The Flagship Podcast for Justbaseball.com. Peter Appel, Jack McMullen, and Aram Leighton cover baseball in its entirety. The trio will be meeting five days a week, Monday through Friday, to discuss MLB, MiLB, College Baseball, Gambling, Fantasy Baseball, the emerging trading card market, and much more!
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Aram and Peter preview each of the National League West teams before highlighting their X-factors for each ball club. Intro: 0:00Dodgers: 7:17Padres: 28:59Giants: 50:27 Dbacks: 1:07:24Rockies: 1:22:05 Join our Just Baseball DiscordSubscribe to Our New Newsletter!Use Code "JUSTBASEBALL" when signing up on BetMGMCheck out Thompson Cigars and use my code JUSTBASEBALL for a great deal: https://thompsoncigar.comCheck out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comOur Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Thompson Cigars and use my code JUSTBASEBALL for a great deal: https://thompsoncigar.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-just-baseball-show/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Aram and Peter preview each team in the NL Central before providing their X-factors.Intro: 0:00 Brewers: 9:43 Cubs: 29:03Reds: 48:42Cardinals: 1:10:27Pirates: 1:22:31Aram's Brewers Prospect NotesJoin our Just Baseball DiscordSubscribe to Our New Newsletter!Use Code "JUSTBASEBALL" when signing up on BetMGMCheck out Thompson Cigars and use my code JUSTBASEBALL for a great deal: https://thompsoncigar.comCheck out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comOur Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Thompson Cigars and use my code JUSTBASEBALL for a great deal: https://thompsoncigar.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-just-baseball-show/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jack and Ryan start by getting into Roki Sasaki's spring debut before breaking down each of the five teams in the National League East.Intro: 0:00Roki Sasaki: 7:57Mets: 13:53Phillies: 28:53Marlins: 43:30Braves: 55:50Nationals: 1:06:03Join our Just Baseball DiscordSubscribe to Our New Newsletter!Use Code "JUSTBASEBALL" when signing up on BetMGMCheck out Thompson Cigars and use my code JUSTBASEBALL for a great deal: https://thompsoncigar.comCheck out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comCheck out Aura.com: https://aura.com/Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Thompson Cigars and use my code JUSTBASEBALL for a great deal: https://thompsoncigar.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-just-baseball-show/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jack and Ryan start with Konnor Griffin's multi-homer day on Tuesday before breaking down the top 15 bullpen demons heading into 2026.Intro: 0:00Konnor Griffin: 3:10Honorable Mentions: 9:57No. 15-11: 13:30No. 10-5: 24:40No. 5-1: 42:08Join our Just Baseball DiscordSubscribe to Our New Newsletter!Use Code "JUSTBASEBALL" when signing up on BetMGMCheck out Thompson Cigars and use my code JUSTBASEBALL for a great deal: https://thompsoncigar.comCheck out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comCheck out Aura.com: https://aura.com/Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Thompson Cigars and use my code JUSTBASEBALL for a great deal: https://thompsoncigar.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-just-baseball-show/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jack and Aram are so excited that Spring Training baseball is back. They fly around the latest from the opening weekend of Grapefruit and Cactus League play.New York News: 0:00Skubal News: 10:00Pablo Lopez: 18:00Prospect Performances: 24:00Freddie Freeman: 34:00Conforto/Morel/Hoskins: 42:00Join our Just Baseball DiscordSubscribe to Our New Newsletter!Use Code "JUSTBASEBALL" when signing up on BetMGMCheck out Thompson Cigars and use my code JUSTBASEBALL for a great deal: https://thompsoncigar.comCheck out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comCheck out Aura.com: https://aura.com/Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Thompson Cigars and use my code JUSTBASEBALL for a great deal: https://thompsoncigar.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-just-baseball-show/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jack and Peter count down the 10 best aces in the game entering the 2026 season.Intro: 0:00No. 10: 9:46No. 9: 14:24No. 8: 22:21No. 7: 28:15No. 6: 33:59No. 5: 38:32No. 4: 47:25No. 3: 53:57No. 2: 1:00:37No. 1: 1:08:36Join our Just Baseball DiscordSubscribe to Our New Newsletter!Use Code "JUSTBASEBALL" when signing up on BetMGMCheck out Thompson Cigars and use my code JUSTBASEBALL for a great deal: https://thompsoncigar.comCheck out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comCheck out Aura.com: https://aura.com/Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Thompson Cigars and use my code JUSTBASEBALL for a great deal: https://thompsoncigar.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-just-baseball-show/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

**THIS EPISODE INITIALLY AIRED ON JUST BASEBALL'S YOUTUBE AND X ACCOUNTS AS A LIVE STREAM**Just Baseball's Top 100 Prospects for 2026 is LIVE! Aram Leighton breaks down all of the biggest names in Minor League Baseball as we count it down from 100-1. Intro: 0:00100-91: 5:4790-81: 8:5680-71: 13:0070-61: 16:5160-51: 21:1250-41: 28:2240-31: 50:1130-21: 1:09:5720-11: 1:29:1210-1: 1:48:10Join our Just Baseball DiscordSubscribe to Our New Newsletter!Use Code "JUSTBASEBALL" when signing up on BetMGMCheck out Thompson Cigars and use my code JUSTBASEBALL for a great deal: https://thompsoncigar.comCheck out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comCheck out Aura.com: https://aura.com/Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Thompson Cigars and use my code JUSTBASEBALL for a great deal: https://thompsoncigar.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-just-baseball-show/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Aram and Peter discuss the shocking news of Tony Clark "resigning" from his role as Executive Director of the MLBPA before breaking into pitchers 20-11 on Just Baseball's top starting pitchers for 2026. MLBPA Disaster: 2:30 Pablo Lopez Injury: 12:24 Honorable Mentions: 27:56Starting Pitchers 20-16: 39:01Starting Pitchers 15-11: 1:10:19Join our Just Baseball DiscordSubscribe to Our New Newsletter!Use Code "JUSTBASEBALL" when signing up on BetMGMCheck out Thompson Cigars and use my code JUSTBASEBALL for a great deal: https://thompsoncigar.comCheck out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comCheck out Aura.com: https://aura.com/Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Thompson Cigars and use my code JUSTBASEBALL for a great deal: https://thompsoncigar.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-just-baseball-show/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Aram and Jack open the week by hitting the major headlines surrounding Major League Baseball over the last few days.Braves Injuries (10m): 0:00AJ Preller (8m): 10:00Zac Gallen (6m): 18:00Rockies From Camp (10m): 24:00Tony Vitello (8m): 34:00OD Starters (6m): 42:00Follow The College Baseball ShowJoin our Baseball Groupchat!Subscribe to Our New Newsletter!Use Code "JUSTBASEBALL" when signing up on BetMGMCheck out Thompson Cigars and use my code JUSTBASEBALL for a great deal: https://thompsoncigar.comCheck out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comCheck out Aura.com: https://aura.com/Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Thompson Cigars and use my code JUSTBASEBALL for a great deal: https://thompsoncigar.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-just-baseball-show/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Aram and Jack start the show with the latest on Emmanuel Clase. Then, they answer questions submitted via Discord, X, and Instagram.Discord:If you were a gm, please exclude the dodgers, pick the 3 teams you'd most want to takeover for the next 6-8 years and try and win a World Series with. - Ryan on DiscordWho do u think will be your number top 3 teams watched this season on your mlb app recap. - RyanDark horse buyer and seller at the deadline? It's time for a 6 month out prediction on one team for each side. - LandoHO8What prospects/minor leaguers are you excited to watch in camp? Who breaks camp with the big league team and who breaks camp april 15? **cough cough** konnor griffin april 15 call up. - Ryboi808Which of the three big Japanese signings have the most pressure to succeed this year between Murakami, Okamoto, and Imai ?? - Marco__X:Building upon the Spring Breakout concept, there should be a “Summer Breakout” too. Thursday at the end of All-Star break. 15 primetime exhibition games at MLB ballparks before the leaguers return from break. Who says no? - Ely Sussman on XWith Schwellenbach on the 60 Day, who do you guys think the Braves could still sign / potentially trade for before the start of the season? Yes I'm aware they probably are gonna do neither. - EastADown7678 on XIG:As a Phillies fan.. how badly did we botch this offseason? Garcia instead of Bader... still had an excess to spend even after whiffing on Bichette and resigning JT.. I feel like we could have done so much more/higher quality moves. I love the idea of letting the young guys play, but we needed more help if we're gonna push through this last crack in the window. - @gbilot1 on IGWho are your biggest out of nowhere breakout picks for this season? - @ryanconchado on IGFollow The College Baseball ShowJoin our Baseball Groupchat!Subscribe to Our New Newsletter!Use Code "JUSTBASEBALL" when signing up on BetMGMCheck out Thompson Cigars and use my code JUSTBASEBALL for a great deal: https://thompsoncigar.comCheck out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comCheck out Aura.com: https://aura.com/Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Thompson Cigars and use my code JUSTBASEBALL for a great deal: https://thompsoncigar.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-just-baseball-show/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Peter and Jack get angry at the hamate bone at the outset. Then, they break down the best of the best in the corners.Intro: 0:00Injury Issues: 2:12No. 10: 23:09No. 9: 29:39No. 8: 36:05No. 7: 42:26No. 6: 57:09No. 5: 1:01:49No. 4: 1:07:48No. 3: 1:15:40No. 2: 1:19:14No. 1: 1:23:09Follow The College Baseball ShowJoin our Baseball Groupchat!Subscribe to Our New Newsletter!Use Code "JUSTBASEBALL" when signing up on BetMGMCheck out Thompson Cigars and use my code JUSTBASEBALL for a great deal: https://thompsoncigar.comCheck out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comCheck out Aura.com: https://aura.com/Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Thompson Cigars and use my code JUSTBASEBALL for a great deal: https://thompsoncigar.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-just-baseball-show/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Aram and Peter are joined by hosts of The College Baseball Show Tyler Jennings and Mark Garland who break down Just Baseball's Preseason top 10 teams and Preseason First Team All Americans.Follow The College Baseball ShowFollow Tyler Jennings and Mark GarlandJoin our Baseball Groupchat!Subscribe to Our New Newsletter!Use Code "JUSTBASEBALL" when signing up on BetMGMCheck out Thompson Cigars and use my code JUSTBASEBALL for a great deal: https://thompsoncigar.comCheck out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comCheck out Aura.com: https://aura.com/Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Thompson Cigars and use my code JUSTBASEBALL for a great deal: https://thompsoncigar.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-just-baseball-show/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Aram and Peter discuss Justin Verlander's return to Detroit before breaking into 20-11 on Just Baseball's top corner outfield rankings.Intro: 2:00Durbin Trade: 4:00Justin Verlander: 11:42Zac Gallen Rumors: 14:05Tomoyuki Sugano: 20:30Top 20 Corner Outfielders: 28:20 Number 19: 35:10Number 18: 39:50Number 17: 44:52Number 16: 49:59Number 15: 55:13Number 14: 1:06:38Number 13: 1:15:32Number 12: 1:19:52Number 11: 1:26:00Join our Baseball Groupchat!Subscribe to Our New Newsletter!Use Code "JUSTBASEBALL" when signing up on BetMGMCheck out Thompson Cigars and use my code JUSTBASEBALL for a great deal: https://thompsoncigar.comCheck out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comCheck out Aura.com: https://aura.com/Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Thompson Cigars and use my code JUSTBASEBALL for a great deal: https://thompsoncigar.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-just-baseball-show/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jack and Peter open the show by talking through the trade that sent Caleb Durbin from Milwaukee to Boston and Marcell Ozuna's one year pact with Pittsburgh. Then, they delve into the top rosters for the 2026 World Baseball Classic.BOS/MIL Trade: 0:00Ozuna/USA: 10:00USA/Japan: 18:00DR/Venezuela: 24:31Mexico/Canada: 34:31Italy: 42:31Join our Baseball Groupchat!Subscribe to Our New Newsletter!Use Code "JUSTBASEBALL" when signing up on BetMGMCheck out Thompson Cigars and use my code JUSTBASEBALL for a great deal: https://thompsoncigar.comCheck out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comCheck out Aura.com: https://aura.com/Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Thompson Cigars and use my code JUSTBASEBALL for a great deal: https://thompsoncigar.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-just-baseball-show/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Aram and Peter break down Just Baseball's top 10 centerfielders for 2026! Framber/Skubal: 3:00Honorable Mentions: 11:45 Number 10: 37:52Number 9: 41:36Number 8: 46:34Number 7: 51:06Number 6: 55:42Number 5: 1:10:34Number 4: 1:20:28Number 3: 1:28:58Number 2: 1:31:29Number 1: 1:37:22Join our Baseball Groupchat!Subscribe to Our New Newsletter!Use Code "JUSTBASEBALL" when signing up on BetMGMCheck out Thompson Cigars and use my code JUSTBASEBALL for a great deal: https://thompsoncigar.comCheck out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comCheck out Aura.com: https://aura.com/Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Thompson Cigars and use my code JUSTBASEBALL for a great deal: https://thompsoncigar.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-just-baseball-show/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Peter and Jack open with the Tarik Skubal/Tigers arbitration result, and then get into the fit with his new $115 million teammate, Framber Valdez. They finish the show by counting down the 10 best at the hot corner in 2026.Intro: 0:00Tarik Skubal: 3:03Framber Valdez: 14:38Honorable Mentions: 26:55No. 10: 43:50No. 9: 47:17No. 8: 55:25No. 7: 58:36No. 6: 1:03:18No. 5: 1:07:44No. 4: 1:13:10No. 3: 1:16:10No. 2: 1:23:17No. 1: 1:28:23PLEASE SUPPORT OUR OWN EMILY WALDON!Join our Baseball Groupchat!Subscribe to Our New Newsletter!Use Code "JUSTBASEBALL" when signing up on BetMGMCheck out Thompson Cigars and use my code JUSTBASEBALL for a great deal: https://thompsoncigar.comCheck out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comCheck out Aura.com: https://aura.com/Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Thompson Cigars and use my code JUSTBASEBALL for a great deal: https://thompsoncigar.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-just-baseball-show/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jack and Aram count down the best position in baseball heading into 2026, and Peyton's got nuggets galore!Intro: 0:00Full Donovan Trade: 2:38Honorable Mentions: 10:33No. 10: 34:17No. 9: 40:54No. 8: 45:20No. 7: 52:05No. 6: 59:22No. 5: 1:04:57No. 4: 1:09:42No. 3: 1:14:04No. 2: 1:17:20No. 1: 1:21:26TGL: 1:26:11PLEASE SUPPORT OUR OWN EMILY WALDON!Join our Baseball Groupchat!Subscribe to Our New Newsletter!Use Code "JUSTBASEBALL" when signing up on BetMGMCheck out Thompson Cigars and use my code JUSTBASEBALL for a great deal: https://thompsoncigar.comCheck out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comCheck out Aura.com: https://aura.com/Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Thompson Cigars and use my code JUSTBASEBALL for a great deal: https://thompsoncigar.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-just-baseball-show/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jack and Peter fly around the MLB Headlines to kick off a new week of the Just Baseball Show.White Sox/Red Sox Trade: 0:00Eugenio Suarez: 10:00WBC Insurance: 18:00Luis Arraez: 24:00Brendan Donovan: 34:00Zac Gallen/Framber Valdez: 42:00PLEASE SUPPORT OUR OWN EMILY WALDON!Join our Baseball Groupchat!Subscribe to Our New Newsletter!Use Code "JUSTBASEBALL" when signing up on BetMGMCheck out Thompson Cigars and use my code JUSTBASEBALL for a great deal: https://thompsoncigar.comCheck out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comCheck out Aura.com: https://aura.com/Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Thompson Cigars and use my code JUSTBASEBALL for a great deal: https://thompsoncigar.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-just-baseball-show/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Peter and Jack start with the reported news of Jacob Wilson's 7-year, $70 million extension with the Athletics. Then, they talk through the best at second base for 2026.PLEASE SUPPORT OUR OWN EMILY WALDON!Intro: 0:00Jacob Wilson: 9:49Honorable Mentions: 20:11No. 10: 34:53No. 9: 39:06No. 8: 42:54No. 7: 52:41No. 6: 58:06No. 5: 1:01:29No. 4: 1:08:37No. 3: 1:13:58No. 2: 1:18:17No. 1: 1:30:25Last Word: 1:33:52Join our Baseball Groupchat!Subscribe to Our New Newsletter!Use Code "JUSTBASEBALL" when signing up on BetMGMCheck out Thompson Cigars and use my code JUSTBASEBALL for a great deal: https://thompsoncigar.comCheck out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comCheck out Aura.com: https://aura.com/Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Thompson Cigars and use my code JUSTBASEBALL for a great deal: https://thompsoncigar.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-just-baseball-show/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jack and Aram count down Just Baseball's top dogs at first base heading into 2026.Intro: 0:00Honorable Mentions: 7:16No. 10: 15:21No. 9: 20:02No. 8: 25:35No. 7: 29:16No. 6: 33:50No. 5: 38:27No. 4: 45:40No. 3: 58:43No. 2: 1:06:49No. 1: 1:11:15Last Word: 1:16:15Join our Baseball Groupchat!Subscribe to Our New Newsletter!Use Code "JUSTBASEBALL" when signing up on BetMGMCheck out Thompson Cigars and use my code JUSTBASEBALL for a great deal: https://thompsoncigar.comCheck out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comCheck out Aura.com: https://aura.com/Our Sponsors:* Check out Aura.com: https://aura.com/remove* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Thompson Cigars and use my code JUSTBASEBALL for a great deal: https://thompsoncigar.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-just-baseball-show/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Aram and Peter break down Just Baseball's top 10 catchers for the 2026 season! Join our Baseball Groupchat!Subscribe to Our New Newsletter!Use Code "JUSTBASEBALL" when signing up on BetMGMCheck out Thompson Cigars and use my code JUSTBASEBALL for a great deal: https://thompsoncigar.comCheck out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comCheck out Aura.com: https://aura.com/Our Sponsors:* Check out Aura.com: https://aura.com/remove* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Thompson Cigars and use my code JUSTBASEBALL for a great deal: https://thompsoncigar.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-just-baseball-show/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Which teams had the best offseasons so far in Major League Baseball? Ryan and Peter rank their top five, keeping it positive! They also discuss the recent free-agent signings: Harrison Bader to the San Francisco Giants and Seranthony Domínguez to the Chicago White Sox. Time Stamps: Honorable Mentions: 0:00 Dodgers: 5:07Orioles: 10:18 Red Sox: 18:24 Mets: 24:34 Blue Jays: 34:22 Free Agents: 42:48Join our Baseball Groupchat!Subscribe to Our New Newsletter!Use Code "JUSTBASEBALL" when signing up on BetMGMCheck out Thompson Cigars and use my code JUSTBASEBALL for a great deal: https://thompsoncigar.comCheck out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comCheck out Aura.com: https://aura.comOur Sponsors:* Check out Aura.com: https://aura.com/remove* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Thompson Cigars and use my code JUSTBASEBALL for a great deal: https://thompsoncigar.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-just-baseball-show/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Aram, Peter and Ryan discuss the Freddy Peralta trade to the Mets and the MacKenzie Gore trade to the Rangers in detail before diving into the top 5 Utility Players.Freddy Peralta to Mets: 0:00MacKenzie Gore to Rangers: 28:00Top 5 Utility Players: 57:00Check Out Ellie Huffman's Art!Join our Baseball Groupchat!Subscribe to Our New Newsletter!Use Code "JUSTBASEBALL" when signing up on BetMGMCheck out Thompson Cigars and use my code JUSTBASEBALL for a great deal: https://thompsoncigar.comCheck out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comCheck out Aura.com: https://aura.comOur Sponsors:* Check out Aura.com: https://aura.com/remove* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Thompson Cigars and use my code JUSTBASEBALL for a great deal: https://thompsoncigar.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-just-baseball-show/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Peter and Ryan discuss Cody Bellinger's return to the Yankees before Aram joins to talk about the Mets trade for Luis Robert. Finally, some crazy Mets mock trades to cap off the offseason.Join our Baseball Groupchat!Subscribe to Our New Newsletter!Use Code "JUSTBASEBALL" when signing up on BetMGMCheck out Thompson Cigars and use my code JUSTBASEBALL for a great deal: https://thompsoncigar.comCheck out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comCheck out Aura.com: https://aura.com/removeOur Sponsors:* Check out Aura.com: https://aura.com/remove* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Thompson Cigars and use my code JUSTBASEBALL for a great deal: https://thompsoncigar.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-just-baseball-show/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Aram and Jack start the Positional Top 10 breakdowns for 2026 on the Just Baseball Show! They start with the premier sluggers of the sport.Check Out Ellie's Art!Join our Baseball Groupchat!Subscribe to Our New Newsletter!Get Your Just Baseball MerchUse Code "JUSTBASEBALL" when signing up on BetMGMCheck out Thompson Cigars and use my code JUSTBASEBALL for a great deal: https://thompsoncigar.comCheck out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comCheck out Aura.com: https://aura.com/removeOur Sponsors:* Check out Aura.com: https://aura.com/remove* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Thompson Cigars and use my code JUSTBASEBALL for a great deal: https://thompsoncigar.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-just-baseball-show/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Buster Olney is BACK! He joins Jack and Peter from Australia to dissect what he's heard around the league in the aftermath of Kyle Tucker signing with the Dodgers and Bo Bichette signing with the Mets. Then, they get into the latest on Cody Bellinger and the trade market.Text "BASEBALL" to 29017 for 20% off of your next purchase at LIDSJoin our Baseball Groupchat!Subscribe to Our New Newsletter!Get Your Just Baseball MerchUse Code "JUSTBASEBALL" when signing up on BetMGMCheck out Thompson Cigars and use my code JUSTBASEBALL for a great deal: https://thompsoncigar.comCheck out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comCheck out Aura.com: https://aura.com/removeOur Sponsors:* Check out Aura.com: https://aura.com/remove* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Thompson Cigars and use my code JUSTBASEBALL for a great deal: https://thompsoncigar.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-just-baseball-show/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

As loaded of a show as we've had in quite some time! Aram and Jack, with the assistance of Ryan Finkelstein, catch up on a day of pure chaos.Intro: 0:00Kyle Tucker: 0:52Bo Bichette: 21:26JT Realmuto: 46:41Mariners: 53:09Royals: 1:05:17Reds: 1:18:40Text "BASEBALL" to 29017 for 20% off of your next purchase at LIDSJoin our Baseball Groupchat!Subscribe to Our New Newsletter!Get Your Just Baseball MerchUse Code "JUSTBASEBALL" when signing up on BetMGMCheck out Thompson Cigars and use my code JUSTBASEBALL for a great deal: https://thompsoncigar.comCheck out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comCheck out Aura.com: https://aura.com/removeOur Sponsors:* Check out Aura.com: https://aura.com/remove* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Thompson Cigars and use my code JUSTBASEBALL for a great deal: https://thompsoncigar.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-just-baseball-show/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Peter and Ryan discuss the end of the world as we know it. Late on Thursday, Kyle Tucker agreed to a four-year, $240M deal to join the Los Angeles Dodgers. What does this mean for the Dodgers? What does this mean for the impending lockout? How will the teams that lost out on Tucker react? We cover all of it here!Text "BASEBALL" to 29017 for 20% off of your next purchase at LIDSJoin our Baseball Groupchat! Subscribe to Our New Newsletter!Get Your Just Baseball MerchUse Code "JUSTBASEBALL" when signing up on BetMGMCheck out Thompson Cigars and use my code JUSTBASEBALL for a great deal: https://thompsoncigar.comCheck out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comCheck out Aura.com: https://aura.com/removeOur Sponsors:* Check out Aura.com: https://aura.com/remove* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Thompson Cigars and use my code JUSTBASEBALL for a great deal: https://thompsoncigar.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-just-baseball-show/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Big announcement at the beginning of the show! After that, Aram and Peter talk through the Ryan Weathers trade from the Marlins to the Yankees while playing GM for Miami, and then they come together to make the Braves and Phillies true World Series contenders. Time Stamps: Big Announcement: 0:00 Ryan Weathers Trade: 5:06Playing GM (Marlins): 18:02Playing GM (Braves): 43:31 Playing GM (Phillies): 1:05:58 Willi Castro Rockies: 1:25:23 Text "BASEBALL" to 29017 for 20% off of your next purchase at LIDSJoin our Baseball Groupchat! Subscribe to Our New Newsletter!Get Your Just Baseball MerchUse Code "JUSTBASEBALL" when signing up on BetMGMCheck out Thompson Cigars and use my code JUSTBASEBALL for a great deal: https://thompsoncigar.comCheck out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comCheck out Aura.com: https://aura.com/removeOur Sponsors:* Check out Aura.com: https://aura.com/remove* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Thompson Cigars and use my code JUSTBASEBALL for a great deal: https://thompsoncigar.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-just-baseball-show/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Peter and Ryan open with the Red Sox's latest move, signing Ranger Suarez to a five-year, $130M deal. After that, they served as General Manager for the Detroit Tigers and the Minnesota Twins. Last but certainly not least, ESPN's Paul Hembekides joins Peter to fill out his 2026 Hall of Fame Ballot. Time Stamps: Ranger Suarez Red Sox: 0:00 Detroit Tigers GM: 16:40 Minnesota Twins GM: 39:40 2026 HOF Ballot: 54:51 Text "BASEBALL" to 29017 for 20% off of your next purchase at LIDSSubscribe to Our New Newsletter!Get Your Just Baseball MerchUse Code "JUSTBASEBALL" when signing up on BetMGMCheck out Thompson Cigars and use my code JUSTBASEBALL for a great deal: https://thompsoncigar.comCheck out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comCheck out Aura.com: https://aura.com/removeOur Sponsors:* Check out Aura.com: https://aura.com/remove* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Thompson Cigars and use my code JUSTBASEBALL for a great deal: https://thompsoncigar.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-just-baseball-show/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Peter and Jack open by discussing the Nolan Arenado trade sending him from St. Louis to Arizona. Then, they try to rebound for Boston, retool for Tampa, and run it back with Milwaukee.Intro: 0:00Nolan Arenado: 2:41Kyle Tucker: 12:57Red Sox: 17:00Rays: 51:06Brewers: 1:05:26Text "BASEBALL" to 29017 for 20% off of your next purchase at LIDSSubscribe to Our New Newsletter!Get Your Just Baseball MerchUse Code "JUSTBASEBALL" when signing up on BetMGMCheck out Thompson Cigars and use my code JUSTBASEBALL for a great deal: https://thompsoncigar.comCheck out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comCheck out Aura.com: https://aura.com/removeOur Sponsors:* Check out Aura.com: https://aura.com/remove* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Thompson Cigars and use my code JUSTBASEBALL for a great deal: https://thompsoncigar.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-just-baseball-show/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jack and Aram are joined by the radio play-by-play voice of the Toronto Blue Jays, Ben Shulman. They get into a variety of topics with Ben, including the Jays' busy (and expensive) offseason, the fanbase's attachment to the roster, his experience calling a World Series a booth away from his dad, and more!Text "BASEBALL" to 29017 for 20% off of your next purchase at LIDSSubscribe to Our New Newsletter!Get Your Just Baseball MerchUse Code "JUSTBASEBALL" when signing up on BetMGMCheck out Thompson Cigars and use my code JUSTBASEBALL for a great deal: https://thompsoncigar.comCheck out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comCheck out Aura.com: https://aura.com/removeOur Sponsors:* Check out Aura.com: https://aura.com/remove* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Thompson Cigars and use my code JUSTBASEBALL for a great deal: https://thompsoncigar.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-just-baseball-show/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Aram and Jack kick off the show by reacting to the big news of Alex Bregman's 5-year, $175 million contract with the Chicago Cubs. Is this it for the Northsiders? How do the Red Sox pivot? Also, and update on the Bichette and Bellinger market.Text "BASEBALL" to 29017 for 20% off of your next purchase at LIDSSubscribe to Our New Newsletter!Get Your Just Baseball MerchUse Code "JUSTBASEBALL" when signing up on BetMGMCheck out Thompson Cigars and use my code JUSTBASEBALL for a great deal: https://thompsoncigar.comCheck out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comCheck out Aura.com: https://aura.com/removeOur Sponsors:* Check out Aura.com: https://aura.com/remove* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Thompson Cigars and use my code JUSTBASEBALL for a great deal: https://thompsoncigar.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-just-baseball-show/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jack and Peter start the show by discussing the reports of Max Kepler's 80-game PED suspension and Ketel Marte staying put in Arizona. Then, they shoot to better three different teams (with different expectations) in the American League.Intro: 0:00MLB Headlines: 4:48Yankees: 15:17Guardians: 1:02:48Rangers: 1:19:27Last Word: 1:33:20Text "BASEBALL" to 29017 for 20% off of your next purchase at LIDSSubscribe to Our New Newsletter!Get Your Just Baseball MerchUse Code "JUSTBASEBALL" when signing up on BetMGMCheck out Thompson Cigars and use my code JUSTBASEBALL for a great deal: https://thompsoncigar.comCheck out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comCheck out Aura.com: https://aura.com/removeOur Sponsors:* Check out Aura.com: https://aura.com/remove* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Thompson Cigars and use my code JUSTBASEBALL for a great deal: https://thompsoncigar.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-just-baseball-show/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Aram and Jack dissect the deal sending Edward Cabrera from the Marlins to the Cubs for Owen Caissie, Cristian Hernandez and Edgardo De Leon to open the show. Then, they tackle two remaining teams in the NL West and a plucky White Sox bunch with Elijah Evans.Intro: 0:00Cabrera: 1:40Diamondbacks: 21:40Padres: 44:29White Sox: 1:05:20Text "BASEBALL" to 29017 for 20% off of your next purchase at LIDSSubscribe to Our New Newsletter!Get Your Just Baseball MerchUse Code "JUSTBASEBALL" when signing up on BetMGMCheck out Thompson Cigars and use my code JUSTBASEBALL for a great deal: https://thompsoncigar.comCheck out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comCheck out Aura.com: https://aura.com/removeOur Sponsors:* Check out Aura.com: https://aura.com/remove* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Thompson Cigars and use my code JUSTBASEBALL for a great deal: https://thompsoncigar.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-just-baseball-show/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Aram and Peter dive into the AL West by putting their General Manager hats on. They start with the Houston Astros... could they make another significant move after signing Tatsuya Imai? Next up is the Angels, who can sneakily build a solid team with a few moves, and last but not least, the A's, who have a star-studded lineup but need a few tweaks before making a serious run. Time Stamps: Playing GM Astros: 0:00Playing GM Angels: 37:33Playing GM A's: 58:52Text "BASEBALL" to 29017 for 20% off of your next purchase at LIDSSubscribe to Our New Newsletter!Get Your Just Baseball MerchUse Code "JUSTBASEBALL" when signing up on BetMGMCheck out Thompson Cigars and use my code JUSTBASEBALL for a great deal: https://thompsoncigar.comCheck out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comCheck out Aura.com: https://aura.com/removeOur Sponsors:* Check out Aura.com: https://aura.com/remove* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Thompson Cigars and use my code JUSTBASEBALL for a great deal: https://thompsoncigar.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-just-baseball-show/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The two marquee free agents coming over from Japan are officially off the books, with Tatsuya Imai signing a three-year, $54 million deal with the Houston Astros and Kazuma Okamoto putting pen-to-paper for four years and $60 million with the Toronto Blue Jays. All three hosts break it down, and get into trade rumblings at the end!Read Aram's Tatsuya Imai Breakdown HEREText "BASEBALL" to 29017 for 20% off of your next purchase at LIDSSubscribe to Our New Newsletter!Get Your Just Baseball MerchUse Code "JUSTBASEBALL" when signing up on BetMGMCheck out Thompson Cigars and use my code JUSTBASEBALL for a great deal: https://thompsoncigar.comCheck out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comCheck out Aura.com: https://aura.com/removeOur Sponsors:* Check out Aura.com: https://aura.com/remove* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Thompson Cigars and use my code JUSTBASEBALL for a great deal: https://thompsoncigar.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-just-baseball-show/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

With the New Year fast approaching, Jack and Aram sit down to reshape the NL Central. On the docket: the frugal Cubs, the splashy Pirates, and the semi-rebuilding Cardinals.Intro: 0:00Cubs: 2:17Pirates: 29:31Cardinals: 51:42Read Aram's Tatsuya Imai Breakdown HEREText "BASEBALL" to 29017 for 20% off of your next purchase at LIDSSubscribe to Our New Newsletter!Get Your Just Baseball MerchUse Code "JUSTBASEBALL" when signing up on BetMGMCheck out Thompson Cigars and use my code JUSTBASEBALL for a great deal: https://thompsoncigar.comCheck out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comCheck out Aura.com: https://aura.com/removeSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-just-baseball-show/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jack and Aram start the show by discussing Tyler Soderstrom's extension with the Athletics before getting into the latest free agent signings and where the top remaining free agents may land.Tyler Soderstrom: 0:00A's/Eflin: 10:00Fairbanks: 18:00Tucker/CBA: 24:00Okamoto/Imai: 34:00Imai/Rest of FA: 44:00Read Aram's Tatsuya Imai Breakdown HEREText "BASEBALL" to 29017 for 20% off of your next purchase at LIDSSubscribe to Our New Newsletter!Get Your Just Baseball MerchUse Code "JUSTBASEBALL" when signing up on BetMGMCheck out Thompson Cigars and use my code JUSTBASEBALL for a great deal: https://thompsoncigar.comCheck out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comCheck out Aura.com: https://aura.com/removeSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-just-baseball-show/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jack and Peter start the show by discussing Ryan O'Hearn's two-year, $29 million deal with the Pittsburgh Pirates before turning the NL West on its head.Intro: 0:00Ryan O'Hearn: 2:17Vizual Edge: 10:25Dodgers: 12:29Giants: 48:35Rockies: 1:11:21Text "BASEBALL" to 29017 for 20% off of your next purchase at LIDSSubscribe to Our New Newsletter!Get Your Just Baseball MerchUse Code "JUSTBASEBALL" when signing up on BetMGMSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-just-baseball-show/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Aram and Jack catch up on all of the headlines from the past few days in Major League Baseball, including Munetaka Murakami's 2-year, $34 million deal with the White Sox, Willson Contreras being dealt to the Boston Red Sox, and Jeff McNeil heading to Sacramento.Willson Contreras: 0:00Baz Trade: 10:00McNeil Trade: 18:00PIT/TB/HOU Trade, Murakami: 24:00SD Moves: 34:00Strahm/Keller/Weaver: 42:00Text "BASEBALL" to 29017 for 20% off of your next purchase at LIDSSubscribe to Our New Newsletter!Get Your Just Baseball MerchUse Code "JUSTBASEBALL" when signing up on BetMGMSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-just-baseball-show/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jack and Peter start the show with an immediate reaction to the trade that sent Shane Baz to Baltimore for four prospects and a Comp. A pick. Then, they dissect the USA and DR WBC rosters before chatting with newest Blue Jay Cody Ponce!Intro: 0:00Shane Baz: 3:35Team USA: 21:55Team DR: 35:10Cody Ponce Interview: 46:40Text "BASEBALL" to 29017 for 20% off of your next purchase at LIDSSubscribe to Our New Newsletter!Get Your Just Baseball MerchUse Code "JUSTBASEBALL" when signing up on BetMGMSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-just-baseball-show/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Aram and Peter attack two of the bigger players in the offseason to this point: the Toronto Blue Jays and the Baltimore Orioles. Toronto has already dropped a bag on Dylan Cease and spent $30 million (or north of) on both Cody Ponce and Tyler Rogers. Baltimore, meanwhile, has traded for Taylor Ward and brought Pete Alonso to the Charm City. What else is left?Text "BASEBALL" to 29017 for 20% off of your next purchase at LIDSSubscribe to Our New Newsletter!Get Your Just Baseball MerchUse Code "JUSTBASEBALL" when signing up on BetMGMSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-just-baseball-show/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Playing GM is back! Peter and Ryan conduct the Mets autopsy off the top. Then, Jack and Ryan build the Mets back up before pivoting to the new-look Washington Nationals.Mets Autopsy: 0:00Playing GM for Mets: 43:51Playing GM for Nats: 1:12:35Text "BASEBALL" to 29017 for 20% off of your next purchase at LIDSSubscribe to Our New Newsletter!Get Your Just Baseball MerchUse Code "JUSTBASEBALL" when signing up on BetMGMSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-just-baseball-show/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jack and Aram kick off the week by playing catchup on all of the latest MLB Headlines. From the Royals' active week to Adolis Garcia, Robert Suarez and Tyler Rogers finding new homes, Just Baseball has you covered.Reliever Market (10m): 0:00Reliever Market (Cont.) (8m): 10:00Merrill Kelly (6m): 18:00Royals (Maikel/Lane/trade) (10m): 24:00Adolis Garcia/Mike Yaz (8m): 34:00Dustin May/Morel/Bell (6m): 42:00Text "BASEBALL" to 29017 for 20% off of your next purchase at LIDSSubscribe to Our New Newsletter!Get Your Just Baseball MerchUse Code "JUSTBASEBALL" when signing up on BetMGMSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-just-baseball-show/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jack and Peter start the show by breaking down Pete Alonso's 5-year, $155 million deal with the Baltimore Orioles. Then, they hit a conversation with Aram in Orlando for immediate reaction on the Pete deal.Intro: 0:00Pete Alonso: 2:55Vizual Edge: 17:00Alonso From Mets Lens: 19:56Aram From Orlando: 38:09Finishing Up: 1:00:10Join our Free Agent Contest!Text "BASEBALL" to 29017 for 20% off of your next purchase at LIDSSubscribe to Our New Newsletter!Get Your Just Baseball MerchUse Code "JUSTBASEBALL" when signing up on BetMGMOur Sponsors:* Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/justbaseballSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-just-baseball-show/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy