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When Shohei Ohtani hit the 50-50 milestone last season in Miami, many thought it was one of the greatest single performances in baseball history. Little did they know, Ohtani would go on to deliver an even more impressive feat in a series-clinching game that sent his Los Angeles Dodgers back to the World Series, just one year after winning the Commissioner's Trophy.On this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman break down what might be the most impressive game ever played in baseball, in which Ohtani pitched six shutout innings, struck out ten, allowed zero earned runs, and hit three home runs en route to the Dodgers clinching the National League pennant. Then the guys talk about the Milwaukee Brewers' unfortunate showing against a juggernaut like the Dodgers.Also in this episode, Jake and Jordan preview the upcoming Game 7 that will decide the ALCS between the Toronto Blue Jays and the Seattle Mariners. Will the Jays ride the hot bat of Vladimir Guerrero Jr. to their first World Series since 1993 or can the M's win their first-ever American League title and finally reach the Fall Classic? The show wraps up with a discussion about College World Series champion manager Tony Vitello possibly joining the San Francisco Giants next season.1:55 – The Opener: Ohtani's amazing game14:45 – Dodgers win the NL pennant22:51 – Where we stand in the ALCS38:39 – Game 7 preview43:52 – We Need to Talk About: Tony V to MLB? Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:

The Los Angeles Dodgers defeated the Milwaukee Brewers on Thursday night and are now just one win away from repeating as National League champions, with hopes of back-to-back World Series titles in their sight. The Brew Crew will need to channel some of the 2004 Boston Red Sox magic to overcome their 0–3 deficit but it won't be easy, especially considering who they'll be facing in Game 4.On this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman discuss yet another stellar pitching performance from the Dodgers, with their staff allowing only one run in Game 3. With Shohei Ohtani set to take the mound in a potential closeout game on Friday night, can the Brewers begin arguably the biggest comeback in MLB postseason history?Also on this episode, Jake and Jordan cover how the Toronto Blue Jays gave the Seattle Mariners a taste of their own medicine by winning two straight games at T-Mobile Park, evening the ALCS at two games apiece. With the series now set to return to Toronto after Game 5 in Seattle, is tomorrow night a must-win for the Mariners? The guys also recap key takeaways from the 2025 postmortem press conferences held by the New York Yankees and Philadelphia Phillies.1:39 – The Opener: Dodgers are one win away12:52 – Who will be NLCS MVP?16:43 – Blue Jays even up ALCS21:09 – Max Scherzer turns back the clock35:12 – Humpy update + ALCS Game 5 preview44:17 – Yankees & Phillies make news in press conferences Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:

The Milwaukee Brewers won the most games this season with their impressive and dynamic play on the field. However, when the Los Angeles Dodgers came to American Family Field two days ago, they arrived with two elite starting pitchers, hoping to shut down the Brew Crew and return to LA in the driver's seat.That is exactly what happened.On this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman talk about the incredible back-to-back pitching performances from Blake Snell in Game 1 and the complete-game shutout by Yoshinobu Yamamoto in Game 2 that has the Dodgers heading home with a 2-0 NLCS series lead. The guys discuss whether the Brewers can overcome the Dodgers' stellar rotation and force the series to return to Milwaukee before it's too late.Also on this episode, Jake and Jordan dive into the Seattle Mariners taking a 2-0 lead—also on the road—in the ALCS against the Toronto Blue Jays, with the help of some incredibly timely hitting from Jorge Polanco. They preview the upcoming Game 3 and 4 matchups to see if Shane Bieber and Max Scherzer can somehow stop the rolling Mariners from reaching their first World Series in franchise history. Later, the guys recap all the managerial and personnel shifts from around the league.1:54 - The Opener: Dodgers go up 2-021:05 - LA's pitching is the difference26:23 - Mariners take 2-0 lead34:22 - Blue Jays' disappointing offense43:27 - Around The League: Managerial shifts Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:

After the epic 15-inning ALDS Game 5 classic that saw the Seattle Mariners take down the Detroit Tigers, the Toronto Blue Jays were set to take on a tired M's club in the ALCS. However, the Mariners proved them wrong and shocked the baseball world by taking down Toronto on the road and grabbing an early 1-0 series advantage.On this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman break down all the action from Game 1, which saw Cal Raleigh go deep yet again and the Blue Jays make a questionable decision by pulling Kevin Gausman in the 6th inning. The guys examine what the rest of the series could look like as the Mariners eye their first trip to the World Series.Also in this episode, Jake and Jordan preview the NLCS, which could be a series for the ages between the reigning champion Los Angeles Dodgers and the Milwaukee Brewers. While there are a few key players to watch on both clubs, the guys wonder if now is the time for Shohei Ohtani to break out of his postseason slump and send the Dodgers back to the Fall Classic to become the first team to repeat as champions since the Yankees' '90s dynasty. Later, Jake and Jordan give a postmortem on the Chicago Cubs and Tigers following their postseason exits and discuss where both teams might go from here. 2:01 – The Opener: ALCS Game 1 recap24:07 – We Need To Talk About: ALDS Game 537:00 – NLCS Preview51:54 – Dodgers or Brewers? The picks are in!55:41 – Where do the Tigers go from here? 1:02:27 – Big changes for the Cubs coming Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:

The Los Angeles Dodgers have booked their 8th trip to the National League Championship Series since 2013 by walking off in the bottom of the 11th inning against the Philadelphia Phillies. While Dodgers fans celebrated advancing, it was Orion Kerkering and the rest of Philly left wondering what if.On this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman break down the unfortunate error by Kerkering that led to the Dodgers eliminating the Phillies — and why he doesn't deserve all of the blame. The guys then go on to question whether the Phillies have a larger issue brewing with their roster after failing to win the World Series in recent seasons and what's next for their impending free agents.Also on this episode, Jake and Jordan discuss the Chicago Cubs taking down the Milwaukee Brewers in Game 4, forcing a winner-take-all Game 5 back in Milwaukee this Saturday. With the Brewers failing to capitalize on a 2-0 series lead, the question now is: who will the Brew Crew turn to in the must-win game to help validate their season? Later, the guys preview the ALDS Game 5 between the Detroit Tigers and Seattle Mariners, featuring what is sure to be one of the most enticing pitching matchups of the postseason — George Kirby vs. Tarik Skubal. 1:00 – The Opener: Dodgers advance to NLCS20:25 – Where do the Phillies go from here?26:04 – Cubs force a Game 530:47 – Brewers make questionable choices42:49 – Tigers-Mariners Game 5 preview47:35 – ALDS Game 5 prediction Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:

The Toronto Blue Jays are the first team to punch their ticket to the League Championship Series after knocking out the New York Yankees on Wednesday night. It'll be the first time since 2016 that Canada's team will be playing for the AL pennant. However, their opponent is still up in the air, with a massive Game 5 set to take place on Friday.On this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman talk about the Blue Jays eliminating the Yankees and why the Bronx Bombers always seemed just a hair behind Toronto as the season progressed. They also discuss Aaron Judge's Game 3 heroics and whether that single-game performance is enough to get some fans off his back about his postseason production.Also on this episode, Jake and Jordan break down the upcoming Game 5 that will decide the series between the Detroit Tigers and the Seattle Mariners, with the winner set to face the Blue Jays in the ALCS this weekend. Then they turn to the NLDS, which suddenly got a lot tighter after both the Chicago Cubs and Philadelphia Phillies won their Game 3s to stave off elimination and live to play another day.2:07 – The Opener: Yankees get eliminated11:30 – Blue Jays' impressive showing in the ALDS19:56 – Mariners & Tigers set for Game 527:02 – How does this series shape up?34:05 – Phillies avoid elimination in Game 347:18 – Brewers-Cubs set for Game 4 Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:

