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In this week's episode, the boys kick off the show apologizing for their shitty picks. Michael was 0-4. S-Man was 1-3. They breakdown the crazy fun time that was the first round of the postseason. After, they examine what the hell happened to the Mets. Their implosion was historic. Is Timmy Trumpet really to blame, or could it be Buck "Almost" Showalter himself? Newest President of Ops for the Tigers, Scott Harris, cleaned house in Detroit. Will the cleanse pay off? Here we are, the second round of the postseason. The boys make their newest predictions and pick one hero for each predicted winner for the ALDS and NLDS. Will S-Man double-down? Will Michael actually get something right? Find out! They round out the show with Collection Corner.

In this week's episode, the boys rave about Aaron Judge breaking Roger Maris' home run record. The 62nd home run ball was caught by someone who doesn't even need the money. This raises the question: what would Steve do if he caught this historic baseball? In other news, it's official, all teams have clinched their playoff spots. Even the Mets, who have pulled a Mets move and lost the NL East title to the Braves to end the regular season. Will this haunt them in the postseason? It's that time of year again! The boys make their postseason predications. It's going to be a wild time, so let's goooooo!

In this week's episode the boys have to bring up Aaron Judge's homer slump. He's still destroying the ball and providing for his team, but the elusive number 61 is still out of reach. When will he get it? Albert Pujols has joined the 700 club. The boys discuss how special that is and how special he is. The old man, Tony LaRussa, is out for the season, but it's likely he's done in Chicago for good, while Mr. Unlucky, Don Mattingly, has stepped down as manager of the Marlins. The boys breakdown each move and talk the highs and lows of their current situations. Afterwards, they break into postseason talk by picking two sleepers for each postseason team. Who will be the next Randy Arozarena, Carlos Beltran or Pablo Sandoval this year? The boys then round out the show with Collection Corner and the last Fantasy Factory for the year.

The boys kick off this week's show by praising Judge's 61 homer push. When, not if, he breaks Roger Maris' record, should he be considered the real home run king? The Detroit Tigers surprised the baseball world by poaching the Giants' GM Scott Harris to make him their new VP. The Tigers appear to be in good hands, but are analytics over the traditional way the method to go for this club? Los Angeles Dodgers great Maury Wills passed recently at 89. The boys go over his career and discuss why he isn't in the Dodgers ring of honor.  After, they take a hard left into one of their childhood favorites, the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles! Celebrating the re-release of their past video games, they bring up a question no one is asking for: which MLB players are most like Leonardo, Donatello, Michelangelo, Raphael and their sensei Splinter? The boys dive way too deep into this one! They then round out the show with Fantasy Factory and Collection Corner.

Mike Trout's homer run streak ends at seven. The boys kick off this week's episode talking about how his game is taking off to new heights, and how this modern day Superman won't quit, regardless of rumors. White Sox manager Tony LaRussa is recovering from having a pacemaker put in. This seemingly looks to be his last days in Chicago as their skipper. Who will the Sox look to next to lead them if LaRussa steps down? Love 'em or hate 'em, you gotta respect the Los Angeles Dodgers' greatness. Are we looking at a dynasty team? The boys dive into the debate. The next generation of ball players are here and are making themselves known, so the boys give their picks on who are the best rookies this season that'll become the next stars in the league. They round out the show with Fantasy Factory and Collection Corner.

The boys start off this week's episode discussing the playoff picture at the start of September. Is Timmy Trumpet to blame for the Mets crumbling? The Braves are neck and neck in the NL East. Tampa's late push threatens the Yankees. Will the Blue Jays finally make a playoff bid? Afterwards, they talk minor league players unionizing and the good and the bad that can come from this from every side involved. The season is winding to its nail-biting conclusion. Player accolades are to be had and milestones could be reached. The boys give their hot takes on which ones are legit and which ones are bullshit. They round out the show with Fantasy Factory and Collection Corner. 

In this week's episode, contract extensions are the talk of the league. Julio Rodriguez, Adley Rutschman and Michael Harris II cashed in. The boys discuss the risks and rewards of each deal. The Holy Grail card, Honus Wanger's T206, has taken a backseat to the new king of the trading card industry: the Topps 1952 Mickey Mantle. It was sold for a staggering $12.6 million dollars. Michael and Steve shine a light on it and the industry as a whole after the auction.  The Author of 'The Secret Apartment', Tom Garvey, sits down with the boys to talk about what it was like secretly living in the former Veterans Stadium in the late 70s-early 80s. His stories will mesmerize you and bring you in to what those years were like in Philly on the heels of the Vietnam War. The boys round out the show with Fantasy Factory and Collection Corner. It's a hell of a show that you don't want to miss!To listen to the entire conversation with the boys and Tom Garvey, later this week be sure to check it out on www.michaeldault.com. There are additional amazing stories there that they couldn't fit in the episode. 

In this week's episode, the boys start off by commenting on the Yankees recent struggles. Trouble in the Bronx? The trifecta of injuries hits the league yet again. This time in the form of Byron Buxton's return to the IL, Walker Buehler shutdown to get Tommy John surgery and Fernando Tatis Jr. getting shoulder surgery while he's suspended. Recent news broke about Los Angeles Angels owner Arturo Moreno seeking a buyer for his club. We knew the Angels were in rough shape, but now more than ever we see the culture is truly broken. The boys break down the shockwaves a potential sale has for the Halos. After, Michael recaps the final two episodes of Derek Jeter's doc 'The Captain.' The Forgotten Series returns; this time the boys cover their second forgotten star of the summer: J.R. Richard. From his beginnings with the Houston Astros in the early-70s, to his sudden departure from the league due to a health scare, Richard is one of the more fascinating figures in all of sports. The boys round out the show with Fantasy Factory and Collection Corner.

In this week's episode, the boys discuss the long awaited Al Avila and Chris Woodward firings. What does the future look like for both the Tigers and Rangers now? Fernando Tatis Jr. tested positive for PEDs this past week, and got his spanking from the league. An 80-game suspension. The boys explain the young star's immaturity and what could happen to him if this current Padres squad proves to be successful without him. Aaron Judge sits at 46 homer runs on the year. If he knocks 62, will he be the real HR king? The game surely needs him to be. The boys give their thoughts. Following this, Michael breaks down episode 5 of Derek Jeter's doc 'The Captain'.  And afterwards, the boys make their picks on who they feel are the top team duos this season. They round out the show with Fantasy Factory and Collection Corner.

In this week's jam-packed show, the boys start out discussing key players returning from and going back to the IL. As we have entered the dog days of summer, this could affect certain clubs' playoff runs. With the recent sweep of the Yankees it's hard to see the Cardinals anything but contenders in the NL now. They are turning it up this second half. Year two of the Field of Dreams game is going down August 12. The boys preview that matchup. Then they have have some fun afterwards by starting a new tradition. They draft their own Field of Dreams roster and go head-to-head in a baseball simulation to see who has the better team. They then round out the show with Fantasy Factory and Collection Corner.

In this week's episode, the boys start off on a somber note, talking about the recent passing of broadcasting great Vin Scully. They highlight some of his biggest calls and what he meant to the game of baseball. Afterwards, Mike Trout's recent back injury brings up the debate of if we're now seeing the downside of his career, and/or if the Angels should trade him. 'The Captain' doc released episodes 3 & 4 last week. Michael recaps it. The trade deadline has come and gone, and we have seen some teams get better and others stay worse. Juan Soto was the prize in San Diego, which left Washington picking up the pieces of what to do next with their franchise. Who were the winners & losers of this deadline? The boys dive in.  They round out the show with Fantasy Factory & Collection Corner. This is a jam packed show that you don't want to miss!

In this week's episode, the boys recap an impressive-than-first-thought Hall of Fame class weekend. After, they give their thoughts on the MLBPA's rejection of the International Draft proposal. Episode 2 of the 'The Captain' documentary aired recently. Michael breaks it down. The second half of the 2022 season is upon us. Who will bounce back from a not so hot first half? The boys give their picks. With less than a week before MLB's trade deadline, rumored deals are starting to flood in. Michael and Steve pick some of the best players being considered trade bait and which teams make the most sense for them. They round out the show with Fantasy Factory and Collection Corner.

The boys kick off this week's show by rehashing Juan Soto's rejection of a 15 yr, $440 million contract offering by the Nationals. This more than certainly puts him on the trade market now. The boys explain where the market's at and what trades would make sense for the Nats phenom. What a three-day All-Star spectacular it was! The league kicked things off with the MLB draft on Sunday, then Home Run Derby on Monday and ended things with the All-Star game on Tuesday. The boys breakdown every single thing that happened. Also, Derek Jeter's documentary 'The Captain' premiered Monday after Home Run Derby. Is this the next 'Last Dance'? They round out the show with a Juan Soto-filled Fantasy Factory and Collection Corner. 

News broke today of Blue Jays manager Charlie Montoyo's firing. Much deserved or too soon? The boys discuss. Mike Trout recently went down with upper back spasms. He always seems to give his all to the Angels, who don't seem to ever give back. The boys give their hot take on how his career will pan out down the road. There are some surprises in the home run derby this year. The boys talk about what to expect and who they are excited to see. After, they get into the All-Star snubs of this year, who maybe should've gotten on the team. The MLB Draft is around the corner, and Michael gives us a preview of his mock draft with his top-10 picks. After, they round out the show with Fantasy Factory and Collection Corner.

This week the boys start the show talking Max Scherzer's phenomenal return and give an update on Kumar Rocker. After some headlines, the boys make their All-Star selections for the 2022 game. Who will start? Who are the reserves? Any snubs? Find out! They round out the show with Fantasy Factory and Collection Corner.

In this week's episode the boys make light of Freddie Freeman's homecoming in Atlanta where he learned of his agents' betrayal of his contract negotiations, which ultimately led to to him firing them.  After, they breakdown the Angels and Mariners brawl that ended up producing a large list of suspensions. Bryce Harper's injury could set the Phillies back another year. Are they in trouble? Do they buy at the trade deadline? As we near the end of the first half of the season, the boys pick a couple of teams and players that impressed them and disappointed them. They round out the show with Fantasy Factory and Collection Corner.

This week the boys start their headlines by talking about the ongoing Fire Tony! chants in Chicago as well as Riley Greene's debut week, Ohtani's monster game and the unfortunate Mookie Betts injury. Afterwards, they welcome the return of the Forgotten Series! In this season's first episode they cover a player that was once labeled "The Can't Miss Kid" when he was coming up: Rick Ankiel.  What happened to this once promising pitcher turned outfielder? The boys round out the show with Fantasy Factory and Collection Corner.

In this week's episode, the boys discuss Derek Jeter's upcoming documentary 'The Captain', and preview what we're in for when it premieres July 18 after the All-Stars Home Run Derby. Three recent and separate injuries have effected teams positively and negatively. The boys dive in.  What the heck is going on with Eduardo Rodriguez and his no good, horrible, very bad season? The boys try to make sense of it, and debate whether it could be a larger problem within the Detroit organization that leads to these sort of bad signings, trades, and drafts. Afterwards, the boys play their version of Marry, F*ck, Kill with Start, Bench, Cut. They break it down in three tiers of players: Past, Present & Future. And then they round out the show with Fantasy Factory and Collection Corner.

This week the boys discuss the firings of managers Joe Girardi of the Phillies and Joe Maddon of the Angels. Tigers former 2018 number one pick Casey Mize was shutdown again after an injury setback, but all hope is not lost. Here comes ninth round pick of the same draft class, Tarik Skubal. Is he the actual chosen one in Detroit? Are there organizational problems that are leading to injuries in Detroit? The boys break it all down. It's the 48th anniversary of the infamous 10 cent beer night in Cleveland, and the boys welcome special guest, Evangelist Dennis Heber, who was at the game that wild day. He tells his experience from inside the chaos tornado. After, the boys round out the show with Fantasy Factory and Collection Corner.

The boys kick off this week's episode discussing the weirdest beef in all of sports: Joc Pederson vs. Tommy Pham's fantasy football scuffle. After, they give their perspectives on Gabe Kapler's shunning of the National Anthem on Memorial Day. Mookie Betts is back and the boys declare May the Month of Mookie! Afterwards, they bring back a listener segment favorite Legit or Bull Shit, where they pick which .500 teams (or close to) are contenders and which are pretenders. Same with the current division leaders, which are actually contending and which are flat out pretending? The boys round out the show with Fantasy Factory and Collection Corner.

This week the boys start the show out by discussing the much awaited debut of Orioles catcher Adley Rutschman. They talk his potential and what he and other rookies go through in their first seasons. After, they dive into the Josh Donaldson/Tim Anderson feud and try to make sense of it. MLB.com recently released their updated Top 100 Prospect List and the boys give their takes on it. There are some surprises, some easy picks, and some underrated players inching up the list. Afterwards, they check in on college baseball: the top players, the top teams, the sleepers, and the upcoming College World Series predictions. Keeping in the spirit of prospects and college baseball, Michael gives his latest Mock Draft (top-10). And they round out the show with Fantasy Factory & Collection Corner.

The boys kick off this week talking about a MIA player that recently returned into the spotlight. Enter, Kumar Rocker. With the draft coming up in July, he's joined an Independent baseball team in hopes of being selected in the first round again. Is it too late? Breaking news hit everywhere today with leaks from the first place Minnesota Twins that newly signed shortstop Carlos Correa will opt-out after this season, and also that the Washington Nationals will try to trade Juan Soto as part of their rebuild. The boys put on their GM hats and lay out the best trade scenarios for him. They enter Fantasy Factory answering the curious case of Bryce Harper's fantasy value now that he's out for a while with an elbow injury. His one-time third MVP talks have lessened, and now he's looking like trade bait for fantasy owners. After, Steve gives his Yah or Nah on two fantasy trades and then the boys round out the show with Collection Corner. 

This week the boys discuss the Toronto Blue Jays' approach to defense. This young team are putting their analytics to work and dominating with a four-man outfield in many scenarios. The boys debate how predictable hitting leads to this sort of brilliant fielding. The NL West is the best division in baseball right now-- change their mind. The Dodgers, Padres, Giants, Diamondbacks and Rockies are taking the league by storm, being the only division with every club over .500. This discussion turns into how to fix bad teams and what makes the good ones at the start of the season great. In Fantasy Factory, Steve answers questions, including how fantasy owners should approach relief pitchers on their rosters. The boys round out the show with Collection Corner and some Yogi Berra trivia!

This week the boys start the show with talking about the Yankees winning streak. Don't hate us... They look to be the best team in the league. Is it for real? Home Runs are down so far. Is this good for baseball or bad? Why is the league doctoring the ball? The boys dive in. News came down this week about Trevor Bauer's two-year suspension. This is likely a death sentence for his career. After, the boys discuss manager Dusty Baker getting his 2,000th win. This asks the question: is he a top-10 manager of all-time now? We are now a little over a month into the season, which brings overreactions galore. Is Mike Trout going to win his 4th MVP? Is Eric Hosmer going to have a career year? Are the White Sox's and Tigers' rebuilds in trouble? The boys answer this and more. They round out the show with Fantasy Factory and Collection Corner. 

MLB's new Mr. 3,000, Miguel Cabrera not only has joined the club, he's also in some rare company, and the boys explain how special that is and who is next. Kyle Schwarber lost his mind over a slightly bad call which led to his ejection. Should baseball seriously consider robo umps? This discussion leads to the boys selecting their favorite ejections ever. In Fantasy Factory, the question looming over the AL West needs to be asked? How the heck are the Seattle Mariners in first place? And elsewhere, is Byron Buxton a top-10 outfielder? The boys give their takes and round out the show with Collection Corner.

Ronald Acuna Jr is eyeing his return in a couple weeks. Is he a fast healer or is he coming back way too soon to lead the team now that Freddie Freeman is gone? On the flip side of things, Mike Trout is battling a possible wrist injury. Is it time to hit the panic button for Angels fans and fantasy owners alike? Matt McLain recently hit a cycle on just seven pitches. This leads to a discussion on drafting prospects-- specifically the risks of drafting high school prospects over college prospects. The first week of fantasy baseball is in the books and the boys detail how their teams are faring in this week's Fantasy Factory. Steve answers listener questions and then picks his start or sit players of the week as well as important waiver wire pickups. The boys round out the show with Collection Corner.

A week into the season and we're already witnessing great moments, players, and teams. Off the field, well, there's been some rejected deals. Aaron Judge and the Yankees being one of them. Is Judge worth more than $230 Million? Does he want Mike Trout money or Bryce Harper money? What's his worth? And the biggest question that the boys ponder this episode: who the hell is Steven Kwan? The Cleveland Guardians player has broke out onto the scene this past week, leaving everyone wondering if this is for real or if this is a flash in the pan. Speaking of breakout players, the boys give their top-three early performers to start the season. Afterwards, they enter the long awaited Fantasy Factory! They discuss how their recent draft went, how some of MLB's rules take away from fantasy owners, start or sit lightning round and some waiver wire players to consider. They round out the show with Collection Corner.

Which offseason moves were the best? The boys make their picks. A day before the season starts, the boys give you a preview of the upcoming season, discussing top headlines, top rookies, players to watch, sleepers and division outlooks. You name it, they're covering it. Afterward, they finish out their Then & Now series by picking five through one of the greatest baseball games of all-time, and then select their top-five starting pitchers in the game right now. They round out the show with Collection Corner. It's a huge episode, so you don't want to miss out!

In the week before Opening Day, the boys have a lot to breakdown. Albert Pujols rejoins the Cardinals for his last hurrah with Yadier Molina and Adam Wainwright. Can they go the distance? Also, what's with all the injuries to start this season? From Ronald Acuna Jr., to Fernando Tatis Jr., to Jack Flaherty and Tyler Glasnow, some of the biggest names are starting the year on the IL. Afterwards, the boys make their season predictions including: Division winners, Cy Young picks, MVP picks, Rookie of the Year picks, Manager of the Years picks and World Series picks. You don't want to miss out! After, they make their selections for their Then & Now series continuing with 10 through 6 of the greatest games ever played. And then they pick the best designated hitters in the game right now. They round out the show with Collection Corner. It's a jam packed episode that you don't want to miss out on! 

Some big signings have happened over the course of the week and the boys are here for it. They talk about the recent Michael Pineda signing in Detroit, which was the consolation prize after the top arms have all been taken. What could Pineda bring to the club, and why didn't he last on other teams he played for? The Dodgers, Twins and Red Sox have all leveled up their squads for the season, and the boys discuss some of the inside details of those dealings. Of all the new deals being agreed upon and arbitration wrapping up, this leads to an interesting early look at what might happen to Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge. What if he has a good season? What if the bottom falls out? Will the Yankees spend big for him or let him walk. If they let him walk, where is the best fit for him to play? The boys let the theories fly! This past week two new rules (the Ohtani Rule & the Phantom Runner rules) were signed into the league. The boys talk the good, the bad and the ugly of these rules. Afterwards, they continue their Then and Now series by selecting 15-11 Greatest Games as well as picking the best right fielders in the game right now. They round out the show with Collection Corner.

Baseball is back baby! Finally! We never thought we'd get here so soon, but here we are. The boys break down the crazy week it's been in Major League Baseball including: free agent signings, trades, top stories, etc. The Blue Jays are all in, while the A's are all out. The boys talk about the futures of both clubs. After, they continue on with their THEN & NOW series by selecting  the 20 through 16 greatest games in baseball history, as well as select the top five center fielders in the game right Now. They round out the show with Collection Corner.

50 Episodes! The boys bring on episode 50 with some shaming of Tigers owner Chris Illitch, and him being exposed as one of several cheap owners holding this CBT deal up. After, they spread the news of Tampa's ballsy offer they shot at Freddie Freeman before the lockout started. Apple TV just made a killer move by partnering with MLB to provide Friday Night Baseball! This is big news that's not being talked about enough. After, the boys bring in a listener favorite, Mark Dault. They discuss the game today, the lockout, and his latest stint as coach of his son's t-ball team. Mark hangs on, while the boys begin their new segment of the Then & Now series by picking their top 25 greatest games ever, starting with 25 to 21.  Following that, they select the best left fielders in the game right Now. They round out the show with Collection Corner.

Here we go again... The lockout is now canceling games. Opening Day won't be the same this year... again. The boys breakdown the latest talks and admit it's a sad day for baseball in general. Are small market teams to blame? The boys have seen the light. They transition to Derek Jeter's resignation, which came out of nowhere. What the hell happened in Miami? What visions weren't aligning? Did you know Jackie Robinson's debut ticket stub is out there and a collector bought it for big time moola? The boys continue their Then & Now series, rounding out their top-25 with the remaining four best players of all-time. And after they look to the top third basemen in the game right NOW. They round out the show with Collection Corner.

This week the boys start out by discussing the latest updates of the MLB lockout. It's looking like regular season games could be canceled by February 28th. After, they discuss the Nationals' $350 million offer to Juan Soto. Will his rejection turn into $500 million? The Tyler Skaggs drug investigation has revealed Matt Harvey is not only a drug abuser, but played a hand in Skagg's demise. It's safe to say the Dark Knight's career is over. The Then & Now Series is continued this week with picks nine through five for Then. And for Now they discuss the top-five shortstops in the game right now. They round out the show with Collection Corner.

The boys begin this week's episode with the latest from the MLB Lockout. The new updates have rocked them, leaving each blaming both sides. One of these updates is that MLB is considering eliminating Minor League baseball players and formats. After they cool down from that hot topic, they discuss the universal DH and possible MLB Draft lottery points the owners/league and the players union agreed upon. ESPN released their Top-100 prospects, which revealed some surprises. The boys give their takes and select where they would put some of these prospects on the list. They continue their Then & Now series with picks 14-10 for Then and also best second basemen in the game right now for Now. They round out the show with Collection Corner.

The boys start this week by asking the question, Does Rob Manfred like baseball? They discuss MLB's steroid testing agreement ending as well as the retirement of a legendary ump, also some surprising breaking news. They continue their Then & Now series by naming their 19 through 15 picks of the greatest players of all-time. After, they list their top-five best first basemen in the game right now. They round out the show with Collection Corner.

The boys start this week out by continuing their latest vent about the MLB Lockout. After they cool off a little, they give props to Shohei Ohtani for being selected as the new face of MLB the Show 22. In today's headlines, they discuss the latest news of a Jackie Robinson plaque outside of his hometown of Cairo, Georgia that was vandalized and then brought to the Negro League Museum in KC as is and what it represents. This transitions into the boys presenting their new 6-part series 'Then & Now'. Each show they pick five players (starting from 25 and counting down) to makeup their own greatest of all-time lists. For the Now part of the series, they select the top players in the right now for every position. This week they each pick who they feel are the top-five catchers in today's game. Afterwards, they round out the show with Collection Corner and some interesting Fanatics news.

In this episode, the boys give huge props to Big Papi, who is baseball's latest Hall of Fame inductee. They discuss his great career, and what he meant to the game and the communities he lived in. The boys also talk about other players on the ballot this year who missed out. They squeeze in a little current MLB news after, of the Chicago White Sox signing start Oscar Colas, who is being referred to as "The Cuban Ohtani". They rave just how the ChiSox keep building a powerhouse. After, they give their thoughts on the popular topic of why Barry Bonds, Roger Clemens, and Sammy Sosa are not, and should not, be inducted into the Hall of Fame, and how their hopes rely on the Veterans Committee now. Feeling pumped to keep talking Hall of Fame, the boys rank the top-10 greatest Hall of Fame classes of all-time. They then round out the show with some Collection Corner. 

The boys are going stir crazy with the MLB Lockout. They discuss and vent about the frequently asked questions about the main points of the Lockout and what could break the dam toward a solution.  Afterwards, they become confused as to how Brad Ausmus scored another coaching job. International Signings have passed and the Yankees and Nationals have come out on top with the two best prospects in this year's crop. More questions linger, teasing the boys on what questions NEED to be answered as soon as this ridiculous Lockout ends. They also discuss their way, way too early power rankings for the upcoming season and round out the show with Collection Corner.

The boys start this week's show talking about the death of everyone's favorite TV dad Bob Saget, and the impact he had on their generation and also how bad of a National Anthem singer he was. After, they discuss the need for urgency in this slow-moving MLB Lockout and what needs to be done, and done quickly, before pitchers and catchers report.  Is this the year Curt Schilling finally gets in? Does Barry Bonds and Sammy Sosa make it on their last try? Does A-Rod get in on his first try? The boys break down the BBWAA ballot and who is likely to get in and who isn't and who are the sleepers of this year's class. They round out the show with Collection Corner. 

Happy New Year everyone, the boys are back! They begin the show talking about what they did during the holidays. After, they discuss the surprise retirement trend that's been going on now that Kyle Seager and Cameron Maybin have joined Buster Posey in retirement. Ken Rosenthal's contract was not renewed due to his comments on the commish and the boys debate his future. Good news hits the start of 2022, as news broke that Fanatics have acquired Topps. Will this move mean the Topps name/brand still intact? This marks episode 41 by the boys, and they look back on the best moments of baseball in 2021. They round out the show with some eye-popping Collection Corner trends and then Michael sounds off on Don Mattingly not being in the Hall of Fame.

We'll see you in 2022 with season 2! From all of us at the Long Gone Podcast have a Merry Christmas everyone and a Happy New Year!Thanks for continuing to listen to us!

As we inch closer to Christmas, the boys don't let the the Lockout get them down. They dive right into the recently released Top 100 prospect lists. They discuss who is on the rise, who is falling, and who will be making their MLB debuts in 2022. After, the boys put one special need on every team's Christmas wish list for the upcoming 2022 season. They round out the show with Collection Corner.

This week the boys rant of their disappointment of MLB's Lockout. They discuss the negotiation points and where the two sides go from here. After, they rave about the early Hall of Famer nods from the Early Baseball and Golden Era Committees. Good Lord, the Mets manager hiring process is a game show! How the hell did Brad Ausmus get an interview ??  After jumping off that carousel, they head to the Collection Corner, where they create their All-Time Baseball Card Lineups and talk trends afterwards. They end the show with Michael's Johnny Bench story.

The boys jump right into two big topics that are happening this week: the MLB Lockout & Free Agency. They discuss the points the league and players union are negotiating over as well as the worthiness of the whole thing. After, they discuss the insane free agency signings. This leads into the boys debating whether Javier Baez is a good fit for the Detroit Tigers and what he will bring to the table and if they are done signing big names or not. Even though it's been a hell of a ride, there are still more big names out there and the boys predict where they see them going. They round out the show with some Collection Corner and soe Clint 'Red Thunder' Frazier talk!

The boys kick off Thanksgiving with a little rant about Ohtani's unanimous decision for MVP. After, they discuss the pros and cons of Carlos Correa's potential signing to Detroit. Speaking of pay days, they speak on Wander Franco's recent extension and round out the headline talk with some predictions on 2022's Hall of Fame Inductions. The boys then put their GM hats on once again and each do a lightning round of what one important move EVERY team in the MLB should make this offseason. They round out the show with Collection Corner trends.

This week the boys discuss the upcoming 2022 Hall of Fame ballot and the new faces we'll see for the first time and the old ones we'll see for possibly the very last time. They debate whether certain players should be inducted over others. After, they hire themselves as General Managers of four Major League franchises to turn them around and discuss the moves they would make and how each roster would shape out. Spoiler alert, they're much better off in the boys' hands then they are right now! They round out the show with Collection Corner.

This week the boys discuss the finalists for the MLB awards that were recently announced and predict who will take home the accolades. They then follow this up with giving out their own awards for this past season. You don't want to miss it! They round out the show with collection corner and some quotes about the late-great Bob Gibson.

The boys waited an extra day to bring you an episode (sorry for poor audio half way through) so they can talk about the new WS champs the Atlanta Braves. What went right for them? What went wrong for the Astros? The boys get to the bottom of it. Right before they began the episode, the surprising news broke about Buster Posey's retirement announcement. The boys talk about the legend that is Mr. Posey and how he affected the game and rejuvenated the catcher position for years to come, and they also debate if he's a Hall of Famer or not. Afterwards, the boys pick their top-5 teams in a way-too-early power ranking. They round out the show with a Braves/Astros Collection Corner.

This week the boys preview the 2021 World Series between the Houston Astros and the Atlanta Braves. They discuss what both teams will need to do to win. Looking back at the NLCS, Steve calls out Max Scherzer's noodle arm and his letting the Dodgers down, which leads to a deep discussion about the future of pitching in the MLB and how this generation of pitchers are going to be very different from decades past. After, they step outside World Series talk to give Ken Griffey Jr. props for his ownership stake with the Mariners and what that means for their fanbase and possibly other franchises getting star power ownership stakes in years to come.  Rounding out the show, the boys talk card trends in Collection Corner.