Baseball is Dead (MLB Podcast)

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Episode 438: Halo Blues Jun 29, 2026

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Episode 438: Baseball is Dead has risen from the grave to deliver your weekend recap of all the action around Major League Baseball.

Jared, Dallas, Jay Hay, and Tyler kick things off by chatting about America’s 250th birthday and teasing a special patriotic edition of Drafts coming soon to the Baseball Is Dead Patreon.

Perry Minasian’s time in Anaheim has finally come to an end. The guys break down what a disaster the Angels have been both on and off the field for the past decade, with Jay Hay making the case that it might be the single worst job an up-and-coming baseball front office executive could take.

The firings continue across the league as the New York Mets let go of manager Carlos Mendoza. The crew also reacts to the latest Juan Soto speculation and the clubhouse culture surrounding baseball’s highest-paid player.

Grab a plate of Jay Hay’s hot, fresh, award-winning nugs and get ready for a banger of a holiday week.

00:00:00 - Happy 250th, America + An American Draft? Sign up for the BID Patreon

00:13:52 - Rapid Weekend Series Recap | White Sox vs Royals

00:15:56 - Reds vs Pirates

00:17:08 - Twins vs Rockies

00:18:24 - Guardians vs Mariners

00:19:09 - Tigers vs Astros

00:20:07 - Dodgers vs Padres

00:21:45 - Braves vs Giants

00:22:38 - Cubs vs Brewers

00:23:51 - Marlins vs Cardinals

00:26:11 - Nationals vs Orioles

00:27:07 - A’s vs Angels | Perry Minasian Fired

00:52:37 - Reid Detmers, The Hidden Gem of the Trade Deadline?

01:02:39 - Mets Fire Carlos Mendoza & Latest Juan Soto Rumors

01:23:14 - How Do You Fix the Mets?

01:29:16 - Who Could the Next Mets Manager Be?

01:39:01 - Final Thoughts + Award-Winning Nugs

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Episode 437: RIP MiLB? Jun 25, 2026

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Episode 437: Major changes to the Major League Baseball draft system could be on the horizon with the new CBA.

The league is deciding whether to include new draft eligibility rules that would cut out all high school players from being drafted. Jared, Dallas, Jay Hay, and Tyler break down the pros and cons of such a radical change, the ramifications it would have across Minor League Baseball, and the substantial boost college baseball would receive if it happens.

The guys dive deep into the draft with one of the best interviews in Baseball is Dead history. Projected top-5 pick Jackson Flora joins the show for a great conversation about his draft process, his favorite team growing up, and an all-time answer to the show’s patented final question for guests.

The crew also discusses Tarik Skubal’s return from injury and what his trade sweepstakes look like with just a few weeks left before the deadline. They also break down the most polarizing player in baseball right now: Dalton Rushing.

Dive deep with Baseball is Dead and get ready for another loaded weekend of baseball action.

00:00:00 - Jared Returns From MLB Combine

00:03:05 - Last Year For High School Players to be Draft Eligible?

00:31:21 - The Rise of College Baseball at the Cost of Minor League Baseball

00:49:50 - Jackson Flora Joins BID

01:31:57 - Tarik Skubal Sweepstakes Update

01:37:18 - Paul Goldschmidt’s Resurgence

01:39:21 - What Team Becomes The Scariest With Tarik Skubal?

01:43:43 - Another Yankees Cake Walk Through the AL?

01:48:36 - The Most Polarizing Player in Baseball: Dalton Rushing

01:55:08 - Family Feud

02:26:20 - Sign Up For The BID Patreon

02:30:21 - Award-Winning Nugs

02:37:18 - Final Thoughts

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Episode 436: Beleaguered Buster Jun 24, 2026

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Episode 436: Baseball is Dead is Down One Man. No, it’s not because our guy Jared Carrabis ate 106 off his home, Saugus tough. Buster Posey feels like he just got rocked after another day of Giants stories dominating baseball. Posey’s comments on the Pride Night fiasco have left Giants fans wanting more, just like the team’s performance on the field. Jay Hay makes the case again for the Giants being forced to trade their ace Logan Webb, and the guys react to Rafael Devers’ comments on his pinch-running incident.

The Phillies lit up the Nationals in the 9th inning and are now just 5.5 games back of the first-place Atlanta Braves. The crew discusses the possibility of Philly storming back in the NL East race. Pete Crow-Armstrong’s hot streak continues, but so do the injuries across the Chicago Cubs’ starting rotation. With two starters landing on the IL, everyone’s wondering what the Cubs’ next pitching move will be.

And lastly, the guys show some love to players across the league for their recent performances, and Jay Hay delivers some award-winning nugs!

00:00:00 - Jared Day To Day, Head Contusion

00:04:05 - Buster Posey’s Statement on Pride Night

00:15:01 - Rafael Devers Speaks

00:20:34 - Do The Giants Have To Trade Logan Webb?

00:34:37 - Phillies Light Up The 9th vs Washington

00:42:02 - Jazz Chisholm, The Lollipop Kid.

00:51:22 - Show’em Some Love

01:00:00 - PCA’s Greatness | Cubs Pitching Injuries Grow

01:05:47 - Can the Phillies catch the Braves?

01:12:52 - Award-Winning Nugs

01:15:28 - Final Thoughts

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Episode 435: Devers' Defiance Jun 22, 2026

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Episode 435: MLB Draft season is fast approaching! Our tribal chief, Jared, is away at the MLB Draft Combine, which allows Dallas, Tyler, and Jay Hay to get weird at the start of the week!

Rafael Devers finds himself in the news once again for the wrong reasons. This time, it features him attempting to wave off a pinch runner and send him back to the dugout in the 9th inning. The guys react to the potential fallout of another public incident for Devers and the Giants organization.

Bryce Harper hit for his own “Br-cycle” this week and added another milestone to his potential Hall of Fame career. The conversation on Harper leads the guys to discuss which active player most needs a World Series ring to cement their legacy.

And lastly, Byron Buxton has said he does not want to be traded from the Minnesota Twins. The crew reacts to the request and the lose-lose situation small-market superstars find themselves in during the social media era.

00:00:00 - Milky The Hunchback

00:02:13 - What Do the Giants Do With Rafael Devers?

00:31:34 - Bryce Harper Hits for the Cycle

00:40:26 - Whose Legacy Would Most Benefit From a World Series Ring?

00:48:08 - Jake Bauers Joins BID

01:21:54 - Byron Buxton Wants to Stay in Minnesota

01:35:25 - Housekeeping Around the League

01:39:19 - Home Run Derby Update

01:46:11 - Award-Winning Nugs

01:55:32 - Final Thoughts

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Episode 434: Swing Kings Jun 19, 2026

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Episode 434: The dawn of a new era has arrived.

Baseball Is Dead Family Feud has leveled up with the addition of a rotating fourth player. Each Thursday, a new guest will join the mix to complete a 2-vs-2 round. Teammates will be bonded for life… and hearts will be broken forever.

Before the feud begins, the guys break down the major change Major League Baseball made to the Home Run Derby rules — the clock is gone, replaced by a set number of swings. The crew shares their thoughts on the new format, along with the official start of award season in Casa de Carrabis.

Shohei Ohtani’s “struggles” on the mound have the guys intrigued as he continues his historic chase for both the MVP and Cy Young in what’s shaping up to be one of the greatest National League Cy Young races in history.

Finally, Bruce Meyer joins Baseball Is Dead to break down the latest in MLB labor negotiations. Will there be a strike? Will games be missed? And is a salary cap actually coming to baseball?

Lock in for a loaded edition of Baseball Is Dead!