The New York Yankees, fresh off an exciting Wild Card Series victory against the Boston Red Sox, were hoping to carry that momentum into the ALDS against the Toronto Blue Jays this weekend. However, things have turned very sour and the Bronx Bombers now find themselves in a 0–2 hole as the series shifts to New York.On this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman talk about the Blue Jays' successful weekend against their division rivals, as their pitching dominated the star-studded Yankees lineup. With Kevin Gausman and Trey Yesavage shoving in their starts—along with Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s offensive power—Toronto now finds itself one victory away from an ALCS berth and sending the Yankees home.Also on this episode, the guys talk about the Seattle Mariners winning their first home postseason game since 2001 and evening their series with the Detroit Tigers. As the series moves to the Motor City on Tuesday, Jake and Jordan discuss who holds the upper hand in this tightly contested best-of-five matchup. They also recap the Game 1 matchups in the NLDS, which saw Shohei Ohtani lead the Dodgers to a win against the Philadelphia Phillies and the Milwaukee Brewers' impressive offensive output versus the Chicago Cubs.1:24 – The Opener: Blue Jays demolish Yankees18:33 – Can the Yankees get back into this series?24:57 – Mariners even the ALDS37:00 – Emotional victory in Seattle43:50 – Dodgers take Game 1 in NLDS54:09 – Brewers dominate Game 1 vs. Cubs Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:

October is when MLB legends are made and Thursday night a Yankee came through with a legendary performance to close out the Wild Card round. The New York Yankees defeated the Boston Red Sox to move on to the ALDS behind a historic performance from Cam Schlittler. He became the first pitcher in MLB postseason history to throw eight scoreless innings with 12 strikeouts and no walks. Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman discuss this historic performance and look ahead to the Yankees ALDS matchup with the Toronto Blue Jays. They also discuss the Red Sox's collapse and where the franchise goes from here. Plus, the guys dive into the other AL Wild Card series which saw the Detroit Tigers defeat the Cleveland Guardians. They preview Detroit's upcoming series with the Seattle Mariners and discuss what Detroit has to do to stand a chance of moving on.Later, Jake and Jordan take a look at both NL Wild Card series. They discuss the Los Angeles Dodgers' sweep of the Cincinnati Reds and preview the powerhouse matchup between the Dodgers and the Philadelphia Phillies. Game 1 of this series will also showcase Shohei Ohtani starting at pitcher and leading off for LA. Then they dive into the final Wild Card series that saw the Chicago Cubs take down the San Diego Padres. They discuss where the season fell apart for the Padres and what they think of the upcoming matchup between the Cubs and the Milwaukee Brewers.Finally, the guys go around the league and discuss news coming from the clubs who are not in the postseason. The Washington Nationals and the St. Louis Cardinals announce new presidents of operations and a handful of teams decide it is time for a new manager. Jake and Jordan take some extra time to discuss all of this with no The Good, The Bad & The Uggla today.Get prepared for the divisional round with us at the Baseball Bar-B-Cast. 1:29 - The Opener: Cam Schlittler stands-out12:08 - Yankees-Red Sox recap28:22 - Tigers-Guardians recap43:37 - Dodgers-Reds recap54:42 - Cubs-Padres recap1:04:40 - Around The League: Teams making moves Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:

The 2025 MLB Postseason is set to get underway on Tuesday, and after a wild regular season of action, the field is finally set. The Wild Card round features exciting and intriguing matchups that are sure to get the playoffs off to a bang.Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman discuss all the storylines heading into the first round of the postseason, including what should be a classic matchup between the New York Yankees and the Boston Red Sox to see who will take on the Toronto Blue Jays in the ALDS. The guys then preview another divisional Wild Card matchup between the Cleveland Guardians and the Detroit Tigers.Later in this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, Jake and Jordan break down the NL Wild Card series, which includes the Los Angeles Dodgers taking on the heavy underdog Cincinnati Reds, as well as the Chicago Cubs returning to October baseball against the San Diego Padres. Then the guys dive into the New York Mets and Houston Astros, who, despite their successes this season, find themselves on the outside looking in. They wrap up by recapping all the other major storylines from the end of the regular season.2:47 - Yankees vs. Red Sox17:53 - Guardians vs. Tigers32:27 - Dodgers vs. Reds52:40 - Cubs vs. Padres1:06:59 - Mets & Astros left out1:23:19 - Turbo Mode: End of the regular season Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:

After 159 games have been played and settled, the final weekend slate of the 2025 MLB regular season is upon us, and there is plenty of drama set to unfold. With a few postseason spots still up for grabs, as well as a couple of division crowns, we're sure to be in for a memorable finish to an unforgettable regular season of baseball.Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman discuss all the headlines going into the weekend, including whether the Cleveland Guardians will be able to hang onto their improbable division lead in the AL Central over the Detroit Tigers, whether the New York Yankees or Toronto Blue Jays will be crowned the kings of the AL East and the incredible season we've seen from Seattle Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh. They then talk about how crazy it is that the Houston Astros probably won't be making their annual postseason trip this October.Also on this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, Jake and Jordan talk about the current postseason picture in the National League, which currently has the New York Mets holding onto the final Wild Card spot despite the Cincinnati Reds and Arizona Diamondbacks trying their best to overtake them. They also discuss how strange it'll be to see the Los Angeles Dodgers playing in the Wild Card round, the Automated Ball-Strike (ABS) challenge system coming to MLB next season and make their picks for The Good, The Bad & The Uggla.3:19 - The Opener: Where things stand in the AL13:28 - Yankees or Blue Jays in the East29:56 - Where things stand in the NL36:36 - Dodgers in the Wild Card round42:01 - We Need to Talk About: ABS in 202647:15 - The Good, The Bad & The Uggla Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:

For the majority of the 2025 MLB season, the American League Central saw the Detroit Tigers maintain a healthy division lead, holding off any potential challengers. However, the Cleveland Guardians have stormed back from 15.5 games behind to cut the Tigers' lead down to just one game with one week left to play.Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman discuss the incredible comeback from the scorching-hot Guardians and whether the Tigers will ultimately be able to hold off an increasingly unfortunate collapse that could see them miss the postseason entirely. The guys then dive into the Seattle Mariners sweeping the Houston Astros this past weekend, giving them full control of the AL West and putting a division title within reach. Also on this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, Jake and Jordan talk about the New York Mets and their rough weekend against the Washington Nationals, which saw them lose control of the final NL Wild Card spot to the Cincinnati Reds after the Reds swept the Chicago Cubs. Later, the guys discuss Clayton Kershaw's final regular-season start at Dodger Stadium and recap all the other action from MLB this weekend.1:24 – The Opener: Mariners take control13:48 – Wild AL Central update28:28 – Around The League: NL Wild Card is up for grabs44:33 – NL tiebreaker scenarios48:06 – We Need to Talk About: Kershaw's last home start55:48 – Turbo Mode: rest of the weekend action Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:

Clayton Kershaw is officially retiring after the 2025 season. The Dodgers legend announced Thursday that this is his last season and tonight will be his last regular season home start. Guest host Dani Wexelman joins Jake Mintz to discuss the future Hall of Famer's 18-year career with the Dodgers. They take a look back at the impressive accomplishments during his journey to becoming one of MLB's greatest pitchers. Jake and Dani also discuss what he's done in his final season. Later, they discuss the Chicago Cubs clinching the playoffs. The Cubs have locked up a Wild Card spot and Jake and Dani take a look at their season to see how they got to this point. Do they have enough to make a deep postseason run? The two breakdown what has been going well and what is lacking in Chicago. They also discuss who are some key players that have gotten them to this point and will be needed for any success in the playoffs. Plus, Jake and Dani go around the league and chat about the Guardians making the AL Wild Card race interesting, Shohei Ohtani potentially playing the outfield and Justin Verlander announcing he will be back next year.Finally, it's everyone's favorite segment of the week. The Good, The Bad & The Uggla. The Mariners challenge a shift play and win, Vanderbilt is making their baseball team wear uniforms without logos and Trea Turner's practice is interrupted by a Lumineers concert. These are just a few of the highlights from this week's segment. Plus, a weekend preview.All of this and more to get you ready for the second to last weekend of the regular season on Baseball Bar-B-Cast. (3:37) - Clayton Kershaw announces retirement(20:54) - Chicago Cubs clinch playoffs(39:38) - Cleveland Guardians close Wild Card gap(44:00) - Shohei Ohtani to the outfield?(45:49) - Justin Verlander to return next year(50:51) - The Good, The Bad & The Uggla(1:09:03) - Weekend Preview Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:

There are many eye-catching storylines from the 2025 MLB season, but one that remains a captivating tale as we approach the postseason is the historic run by the man simply known as “Big Dumper.” On Tuesday night, Seattle Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh set a new single-season record for most home runs hit by a switch hitter, surpassing the immortal Mickey Mantle with 56 on the year. Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman discuss Cal's unbelievable campaign, how he's managed to do this while serving as the team's primary catcher and why he's now a serious contender alongside New York Yankees superstar Aaron Judge in the tight race for the 2025 American League Most Valuable Player award.Also on this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, Jake and Jordan talk about an impressive debut from Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Trey Yesavage and why he could be an integral part of their push for the AL East title. They also discuss Shohei Ohtani entering yet another exclusive and impressive club on Tuesday night, and debate whether he and Bryce Harper are the two most important players of this century.1:18 – The Opener: Cal Raleigh does it again16:01 – Trey Yesavage's immediate impact25:31 – An oops by the Brewers32:26 – Harper & Ohtani's importance46:44 – Around the League: 50-50, injuries58:33 – Roberto Clemente Award nominees Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:

Two weeks are left in MLB's regular season and the postseason picture is starting to become a bit more clear. A couple of rivalry matchups had playoff implications as the Yankees defeated the Red Sox and the Dodgers defeated the Giants. Three of the four teams currently sit in playoff positions while the Giants are just 1.5 games out of the final NL Wild Card spot. Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman discuss each series and look at what the final two weeks hold for these teams. Are the Yankees and Red Sox destined to meet in the postseason? Can the Dodgers maintain their control of the NL West? Can the Giants claw their way into the final Wild Card spot? The guys answer all of these and more.Those two series were not the only ones from the weekend with postseason implications. There were four sweeps that saw the Mariners, Blue Jays, Guardians and A's take home victories. The Mariners completed a 4-game mop and put themselves into the drivers seat for the AL West as they overtook the Astros for first place. Plus, Cal Raleigh is looking like he may just take the MVP trophy from Aaron Judge. The guys dive into every series and look at how each one affects the postseason picture.Later, Jake and Jordan recap the Brewers and Phillies clinching playoff berths. What will the last two weeks look like for each team, and how well are they positioned for a postseason run? Plus, the Mets continue to struggle as they dropped their series to the Rangers over the weekend. New York currently holds the last NL Wild Card spot, but can they hang on to it for two more weeks? Jake and Jordan talk about what they see for any postseason future in Queens.All of this and more as every series from the weekend is recapped on Monday's Baseball Bar-B-Cast.(2:00) - Yankees & Dodgers take down rivals(16:21) - Mariners move into 1st after mop & Blue Jays, Guardians & A's sweep(34:07) - Brewers & Phillies clinch playoffs, Mets continue to struggle and Astros face a huge test(49:52) - Turbo Mode(1:02:07) - Previewing the week ahead  Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:

As we enter the final stretch of the 2025 regular season, teams are making a push to lock up their spots in the postseason. With so much on the line—including divisional crowns and potential byes—there are a few players who need to step up for their clubs to have the best chance in October.Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman make their picks for which players are X-factors for their teams heading into the playoffs. This includes a few starting pitchers that the New York Yankees and Philadelphia Phillies need to perform, a seasoned veteran for the Houston Astros whose prime may be nearing its end and a high-profile free agent who has disappointed for the Toronto Blue Jays.Also on this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, Jake & Jordan discuss the Phillies mopping the New York Mets, the Yankees revealing injury news about Anthony Volpe—and whether that's the reason behind his down season—the Washington Nationals closing in on a general manager and an alarming report of misconduct within the Detroit Tigers organization. They wrap up the episode with their picks for The Good, The Bad & The Uggla.01:34 – The Opener: Postseason X-Factors29:22 – Phillies Mop the Mets32:16 – Sorry For Your Mentions38:57 – Around the League: Yankees-Volpe News43:53 – Nationals Search for a GM53:28 – The Good, The Bad & The Uggla Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:

Kyle Schwarber added to his historic career on Tuesday night, placing himself among the Philadelphia Phillies greats when he launched his 50th home run of the season. He is only the second Philly to accomplish this feat. The other is Phillies legend Ryan Howard, who owns the franchise record of 58 home runs in a season. The Phillies also placed themselves nine games ahead of the New York Mets for the NL East crown. Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman discuss Schwarber's historic feat and what the Phillies look like heading into the postseason.Then, the interview everyone is here for, Pedro Martinez joins the show. The Hall of Famer talks with Jake and Jordan about his iconic career. He looks back at his career and reminisces on his mindset of being a dominant force in the league, what it was like to face legends like Derek Jeter and Barry Bonds, playing in the Dominican Winter League and more. He also shares his thoughts on the current Boston Red Sox.Finally, the guys discuss news from around the league. They chat about Roki Sasaki's impressive minor league rehab start and what that could mean for the Dodgers, Boston's new pitcher Connelly Early, the Yankee's epic meltdown, Aaron Judge's historic night and more. Come for the baseball talk, stay for the conversation about Pharts. Join us at the Baseball Bar-B-Cast.(2:17) - Kyle Schwarber hits his way into the Phillies record books(22:56) - Pedro Martinez interview(56:43) - Roki Sasaki's dominant rehab start & the affect it will have on the Dodgers(1:05:57) - Connelly Early's Boston debut, Yankees meltdown & more Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:

As the 2025 MLB regular season begins to wind down, the division and Wild Card races are tightening up and each game is increasing in importance. The NL West is the closest of all the division races, with the Los Angeles Dodgers holding a one-game lead over the San Diego Padres after the Dodgers dropped two of three over the weekend. One of those losses included blowing a no-hitter, where the Dodgers gave up four runs in the bottom of the 9th with two outs to lose the game. Are the Dodgers showing any signs that they'll be able to pull it together to make a deep postseason run? Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman discuss what the Dodgers need to do to make a championship push.The New York Yankees are another team in a close divisional—and Wild Card—race. They won two of three over the weekend, but what caught everyone's attention was their superstar's inability to throw a baseball. Do the Yankees need to keep Aaron Judge in the outfield to keep their postseason hopes alive? The guys discuss what options the Yankees have and how far they realistically see them going in the playoffs.Later, they break down both the AL and NL Wild Card races. The Cubs, Padres, Mets, Yankees, Red Sox and Mariners are currently the six teams sitting in the drivers' seats. Are these the teams we should expect to see in the Wild Card games or are there any lurking contenders that could make a surprise run at the end of the season? Anything can happen with just three weeks remaining in the regular season.Plus, Jake and Jordan recap each series from the weekend, giving you a full rundown of what you may have missed across the league. It's sure to be an exciting finish—and the guys will be here every step of the way to break it all down.Start your week off right at the Baseball Bar-B-Cast.(2:31) - Dodgers meltdown, NL West & AL East races(40:39) - Wild Card race check-in(52:07) - Brewers sweep Pirates(58:01) - Turbo Mode  Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:

Many teams hope that their season ends with raising the Commissioner's Trophy and being crowned World Series champions, but only one will be successful. It's time to take a look at which teams, as it stands right now, have the best chance to be the last team standing when all the dust settles.Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman take turns drafting the teams currently in postseason position and explain why clubs like the Milwaukee Brewers, Philadelphia Phillies and Detroit Tigers might have a distinct advantage over the rest of the field. They also give their takes on one player no one should forget come October for the New York Yankees and whether the Los Angeles Dodgers' rotation can be a difference-maker.Also on this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, Jake and Jordan talk about the controversial cross-up that occurred in Houston with Framber Valdez — and why it was a bad look, intentional or not. Then, Jordan recaps his time in Pittsburgh watching the Dodgers get swept by the Pirates and being wowed once again by Paul Skenes, before the guys make their picks for The Good, The Bad & The Uggla.2:45 – The Opener: World Series team draft35:03 – We Need To Talk About: Framber Valdez cross-up45:28 – Field Report: Pirates vs. Dodgers55:59 – The Good1:01:03 – The Bad1:05:40 – The Uggla1:11:16 – Weekend Recap Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:

As the calendar turns to September, the entire baseball world's sights are set on the 2025 Postseason and who will ultimately be crowned champion. While the playoff field is becoming more clear, there are still some notable questions that will need to be answered down the stretch.Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman ask one big question for every postseason team currently in the mix including whether the New York Yankees are capable of beating good teams, how the Milwaukee Brewers will deploy Jacob Misiorowski, if the Los Angeles Dodgers' pitching staff can stay healthy and whether the Chicago Cubs' offense can get its groove back.Also on this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, Jake and Jordan take a look at the Texas Rangers surging toward a postseason spot, now just 1.5 games out of a Wild Card berth. They also highlight some notable September call-ups from the Cincinnati Reds, Seattle Mariners & Kansas City Royals and discuss the Atlanta Braves making an interesting acquisition.1:56 – The Opener: Rangers make playoff push11:42 – Around the League: One question for AL postseason teams34:39 – One question for NL postseason teams1:06:15 – Jordan's Prospect Hut: Notable September call-ups1:12:17 – The Braves make a move Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:

After getting swept by the New York Mets this week, the Philadelphia Phillies were looking for a way to jumpstart their final push toward an NL East title at home—and were given an incredible boost on Thursday night. Kyle Schwarber swatted four home runs, a feat that has only been accomplished 21 times in MLB history, helping propel the Phillies to a victory against the Atlanta Braves.Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman discuss the feat—which, oddly enough, has already happened twice this season—and how Schwarber's stellar season could impact his upcoming free agency. They also debate how many home runs Schwarber would need this year to give Shohei Ohtani a run for his money in the National League MVP race.Also on this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, Jake and Jordan talk about the upcoming MLB debut of Boston Red Sox pitcher Payton Tolle, Nolan McLean's impressive first three starts for the New York Mets and why the Milwaukee Brewers could be facing some tough times after losing Trevor Megill. The guys close the episode by making their picks for The Good, The Bad & The Uggla.1:18 – The Opener: Kyle Schwarber's 4-HR Game14:01 – NL MVP Race Heating Up?24:19 – Around the League: Payton Tolle Debut34:40 – Mets Bring Up Big Arms41:55 – Brewers Take a Blow45:38 – The Good, The Bad & The Uggla Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:

The 2025 MLB season has not even reached the postseason yet, but we already have the schedule for what the 2026 season is going to look like. That schedule was released on Tuesday with some very notable takeaways. The season will get started in primetime with an Opening Night on Wednesday, March 25th as the New York Yankees fly across the country to visit the San Francisco Giants. The other 28 teams will start their seasons the next day for the earliest traditional Opening Day in MLB history, on March 26th. The New York Mets and Yankees will play each other in a series starting on September 11th for the 25th anniversary of 9/11. Every team will be in action on the 4th of July to celebrate the United States' 250th birthday. The All-Star game will be in Philadelphia on July 14th. These are just a few of the many notable dates on the 2026 MLB schedule. Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman discuss their thoughts on the schedule, what stands out to them and how they feel about a balanced schedule. Plus, the World Cup arrives next summer. How will these games affect MLB games?Then, the guys talk to a legend as Cal Ripken Jr. joins the show! He talks with Jake and Jordan about his Hall of Fame career. He chats about breaking the record for most consecutive games played, what he thinks about current players not playing all 162 games, his transition after baseball and more!Next, the guys chat through some notable news. The new Women's Professional Baseball League held tryouts recently, finishing up with their final day of tryouts at Nationals Park on August 25th. Over 600 women from 10 countries showed up to try out! Jake and Jordan talk about the impact this is having on the sport and where they hope to see this grow. Plus, the Mets call up a top pitching prospect to start Friday, Junior Caminero continues to impress at just 22-years-old and Garrett Crochet continues to make a case for the AL Cy Young. Finally, the biggest news of the day, on Tuesday, didn't come from the baseball world, but it did come from the sports world as Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift announced they are engaged. Jake and Jordan discuss who are the biggest celebrity couples involving an athlete. Are Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift bigger than Joe DiMaggio and Marilyn Monroe? Where might David and Victoria Beckham land in this debate?All of this and more on today's Baseball Bar-B-Cast.  (1:54) - MLB 2026 schedule release(29:39) - Cal Ripken Jr. interview(56:50) - Women's Professional Baseball League(1:03:54) - Mets call-up, Caminero impresses & Crochet pushes for AL Cy Young(1:13:31) - Ranking Travis Kelce & Taylor Swift's celebrity couple stardom Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:

The 2024 season saw the New York Yankees go to the World Series and the Boston Red Sox fail to make the playoffs. One year later, the Red Sox have beaten the Yankees in eight of their ten matchups and lead the AL Wild Card race by a half game over the Yankees. Three of the Boston wins came this weekend as Boston took three of four from the Yankees in New York. The Yankees continue to have issues figuring out their lineup with an injured, but playing, Aaron Judge. Anthony Volpe also continues to struggle massively. Will the Yankees be able to survive this for a deep postseason run? How is the rest of the season going to shake out for the Red Sox? Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman discuss both teams' seasons thus far and how they see them playing out the rest of the way.At the same time that all of this was happening, the Padres were hosting the Dodgers for another huge NL West series. Unlike their previous matchup, the Padres came out on the winning end and are now tied for the lead in the NL West. Los Angeles has the tiebreaker for the division, but with 31 games remaining, and the easiest schedule in baseball, the Padres have a real shot at the NL West crown. Jake and Jordan discuss what they saw out of each team and what they think the postseason may end up looking like. Those two series may have stolen the headlines, but there were also three sweeps this weekend as the Cubs, Rangers and Pirates all brought out their brooms. For the Pirates, that also included another impressive display from Paul Skenes as he threw seven scoreless innings and officially eliminated the Rockies from playoff contention. Through his first 50 starts, he now has an astonishing 2.02 career ERA. The guys marvel over Skenes and look at each of these sweeps.Plus, they go through every other series from the weekend and talk about what stood out to them. That includes Cal Raleigh reaching 49 home runs and setting an MLB record for home runs by a catcher. Might he break Judge's AL home run record? That feat may be in reach for the Mariners catcher. Jake and Jordan discuss this and everything else you may have missed from every series over the weekend. Start off your week with us here at Baseball Bar-B-Cast.  (1:06) - Red Sox take series over Yankees(20:43) - Padres take series over Dodgers(30:47) - Cubs, Rangers & Pirates sweep(45:48) - Mariners, Phillies & Mets series(59:07) - Turbo Mode(1:11:52) - What to watch this week   Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:

The Baltimore Orioles have extended Samuel Basallo a week into his major league career. The 21-year-old reportedly agreed to an eight-year, $67 million extension that can max out at $88.5 million with incentives. The Orioles seem to like what they see in the young catcher, but that leads to questioning what will become of Adley Rutschman. Nothing will happen to him right now as the former top prospect has gone to the IL with an oblique injury. What does his future with the Orioles look like and when does Basallo become the guy? Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman discuss this surprising turn of events.Basallo hasn't been the only young player making moves as multiple teams have recently called up star prospects. The Pirates, Rays, Red Sox, Reds and Guardians have all made moves that caught Jordan's attention. He fills you in on all of the prospects who have been brought up and shares his insight on each of them.Later in the show, the ever-evolving world of media rights is the hot topic. It appears that Major League Baseball's media rights situation is starting to wrap-up with ESPN, Netflix and NBC all being involved. Apple is also, potentially, joining the group. What does this mean for the fans' ability to watch games going forward? Jake and Jordan give their thoughts on the whole situation. Plus, Jake gives a special Little League World Series report. With the championship games to be played this weekend, the guys reflect on the tournament and Jake reviews who the players' favorite MLB players are. They discuss what kind of insight this gives to the state of the game and the players who were selected.Lastly, everyone's favorite time of the week. The Good, The Bad & The Uggla. A former MLB player announces his new baseball academy, a current MLB player notches his first steal in the majors and a potential future MLB player's father takes to X about his son's fender bender incident. Plus, an ugly Red Sox vs. Yankees matchup.Close out your week at the Baseball Bar-B-Cast.  (1:48) - Samuel Basallo gets an extension(22:23) - Top prospects who have recently been called-up(35:08) - MLB's TV rights decision(44:26) - Jake's report on the Washington Nationals(49:36) - LLWS favorite players(58:25) - The Good, The Bad & The Uggla   Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:

Kyle Tucker was in Atlanta, Georgia, on July 15, playing in an unforgettable MLB All-Star Game. Just over a month later, Tucker finds himself headed to the bench amidst a cacophony of boos. The All-Star has not been putting up All-Star type numbers. He has been hitting a dismal .160 average in August and has not hit a home run since July 19. Tucker hopes to hit a reset and figure a way out of the slump from the dugout as the Cubs, who currently lead the NL Wild Card race, look to make a push for the postseason. Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman discuss the lead-up to this benching and how Tucker and the Cubs can figure out a way forward. “I've never seen anything like this from a Brewers team” is a strong statement, especially coming from Milwaukee Brewers and Turner Sports broadcaster, Brian Anderson. Anderson joins the show and chats with Jake and Jordan about the magical season the Brewers are having thus far. What is it about this team that makes them different from everyone else? Anderson talks about what he is seeing out of Brewers' manager Pat Murphy and how he has seen him change over time. The three also discuss Brewers' associate manager Ricky Weeks and how vital he is to the team's success. Finally, they discuss Christian Yelich and the leadership role he now plays in the clubhouse.Later on in the show, the guys fill you in on what is happening Around The League. In Toronto, Shane Bieber is preparing to return on Friday from his 2024 UCL tear, and subsequent Tommy John surgery. Plus, Seattle Mariner Victor Robles has been suspended 10 games from his bat-throwing incident. Jake and Jordan fill you in on their thoughts of these situations plus everything else around the league.Get over that mid-week hump here on Baseball Bar-B-Cast.  (2:41) - Kyle Tucker gets benched(18:23) - Brian Anderson talks Milwaukee Brewers(56:01) - Kansas City Royals playoff push(1:00:38) - Francisco Lindor's misreported injury(1:04:49) - Shane Bieber returns & Victor Robles gets suspended   Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:

The San Diego Padres walked into Dodger Stadium, on Friday, with a one-game lead in the NL West over the Los Angeles Dodgers. They left, on Sunday, two games behind the Dodgers after being swept over the weekend. The Padres struggled at the plate in the series. Is this a sign of an improving pitching staff for the Dodgers? Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman discuss their takeaways from the series and preview what it may be a sign of for the rest of the season. These two teams will meet up again this weekend in San Diego.The Little League Classic was over the weekend. All of the little leaguers competing at the Little League World Series got to meet and watch some of their favorite major leaguers. Jordan, who was in attendance, shares some of the stories he witnessed from the weekend. The guys dive into the importance of these events and the memories they have from years past. In contrast to the little leaguers' unadulterated joy, drama across Major League Baseball came from the broadcast. Commissioner Rob Manfred spoke about realignment and expansion plans for MLB's future. Jake and Jordan discuss what they think an actual timeline for this is and how they see it playing out. Amongst all of this drama, there were so many other series played. Three other sweeps occurred this weekend by the Yankees, the Braves and the Royals. Giancarlo Stanton may be injured. How might this change the Yankees? The Guardians have a huge misstep against the Braves. How can they recover? The Royals are trying to work their way into the Wild Card conversation. Jake and Jordan dive into all of these topics and every other series from the weekend.Start off your week with us here at Baseball Bar-B-Cast. (2:47) - Dodgers sweep Padres(11:49) - Yankees sweep Cardinals(29:12) - Scenes from the Little League Classic(51:11) - Zack Wheeler goes to IL w/ blood clot(56:35) - Victor Robles throw bat at pitcher(1:00:26) - Turbo Mode Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:

The Los Angeles Dodgers sat on top of the NL West with a nine game cushion, on July 3rd, and looked ready to run away with the division. Not even a month and a half later they've fallen out of first place after going 12-21 in that timespan. In the same timespan, the San Diego Padres have gone 23-12 and taken sole possession of first place in the NL West. All of this leads up to back-to-back weekend series between the two teams. First up, it's the Dodgers turn to play host. Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman talk about the Dodgers' slide and everything that led up to it. They also discuss where the Padres are right now and how they see the rest of the season playing out for both teams.Later in the show, a star from the Dodgers joins Jake and Jordan as they chat with Mookie Betts! They chat about Mookie's career in podcasting, what it has been like being a part of the Dodgers, the struggles of both the team and himself this season and how impressive it is to watch Shohei Ohtani pitch and hit.The guys wrap up the show with some distraught, but funny, mentions that plagued the Minnesota Twins' socials coming on the heels of the announcement that the team was not being sold. To finish, Jake and Jordan share this week's edition of The Good, The Bad and The Uggla. The Milwaukee Brewers come through for free burgers, a Bob has returned to Major League Baseball, betting on children's baseball is discouraged and more!All of this and more to close out your week on Baseball Bar-B-Cast. (3:04) - Padres take the lead in the NL West over the Dodgers(31:45) - Mookie Betts interview(43:32) - Sorry for you mentions Minnesota Twins(50:43) - The Good, The Bad and The Uggla(1:12:24) - Weekend Preview   Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:

 A polar bear walks into a ball park and hits a home run. No this isn't the beginning of a joke, it's just another day at Citi Field as Pete Alonso, nicknamed Polar Bear, hit two home runs on Tuesday against the Braves. What was special this time, especially with the first home run he hit in the bottom of the third inning, was Alonso breaking the Mets all-time home run record of 252 set by Darryl Strawberry. Alonso will continue to extend that record, currently at 254, for as long as he remains a Met. Jake and Jordan talk about how long that may be and reflect on this impressive accomplishment. MLB's top 100 prospect lists have been updated and Jordan is here to break it all down. He shares which prospects this season have stood out to him the most, what guys are having breakout years, who may get called up to the big leagues before the end of the year and what teams have the most interesting group of prospects. He and Jake get you caught up on the future of Major League Baseball.How the west was won is the talk around baseball, but it's not the 1962 movie that everyone is talking about. The talk is about the western divisional races that look like they may come down to the wire. With 42 games left in the regular season, the Mariners and Astros are tied for first in the American League West and the Dodgers and Padres are tied for first in the National League West. The guys talk about how they think this final stretch will go and who will come out on top.Plus, Jake reveals breaking news as he finds out that the Minnesota Twins have announced they are not being sold, the guys discuss the Brewers' 11-game winning streak and the restaurant that is giving out free burgers if they make it to 12 games and Shohei Ohtani is in the midst of another controversy.All of this and more to get you over the mid-week hump on Baseball Bar-B-Cast. (2:05) - Pete Alonso HR record(26:14) - Jordan's Prospect Hut(50:58) - Western divisional races(1:01:16) - Twins Breaking News(1:08:45) - Ohtani Scandal  Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:

Heading into the weekend, the Milwaukee Brewers had revenge on their minds for the last time they played the New York Mets at home. The Mets staged a dramatic comeback in the 2024 postseason and knocked out the Brew Crew. However, things were a little different this time in Milwaukee, with the Brewers dishing out a sweep of the Amazin's.Jordan Shusterman is joined by guest host Lance Brozdowski of Marquee Sports Network to break down whether what the Brewers are doing is truly sustainable and to analyze the remarkable season from Brandon Woodruff thus far. They then recap all the other sweeps, including the Philadelphia Phillies beginning to pull away from the Mets and the Seattle Mariners starting to nip at the heels of the Houston Astros in the AL West.Also on this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, Jordan and Lance talk about the Chicago Cubs looking deflated in their series loss to the St. Louis Cardinals, the New York Yankees continuing to struggle as former champions were celebrated during Old Timers' Day in the Bronx and the Los Angeles Dodgers getting much-needed help with players coming off the injured list. They also recap all the other action from around the league this weekend.1:48 – How Sweep It Is: Brewers stay hot17:10 – Mariners getting close to AL West top spot28:51 – Around the League: What's wrong with the Cubs?38:05 – Yankees' struggles continue46:01 – Dodgers getting some help on the way1:00:10 – Turbo Mode weekend recap Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:

By the time Roman Anthony is 30 years old, he will have made well over $100 million on MLB contracts alone. This stems from the Boston Red Sox latest extension which the 21-year-old rookie signed for eight years and $130 million. That number could go even higher if he hits certain markers. The earliest Anthony would be able to hit free agency is 2034, when he is 30, so the Red Sox will have their rookie star for the foreseeable future. Jake and Jordan give their thoughts on the deal and what it means for the future of the Red Sox.Andrew Vaughn has stepped into the spotlight in his new home of Milwaukee. The former 3rd overall pick struggled during his time on the White Sox. It got so bad that at the time of his last game with Chicago he had a -1.4 WAR, good for the worst in MLB. Since being traded to the Brewers, not only has his WAR turned around, but he also has an NL leading 1.146 OPS. Jake and Jordan dive into what sparked this turn around, if Vaughn can keep it going and what his career looks like going forward. A major league debut is happening on the diamond this weekend, but this person won't be wearing a glove. Jen Pawol is debuting as MLB's first female umpire in a regular season game. She is scheduled to be behind the plate for the series finale of the Marlins vs. Braves on Sunday, August 10. The guys discuss this historic moment. It's that time of the week. The Good, The Bad & The Uggla! A legendary pitching matchup happens one last time, Boston fans are able to reuse an old sign and the Cubs trade acquisition gets hurt after two innings. Check out the best stories of the week in baseball.Close out your week the right way with us on Baseball Bar-B-Cast. (1:56) - Roman Anthony Extension(15:03) - Andrew Vaughn(29:54) - Nathan Eovaldi, Gavin Williams & Josh Naylor(41:55) - Jen Pawol making history(45:23) - Heart & Hustle pt. 2(53:36) - The Good, The Bad & The Uggla(1:07:34) - Weekend Preview  Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:

Jake's 2025 free agent rankings are in. Is Kyle Schwarber really ahead of Pete Alonso? Guest host, Bailey Freeman, aka Foolish Baseball, pinch hits for Jordan Shusterman and gives his thoughts on Jake's list. Where does he agree and disagree with the rankings mid-season?The Yankees lost again, and this time Aaron Judge was in the lineup. The guys give their thoughts on the situation in the Bronx and take a look, maybe regrettably so, at the Yankees mentions following their 2-0 loss to the Rangers on this week's "Sorry for Your Mentions."You provided the questions and now Jake and Bailey will provide the answers. They reach into the mailbag and answer some questions from the audience! Do MLB players get jury duty? What other non-baseball stadiums should host a game? How exactly should we be evaluating MLB managers? The guys discuss.The Heart and Hustle Award, possibly MLB's least talked about award, is given out by the Major League Baseball Players Alumni Association to the player who demonstrates a passion for the game of baseball and best embodies the values, spirit and traditions of the game. Each team has a winner, and then an overall winner is selected from each of the 30 individual team winners. Bailey tries to guess each team's choice. Jordan will do the same on Friday. Who knows ball more? We will find out. Join us on this mid-week edition of Baseball Bar-B-Cast. (2:49) - Free Agent Rankings(21:28) - Yankees "Sorry for Your Mentions"(32:21) - Mailbag(55:33) - Heart and Hustle Awards  Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:

The post-trade deadline MLB season got off to an inauspicious start for the New York Yankees as they flew down to Miami and got swept by the Marlins. That was the first time in franchise history that the Marlins swept the Yankees. Miami is now back to .500 while the Yankees have fallen to third in the AL East. Although New York still owns one of the coveted Wild Card spots, is Aaron Boone's seat starting to get a bit warmer? Jake and Jordan discuss this, what is going on with the Yankees and if they still look like they can be a postseason contender.Feeling the exact opposite of the Yankees right now is their bitter rival, the Boston Red Sox. Boston spent the weekend cleaning up Fenway as they swept the Houston Astros. The Red Sox now sit atop of the AL Wild Card race and just three games back in the AL East. The Milwaukee Brewers were the third and final sweep of the weekend as they took care of the Washington Nationals. How are both the Brewers and Red Sox looking as they inch closer to the postseason? Is Jacob Misiorowski going to the IL as big of a deal as it may seem? The guys dive into both of these series.There was a baseball game at a Nascar stadium this weekend. The Cincinnati Reds played the Atlanta Braves at Bristol Motor Speedway. The game finished up on Sunday after Saturday saw it get rained out in the first inning. Although the pomp and circumstance, complete with a Home Run Car, was dampened by the rain, the spectacle was still a sight to behold as the Braves took down the Reds. Jake and Jordan discuss this unique event and run through every other series from the weekend.Start your week off right at the Baseball Bar-B-Cast. (2:01) - Marlins sweep Yankees(22:11) - Boston & Milwaukee sweeps(35:24) - Speedway Classic(49:42) - Duran's debut in Philly(56:23) - Turbo Mode  Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:

On Thursday, every MLB team set out to finalize their rosters for a potential postseason push or to revitalize their organizations with pieces that might help in the future. As trades poured in before the 6 p.m. ET deadline, the Baseball Bar-B-Cast was there to react and respond to the flurry of moves.Jack Mintz and Jordan Shusterman shared their thoughts on every move made before the deadline, including the shocking Houston Astros–Minnesota Twins deal that saw Carlos Correa returning to the team where he first broke into the league. They also discussed A.J. Preller wheelin' and dealin' again for the San Diego Padres, most notably acquiring flame-throwing closer Mason Miller from the Sacramento A's.Also on this very special live show episode, the guys talk about the crosstown rivals — the New York Mets and New York Yankees — and their very active deadlines, the Seattle Mariners acquiring the big bat of Eugenio Suárez to power up their lineup and then give their takes on which teams won and lost the deadline. They close the show with their weekly picks for The Good, The Bad, and The Uggla.(3:26) – The Opener: Carlos Correa returns to Houston(14:25) – We Need To Talk About: A.J. Preller deals again(43:35) – Around the League: Mets/Yankees bullpens, Suárez to Seattle(1:07:16) – Nuclear Overreaction: Who won and lost the deadline?(1:17:12) – Turbo Mode: Recapping all the trades(1:32:38) – Sorry for Your Mentions(1:36:51) – The Good, The Bad & The Uggla Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:

Tensions were high in Philadelphia last week when Rob Manfred conducted his annual meeting with the Phillies. These meetings are something he does with each team every year. Although it is reported the words "salary cap" were not mentioned, the discussion of the "game's economics" caused Bryce Harper to confront Manfred and cuss him out. Jake and Jordan fill you in on all the information leading up to the incident and what the bigger picture is. What does this mean for the future of the CBA negotiations and how do the players and league proceed from here? Is a lockout looming? The guys break it all down.There have always been issues with gambling in sports, and the legalization of gambling may have made that slope even slipperier. The latest gambling issue is in Cleveland. Star closer for the Cleveland Guardians, Emmanuel Clase, has been placed on the restricted list during an ongoing sports betting investigation. Clase joins his Guardians teammate, Luis Ortiz, as part of the investigation. More information will come out about the situation, but Jake and Jordan fill you in on all of the info there is currently surrounding the situation, where it may go from here and what this means for both Clase and the Guardians.Hall of Famer Ryne Sandberg died on Monday at the age of 65. He had been diagnosed with cancer in 2024. The former second baseman for the Cubs was a 10-time All-Star, 9-time Gold Glove winner and the 1984 NL MVP. Jake and Jordan react to the tragic news and remember the Chicago icon. Plus, the MLB Trade Deadline is only a day away. The guys run through some trades that have already happened as we gear up for our live Trade Deadline Show. Be sure to join us tomorrow at 5:30 pm ET on YouTube, X, Facebook or TikTok as the guys react to the final minutes of the deadline and Jake and Jordan give all of their takeaways.Back-to-back days of Baseball Bar-B-Cast! What could be better?Come join us on this Wednesday, and we will see you again tomorrow, LIVE, on Baseball Bar-B-Cast. (1:58) - Emmanuel Clase gambling investigation( 19:41) - Bryce Harper vs. Rob Manfred(35:32) - Remembering Ryne Sandberg(40:42) - Trade Deadline Preview(45:59) Ronald Acuña Jr. hurt again Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:

The Yankees' tumultuous season got a bit more challenging this weekend as they lost their star to injury. The best player in baseball, Aaron Judge, is out for the foreseeable future with a flexor strain in his right elbow. He did not tear his UCL, but the fear of preventing that may cause the Yankees to proceed with caution when figuring out a timetable for his return. Coming off of a series loss to the Phillies, how will the Yankees adjust going forward, and will we see Judge again this year? Jake and Jordan discuss all of the possibilities and share their thoughts about what they think should happen.Slightly over a year ago, Nick Kurtz was getting drafted out of Wake Forest. Now, Kurtz is not only playing in the majors, but he just made MLB history. Kurtz became the first rookie ever to hit four home runs in a major league game. "The Big Amish," Kurtz's nickname despite the fact that he is not Amish, went 6-for-6 with 4 HR, 8 RBI and 19 total bases vs. the Houston Astros on Friday night. Although Jacob Wilson has taken most of the headlines for the A's, they have another star in Kurtz. The guys discuss his historic game, his impressive last couple of months and what the future looks like for the young slugger.While a rookie was etching his name into the record books this weekend, some MLB legends were being immortalized into baseball history. Ichiro Suzuki, CC Sabathia, Billy Wagner, Dave Parker and Dick Allen were inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame on Sunday in Cooperstown. Jake and Jordan discuss the emotional ceremony.All of this news and we haven't even talked about all of the series from the weekend. Jake and Jordan cover every single series including sweeps by the Mets, Reds and Rangers. They get you caught up on everything that happened on the field and where they think some potential trades might be stirring off of the field. The live Trade Deadline Reaction show is Thursday at 5:30pm ET. Don't miss the guys discussing all of the madness of the trade deadline and real-time reactions to any trades that happen in the final minutes. Begin your MLB Trade Deadline week at the Baseball Bar-B-Cast.(1:43) - Judge out indefinitely(25:01) Nick Kurtz makes history(35:56) - Mets, Reds & Rangers sweep(50:17) - Blue Jays, Red Sox & Royals take respective series(59:30) - Hall of Fame recap(1:04:00) - Turbo Mode Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:

We're officially less than one week away from the July 31st Major League Baseball trade deadline and some teams are already making moves. On Thursday night, the Seattle Mariners acquired Josh Naylor from the Arizona Diamondbacks, a strong move that might have multiple implications for both teams as they head into the ever so important deadline season.On this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman discuss why this trade from the D-backs might signal they're ready to start selling off some highly desirable players before the deadline and why it's no surprise that Mariners GM Jerry Dipoto is already taking action to boost Seattle's chances in the wild card race. Which player could be next to go from Arizona in the next few days?The guys are then joined by Josh Luber, co-founder of StockX and founder of Ghostwrite, to talk about his experience in the sports collectibles world. Josh shares the story of how he acquired one of the rarest Shohei Ohtani autographed rookie cards and details his latest collaboration with MLB and the Ghostwrite brand, set to launch in August.Later, Jake and Jordan make their picks for The Good, The Bad, and The Uggla including why now might be the perfect time for the New York Yankees to trade Spencer Jones to help their current roster problems, how Rich Hill is defying all odds at his age by pitching for the Kansas City Royals this year and much more. (1:37) – The Opener: Mariners-D-backs make a trade(12:22) – D-backs are ready for trades(19:50) – Josh Luber joins the show(30:43) – Josh talks MLB x Ghostwrite collaboration(40:30) – The Good: Spencer Jones on the move?(49:18) – The Bad: Tigers have lost their bite(55:35) – The Uggla: Switch-thrower MLB debut Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:

There is slightly over a week until the MLB trade deadline. Rumors are running rampant as it nears the time for teams to decide if they are going to bolster their roster for a run towards the postseason or if they are going to cut their losses and prepare for the future. Some will be buyers and some will be sellers. That is exactly what Jake and Jordan discuss. They break down each team and project what moves those teams might make. Eugenio Suárez is the biggest name being rumored to be swapping jerseys by next week. Will he be the latest Bronx Bomber or will another team come in and take the star? The Dodgers have had a far less spectacular season, thus far, than many expected, and their pitching depth needs help. Who might they go get to help them on their quest to repeat as World Series champions? The two best teams in baseball are notorious for not doing much at the trade deadline. What kind of moves, if any, will the Milwaukee Brewers and the Detroit Tigers make? 30 teams, more than 30 possibilities and one podcast to cover it all.Plus, Robert Murray, MLB Insider for FanSided, joins the show. He gives his thoughts on what to watch for as we approach the trade deadline. He also tells the story of the career-altering moment he broke the Rafael Devers trade news.Don't forget about our special MLB Trade Deadline Live Show. In just over a week, on July 31, you can join Jake and Jordan live as they cover the final moments of the trade deadline and react to all of the drama that unfolded.Enjoy a mid-week break at the Baseball Bar-B-Cast. (5:26) - AL Buyers(24:11) - Red Sox & AL Messy Middle(34:10) - AL Sellers(39:34) - Robert Murray joins the show(57:13) - NL Buyers(1:09:02) - NL Messy Middle(1:15:57) - NL Sellers Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:

The first series back after the All-Star break did not go as planned for the Los Angeles Dodgers. On the flip-side, it went as well as it could go for the Milwaukee Brewers. The Brewers swept the Dodgers, in LA, over the weekend as they extended their win streak to ten and climbed up the standings to tie the Cubs for the lead in the NL Central. The Dodgers remain 3.5 games up in the NL West, but everything is not going according to the script in Los Angeles. Mookie Betts' struggles continued, and he's now been moved into the leadoff spot, and Freddie Freeman left the game Sunday after getting hit on the wrist. Freeman's future availability is currently in question. Jake and Jordan discuss both the impressive success of the Brewers and the Dodgers struggles.That was not the only sweep of the weekend as the Blue Jays and Diamondbacks swept their series, and the Chicago White Sox notched their first sweep of the year by taking down the Pittsburgh Pirates. The guys dive into each of these series as well as the Cubs vs. Red Sox, Yankees vs. Braves and Reds vs. Mets. They wrap up by going Turbo Mode to chat about every other series over the weekend. Plus, the Mets retired David Wright's jersey number on Saturday and Jake and Jordan reflect on the former Met's impressive career. Start your week off getting caught up on all the action in baseball here on Baseball Bar-B-Cast. (1:28) - Brewers sweep Dodgers(22:34) - Blue Jays, Diamondbacks & White Sox sweep(31:29) - Cubs over Red Sox(36:08) - Yankees in Atlanta(46:06) - Reds ruin Wright weekend(53:16) - Turbo Mode  Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:

The All-Star break is now complete and the back stretch of MLB's season begins today. With so many storylines to follow, Jake and Jordan discuss the most compelling races for the remainder of the baseball season. After a very rocky start, could the Boston Red Sox still capture the AL East? Which teams are best positioned to make the postseason in the AL and NL Wild Card races? Plus, as we move closer to the end of the season, who are the favorites for postseason awards? Are Aaron Judge and Shohei Ohtani destined to repeat, or might Cal Raleigh dump on Judge's chances?The All-Star break also brought some important insight from Commissioner Manfred, who met with the media before the All-Star Game on Tuesday. One of the key topics addressed was the Olympics. It appears there's still a lot to be figured out regarding whether players will be able to compete in the LA Summer Games. Although it's three years away, it's clear that time is of the essence for a decision. A couple of teams around the league are on the brink of being sold and the Commissioner had thoughts on each. Jake and Jordan dive into what he said about these topics and more as they explore what the future of baseball may look like.Later, everyone's favorite segment of the week is here: a new meaning to “The Big Dumper,” Zack Jack Mack from San Jac and a few tweets highlight this week's The Good, The Bad and The Uggla.Get ready for the home stretch of the baseball season the best way you know how — by joining us on the Baseball Bar-B-Cast.(1:44) - The Divisional and Wild Card races to keep an eye on(27:54) - Postseason awards favorites(35:08) - Rays for sale(39:20) - Twins for Sale(43:01) - Will MLB players be able to play in the Olympics?(47:16) - Final All-Star Game thoughts(52:06) - The Good, The Bad & The Uggla Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:

2025's edition of the Mid-Summer Classic turned out to be a first of its kind on Tuesday night. At the center of it was a player who is no stranger to the dramatic. The NL jumped out to a 6-0 lead heading into the seventh inning, but the AL came storming back. The game remained tied at the end of nine innings. The result turned out to be the first ever home run swing-off. Each team had three batters with three swings each. Whoever hit the most home runs was to be declared the winner. Down two home runs, the Phillies Kyle Schwarber hit a hat-trick of home runs to give the NL the win. Schwarber was named the MVP. Jake and Jordan talk about the electric finish to the night.The game's end was not the only highlight of the night. MLB showed out in style in the ATL, including a red carpet entrance earlier in the day. Three home runs, before the swing-off, Kershaw mic'd up while pitching, the ABS challenge system being used, and Misiorowski entering in the eighth are just a few of the many standout moments from the game. Jake and Jordan discuss everything that happened at Truist Park.Tuesday night was not the only night of drama this week. Monday night's Home Run Derby lived up to its billing, but the winner was not who everyone expected. The man who leads MLB in home runs, but was not the favorite in the Derby, came away with the win. Cal Raleigh put on a show after barely making it out of the first round. It was a family affair with Raleigh's brother catching and his dad pitching. Jake and Jordan both did not pick 'The Big Dumper' to win, but they discuss his impressive Home Run Derby performance.From Truist Park, get the immediate All-Star Game reaction from the guys on this episode of Baseball Bar-B-Cast. (1:44) - The Opener: NL wins All-Star Game on swing-off(16:17) - All-Star Game recap(23:16) - What were other memorable moments from the game?(28:43) - 2025 Home Run Derby recap(42:31) - Cal Raleigh's impressive derby performance Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:

The All-Star festivities are already underway in Atlanta, and there has been no lack of drama leading up to Tuesday night's main event. With rosters in flux as players drop out of the game, the latest conversation is around who has been selected to be on the mound. The Brewers' Jacob Misiorowski was named to the NL All-Star team as an injury replacement. Misiorowski has only pitched 25.2 innings in the majors; the fewest innings a pitcher has ever pitched and been named to an All-Star team. That being said, having an ERA of 2.81 and allowing only 12 hits, 8 runs and striking out 33 in those 25.2 innings is pretty impressive. Is five starts enough to justify an All-Star appearance? MLB seems to think so, as they look for who will draw the most eyes Tuesday night, but the players seem to have taken exception to this selection. Jake and Jordan discuss everything surrounding the drama and give their takes.Some more news about who will be on the mound was announced over the weekend as we found out the All-Star pitching starters. Pittsburgh Pirate Paul Skenes and Detroit Tiger Tarik Skubal are set to face-off in Atlanta on Tuesday. This matchup has provided a lot less controversy and a lot more excitement than the Misiorowski drama. Jake and Jordan talk about what they expect to see from this matchup and how the selection process went down. We got to see MLB's future on and off of the field this weekend. Not only did the MLB Futures Game happen, which the guys chat about, but the first round of the 2025 MLB Draft took place on Sunday. The Washington Nationals selected Eli Willits, a 17-year-old shortstop, with the first overall pick. The drama did not stop there and our draft guru, Jordan, breaks down all the highlights and takeaways from the first day of the draft.Finally, non-All-Star related MLB games were played this weekend. The Red Sox mopped the Rays, the Mariners swept the Tigers and the Brewers swept the Nationals. The guys fill you in on all the highlights from a packed weekend in baseball.Plus, Paul Konerko received a signed White Sox jersey from the Pope.Coming to you from Atlanta; it's the Baseball Bar-B-Cast. (1:51) - Jacob Misiorowski Controversy(18:12) - Other ASG and HR Derby news(24:40) - MLB Draft Day 1 recap(52:16) - Weekend Recap Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:

The 4th of July has passed, but there will be some fireworks in Atlanta in just a few days as one of the most electrifying events in baseball takes center stage. The Home Run Derby. A stacked field will arrive at Truist Park ready to put on a show. The eight contestants consist of Cal Raleigh, James Wood, Junior Caminero, Byron Buxton, Brent Rooker, Jazz Chisholm Jr., Oneil Cruz and Ronald Acuña Jr. Jake and Jordan have been bursting with excitement for this year's Derby, and now they break down the field and ultimately pick a winner. While those home run hitters are preparing to show off their power, the next great home run hitters might be waiting to hear their names called as the MLB Draft is just a couple of days away. The Washington Nationals have the number one pick, and coming off of a recent franchise overhaul, with the firing of their long-time GM and manager, they hope to take someone who will help carry them into the future. Jake and Jordan discuss this and chat about names to look out for in the 2025 MLB Draft. MLB has announced its top-20 highest selling jerseys, and to no one's surprise, Shohei Ohtani is at the top of that list. What is surprising is where some other players landed, including those who didn't make or fell off of the list.Last, but surely not least, everyone's favorite segment of the week is here. The Good, The Bad & The Uggla. Steve Cohen has taken to twitter again, Justin Verlander has a very unfortunate stat on the year and an epic playlist are some of the highlights from this week's segment.Close out your week with us as we are in Atlanta for the next few episodes of Baseball Bar-B-Cast.(2:44) - Home Run Derby Preview & Predictions(33:12) - MLB Draft Preview(50:42) - MLB highest selling jersey list(53:38) - The Good, The Bad & The Uggla  Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:

The Los Angeles Dodgers went into Tuesday night  riding a four-game losing streak, hoping that Clayton Kershaw could get them back into the win column to calm fans' nerves. However, it was the Milwaukee Brewers' young buck Jacob Misiorowski who outdueled the future Hall of Famer, handed LA another loss and started to raise some concerns among the Dodger Blue faithful. Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman discuss why they're not overly concerned about the Dodgers' recent play and what big problem does worry them if it's not fixed by the postseason. They then dive into the extremely impressive 10-game winning streak by the Toronto Blue Jays, leaving them one win shy of tying their franchise record that now sees them alone at the top of the AL East. Later in this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, Jake and Jordan are joined by Philadelphia Phillies second baseman Bryson Stott to talk about his time in Philly, taking pride in being a batter who sees a lot of pitches and why it might take a little while for Las Vegas to catch onto baseball. The guys then close the show by discussing the home run race between Aaron Judge and Cal Raleigh, before sharing some insights on the 2025 Futures Game and Home Run Derby.(1:40) - The Opener: The Miz outduels Kershaw(13:17) - Dodgers' struggles(22:52) - Blue Jays on a 10-game win streak(30:04) - Bryson Stott joins the show!(42:56) - Around the League: Fallout in D.C.(48:00) - 2025 home run race (52:11) - All-Star Week updates Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app: