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    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.

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    Los Angeles Angels Prospect Podcast Deep DIve

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2026 29:37 Transcription Available


    Taylor Blake Ward and Geoff Pontes are taking an in-depth look at the Angels farm system on the latest and final Prospect Podcast Deep Dive of the 2026 preseason.(00:00) Yes, the Angels wrap up this series, but there's no meaning behind it.(02:00) Why Tyler Bremner was the clear choice at No. 1. Who else could have been considered(09:15) How is the system better or worse than last year?(12:40) Why there are arms now to get excited about(16:00) Who could be next year's No. 1 prospect?(17:00) Why the position players face bigger questions(19:15) Why using Tri-City is back in fashionPODCAST ONLY(21:00) Other prospects to keep an eye onOur Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Progressive: https://progressive.com* Check out Quince: https://quince.com/BA2022Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    Previewing Top World Baseball Classic Teams & Prospects | Hot Sheet Show Ep. 96

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2026 26:21


    On this week's Hot Sheet Show, J.J. Cooper, Geoff Pontes and Ian Cundall preview the World Baseball Classic with a look at top teams and prospects to know for this year's tournament. Plus, what's the status of Nolan McLean for Team USA?We also discuss the potential MLB outcomes for top prospects who could skip over Triple-A like Konnor Griffin and Kevin McGonigle.The Hot Sheet Show airs live on the BA YouTube channel every week on Tuesday at 3 p.m. Give us a sub, and we'll see you then!Time Stamps(0:00) Introduction(1:45) Non-MLB players we're excited to see in the WBC(6:00) Top four teams in the WBC field(8:20) Teams to watch out for below the top tier(12:20) Outlook for prospects who skip Triple-A(21:30) Nolan McLean dealing with vertigoOur Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Progressive: https://progressive.com* Check out Quince: https://quince.com/BA2022Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    College Podcast: Bruins Continue To Dominate, Looking Ahead At Week 4

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2026 42:52


    Baseball America national college reporter and prospect writer Geoff Pontes look back at the standout moments from Week 3 of the college baseball season, including UCLA's three ranked wins at Globe Life Field. Rudner and Pontes also take a closer look at the Florida Gators' rise into the top 15, Southern Miss' early season dominance, and more.(3:24) UCLA is a wagon(13:00) Pay attention to Southern Miss(18:05) Florida makes a nine-spot jump in the rankings(24:06) USC's historic pitching(34:35) College umpiring (41:01) Matchups to look forward toOur Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Progressive: https://progressive.com* Check out Quince: https://quince.com/BA2022Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    Washington Nationals Top Prospects Deep Dive

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2026 30:38 Transcription Available


    Matt Eddy and JJ Cooper take a look at a very different Nationals farm system in the latest Prospect Podcast Deep Dive. There's a new head of baseball operations in Paul Toboni and a very different approach to 2026 and beyond.(00:00) Rebuilt, Part II?(04:00) Breaking down No. 1 prospect SS Eli Willits(06:30) How much could Jarlin Susana factor into the top prospect ranking if fully healthy?(07:00) A lot of trades have bolstered the system, but it's also not a great sign(09:00) The big change that has to happen in Nationals player development(14:00) Looking at 2024 first-round pick Seaver King(15:20) What is the organization good at developing?(19:45) Who other than Willits could factor into next year's No. 1 prospect race?(22:30) Looking at prospects outside the Top 10Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Progressive: https://progressive.com* Check out Quince: https://quince.com/BA2022Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    Scouting Every AL Central No. 1 Prospect For 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2026 45:45 Transcription Available


    We're going deep on each of the top prospects in the AL Central. We explain how each respective player climbed to No. 1 in their system, run through their scouting reports and lay out what you should expect in 2026.Time Stamps(0:00) — Travis Bazzana, Guardians (9:20) — Noah Schultz, White Sox (17:50) — Kevin McGonigle, Tigers (28:00) — Carter Jensen, Royals (36:05) — Walker Jenkins, TwinsOur Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Progressive: https://progressive.com* Check out Quince: https://quince.com/BA2022Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    New York Mets Top Prospects Deep Dive

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2026 29:27 Transcription Available


    Matt Eddy and JJ Cooper are taking a look at a New York Mets farm system that is loaded in big league ready prospects for the latest Prospect Podcast Deep DIve.(00:00) It's been an interesting offseason(01:45) Breaking down Nolan McLean(05:45) Why the Brewers trade dealt players with tough fits(07:00) How good is Jonah Tong?(09:30) This system is at its peak right now(11:00) The Mets built prospects to the point where they could be traded(13:00) Who is next year's No. 1 prospect?(15:45) Where does Wandy Asigen fit in?(18:00) What is the system good at developing?(22:00) Looking at prospects outside the Top 10Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Progressive: https://progressive.com* Check out Quince: https://quince.com/BA2022Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    Fantasy Podcast: AL Central Prospects Preview

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2026 57:32 Transcription Available


    Our champion Dylan White makes his triumphant return to the Baseball America Fantasy Podcast this week. To celebrate we roll into the second episode of our division by division prospect breakdown. This week we dive into the AL Central and some absolutely loaded systems.(3:30) Cleveland Guardians(4:00) Chase DeLauter 2026 Contributor.(6:00) Parker Messick 2026 Contributor.(9:00) Ralphy Velazquez Highest Upside(11:00) Jace Laviolette Highest Upside(13:00) Kahlil Watson Most Underrated(15:00) Yorman Gomez Most Underrated(19:00) Detroit Tigers(20:00) Kevin McGonigle 2026 Contributor.(21:00) Trei Cruz 2026 Contributor(23:00) Josue Briceno Highest Upside(25:00) Bryce Rainer Highest Upside(26:00) Hao-Yu Lee Most Underrated(27:00) Andrew Sears Most Underrated(29:00) Jack Penny Most Underrated(32:00) Kansas City Royals(32:30) Carter Jensen 2026 Contributor(33:00) Kendry Chourio Highest Upside(35:00) Josh Hammond Highest Upside(36:00) Luinder Avila Most Underrated(37:00) Carson Roccaforte Most Underrated(39:00) Chicago White Sox(40:00) Hagen Smith 2026 Contributor.(41:00) Braden Montgomery 2026 Contributor.(43:00) Caleb Bonemer Highest Upside(45:00) Billy Carlson Highest Upside(46:00) Javier Mogollon Most Underrated(48:00) Jeral Perez Most Underrated(50:00) Minnesota Twins(51:00) Emmanuel Rodriguez 2026 Contributor(53:00) Walker Jenkins 2026 Contributor.(54:00) Kendry Rojas Highest Upside(55:00) Quentin Young Highest Upside(57:00) Hendry Mendez Most Underrated(59:00) Gabriel Gonzalez Most UnderratedOur Sponsors:* Sign up and get 10% off at BetterHelp.com. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    Baltimore Orioles Top Prospects Deep Dive

