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    The Baseball America podcast is a must-listen for anyone who considers themselves a true baseball fanatic. This podcast, produced by one of the most respected baseball publications in the industry, offers informative and engaging content that covers everything from prospects and the minor leagues to college baseball and major league teams. With a rotating cast of knowledgeable hosts and guests, the Baseball America podcast provides in-depth analysis, expert opinions, and insider stories that give listeners a unique perspective on all things baseball.

    One of the best aspects of this podcast is its comprehensive coverage of prospects and the minor leagues. The hosts are incredibly knowledgeable about up-and-coming players and provide valuable insights into their skills, potential, and development. Whether you're a fantasy baseball enthusiast looking for hidden gems or simply interested in following the future stars of the game, this podcast delivers in-depth prospect coverage that is unmatched by other outlets.

    Additionally, the Baseball America podcast stands out for its thorough analysis of college baseball. The hosts have a deep understanding of the college game and offer detailed breakdowns of top teams, players to watch, and upcoming draft prospects. This focus on college baseball sets this podcast apart from others in the industry and provides valuable information for fans who want to stay informed about both amateur and professional levels of play.

    While there are many positive aspects to this podcast, one criticism is that some episodes can be overly focused on specific topics that may not appeal to all listeners. For example, if you're not particularly interested in college baseball or prospects, certain episodes may not hold your attention as much as others. However, with such a wide range of topics covered throughout each season, there is still plenty of content to enjoy regardless of individual preferences.

    In conclusion, The Baseball America podcast offers an exceptional listening experience for any true baseball fan. With its extensive coverage of prospects, minor leagues, college baseball, and major league teams, this podcast caters to a wide range of interests within the baseball community. The knowledgeable hosts, expert analysis, and insider stories make this podcast a top choice for anyone looking to enhance their understanding and enjoyment of America's pastime.



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    Reviewing The 2025 Draft Signing Deadline & Looking Ahead To 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2025 44:38 Transcription Available


    Carlos and Peter talk about the completion of the 2025 draft with the passing of this year's signing deadline. The two talk about the picks that surprised us, the bonuses that stood out to us and the draft classes that made us think. After putting a bow on the 2025 class, the two give their general thoughts on the 2026 class as we look ahead to next year's draft.—Time Stamps(2:30) Signing deadline(4:00) Players who didn't sign(7:00) Bonuses that surprised us(8:20) Classes we liked & others that surprised(12:00) Nick Dumesnil's fall(16:00) Arizona's class(18:30) Baltimore's class(20:45) Boston's class(22:00) College value picks(28:30) The Nationals(31:00) Looking ahead to 2026Our Sponsors:* Check out Indeed: https://indeed.com/BASEBALLAMERICA* Check out Indeed: https://indeed.com/BASEBALLAMERICA* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    MLB Trade Deadline Reactions

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2025 85:53


    Baseball America managing editor JJ Cooper, prospect writer Geoff Pontes and national college reporter Jacob Rudner recap a thrilling 2025 MLB trade deadline. They talk winners and losers, react to the Padres-A's blockbuster that saw A's closer Mason Miller and San Diego top prospect Leodalis De Vries, among others, change uniforms, and much more.Our Sponsors:* Check out Indeed: https://indeed.com/BASEBALLAMERICA* Check out Indeed: https://indeed.com/BASEBALLAMERICA* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.com* Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code BASEBALL for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    Leo De Vries trade reaction! Breaking down the A's-Padres blockbuster

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2025 32:27


    AJ Preller has done it again. The Padres landed A's closer Mason Miller and LHP JP Sears for a package of prospects headlined by Leo De Vries, the No. 5 prospect in baseball. J.J. Cooper, Geoff Pontes, Josh Norris and Jesús Cano jumped on YouTube to discuss the ramifications of the deal, including whether this was the best possible package De Vries could've netted, plus answered some fan questions. Our Sponsors:* Check out Indeed: https://indeed.com/BASEBALLAMERICA* Check out Indeed: https://indeed.com/BASEBALLAMERICA* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.com* Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code BASEBALL for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    Best, Worst Values From 2025 MLB Draft

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2025 26:24 Transcription Available


    Using the Baseball America Top 500 Draft Rankings, Carlos Collazo and JJ Cooper take a look at what teams got great draft values with their picks, and which teams went in very different directions.Full story: https://www.baseballamerica.com/stories/the-best-worst-values-of-the-2025-mlb-draft/Our Sponsors:* Check out Indeed: https://indeed.com/BASEBALLAMERICA* Check out Indeed: https://indeed.com/BASEBALLAMERICA* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.com* Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code BASEBALL for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    Prospects Heating Up After Early Struggles (And Those Who Are Slumping)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2025 53:15 Transcription Available


    On this week's Prospect Podcast, Geoff Pontes and JJ Cooper take a look at prospects who got off to awful starts, but have turned it around in the past two months. And we also look at prospects who were off to fast starts, but have seen their seasons start to get derailed in June and July.Prospects Who Are Turning It Around(01:00) Colson Montgomery, White Sox(07:40) George Wolkow, White Sox(14:30) Tyler Locklear, Mariners(21:30) Dante Nori, PhilliesProspects Who Have Started To Struggle(24:45) Arjun Nimmala, Blue Jays(30:20) Franklin Arias, Red Sox(34:30) Bryce Eldridge, Giants(38:45) Xavier Isaac, RaysProspect Soapboxes(43:50) Forrest Whitley, Rays(48:20) Jaxon Wiggins, CubsGo to https://Superpower.com and use code FOUL to get $50 off your annual Superpower subscription. Live up to your 100-Year potential. #superpowerpodSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    Breaking Down The 2025 MLB Trade Deadline & New No. 1 Prospect | Hot Sheet Show Ep. 66

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2025 30:54 Transcription Available


    On this week's Hot Sheet Show, J.J. Cooper, Geoff Pontes, Jesús Cano and Scott Braun talk all things MLB trade deadline.We discuss Spencer Jones' hot streak and wonder if he could be moved before Thursday's trade deadline. We also break down the latest Top 100 Prospects list update, which features Pirates shortstop Konnor Griffin taking over the No. 1 spot.Time Stamps(1:00) Signing deadline for the MLB Draft (2:30) Spencer Jones (8:20) Thomas White's big-time performance (12:15) Top 100 updates and the new No. 1 prospect (20:30) Answering viewer questions about potential tradesWe stream the Hot Sheet Show every Monday at 3:30 p.m. ET on YouTube.Our Sponsors:* Check out Indeed: https://indeed.com/BASEBALLAMERICA* Check out Indeed: https://indeed.com/BASEBALLAMERICA* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.com* Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code BASEBALL for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    Fantasy Podcast: First-Year Player Draft Rankings For 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2025 53:57 Transcription Available


    This week on the Baseball America Fantasy Podcast, Dylan and Geoff welcome college writer Jacob Rudner to discuss the 2025 draft class. We debut our first FYPD ranking of the season, talking through a muddled top ten and much more.(5:00) Kade Anderson and the benefit of the for with the Mariners.(8:00) Liam Doyle's upside and question marks.(14:00) Is Aiva Arquette a safe bet?(20:00) Ethan Holliday has a chance to be a 30+ home run bat.(26:00) Steele Hall risk/reward.(35:00) Jojo Parker and Gavin Fien hit tool and power.(38:00) Seth Hernandez might have the highest upside in the draft?(42:00) Eli Willits better for real life than fantasy.(45:00) How fast could Kyson Witherspoon move?Our Sponsors:* Check out Indeed: https://indeed.com/BASEBALLAMERICA* Check out Indeed: https://indeed.com/BASEBALLAMERICA* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.com* Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code BASEBALL for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    MLB Trade Deadline: Matching Fascinating Teams, Prospects

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2025 92:09 Transcription Available


    On this week's Prospect Podcast, Geoff Pontes and JJ Cooper take a look at some of the prospects, buyers and sellers that could make news over the next week and a half until the MLB Trade Deadline.(00:00) JJ feels bad for what he did last week(09:00) Will a Top 100 Prospect be traded?(11:30) Will A Top 25(ish) Prospect be traded?(16:00) Analyzing a viewer's Reds-Red Sox trade proposal(18:45) Why the Cubs should be aggressive(21:45) Do the Dodgers or Cubs have better trade ammo to land pitching?(26:30) A Dodgers pitching prospect to watch(28:00) Would you trade Yankees prospect Spencer Jones in a deal?(36:30) Would you trade Phillies prospect Justin Crawford in a deal?(43:00) What would you do if you were running the Mariners?(47:00) What would you do if you were running the Brewers?(55:30) Which AL East team will help themselves the most?(1:00:00) Analyzing a viewer's Rays-Guardians trade proposal(1:04:00) What would you do if you ran the Guardians?(1:09:15) What would you do if you ran the Braves?(1:19:00) Geoff's Prospect Soapbox: Jace LaViolette(1:27:00) JJ's Prospect Soapbox: Nate GeorgeTry Huel with 15% OFF for New Customers today using code FOUL at https://huel.com/foul. Fuel your best performance with Huel today!Our Sponsors:* Check out Indeed: https://indeed.com/BASEBALLAMERICA* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.com* Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code BASEBALL for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    College Podcast: Best Portal Classes, Way Too Early 2026 Preview

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2025 59:38


    Baseball America college writers Jacob Rudner and Peter Flaherty review the 2025 college baseball offseason from MLB draft winners and losers to best and most-underrated transfer portal classes and more. Rudner and Flaherty also look way ahead at the 2026 season and talk early contenders.(2:10) Draft winners(11:27) Draft losers(19:07) Top portal players(26:00) Best portal classes(34:34) Most underrated portal classes(42:24) Adjusting the college baseball calendar(52:00) Summer ball snippets(56:41) Final thoughtsOur Sponsors:* Check out Indeed: https://indeed.com/BASEBALLAMERICA* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.com* Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code BASEBALL for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    Recapping MLB Draft Signings & Looking Ahead To 2026 | Hot Sheet Show Ep. 65

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2025 29:48 Transcription Available


    On this week's Hot Sheet Show, J.J. Cooper, Carlos Collazo, Ben Badler, Geoff Pontes and Scott Braun look back on the 2025 MLB Draft and look ahead to the 2026 player crop.We also discuss which top prospects are blocked at the big league level and might be on the move at the trade deadline.Time Stamps(0:45) Draft picks that have signed already (4:30) Did the Nationals make the right pick at 1-1 (6:45) The Angels' Tyler Bremner pick (9:30) The Orioles' draft class (13:00) Will a 2025 draft pick make the big leagues in 2025? (16:00) The Braves' draft class (17:15) Looking ahead to 2026 (21:45) Do the Angels move pitchers quickly? (23:00) Blocked MLB prospects (27:15) Could a team trade for Jordan Lawlar?We stream the Hot Sheet Show every Monday at 3:30 p.m. ET on YouTube.Our Sponsors:* Check out Indeed: https://indeed.com/BASEBALLAMERICA* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.com* Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code BASEBALL for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    Reviewing EVERY 2025 MLB Draft Class | Future Projection Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2025 162:45 Transcription Available


    The Future Projection pod goes deep on the 2025 MLB Draft. Check out each team below. Looking for more deep dives like this? Subscribe to Future Projection where you get your podcasts. Get 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going to ArenaClub.com/FOUL and use code FOULTime Stamps:(12:00) Nationals(21:00) Angels(29:00) Mariners(34:00) Rockies(39:25) Cardinals(42:55) Pirates(47:30) Marlins(49:50) Blue Jays (52:30) Reds(57:00) White Sox(1:02:00) Athletics(1:05:00) Rangers(1:10:50) Giants(1:14:25) Rays(1:22:20) Red Sox(1:26:40) Twins(1:32:00) Cubs(1:38:20) Diamondbacks(1:35:30) Orioles(1:49:20) Brewers(1:53:30) Astros(1:56:20) Braves(2:02:15) Royals(2:05:50) Tigers(2:14:00) Padres(2:16:15) Phillies(2:21:00) Guardians(2:27:00) Mets(2:30:30) Yankees(2:33:20) DodgersOur Sponsors:* Check out Indeed: https://indeed.com/BASEBALLAMERICA* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.com* Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code BASEBALL for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    Fantasy Podcast: Reviewing The 2025 Draft For Fantasy

