. Plus, California wins the LLWS on a walk-off homer, and Jake gets swarmed by fans in Montreal.

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Strasburg Announces His Retirement, Betts Returns to Boston, and a Dramatic Reading of the “Perry Presser” Aug 25, 2023

Nationals legend Stephen Strasburg has announced his retirement from the game of baseball. Jake and Jordan break down what Strasburg means to the city of Washington, and how tough it will be to say goodbye. Then, with the news that Mike Trout is back on the IL, and Shohei is indeed done pitching for the year, the guys perform a dramatic reading of Perry Minasian’s somber press-conference. Finally, the guys preview Mookie Betts’ return to Boston, before touching on American Idol, getting old, and 3-HR games in this edition of The Good, the Bad, and the Uggla.

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The Shohei Ohtani Injury Reaction Podcast Aug 24, 2023

Shohei Ohtani has a torn UCL and won’t pitch again this season. Jake and Jordan break down exactly what happened, what this means for Ohtani for the rest of the season and his impending free agency, and whether we should expect to see him play in the outfield next season or not.

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The White Sox Actually Make Some Front Office Changes, Yankees on an L9, PLUS Dodgers Broadcaster Stephen Nelson Joins The Show Aug 23, 2023

After manning the helm at the White Sox since 2002, the duo of VP Ken Williams and GM Rick Hahn has been fired from the organization. Jake and Jordan react to this surprising move. Then, Dodgers broadcaster Stephen Nelson chats about the incredibly efficient machine that is the Dodgers organization and previews the rest of the season for what is once again one of the best teams in baseball. Finally, Jake and Jordan continue to rub salt into the wounds of Yankees fans after they lost their ninth game in a row, discuss the return of Mike Trout to the Angels lineup, and pose a theoretical question about Shohei Ohtani.

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The Yankees Are Officially Dead, Julio’s Absurd Heater, and Prospect Corner Aug 21, 2023

The New York Yankees were swept by the Boston Red Sox over the weekend, officially burying the Yankees’ 2023 campaign. Jake and Jordan break down the series and deliver a Yankees postmortem. Then, the guys touch on Pete Alonso’s brain fart after Mayson Winn’s first hit, respond to yet another strange comment made by Orioles owner John Angelos, marvel at the current form of Julio Rodriguez, debate the criteria of a cycle, and react to Dylan Crews’ promotion to Double-A in another edition of Prospect Corner.

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The Bummer Draft, The Teams In Tank Mode, and The Arrival of Masyn WInn Aug 18, 2023

Break out the tissues everybody, because it’s time to get sad! Jake and Jordan take turns drafting the players and baseball personalities that have bummed them out at some point during the 2023 season. Then, with the season entering its Tankathon stage, the guys break down baseball’s Race to the Bottom. Finally, the boys profile a Dodgers team that seems to have forgotten how to lose, talk about the Cardinals' promotion of shortstop prospect Masyn Winn, and react to the Angels’ promotion of 2023 first-round draft pick Nolan Schanuel.

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Jordan Gets Married, Livvy Dunne Shows Up To A Minor League Baseball Game, and Meckler Mania Aug 16, 2023

On Sunday evening, Jordan got married to his lovely wife Bailey. Today, he and Jake touch on the biggest storylines from what was an incredible night, including Jake’s speech and an incredible act of endurance by Producer Chris’ daughter Izzy. Then, the guys recap the weekends BBQ Bowl, marvel at the Dodgers W9, celebrate the Giants calling up one of the most interesting prospects in baseball Wade Meckler, and discuss the HUGE news that college superstar Livvy Dunne was spotted at a minor league baseball game.

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The Mailbag – Part Two, Diamondbacks Prospect Jordan Lawlar, and Cardinals Prospect Victor Scott II! Aug 14, 2023

Guess what? Jordan got married last night! And with celebrations still going on, we are bringing you the second half of our mega mailbag segment from last week, in which the guys lament the death of the custom shirsey, reminisce about their favorite trade deadline moves that felt consequential at the time but are completely inconsequential now, debate over whether Australian sensation Travis Bazzana can go #1 overall in the 2024 MLB Draft, and more. Then, Jake and Jordan were joined by Diamondbacks prospect Jordan Lawlar, who spoke about the Sod Poodles, and his friendship with Corbin Carroll, as well as Cardinals prospect Victor Scott II, who spoke about his love of Morgantown and Waffle House.

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Michael Lorenzen's Phillies Debut, and Joey Votto's Hypothetical Aug 11, 2023

Jake and Jordan are back together and they're discussing Michael Lorenzen's legendary no-hitter in his first home game, and the BBQ bowl of a lifetime...the upcoming Orioles vs. Mariners game. Then, the two react to Joey Votto asking the general public how much they may or may not suck at baseball, and end with "The Good, The Bad, and The Uggla."

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The Kevin Brown Situation, and The Mailbag Is Open! Aug 09, 2023

Orioles broadcaster Kevin Brown was indefinitely suspended by his employers for something so unbelievably silly, that we can’t help but laugh, and also cry. Jake and Jordan break down exactly what happened and what the silver lining of this whole situation might be. Then, the guys open up the Baseball Bar-B-Cast mailbag and answer some of your questions including; “what is the perfect food and drink combo at every stadium,” “how many stadiums have you been to?” and “why isn’t Kim Ng getting as much attention as she deserves” and more!

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The Big Brawl, and Are The Astros Actually A Rootable Team? Aug 07, 2023

The gloves were off in Cleveland over the weekend as Jose Ramirez and Tim Anderson got into full-blown fisticuffs. Jake and Jordan react to what might be one of the most fascinating baseball stories of the season and provide insight into what makes this brawl especially spicy. Then, the guys run through all the results from over the weekend and explain why this Houston Astros team is so much fun to watch.

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Ohtani Cramps Up Again, Wild Card Check-In, and the Heart and Hustle Award Guessing Game Aug 04, 2023

Shohei Ohtani pitched four scoreless innings against the Mariners last night before he was forced to stop due to hand cramps. But guess what, he still came back and hit a home run late in the game…only for the Angels to lose 5-3. Jake and Jordan talk about how this man is pushing his body to the absolute limits, and break down how the end of that game went down. Then, they have a look at the Wild Card Picture for each League, guess the winners of the Heart and Hustle Award for each team, and give their nominations for “The Good, the Bad, and the Uggla.”

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Framber Valdez’s No-Hitter, A Trade Deadline Big Picture Break Down, METSCON with Bobby Wagner, and Drew Gilbert Joins The Show! Aug 02, 2023

Only hours after the Astros acquired Justin Verlander from the Mets, their 29-year-old ace Framber Valdez pitched a no-hitter, signaling to the baseball world that the Astros are back! Jake and Jordan break down Valdez’s incredible performance, before taking a big picture look at each team’s moves over the past few days. Then, the Metspert himself Bobby Wagner returns for another edition of METSCON, and Jake and Jordan sit down with now-Mets prospect Drew Gilbert at the Futures Game suite in Seattle.

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MLB Trade Deadline Reveal Aug 02, 2023

After managing to avoid any baseball-related news for the 24-hours prior to the trade deadline, Jake jumped on a live stream with Jordan and reacted to each the moves from the final day. Here's how it played out.

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Rangers Trade For Max Scherzer and a Pair of Cardinals Pitchers, and One of the Strangest Deals Imaginable Jul 31, 2023

The MLB Trade Deadline is upon us! And some major names have already been dealt. Jake and Jordan react to the Rangers trading for Max Scherzer and break down what this means for Texas, as well as why Mets fans should not get excited about this move whatsoever. Then, the guy’s touch on a number of other deals that went down over the weekend, including a trade made by an AL Central team that makes no sense

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It’s A Fun Time To Be An Angels Fan, and Derrick Goold Breaks Down The Cardinals Season Ahead of the Trade Deadline Jul 28, 2023

Shohei Ohtani is staying put in L.A (for now), and the Angels are doing whatever they can to win. Jake and Jordan break down the moves the Halo’s have made so far, and marvel at another historic day for their Japanese superstar. Then, Cardinals Beat Writer Derrick Goold joins the show to talk about the struggling Cardinals, and what moves they should make heading into the Trade Deadline. Finally, Jake and Jordan touch on the Dominican Summer League, a very strange Joe Musgrove quote, and a certain baseball event set to be played at Citi Field in November in “The Good, The Bad, and the Uggla”.