00:00:00 - Vote Nick Kurtz

00:02:28 - Major Home Run Derby Rule Change

00:30:38 - Award Season in The Carrabis House | What Award Should Jared Win Next? Let Us Know In The Comments!

00:41:12 - Ohtani “Struggles” on The Mound

00:56:05 - Pete Crow-Armstrong on a HEATER

01:01:54 - What Do The Cubs Do at The Trade Deadline?

01:11:17 - A New Era of Family Feud Begins

01:41:06 - Join the Baseball Is Dead Patreon!

01:42:30 - Bruce Meyer Joins BID

02:37:23 - Nugs

02:44:11 - Final Thoughts

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Episode 433: Giant Yard Sale Jun 17, 2026

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Episode 433: All-Star season is officially here! The first round of voting has been released, and Dallas has officially begun his campaign for Nick Kurtz to make the All-Star Game. The conversation then shifts to a debate over who the best catcher in baseball is following Drake Baldwin’s return to the Atlanta Braves.

According to recent reporting, the San Francisco Giants are open for business. A disastrous season has forced Buster Posey to try to move the big contracts of Rafael Devers, Willy Adames, and Matt Chapman. The guys break down exactly what it would take to trade those massive deals and who among the three high-dollar players is the real prize.

The Giants remain in the news for all the wrong reasons. Landen Roupp, JT Brubaker, and Ryan Walker all wrote Bible verses on their hats during Pride Night at the stadium, turning a night meant for inclusion into a debate about something much bigger. Lastly, the guys show some love for players who are succeeding around the league on the eve of a landmark edition of Baseball is Dead.

00:00:00 - Vote Nick Kurtz

00:08:27 - Who Is the Best Catcher in Baseball?

00:21:12 - The Giants Are Open for Business

00:41:35 - What Team With a Losing Record Would You Want to Take Over?

00:48:49 - Giants Pride Night Controversy

01:07:34 - Show ’Em Some Love

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Episode 432: Mr. 105 Jun 15, 2026

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Episode 432: Baseball never rests, and neither do we. Baseball is Dead is back with a full recap of all the weekend series!

Tarik Skubal made his long-awaited return to an MLB mound. The guys break down his first start back and discuss what the future holds for the lefty.

Jacob Misiorowski delivered a masterpiece that left the entire league in awe. He threw a 9-inning, 15-strikeout shutout with a perfect 100 Game Score, putting himself firmly in the driver’s seat for the National League Cy Young. Jay Hay puts the historic start in proper perspective and gives it the praise it deserves.

Jared and Tyler ask Dallas about his final days in Las Vegas with the A’s, plus the record-breaking day the Colorado Rockies had in Sin City. Dallas reacts live to the first round of All-Star Game voting results — and he is not happy with what he sees.

Lastly, the guys host another potential 1-1 pick in this year’s MLB Draft. UCLA star Roch Cholowsky joins the show to talk about the draft season!

00:00:00 - Jared’s Neighbor PTSD

00:17:33 - Rapid Weekend Series Recap | Rays vs Angels

00:18:42 - Astros vs Royals

00:20:05 - Red Sox vs Rangers

00:22:14 - Marlins vs Pirates

00:24:11 - Cardinals vs Twins

00:25:02 - Braves vs Mets

00:27:25 - Yankees vs Blue Jays

00:29:35 - Cubs vs Giants

00:31:28 - Brewers vs Phillies

00:33:24 - Nationals vs Mariners

00:35:33 - Diamondbacks vs Reds

00:37:29 - Padres vs Orioles

00:38:01 - Tigers vs Guardians | Tarik Skubal Returns

00:46:13 - The No-Hitter Heard All Around Saugus, Massachusetts.

01:01:19 - The BID Patreon!