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2025 46:44 Transcription Available


    This week on the Baseball America Fantasy Podcast we dive into the Futures Game. As Geoff talks about the standouts from Futures Game Bp and other observations. We then jump directly into MLB draft talk in preparation for our first FYPD list of the season. We run through the Top 10 in the draft teasing our FYPD 1.0 rankings next week.(2:00) Futures Game recap(9:00) Draft review(11:00) Kade Anderson(13:00) Eli Willits(16:00) Tyler Bremner(19:00) Ethan Holliday(23:00) Liam Doyle(27:00) Seth Hernandez(32:00) Aiva Arquette(37:00) JoJo Parker(40:00) Steele Hall(44:00) Billy CarlsonOur Sponsors:* Check out Indeed: https://indeed.com/BASEBALLAMERICA* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.com* Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code BASEBALL for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    Why The Nationals Drafted Eli Willits No. 1 Overall & More MLB Draft Reactions | Hot Sheet Show Ep. 64

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2025 29:09


    On this week's Hot Sheet Show, J.J. Cooper, Peter Flaherty and Scott Braun react to the 2025 MLB Draft. We share thoughts on a number of picks, including the Nationals' selection of Eli Willits in the 1-1 spot.Time Stamps(0:30) The state of the game—Futures Game & MLB Draft (10:20) Peter's favorite picks from Day 1 (13:20) Why the Nationals took Eli Willits 1-1 (18:00) How teams view draft prospects' ages (21:00) Tyler Bremner goes second overall to the Angels (23:30) Red Sox pitching haul (25:15) Nationals interim GM (27:30) More picks we likeWe stream the Hot Sheet Show every Monday at 3:30 p.m. ET on YouTube.Our Sponsors:* Check out Indeed: https://indeed.com/BASEBALLAMERICA* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.com* Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code BASEBALL for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    Surprising Picks, Top Players & Day 1 MLB Draft Reactions

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2025 105:14


    Baseball America Editor-In-Chief JJ Cooper, Prospect Writer Ben Badler, National Reporter Peter Flaherty and National College Reporter Jacob Rudner break down Day 1 of the 2025 MLB Draft, including a surprising first overall pick, intriguing selections and much more.Our Sponsors:* Check out Indeed: https://indeed.com/BASEBALLAMERICA* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.com* Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code BASEBALL for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    The Ultimate 2025 MLB Draft Preview Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2025 168:01 Transcription Available


    Ben and Carlos are joined by Peter Flaherty in a hybrid Future Projection/draft podcast for our annual draft preview episode. The three work down the draft board and talk about all the latest rumors, profiles and players attached to each team. The group talks through most of the players we expect to see early on the first day of the draft, discuss different draft strategies and work through player debates. Whether you're a full-fledged draftnik or just want some insight on what your team might do, this podcast should have you covered for draft day. Also, BA listeners can try Huel with 15% OFF for New Customers today using code FOUL at https://huel.com/foul. Fuel your best performance with Huel today!Time Stamps:(2:10) Nationals(17:30) Angels(24:50) Mariners(32:30) Rockies(37:15) Cardinals(43:30) Pirates (50:00) Marlins(1:01:45) Reds(1:07:00) White Sox(1:13:30) A's(1:15:00) Rangers(1:22:00) Giants(1:25:00) Rays(1:29:20) Red Sox(1:33:00) Twins(1:39:30) Cubs(1:44:00) D-backs(1:50:00) Orioles(1:57:30) Brewers(2:01:00) Braves (2:06:00) Royals(2:09:30) Tigers(2:12:00) Padres(2:16:30) Phillies(2:22:20) Guardians(2:30:25) Mets(2:35:00) Yankees(2:40:00) DodgersOur Sponsors:* Check out Indeed: https://indeed.com/BASEBALLAMERICA* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.com* Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code BASEBALL for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    MLB Draft Stats To Know

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2025 45:18 Transcription Available


    Do you know which MLB team almost never drafts lefthanded pitchers? Are you aware there is a team that drafts almost entirely lefthanded and switch hitters? Want to know which teams focus on picking pitchers and which teams stick to draft hitters?On a special draft preview podcast, Pramana Labs CEO Corey Patton and Baseball America's JJ Cooper use Pramana's Shift AI tool to fuel their regular pre-draft stats bonanza to share insights and draft stats you probably didn't know.Our Sponsors:* Check out Indeed: https://indeed.com/BASEBALLAMERICA* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.com* Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code BASEBALL for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    Prospect Podcast: True Sleeper Prospects To Know

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2025 38:35 Transcription Available


    Everyone's definition of a sleeper prospect is different. But we want to make sure when we talk about "sleepers" we aren't talking about prospects on the back half our Top 100 Prospects list. Having just updated our Top 30 Prospects rankings for all 30 MLB teams, Geoff Pontes and JJ Cooper discuss some sleeper prospects who are moving up on Top 30s.(03:00) An Astros Sleeper(05:45) A Rays Pitcher To Know(10:30) Keep An Eye On This Cardinals' Pitcher(15:15) A Pirates Outfielder Who's Mashing(17:45) A Cubs' Pitching Sleeper(21:15) A Speedy Orioles Outfielder(25:45) JJ's Prospect Soapbox(28:15) Geoff's Prospect SoapboxBaseball America Updated Top 30 Prospect Rankings For 30 MLB Teams: https://www.baseballamerica.com/stories/2025-mlb-top-prospects-for-every-team/Go to https://GreenChef.com/50TERRITORY and use code 50TERRITORY to get 50% off your first month, then 20% off for two months with free shipping.Our Sponsors:* Check out Indeed: https://indeed.com/BASEBALLAMERICA* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.com* Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code BASEBALL for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    Nationals Fire Manager, GM Before 2025 MLB Draft & Staff Draft 3.0 | Hot Sheet Ep. 63

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2025 28:47


    On this week's Hot Sheet Show Carlos Collazo, Peter Flaherty and J.J. Cooper react to the Nationals dismissing Mike Rizzo and Dave Martinez a week before selecting first overall in the MLB Draft.We also discuss the Baseball America Staff Draft 3.0 published on Monday, the nastiest pitches in this 2025 class and what will make this year's draft memorable.Time Stamps(0:10) The rise of the MLB Draft (2:20) The Nationals fired their GM right before the draft—what will happen at 1-1 now? (9:40) Padres targets (11:00) LSU-committed draft prospects that won't make it campus (13:30) Staff Draft 3.0 (18:00) Giants targets (19:30) Strong player-team connections (20:30) Mariners connected to local high schoolers? (23:15) What will make this year's draft memorable? (25:00) Peter's pick to click (26:30) Will the Bluejays select another HS shortstop?We stream the Hot Sheet Show every Monday at 3:30 p.m. ET on YouTube.Our Sponsors:* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.com* Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code BASEBALL for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    Baseball America Staff Draft

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2025 88:11 Transcription Available


    With the 2025 MLB Draft just days away, Baseball America's staff held a mock draft with staff making the picks for the first 40 picks, at least one for each and every MLB team. We provide plenty of analysis as well, so this should be a very useful preview for the MLB Draft.(00:00) Setting The Stage(01:55) No. 1 Nationals(03:00) No. 2 Angels(05:15) No. 3 Mariners(06:30) No. 4 Rockies(08:15) No. 5 Cardinals(12:00) No. 6 Pirates(13:00) No. 7 Marlins(14:30) No. 8 Blue Jays(17:00) No. 9 Reds(19:30) No. 10 White Sox(21:20) No. 11 Athletics(22:20) No. 12 Rangers(24:15) No. 13 Giants(27:10) No. 14 Rays(29:00) No. 15 Red Sox(33:00) No. 16 Twins(34:00) No. 17 Cubs(35:45) No. 18 D'backs(37:20) No. 19 Orioles(39:30) No. 20 Brewers(41:30) No. 21 Astros(44:15) No. 22 Braves(46:10) No. 23 Royals(47:45) No. 24 Tigers(48:50) No. 25 Padres(50:30) No. 26 Phillies(52:35) No. 27 Guardians(54:20) No. 28 Royals(56:30) No. 29 D'backs(58:00) No. 30 Orioles(59:10) No. 31 Orioles(1:01:00) No. 32 Brewers(1:03:45) No. 33 Red Sox(1:04:45) No. 34 Tigers(1:06:50) No. 35 Mariners(1:07:40) No. 36 Twins(1:10:10) No. 37 Rays(1:11:45) No. 38 Mets(1:13:50) No. 39 Yankees(1:14:50) No. 40 DodgersOur Sponsors:* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.com* Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code BASEBALL for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    2025 Draft Prospects Who Could Move Quickly & Our Favorite Tools

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 4, 2025 37:18 Transcription Available


    Carlos and Peter hop on the draft podcast to talk about players they're now more excited about than they were before finalizing draft reports. They talk about a few names then pick out a few candidates to be the quickest to the majors. Finally the two go back and forth and talk about some of their favorite individual tools or player traits in the class.—Time Stamps(2:00) Players we are more excited about now(15:00) Our favorites to get to the majors first(20:00) Our favorite tools in the classOur Sponsors:* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    Fantasy Podcast: Young Prospects In The Majors Buy Or Sell

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2025 47:26 Transcription Available


    The Fantasy Podcast is back nestled in between Canada Day (Dylan) and the Fourth of July (Geoff) we bring you a patriotic rundown of the top happenings in dynasty baseball. The majority of the show is spent focusing on young prospects in the major leagues and whether they are a buy or sell. (2:30) Spencer Schwellenbach injury(5:00) Christian Moore Injured(7:30) Futures Game rostersProspect Buy or Sell(14:00) Kyle Teel buy or sell?(16:00) Brady House(20:00) Mick Abel(24:00) Ronny Mauricio(27:00) Cade Horton(30:00) Cole Young(35:00) Colby Thomas(39:00) Marcelo Mayer(41:00) Alejandro Osuna(45:00) Jack Perkins Our Sponsors:* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    Who Will Be Baseball America's Next No. 1 Prospect?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2025 53:39


    Over at BaseballAmerica.com we have a new and fully updated Top 100 Prospects rankings. Red Sox outfielder Roman Anthony remains the No. 1 prospect in the new rankings, but he is soon to graduate. With that in mind, Geoff Pontes and JJ Cooper take a look at who is the new No. 2 prospect, who will soon climb to become the new No. 1 prospect on this week's Prospect Podcast.(00:00) Futures Games Rosters Have Been Released(06:00) National League Futures Game Rosters(09:00) American League Futures Game Rosters(15:00) Explaining Our Top 100 Prospects Revamp(19:00) The Case For Brewers SS Jesús Made(21:45) The Case For Tigers SS Kevin McGonigle(27:45) The Case For Pirates SS Konnor Griffin(43:00) The Pitcher Who Climbed Into The Top 5(47:00) What To Make Of Roki SasakiOur Sponsors:* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    Breaking Down MLB Mock Draft 5.0 & Top 500 Draft Prospects Update | Hot Sheet Show Ep. 62

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2025 32:37


    On this week's Hot Sheet Show Carlos Collazo, Ben Badler and J.J. Cooper break down the latest Baseball America MLB mock draft that published on Monday.We discuss names to know, how we could see history atop this year's draft and how players opting out of the draft thanks to new NIL opportunities will add a new wrinkle in the draft landscape.Time Stamps(0:55) Who's going 1-1 to the Nationals? (3:00) The Scott Boras effect (4:00) HS shortstop or college SP? (7:00) How many prep SS will go in the top 10? (9:45) Is Ryland Zaborowski a first-round pick? (10:30) Could Jack Bauer or Landon Harmon make it to campus? (12:15) How NIL incentives are impacting the draft (15:00) Other names who could eschew the draft for school (17:26) Could the Nationals go underslot at 1-1? (21:20) The logic of underslot deals (23:40) Will Quentin Young make it to campus? (24:30) Looking further down the draft board (26:30) Kayson Cunningham vs. Daniel Pierce (30:00) Potential Orioles pitcher targets?Our Sponsors:* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    Fantasy Podcast: Chase Burns vs Jacob Misiorowski

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2025 39:42


    On this week's episode of the Baseball America Fantasy Podcast we play "choose your fighter" between Jacob Misiorowski or Chase Burns. Dylan stumps for Burns while Geoff argues Misiorowski's merits. We dive into some of the recent injury news and discuss a pair of names Roboscout thinks you need to know. (3:00) Jacob Misiorowski vs Chase Burns(11:00) Corbin Carroll wrist injury(16:00) Chris Sale injury, is it time to sell?(23:00) Francisco Alvarez demoted(26:00) Adley Rutschman injury and lack of production the last few years(35:00) Gage Stanifer breakout(38:00) Esmerlyn Valdez should we buy in?Our Sponsors:* Check out Indeed: https://indeed.com/BASEBALLAMERICA* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    AL East Prospect Check-Ins

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2025 67:38


    In the first of a six-week series on the Prospect Podcast, Geoff Pontes and JJ Cooper take a look at the farm systems of the five AL East teams at the midpoint of the season. Who has taken steps forward? Who's backing up? (00:00) We're excited by the young pitching prospects reaching the majors(05:00) Chase Burns/Jacob Misiorowski talk(19:00) Baltimore Orioles farm system analysis(28:00) Boston Red Sox farm system analysis(38:40) New York Yankees farm system analysis(47:30) Tampa Bay Rays farm system analysis(55:00) Toronto Blue Jays farm system analysis(1:00:00) Geoff's Prospect Soapbox: Blue Jays LHP Johnny King(1:03:30) JJ's Prospect Soapbox: Orioles RHP Trey GibsonOur Sponsors:* Check out Indeed: https://indeed.com/BASEBALLAMERICA* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    Orioles RHP Trey Gibson Joins, Chase Burns Ready For Debut & MLB Draft News| Hot Sheet Show Ep. 61

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2025 31:55


    On this week's Hot Sheet Show, J.J. Cooper, Geoff Pontes, Carlos Collazo and Scott Braun welcome Orioles 10th-ranked prospect Trey Gibson to the show.We also break down Reds top prospect Chase Burns making his MLB debut on Tuesday and discuss the latest whispers surrounding the top of the MLB Draft.Time Stamps(0:50) Chase Burns set to make MLB debut on Tuesday (10:00) Orioles RHP Trey Gibson joins the show (23:30) Kade Anderson's draft buzz for SP1 (25:40) Gage Wood's late rise up boards (27:15) Who the Rays might draft (28:45) Who the Marlins might draft (30:45) Draft buzz to knowOur Sponsors:* Check out Indeed: https://indeed.com/BASEBALLAMERICA* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    College Podcast: 2025 Season in Review

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2025 52:30


    Baseball America college baseball writers Jacob Rudner and Peter Flaherty convened to look back on the rollercoaster of the 2025 college baseball season, LSU's march to glory and Coastal Carolina's historic season. Rudner and Flaherty also broke down their final Top 25 of the season and made way-too-early predictions for the 2026 national title.(2:57) LSU's incredible run(13:50) What made Coastal great? Is it sustainable?(27:28) Non-Omaha teams that impressed(38:01) Final Top 25 breakdown(44:30) Way-to-early 2026 national championship predictionsOur Sponsors:* Check out Indeed: https://indeed.com/BASEBALLAMERICA* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    Rising And Falling Farm Systems

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2025 50:49


    On this week's Prospect Podcast, JJ Cooper and Geoff Pontes take a look at three farm systems that have made strides in the first half of the season and one that's headed in the wrong direction.00:00 JJ's back from a baseball vacation03:15 The Blue Jays are better and deeper09:00 The Tigers are rolling at every level19:30 The Mets pitching development has made strides24:30 It's been bleak for a while for the Angels, but it's getting worse33:45 The best basestealer in the minors37:00 The craziest hitting stat in MiLB42:30 Geoff's Prospect Soapbox is a Red Sox's hitter45:00 JJ's Prospect Soapbox is a look at at Tigers' bounce backCheck out all the Top 30s rankings (just updated) and Top 100 at BaseballAmerica.com.Our Sponsors:* Check out Indeed: https://indeed.com/BASEBALLAMERICA* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    Red Sox Trade Rafael Devers To The Giants | Hot Sheet Show Ep. 60

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2025 29:10


    On this week's Hot Sheet Show, J.J. Cooper, Geoff Pontes and Scott Braun unpack the Red Sox trading Rafael Devers to the Giants.Time Stamps(0:30) Initial reactions to the trade (7:45) Digging into the prospect return: James Tibbs & Jose Bello (13:15) Did the Red Sox get enough back in the deal? (17:50) Breaking down the trade from the Giants' perspective (21:10) How Devers fits with SF (24:00) Will the Sox sign their prospect core long-term now? (25:15) Will Boston make another move this season? (27:00) Aidan MillerWe stream the Hot Sheet Show every Monday at 3:30 p.m. ET on YouTube.Our Sponsors:* Check out Indeed: https://indeed.com/BASEBALLAMERICA* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    College World Series Day 3 Reactions: Arizona Eliminated, Coastal One Win From Title Series

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2025 10:28


    Baseball America national college reporter Jacob Rudner breaks down Day 3 of the College World Series from Charles Schwab Field in Omaha, where Louisville defeated Arizona 8-3 to eliminate the Wildcats and Coastal Carolina beat Oregon State 6-2 to advance to the semifinals.(1:34) Louisville vs. Arizona(4:04) Coastal Carolina vs. Oregon State(7:20) A look ahead at Day 4Our Sponsors:* Check out Indeed: https://indeed.com/BASEBALLAMERICA* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    College World Series Day 2 Reactions: UCLA Freezes Murray State Run, Kade Anderson Dazzles

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2025 36:30


    Baseball America college baseball writers Jacob Rudner and Peter Flaherty offer their reactions to the Day 2 action at the 2025 College World Series in Omaha, where UCLA defeated Murray State 6-4 and LSU beat Arkansas 4-1.(0:58) Day 2 in Review(4:13) UCLA vs. Murray State recap(8:43) Breaking down UCLA shortstop Roch Cholowsky(13:01) Answering viewer questions(18:21) Kade Anderson's dominance(23:06) Will LSU win it all?(26:14) Previewing Day 3(30:24) Final thoughtsOur Sponsors:* Check out Indeed: https://indeed.com/BASEBALLAMERICA* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    College World Series Day 1 Reactions: Oregon State, Coastal Carolina Open With Wins in Omaha

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2025 26:20


    Baseball America college baseball writers Jacob Rudner and Peter Flaherty break down Day 1 action from the College World Series in Omaha. Oregon State and Coastal Carolina advanced to the winner's bracket with victories over Louisville and Arizona, respectively.(4:23) Coastal Carolina vs. Arizona(11:16) Oregon State vs. Louisville(18:08) Louisville outlook(20:37) Answering viewer questions(23:42) Looking ahead to Day 2Our Sponsors:* Check out Indeed: https://indeed.com/BASEBALLAMERICA* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    Mock Draft 4.0: Uncertainty, Helium Names & Pool vs. Pick Capital

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2025 54:08


    Carlos and Peter hop on the draft podcast to talk about the fourth edition of the BA mock draft for the 2025 class. The two talk about the process, the players moving up, the challenging plates to place and a fun theoretical question about whether teams would prefer pick capital or bonus pool capital if they had the choice.—Time Stamps(4:00) Kade Anderson up top(6:30) The uncertainty of the mock(13:00) Ike Irish inside the top 10(17:00) Brendan Summerhill's well rounded profile(19:30) JoJo Parker helium(24:00) Would you rather have pool money or pick capital?(34:30) Gage Wood and the next tier of college arms(38:00) Caden Bodine; Luke Stevenson vs. Jace LaViolette(46:30) Orioles draft strategy(48:00) Surprising picks or players left out?Our Sponsors:* Check out Indeed: https://indeed.com/BASEBALLAMERICA* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    Roman Anthony and Jacob Misiorowski Called Up, ACL Standouts and Red Sox Breaking Ball Usage

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2025 45:50


    This week on the Prospect Podcast Geoff Pontes fills in for J.J. Cooper and is joined by fellow prospect writer Jesus Cano. The two discuss the recent promotions of Roman Anthony and Jacob Misiorowski, before diving into a trio of players that have the Arizona complexes buzzing. It's a packed show this week!(4:30) Roman Anthony callup(12:00) Is Bubba Chandler next?(14:00) Chase Burns ETA(16:00) Andrew Painter ETA(21:00) Brewers promote Jacob Misiorowski.(24:30) Aregnis Cayama (Giants)(30:00) Tyson Lewis (Reds)(35:00) Enyervert Perez (D-Backs)(39:00) Geoff's prospect soapbox, Red Sox heavy breaking ball usage (43:00) Jesus' prospect soapbox on Sal StewartOur Sponsors:* Check out Indeed: https://indeed.com/BASEBALLAMERICA* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    College Podcast: College World Series Preview and Predictions with Chris Lemonis

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2025 51:34


    Baseball America college writers Jacob Rudner and Peter Flaherty are joined by 2021 national champion head coach Chris Lemonis to break down super regional action and make College World Series prediction. Rudner, Flaherty and Lemonis talked the eight team field, scouting top draft prospects and much more. (0:35) Super regional review with Chris Lemonis(7:15) College World Series preview with Chris Lemonis(15:30) Scouting top draft prospects(24:24) The impact of NIL and portal(28:25) Are college exit velos out of control?(32:00) Chris Lemonis' pick to win it all(33:00) Coastal vs. Arizona(34:33) Oregon State vs. Louisville(37:38) UCLA vs. Murray State(39:43) LSU vs. Arkansas(41:13) Flaherty and Rudner make picks to win it all(42:28) Picks to Click(47:50) Final thoughtsOur Sponsors:* Check out Indeed: https://indeed.com/BASEBALLAMERICA* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    Roman Anthony Called Up, MLB Mock Draft 4.0 & Brody Hopkins Joins | Hot Sheet Show Ep. 59

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2025 33:53


    On this week's Hot Sheet Show, Geoff Pontes, Carlos Collazo, Jacob Rudner, Jesús Cano and Scott Braun welcome Rays pitching prospect Brody Hopkins.We also break down BA's Mock Draft 4.0 and explain why competing college pitchers still have room to improve their draft stocks during super regionals and the College World Series. Plus, we offer some live reaction to the Red Sox calling up baseball's top prospect, Roman Anthony.Time Stamps(0:40) What will the Nationals do with the 1-1 pick? (3:30) Who can use the CWS to make a draft board leap? (6:40) Bats catching Carlos' eye (8:30) This draft has good offensive depth (10:15) Rays RHP Brody Hopkins joins (23:45) Roman Anthony called up to BostonOur Sponsors:* Check out Indeed: https://indeed.com/BASEBALLAMERICA* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    The 2025 Super Regionals Are Loaded With Draft Prospects

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2025 38:00


    Carlos and Peter talk about the insane quality and quantity of draft capital in this year's super regional round of the NCAA tournament. The two talk about the matchups with the most talent, the best individual pitcher-batter matchups to keep an eye on and then discuss a number of different players who have performed or who have an opportunity to continue moving the needle in the postseason. —Time Stamps(2:00) The volume of prospects in the supers(7:30) Cinderella teams vs. prospect capital(10:00) Arkansas-Tennessee and Gage Wood(14:00) Kade Anderson surging?(18:00) Liam Doyle's high-energy style(21:30) Jamie Arnold vs. Aiva Arquette(25:00) Ike Irish(28:00) The top catchers in the classOur Sponsors:* Check out Indeed: https://indeed.com/BASEBALLAMERICA* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    Who's Moving Up In The June Top 100 Prospects Update?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2025 38:44


    We have the June update of the Baseball America Top 100 Prospects rankings up now at BaseballAmerica.com. Geoff Pontes and JJ Cooper analyze some of the big movers in a great crop of young shortstop prospects on this week's Prospect Podcast.(00:00) It is a great time for teenage shortstop prospects(04:00) Why Blue Jays SS Arjun Nimmala is moving up(10:00) Comparing Pirates SS Konnor Griffin and Tigers SS Bryce Rainer(16:30) How good can Mariners SS/2B Cole Young be?(20:30) The Brewers have another exceptional teenage SS prospect(29:10) Geoff's Prospect Soapbox is a Cardinals power prospect(34:00) JJ's Prospect Soapbox is a versatile Twins hitter.Our Sponsors:* Check out Indeed: https://indeed.com/BASEBALLAMERICASupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    College Podcast: Breaking Down Regionals, Super Regional Predictions

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2025 54:36


    Baseball America college writers Jacob Rudner and Peter Flaherty offered their thoughts and reactions to the 2025 NCAA Tournament regional round and made super regional predictions. Rudner and Flaherty also discussed Mississippi State's hiring of former Virginia coach Brian O'Connor, the transfer portal and picks to click.(2:35) The SEC's big face plant(9:04) Vanderbilt and Texas make history(16:41) Dissecting Murray State and UTSA's runs(24:24) The ACC makes a statement(27:25) The Ducks fall flat(31:15) Super regional overview(36:00) Super regional predictions(39:25) Brian O'Connor on the move(43:06) The portal opens up(44:36) Picks to Click(49:40) Final thoughtsOur Sponsors:* Check out Indeed: https://indeed.com/BASEBALLAMERICASupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    Jac Caglianone, MLB Callups & NCAA Regionals Reactions | Hot Sheet Show Ep. 58

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2025 30:49


    romoting top prospect Jac Caglianone to the big leagues, as well as two other callups from over the weekend in Cole Young and Jacob Melton.Plus, Jacob Rudner offers a look at how the SEC's dominance heading into the tournament has already come undone.Time Stamps(0:40) When is the Super Two deadline?(3:00) Jac Caglianone called up KC(7:45) Jac's swing data(12:30) Cole Young called up Seattle(17:15) Jacob Melton called up to Houston(22:15) When will Roman Anthony be called up?(25:00) How shocked should we be about the SEC?We stream the Hot Sheet Show every Monday at 3:30 p.m. ET on YouTube.Our Sponsors:* Check out Indeed: https://indeed.com/BASEBALLAMERICASupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    The Best Tools In The 2025 Draft Class

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2025 40:55


    Carlos and Peter hop on the podcast after a busy week on the site to talk about the recently dropped BA 500, the difficulty of putting together their Golden Spikes Award finalists vote and the NCAA tournament. Half the show is spent going through the best tools categories for the 2025 draft class and talking about the best options for each category along with a handful of other players with strong cases. —Time Stamps(3:30) Brief BA 500 thoughts(10:00) Prospects to watch in the NCAA tournament(14:00) Golden Spikes Award thoughts(20:00) Best ToolsOur Sponsors:* Check out Indeed: https://indeed.com/BASEBALLAMERICASupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    Fantasy Podcast: Valuing Jac Caglianone For Fantasy And Early Roboscout Standouts

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2025 39:49


    With domestic complex leagues in full swing and a solid sample of games at the four full-season levels of the minors Roboscout is honing in on some top names to target. We talk through some news early on in the show before we discuss how Jac Caglianone should be valued for fantasy. The show closes with five players Roboscout thinks you should target.(2:00) Jobe velocity was down on Wednesday, are we concerned?(5:00) Mayer is up following Bregman injury. How much longer for Roman Anthony?(12:00) Braxton Ashcraft called up.(15:00) Daylen Lile called up(21:00) How high should Jac Caglianone be ranked for fantasy?(24:00) Rainiel Rodriguez(30:00) Dauri Fernandez(33:00) Eduardo Quintero(35:00) Blaze Jordan(37:00) R.J. SchreckOur Sponsors:* Check out Indeed: https://indeed.com/BASEBALLAMERICASupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    Breaking Down 2025 NCAA Tournament Winners & Losers| Hot Sheet Show Ep. 57

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2025 29:32


    On this week's Hot Sheet Show, J.J. Cooper, Peter Flaherty and Jacob Rudner recap Selection Monday.We discuss winners and losers and debate which teams are on upset alert in Regionals. Plus, we take a look at Texas A&M failing to make the tournament after being crowned preseason No. 1.Time Stamps(0:45) Baseball America's impressive bracket predictions(1:45) Winners from the bracket reveal(7:30) Will SEC dominance continue to grow?(10:40) Losers from the bracket reveal(15:10) Former No. 1 Texas A&M misses the tournament(17:55) Jace LaViolette's draft status(22:50) Regional hosts on upset watch(27:15) Viewer questionOur Sponsors:* Check out Indeed: https://indeed.com/BASEBALLAMERICASupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    Prospects On The Verge Of The Big Leagues

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2025 46:45


    In today's Prospect Podcast, Geoff Pontes, Josh Norris and JJ Cooper take in-depth looks at Royals 1B/OF Jac Caglianone and Brewers RHP Jacob Misiorowski. They have been two of the best prospects in the minors in the first two months of the season. What are their timetables and what more do they have to work on?(00:00) What we have been seeing in the minors this week(07:05) Breaking down Jac Caglianone(25:30) Scouting report on Jacob Misiorowski(37:00) JJ on Rays LHP Ian Seymour(38:10) Josh on Dodgers OF Eduardo Quintero(41:50) Geoff on Rockies SS Ryan RitterOur Sponsors:* Check out Indeed: https://indeed.com/BASEBALLAMERICASupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    College Podcast: 2025 NCAA Baseball Tournament Bracket Breakdown

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2025 52:09


    Baseball America college writers Jacob Rudner and Peter Flaherty and Editor-In-Chief JJ Cooper convened to break down the 2025 NCAA Tournament bracket in the immediate aftermath of selection Monday, Rudner, Flaherty and Cooper discuss this year's top-eight national seeds, the hosting picture, tournament snubs and more, plus offer their postseason picks to click.(0:50) Initial reactions to the Field of 64(3:45) Did the Big East get snubbed?(9:36) Does Kentucky belong in the field?(13:42) How Vanderbilt reached the No. 1 overall seed(20:03) Oregon State gets the No. 8 seed(25:55) Southern Miss claims the last national seed(29:30) Nightmare two seeds(39:47) Three and four seeds with a plausible path(45:48) Picks to ClickOur Sponsors:* Check out Indeed: https://indeed.com/BASEBALLAMERICASupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    Draft Prospects Who Could Elevate Their Stock In Postseason Play

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2025 33:12


    Carlos and Peter talk about a handful of 2025 draft prospects who have opportunities to seriously boost their draft status. Pitchers like AJ Russell (Tennessee), Anthony Eyanson (LSU), JB Middleton (Southern Miss), Gage Wood (Arkansas) and James Ellwanger (DBU) could jump into a second-round vacuum of college starters. On the hitting side, Carlos is intrigued by the tools of Cincinnati outfielder Landyn Vidourek and Peter talks about the hitting chops of San Diego first baseman Jack Gurevitch.—Time Stamps(0:00) Intro(4:00) AJ Russell(11:00) Anthony Eyanson, JB Middleton(13:00) Gage Wood(17:00) Landyn Vidourek(24:00) James Ellwanger(29:20) Jack GurevitchSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    What Farm Systems Have Stood Out So Far

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2025 41:09


    We're six weeks into the MiLB season, so it's time to look at which organizations are standing out (both for good and bad) so far on this week's Prospect Podcast with Geoff Pontes and JJ Cooper.(02:00) The Twins Are Sneakily Impressive(09:45) The Mets Have Plenty Of Arms(16:00) The A's Have More Depth Than They've Had In A Long Time(20:30) Why the Orioles and Nationals Have Work To Do(30:15) JJ Sees What The Marlins Are Doing(36:15) Geoff Is Intrigued By Mike SirotaOur Sponsors:* Check out Indeed: https://indeed.com/BASEBALLAMERICASupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    Pitching Prospects Making Instant Impacts & Top 5 Prospects To Watch In 2025 | Hot Sheet Show Ep. 56

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2025 30:58


    On this week's Hot Sheet Show, we talk about pitchers expected to make the biggest impacts in 2025 while picking some need-to-know players to keep an eye on.Time Stamps(1:20) Pitchers who can make an instant impact in 2025: Bubba Chandler, Joe Boyle & Jacob Misiorowski(11:25) How concerning is Noah Schultz's start to the season?(14:20) How to handle young pitchers' innings(16:45) Thoughts on Jonny Farmelo(19:20) Ben's top 5 prospects to watch(22:50) Geoff's top 5 prospects to watch(27:30) J.J.'s top 5 prospects to watch(29:30): Thoughts on Yairo PadillaSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    Fantasy Podcast: Is It Time To Sell On These Slumping Dynasty Stars?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2025 46:33


    Now that we're almost two full months into the season it's time to examine some of these slumping dynasty stars. Hosts Geoff Pontes and Dylan White dive into ten names and give you their recommendation to sell or to hold. (1:00) Dalton Rushing debut and expectations.(6:00) Matt Shaw recalled by the Cubs(9:00) Jared Jones UCL injury, likely to have Tommy John surgery(12:00) Mick Abel looks phenomenal debut.(16:00) Acuna returns this weekend, expectations ROS(19:00) Michael Harris hold or sell?(22:00) Bryan Reynolds hold or sell?(25:00) Luis Robert hold or sell?(28:00) Ozzie Albies hold or sell?(31:00) Ryan Mountcastle hold or sell?(33:00) Luis Castillo hold or sell?(35:00) Aaron Nola hold or sell?(37:00) Bowden Francis hold or sell?(40:00) Taj Bradley hold or sell?(44:00) Tanner Bibee hold or sell?Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    College Podcast: The NCAA Tournament Picture One Week From Selection Monday

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2025 59:04


    Baseball America college writers Jacob Rudner and Peter Flaherty go in-depth on the Field of 64 picture one week out from Selection Monday, including their picks for top eight national seeding, the top projected two-seeds and an extensive look at the bubble, plus Picks to Click.(2:32) The race for a top eight national seed(7:06) Is the No. 1 overall seed battle still murky(13:49) The hosting bubble(21:08) Nightmare two-seeds that could wreck regionals(32:00) Bubble watch(48:00) Picks to Click(55:00) Final thoughtsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    Draft Mailbag: Shortstop Defense, Draft Strategy, A Sleeper College Bat & More

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2025 43:38


    Carlos and Peter hop on the draft podcast to dig deeper into reader draft questions. What's our degree of confidence in the top shortstops sticking at the position and how would we line them up? Which are our favorite prospects in each major demographic? Would a team tank on a top 10 pick this year to get one in the 2026 class? Will the Orioles draft a pitcher in the top 30? Should the Mariners draft a bat at No. 3? And which of the Indiana outfielders do we prefer? —Time Stamps(2:30) How do we line up first round SS defenders?(20:00) Who are our favorite prospects in each demographic?(27:10) Should teams tank a top 10 pick to get one next year?(29:00) Will the Orioles target arms up top?(34:00) Should the Mariners draft a bat at No. 3?(37:00) Indiana outfielders: Devin Taylor or Korbyn Dickerson? Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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