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The first installment of our 2020 Division previews. Jackson, Will and Jordan take a look at the NL Central and give our picks for who finishes where in baseball's most evenly matched division (not including the Pirates). Plus find out who we think will be the key additions, subtractions and breakout players for each team. You can find it all here on the Out of Play Podcast Twitter: @ItsOutOfPlay

Jackson, Jordan and Will continue breaking down the Astros scandal as more and more news about it comes forward. Plus get our takes on the new and proposed rule changes and whether or not they will help baseball in the long run. Lots to unpack in the latest episode of Out of Play

Jackson, Will and Jordan catch up on the latest in offseason news and surprisingly there's a lot of good stuff to report. Most notably, Dusty Baker is back in the bigs once again, the Reds seemingly unlimited payroll all of a sudden, frustrated superstars, and some of the young stars getting ready to make it to the big leagues. Hear us break it all down on Out of Play podcast

In the Season 5 (!) debut, Will, Jackson and Jordan break down the fallout of the Houston Astros cheating scandal. Was the punishment too much? Or not enough? Where does MLB go from here? Listen to hear our takes on this nightmare for pro baseball, right here on Out of Play

The guys get together for one last time this semester (and the decade) to talk about the 2019 MLB Winter meetings. And for once, there's plenty to talk about with the signings of Gerrit Cole, Anthony Rendon, Stephen Strasburg and more. give it a listen on the Out of Play Podcasts

With the news of the Astros sign stealing scandal abundant, it seemed right that we talk about it ad nauseam. Will, Jackson and Jordan are back to talk about the unprecedented scandal and the fallout that is sure to follow not just the Astros, but all of Major League Baseball

Will, Jackson and Jordan return from a two-week hiatus to recap another beauty of a World Series, and criticize managerial decisions (here's looking at you AJ Hinch). A magical season for the Nationals, and what was supposed to be one for the Astros went up in flames. It's all here on the Out of Play podcast

The Boys are Back in Town. That is to say Will, Jackson, and Jordan are all in the studio together once again. And just in time as the LCSs wrap up and the World Series is set. Plus, our take on the manager carousel that is now in full swing.

Jackson and Will hold it down while Jordan is away for the week, talking about the surprising finishes that have led to a *checks notes* Nationals - Cardinals NLCS? Also taking a peek at the forthcoming rematch between the Astros and Yankees in the ALCS. Also included, White Castle, the Joker, Jackson becomes a Yankees fan (?), and more on the Out of Play Podcast

The weather is getting colder, the leaves are turning, and the chase for a World Series championship is on. The guys talk shop on the Wild Card, opening round of the playoffs, our predictions on who moves on to the LCS, and really bad puns by Jordan. All that and more on the Out of Play podcast

Jordan and Will bring you an updated look at the playoff picture as the MLB regular season enters it's final weekend. Plus we discuss our frontrunners for MVP and ROY, and what teams disappointed us most this season. Hear it all on the Out of Play pod

Jackson, Jordan and Will return for another season of the Out of Play podcast. Since its been awhile, we talked about the big story lines of the summer. From the home run explosion, to last year's contenders falling out of the pennant race, while others returned to form, you can hear it all on the season debut of Out of Play

The Out of Play podcasters present their final episode of the school year, talking everything from updated standings to the White Sox's Tim Anderson's suspension. Tune in to catch it all as Will Jordan and Jackson say goodbye to sophomore year.

Jack and Michael are joined by IUSTV's Michael Dugan to discuss the recent developments in court case involving the FBI's probe into college basketball. They later give out report card grades on head coaching hires and play a game.

Jack and Michael are joined by Inside the Hall's Ben Ladner to talk all things NBA Draft. The guys open with Cassius Winston's return to Michigan State, and later discuss the NBA one and done rule, the future of the G-League, and debate whether individual players should stay in the draft or come back to school.

The guys talk about the latest round of extensions, Chris Davis, and how some of their own teams are off to awfully slow starts. Tune in this week for a good baseball time!

Jack and Michael discuss at length the national championship game between Virginia and Texas Tech. They have takes on UCLA hiring Mick Cronin and who should get the St. Johns job, as well as talk about some players who have decided whether to test NBA draft waters.

Jack and Michael talk everything Final Four, breaking down Virginia's win over Auburn and Texas Tech's victory against Michigan State. They also preview Monday's National Championship game and wrap up the pod by briefly discussing Bob Knight's return to IU.

Before getting into the Final Four, Jack and Michael open up the show discussing Vanderbilt hiring former NBA player Jerry Stackhouse as their new head coach as well as some other coaching carousel news. They also wonder if the four teams in the Final Four is good for college basketball, as well preview Michigan State/Texas Tech and Virginia/Auburn.

Opening weekend came and went, and we got our first look at new faces in new places. On this weeks episode of Out of Play, we take a look at how some of those changes hit teams in the AL East and West. Also, on Clubhouse Corner we go over what went wrong for our teams in their opening weekends.

Jack and Michael break down one of the best Elite 8 rounds in NCAA Tournament history. From the Purdue/Virginia thriller to Michigan State upending Duke to Auburn stunning Kentucky to Texas Tech shutting down Gonzaga, the guys discuss all four games from a wild weekend of basketball.

IT IS FINALLY HERE, OPENING DAY 2019. The guys discuss more of the big extensions leading into the year, and preview the AL Central! Jordan also has a really great rant about his beloved Indians, and you do not wanna miss it.

Jack and Michael preview all eight NCAA Tournament Sweet 16 matchups and pick their revised Final Four picks.

Jack and Michael are joined by the Hoosier Network's (and more notably, Anteater appreciator) Michael Ramirez to break down the first weekend of the NCAA Tournament. The guys discuss if the first two rounds were "boring" due to favorites winning and discuss the top games from the first two rounds.

The guys discuss the NL Central and each of their spring training experiences. They also discuss the MONSTER Mike Trout extension and more!

IT IS MARCH! Jack and Michael are joined by IUSTV's Michael Dugan as the three react to the bracket reveal. They break down each region and pick who will be cutting down the nets in the Twin Cities.

Jordan, Jackson, and Will go in-depth on Bryce Harper's decision to head to Philly, and preview the new power balance in the NL east before heading out for SB 2k19.

Jack and Michael are joined by Michael Ramirez from The Hoosier Network. They ponder whether Virginia should be taken seriously in the NCAA Tournament and preview the rematches between Duke/North Carolina and Michigan/Michigan State. They later have some fun with blind resumés and pick the winners for major conference tournaments.

Jack and Michael open the pod discussing Tennessee's revenge win over Kentucky. They later recap Michigan's big win at Maryland, Indiana stunning Michigan State again and play Buy or Sell.

Will, Jackson and Jordan return for the second episode of the semester, taking a closer look at the Manny Machado signing (finally) plus a preview of the new and improved NL West. Also, were introducing a new segment called Clubhouse Corner, where each one of us focuses in on the latest happenings for our teams

As the calendar turns to March, IUSTV's Bracketologist Murphy Wheeler joins Jack and Michael to discuss if the Pac 12 is a 1 bid league, bubble teams, one seeds, the NET, and the in's and out's of his projected bracket. Michael and Jack later discuss Villanova's win over Marquette, as well as preview rematches between Kentucky/Tennessee and Michigan/Maryland.

Jack and Michael are back from Iowa, and open the show talking Michigan State's statement victory over Michigan. Jack has a take about replay reviews, LSU stuns Tennessee, North Carolina is elite, and more!

The Double Foul has hit the road! Jack and Michael are joined by their roommates Nico Friedman and Declan McLaughlin as they are en route to Iowa City from IU. The guys talk about Zion Williamson, UNC/Duke, preview the weekends top games and have a trivia contest.

Jack and Michael open the podcast talking Iowa's crazy game winner against Rutgers and Kentucky's statement victory over Tennessee. They later talk Duke/Carolina round one and Rivalry Week, the mess that is the Big 12, and more!

Jack and Michael open the show discussing Louisville's collapse against Duke. They later argue about the non basket interference call in the Kentucky/LSU game, preview UK/Tennessee and are joined by Sean Mintert to discuss Kansas State's bid to win the Big 12.

Baseball is back baby!! And so are the guys to discuss the biggest moves leading into spring training. We've got trades, signings, and the saga of the slow free agent market.

Jack and Michael open the pod discussing the NCAA Tournament midseason top 16 reveal. They later recap a crazy Saturday in college hoops and preview the top games this week.

Jack and Michael preview a HUGE weekend in college hoops. They look ahead to the top games and the NCAA Tournament mid season bracket reveal.

Jack and Michael bring NFL fans up to date on major storylines this college basketball season. The guys recap a wild weekend including NC State scoring 24 points, Indiana shocking Michigan State and more! They also look ahead to some midweek games.

It's been a wild few days in college basketball, as Jack and Michael breakdown all of the top matchups including Duke/UVA, Michigan State/Maryland and Kansas/Iowa State. They also rank the best atmospheres in the sport and discuss whether they like the Big 12/SEC challenge.

It's the ACC special on The Double Foul, as Jack and Michael break down the wacky week it was in the Atlantic Coast Conference. They discuss Duke's loss to Syracuse, UVA thrashing Virginia Tech, and UNC's troubles. They also debate whether Michigan or Virginia should be ranked #1 if UVA beats Duke, preview the weekend's top games, and more!

After the holiday break Jack and Michael are back! They discuss their biggest takeaways from winter break, play Buy or Sell to talk about Kansas' shot at winning another Big 12 title, Michigan State's recent dominance, and more!

On this final episode of 2018, the guys take a look at the ever exciting free agent market and discuss all that is going. We've got Harper drama, the Reds are talking to everyone but not doing anything, and more coming your way!!

Michael and Jack open the show discussing The Admiral (Schofield) and his effort to help Tennessee bring down #1 Gonzaga. They openly argue who deserves to be ranked first in the AP top 25. Kevin Willard decides not to put a man on the in-bounder and Kentucky still hit a crazy buzzer beater. Jack is okay with Calipari not calling a timeout in overtime, and the guys preview this weekend's slate on The Double Foul.

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Jack and Michael are joined by ESPN Louisville's Andy Sweeney to discuss Saturday's matchup between Indiana and Louisville. The guys later talk about the Big Ten's early season conference games, Markus Howard's performance against Kansas State, and more!

After a successful Thanksgiving break, the guys return to catch up on all the trades, signings and retirements and other news that happened

Jack and Michael are joined by Michael Dugan, who hosts "The Big Ten Intern's Podcast" and IUSTV's "The Toss Up". The three discuss the Big Ten/ACC Challenge and what the challenge showed for each league. They debate how good Michigan is, if Nevada is elite and more!

Jack and Michael break down all the Feast Week action from last week, including Gonzaga's win over (formerly) unbeatable Duke, TEXAS IS BACK (in basketball) and more. They also look ahead to the ACC/Big Ten Challenge and discuss the release of the NET formula

The guys meet up one more time before thanksgiving to discuss the latest news and notes. Cy Young decisions, serious allegations, and Joe Mauer the GOAT are all on deck for the pod!

Jack and Michael open the show discussing the Big Ten's early season dominance, especially in the Gavitt Games, where Michigan and Indiana blew out Big East favorites Villanova and Marquette. They also have an early season conference power rankings, look ahead to Feast Week, and more!