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Red Sox Deal Hernandez to Dodgers, Mickey Mo’s Disaster, and A Theory On Why the Yankees Suck Jul 26, 2023

Kiké Hernandez is on his way to L.A. after being traded for Nick Roberson and Justin Hagenman. Jake and Jordan discuss the trade and what it means for both teams - and the trade market - moving forward. Then, the guys touch on the Red Sox’s win against the Braves (despite giving up a TOOTBLAN triple play), break down all the action from the Pirates-Padres game which saw Manny Machado get plunked, and react to Mickey Mo’s blunder that almost cost the Angels a win against the Tigers. Finally, the guys answer some of your mailbag questions, including “How many rounds would the MLB Draft need to be for you to get selected?”

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Spicy India Trade Rumors, Re-Thinking Batting Practice, and Hypothetical Lionel Messi Goal Comps Jul 24, 2023

The MLB Trade Deadline is right around the corner, and we just got our first spicy trade rumor. Could former AL Rookie of the Year Jonathan India be on the move from the Reds? We’ll find out soon enough. Then, Jake and Jordan recap Dylan Crews’ introductory press conference in which Scott Boras cried and provide some hypothetical MLB comps for Lionel Messi’s goal for Inter Miami over the weekend. Finally, Jake breaks down his Men’s League experience which almost culminated in him getting ejected.

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Kelenic vs The Water Cooler, Yankenfreude Is Alive And Well, and Baseball Taboo Jul 21, 2023

The baseball dugout water cooler remains undefeated after an altercation with Jarred Kelenic left the latter with a broken foot. Jake and Jordan explain how this this silly and immature moment from the 24-year-old might actually endear him to Mariners fans. Then, the boys bathe in the Yankenfreude that this New York Yankees team has provided for rival fans, admit to something that frustrates them about Elly De La Cruz, and play the first ever edition of “Baseball Taboo”.

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Trade Deadline Preview, An Historic Night of Offense, and Jake’s Bombshell Admission Jul 19, 2023

Jake and Jordan are back together to break down every single team's game plan heading into the trade deadline. Will your team be sellers, like the White Sox and Cardinals, or are they only one or two pieces away from a potential World Series berth, like the Giants, the Astros or the Phillies? Or perhaps you’re a Braves fan and you have everything you could possibly ever need in a team. Either way, Jake and Jordan have you covered. Then, the guys discuss last night's historically high scoring games, and Jake admits to something that may change the very fabric of this podcast.

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What The Angels Should Do With Ohtani, The First Step Towards Fixing The Padres, and How Good Is Roki Sasaki? Jul 17, 2023

Baseball is officially back from the All-Star break, and Shohei Ohtani is back making history. But how much longer will he be doing it from Anaheim? Jake Mintz is joined by Foolish Baseball himself, Bailey Freeman, to break down all the action from over the weekend, and debate over what Arte Moreno and the Angels should do with Ohtani, provide some possible solutions for the Padres' woes, and put into context exactly how good 21-year-old Japanese pitcher Roki Sasaki really is.

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MLB Fan Satisfaction Rankings Jul 14, 2023

The first half of the 2023 MLB season is officially in the books, which means it’s time to get irrationally hopeful and look ahead to the second half. From the lowly A’s to the dominant Braves, Jake and Jordan break down every single team in the Major Leagues and make a case for how excited (or depressed) their fan base should be to watch their team in the run to the playoffs.

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Elias Diaz Becomes the Best Player in Baseball, and 2023 ASG Reactions PLUS Spencer Jones and Pete Crow-Armstrong Join The Show Jul 12, 2023

With a game-winning home run, and one of the most memorable moments in All-Star Game history, 32-year-old Venezuelan Catcher Elias Diaz has been crowned the 2023 ASG MVP. Friend of the show Daniel Alvarez joins Jordan to talk about this iconic moment and recalls how he and Elias first became friends. Then, Jake and Jordan sit down with two Futures Gamers in Spencer Jones and Pete Crow-Armstrong to talk about their friendship, college visits, the things in life that they suck at, Pete's goatee, Spencer's golf game, their connection with Philly Phruitcore band Mega Mango, and the majestic sound of the sitar.

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Vlad Guerrero Jr Wins the Home Run Derby, and the 2023 MLB All-Star Game Preview Jul 11, 2023

Vladimir Guerrero Jr takes the crown as the 2023 Home Run Derby champion after hitting 25 homers against Randy Arozarena in the final round of the knockout tournament. Jake and Jordan break down every hitter’s outing, beginning with the disappointing performances of Adolis Garcia and Pete Alonso. Then, the guys break down each of the lineups for tonight’s All-Star Game and give their predictions.

2023 MLB Draft Day 1 Recap, Biggest Takeaways from the SXM Futures Game, and Who Ya Got in the Home Run Derby? Jul 10, 2023

With the first pick of the 2023 MLB Draft, the Pittsburgh Pirates pick…Paul Skenes! Day 1 of the 2023 MLB Draft is officially in the books. Jake and Jordan break down each of the first five picks, and touch on a number of other selections that caught their interest, including Arjun Nimmala to the Blue Jays, Enrique Bradfield to the Orioles, Bryce Eldridge to the Giants, and a whole lot more. Then, the boys recap their experience at the Futures Game on Saturday which culminated with Jordan meeting his childhood hero Felix Hernandez! Finally, the boys preview the 2023 Ding Dong Jamboree and predict who will come away with the crown.

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Futures Game Check-In with Marcelo Mayer, Nick Yorke, Jonathan Cannon, Victor Scott, Jordan Lawlar, and Dalton Rushing Jul 08, 2023

The 2023 SiriusXM All-Star Futures Game is upon us. Jake and Jordan, LIVE from Seattle, Washington, preview the game by breaking down all the players to watch, and discuss the ball-strike challenge system which will be in effect for the game. Then, the boys give you a glimpse into the personalities of some of these players by sharing snippets from their chats with Marcelo Mayer, Nick Yorke, Jonathan Cannon, Victor Scott II, Jordan Lawlar and Dalton Rushing.

Mets and Padres in the Misery Bowl, The Reds Road Mop, and MLB Players at the White Party? Jul 07, 2023

All-Star Week is here! Jake and Jordan get into the excitement surrounding the Mets vs. Padres series, that whopping 14-1 Orioles win, and yet another Reds victory. Then, the two discuss the return of Carlos Rodon and Alek Manoah and contemplate which MLB players would be invited to Michael Rubin's White Party.

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The Angels Day From Hell, and A 2023 MLB Draft Primer Jul 05, 2023

Mike Trout, Shohei Ohtani, and Anthony Rendon are all set to miss time after they each suffered injuries within the span of 24 hours. In addition to that, the Angels have now lost six of their past seven games and are four games out of the Wild Card. Jake and Jordan break down how bad things are looking for the Angels and discuss what their path to the playoffs might look like. Then, the boys break down everything that you need to know about this weekend’s 2023 MLB draft, include how exactly the draft works, who they think will go one overall, and who are some other names that we need to keep an eye out for.

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We Got Some All-Star Rosters, Some Series Sweeps, and Some Texas-Sized Trade Action, PLUS Alek Manoah is Back in Your Life Jul 03, 2023

The All-Star Game and the SiriusXM All-Star Futures Game rosters are out, and they are majestic. Jake and Jordan have some things to say about these All-Star picks… as well as these All-Star snubs. Plus, the two review the weekend series sweeps for the Braves and Red Sox, the 100-or-Die spectacle of the Aroldis Chapman trade, and Alek Manoah’s first televised pitching appearance in over a month.

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The Least Enjoyable Perfect Game Possible, All-Star Starters Announced, and National Champion Hayden Travinski Joins The Show Jun 30, 2023

Domingo German was likely the most imperfect pitcher to ever throw a perfect game. Jake and Jordan break down exactly why German doesn't deserve to be celebrated for his accomplishments. Then, the boys are joined by LSU catcher Hayden Travinski, the man who caught the final out in the Tigers’ National Championship win against Florida earlier this week. Finally, the guys highlight a very special accomplishment by 58-year-old Barry Bonds in this weeks edition of “The Good, The Bad, and the Uggla.”

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What Else Can We Say About Shohei Ohtani, and the Rise of the Marlins w/ Daniel Alvarez Jun 28, 2023

This week, Shohei Ohtani delivered yet another historic performance in which he hit 2 homers and struck out 10. Jake and Jordan break down the unique talent that is Shohei Ohtani and debate over whether he’s more impressive as a pitcher or batter. Then, the boys talk about one of the best teams in baseball, the Atlanta Braves, and the performance of Ronald Acuna Jr. Finally, Daniel Alvarez of El Extrabase joins the guys to talk about the rise of the Miami Marlins and their young stars, including Jazz Chisholm Jr, Eury Perez, and Luis Arraez.