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2026 41:33 Transcription Available


    Jon Meoli and JJ Cooper take an in-depth look at the Baltimore Orioles farm system for the lastest Prospect Podcast Deep Dive. This is an Orioles system that still has an elite prospect at the top, but thanks to trades and a massive 2025 draft haul, it also has more depth than before.(00:00) This has been a fascinating offseason.(03:50) Why Samuel Basallo is special(12:10) How is this system better or worse than last year?(16:30) The top prospects are no longer just high draft picks(19:10) Why Nate George stands out(22:15) If it clicks for Esteban Mejia, watch out(24:30) Where does Enrique Bradfield fit?(28:45) Looking at prospects outside the Top 10Our Sponsors:* Sign up and get 10% off at BetterHelp.com. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    How Draft Strategy Could Change With Shifting Player Development Timelines

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2026 63:16 Transcription Available


    JJ joins the draft podcast with Carlos to talk about his overall thoughts on the 2026 draft class and talk about a number of macro-level strategic topics, including how faster minor league progressions could shift draft strategy and why it's so valuable to get to the majors as a young player. The two talk about Roch Cholowsky's early season and why college shortstops so rarely produce stars, and Carlos tries to see who JJ would prefer on the board after top tier shortstops like Cholowsky and Grady Emerson are gone.—Time Stamps:(1:30) JJ's overall thoughts on the class(3:50) College shortstops don't normally become stars(6:15) What are Roch's flaws?(10:20) Why depth is overrated in the draft(23:00) How shifting ETAs impact draft strategy(38:00) Who would JJ take No. 3?(55:00) That value of getting to the majors youngOur Sponsors:* Sign up and get 10% off at BetterHelp.com. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    Kansas City Royals Top Prospects Deep Dive

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2026 28:48 Transcription Available


    Bill Mitchell and JJ Cooper are taking and in-depth look at the Kansas City Royals farm system for the latest Baseball America Prospect Podcast Deep Dive.(00:00) The Royals are building something around Bobby Witt Jr.(02:00) What happened to help Carter Jensen break out in 2025. Why he's the No. 1 prospect(07:30) How the farm system has improved since last year. It's not just Carter Jensen.(14:00) Looking at the pair of top picks--Josh Hammond and Sean Gamble(17:20) What is the org good at developing?(22:30) Looking at prospects to know outside the top 10Royals Top 30 Prospects: https://www.baseballamerica.com/stories/2026-kansas-city-royals-top-mlb-prospects/Our Sponsors:* Sign up and get 10% off at BetterHelp.com. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    Chicago White Sox Top Prospects Deep Dive

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2026 28:59 Transcription Available


    JJ Cooper and Bill Mitchell are talking all about the White Sox farm system on the latest Prospect Podcast Deep Dive. Even after graduating Kyle Teel, Edgar Quero, Colson Montgomery and Shane Smith last year, this is a very solid top 10. (00:00) How the White Sox are making strides.(02:00) Why Noah Schultz stood out as the No. 1 prospect and why patience may be required.(09:00) Is the system better or worse than a year ago?(09:45) Looking at the 2025 draft picks(11:15) Other arms to watch(14:25) A pair of shortstops who could vie for No. 1 on this list next year(18:20) What this system is good at developing(23:00) Prospects outside of the top 10 to watchWhite Sox Top 30 Prospects: https://www.baseballamerica.com/teams/2027-chicago-white-sox/prospects/Our Sponsors:* Sign up and get 10% off at BetterHelp.com. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    Early College Baseball Standouts & MLB Prospects We're Watching In Spring Training | Hot Sheet Show Ep. 95

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2026 25:54 Transcription Available


    On this week's Hot Sheet Show, Jacob Rudner, Ben Badler and Geoff Pontes talk about UCLA's dominant start to the season, college names to know and MLB prospects who are worth monitoring in spring training.The Hot Sheet Show airs live on the BA YouTube channel every week on Tuesday at 3 p.m. Give us a sub, and we'll see you then!Time Stamps(0:00) Introduction (0:45) UCLA impresses (4:00) Dax Whitney domination & draft profile (10:50) Can someone push Roch Cholowsky for the 1-1? (13:15) Jackson Flora's profile (15:45) Other college prospects who had stood out (19:30) What we're watching for early in spring training (21:20) Konnor Griffin & Payton Tolle outlooks (24:20) Will Joey Volchko go in the first round?Our Sponsors:* Sign up and get 10% off at BetterHelp.com. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    College Podcast: UCLA Solidifies No. 1 Status, Teams Of Concern

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2026 56:33


    Baseball America college reporter Jacob Rudner and national writer Geoff Pontes look back at the first full week of the season, including the No. 1 UCLA Bruins' sweep of then-No. 8 TCU, Texas and Georgia Tech getting off to hot starts and Oklahoma's fast rise in the Top 25. Rudner and Pontes also dive deeper on five teams with varying levels of concern.(4:09) UCLA dominates TCU(13:33) Texas off to a great start(19:29) Georgia Tech's historic offensive start(22:34) Oklahoma enters the top 10(30:54) The Fear Index(31:33) TCU's five-game skid(34:06) Coastal Carolina drops in the poll(38:36) How much should you worry about Florida State?(40:43) Tennessee upset by Kent State(46:17) Oregon State falls from the top 20(54:32) What we're watching in Week 3Our Sponsors:* Sign up and get 10% off at BetterHelp.com. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    Scouting Every AL East No. 1 Prospect For 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2026 45:03 Transcription Available


    We're going deep on each of the top prospects in the AL East. The guys explain how each respective player climbed to No. 1 in their system, run through their scouting reports and lay out what you should expect in 2026.Time Stamps(0:00) -- Trey Yesavage, Blue Jays(9:35) -- Payton Tolle, Red Sox(17:55) -- George Lombard Jr., Yankees(26:30) -- Samuel Basallo, Orioles(35:00) -- Brody Hopkins, RaysOur Sponsors:* Sign up and get 10% off at BetterHelp.com. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    Fantasy Podcast: AL East Prospects Preview

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2026 61:18 Transcription Available


    This week on the Baseball America Fantasy podcast we kick off our final offseason series leading up to opening day. Division Prospect Previews! We'll start a division by division look at the top fantasy prospects for each organization. There's a slight tweak we give you two 2026 contributors, two high upside prospects and two prospects we think are underrated. (2:00) Tampa Bay Rays(15:00) Baltimore Orioles(29:00) Boston Red Sox(43:00) New York Yankees(50:00) Toronto Blue JaysOur Sponsors:* Sign up and get 10% off at BetterHelp.com. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    Opening Weekend Draft Thoughts From A Loaded Texas Trip

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2026 52:15 Transcription Available


    Carlos and Jacob talk about a few notable pieces of injury news for the 2026 class, then discuss some of the standout players they saw from a loaded trip to Texas. The two talk about their Grady Emerson impressions, then highlight some of the college standouts—and head scratchers—from a three-day stay at Globe Life Field.—Time Stamps:(1:00) Tyler Bell injured shoulder(6:00) Cameron Flukey day to day(10:00) Tommy LaPour dealing with arm soreness(15:30) Grady Emerson impressions(21:00) Jackson Flora(28:00) Sawyer Strosnider(32:30) Cam Johnson(39:00) Colin Barczi, Camden Johnson(42:30) Logan Hughes(48:25) Deiten Lachance(50:00) Jared Grindlinger's 2026 reclassificationOur Sponsors:* Sign up and get 10% off at BetterHelp.com. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    Arizona Diamondbacks Top Prospects Deep Dive

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2026 44:26 Transcription Available


    On the latest Prospect Podcast Deep Dive, JJ Cooper and Nick Piecoro dig into the Arizona D-backs farm system. Overall the system has improved from a year ago, largely because of improved depth.(00:00) It's been a fascinating offseason(03:00) Ryan Waldschmidt is the No. 1 prospect, but there were a lot of candidates.(09:00) What is Waldschmidt's realistic timetable?(11:00) Why this system is better now than a year ago(16:00) Who could be next year's No. 1 prospect(22:00) What is Druw Jones' prospect status?(27:30) What are the D-backs good at developing?(31:30) D-backs prospects to know outside the top 10D-backs Top 30 Prospects: https://www.baseballamerica.com/stories/2026-arizona-diamondbacks-top-mlb-prospects/Our Sponsors:* Sign up and get 10% off at BetterHelp.com. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    Gilmore Girls Star Scott Patterson On His Career As An MiLB Player

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2026 82:14 Transcription Available


    In this crossover episode from Baseball America's "From Phenom To The Farm" podcast with Kyle Bandujo, actor and Gilmore Girls star Scott Patterson recalls the ups and downs of his original career spent as a minor league baseball player with the Braves, Yankees and Dodgers.Time Stamps(5:00) Being Drafted Three Times(15:00) Introduction to MiLB(19:40) Emphasis on Winning in 80s MiLB(29:25) Contract Negotiations with Hank Aaron(36:30) Trade to the Yankees(48:50) A Big League Call Up That Didn't Happen(59:45) Spring Training as a Rule 5 Pick(1:11:30) Starring in "Little Big League"Our Sponsors:* Sign up and get 10% off at BetterHelp.com. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    Texas Rangers Top Prospects Deep Dive

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2026 23:21 Transcription Available


    Josh Norris and Geoff Pontes are taking an in-depth look at the Rangers farm system on the latest Baseball America Prospect Podcast Deep Dive.(00:00) Sebastian Walcott is No. 1. How much his injury affects his rankings.(04:00) Why the system is thinner than it was a year ago(08:00) Trades really have taken a toll(09:30) Who will be No. 1 a year from now, and who else has a chance to move up(13:45) What do the Rangers develop well?(18:00) Other prospects outside the Top 10 to knowRangers Top 30 Prospects: https://www.baseballamerica.com/stories/2026-texas-rangers-top-mlb-prospects/Our Sponsors:* Sign up and get 10% off at BetterHelp.com. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    New York Yankees Top Prospects Deep Dive

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2026 28:41 Transcription Available


    Geoff Pontes and Josh Norris take an in-depth look at the Yankees farm system on the latest of our Prospect Podcast Deep Dive series.(00:00) Why this system isn't very deep(02:20) George Lombard Jr. ranks No. 1. What stands out about him and who were the other contenders(08:20) How the system compares now to last year at this time(09:30) Looking at Carlos LaGrange and Elmer Rodriguez (13:25) Dax Kilby really stands out(15:20) Ben Hess is a name to know(17:00) What are the Yankees good at developing(19:00) The Spencer Jones conundrum(24:45) Other Yankees sleeper prospectsYankees Top 30 Prospects: https://www.baseballamerica.com/teams/2029-new-york-yankees/prospects/Our Sponsors:* Sign up and get 10% off at BetterHelp.com. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    Scouting Top MLB Draft Picks For 2026, College Baseball Rankings & More | Hot Sheet Show Ep. 94

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2026 26:09 Transcription Available


    On this week's Hot Sheet Show, J.J. Cooper, Carlos Collazo and Jacob Rudner talk about the first in-season Top 25 college rankings, top draft prospects getting started on their spring seasons and more.The Hot Sheet Show airs live on the BA YouTube channel every week on Tuesday at 3 p.m. Give us a sub, and we'll see you then!Time Stamps(0:00) Introduction(1:55) The debate for No. 1 in our Top 25 rankings(5:00) Carlos' trip to Texas & season-opening thoughts(12:20) Scouting Grady Emerson(15:45) Could someone challenge Roch Cholowsky for No. 1?(17:45) Scouting Sawyer Strosnider(21:30) Phillies agree to a deal with an 11-year-old?Our Sponsors:* Sign up and get 10% off at BetterHelp.com. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    College Podcast: Breaking Down The Top 25, Standout Opening Weekend Performances