01:07:19 - Jacob Misiorowski, 9 IP, 15 Ks, 0 ERs

01:33:23 - The A’s Week in Vegas Ends

01:42:10 - All Star Game Voting Numbers Released

01:47:25 - Final Thoughts

01:50:15 - Interview With Hopeful 1-1 Pick, UCLA INF Roch Cholowsky

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Episode 431: Southside Stand Up Jun 11, 2026

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Episode 431: Our lefty, Dallas Braden, is back on the show and reacts to an insane offensive display in Las Vegas. Tarik Skubal’s impending return on Saturday throws an interesting twist into the story of the American League Central.

No one thought the Chicago White Sox would find themselves atop the division in June. Southside Jerry plants his flag for the White Sox, and the guys discuss the odds of the Sox winning the AL Central. To wrap up the week, Jay Hay puts Jared and Tyler in the torture chamber with this week’s Family Feud, in which Tyler makes Feud history.

A must-listen edition of Baseball is Dead to send you into the weekend.

00:00:00 - Dallas Returns + His Reaction To The Vegas A’s

00:26:25 - Tarik Skubal Returns Saturday

00:35:15 - The 1st Place Chicago White Sox

00:51:27 - Family Feud

01:12:13 - Live BID in The Future?

01:14:00 - Final Thoughts + Award-Winning Nugs

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Episode 430: Las Vegas Launching Pad Jun 10, 2026

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Episode 430: Interviews have returned to Baseball Is Dead! Potential first overall draft pick Vahn Lackey joins the show to discuss his upcoming draft day, the MLB Draft Combine, and his desire to stick behind the plate as a catcher in the big leagues.

Braden Montgomery’s debut walk-off home run sent shockwaves through baseball Tuesday night. With an influx of talent making its way to the South Side, Southside Jerry reacts to another White Sox win. Meanwhile, the offensive explosion in Las Vegas continues. After another high-scoring week for the A’s, Jared, Tyler, and Jay Hay debate whether it’s possible to build a contender in Coors Field-like conditions for 81 games a year.

As always, the guys Show Some Love to players around the league who deserve more attention, and Jay Hay sends us into another night of baseball with his award-winning Nugs.

00:00:00 - Braden Montgomery Welcome To The Bigs

00:04:55 - Would Red Sox Fans Undo the Garrett Crochet Trade?

00:12:46 - Jay Hay’s Transgressions on JTN

00:17:55 - Paul Skenes Having a Catch

00:31:03 - Las Vegas Launching Pad

00:45:40 - Forecast of Home Run Derby Participants

00:53:19 - Potential 1st Overall Pick, Vahn Lackey, Joins BID

01:22:36 - Show’em Some Love

01:30:28 - Award-Winning Nugs

01:37:03 - Final Thoughts

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Episode 429: Shades Of CC Jun 08, 2026

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Episode 429: A three-headed monster of Jared, Jay Hay, and Tyler recaps the weekend in baseball. They hit every series and its results, plus some major championship-defining news on the horizon.

Tarik Skubal completed his first rehab start, and his return is imminent. Rumors are heating up that the Cy Young Award winner could be traded, so the guys imagine what he’d look like in the Brewers, Pirates, or even Dodgers playoff rotations. Manny Machado’s postgame comments lit up the stat-nerd community, and Jay Hay and Tyler weigh in.

The severity of Aaron Judge’s injury has been revealed, and Jared laments how much time the Yankees captain will miss on the IL. As always, we get some hot, fresh, award-winning nugs from a freshly shaven Jay Hay as we roll into a loaded week of baseball.

00:00:00 - Jay Hay Has Shaved

00:02:27 - Rapid Weekend Series Recap | Phillies vs White Sox

00:05:42 - Braves vs Pirates

00:06:34 - Tigers vs Mariners

00:08:30 - Red Sox vs Yankees

00:10:06 - Blue Jays vs Orioles

00:12:26 - Rangers vs Guardians

00:14:16 - Rockies vs Brewers

00:16:16 - Astros vs A’s

00:17:18 - Dodgers vs Angels

00:20:47 - Twins vs Royals

00:22:50 - Cardinals vs Reds