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City Connect Rankings, Another Mets Meltdown, and Eury Perez Is Making History But No One Is Paying Attention Jun 26, 2023

After a transatlantic weekend of baseball, Jake and Jordan break down the randomness of the Angels vs Rockies series, dissect the issues surrounding both New York teams, and highlight the early career performance of Marlins stud pitcher Eury Perez; a 20-year-old Dominican ace who is putting up historic numbers yet is still somehow flying under the radar. Then, the boys rank all the newly released City Connect jerseys and design their own jerseys for each of the remaining teams.

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City Connect Jerseys: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/31631004/ranking-mlb-city-connect-uniforms

Midseason Surprises, Cubs/Cards Across the Pond, and Baseball's London Disasters PLUS What’s Going on with Wander? Jun 23, 2023

Midseason is almost here! Jake and Jordan share the six things that have shocked them the most as we approach the actual halfway point of the 2023 season. Then the boys contemplate why we play baseball in London as they preview the Cubs/Cardinals Series and recall the unforgettable beautiful disaster of a series between the Red Sox and the Yankees in 2019. We wonder what’s going on with Wander and finish off with the Good, the Bad, and the Uggla for the week.

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Votto’s Long-Awaited Return, Wemby’s Wild First Pitch, and Is Ohtani The Best Pitcher In The World? Jun 21, 2023

Joey Votto is back! And baseball is better. After almost a year on the sidelines, Cincinnati's favorite Canadian returned to the lineup for the red-hot Reds. Jake and Jordan celebrate his return and speak about Votto’s long-term relationship with the city. Then, the boys break down Victor Wembanyama’s wild first pitch and diagnose what went wrong (most things) with his delivery, debate over who is the best pitcher in the world right now, and say “Sorry To Your Mentions” to Anthony DiComo after he tweeted about "Blood for Mets Tickets."

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Weekend Series Review, the Rise of the Reds, and Too Much Yankees/Red Sox? Jun 19, 2023

Jake and Jordan recap another incredible weekend of baseball and break down how the Reds and the Giants have been so good as of late. Then, the boys debate over whether we’re seeing too many Red Sox/Yankees match-ups on Sunday Night Baseball, provide a talent overview for former guest of the show Henry Davis who is set to make his debut for the Pirates this week, and read out an incredible Father’s Day related listener e-mail.

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Baseball vs. A's Fans, Baseball vs. Pride, and "The Misery in Missouri" with Chelsea Janes Jun 16, 2023

Rob Manfred addressed the media earlier this week about A’s fans following the “Reverse Boycott”, as well as MLB’s handling of Pride Month. Chelsea Janes of the Washington Post joins Jake and Jordan to break down Manfred’s comments and Major League Baseball's relationship with its fan bases of all demographics, and talk about Manfred’s standing as MLB Commissioner. Plus, Jake, Jordan, and Chelsea touch on the disasters that have been the Kansas City Royals and the St Louis Cardinals, marvel at the unmistakable talent of Shohei Ohtani, and reminisce about a chocolate sauce-covered Dan Uggla.

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The Oakland Reverse Boycott with Kyle Madson, PLUS Subway Series Stickiness and Gunnar’s Grand Slam Jun 14, 2023

Oakland Athletics fans conducted a ”Reverse Boycott” earlier this week in an attempt to get the owners to sell the team. But what does that actually accomplish? Jake and Jordan break it down, along with A’s fan Kyle Madson who was one of the 28,000 (!) fans in attendance. Then, Jake and Jordan dive into an incredibly underwhelming Subway Series, celebrate the resurgence of Gary Sanchez and Aaron Hicks, marvel at Gunnar Henderson’s Grand Slam, and ask the burning question: What would a hypothetical “Unimmaculate Inning” be? (And the answer is not "maculate".)

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The Hateless Yankees-Red Sox Rivalry, The Dead Mets, And What Did Jake Miss While He Was in France? Jun 12, 2023

After a week of cycling through the mountains of France (not a baseball metaphor, an actual trip), Jake has returned to a world of hate-free, passion-free Yankees-Red Sox matchups, eulogies of the Mets season, and the unstoppable wave of destruction from Elly de la Cruz. Plus, while Jake's still on European time - how difficult it is to buy a championship in baseball, compared to what Manchester City did in the Champions League? Finally, Jake lists out all of the baseball news that filtered to him through the French press, and asks Jordan to fill in les blancs.

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The Dominance of Oklahoma Softball, PLUS The Miserable Mets, The De La Cruz HR Ball Trade and Great Toes w/ Emma Baccellieri Jun 09, 2023

With the college baseball and softball postseasons in full swing, Jordan is joined by Emma Baccellieri of Sports Illustrated to break down the dominant Oklahoma Sooners softball program, and explain why their villainy is a good thing for the sport. Then, Jordan and Emma tell us how surprised they are about the capitulation of the New York Mets, analyze the trade that went down between a fan and Elly De La Cruz for his first home run ball, and investigate the names of each of our toes for reasons we promise are related to baseball.

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A Pod About A-Rod, featuring Alex Rodriguez Jun 07, 2023

Alex Rodriguez is one of the most polarizing figures in MLB history, but regardless of what you think of him, there’s no denying that he is one of the best to ever do it. This week, Jake got to sit down with the 14x All-Star to talk about what statistic he’s the proudest of from his career, the importance of fundamentals, his unlikely appreciation of the sac bunt, the Red-Sox-Yankees rivalry, taking the subway to Yankee Stadium and more. Then, Jake and Jordan break down the interview and discuss the entire experience of meeting with a figure of A-Rod’s magnitude. Plus, we can't ignore - Jordan gives his report on the debut of super prospect Elly De La Cruz.

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Weekend Wrap-Up, What’s His Deal, and The Latest On Stephen Strasburg w/ Jesse Dougherty Jun 05, 2023

With Jake deep in the mountains of France, it’s a Shusterman Family BBQ as Jordan is joined by his brother David. The two break down the biggest results from the weekend, play “What’s His Deal?” where David asks Jordan about a handful players and what... their deal is, and then the Shustermii sit down with Jesse Dougherty from the Washington Post about Stephen Strasburg’s continued injury issues, and the absolute severity of "severe nerve damage".

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All-Star Ballots, A Mop In The Desert, and Pocket Wieners Jun 02, 2023

It's #ALLSTARBALLOTSZN! Which means one lucky Oakland Athletic is getting "All-Star" written on his Baseball Reference page forever. Jake and Jordan give their All-Star nominations at each position for the AL and NL, but also fill out a separate ballot with the funniest possible All-Star picks, because baseball is fun. Plus, the guys touch on the Diamondbacks' impressive mop of the Rockies, and break down bootlegged movie snacks and Rod Carew’s hilarious tweet in “The Good, the Bad, and the Uggla.”

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The Dodgers, The World, and The Issue With TRUE Acceptance In Baseball | PLUS Stephen Schoch Previews the College Baseball Regional Weekend May 31, 2023

In the wake of the Dodgers inviting The Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence to a game earlier this week, multiple players who identify as Catholics have come out and expressed their concern with the group being given a platform at baseball games. Jake and Jordan explain why it’s incredibly important for baseball to continue to provide a space for marginalized communities to feel safe, respected, and accepted, and why these players need to understand the bigger picture. Then, Stephen Schoch from “The Schoch Factor” podcast previews college baseball’s highly anticipated regional weekend matchups. Finally, Jake and Jordan play “why haven’t you stolen a base yet?” and highlight the prospects who are lighting it up in “Prospect Pedestal”.

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Players Only Meetings, the Juggernaut O’s, and the Issue with the Padres May 26, 2023

The Toronto Blue Jays have been struggling, to the point of calling a Players Only meeting earlier this week. Jake and Jordan discuss what this means and how these meetings can help a team that isn’t living up to expectations. Then, the boys vibe check the rest of the teams in the AL East, break down the Padres’ struggles (why can’t they hit with RISP???), talk about a potential Drew Maggi movie, and preview the most exciting matchups coming up this weekend.

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100th Episode Mailbag Spectacular! May 24, 2023

What is Shohei Ohtani’s relationship with Funyans? Will we ever see Nike market authentic baseball pants to authentic people? And what would happen if every baseball dugout had a full Gatorade cooler of milk, and that milk had to be consumed in its entirety during the game, and if it’s not consumed, that team would have three runs taken away from its total? How would that change the sport? Jake and Jordan are answering all of the important questions - AND MORE - on this very special 100th episode of Baseball Bar-B-Cast!

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The Rise of Christopher Morel, Cedric Mullins’ Five-Hit Day, and Johns Hopkins Baseball w/ Matthew Ritchie May 22, 2023

EIGHT home runs in eleven games?? Christopher Morel has been a REVELATION for the Cubs over the past two weeks. Matthew Ritchie, former OBP king at Johns Hopkins University, joins Jordan to talk about Morel’s history-making form. Then, Jordan and Matthew break down the strength of the AL East, highlight Cedric Mullins’ impressive five-hit game, and hit on the well-educated juggernaut that is the Johns Hopkins baseball team.

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Jake Went to an A's Game Because No One Else Would, and The Padres Are Still Struggling May 19, 2023

Hey, did you see Jake on Wednesday night? Jake and no more than 4,000 of his closest friends went to the Oakland Coliseum to watch the A’s take on the Diamondbacks, and he breaks down the strange, depressing, revelatory experience. What does it all say about the impending move to Vegas? Then, the guys shine a spotlight on the struggling Padres by asking why they haven’t been able to live up to expectations so far, and debate over whether the Mets and Yankees are getting their swagger back. Finally, they single out some underperforming players with another edition of “Why Haven’t You Homered Yet?”, before providing their nominations for “The Good, the Bad, and the Uggla.”

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Aaron Judge and Peek-A-Boo Gate, Wemby, Tall Baseball, and The Worst Way to Lose A Perfect Game May 17, 2023

Was Aaron Judge sneaking a look at the dugout? Was the Yankees first base coach relaying information to Judge? And does any of this actually matter? Jake and Jordan break down Peek-A-Boo Gate. Then, in the wake of the San Antonio Spurs winning the NBA Lottery, the boys ask whether Victor Wembanyama would make a good baseball player (spoiler alert: no). Finally, the boys dig into the mailbag and answer the question “what is the worst way to lose a perfect game?”

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The Weekend That Was w/ Russ Dorsey May 15, 2023

What got Bryce Harper heated enough to deliver 2023's greatest mic drop? Jake and special guest host Russ Dorsey from Bally Sports break down the weekend's spiciest storylines and biggest questions, including “Who do you trust more: Joey Gallo or Cody Bellinger?”, “Can the Twins win their division?”, “How worried are we about the 2023 San Diego Padres?”, and “Seriously, what got into Bryce?”

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Winners & Losers of the Offseason, and METSCON with Bobby Wagner May 12, 2023

Now that we’re a couple of months into the season, Jake and Jordan look back at the biggest off-season moves and determine which teams have come out winners, and which have come out losers. Then, Bobby Wagner is back for another edition of METSCON. How dire is the situation in Flushing Meadows? Bobby breaks it all down. Finally, the Jake and Jordan give their nominations for this weeks edition of The Good, The Bad, and the Uggla.

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The Problem with the AL Central, an Exit Interview with Pedro Moura, and Prospect Time! May 10, 2023

Has the disparity between divisions in baseball become an issue? Jake and Jordan compare the AL East with the AL Central and debate about whether a fix is needed. Then, their former colleague from Fox Sports Pedro Moura pops by to talk about why he’s leaving the baseball industry after working as a journalist for over a decade. Finally, it’s time to talk about some prospects, including Reds infielder and excitement machine Elly De La Cruz.

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Willson Contreras Is Now A DH, and the Pirates Plummet Back to Earth May 08, 2023

After signing as the marquee free agent of the Cardinals' off-season, Willson Contreras is now being utilized as a DH. How?? Jake and Jordan break down what happened, and what’s next for St Louis and Contreras. Then, the guys run through all the action from the weekend, touch on Liam Hendriks' rehab start in AAA, and celebrate the life of 6x All-Star Vida Blue, who passed away over the weekend.

The Red Sox Are Actually Good, The Rays Are Still Hot, and Wander’s Ball Flip Needs To Be Celebrated May 05, 2023

Jake and Jordan were wrong about the Red Sox. Boston has been an entertaining team who have exceeded expectations so far this season. The team is hot…but are they good? Jake and Jordan discuss. Then, the boys break down exactly why Wander Franco’s cheeky ball flip against the Pirates is a good thing for baseball and give their nominations for this week’s edition of The Good, The Bad, and the Uggla.

The M’s, The O’s, The Miller Bowl, and the Current State of the Cubs w/ Maddie Lee May 03, 2023

Jake and Jordan recap the inaugural Miller Bowl between Mariners debutant Bryce Miller and Oakland’s Mason Miller, in which the former was perfect through five innings (and somehow still didn’t get the win). The guys also get biased and talk about the state of their favorite teams; the Mariners and the Orioles. Then, Cubs beat writer Maddie Lee joins the show to tell us all about the enigma that has been the Chicago Cubs.

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Is Bryce Harper Human? Plus Weekend Action, and the End-Of-Season Standings Draft May 01, 2023

Seriously, is Bryce Harper a real carbon-based human lifeform? Jake and Jordan question reality, now that Harper is set to return early from Tommy John surgery. The guys also wrap up the weekend series, and an improbable White Sox win over the Rays. And they break down the Cardinals early-season struggles, and hold an “End Of Season Standings” Draft, because there is nothing more fun than drafting.

The White Sox Are a Catastrophe, and The Pirates Are Not...Which is GREAT for Bryan Reynolds Apr 28, 2023

Jake and Jordan break down the catastrophe that has been the Chicago White Sox season so far and laugh about the incredible fan rant that went viral earlier this week. Then, the boys celebrate Bryan Reynolds’ eight-year extension with the Pirates, and give their nominations for this weeks edition of The Good, The Bad, and the Uggla.

The Death of the Oakland A’s w/ Marc Carig and Grant Balfour Apr 26, 2023

With the news that the Oakland Athletics have purchased land in Las Vegas with the intention of relocating over the coming years, Jake and Jordan look at beginning of the A’s tenure in Oakland, break down their relationship with the local government, and talk about the move from a Las Vegas perspective.

Marc Carig from The Athletic, lifelong A's fan, talks about how he felt when he saw the news, his thoughts on the Oakland Coliseum and it’s relationship with the franchise, and more.

Then, former Oakland Athletics All-Star Grant Balfour joins the show to talk about his experience playing in Oakland 2011-2013, as well as Balfour Rage, playing in subpar facilities, and his best Yoenis Cespedes story.

The Mopping Buccos, and Why Doesn’t Vlad Jr Want to be a Yankee? Apr 24, 2023

Jake and Jordan recap the weekends results, beginning with the Pirates four-game sweep of the Reds. Now that they’re on top of the NL Central, the boys ask, “Are the Pirates real?” Then, Jake and Jordan dive into Vlad Guerrero Jr’s comments about never wanting to become a Yankee and speculate as to why this may be the case, before breaking down the weekend's two perfect game pursuits.

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A’s To Vegas, and the Return of Fernando Tatis Jr Apr 21, 2023

Jake and Jordan react to the news that the Oakland Athletics will be relocating to Las Vegas. Then, they celebrate Fernando Tatis Jr’s return to baseball, discuss Max Scherzer’s 10-day suspension for use of a foreign substance, and give their nominations for this weeks edition of The Good, The Bad, and the Uggla.

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Shane McClanahan Joins The Show | Plus Ohtani at Yankee Stadium, Kershaw 200, and the Members of Club Hundo Apr 19, 2023

Jake and Jordan break down Shohei Ohtani's night of fun baseball things at Yankee Stadium, and discuss why he won't be signing with the Yankees this off-season. The guys celebrate Clayton Kershaw’s 200th win and debate his legacy, then Rays lefty Shane McClanahan joins the show to chat about his high school career, when he started to take baseball seriously, his crazy MLB debut, his thoughts on teammate Randy Arozarena, and more. Finally, in the wake of Hunter Greene’s extension with the Reds, Jordan quizzes Jake on the pitchers in “Club Hundo” this season.

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Gerrit Cole Throws A CG Shutout, and the Oakland Athletics Are The Most Depressing Team In Baseball Apr 17, 2023

Jake and Jordan break down all the action from this weekend’s games, including Devin Williams’ buzzer beater to beat the Padres, Gerrit Cole’s complete game shutout against the Twins, and more. Then, the boys dive into the complete disaster that is the Oakland Unathletics. Finally, the boys open up the inbox and respond to some listener e-mails.

