MLB Marathon

Jake, Noah and Matt Ehrhardt return in an all new episode of the MLB Marathon podcast to discuss: - Mariners' Hector Santiago in a "sticky" situation. - Kyle Gibson's trade value is skyrocketing. Should contenders try and snag him? - Over/underperformers so far this season - Will the San Diego Padres look for starting pitching at the deadline? - Who do the Pirates go with in the MLB Draft?   Follow us on Twitter (@MLBMarathon) and subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.  

We'd like to welcome back Jake Slebodnick along side Noah for this weeks episode. We discussed some of the latest news around the league and we also ran into some unexpected Twitter drama.  This Episode is Just for Clicks. LOL.  

April is half way done, lets see whats happening around the league: - Controversial umpiring - Analyzing each division - Hot Takes & more

This episode we are joined by Matt Fry, Matt Ehrhardt, and Brandon Wilhoite. We discuss: - Feel good stories around the league - Nick Castellanos suspension - News around the league - Hot Takes & more

- News & Notes - Giving out awards -Hot Takes & more

- Trying to find Jake Ordorizzi a team ( before he signed) - Possibilities of Kris Bryant getting moved - Analyzing the Pecota standings - Answering random non-baseball questions - A Harry Carey cover - Hot Takes & more

- Mariner's CEO nightmare - Sleeper teams to be excited about - Team control & rookie deals - BP gauntlet of trivia - Carey cover - Hot Takes & more

Matt Ehrhardt, Matt Fry, Noah Yeckley and Jack Smathers host an emergency episode to discuss Trevor Bauer finally finding his new home.  We discuss: - Bauer to LAD - Dodgers vs Padres for best rotation - Angels strikeout again while trying to land key FA SP - Ozuna to Braves - Athletics/Rangers make a trade  - Hot Takes & more

Tons of news happening with Pitchers and Catchers right around the corner. We discussed: -Breakdown of the Nolan Arenado trade -Small Market teams not spending money -Nelson Cruz going back to Minnesota -Joc Pederson to the Cubs -MLBPA rejects MLB’s proposal -Hot Takes

In this episode Noah, Matt, and Ryan discuss the latest Free Agent signings around the league. We discussed: - Realmuto, Semien, Simmons finding new homes. - Yankees clearing salary - Where does the FA market stand? - Questions & Answers  

We're pleased to welcome back Matt Ehrhardt to the podcast. This episode Noah, Matt Fry, and Matt Ehrhardt discuss some impactful moves that occurred Sunday afternoon. We discussed: - Jameson Taillon traded to the Yankees - Brad Hand to the Nationals - SS/Middle Infielder FA Market - Landing spot for JT Realmuto - BlueJays rumored in on Kyle Hendricks & Kris Bryant - Hot Takes & more

Matt and Noah recorded this episode live on Twitter. We discussed: - Luis Castillo trade rumors - DJ Lemahieu to the Yankees - Corey Kluber to the Yankees - Q & A plus much more

- Padres acquire Blake Snell & Yu Darvish - Mets acquire Lindor & Carrasco - Kris Bryant to be traded - Current FA/Trade Market & Rumors  - Hot Takes & more

Matt Fry, Ryan Coppinger, and Noah Yeckley were pleased to be joined by guest Brittany Ghiroli of the Athletic. We discussed: - Brittany's career background - National's offseason plans - Winter Meetings/ FA market - Hot Takes & so much more

Ryan Coppinger & Matt Fry were pleased to be joined by Julian Guilarte and Bobby Thompson of G & T Sports Talk and GruntsTalkMLB. We discussed: -Everything we saw thus far this offseason and some of the moves made during the 2020 virtual Winter Meetings. - MiLB & its future - Hopes for the 2021 season -Hot Takes & more

-Charlie Morton to a 1 year/ $15M contract  -Mike Minor to a 2 year/ $18 million contract  -Michael Taylor to a 1 year/ $1.75 million contract  -Marlins DFA Jose Urena -Mets signed Trevor May to a 2 year deal for 15.5 million -MLB is launching a wood-bat labeling it as the MLB Draft League -Philadelphia Phillies lost $145 million during the 2020 season   -Non-tender Deadline -Staten Island Yankees are filing a lawsuit  -Chris Young is the new Texas Rangers GM  -Winter Meetings Preview

Let's find new homes for some of the biggest stars in our game on the trade block this offseason.  - Nolan Arenado, Kris Bryant, Francisco Lindor, Josh Hader, Josh Bell, Blake Snell - Where could these players potentially be traded too? - What type of return would be expected for these players? - Hot Takes & more

Los Angeles Angels name former Assistant GM of the Braves, Perry Minasian the new GM of the team Miami Marlins name Kim Ng the new GM of the team Baseball Writers’ Association of America award winners. Marcus Stroman and Kevin Gausman accept the 1 year/18.9M Qualifying Offers from their respected teams 4  FAs each/ assign team and terms of the contract 2-3 under the radar FAs each/ assign team and terms of the contract 

-Chicago White Sox fired Rick Renteria, and hired HoF Manager, Tony LaRussa, -Detroit Tigers hired former Houston Astros manager, AJ Hinch -New York Mets sale to Steve Cohen approved by MLB Owners by a vote of 26-4 -MLB Free Agency began last week   -Alex Cora returns to Boston  -New York Yankees making changes to their minor league teams -Robbie Ray re-signs with the Toronto Blue Jays on a 1 year/8 million deal. -Hot Takes & more

This 2020 MLB season as come to a close as the Los Angeles Dodgers defeated the Rays in 6 games. Ryan and Matt discuss: -Game 3 Recap -Game 4 Recap (Wild comeback by TB Rays) - Game 5 Recap -Game 6 Recap (Snell/Cash controversy) -Justin Turner's positive Covid test - Hot Takes & more

Joined by Matt Fry and Ryan Coppinger we break down what we've witnessed in this years Fall Classic thus far: Game 1 of the World Series Review  Dodgers Offense, led by Betts, Muncy, Bellinger, Smith  Concerns about Glasnow giving up 6 ER? Kershaw’s Dominance (6.0 IP, 2 H, 1 ER, 1 BB, 8Ks) Late 7th inning rally for Rays fell short, but encouraging going into G2 Game 2 of the World Series Review  Kiermaier with HR in 2 games Joey Wendle coming through clutch double in 4th, Brandon Lowe with 2 HRs Dodgers continue seeing Taylor, and Smith hit in big spots Snell pitched really well until Taylor’s HR in 5th (4.2 IP, 2 H, 2 ER, 4 BB, 9Ks) Rays saw much of the Dodgers bullpen, bad for LA? Game 3 of the World Series Preview  Pitching matchup Buehler vs. Morton Buehler this postseason (4 Starts, 1-0, 1.89 ERA, 15 H, 4 ER, 2 HR, 29Ks, 11 BBs, 19.0IP) Morton this postseason (3 Starts, 3-0, 0.57 ERA, 11 H, 1 ER, 0 HR, 17Ks, 4 BBs, 15.2 IP) Hot Takes & more @MLBMarathon on all socials

ALCS Review, Astros came back 3-0, lost in Game 7 Breakdown the Astros   Breakdown the Rays  NLCS Review Dodgers in 7, came back from 3-1 Breakdown the Braves  Breakdown the Dodgers World Series Preview  Hot Takes

As we get deeper into the 2020 Postseason the conversations become so much more fun. We discuss: - Absence of Fans in the Postseason - Astros back into the ALCS - Yankees/Rays deciding Game 5 - Kyle Higashioka vs Gary Sanchez - Brief outlook on 2020 Free Agency (Bauer, Tanaka, Springer, LeMahieu, etc) - Hot Takes & more

Joined with us this episode is host Ryan Coppinger, Matt Fry, and J.T Collapietro. We discuss - Condolences to Bob Gibson - Wild Card Recap -Division Series Outlook

 -Yadier Molina 2k   -Philly and San Fran Disaster, what happened?   -Significant Injuries for playoff teams   -Teams going into the playoffs hot and cold   -Retirements of Gordon and Pence   -League Leaders/ Results   -Front office changes  - Intro to playoffs & Hot Takes

Significant Injuries: Justin Verlander out with Tommy John Ron Gardenhire retires- Brief Analysis of Playoff Picture: *Cincinnati 8-2/ last 10 taking the 8th seed. Giants, Brewers, and Reds all .500 as of now * Phillies are holding on despite injury bug *TB/Chi batting for 1/2 spot w opponent either being CLE or TOR Padres clinched Postseason birth for first time since 2006. Fans snuck into Fenway/ Fires happening behind Citi Field + Cohen buys the team 1-min rants Hot Takes & more

Joined by Noah Yeckley, Ryan Coppinger, JT Collapietro, and Matt Fry We discussed:  -MLB Playoff Bubble/Postseason Format -Trevor Bauer & MLB Social Media Policies -Freddie Freeman for MVP? -Adam Duvall's HR tear -Has Machado been worth the money? -White Sox as #1 AL Seed -Hot Takes & more

We had a full house for this exciting episode joined by Matt Fry, Noah, JT, Jake, and Ryan. We discussed: -RIP Lou Brock -Pat O'Connor retires from MiLB -Trevor Bauer/Dee Gordon cleat drama -Mariners/Orioles & Playoff Picture *New Segment* 1 min blood boiling rants -Hot Takes & more

This episode we had a full house with a ton of sad & exciting news around MLB to discuss. We discussed: Rip Tom "The Franchise" Seaver Yankees/Rays Brawl Phillies won 9 of 10 Fall of NYY Empire Kershaw reaches 2500 Ks Vin Scully debuts on Twitter Impactful Rookies Hot Takes & so much more @MarathonMediaCo on Twitter

This episode we have a full house to discuss everything that went down during the 2020 Trade Deadline. We discussed:  - Recapping Trade Deadline moves - Winners & Losers - Juggernauts stay quiet (Yankees & Dodgers)  - Hot Takes & more

This episode we are joined alongside Matt Fry and Noah Yeckley to chat all about the Trade Deadline. We discuss some moves that already happen, and gave 5 trade proposals each that we see fit.  Noah and Matt also share some Hot Takes as always.

A full house joined by Matt Fry, Noah Yeckley, JT Collapietro, and Ryan Coppinger We discuss: - Tatis Swinging 3-0 & Padres Hot Streak - Trevor Bauer growing the game - Analyzing the current standings - Trade Deadline Chatter - Hot Takes & more 

During this episode we introduce our new team member Ryan Coppinger and catch up on the latest around the league. We discuss: * Harper vs Judge  * The Astros struggles/A’s success  * Trevor Bauer/Scott Boras vlog feud  * Trade deadline talk/predictions   * 3 underrated players 1 disappointment **any team any position** * Crazy Hot takes

- Astros/ Athletics brawl. Did MLB handle it properly? - Cardinals outbreak continues - Fast approaching Trade Deadline (16 "contenders") - Mike Clevinger & Dan Plesac - Hot Takes & more

Jake Slebodnick, Matt Fry, and Noah Yeckley are joined by special guest Michael McKenry   On this episode, we discuss:   - Cole Tucker's transition to the outfield   - Colin Moran's power surge   - Phillip Evans: How he's become a valuable asset in the Bucs' lineup   - Jacob Stallings: An underrated catcher   - Pittsburgh's bullpen woes   - Plans for the trade deadline   - Overall culture surrounding Pittsburgh baseball  

Noah, Matt, and Jake Slebodnick join you to discuss the crazy news that went around MLB recently. A shortened emergency pod. - Noah's return - Mets and Yoenis Cespedes - Ohtani injuries & future - Hot Takes & more

We've played some baseball. A LOT has happen. Let's chat. - Recap last 5 games/Standout players & or teams.  - Marlins outbreak. (MLB schedule changes, Cards, Phillies, Brewers)  - 7 inning double headers -Manfred off his rocking chair. (Jake Rant) - Trevor Bauer Spotlight.  -Player Opt outs. Injuries. Erod. Taxi squads.  -Hot Takes and more

Matt Fry, Jake Slebodnick, and J.T Colapietro attempt to express their excitement leading up the first pitch on Opening Day tonight (7/23). We discuss: Preview Yankees vs Nats (Juan Soto Covid) Preview Giants vs Dodgers Mookie to Dodgers - 12 year 365M Expanded Playoffs - 16 teams rather than 10 Blue Jays still searching for a home Hot Takes & more

We are just about one week away from opening day of the shortened 2020 Major League Baseball season. We discussed:  - Puig to the Braves & trade talk - Debating the Top 10 Ranked Rotations/Bullpens - Exhibition games over the weekend - Opening Day - MLB adding crowd noise -Hot Takes & more

This episode Matt was joined solo as Noah was busy with work.  We discussed: -New Player Opt-outs - Covid-19 Positive test & league issues -  Free Agency - Pecota Projections - Weekly News Recap & Hot Takes

MLB Marathon will be going under some major reconstruction before opening day. Expanding to multiple sports, with multiple baseball podcast to start. Going back to our roots and having this podcast exclusive to Matt and Noah We discussed:  -New Changes to MLB Marathon - Players reporting - Player Opt Outs - New roster construction -Hot Takes & more

This episode Jake Slebodnick, Matt Fry, JT Collapietro, and Noah Yeckley discuss all the excitement around MLB beginning its 2020 season. We discuss: - Agreements in place - Rules/Regulations for shortened seasons - Universal DH -New Extra inning rule -Player Opt outs & Season Predictions

Joined by a full house: Ehrhardt, Fry, Noah Yeckley, Jake Slebodnick, and JT Collapietro. - Rob Manfred just running MLB into the ground. - Getting sick & tired of proposal after proposal. - MLB the Show Roster Creation -Underrated/Overrated MLB the Show Diamond Dynasty cards & more 

This episode was recorded live on Twitch with Matt Fry and Austin Erdossy. We watched the draft live and talked about the future of MLB -How the Draft is different due to Covid-19 -What happens to undrafted players due to only having 5 rounds? -MLB & MLBPA proposals -Commissioner Manfred's bold statement -Hot Takes & more

This episode we are joined by Ehrhardt, Slebodnick and Matt Fry to discuss the 114 game proposal made by MLBPA. They propose: Schedule: 114 games, June 30-Oct. 31 • Two years of expanded playoffs • $100 million of total deferred money • Opt out for all players if they don’t want to play Hot Takes & more

This episode we were joined by Matt Fry, Brandon Wilhoite and guest Ben Shpigel of the NY Times. We discussed:  -WhatifSports simulations -Running out of things to do without sports -Baseball's possible return -Hot Takes & more

This episode we had a full house. We were joined by Matt Ehrhardt, Noah Yeckley, J.T Collapietro, Jake Slebodnick, and Matt Fry. We enjoyed reminiscing on our favorite baseball memories and challenging each other with some tough questions. - First baseball memory you can remember -Saddest time a player left your team (F/A or Trade) -Favorite pitch -Best swing growing up (excluding Griffey) - Favorite WS your team was not in

In this episode we are joined by Matt Fry, Brandon Wilhoite and special guest Marc Carig of The Athletic. When MLB first shut down, Marc Carig tweeted out “Something to pass the time.” And challenged the universe to top his lineup for a must-win baseball game. And the universe answered back. As the weeks passed, Carig followed up this tweet with an article on The Athletic highlighting some of his favorite responses, and MLB shared some lineups from players. We used these lineups in simulation games and will come out with a champion. We also chatted about the possibilities of a MLB season in 2020

We're back and it feels so good. This episode we were joined by Ehrhardt, Fry and Slebodnick to discuss all aspects of the recent proposal to get the 2020 season underway. -Owners vs Players - Blake Snells controversial comments - Sean Doolittle's health concerns - Will there be an agreement? - Hot Takes & more

Jake gives a detailed review of MLB The Show 20. Topics discussed are:   - Bugs with mechanics - Packs vs. Community Market - Player ratings seem inaccurate - Headliners: Keep 'em or leave 'em? - Custom Leagues - A formidable soundtrack

This episode we were joined by Matt Ehrhardt and Noah Yeckley. We discussed: -Covid-19 Updates -Service Time Issues - Injuries - Hot Takes & more