MLB Trade Rumors Podcast

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Buster Posey Takes Over In SF And The Cardinals' Succession Plan Oct 02, 2024

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Anthony Franco joins Darragh McDonald to discuss a flurry of front office changes including the Giants replacing Farhan Zaidi with former player Buster Posey and Chaim Bloom taking on a larger role with the Cardinals as he transitions into John Mozeliak's job as president of baseball operations.
Listener question topics include the trade value of Cardinals' veterans in case the team rebuilds, where Paul Goldschmidt could sign as a free agent, how Cleveland's rotation will shake out next year, and if it's time for the Marlins to move on from Edward Cabrera and Jesus Sanchez.

Final Days In Oakland, The Surging Tigers, And If The Nats Will Pursue Soto Sep 25, 2024

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Steve Adams joins Darragh McDonald to discuss the high emotions heading into the final home series for the Oakland A's, the amazing run the Tigers have been on to get into the wild card picture and their strong core moving forward, if the Nationals could make a run at signing Juan Soto after GM Mike Rizzo's comments about the team wanting to add a big bat, the team sending down CJ Abrams for off-field reasons, and the Reds firing manager David Bell.

Listener question topics include what Plan B will be for the Yankees if they miss out on Juan Soto, if the Pirates will add offense this offseason to supplement their pitching core, and which teams will be most interested in Willy Adames.

The Chapman Negotiations, Dodgers' Pitching Injuries, And Strengths And Weaknesses Of Playoff Contenders Sep 18, 2024

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Anthony Franco joins Darragh McDonald to discuss the odd circumstances that led to Matt Chapman's extension, where ownership and Chapman hammered out the deal without the assistance of GM Farhan Zaidi or agent Scott Boras, Tyler Glasnow's arm injury and the continuing trend of Dodgers' pitchers getting injured. and the report that the Mike Trout could play fewer innings in center field next year in hopes of avoiding injuries.
Listener question topics include what the strengths and weaknesses are for all of the teams in position to make the playoffs and what Atlanta can do this offseason to shore up their roster.

Matt Chapman's Extension, Jasson Dominguez And Kumar Rocker Called Up Sep 11, 2024

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Steve Adams joins guest host Mark Polichuk to discuss Matt Chapman's six-year extension with the Giants, the surprising timing of it, and if Blake Snell could similarly resign with San Francisco. Also, the Yankees finally promote prospect Jasson Dominguez to take some playing time from the struggling Alex Verdugo, Kumar Rocker getting called up to the Rangers despite only appearing in fewer than 20 minor league starts, and Bo Bichette's comments about wanting to stay in Toronto alongside Vlad Guererro Jr.

Listener question topics include what is happening with the Twins, if they could really lose their Wild Card spot, and how the Tigers will be an exciting team to watch this offseason after their strong finish.

Royals' Reinforcements, Promoted Angels, And The Terrible White Sox Sep 04, 2024

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MLBTR's Mark Polishuk joins Darragh McDonald to discuss how this year's free agent class is shaping up, the Royals losing Vinnie Pasquantino to injury, but bolstering their roster by claiming Tommy Pham and Robbie Grossman off waivers and adding Yuli Gurriel via trade, Angels promote Caden Dana and Samuel Aldegheri and why the team promotes prospects so aggressively.

Listener question topics include what went wrong to put the White Sox on the brink of breaking the all-time record for losses in a season, what the Rangers should focus on this offseason and whether Chris Young will get a new contract to continue leading the front office, and what the Braves will do at shortstop next year.

Scott Servais, Perry Minasian, The Orioles' Rotation, And Joey Votto Aug 28, 2024

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Steve Adams joins Darragh McDonald to discuss Mariners' manager Scott Servais getting fired along with their hitting coach, Angels' GM Perry Minasian getting an extension and how owner Arte Moreno is to blame for the team's lack of success, the Orioles' lack of rotation depth after recent acquisitions Zach Eflin got injured and Trevor Rogers got optioned, and the legacy and accomplishments of Joey Votto after he announced his retirement this week.
Listener question topics include the chances of Max Fried signing an extension with Atlanta and how his relatively disappointing season will affect his earnings. Also, what the market will look like for Justin Verlander when he hits free agency this offseason.

Who Could Get Waived, Potential Rule Changes, Austin Riley, And Hector Neris Aug 21, 2024

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Steve Adams joins Darragh McDonald to discuss how teams such as the Rangers and Pirates could place players on waivers in hopes of getting salary relief (like the Angels did last year), proposed ideas that would emphasize the importance of starting pitchers, Austin Riley's hand fracture being the latest of Atlanta's many injuries this season, and the Cubs releasing Hector Neris after an underwhelming season.

Listener email topics include other candidates to be placed on waivers, the state of the Tigers and what they will do with the Javy Baez contract, and what the Mets could do at first base next year if they don't resign Pete Alonso.

The White Sox Fire Their Manager, Victor Robles Extended, And The Marlins' Front Office Aug 14, 2024

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Anthony Franco joins Darragh McDonald to discuss the White Sox firing their manager, Pedro Grifol, along with most of the coaching staff, the Mariners extending outfielder Victor Robles just a few months after he got released by the Nationals, the Dodgers doing some roster shuffling, designating Amed Rosario for assignment and moving Mookie Betts back to the outfield, and a shake up in the Marlins' front office.

Listener question topics include whether Camilo Doval will pitch again for the Giants after getting sent down to the minors, whatever happened to Archie Bradley, and if Braves fans should give up hope for the season.
We apologize for the poor audio quality this week. We had some technical difficulties.

Fallout From The Trade Deadline And Mike Trout Injured Again Aug 07, 2024

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Steve Adams joins Darragh McDonald to recap some of the moves they didn’t cover in previous episodes including the Mariners acquiring Randy Arozarena, Justin Turner and Yimi Garcia, the Pirates doing a “soft buy” acquiring Bryan De La Cruz while also completing a trade of young players sending Quinn Priester to Boston for infielder Nick Yorke, the long-term outlook of the Pittsburgh rotation, the Phillies adding relatively modest pieces by Dave Dombrowski standards, the Brewers showing off their ability to improve pitchers by getting Frankie Montas to immediately throw harder since being acquired, and the Diamondbacks trading for an elite reliever in A.J. Puk. Also, they guys talk about Mike Trout’s latest injury and how he unfortunately hasn't been able to stay on the field in recent years.

Megapod: Trade Deadline Recap Aug 01, 2024

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In another megapod to recap the deadline, Darragh McDonald is joined by Tim Dierkes, Steve Adams and Anthony Franco to discuss whether the prices were high for buyers this year, why there were no blockbusters, the Erick Fedde trade, how teams like the Cubs and Rays are simultaneously buying and selling, the Blue Jays doing well in their return for Yusei Kikuchi, the relatively small moves that the Guardians made, the Orioles committing a lot of payroll and prospect capital to acquire pitching, if teams will become more aggressive in the offseason since there's been less available at the deadline, the Rockies and Angels deciding to hold onto guys, the Marlins leaning into a full sell, the Braves getting the band back together and much more.

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