Rays Keep on Winning, and Which Teams Are Breaking Out the Panic Button? Apr 14, 2023

Jake and Jordan continue to be surprised by the Tampa Bay Rays' red-hot start and look ahead to their series against the Blue Jays. Then, they break down which teams may be hitting the early-season panic button (Red Sox fans are not going to like this). Finally, the boys bring you another edition of “The Good, The Bad, and the Uggla” before picking out some under-performing players and asking them “why haven’t you homered yet?”

Brent Honeywell Joins | The Best Home Run Celebrations Apr 12, 2023

Jake and Jordan celebrate the Marlins first ever cycle, which was fittingly hit by one of the most entertaining players in baseball Luis Arraez. Then, the boys dig into the ridiculous story about the Yankees bat boy and his problematic hair, and break down the best home run celebrations in baseball. Next, San Diego Padres pitcher Brent Honeywell joins the show to talk about his health after an injury-riddled half decade, his impressive screwball, and his love of Waffle House. Finally, the boys open the inbox and dive into some listener e-mails.

Surprising Starts, Surprising Chapmans & Jake Apologizes to the Rays Apr 10, 2023

Jake and Jordan recap a fascinating weekend, and break down the teams they didn't expect to be at the top of the league, including the 9-0 Rays and the sadly-Cruzless Pirates. Plus, two Baseball Chapmans (Chapmen? Chapmii? Champans.) have impressed in early April - which is most likely to keep it going? Finally, the boys recap their live show in Baltimore, and look ahead to biggest series of the week.

Bar-B-Box Shenanigans LIVE from Baltimore Apr 09, 2023

Jake and Jordan, LIVE from Baltimore, break down Grayson Rodriguez’s debut start, and ask to hear from the members of the crowd who hate the new rules. Then, Orioles broadcaster Kevin Brown stops by the set to talk about this Orioles team and more. Finally, the boys pull out the “Bar-B-Box” for some fun shenanigans.

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The Braves Shortstop Situation, Plus The Return of The Good, The Bad, and The Uggla Apr 07, 2023

Jake and Jordan break down the Braves shortstop situation, touch on the latest Mets injuries, and look at the way-too-early WAR leaderboard. Then, due to popular demand, “The Good, The Bad, and The Uggla” returns. Finally, the boys look ahead to their favorite weekend matchups.

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G-Rod To Debut, and The Biggest Storylines That Jake Has Missed Apr 05, 2023

Jake is back, and he and Jordan Shusterman celebrate their reuniting by talking about the news that friend of the show Grayson Rodriguez will be making his Major League debut for the Baltimore Orioles today. Then, the boys break down the early season performances of rookies Jordan Walker and Anthony Volpe. Finally, with Jake having consumed baseball news exclusively through the Baltimore Sun newspaper this week, Jordan catches him up on the biggest things that he’s missed.

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Biggest Takeaways From Opening Weekend w/ Craig Goldstein Apr 03, 2023

Jordan Shusterman and guest host Craig Goldstein, Editor-in-Chief at Baseball Prospectus, react to the biggest storylines from the first four days of the MLB season, including the increased pace of play due to the pitch timer, the rise in stolen base attempts, the Dodgers outfield issues, and some BIG BOMBS from Stanton, Judge, and Oneil Cruz. BIG. BOMBS.

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Opening Day Starter Draft, and Awards Picks with CJ Nitkowski and Ryan Spilborghs from Loud Outs Mar 30, 2023

Opening Day is here and the vibes couldn’t be any better. Jake and Jordan open the show by drafting their favorite Opening Day starters. Will Team Jake or Team Jordan finish with a lower ERA come end of day? There’s only one way to find out. Then, CJ Nitkowski and Ryan Spilborghs from the Loud Outs podcast join the show and run through their 2023 Awards picks. Finally, Jake, Jordan, and a very special guest who may or may not live with Jake give their definitive postseason predictions.

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NL West Preview w/ Nick Piecoro of The Arizona Republic Mar 29, 2023

Did the Giants have the best bad offseason ever? Jake and Jordan break down everything you need to know about the NL West heading into the 2023 season. They analyze team changes, and ask the biggest questions surrounding every team, including “how good are the Dodgers’ young players” and “what can we expect from Fernando Tatis Jr?" Plus, Nick Piecoro of the Arizona Republic pops by to chat about the intriguing Diamondbacks.

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AL West Preview w/ Kennedi Landry from MLB.com Mar 27, 2023

Jake and Jordan break down everything you need to know about the AL West heading into the 2023 season. They analyze team changes, and ask the biggest questions surrounding every team, including whether there is anything for A’s fans to get excited about whatsoever, “are the Angels the team under the most pressure this season”, and “what does Julio Rodriguez need to do to win the MVP?” Plus, Kennedi Landry from MLB.com pops by to chat about the Rangers and the return to baseball for Bruce Bochy.

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AL Central Preview w/ Andre Knott from Bally Sports Mar 24, 2023

Jake and Jordan break down everything you need to know about the AL Central heading into the 2023 season. They analyze team changes, and ask the biggest questions surrounding every team, including whether the White Sox’s hiring of Pedro Grifol will have a Rob Thomson effect on the club, and "is Bobby Witt Jr the Barometer Bonds for the Royals?" Plus, Andre Knott from Bally Sports pops by to chat about the Guardians and tell us which player can hit more than 20 home runs for them this season.

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NL Central Preview w/ Russ Dorsey from Bally Sports Mar 22, 2023

Jake and Jordan break down everything you need to know about the NL Central heading into the 2023 season. They analyze team changes, and ask the biggest questions surrounding every team, including whether this the end for Joey Votto, who the Cardinals third best hitter will be, and is the Williams Contreras heist Oceans 11 or putting a bag of chips in your pocket at the bodega? Plus, Russ Dorsey from Bally Sports pops by to chat about the Cubs.

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Japan Wins the 2023 World Baseball Classic! Mar 22, 2023

Jake and Jordan react to the incredible WBC Final between Team USA and Samurai Japan. They dissect the most important moments of the game, including the epic Trout vs Ohtani finale, share their biggest takeaways, and reveal what storylines they will remember for the rest of their lives.

AL East Preview w/ Jake from Talkin' Yanks Mar 20, 2023

Jake and Jordan break down everything you will ever need to know about the AL East heading into the 2023 season - Who's back? Who's new in town? And what are the five biggest questions facing his division? Plus, Jomboy’s Jake Storiale stops by to talk Yankees.

Edwin Diaz Gets Injured, But The WBC Still Matters. PLUS, Alden Gonzalez on Team Cuba Mar 17, 2023

Jake and Jordan break down the extraordinary spectacle that was the Puerto Rico vs Dominican Republic WBC match-up. Then, they touch on the Edwin Diaz injury and explain why this unfortunate occurrence doesn’t mean that we should scrap the WBC. Finally, Alden Gonzalez from ESPN joins the boys to talk about Team Cuba and how much support they will have from the Cuban community for their game in Miami.

NL East Preview w/ Deesha Thosar from Fox Sports Mar 15, 2023

Jake and Jordan begin the episode by recapping the latest action from the WBC, including Cuba’s win over Australia in the quarter finals. Then, the boys dive into their division previews, starting with the NL East (21:00). They break down how each team fared in 2022, how successful their winter was, five big questions heading into the season, their over-under win totals, and more. Plus, Fox Sports' Deesha Thosar stops by to talk all things Mets.

Team USA Loses to Mexico, and Australia Cruise Through to the Quarters Mar 13, 2023

Jake and Jordan begin the episode by recapping Team USA’s disastrous loss to Mexico in the WBC and provide context as to why this team might not be performing as well as everyone had expected. Then, they touch on some of the other teams that are making headlines, including Team Australia, who made it through to the quarter finals for the first time in their history, and Team Israel, who have started their WBC campaign strong.

Australia Stuns Korea, and Other WBC Takeaways Mar 09, 2023

Jake and Jordan begin the episode by talking about the biggest narratives out of the first few days of the WBC. What was it like watching Yoenis Cespedes play again? Is there anything like Ohtani at the Tokyo Dome? How did Australia pull off such an incredible upset? And how good did Vinnie Pasquantino look in an Italian jersey? Then, they break down some of the latest Spring Training action.

World Baseball Classic Preview Extravaganza Mar 06, 2023

Jake and Jordan tell you everything that you need to know heading into the 2023 World Baseball Classic. Can anybody beat Japan? How legitimate is Mexico? And can Mike Piazza and Team Italy be this year's Cinderella?

