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Ryu signs with Blue Jays; Keuchel to the South Side Dec 23, 2019

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MLB.com’s Anthony Castrovince (@castrovince) and Richard Justice (@RichardJustice) break down the Blue Jays signing of top free agent starter on the market, Hyun-Jin Ryu and whether or not Toronto can make some noise in a crowded AL East. Also, the guys discuss the White Sox additions of Dallas Keuchel and Gio Gonzalez and whether or not Chicago has done enough to content in the AL Central in 2020. Plus, the best moments of the year, and favorites from the decade.

Cole takes the stage in NY; Lindor on the move? Dec 20, 2019

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MLB.com’s Richard Justice (@RichardJustice) and Mark Feinsand (@ Feinsand) discuss Gerrit Cole’s introductory press conference and whether he has the makeup to live up to the expectations of a record-setting contract. Also the guys debate whether Francisco Lindor will be traded this winter and what kind of package it would take for the Indians to move him. Plus, a few teams that are about to get more active in the coming weeks.

Who won the first half of winter? Dec 18, 2019

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MLB.com’s Richard Justice (@RichardJustice) and Mark Feinsand (@Feinsand) sit down to discuss the new player introductions across the league this week as Madison Bumgarner and Yoshi Tsutsugo are introduced to their new markets and Stephen Strasburg is reintroduced in Washington. Additionally, the boys ranks the early winners of the winter and drop another Worthless Trivia Wednesday.

Bumgarner to sign with D-backs; Kluber dealt to Texas Dec 16, 2019

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MLB.com’s Richard Justice (@RichardJustice) and Mark Feinsand (@Feinsand) detail the latest in the starting pitching market with Madison Bumgarner agreeing to a 5-year deal with the D-backs and the Indians sending over their long-time ace Corey Kluber to the Rangers. Plus, the guys discuss what’s next for the Angels in their search for more pitching and the best of the Morning Lineup Monday Morning Morning Mailbag.

Rendon to the Angels, breaking down Cole’s historic deal Dec 12, 2019

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MLB.com’s Richard Justice (@RichardJustice) and Mark Feinsand (@Feinsand) wrap up a historic Winter Meetings as superstars Gerrit Cole, Anthony Rendon, and Stephen Strasburg sign long-term, record-breaking contracts. The guys break down how these signings came to be and discuss some potential landing spots for Josh Donaldson and Madison Bumgarner.

Strasburg back with Nationals on record 7-year deal Dec 10, 2019

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MLB.com’s Anthony Castrovince (@castrovince) and Richard Justice (@RichardJustice) discuss Stephen Strasburg’s record-breaking $245 million contract and whether that commitment takes them out of the running for Anthony Rendon. Plus, the guys chat with MLB Network’s Jon Morosi on what the Strasburg signing means for the Gerrit Cole market and catch you up on all the latest rumors from the Winter Meetings in San Diego.

All eyes on Gerrit Cole as the Winter Meetings begin Dec 09, 2019

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MLB.com’s Anthony Castrovince (@castrovince) and Richard Justice (@RichardJustice) preview what to expect at the Winter Meetings this week and whether we’ll see any top tier free agents sign. Plus, the guys discuss the two newest members of the Hall of Fame - Marvin Miller and Ted Simmons, Tommy Pham’s potential impact on the Padres, and we open the Morning Lineup Monday Morning Morning Mailbag.

Wheeler and Hamels have signed, Bumgarner next? Dec 06, 2019

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MLB.com’s Anthony Castrovince (@castrovince) and Richard Justice (@RichardJustice) discuss all the latest hot stove transactions, highlighted by Zach Wheeler signing with the Phillies, Cole Hamels to the Braves, and debate whether Bumgarner will be the next big arm to sign. Plus, MLB.com Rangers beat reporter T.R. Sullivan joins the show to chat about any potential marquee free agents joining the Rangers as they open up Globe Life Field in the spring.

With Moose in Cincy, which top FA is next to sign? Dec 04, 2019

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MLB.com's Anthony Castrovince (@castrovince) and Richard Justice (@RichardJustice) dissect Mike Moustakas' 4-year deal with the Reds and whether his lack of experience at second base will be an issue. Also, the guys break down the latest news on Rendon, Cole, Strasburg and Wheeler, and whether the Yankees will be aggressive in their pursuit of one of the top arms. Plus, MLB.com Braves reporter Mark Bowman joins the show to break down what has already been a busy offseason for the Braves.

Which players may be dealt by the 2020 Deadline Dec 02, 2019

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MLB.com’s Richard Justice (@RichardJustice) and Mark Feinsand (@Feinsand) recap the latest moves over the holiday weekend including the Padres reuniting with Drew Pomeranz and Texas signing starter Kyle Gibson. Plus the guys debate which players are candidates to be dealt before the 2020 Trade Deadline, 5 teams that need to make a splash this winter, and we open the Morning Lineup Monday Morning Morning Mailbag to start your week.

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