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2026 48:29


    Baseball America national college reporter Jacob Rudner is joined by BA prospect writer Geoff Pontes to break down NCAA Division I college baseball opening weekend. Rudner and Pontes take a closer look at the debate for No. 1, analyze teams that impressed and discuss standout individual performances.(4:55) Please stream your games!(6:29) The No. 1 debate(15:29) TCU shows out in Arlington(20:22) Cam Johnson and Oklahoma impress(28:35) Texas impresses(34:13) NC State enters the rankings(35:45) Managing Texas A&M's ranking(38:38) Could Jackson Flora be the top prospect in 2026?(44:41) Blaine Brown's breakout(47:07) Lingering questions from opening weekendSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    Athletics Top Prospects Deep Dive

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2026 40:22 Transcription Available


    Last year, Nick Kurtz and Jacob Wilson helped the Athletics make a surprising second half run. Now the farm system has a lot of pitching on the way. Mark Chiarelli and JJ Cooper take an in-depth look at the A's farm system for the latest Prospect Podcast Deep Dive.(00:00) Leo De Vries gives this system a big boost (05:00) De Vries' strengths and weaknesses (10:00) How this system has changed over the past year (13:15) Looking at Jamie Arnold and Gage Jump (18:00) Wei-En Lin is another pitching prospect to remember (20:00) Who could rise up this list over the next year (26:45) What are the A's good at developing? (29:00) Other A's prospects to know outside the top 10 (33:00) Why the Athletics' pitching-heavy Top 30 lines up well with team needsA's Top 30: https://www.baseballamerica.com/teams/2015-athletics/prospects/Our Sponsors:* Sign up and get 10% off at BetterHelp.com. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    Pittsburgh Pirates Top Prospects Deep Dive

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2026 44:41 Transcription Available


    Mark Chiarelli and JJ Cooper are here for the latest Baseball America Prospect Podcast Deep Dive to talk all about the Pirates farm system. It's not only led by the No. 1 prospect in baseball, but it has a top four to envy.(00:00) Why Konnor Griffin stands at the top of the Top 100(10:00) How it was hard for the Pirates to put a temp fix at shortstop ahead of Griffin(14:00) Bubba Chandler is one of the best pitching prospects in baseball(16:10) Why Edward Florentino and Seth Hernandez could be the next wave(26:00) More Bubba talk (28:30) Can the Pirates produce hitters now?(31:30) Other prospects who could make an impact quickly(34:30) Other Pirates sleeper prospects to keep an eye onPirates Top 30 Prospects: https://www.baseballamerica.com/stories/2026-pittsburgh-pirates-top-mlb-prospects/Our Sponsors:* Sign up and get 10% off at BetterHelp.com. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    Fantasy Podcast: Injuries Galore To Begin Spring Training

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2026 37:39 Transcription Available


    The Baseball America Fantasy Podcast is back as host Geoff Pontes is joined by Ian Cundall. They dive into the Caleb Durbin trade and a laundry list of injuries. Lots of bad news broke for dynasty managers this week and we discuss all of it and search for buying opportunities. (3:00) Caleb Durbin Trade(14:00) Sebastian Walcott Elbow Surgery(18:00) Hamate Injuries To Francisco Lindor, Jackson Holliday and Corbin Carroll.(22:00) Spencer Schwellenbach Elbow Surgery(25:00) Jared Jones Added To The 60 Day IL(28:00) Jordan Westburg Injury(33:00) Zack Wheeler And Other Top Starters Not Ready For Opening DayOur Sponsors:* Sign up and get 10% off at BetterHelp.com. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    The 2026 Preseason Amateur Player Draft

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2026 73:02 Transcription Available


    In a special Future Projection cross-posted episode, Ben, Carlos and Jacob conduct the fourth annual amateur player draft. The name of the game is simple: select the most talented team you can among 2026 eligible draft prospects. Each drafter has to fill out a roster as follows: one catcher, two corner infielders, two middle infielders, three outfielders, four pitchers and one utility spot. Each player needs to have at least six high school players and at least six college players. Who had the best draft? Let us know what you think. —Time Stamps:(0:00) Intro(0:40) Draft explained(3:40) Draft beings(6:10) First pitcher selected(10:00) Jacob Lombard vs. Justin Lebron(11:50) First catcher off the board(18:00) Ben doubles down on outfielders(23:30) The first positional “debate”(29:35) Carlos continues to stack pitchers(32:40) Ben goes crazy for college players(42:05) Jacob gets an outfield bat he loves(58:00) Team by team draft summaries and takeawaysHELLO FRESH:Get 10 free meals and a FREE Zwilling Knife (a $144.99 value) on your third box at HelloFresh.com/FT10FM. Offer valid while supplies last. Free meals applied as a discount on first box, new subscribers only, varies by plan.Our Sponsors:* Sign up and get 10% off at BetterHelp.com. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    Milwaukee Brewers Top Prospects Deep Dive

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2026 45:38 Transcription Available


    Ben Badler and JJ Cooper are taking an in-depth look at the Milwaukee Brewers farm system on the latest Prospect Podcast Deep Dive. This was already one of the best systems in baseball, and then the team added two more Top 100 Prospects in the Freddy Peralta trade.(00:00) Assessing where the Brewers are after the Peralta week's trade (05:00) Why Jesús Made was the clear and convincing No. 1 (10:00) Luis Peña is an excellent prospect in his own right (14:20) Why the Brewers' farm system stands out (19:30) The biggest wild card prospect in the Brewers' system (22:00) Who could rise up this list in the upcoming year? (25:00) What are the Brewers good at producing? (30:30) Sleeper prospects to know (37:00) The clever approach the Brewers have taken in the draftBrewers Top 30 Prospects: https://www.baseballamerica.com/teams/2030-milwaukee-brewers/prospects/?season=2026&ranking=preseasonBrewers 31-40 Prospects: https://www.baseballamerica.com/stories/10-brewers-prospects-to-know-beyond-the-top-30-in-2026/The Brewers Clever Draft Strategy: https://www.baseballamerica.com/stories/how-the-brewers-exploited-a-draft-inefficiency-to-help-build-one-of-mlbs-top-systems/Our Sponsors:* Sign up and get 10% off at BetterHelp.com. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    Breaking Down MLB Farm System Rankings & Caleb Durbin To Red Sox | Hot Sheet Show Ep. 93

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2026 25:58 Transcription Available


    On this week's Hot Sheet Show, J.J. Cooper and Geoff Pontes unpack BA's 2026 preseason farm system rankings with teams at the top, middle and bottom of the pack.We also react to the Red Sox acquiring Caleb Durbin from the Brewers in a six-player trade.Time Stamps(0:00) Introduction (1:00) BA's 2026 preseason farm system talent rankings—Cardinals at No. 2 (6:00) Mets at No. 7 (10:20) Marlins at No. 8 and A's at No. 9 (12:00) Padres at No. 29 (16:05) Andrew Fischer and the Brewers (17:40) Dodgers fall outside the top 10 (20:15) Rockies in last place (23:00) Brewers trade Caleb Durbin to the Red SoxThe Hot Sheet Show airs live on the BA YouTube channel every week on Tuesday at 3 p.m. Give us a sub, and we'll see you then!Our Sponsors:* Sign up and get 10% off at BetterHelp.com. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    College Podcast: Biggest Matchups Of Division I Opening Weekend, Draft Prospects To Follow

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2026 62:28


    Baseball America national college reporter Jacob Rudner and prospect writer Geoff Pontes dive into NCAA Division I opening weekend, breaking down matchups they'll be watching closely. Rudner and Pontes also go in depth on what top 2026 draft prospects need to do in the opening weeks of the season to stay on positive trajectories.(2:27) How much early season play matters for tournament consideration(3:13) No. 9 TCU vs. No. 17 Vanderbilt(9:50) No. 10 Arkansas vs. Oklahoma State(13:20) No. 23 Southern Miss vs. UC Santa Barbara(20:04) Arizona vs. Stanford(24:02) No. 6 Georgia vs. Wright State(28:57) Joey Volchko(33:18) Liam Peterson(39:35) Caden Bogenpohl(45:05) Ryan McPherson(48:33) Jackson Flora(51:07) Ricky Ojeda(54:32) Owen Hull(57:59) Gabe GaeckleHELLO FRESH:Get 10 free meals and a FREE Zwilling Knife (a $144.99 value) on your third box at HelloFresh.com/FT10FM. Offer valid while supplies last. Free meals applied as a discount on first box, new subscribers only, varies by plan.Our Sponsors:* Sign up and get 10% off at BetterHelp.com. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    Colorado Rockies Top Prospects Deep Dive

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2026 35:11 Transcription Available


    Geoff Pontes and Jesús Cano are talking all about the Rockies' farm system. There's a lot of work to be done here for the new front office. The two take a look at the challenges and struggles of the system in recent years and what could turn things around.(00:00) Looking at the new front office and what it's doing(06:30) Ethan Holliday is the No. 1 prospect, but there are concerns(09:40) Making the case for Charlie Condon as the other option at No. 1.(15:00) How this system compares not to a year ago(16:45) Candidates other than Ethan Holliday who could be No. 1 a year from now(19:15) What has the organization been good at developing?(21:45) Some other Rockies sleeper prospects to know(30:00) Taking a look at Zac VeenRockies Top 30 Prospects: https://www.baseballamerica.com/stories/2026-colorado-rockies-top-mlb-prospects/Our Sponsors:* Sign up and get 10% off at BetterHelp.com. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    Detroit Tigers Top Prospects Deep Dive

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2026 55:31 Transcription Available


    Geoff Pontes and JJ Cooper are back to take an in-depth look at one of the best farm systems in baseball. The Detroit Tigers have a pair of Top 10 Prospects and several more in the Top 100.(00:00) The State Of The Tigers(05:20) What Stands Out About Kevin McGonigle And Where Does Hit Fit In 2026?(10:30) This Is One The Best Tigers Farm Systems We've Seen In Years(15:40) Talking About Max Clark, Bryce Rainer And More(20:45) What The Tigers Are Good At Developing And How It's Changed(31:45) Sleeper Names To Know(38:30) Are The Tigers All About 2026 Or Is There Longevity?Tigers Top 30 Prospects: https://www.baseballamerica.com/stories/2026-detroit-tigers-top-mlb-prospects/Our Sponsors:* Sign up and get 10% off at BetterHelp.com. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    Fantasy Podcast: Trade Reactions And WBC Discussion

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2026 42:17


    On this week's Baseball America Fantasy Podcast host Geoff Pontes is joined by fellow BA writer Ian Cundall. The two talk through this week's Brendan Donovan trade, the Eugenio Suarez signing and the Framber Valdez signing. The second part of the show is focused on WBC roster release talk, FYPD updates and some questions focused on two Red Sox players.(3:00) Brendan Donovan traded to Mariners(11:00) Eugenio Suarez signs with Reds.(14:00) Framber Valdez signs with Tigers.(18:00) How Much Does WBC Impact Fantasy?(23:00) Trio of exciting young Korean hitters.(27:00) FYPD updates(30:00) Can Kyson Witherspoon Reach MLB In 2026?(37:00) Will Kristian Campbell rebound?Our Sponsors:* Sign up and get 10% off at BetterHelp.com. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    Breaking Down Our Top 200 Draft Update

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2026 49:41 Transcription Available


    Carlos and Jacob break down our latest draft board update on the cusp of the college season kicking off. Who are the names to know, the notable movers, the positional races we're excited to watch and more. —Time Stamps:(0:00) Intro(6:00) The race for SP1(12:00) Jackson Flora pitch mix questions(16:30) Our excitement for Eric Booth Jr.(19:00) Ryder Helfrick vs. Vahn Lackey for C1(25:00) High-confidence college hitters(38:00) Notable down arrow movers(45:00) Caden Bogenpohl's batted ball profile(47:10) Cole Carlon's reliever questionsOur Sponsors:* Sign up and get 10% off at BetterHelp.com. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    Cleveland Guardians Top Prospects Deep Dive

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2026 37:06 Transcription Available


    JJ Cooper and Carlos Collazo are taking an in-depth look at a very deep Guardians farm system in the latest edition of the Prospect Podcast Deep Dive.(00:00) The State Of The Guardians System(04:00) Travis Bazzana Is The Clear No. 1. What Can Be Expected From Him In 2026?(08:20) Chase DeLauter Is Healthy. Keep Your Fingers Crossed.(11:00) Is The System Better Or Worse Than A Year Ago?(13:30) Jace Laviolette Was A Fascinating Guardians Draft Pick(16:00) Who Could Be Next Year's No. 1 Prospect?(17:00) Parker Messick and Braylon Doughty Discussions(22:15) What The Guardians Are Good At Developing(25:00) More Guardians Sleepers To Know(32:00) Khalil Watson's Fascinating PathGuardians Top 30 Prospects: https://www.baseballamerica.com/teams/2007-cleveland-guardians/prospects/?season=2026&ranking=preseasonOur Sponsors:* Sign up and get 10% off at BetterHelp.com. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    Atlanta Braves Top Prospects Deep Dive

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2026 39:06 Transcription Available


    Carlos Collazo and JJ Cooper are taking an in-depth look at the Braves farm system for the latest Prospect Podcast Deep Dive. This remains a very pitcher-heavy farm system, but we look at some hitters to know as well.(00:00) Looking at the shape of this system(02:30) Why Cam Caminiti Ranked No. 1(09:00) JR Ritchie could make an MLB impact in 2026(11:30) Are There Position Players Who Could Help This Year?(13:30) Looking At The Three Shortstops The Braves Drafted In 2025(18:45) Why Carlos Is Excited About Briggs McKenzie and Diego Tornes(23:00) What Are The Braves Good At Developing?(28:00) Braves Sleeper Prospects To Know(37:00) Could The Braves Pitching Approach Change With New Coaching?Braves Top 30 Prospects: https://www.baseballamerica.com/teams/2026-atlanta-braves/prospects/Our Sponsors:* Sign up and get 10% off at BetterHelp.com. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    Breaking Down Top 200 MLB Draft Prospects & 2026 All-America Teams | Hot Sheet Show Ep. 92

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2026 25:58 Transcription Available


    On this week's Hot Sheet Show, J.J. Cooper, Carlos Collazo and Jacob Rudner break down Baseball America's new top 200 draft rankings for 2026 and talk about our newly released college and high school All-America teams.We also break down the three-team trade that sent key Mariners prospects to the Cardinals.As a reminder, the Hot Sheet Show now airs live on the BA YouTube channel every week on Tuesday at 3 p.m. Give us a sub, and we'll see you then!Time Stamps(0:00) Introduction (1:00) A big riser in our top 200 draft rankings (3:30) College pitching in the class (7:15) How this high school class stacks up (10:00) Preseason college All-America teams & breaking down Drew Burress (18:35) Breaking down Mariners prospects heading to St. LouisOur Sponsors:* Sign up and get 10% off at BetterHelp.com. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    College Podcast: Breaking Down 2026 Baseball America Preseason College All-America Teams

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2026 51:38


    Baseball America national college reporter Jacob Rudner and national writer Carlos Collazo go over the 2026 Baseball America Preseason College All-America teams, which were voted on and selected by a panel of 18 MLB scouting directors. Rudner and Collazo also discuss BA's preseason national college award selections.(3:18) How our preseason All-America teams are picked(6:15) How we'd pick it(11:57) Reading off the teams(13:46) Surprises(18:37) Potential breakouts on the teams(22:30) Three unanimous selections(24:21) Preseason Player of the Year(29:44) Preseason Pitcher of the Year(35:06) Preseason Freshman of the Year(40:41) Sleeper award candidatesOur Sponsors:* Sign up and get 10% off at BetterHelp.com. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    Boston Red Sox Top Prospects Deep Dive

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2026 44:28 Transcription Available


    Alex Speier and JJ Cooper are here to talk about the Red Sox farm system in depth on the latest Prospect Podcast Deep Dive. We look at the close-to-the-majors pitching, as well as a number of further away but intriguing bats.(00:00) The Red Sox Are Very Willing To Deal(04:15) What Does Payton Tolle Still Need To Work On?(08:30) Franklin Arias Has A Very High Floor, But What's His Ceiling?(13:45) The Red Sox System Has Clearly Taken A Step Back, Here's Why(19:00) Who Is Most Likely To Be No. 1 Next Year?(23:15) What Is This Org Good At Developing?(27:45) Red Sox Sleeper Prospects (35:00) Why Prospects Are On The Move(41:00) Will The Paul Toboni Departure Leave A Mark?Red Sox Top Prospects: https://www.baseballamerica.com/teams/2004-boston-red-sox/prospects/?season=2026&ranking=preseasonOur Sponsors:* Sign up and get 10% off at BetterHelp.com. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    Toronto Blue Jays Top Prospects Deep Dive

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2026 34:15 Transcription Available


    The Toronto Blue Jays are looking for an even better encore to their AL pennant-winning 2025 season, and their No. 1 prospect, Trey Yesavage, should get a full year in the rotation. Geoff Pontes and JJ Cooper look at Yesavage and the rest of an improved Blue Jays prospects list in the new Prospect Podcast Deep Dive.(00:00) What Can Be Expected Of Trey Yesavage Going Forward?(05:30) How Close Was The Choice Of Who Was The No. 2 Prospect?(12:20) Is This System Better Or Worse Than Last Year?(15:00) Who Is The Pick To Be Next Year's No. 1?(18:30) What Is This Org Good At Developing?(21:30) Blue Jays Sleepers Outside The Top 10(29:15) The Blue Jays Could Use More Pitchers With StuffBlue Jays Top Prospects: https://www.baseballamerica.com/stories/2026-toronto-blue-jays-top-mlb-prospects/Our Sponsors:* Sign up and get 10% off at BetterHelp.com. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    Fantasy Podcast: Prospects To Consider For Redraft, Dynasty Targets and FYPD Trends

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2026 48:22 Transcription Available


    This week on the Baseball America Fantasy Podcast, Geoff Pontes Geoff Pontes is joined by Jacob Rudner to talk 2026 sleepers, targets and trends.We dive into Munetaka Murakami's wide range of values, then talk some top targets and FYPD trends we're seeing.Time Stamps(2:00) The Case For Munetaka Murakami(15:30) Is Josh Baez A 2026 Redraft Sleeper?(24:00) Marlins Outfield Sleeper Prospects(26:00) Devin Fitz-Gerald—A Steal?(33:00) Could Kyson Witherspoon Reach MLB In 2026?(38:00) Jace LaViolette Bounce-Back Tour(43:00) The Case For Nolan Schubart(46:00) The Cam Leiter Value PropositionSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    The First Big Injury Of The 2026 Draft Season & Sleeper Talk

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2026 43:58 Transcription Available


    Carlos and Jacob talk about the news that South Carolina lefthander Jake McCoy is going to miss the 2026 season and the draft implications for that. After that the two pick out a few of their favorite sleepers who are currently outside of the top-three round range but could see themselves jump up the board with strong spring seasons. —Time Stamps:(1:00) Jake McCoy injury(5:00) How does this impact his draft stock?(11:00) Sleeper talk begins(15:00) Logan Reddemann(19:55) Cal Randall(22:00) Dominic Pellegrin(27:00) Joe Tiroly(31:00) Owen Hull(37:25) Bo RhudyOur Sponsors:* Check out Aura.com: https://aura.com/remove* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* 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

    Twins Top Prospects Deep Dive

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2026 39:26 Transcription Available


    Ian Cundall and JJ Cooper are taking an in-depth look at the Twins farm system. It's led by No. 1 prospect Walker Jenkins, and after last season's trades, it's also significantly deeper.(00:00) A Quick Note About Edouard Julien and Pierson Ohl's Trade(03:00) Looking At No. 1 Prospect Walker Jenkins(09:00) Emmanuel Rodriguez, Kaelen Culpepper Talk(11:30) Is This System Better Than Last Year?(15:00) Prospects Who Could Rank No. 1 Next Year(19:30) How The Twins' Lack Of A Clear MLB Shortstop Could Affect Culpepper And Marek Houston(24:30) What Do The Twins Develop Really Well?(27:30) Looking At Twins Sleepers(29:45) Are The Twins In A Rebuild?(35:00) Why It's Worth Paying Attention To The Twins' DSL GroupTwins Top 30: https://www.baseballamerica.com/teams/2024-minnesota-twins/prospects/?season=2026&ranking=preseasonOur Sponsors:* Check out Aura.com: https://aura.com/remove* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* 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

    Cardinals Top Prospects Deep Dive

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2026 34:27 Transcription Available


    Geoff Pontes and JJ Cooper are taking an in-depth look at the Cardinals farm system on the newest edition of the Baseball America Prospect Podcast Deep Dives. There's a clear No. 1 prospect here, but the No. 2 and No. 3 prospects also wouldn't look out of place at No. 1.(00:00) Looking at JJ Wetherholt at No. 1(04:30) Examining Liam Doyle(08:45) Is This System Better Or Worse Than Last Year?(12:00) Who Could Be Next Year's No. 1?(15:40) What Is This Org Good At Developing?(18:00) How Will The Cardinals Avoid The Problems Of The Last Wave Of Prospects(23:00) Cardinals Sleeper Prospects To KnowCardinals Top Prospects: https://www.baseballamerica.com/teams/2020-st-louis-cardinals/prospects/?season=2026&ranking=preseasonOur Sponsors:* Check out Aura.com: https://aura.com/remove* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* 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: Coastal Carolina Analytics Director Matt Pepin Joins To Talk Cameron Flukey & Rising EVs

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2026 30:44


    Baseball America national college reporter Jacob Rudner is joined by Coastal Carolina director of analytics Matt Pepin to discuss the state of exit velocities in college baseball and whether or not it's time for the NCAA to look into the ball it uses. Rudner and Pepin also break down Coastal Carolina ace and top college pitching prospect Cameron Flukey from a data standpoint.(1:56) Welcoming in Matt Pepin(3:50) Digging deeper on college exit velocities(7:09) Are some players hitting the ball harder than they should?(9:35) Breaking EVs down by percentages(11:23) Changing the ball(17:17) What makes Cameron Flukey great?(19:13) Taking a closer look at Flukey's fastball(20:49) Flukey's curveball improvement(21:23) Targeted areas of growth over the offseason(22:28) Implementing data into development at Coastal(25:22) What people miss when studying Flukey(26:00) Flukey's slider and changeup(28:35) Coastal draft sleepers(30:38) Team USA alums to watch(31:42) Final thoughtsOur Sponsors:* Check out Aura.com: https://aura.com/remove* 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

    Philadelphia Phillies Top Prospects Deep Dive

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2026 25:16 Transcription Available


    Geoff Pontes and Josh Norris are talking all about the Phillies farm system, which is led by shortstop Aidan Miller. Who are the names to know, and how does this system stack up against other farm systems? Find out in the latest Deep Dive.(00:00) How Does The System Stack Up?(01:30) How Easy Was It To Choose Aidan Miller at No. 1?(08:50) Analyzing Andrew Painter's Development(11:35) Is This System Better Or Worse Than Last Year?(14:30) Who Could Be The System's No. 1 Prospect Next Year?(18:00) What Is This System Good At Developing?(20:00) Other Sleepers Outside The Top 10 To Watch(23:40) Where Is This System Going?Phillies Top 30 Prospects: https://www.baseballamerica.com/stories/2026-philadelphia-phillies-top-mlb-prospects/Our Sponsors:* Check out Aura.com: https://aura.com/remove* 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 Top 100 Prospects, Players To Watch In 2027 & More | Hot Sheet Show Ep. 91

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2026 26:18


    On this week's Hot Sheet Show, J.J. Cooper, Geoff Pontes and Ben Badler discuss the recently released Baseball America Top 100 Prospects list.We talk about Top 100 players that have us excited for the future, potential risers, and candidates for No. 1 in 2027. We also break down the latest headline trades in MLB and take viewer questionsAlso, please note that beginning next week, the Hot Sheet Show will be moving to 3 p.m. ET on Tuesdays. We'll seen you then!Time Stamps(0:00) Introduction (1:00) Why Ben is excited about Mike Sirota (3:15) Why Geoff is excited about Bryce Rainer (6:00) How high can Tanner McDougal rise? (7:45) Bo Davidon's unconventional path to the Top 100 (8:45) Who could be No. 1 in 2027? (15:45) Breaking down the Freddy Peralta trade (18:50) Projecting Brandon Sproat (21:45) Breaking down the MacKenzie Gore tradeOur Sponsors:* Check out Aura.com: https://aura.com/remove* 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

    Miami Marlins Top Prospects Deep Dive

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2026 40:17 Transcription Available


    Jacob Rudner and JJ Cooper are talking all about the Marlins farm system and the team's top prospects in the latest Prospect Podcast Deep Dive. The system keeps getting deeper.(00:00) Jacob's First Top 30(01:40) Why Thomas White Ranks No. 1 And Who Else Was Considered(04:45) Is This System Better Or Worse Than This Time Last Year?(10:00) How The Top Prospects Are Largely MLB Ready(12:00) Who Could Be No. 1 A Year From Now?(16:30) What Are The Marlins Good At Developing?(20:00) Signs Of A Successful 2026(27:00) What Is The Strength Of The System(29:45) More Kevin DeFrank Talk, Plus Other DSL Names To Know(34:00) Why The Marlins Latin America Prospect Push Makes SenseBaseball America Marlins Top 30 Prospects: https://www.baseballamerica.com/stories/2026-miami-marlins-top-mlb-prospects/Our Sponsors:* Check out Aura.com: https://aura.com/remove* 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

    Top 100 Sleepers & Potential Risers

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2026 45:46 Transcription Available


    After we talked about the top of the 2026 Top 100 Prospects in our previous video, today we're focusing on prospects all through the list with discussions on 12 other Top 100 Prospects who are worth paying close attention to in 2026.(00:30) Mike Sirota(03:30) Braylon Doughty(06:45) Joshua Baez(10:45) Caden Scarborough(14:30) Dax Kilby(17:00) Ryan Sloan(19:45) Jhonny Level(23:30) Jamie Arnold(26:15) Franklin Arias(31:30) Kendry Chourio(36:15) George Lombard Jr.(40:45) Connor PrielippBaseball America Top 100: https://www.baseballamerica.com/rankings/2026-top-100-prospects/Our Sponsors:* Check out Aura.com: https://aura.com/remove* 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: Breaking Down 2026 Fantasy Baseball Redraft Rankings

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2026 33:46 Transcription Available


    This week on the Baseball America Fantasy Baseball podcast hosts Dylan White and Geoff Pontes break down all the recent moves in MLB. They discuss the Kyle Tucker and Bo Bichette signings, the Luis Robert trade, the Mackenzie Gore trade and the Freddy Peralta trade. The second half of the show we dive into redraft strategy with our own NFBC expert Dylan White.(1:30) Kyle Tucker Signs With The Dodgers.(3:00) Bo Bichette Signs With The Mets.(6:00) Breaking Down The Freddy Peralta Trade - How Do The Prospects Fit In Milwaukee?(12:00) Mackenzie Gore Trade, Does This Kill His Sleeper Status?(16:00) Luis Robert Trade - More Playing Time For Luisangel Acuna?(21:00) High Level Redraft Strategy.(23:00) Whats The Perfect Balance Of Hitters And Pitchers Through Round 10?(25:00) Who Is A Must Have Hitter After Round Five?(27:00) Who Is A Must Have Pitcher After Round Five?(29:00) Prospects Dylan Is Targeting In Early Drafts.Our Sponsors:* Check out Aura.com: https://aura.com/remove* 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

    Drafting The Best High School Tools In The Class

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2026 52:09 Transcription Available


    Carlos and Jacob conduct the high school version of their best tools draft from a week ago. The two attempt to create the most impressive player possible by drafting the best tools in the prep class. The two each attempt to create the best possible hitters by drafting hit, power, run, field and arm tools. On the pitching side they each draft a fastball, curveball, slider, changeup and control.Like before, the ground rules are that each player is only eligible for one category so once they're picked they can't be selected again. Let us know which hitter and pitcher you like best.—Time Stamps(2:40) Jacob's hit(4:00) Carlos's control(6:20) Jacob's curveball(8:30) Carlos's fielding(10:30) Jacob's changeup(13:00) Carlos's fastball(15:10) Jacob's slider(17:00) Carlos's slider(18:45) Jacob's power(20:30) Carlos's run(22:05) Jacob's field(23:00) Carlos's arm(26:30) Jacob's arm(30:30) Jacob's control(32:30) Carlos's power(33:50) Jacob's fastball(37:30) Carlos's hit(40:40) Jacob's run(45:00) Carlos's curveballOur Sponsors:* Check out Aura.com: https://aura.com/remove* 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

    Analyzing The Top Of The Top 100 Prospects Rankings

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2026 35:59


    It's Top 100 Prospects Day at Baseball America! To celebrate, Geoff Pontes and JJ Cooper are taking an in-depth look at the top of the Top 100. We explain why our No. 1 prospect ranked at the top. How close our No. 2 prospect was to ranking No. 1 and examine five other prospects from the top of the rankings.(00:00) The Top 100 Prospects rankings are here(03:00) Scouting No. 1 Prospect Konnor Griffin(10:30) Scouting No. 2 Prospect Kevin McGonigle(16:10) Scouting No. 3 Prospect JJ Wetherholt(21:30) Scouting No. 4 Prospect Jesus Made(26:00) The Two Best Pitching Prospects In The Game(30:00) The Most Surprising Prospect Near The Top Of The Rankings(33:30) Evaluating The Strength Of This Year's Top 100Our Sponsors:* Check out Aura.com: https://aura.com/remove* 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

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