Spring Injuries, Innings With No Umps, and Baseball Love Island Mar 02, 2023

Jake and Jordan begin the episode by talking about the unfortunate injuries to Gavin Lux, Tyler Glasnow and Joe Musgrove and how it affects their respective clubs. Then, the boys discuss the New York Yankees Spring Training lineup, how Max Scherzer has managed to use the pitch clock to his advantage, the umpire-less half-inning in the Orioles and Pirates game, and which baseball players would be best suited to appear on a reality dating show.

Padres Extend Manny Machado, and Early Pitch Clock Reactions Feb 27, 2023

Jake and Jordan begin the episode by discussing Manny Machado’s 11-year, $350 Million contract extension with the San Diego Padres. Then, the boys give their early reactions to the pitch clock. Has it made the games more entertaining? Finally, the boys break down the Spring Training match-up that everyone had been waiting all winter for; Northeastern vs the Boston Red Sox.

The “Favorite Things About Spring Training” Draft Feb 23, 2023

Jake and Jordan begin the episode by discussing the comments made by Shohei Ohtani’s agent that the star deserves to explore free agency. Then, they touch on why we’re seeing more players pull out of the World Baseball Classic. Finally, after a week on the ground at Spring Training, the boys draft their “Favorite Things About Spring Training.”

Live From Spring Training! Feb 20, 2023

Jake and Jordan break down all of the biggest talking points from the first few days of team camps in Florida and Arizona. Are the vibes still good in Philly? What facial hair is Carlos Rodon rocking? And who's looking good for the Braves?

Breaking Down Baseball’s New Rules For 2023 with Ryan Lavarnway, and Jake Eisenberg & Boog Sciambi Feb 16, 2023

Jake and Jordan begin the episode by listing off the four main rule changes that will be in effect for the 2023 MLB season. Then, they are joined by long time Major League catcher Ryan Lavarnway to talk about his thoughts on the pitch timer and how it will effect the game for pitchers, hitters, and fans. Next, broadcasters Jon Sciambi and Jake Eisenberg jump on to give their perspective on the new rules, before the boys dive into some rules related listener e-mails.

First Impressions of The WBC Rosters, and Pete Crow-Armstrong Joins the Show Feb 13, 2023

Jake and Jordan begin the show by giving their initial thoughts on the newly released World Baseball Classic rosters. Then, they are joined by Pete Crow-Armstrong of the Chicago Cubs to talk about his name, his career thus far, and what's in store for 2023.

Steven Kwan Talks About His Incredible Rookie Season, and Xavier Edwards of the Miami Marlins Talks Brunch Feb 09, 2023

Jake and Jordan begin the episode by honoring the NBA's new scoring leader LeBron James by talking through some of the baseball adjacent events in his career. Then, Steven Kwan of the Cleveland Guardians joins the show to talk about his incredible rookie season. Finally, Xavier Edwards of the Miami Marlins talks about his experience at the Roc Nation Brunch.

The Fernando Tatis Jr Rehabilitation Tour Begins, and the 2023 Scrapheap Draft Feb 06, 2023

Jake and Jordan begin the episode by talking about the Padres FanFest which saw the re-introduction of Fernando Tatis Jr to the fans and broader public. Then, the boys have a "Scrapheap Draft" in which they draft their favorite remaining Free Agents. Finally, Germany Schaefer is the focus of this weeks Dead-Ball Mad Libs.

Oriole Grayson Rodriguez Joins the Show, and Top 100 Prospects Talk Feb 02, 2023

Jake and Jordan begin the show by highlighting some of their favorite prospects across the variety of Top 100 Prospects lists. Then, one of the leagues best pitching prospects, Grayson Rodriguez of the Baltimore Orioles, joins the guys to talk about his recent engagement, how the Baltimore organization has changed since he got drafted, his love of hunting, and more. Finally, the boys cap off the episode by saluting the players that are heading overseas to play ball.

Vibe Check for All 30 Teams After One of the Most Entertaining Off-Seasons Ever Jan 30, 2023

Jake and Jordan run through all 30 MLB teams and determine what the vibe around each team is. Vibes range from the "Cloud 9" tier to the "Ya Got One Guy" tier.

Scott Rolen is a Hall of Famer, and Pedro Moura Chats Arte Moreno and the Angels Jan 26, 2023

Jake and Jordan begin the show by talking about Scott Rolen's induction into the BBWAA Hall of Fame. Then, they are joined by Pedro Moura (@pedromoura) of Fox Sports to discuss the news that Angels owner Arte Moreno is no longer open to selling the team. Finally, Dutch Leonard headlines the latest edition of Dead-Ball Mad Libs.

The Lopez-Arráez Deal, and Comerica Park Gets New Dimensions Jan 23, 2023

Jake and Jordan begin the episode by breaking down the Pablo Lopez-Luis Arráez trade and how it will seemingly influence Jazz Chisholm. Then, they talk about the Tigers changing the dimensions of Comerica Park and ask the question "if you could change the dimensions of any stadium, what would you change?" Finally, the boys end the episode with a fun listener e-mail.

Breaking Down the 2023 Hall of Fame Ballot Jan 19, 2023

Jake and Jordan go through every name listed on the 2023 BBWAA Hall of Fame Ballot, break them into tiers (the "So Cute" tier, the "Nice Career, But Not Quite" tier, the "Black Ink/Red Flags" tier, the "Shoo-Ins If They’d Never Tested Positive For Drugs" tier, the "Relievers" tier, and the "Easiest Votes" tier) and ultimately decide who they would vote for and why.

New Info on the Correa-Mets Saga, International Signing Day, and Dead-Ball Mad Libs Jan 16, 2023

Jake and Jordan begin the episode by talking about the revelation that the Mets used the same ankle specialist to conduct Carlos Correa's physical as the Giants. Was this was a good move by the Mets or not? The boys debate. Then, they discuss the importance of yesterdays International Signing Day, before diving into another edition of Dead-Ball Mad Libs.

Correa Finally Seriously Officially Signs with the Twins, and former #1 Draft Pick Henry Davis Joins the Show Jan 11, 2023

Jake and Jordan begin the show by talking about the news that Carlos Correa has officially signed with the Minnesota Twins. Based on everything that has happened over the past couple of weeks in regards to his failed physicals with multiple teams, do the San Francisco Giants deserve an apology? Then, the guys are joined by Henry Davis, the first overall pick in the 2021 MLB Draft to chat about his career so far, his aspirations for 2023, and a whole lot more.

The Trevor Bauer Fallout, and The Debut Of “Who Said This: 2022 Phillies or Wu-Tang Clan?” Jan 09, 2023

Jake and Jordan begin the show by talking about the latest in the Trevor Bauer saga. How did we get here and what’s next for Bauer? Then, the boys touch on the latest Phillies-Tigers trade, play a game that Jake just made up called “Who Said This: A Member of the 2022 Phillies or A Member of The Wu-Tang Clan?”, and give yet another Carlos Correa update (spoiler alert, there’s still not a whole lot to discuss).

The Red Sox Extend Rafael Devers Jan 05, 2023

Jake and Jordan begin the show by breaking down Rafael Devers' 11-year contract extension with the Boston Red Sox. The Sox were finally able to agree on a deal with a homegrown talent after Betts and Bogaerts walked, but did they choose the right player to invest in? Then, the boys finish off the show by talking about the turnover of MLB umpires this off-season.

What Have We Missed? Jan 03, 2023

Jake and Jordan are back for their first show of 2023. After not having recorded a new podcast in over a week, the boys look at all the trades and signings that have taken place over that period and give their thoughts on each one.

Garrett Stubbs Joins the Show! Dec 29, 2022

Philadelphia Phillies catcher Garrett Stubbs joins Jake and Jordan for an in-depth chat about Hanukkah, the 2022 Phillies, JT Realmuto, his walk-off homer against the Marlins, and a whole lot more.

Carlos Rodón Joins the Show! Dec 26, 2022

New Yankee Carlos Rodon joins Jake and Jordan for an in-depth chat about signing with the Yankees, his family, his career so far, and a whole lot more.

The Latest on the Carlos Correa Saga, and the return of METSCON with Bobby Wagner Dec 22, 2022

Jake and Jordan begin the episode by digging into the details of Carlos Correa's move to the Mets. How did it all happen? Where does this leave the Giants? The boys break it down. Then, their former producer Bobby Wagner jumps on for a much anticipated edition of METSCON.

Jordan Reacts LIVE to the Carlos Correa News Dec 21, 2022

Jake breaks the news of Carlos Correa signing with the Mets to Jordan in this sudden urgent baseball podcast based upon baseball news.

Rodón to the Yankees, Swanson to the Cubs, and a Very Important Petey Update Dec 19, 2022

Jake and Jordan begin the episode by talking about their rich friend Carlos Rodón signing a very nice contract with the New York Yankees. Are the Yankees now favorites to win the AL East? The boys discuss. Then, they break down Dansby Swanson's move to the Cubs and talk about what it means for Chicago as well as for Swanson's former team; the Braves. Finally, the boys respond to an e-mail they received throughout the week in regards to Petey the donkey.

Correa’s Giant Deal, and Baseball Reference Wrapped Dec 15, 2022

Jake and Jordan begin the show by talking about Carlos Correa's huge deal with the San Francisco Giants. Is Correa a better fit for the Giants than Judge would have been? The boys debate. Next, they break down the Sean Murphy trade and ponder where the A's go from here. Finally, Jordan quizzes Jake on Baseball Reference's Sportify Wrapped for 2022.

The Money Mets, the Monday Mailbag, and More Mad Libs Dec 12, 2022

Jake and Jordan begin the episode by talking about the Mets latest moves. Does this make them a better or worse team than last year? The boys break it all down. Then, they give their thoughts on the signings of Kevin Kiermaier, Sean Manaea and Trevor Williams. Next, they answer more of your questions on the Monday Mailbag and finish the episode off with another edition of Dead-Ball Mad Libs.

Xander Bogaerts to the Padres, and the Five Biggest Questions Leaving The Winter Meetings Dec 08, 2022

Jake and Jordan begin this final show of the Winter Meetings by breaking down the Padres signing of Xander Bogaerts. Then, they run through their five biggest questions coming out of the Winter Meetings.

Rule 5 Draft and More, with Special Guest Bailey Freeman Dec 08, 2022

Jake and Jordan are joined by friend of the show Bailey Freeman (@FoolishBB) to talk about the latest news and transactions from the Winter Meetings. They touch on Willson Contreras' deal with the Cardinals, the Red Sox's signing of Japanese outfielder Masataka Yoshida, Jameson Taillon's four-year deal with the Cubs, more on the Judge signing, before giving their overall thoughts on what was Bailey's first ever Winter Meetings.

Judge Stays A Yankee Dec 07, 2022

Aaron Judge is heading back to the Bronx after signing a 9-year, $360 Million deal with the Yankees. Jake and Jordan talk about what this signing means to the Yankees and the city of New York, as well as the losers of the Judge sweepstakes; the Giants and Padres.

Jerry Dipoto Joins the Show, and Arson at the Winter Meetings Dec 07, 2022

Jake and Jordan begin the episode by talking about THAT TWEET that rocked the Winter Meetings today in which it was announced that "Arson Judge" was heading to the Giants. Then, the boys break down some of the moves that actually DID happen today including Taijuan Walker to the Phillies, Cody Bellinger to the Cubs, Josh Bell to the Guardians, and Mitch Haniger to the Giants. Next, the boys are joined live on set by the President of Baseball Operations for the Seattle Mariners Jerry Dipoto to talk about his love of trading, and much much more. Finally, the boys give a quick wrap up on the inaugural MLB draft lottery.

Which Teams Are Under The Most Pressure During The Winter Meetings? Dec 06, 2022

It's Day Two of the Winter Meetings and Jake and Jordan talk about the five teams they think are under the most amount of pressure to make a big splash before the end of the week. Then, they talk about Aaron Judge's spicy profile in TIME.

Trea Turner Signs with the Phillies, with Special Guest Chelsea Janes Dec 06, 2022

Jake and Jordan are joined by Chelsea Janes, National Baseball Reporter for the Washington Post, to talk about Trea Turner signing an 11-year contract with the Philadelphia Phillies. Then, the trio touch on Justin Verlander's move to the Mets (how will he and Max Scherzer co-exist?), and ponder what chaos may ensue at the Winter Meetings when Aaron Judge makes an appearance tomorrow.

Justin Verlander Signs with the Mets Dec 05, 2022

Jake and Jordan, live from the Winter Meetings in San Diego, react to the news that ace Justin Verlander has signed with the New York Mets. The boys break down what the signing means for the Mets, and where it leaves the Astros. Then, they talk about the experience of being at the winter meetings with the rest of the baseball world.

Welcome to the Winter Meetings! Dec 05, 2022

Jake and Jordan have officially landed in San Diego for this weeks Winter Meetings. In this episode, they talk about what to expect from the week, and then react to the Hall of Fame accountment.

URGENT SUDDEN PODCAST BASED UPON BASEBALL NEWS: Jacob deGrom Signs With The Rangers! Dec 03, 2022

Jake and Jordan share their thoughts on the 5-year, $185 Million contract that the Texas Rangers and ace Jacob deGrom have agreed to. Where does this put the Rangers? How nervous should this make the Mets? The boys break it all down.

Daniel Álvarez-Montes from El Extrabase Talks Venezuelan Home Run Derby and Winter League News Dec 01, 2022

Jake and Jordan begin the show by discussing the Astros signing of José Abreu. Is this franchise experiencing Enlightened Absolutism under the rule of Jim Crane? Then, they touch on the insanity that is the Aaron Judge bidding war. Next, they are joined by Daniel Álvarez-Montes from El Extrabase (@DanielAlvarezEE) to talk about the Venezuelan Home Run derby, Asdrúbal Cabrera's punch in the Winter League that resulted in an all out brawl, and more. Finally, the boys bring on Producer Chris to talk about the Socceroos incredible win over Denmark.

Judge Meets with the Giants, and Vinnie Pasquantino Tells Us If The Jets Won Nov 28, 2022

Jake and Jordan begin the show by breaking down Aaron Judge's meeting with the San Francisco Giants. Then, the boys answer all of your questions in the Monday Mailbag. Next, it's time for Dead-Ball Mad Libs before we finally bring in everybody's favorite guest Vinnie Pasquantino for the debut edition of "Did The Jets Win?"

BONUS EPISODE - Thanksgiving with Vinnie Pasquantino Nov 25, 2022

Jake and Jordan are joined by Kansas City Royals first baseman Vinnie Pasquantino for this Thanksgiving bonus episode of Baseball Bar-B-Cast.

The Four Free Agent Shortstops Special! Nov 23, 2022

Jake and Jordan break down their thoughts on this off-seasons four big free agent shortstops; Carlos Correa, Trea Turner, Xander Bogaerts, and Dansby Swanson.

Monday Mailbag and Dead-Ball Mad Libs LIVE from Jake’s Parents Basement Nov 21, 2022

Jake and Jordan, LIVE from Jake's parents basement, touch on the news that Cody Bellinger has been non-tendered by the Dodgers. Then, they ponder where Justin Verlander may end up next season, and discuss the Angels' trade for Gio Urshela. Finally, the boys answer all of your mailbag questions and play "Dead-Ball Mad Libs".

Off-Season Preview MEGA PODCAST Part Two: The Players, PLUS MLB Awards Reaction Nov 18, 2022

Jake and Jordan kick off the episode by running through all of the results from this weeks MLB Awards. Then, they quickly touch on some of the biggest news stories from the last few days, before diving into the ten free agents that they'll be watching closely this off-season.

Off-Season Preview MEGA PODCAST Part One: The Teams, feat. Grant Brisbee and Deesha Thosar Nov 14, 2022

Jake and Jordan go through ALL 30 MLB TEAMS and discuss what their off-season prospects look like. And as all good content creators do, they sorted each team into hilarious custom tiers. These tiers include "Tank Town" (A's, Nationals, Pirates, Reds) [1:58], "Bottom of the AL Central, Figure Your Shit Out" (Royals, Tigers) [5:48]--, "The Rockies" (Uhh, Rockies) [9:23], "You're Not Thinking About Them But They Could Do Some Weird Shit" (D-Backs, Rays, Twins, Marlins, Brewers, Guardians) [11:01], "Non-Playoff Teams With Money To Spend" (White Sox, Cubs, Rangers, Angels, Orioles, Red Sox) [27:47], "Good Teams With Money To Spend" (Mariners, Cardinals, Blue Jays, Phillies, Braves, Astros, Padres) [47:10], and "The Headliners" (Giants w/ special guest Grant Brisbee, Mets w/ special guest Deesha Thosar, Yankees, Dodgers) [1:05:21].

The 2022 MLB Time Capsule Nov 10, 2022

Jake and Jordan, along with their good friend Foolish Bailey (@FoolishBB), cap off the 2022 MLB calendar by building a time capsule and filling it with physical items that represent various memorable moments of the season.

World Series Wrap-Up, and Edwin Diaz gets PAID! Nov 07, 2022

With the World Series officially done and dusted, Jake and Jordan touch on the biggest stories coming out of that series. Was the Houston crowd rowdy enough? Why did Dusty Baker finish filling in his scorecard before celebrating? Will Bryce Harper need surgery? Should the World Series loser have a smaller parade? The boys answer it all. Then, they shift their attention to the craziness that is the MLB's Hot Stove!

Reaction to Game Six – The Astros Win the World Series! Nov 06, 2022

The Astros have won the 2022 World Series! Jake and Jordan break down all of the action from the game including the Verlander vs Wheeler match-up, Yordan's 6th inning heroics, the Schwarbunt, and a whole lot more. Then, the boys say goodbye to the 2022 Philadelphia Phillies, dissect this incredible Astros dynasty, and touch on all of the people they're happy for within the Astros organization.

Reaction to Game Five - Chas McCormick Saves the Game for the Astros Nov 04, 2022

Jake and Jordan react to the Astros win in Game Five of the World Series. They break down the Verlander vs Syndergaard pitching match-up, talk about some great late-game defensive plays from Alex Bohm and Chas McCormick, revel in how right they were about Jeremy Peña, and a whole lot more.

Reaction to Game Four – Javier & Co No-Hit the Phillies Nov 03, 2022

Jake and Jordan react to the Astros win in Game Four of the World Series. They break down Cristian Javier's incredible pitching performance that culminated in a combined no-hitter, touch on Aaron Nola's somewhat disappointing performance, preview the all-important Game Five, and a whole lot more.

Reaction to Game Three – The Phillies Destroy McCullers Nov 02, 2022

Jake and Jordan react to the Phillies win in Game Three of the World Series. They break down and rank all five of the Phillies home runs,debate whether Lance McCullers was tipping pitches or not, question how Dusty Baker has managed the bullpen during the World Series, and a whole lot more.

Looking Ahead to Game Three, and a World Series Perfect Game! Oct 31, 2022

Jake and Jordan preview Game 3 of the World Series. The two discuss what they're expecting from both Noah Syndergaard and Lance McCullers Jr, and talk about the possibility of Rob Thomson moving Harper up the batting order. Then, they dissect umpire Pat Hoberg's perfect game in Game 2, and touch on Nolan Arenado opting in to his contract with the Cardinals.

Reaction to Game Two – Framber and the Astros Tie the Series Oct 30, 2022

Jake and Jordan react to the Astros win in Game Two of the World Series. They touch on Framber Valdez's incredible pitching performance, the hot start from the Astros bats, Zach Wheelers sluggish start, Kyle Schwarber's close HR call in the 8th, Jeremy Peña's toss to no one, Martin Maldonado's illegal bat, and a whole lot more.

Reaction to Game One - An Instant Classic! Oct 29, 2022

Jake and Jordan react to what was an incredible first game of the World Series. They touch on Kyle Tucker's bat flip celebration, Justin Verlander's pitching performance, Kyle Schwarber's stolen base, Nick Castellanos' game-saving catch, and a whole lot more.

World Series Media Day Special Guest Extravaganza! Oct 28, 2022

Jake and Jordan were extremely busy during todays Media Day. They spoke with Phillies outfielder Brandon Marsh (2:52), Phillies center fielder Matt Vierling (12:04), Phillies President of Baseball Operations Dave Dombrowski (26:08), Phillies beat writer Alex Coffey (36:27), Astros reliever Ryne Stanek (45:15), and the great Jeff Passan (1:02:47).

World Series Position by Position Comparisons, and the Boys Answer Some Big Questions Oct 26, 2022

Jake and Jordan preview the World Series matchup between the Astros and the Phillies by breaking down each position and determining which team has the advantage and why. Then, Producer Chris jumps on to ask some of the biggest questions heading into the series.

The 2022 World Series Matchup Is Set! Oct 24, 2022

Rhys Hoskins; Congrats on the World Series, dude.

With both the ALCS and NLCS being decided yesterday, Jake and Jordan break down both series and talk about how the Yankees season and the Padres season will be remembered.

Altuve Hitless, Jake Sleepless, and Cespedes Returns! Oct 21, 2022

Jordan and a very sleep deprived Jake kick off the episode by breaking down Game 2 of the NLCS, including Father Nola's reaction to Austin's hit off Aaron. Then, how are the Astros 2-0 up in the ALCS even though Jose Altuve is still hitless? The boys explain. Finally, Yoenis Céspedes goes 4-4 in the Dominican Winter League!

ALCS Narratives, and Phillies Take Down The Yellow and Brown in Game 1…That’s What’s In Oct 19, 2022

Jake and Jordan react to Game One of the NLCS, and give their thoughts on the Kyle Schwarbomb. Then, they break down the lineups for the ALCS and hit on some of the most intriguing narratives heading into that series.

A World Series With Either The Phillies or Padres?! Oct 18, 2022

Jake and Jordan break down the NLCS match-up between the Phillies and the Padres. They run through both lineups, before touching on some of the most intriguing series storylines, including Austin Nola vs Aaron Nola, and Fernando Tatis Jr's absence. Finally, the boys share their picks for the series.

The Most Fulfilling Home Run of Jake’s Life, and the Mariners Get Swept In The Best Way Possible Oct 17, 2022

Jake and Jordan react to Rhys Hoskins’ incredible home run and bat spike in the Phillies series win over the Braves. Then, the boys touch on the Dodgers post-season collapse, explain why the Mariners should still be proud of what they accomplished this season, and implore people to stop complaining about Josh Naylor’s home run celebration.

The Grand Goose Conspiracy, Two Tied Series in the NLDS, and Yordan Crushing Baseballs/Jordan's Dreams Oct 14, 2022

The guys are back again to break down the results from the last couple of days. The Braves and Padres tie their series at 1-1, while the Astros beat the Mariners to go 2-0 up. How much longer will Jordan's postseason heartbreak last?

Yordan Has Made Jordan Very Sad, and Other Division Series Results Oct 12, 2022

Jordan dissects his feelings with therapist Jake in the wake of Yordan Alvarez's 3-run walk-off homer against the Mariners. The boys also break down the Phillies win over the Braves, the Yankees win against the Guardians, and the Dodgers victory over the Padres.

Division Series Previews, Scouting Goliath, and Veritable Moats Oct 10, 2022

At 6'9", and facing an enemy armed only with a single rock, was Goliath the single biggest choke artist in history? Jake and Jordan break it down, along with extensive previews of the Division Series matchups. (Mostly the latter.)

If you're looking for Mets-Padres content, that's the episode below this one. If you're actively trying to avoid Mets content today (looking at you Seinfeld), then this is your party.

Wrapping Up the Wild Card Round Oct 10, 2022

Jake and Jordan break down everything that happened in the Wild Card Round. We had underdog sweeps in St. Louis and Toronto, a walk-off in Cleveland, and heartbreak in Queens.

Wild Card Round Preview (and Aaron Judge hits 62) Oct 06, 2022

Jake and Jordan start by talking about Aaron Judge finally hitting his record breaking 62nd home run, and specifically how they found out about it since it was on Yom Kippur. Then they get into full previews for each of the four Wild Card Round match-ups: Rays vs Guardians, Phillies vs Cardinals, Mariners vs Blue Jays and Padres vs Mets. Why is each team good? Why is each team bad? What will be the key factors? And who do they think will move on?

The Mariners Clinch! Oct 03, 2022

Jake and Jordan begin the show by talking about how funny the reaction has been to Aaron Judge being stuck on 61 homers . They then break down the Braves sweep of the Mets, before Jordan tells us about his experience being at T-Mobile Park and watching his Mariners clinch their first post-season berth since 2001.

Judge Hits 61, and the Orioles Are STILL Playing Meaningful Baseball Sep 29, 2022

On the very first episode of Baseball Bar-B-Cast, Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman react to Aaron Judge hitting his 61st home run of the season (which was almost caught by a guy with one of the best names we've ever heard). The guys then delve into the Mets/Braves series and how the two pitching staffs compare. Finally, they give their thoughts on the great seasons that the Orioles and the Mariners have put together, and talk about LaLoser of the White Sox season.

Baseball Bar-B-Cast is BACK! Sep 22, 2022

Jake Mintz & Jordan Shusterman are back with a new year (and new home) of Baseball Bar-B-Cast just in time for the 2024 season. Have fun with your best baseball friends every Monday, Wednesday & Friday in your ears and on the Yahoo Sports YouTube channel.

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