Benches Cleared

Giants trade for all star Rafael Dvers! he is in his age 28 season and is signed through his age 36 season. Giants send Jordan Hicks, Kye Harrison, last years first round draft pick Tibbs and minor leaguer Jose Bello. Dodgers win series against the giants and get the best news in awhile. SHOHEI IS READY TO PITCH! he will make his 2025 pitching debut tomorrow against the Padres 2 games above the Giants in the NL West

1st place Dodgers are set to take on the 2nd place Giants this weekend, with the 2 teams separated by only 1 game. Should position players pitch? or should games just end? How un serious is Coors field. who should our teams trade for??? stud, duds, this and so much more on this weeks episode!!!!

Giants and dodgers struggling in opposite ways but are playing almost .500 ball over the last couple weeks. what should both teams look for for at the deadline coming in a couple months. studs and duds and so much more on this weeks episode!!

Dodgers have a good week against the Marlins and struggling Braves. Giants get their ass kicked. by the Padres but dominate against the Rockies and take the series from the Cubs in Chicago. Its going to be a long season fighting the Padres for the Top NL West spot and into the Wild Card race! stud and dud, 100 Tommy Phams vs a gorilla and so much more on this weeks episode!!For all socials and podcast platforms:https://linktr.ee/BenchesCleared?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=e71e7652-6099-4a13-91f2-741562e9926612

Giants stay hot and have 1st place but for how long? They lose the series to the angels but answer with a 4 games series win over the Brewers and series win over the Rangers at home to finish a 17 game streak without a day off. now they start a 2 game set against the Padres in San Diego. If Dodgers win today they will be tied for first places with the Giants, Dodgers struggled against the Cubs getting swept in Chicago but taking the series against the Pirates at home as they start a 3 game series against the Marlins at home. studs and duds and so much more on this weeks episode!!

Giants win the series in NY for the first time ever, and split the seres in philly. Tyler fitgerald stock goes up. Dodgers lose the series to the cubs but sweep the Rckies at home to make a good week. Yamamoto continues to pitch like ace and Bobby Miller gets rocked. this and so much more on this weeks episode!For all socials and podcast platforms:https://linktr.ee/BenchesCleared?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=e71e7652-6099-4a13-91f2-741562e9926612

we are 2 weeks into the season and the Giants are in 2nd and the Dodgers are in 3rd in the NL west. with half the Padres heading to the IL how long can that last?? The dodgers go to the white house but is that really news? stud and dud and so much more on this weeks episode!

the fist week of the baseball season is done and the dodgers almost go undefeated but who would expect anything different? the giants only lose one game but is it a fluke? or can they actually compete for a playoff spot this year? the bats are different, we got our first studs and dud of the week, this and so much more on this weeks episode!!!

We Got Ernie from Dodgers Tailgate to Celebrate opening day tomorrow! all the optimisim gets put to the test as we start a new season! Can the Dodgers repeat? Can the Giants get over .500? the Dodgers World series Doc come out and fan are mad at Kershaw on the 2024 World Series Mural? Giants leak their new city connect jersey and its getting terrible reviews out the gate. We give our Predictions for the 2025 season this and so much more on this weeks episodeFor all socials and podcast platforms:https://linktr.ee/BenchesCleared?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=e71e7652-6099-4a13-91f2-741562e9926612

Dodgers sweep the cubs in Tokyo, but should MLB start in another country at 3am?? Max Muncy gets robbed by former NFL quarterback and gets mad but is MLB pushing Shohei too much??? The Giants survive a Jung Hoo Lee scare, and get a theme song in the same week, is it lucky or a curse? The Giants sell 10% of the team to fund some real estate but makes it super clear its not to sign the next "Aaron Judge", Pantone steals from more fans, this and so much more on this weeks episode!!For all socials and podcast platforms:https://linktr.ee/BenchesCleared?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=e71e7652-6099-4a13-91f2-741562e99266

we talk ins and outs of the Tokyo series as the starters are announced, Giants Roster spots start to shape as we are getting closer to opening day. The rockies owner goes off on the Dodgers ruining baseball cause "something has got to happen". this and so much more on this weeks episode!For all socials and podcast platforms:https://linktr.ee/BenchesCleared?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=e71e7652-6099-4a13-91f2-741562e99266

Roki Sasaski and Shoehei Ohtani make their spring debut and shine, and The popular Dodgers manager get a record extension?? Blue Jays want to overpay everyone except for Vladdy, is he worth 600 Millon??? super prospect Bryce Eldridge and former super prospect Marco Luciano get optioned to minor league camp, is that a suprise?For all socials and podcast platforms:https://linktr.ee/BenchesCleared?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=e71e7652-6099-4a13-91f2-741562e99266

Freddie is suppose to be ready for opening day but what kind of Freddie are we going to get?Is Logan Webb an ace? hes in the running for cy young the past 3 years but what do you consider to be an ace? and the Padres like the yankees think they were the better team, is it time to move on? or do they have a point. this and so much more on this weeks episode!!For all socials and podcast platforms:https://linktr.ee/BenchesCleared?utm_...

We talk about the things to watch this spring training! who will make rotations, bullpens, everyday spots and bench spots! we also get into the automatic ball and strike system they are trying out this spring training. this and so much more on this weeks episode!!For all socials and podcast platforms:https://linktr.ee/BenchesCleared?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=e71e7652-6099-4a13-91f2-741562e99266

Aaron boone keeps getting questions on the Dodgers trash talk but is it getting desperate already? or is he just answering the question? spring training is here! we use MLB.com 3 topics to get nyou pumped up for this spring training!!

We celebrate Barry Bonds day a couple days late, Pete Alonso Resigns where do the Giants go from here? Manfred loves the Dodgers moves but does the rest of the owners?? we talk potential Salary Cap and or work stoppage incoming. we finish our NL West Draft putting together a line up!!

Jack Flaherty signs a 2 year deal with the Tigers! MLB Umpire Pat Hoberg when is known for his perfect game a couple years ago and known for being a great umpire was fired for sharing a bank account with a friend who betted on baseball. Was it fair? Should he have risked being so close to gambling in baseball? We get to talk to former Giants reliever Dominic Leone! We get into the magical 2021 season, what happened in 2022, what's its like to throw to wadi and Buster, his new venture helping young ball players with @E3SportsPerformance (link Below) and so much more on this weeks episode!!!  Link to Dominic's facility  https://www.e3sp.com/

dodgers make the best bullen in baseball offcial by signing kirby yates! the giants trade the lefty Rogers for a prospect and save about 6 million in payroll space, but will they spend it? or will they just pocket it and trust the kids? we start out NL west draft with som starters and a some relivers! For all socials and podcast platforms: https://linktr.ee/BenchesCleared?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=e71e7652-6099-4a13-91f2-741562e99266

Andrew Friedman addresses the Roki Sasaki “handshake deal” accusations, but does it answer any real questions? The Ippei Mizuhara tapes come out but does that really prove anything? We discuss how irrational people will never change their minds when it is decided. Are the Padres bad? No but we discuss how they will take a step back but how far will they step back?  Are the Giants a playoff team? Maybe, a lot has to go right and we discuss their path and how far fetched it can be, this and so much more on this weeks episode!  For all socials and podcast platforms: https://linktr.ee/BenchesCleared?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=e71e7652-6099-4a13-91f2-741562e99266

Dodgers wont stop making moves, went into the week with the bullpen with a.lot of question marks and now have one of the best bullpens in baseball. The baseball world isnt even getting over getting mad about Tanner Scott and then the Dodgers reportedly, sign Kirby Yates. what does this mean for the upcoming CBT? will MLB make rules to make cheap owners happy? we shall see. Giants also make a bullpen move and sign Joey Lucchesi o a minor league deal

The Dodgers get their man and get another Japanese superstar in Roki Sasaki! And the rest of baseball is pissed. If you're a Dodger fan who cares, and if you're anyone else it feels too easy, did the dodgers play by all the rules?? We take on some bad contracts to help our teams in very different ways.  What's the state of the NL West these next couple years? Are the Padres overrated? How set are the DBacks for that 2nd spot for the NL West? Are the Giants going to be able to compete for a Wild Card spot?? This and so much more on this weeks episode!! 

Called out sick last week, and both teams made some solid moves. Dodgers sign infield utility Hye-Seong Kim and trade Gavin Lux for some prospects. Does this mean the Dodgers are done or do they make a move for a reliever or another outfielder? Giants sign future hall of famer and certified AARP member Justin Verlander to a one year 15 million dollar deal. What can you expect out of him at age 42? Is the unicorn able to fight off Father Time another year? And it is reported the Giants want to add another bat before the season. Are they going to make a big splash in free agency or trade? Or will a mild upgrade do to compete for a playoff spot? Does the Padres family drama take them out of Roki Sasaki running? Who will win the sweepstakes? Or was it the Dodgers all along? This and so much more on this weeks episode!  For all socials and podcast platforms: https://linktr.ee/BenchesCleared?utm_source=linktree_profile_share

We are back from Christmas break! The Dodgers get their guy back and resign the World  Series hero Teoscar Hernandez! But who is gonna track down ball on the outfield?? Is Corbin Burnes too expensive for the Giants? If so do they pivot to Pete Alonso and sign a Jack Flaherty or Kyle Gibson and trust the young arms who have never thrown over 125 innnings. Are the Dodgers done? Will the Padres do anything??? This and so much more on this weeks episode!! 

After the winter meetings we look back at all the major moves and the ones around the corner! Fried and Devin Williams to the Yankees, Crochett to the Red Sox, Kyle Tucker to the Cubs! What are the cubs doing? What are the Astros doing? Are the Giants gonna pay Corbin Burnes? Are the Dodgers gonna sign Teoscar??? This and so much more on this weeks episode! 

Giants get their big SS Willy Adames for 7 years 182 million, posey beats out his own franchise record in Giants contract history. Making the Giants right side of the infield one of the best in baseball. But is it enough to compete in the NL West? Juan Soto shocks the baseball world signing with the Mets for 15 years and 765 million dollars! Where do the Yankees go from here? And what else does Steve Cohn do?? The Dodgers not to be outdone sign a solid bat to their line up in Micheal Conforto for a year 17 million and bring back the World Series hero Blake treinen for a 2 year deal, we cover Jon heyman's downturn and so much more on this weeks episode!

Giants offseason goal of a SS is coming to a head this winter meetings, do they trade for a Correa or a Bo Bichette? Or do they pay Willy Adames? And what starter to they add?? Dodgers extend Tommy edman and of course defer money, and are heating up Teoscar talks that should materialize in the couple days. As well as bringing back Farhan to a front office role. Big bobby M brings a new rule to discuss and it's worse than you think, this and so much more on this weeks episode! 

We said we were gonna take a thanksgiving break but the Dodgers break the baseball internet signing Blake Snell for a 5 year 182 million dollar deal using their favorite method of deferred payment. Becoming the most hated team in baseball and possibly ruining baseball? Giants make a solid move and add Max Stassi to their catching core and we have no idea if they will spend. 2 time World Series champ and the best shortstop in Giants history Brandon Crawford retires, this and so much more on this weeks episode 

Shohei Ohtani wins MVP unanimously! The Dodgers can't stop making fun of the Yankees for their shitty defense, and giving the Padres their props which might be more offensive. Bergman wants 350 million which.. who doesn't I guess. We go over our teams top 5 trade targets for the 2025 season and beyond, Dodgers need some relief and starting help. The Giants need a starter but more than that they need a SS and a power bat! We also go over the best baseball movies of all time, and call out field of dreams for being overrated. This and so much more on this weeks episode! 

We check back to our 10 2024 predictions and how bad we got them wrong and some were okay. Giants are cutting payroll. But it still leaves them to add a lot in 2024, especially if they do drop Yaz and Wade who are rumored to be traded this offseason. The 2024 Champion Dodgers are favored to sign Japanese superstar Roki Sasaki for league minimum if you can stand anymore good news. We go over our top 5 free agent targets for 2025. This and so much more on this weeks episode!

Dodgers beat the NY Yankees in 5 games! They finally did it, we break down the series and the road the Dodgers took to their 2nd title in 5 years. From Freddie's MVP to the Yankees defensive breakdowns all the way to the parade! The early first off season moves including the Giants finding a GM Mike Minasian. This and so much more on this weeks episode!

Dodgers beat the destiny Mets in 6 games. Offense showed up and the bullpen carried the pitching staff further than anyone thought they would need to. Now off to the what should be the most watched World Series of all time! Both teams are rested, and stacked. We cover this and so much more on this weeks episode!! 

Dodgers move on! The beat the Padres in game 5 in a nail biter or boring game 5 depending on who you ask. And we break down the NLCS with the Mets with John Saponaro of the Til Mets Do Us Part Podcast!

The series is all tied up 2-2 going to Dodger Stadium. We've had tight games and blowout on both sides. Fans throwing shit on the field, players throwing shit at managers. Who will win game 5 and the bragging rights for at least a year. This and so much more on this weeks episode!

We break down all facets of the NLDS between the Dodgers and the Padres. Will the Dodgers have enough pitching? Can the Padres offense hang with the Ohtani lead Dodgers? Whose bullpen is gonna lock down the other?? This and so much more on this weeks episode

Dodgers are set to pitch Yamamoto Flahrety, Buehler and maybe Knack? Is that enough to take down the Padres and Phillies? Giants move on from Farhan Zaidi and the lovable Buster Posey takes over as president of baseball ops. Are the Giants using his credibility? Are the gonna ruin his statue status? And how much will he be involved. This and so much more on this weeks episode!!

Dodgers cant beat the Padres even when they are set up, they have 2 more games to win one to lock down the NL West. The Eliminated Giants are unstoppable beating the orioles, Dbacks and sweep the Royals but is it enough to save Farhan's job? Tigers are in the postseason and who's the best team in the playoffs?? Studs, duds and so much more in this weeks episode!

Giants are a hot mess, the reporters can't decide who signed Chapman. The fans can't decide who deserves home run balls and the team can't score runs!!! The Dodgers go .500 this week and have the possibility of the NL West crown ending up in San Diego. Shoes Ohtani makes his own club 50/50 for the season making history but is it enough for NL MVP when he's only a DH? Who are the best Dodgers and Giants of all time?? Studs and duds, and so much more on this weeks episode!

With the Giants season over, what went wrong? What should they do the rest of the season? What should they do next year Dodgers prepare for the playoffs, should they be platooning? Are these games even significant?and who would they want to see this postseason? Players are getting mad at pitchers for HBPs, what should the league do? Studs and duds and so much more this episode!

Giants season is still over as they lose both series, try to garage sell Estrada, Taylor Rogers and Matzek and struggle to find their identity. Who's in the wrong for this Shohei Bobblehead craziness? We discuss who's season is more special, Shohei or Judge, studs and duds and so much more on this weeks episode!!

The Giants suck, even though they did have an over .500 week they still end their easy schedule only 1 game above .500 and still 4 out of the last WC spot. Is this season wasted? For the Giants yes, but are the Dodger fans complaining over nothing? If they don't win the WS is that a reason for a wasted season? Did Randy get upset over nothing? Studs and duds and so much more on this weeks episode!!

We discuss MLBs try at getting starters deeper into games, 6 inning minimums or double hook DH? Dodgers get Mookie back but the Dbacks and Padres are 2 games back from the NL West! Giants beat the tigers but get bitch slapped by the Braves. Camilo Doval and Luciano are in AAA, Grant McCray must be the savior? Studs and duds and so much more on this weeks episode!!!

We discuss this years rookie class, and who will have the best career. Freddie Freeman comes back after heart wrenching story with his son's illness. Dodgers win series against A's and take series from the Phillies but Padres and Backs keep pace as the NL west race gets close. Giants Win series against the Reds over take the Pirates and Reds on the Wild Card standings and have the opportunity to takes 3 out of 4 from the nats and still only gain 1 games over the braves over their last 10 as the Giants try to get a wild card spot. White sox suck, stud and duds, this and much more on this weeks episode!

We check in on all the trades made at the deadline this year. Dodgers are going through a rough patch as they get swept by the Astros and Padres, but reinforcement's are on they way from the deadline moves and from the IL. Giants sweep the Rockies and split 2 with the A's but will this offense be able to make it to the playoffs? Is Farhans job in question? Is Dave Roberts going to help or hurt in the playoffs? Studs and duds and so much more on this weeks episode!!

SFGiants dont have a clear path but do make moves and the Dodgers makes great moves but not the high end ones we are use to seeing

Wild card hopeful Padre's Dylan Cease throws a no no, and the DBacks make the first trade for AJ Puk. If that wasn't enough the Dodgers take 3 out of 4 that possibly kill the Giants season. Dodgers look forward to the trade deadline add a starter plus as one of the hottest teams in baseball sweeping the Red Sox earlier in the week. Jesse proposes a huge trade Dave just wants a starter, studs and duds and so much more on this week's episode!

The 2024 All Star week comes to an end. Teoscar Hernandez wins the Home Run Derby, Shohei Ohtani Hits a big HR and Will Smith gets a hit but…… Logan Webb has the worst box score of the game giving up the lead and Heliot Ramos goes 0-1. We Talk a little trade deadline and submit a wish list. Also get into the 2nd half of the season, Giants have a cake schedule and should be in a Wild card spot in the next week and a half or they are in trouble. Dodgers need to figure out who will be starting games for them and get their guys back in time for a playoff run. This and so much more on this weeks episode!!

The 2024 All Stars Announced, Heliot Ramos and Logan Webb for the Giants and the Dodger send Mookie, Shohei, Will Smith, Freddie, Glasgow and Teoscar Hernandez to the mid summer classic. We talk about the HR derby participants and why the main stars won't participate. Giants start their hard schedule and so far are passing the test as they get their full rotation back. The Dodgers 2 of the 3 series this past week as they look for their needs at the deadline. Studs and duds, this and so much more on this weeks episode!

Giants have a terrible Cardinals series but win the first 3 against Cubs, honor willie mays with an unsatisfying walk off. no Mookie? No problem, Shohei Ohtani carries the Dodgers offense and the starting pitching behind Gavin stone hold down the defense. Nats and Padres clear benches but no one swings, so someone got butthurt for nothing. We talk possible trade or sell ideas, is Shohei a show in for MVP? Hayden Birdsong tries to save the Giants season. Studs and duds, this and much more on this weeks episode!!

Snoop dogg commentates on baseball sparks an idea. Giants lose 2 series and lose the first game at Rickwood cause their starting pitching is non existent and the bullpen can't hang. Dodgers lose 2 of their biggest pieces but still dominate the Royals and Rockies. We morn the loss of Giant legend and baseball legend and civil rights legend Willie Mays, we discuss how insane his career was and his impact on the Giants from his playing days to the guys still on the team. Studs and duds and so much more on this weeks episode

Dodgers invade and win a huge series against the best team in the AL the New York Yankees, and go for the series win against the Rangers, and pick up a solid utility bat in Cavan Biggio. Giants beat Bruce Bochy's Rangers and win the series against the struggling Astros. Can the Giants back of the rotation pick it up stay above .500? Do the Dodgers find thier infield help before Muncy returns? Stud and dud and so much more on this weeks episode!!!

Giants get swept by the Yankees and lose the series to the Backs brining them 3 games under .500, does it get worst or better from here? Dodgers take the series from the Rockies but lose the first 2 games from the Pirates young guns as the offense can't get on a consistent roll. Dodgers nation get butthurt over a Beat LA giveaway and don't remember how rivalries work. Tommy Pham always tries to fight everyone and at what point does it get tired? Studs and duds, this and so much more on this weeks episode!