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Happy Monday, Daylight Burners. I spent Father's Day doing exactly what I wanted to do: watching baseball and yelling at my kids, and the baseball gods gave us a stupid amount of chaos to talk about. I kick things off with my A's splitting a four-gamer with the Angels in West Sac – Friday night was pure insanity. The A's go up early, the Angels rip off 11 straight, Oakland claws back with bombs from Jacob Wilson and Max Muncy, Jonah Heim ties it with a pinch‑hit two‑run shot down to the last strike, and Big Amish walks it off with a bases‑loaded walk after wearing the golden sombrero all night. Then reality hits: a hangover shutout on Saturday and the bullpen coughing it up Sunday with a late Guzmán three‑run shot and yet another Zach Neto dagger to drop the finale 9–7. From there I roll through the Rockies stealing a legit series from the Pirates – including outdueling Paul Skenes 2–1 at Coors, with Tomoyuki Sugano and Jaden Hill slamming the door and Kyle Freeland hitting 1,000 career strikeouts. I give Freeland a big hat tip as a Denver kid who came all the way up through the Rockies system. We talk about the Tigers absolutely needing a weekend like this and getting it: they sweep the White Sox in Detroit behind Tarik Skubal's second start back from elbow surgery, back‑to‑back “ding dongs” from Dylan Dingler (17th and 18th of the year), and Matt Vierling walking it off in extras. I've been hyping Kaider Montero for a while and he shoves seven innings in that series. Around the league I hit all the big series: Cubs hang 16 on the Blue Jays with Carson Kelly's grand slam and Ben Brown shoving, then Toronto claws back the next day. Reds roll into the Bronx and actually take a series off the Yankees behind Cam Schlittler's 13‑K gem and Chase Burns' eighth straight win, only giving up a solo shot to Ben Rice (his 22nd of the year). Rays edge the Nationals, Marlins quietly sweep the Giants in Miami, and the Brewers avoid a sweep in Atlanta with a William Contreras four‑hit day and Robert Gasser's first win since May 2024. Rangers take a wild set from the Padres, with Wyatt Langford hitting a moonshot into the third deck and Nathan Eovaldi grinding out a win. Astros beat back Cleveland behind Yordan Alvarez's 25th homer, and I'm cashing in on him on my Spinball lineup. Royals and Cardinals trade blows on I‑70 with JJ Wetherholt going deep twice in a 12–10 St. Louis win. Twins absolutely bury the Diamondbacks 16–8 with a 10‑run fifth, 20 hits, then come back Sunday to take the series behind Josh Bell's pinch‑hit RBI and a late rally. Red Sox roll into Seattle, win the series, and force the Mariners to lean on a big Logan Gilbert outing to avoid the sweep. Orioles stroll into Dodger Stadium, beat Yamamoto behind seven scoreless from Trevor Rogers, then beat the brakes off L.A. 12–1 on Father's Day with bombs from Taylor Ward, Colton Cowser, Pete Alonso and Blaze Alexander. Phillies absolutely destroy the Mets: Kyle Schwarber hits three homers on Saturday, adds another on Sunday, and Bryce Harper hits for the first cycle of his career while Christopher Sánchez and Zack Wheeler shove. I close it out with a lap around the standings: Yankees still leading the AL East but wobbling, Cleveland back on top of the Central, Mariners barely clinging to a game‑and‑a‑half lead over my A's in a West where everybody's around .500, Braves still on top of the NL East but feeling the Phillies breathing down their necks, Brewers holding serve in the Central, and the Dodgers doing Dodgers things despite dropping a series to Baltimore. Then I look ahead to tonight's slate: Garrett Cole vs Framber Valdez, Hunter Brown vs Dylan Cease, a Japanese‑on‑Japanese matchup with Shota Imanaga vs Kodai Senga, a big Brewers–Reds set in Cincy, Dodgers at Twins in what might be an “over” special, Guardians–White Sox for the AL Central lead, and more. A's are off today before heading into San Francisco for a huge three‑game set with Aaron Civale vs Robbie Ray in Game 1, and I lay out why Oakland needs at least two wins there before they see the Angels again. Hope all you dads had a good Father's Day. I know I did. Don't let your butt crack show, and move your ass – we're Burnin' Daylight. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Yankees are back in first place, holding a three-game lead in the AL East despite missing Aaron Judge and dealing with multiple injuries throughout the roster. In Episode 127 of The Chase for 28, Chris and the Podcast Padre break down a month of Yankees baseball, including the emergence of Spencer Jones, continued contributions from Jasson Domínguez, and a team that keeps finding ways to win.The guys discuss Gerrit Cole's return, the bullpen's continued inconsistency, trade deadline priorities, the catching situation, and whether Anthony Volpe still has a long-term future in the Bronx. Plus, a celebration of the Knicks' championship run, retirement reflections from the Podcast Padre, and another Yankees trivia question for the listeners.Topics DiscussedYankees move into first place in the AL EastCurrent standings and playoff outlookWhy weekly baseball analysis beats daily overreactionsAaron Judge injury update and expected return timelineBen Rice's All-Star caseHome Run Derby concernsSpencer Jones getting everyday opportunitiesJasson Domínguez continuing to developGiancarlo Stanton's lingering injury situationGoldschmidt's resurgence at first baseThe Yankees' ongoing catching problemsAnthony Volpe's future with the organizationBullpen concerns heading toward the trade deadlineCam Schlittler's continued emergencePotential trade deadline targetsTarik Skubal discussionUpcoming schedule and All-Star break outlookCelebrating the Knicks championshipRetirement reflections from the Podcast PadreYankees TriviaSince 2000, only two Yankees have won the American League MVP Award. Aaron Judge is one. Who is the other?Answer: Alex RodriguezThis Episode: Name the 3 Yankees besides Aaron Judge to win the AL MVP award 3 times with the Yankees.Bullpen Q&A ☎️You have opinions just like we do, so we want to hear from you!Send voicemail http://chasefor28.com/voicemailEmail us: feedback@chasefor28.comConnect on X: @chasefor28podConnect on Instagram: @chasefor28podMerch

Sam breaks down why the Tampa Bay Rays need to bring the same energy, confidence, and execution they show at home into their road games if they want to stay in control of the AL East and make a serious postseason push.

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On Game Preview 75 hosted by Nick Alberga he dives into another dominant bullpen performance leading Toronto to a 3-0 shutout victory over the Boston Red Sox and Andres Gimenez's hot June continues. We also discuss the ongoing struggles of Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Despite driving in two runs, Vladdy's June numbers continue to raise questions about his approach and power production. When will the Blue Jays superstar find his swing again? Looking ahead, Trey Yesavage gets the ball as Toronto looks for the sweep against Boston. We preview his matchup against Sonny Gray, and discuss what Yesavage needs to do to continue building confidence against AL East opponents. Plus, we cover the Blue Jays trading Tyler Heineman to the Angels for cash considerations and prospect Sean Keys' unbelievable power surge in Triple-A Buffalo. We finish with Nick's picks presented by bet365.LIVE every game day one hour before first pitch right here on the Blue Jays Nation YouTube channel and on Instagram @BlueJaysNation.Subscribe and turn on notifications so you never miss an episode of Flight Deck.Thanks to our partners:bet365: http://www.bet365.caTable Fare + Social: https://www.tablefoodhall.com/#BlueJays #TorontoBlueJays #MLB #BlueJaysNation #FlightDeck Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Yankees are rolling along in first place in the AL East while the Mets continue to struggle with inconsistency. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chris Rose and Trevor Plouffe discuss the hottest stories in baseball Monday through Friday!   Thanks to our partners at T-Mobile for sponsoring today's episode.   Use code JOMBOY for up to 44% off your next Create order: https://trycreate.co/discount/JOMBOY?redirect=/pages/jomboy&utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=partnership&utm_campaign=jomboymedia&utm_content=Baseball-Today   Whether you're just wanting to test an idea out, or you're getting serious about launching your own brand, it's never been easier to get started on https://shopify.com/today.   https://fanaticsmarkets.onelink.me/3MFw?pid=jomboy&af_dp=fanmarkets%3A%2F%2Fhomepage&af_channel=partnerships&c=jomboy_fmx&af_ad=youtube&af_web_dp=https%3A%2F%2Ffanaticsmarkets.com%2F%3Fpid%3Djomboy%26c%3Djomboy_fmx%26af_ad%3Dyoutube%26utm_source%3Djomboy%26utm_medium%3Dreferral%26utm_campaign%3Djomboy_fmx%26utm_content%3Dyoutube   Event contracts carry risk of total loss and changing prices. Not good  for all investors. Not available in all states. Must be 21+. See Important Disclosures in Fanatics Markets app. Customers are introduced to Crypto.com by Paragon Global Markets, LLC, d/b/a Fanatics Markets IB, an Introducing Broker registered with the CFTC and a Member of the NFA.   https://shop.jomboymedia.com/products/all-star-party-philadelphia?_pos=1&_sid=4b05bf2fa&_ss=r&variant=45899062345926   Shop your favorite gear from the Jomboy Media store. Click here to shop today! https://shop.jomboymedia.com/   00:00 INTRO 02:59 Did we just witness the best pitching performance in baseball history? 12:03 White Sox beat the Dodgers! Are they the 2nd best team in the AL? 25:42 Guardians lose Jose Ramirez to hamate injury 35:16 How wide is the gap between the Yankees and the next best team in the AL East? 43:19 Drama in Baltimore and more quick-hitters from the weekend 56:29 OUTRO     Follow us on X/Instagram: @ChrisRoseSports   Chris Rose on X/Instagram: @ChrisRose   Trevor Plouffe on X/Instagram @TrevorPlouffe   Follow all of our content on https://jomboymedia.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker recap the Blue Jays' weekend series against the New York Yankees, why some of their biggest takeaways weren't the lack of extra base hits, whether Alejandro Kirk should have started the second game, growing concerns with how the bullpen performed against New York, Yankees shortstop Jose Caballero's pitch clock antics and John Schneider's thoughts on the issue. Then the guys head to the Back Leg Line to hear from fans about the team and how they played against the AL East-leading Yankees.  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Mark's Birthday Surprise at the Ballpark Mark celebrates a milestone birthday with a surprise family reunion organized by his wife Karen. The whole family attended a Tampa Bay Rays vs. Miami Marlins game at LoanDepot Park (Marlins Park), where Mark got a "Grand Slam" scoreboard shoutout, a birthday button, and a slice of chocolate cake delivered to his seat  behind the dugout. Special thanks to Lou Schiff for his help with this nightTampa Bay Rays RecapThe Rays are 5-5 in their last 10 games but have swept all AL East opponents.Drew Rasmussen delivered back-to-back dominant starts: 9 Ks in 7 innings (87 pitches) vs. the Marlins, followed by 13 Ks in 7 innings (97 pitches) vs. the Red Sox  - 22 strikeouts over two games.The Rays beat Boston 7 - 5, overcoming a shaky eighth inning.Yandy Díaz is on fire in June: .444 AVG, .475 OBP, 1.058 OPS -  the hosts discuss Yandy's impact on younger hitters like Junior CamineroAaron Judge's injury opens a window for the Rays to take the AL East division crown outright, potentially reducing playoff risk.Mat breaks down how the Yankees' and Blue Jays' health issues shift the competitive landscape.Mike Trout's FutureWill Trout pull a "Ray Bourque" & join a contender to chase a World Series ring?Mat predicts he lands with the Dodgers; Mark dreams of Trout joining Randy Arozarena and Julio Rodríguez on the Seattle Mariners.Softball's "River" Rule Mark shares a curiosity from John Boy Media's YouTube channel: a women's softball rule where a batter crowding the plate in a certain zone (the "river") is NOT awarded first base after being hit by a pitch.Ken Babby & the Rays in the Community Mark attended an Embarc Tampa quarterly leadership meeting featuring Rays CEO Ken Babby. Highlights include Babby's background at The Washington Post's digital division (working alongside Steve Jobs on iPad rollout), his ownership of the Akron RubberDucks and Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp, and his commitment to diversity - the Jumbo Shrimp were the only minor league team with a black general manager. That GM is now joining the Rays organization. The team also has upcoming community events including an Evan Longoria tribute night and a Juneteenth celebration.Sports, Community & Belonging Mat reflects on how championship runs — like the Blue Jays' World Series wins and the Montreal Canadiens' recent playoff run — unite cities across all cultures and backgrounds. The hosts discuss the undervalued economic and social impact of sports franchises on their communities.Women's Baseball in the SpotlightThe hosts preview a busy summer for women's baseball in Illinois.Women's Baseball World Cup Group Stage — Coming to Rivet Stadium in Rockford, IL (capacity ~4,000). Six teams, three games per day, USA plays the night game. Finals are set for 2027, also in Rockford.All-American Girls Professional Baseball League (AAGPBL) reunion events.Baseball For All (founded by Dr. Justine Siegel) — grassroots tournaments and camps that have become pipelines to the Women's Pro Baseball League.Women's Pro Baseball League — launching in August in Springfield, IL.Guest interview with Ryan Woodward of the International Women's Baseball Center, discussing the Women's Baseball Heritage Trail (historic stops across the US and Canada) and the World Cup group stage.Tampa-Area Baseball ShoutoutsSt. Leo University wins the NCAA Division II Softball Championship.University of Tampa Spartans win the NCAA Division II Baseball Championship — a three-peat! Mark gives a special tribute to the late Tony Saladino, whose grandson Nico Saladino played on the previous UT championship team.Remember to like and subscribe to BaseballBiz On Deck. You may also find BaseballBiz on Deck, on YouTube at iHeart Apple, Spotify, Amazon Music, and at baseball biz on deck dot com. Also you can find Mat @matgermain.bsky.social  or Mark at baseballbizondeck@gmail.com and BaseballBiz On Deck with Facebook social 

Chris McMonigle celebrates a Yankees sweep of the Guardians on the road, as they continue their extended ownership over AL Central opponents. Chris applauds the team's effort to pick up three wins without Aaron Judge, and raves about the contributions from Paul Goldschmidt so far this season (7:00). Plus, Austin Wells' injury update and the catching problem that is not going away (8:45), the continued Anthony Volpe discourse and why he should be sent down as soon as Jasson Dominguez or Giancarlo Stanton are ready to return (11:50), and a full recap of the series sweep (22:24).

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Rays 4-3 win over the Red Sox as they improve to 11-0 vs. the AL East at Tropicana Field. 3 Rays pitchers combined to only throw 92 pitches led by Nick Martinez who made it into the 8th inning. Plus a mailbag question on the Rays and Bucs Stadium plans and where they stand right now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Yankees rallied in the eighth inning against Boston for a big win on Sunday, pulling them into a tie with the Rays for first place in the division. Chris breaks down the short series against the Red Sox, but starts with the latest news on Aaron Judge and when his ribs injury likely occurred. C-Mac pushes back on the narrative that the recent Judge revelations highlight an issue with how the Yanks handle injuries (2:10). He then reacts to the series split with the Red Sox (10:11), Trent Grisham's continued improvement, Cody Bellinger proving he was the right choice over Kyle Tucker this offseason, and if Ryan Weathers is showing signs of fatigue. Plus, why Anthony Volpe can no longer be the team's starting shortstop (21:00).

The Tampa Bay Rays have turned their home ballpark into a fortress against their biggest rivals. After improving to 12-0 at home against AL East opponents this season, the Rays continue to prove they can dominate the games that matter most. On this episode of The Drive with TKras, TKras examines what that remarkable record says about this team and how it impacts their chances in one of baseball's toughest divisions. Is it a sign of a legitimate contender? Does winning consistently against division opponents create a psychological edge as the season progresses? And how much could this home-field dominance matter when the playoff race heats up? TKras breaks down the Rays' success against the AL East, discusses what's driving their dominance at home, and explains why these wins could pay major dividends in the standings as the season unfolds.

Trysta Krick from the Heat Check podcast & Daily W Sports & the Let Her Shoot podcast joins the show to help break down the NBA Finals, league news & the WNBA.

Kris and Ryan discuss the Yankees' series split with the Red Sox as the team has tied for first place in the AL East after trailing by as much as five games just a few weeks ago! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Yankees rallied in the eighth inning against Boston for a big win on Sunday, pulling them into a tie with the Rays for first place in the division. Chris breaks down the short series against the Red Sox, but starts with the latest news on Aaron Judge and when his ribs injury likely occurred. C-Mac pushes back on the narrative that the recent Judge revelations highlight an issue with how the Yanks handle injuries (2:10). He then reacts to the series split with the Red Sox (10:11), Trent Grisham's continued improvement, Cody Bellinger proving he was the right choice over Kyle Tucker this offseason, and if Ryan Weathers is showing signs of fatigue. Plus, why Anthony Volpe can no longer be the team's starting shortstop (21:00).

MLB.com Blue Jays Reporter joined OverDrive to discuss how the Aaron Judge injury will affect the AL East, the inconsistency of the Jays' offense, John Schneider's role in the team trying to find success and the Jays' injury situation.

Join Bryan Hayes, Jeff O'Neill and Jamie McLennan for Hour 1 on OverDrive! MLB.com Blue Jays Reporter Keegan Matheson joins to discuss how the Aaron Judge injury will affect the AL East, the inconsistency of the Jays' offense and John Schneider's role in the team trying to find success. The guys discuss the Hurricanes comeback win in Game 2, the Leafs meeting with McKenna and the Leafs' plans for the NHL draft, and Dylan Larkin's trade request.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 7-2 win over the Braves to wrap up the road trip with a win in Atlanta! They take your calls and texts, and discuss the offence coming through with ten hits, two walks, and three earned runs off Chris Sale - what makes them so good against the upper echelon of MLB pitching? They debate the usage of Louis Varland late in the game - should he simply be the closer no matter what? Plus, they get into another strong game for Nathan Lukes, what they saw from Charles McAdoo, and also discuss the news that Yankees superstar Aaron Judge will be out for a minimum of 4-6 weeks - is the AL East suddenly now wide open again?   The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

The Baltimore Orioles have propelled themselves back into the American League pennant race with an impressive two weeks of baseball against AL East foes as they finish the run in Toronto this weekend. Luke Jones and Nestor reset the Birds and the Wild Card picture as the next few weeks features some stiff competition with the Mariners, Padres and Dodgers coming soon. The post Luke Jones and Nestor reset Orioles weekend visit to Toronto and AL Wildcard picture first appeared on Baltimore Positive WNST.

In the final hour of the week, Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning welcome Nick Kypreos, co-host of Real Kyper and Bourne. They discuss John Tortorella's challenge, the Hurricanes' power play, and whether the series is back on after their comeback. They also explore the close Matthew Knies trade, Coach search updates for the Leafs, and the future of Dylan Larkin with the Red Wings. Next, they chat with Alanna Rizzo (26:50) about the Blue Jays' season and their hitting struggles, the team's offseason moves, the impact of Aaron Judge's injury, and the potential for avoiding a work stoppage. They wrap up by evaluating Kyle Tucker's season. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Former Tampa Bay Rays Pitcher Grant Balfour joins the Nick Wize Show to discuss the current state of the Rays. He talks about the World Series year of 2008 & discusses how this team can adjust to remain atop the AL East! It is a very insightful interview, that you will NOT want to miss!

Chris Rose and Trevor Plouffe discuss the hottest stories in baseball Monday through Friday!   Thanks to our partners at T-Mobile for sponsoring today's episode.   Text “TODAY” to 29017 to get 15% off your next in-store headwear or apparel purchase at Lids!   Register and learn more at https://www.bajablasthomeruns.com/. Subject to complete offer terms & restrictions. Offer activates at 9 AM ET for 24 hours the day after at least one 420 ft home run is hit. Limited to 1 offer per day and 5 redemptions per person all season. Ends 9/26/26 or when 500,000 redemptions have been reached, whichever occurs first.   https://fanaticsmarkets.onelink.me/3MFw?af_xp=email&pid=jomboy&af_dp=fanmarkets%3A%2F%2Fhomepage&af_channel=partnerships&af_click_lookback=7d   Event contracts carry risk of total loss and changing prices. Not good  for all investors. Not available in all states. Must be 21+. See Important Disclosures in Fanatics Markets app. Customers are introduced to Crypto.com by Paragon Global Markets, LLC, d/b/a Fanatics Markets IB, an Introducing Broker registered with the CFTC and a Member of the NFA.   Shop your favorite gear from the Jomboy Media store. Click here to shop today! https://shop.jomboymedia.com/   00:00 INTRO 03:09 Is Jacob deGrom a Hall of Famer? 14:16 Are the Mariners the biggest threat to whoever comes out of the AL East? 24:56 D-Backs are looking like a true contender right now? 33:58 What has gone wrong for the Royals this year? 45:50 Disappointed they didn't know who this was?? 49:47 OUTRO   Follow us on X/Instagram: @ChrisRoseSports   Chris Rose on X/Instagram: @ChrisRose   Trevor Plouffe on X/Instagram @TrevorPlouffe   Follow all of our content on https://jomboymedia.com  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Blake Murphy is joined by Davy Andrews of Fangraphs to talk Blue Jays, Daulton Varsho and Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Afterwards, Sportsnet's Eric Smith (27:51) pop by to analyze the decision to use Jeff Hoffman in the 9th on Saturday and the week ahead for Toronto. Jon Morosi (51:09) of MLB Network joins to talk Jacob deGrom's legacy, where Toronto stands in the AL East and more. Lastly, Jesus Cano (1:16:06) of the Athletic joins to talk everything about the NL East leading Braves including their dominant pitching staff and Ronald Acuna Jr. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Rob, Ed, and Jeremy discuss if they think it's realistic that the Orioles can compete for the AL East.

Baseball Hall of Famer/MLB on FOX Analyst John Smoltz and Rich break down what's shaping up to be a hotly-contested National League Cy Young Award race, if the Tampa Bay Rays can hold off the New York Yankees to win the AL East, their upcoming American Century Classic celebrity golf tournament in Lake Tahoe, and more. Commanders WR Terry McLaurin and Rich discuss the outlook for Washington's 2026 season including Jayden Daniels' mindset after an injury-riddled sophomore year, the team drafting fellow Ohio State Buckeye Sonny Styles, and more. Rich refutes a Rams fan caller who has reservations about trading for Myles Garrett and says why L.A. was smart to get the 7-time All-Pro DE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

When the Toronto Blue Jays went on their incredible World Series run last season, there was plenty of hope that it was the start of what could be a dominant run by a stacked team. Fast forward to 2026, and Toronto finds itself in a bit of a sticky situation. Although, based on last year's success, all hope might not be lost just yet. On this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, Jordan Shusterman is joined by special guests Ben Nicholson-Smith and Shi Davidi to break down what has gone wrong this year for the reigning American League champions and whether injuries are the main reason for their sluggish first two months. Even though the Blue Jays might be nine games back in the AL East, they currently hold a Wild Card spot, and with players returning from the IL, it still could be a very exciting summer in Canada. Also on this episode, Jordan and Ben talk about the remarkable turnaround season the Chicago White Sox are having, which sees them sitting just one game back in the AL Central while also occupying a Wild Card spot. Instead of being sellers at the deadline, they could find themselves as buyers. However, with the injury to rookie sensation Munetaka Murakami, will the White Sox be able to tread water until he returns? The guys then discuss the Seattle Mariners' use of piggyback pitching, the New York Yankees continuing to impress and their thoughts on the latest power rankings. 2:37 - The Opener: White Sox roll on 19:54 - Nationals also offering a turnaround 35:01 - Issues plaguing the Blue Jays 51:30 - State of Toronto pitching and hitting 1:09:27 - Around the League: Mariners pitching strategy 1:21:38 - Power rankings thoughts Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:

We've seen better baseball from the Baltimore Orioles over the past two weeks and after a 7-3 homestand with some walkoffs and walkovers, Luke Jones and Nestor give the Birds a June "reset" as they head to Fenway Park and then to Skydome in Toronto to tackle more of the AL East, where they hope to make up ground as a sub .500 squad thus far. The post Luke Jones and Nestor give Orioles a June reset headed to Fenway Park for BoSox first appeared on Baltimore Positive WNST.

Jim Riley from BALLCAP Sports joins the show to explain the MLB labor negotiations. Are we getting a salary cap (& floor) or a lock out? What about expansion? Jim speaks on the first place TB Rays, Shohei Ohtani & award candidates. The disastrous NY Mets. Tarik Skubal & more.

Full Show Broadcast. Jim Riley from BALLCAP Sports joins the show in hour 1. Is MLB getting a salary cap or a lock out? The NBA Finals will be set after Saturday's game 7 between the Spurs & Thunder. The Stanley Cup FInal could be set after tonight as well. Plus Gene has 2 rounds of shots, Tim Schneider's take & last call.

RaysUp -  Kimbrel joins the Rays on a Rough Road TripMark and Mat recorded this live while watching the Tampa Bay Rays wrap up a painful road trip in Baltimore, with the Orioles leading 5-0 early and eventually extending the lead. Despite the tough loss, the guys cover a packed agenda of Rays news, roster moves, and big-picture topics.Topics Covered1. Painful Baltimore Road TripThe Rays are getting roughed up in their final game in Baltimore. Steve Matz dominates early, putting up a 5-run first inning. The Orioles lineup — including standouts Ward and Alonso — is clicking at the right time.2. Shane Baz & The X-Rays WatchFormer Ray Shane Baz continues to impress with the Orioles, looking better than he ever did in Tampa. Mat notes his extension with Baltimore signals they're committed to him long-term, while discussing what the Orioles gave up (Grayson Rodriguez) and what they gained.3. Craig Kimbrel Signs with the RaysThe biggest roster news: the Rays signed talented veteran pitcher Craig Kimbrel. Mark and Mat break down:His career stats: 440 saves, 2018 World Series champion, 5x All-Star, 13.9 K/9 career rateHis walk rate dropping from 14% to 8% in 2026How the Rays coaching staff ("horse whisperer") can optimize his pitch mix and deceptive deliveryHis potential leadership value in the clubhouse alongside J.P. MartinezThe fun discussion about his signature pre-pitch lean-in routine — and what it means in the PitchCom era4. Victor Mesa Jr. Joins the RosterMat is excited about the outfielder's speed, power, defense, and baserunning — calling him a picture-perfect fit for the Rays' 2026 style of play. He profiles alongside Ryan Vilade, Chandler Simpson, and Cedric Mullins in the outfield mix.5. Bullpen Depth & Starting PitchingJonathan Heasley called up from Durham as Jesse Scholten hits the IL — Mat sees Heasley as a Zack Littell–type reclamation projectHunter Bigge still searching for his groove after returning from injuryGriffin Jax showing some fatigue; managing workloads is criticalCharlie Morton floated as a potential bullpen/reliever target for a short-season role6. Wander Franco Pardoned in the Dominican RepublicA sobering segment. Mat and Mark discuss:The Dominican Republic court's pardon and what it meansMLB's position as the ultimate decision-maker on reinstatementThe $182 million in guaranteed money still owed by the RaysHow political pressure (domestic and international) could influence MLB's rulingThe morals clause question and whether it applies across jurisdictions7. Fan Culture & Left Field EnergyA lighter moment: the shirtless fans in left field at Tropicana Field have become a genuine phenomenon. Mat compares it to beach culture; Mark notes even with only 11,000 in attendance, the noise was palpable and the players were visibly feeding off it.8. Stadium SituationMat flags the ongoing stadium issue as still unresolved and worth watching. Mark mentions plans to research how a similar stadium project in Tennessee (Nippon Stadium) navigated the political and business hurdles.9. Big Picture: Rays Are Still in Great ShapeDespite the rough road trip, Mat closes on an optimistic note:2nd overall pick in the upcoming draftCompensation pick available in trade packagesStrong minor league system (FCL crew standouts, Caden Bodine promoted)Just need a .500 record from here to reach 90 winsA significant trade expected before the All-Star break — watch the San Francisco Giants and Robbie RayUpcoming on the ScheduleRays return home — Angels series next (a chance to get the bats going)Mark & Karen heading to Miami to catch the Rays vs. Marlins. Thank you Lou Schiff (right behind the dugout!)BaseballBiz On Deck is produced by Mark Corbett and Mat Germain. New episodes drop regularly throughout the baseball season.Remember to like and subscribe to BaseballBiz On Deck. You may also find BaseballBiz on Deck, on YouTube at iHeart Apple, Spotify, Amazon Music, and at baseball biz on deck dot com. Also you can find Mat at M-A-T-G-E-R-M-A-I-N dot B Sky social. That's Mat at M-A-T-G-E-R-M-A-I-N dot B, Sky social or Mark at baseballbizondeck at gmail.com and BaseballBiz On Deck with Facebook social 

The Yankees are back on track and gaining in the AL East after a sweep of the Royals while the Rays were swept in Baltimore. Chris McMonigle says the dynamic in the division has drastically changed in a matter of days. He also raved about Gerrit Cole's dominant performance, and how it is the best version of Cole he has seen in his Yankee tenure (7:45). Plus, Cole's return reinforces that there is no way the Yanks are trading for Tarik Skubal (15:15). Chris also sounds off on the continued complaints about the Yankee bullpen (29:30), why Anthony Volpe has earned more time as the starting shortstop (38:00), and why Austin Wells needs to be benched against lefty starters (54:50).

Read this article from The Athletic alongside us: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7308039/2026/05/27/mlb-season-predictions-expectations-2026-version-2/ Go to http://www.shadyrays.com  and use code WAKENJAKE for 50% off 2+ pairs of polarized sunglasses. Book your next trip at https://www.bestwestern.com +++++++ Timestamps: 0:00 What We Will Talk About Today 1:15 SO Much Baseball to Be Played   12:10 NL East   17:00 NL Central 21:55 NL West   26:15 AL East   30:30 AL Central   33:50 AL West 39:35 MVP Picks   42:50 AL Cy Young Award 47:00 NL Cy Young Award 57:40 Knicks are in the NBA Finals  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Full Hour 2 in The Sports Bar. Gene kicks off hour 2 with more embarrassing NY Mets news. Terrible Time Timmy's Terrible Take is here. Shots & more sports stories. Betting expert joins the show to lend his insights on best bets. Gene wraps it all up in last call.

Our favorite Baltimorean & betting expert PJ Glasser stops in to share his best best in sports. Who does PJ Like to win the AL East?

Full Show Broadcast. Gene is pumped for the red hot Rochester Red Wings. The NBA Finals & Stanley Cup Final are almost set. Buffalo Bills OTAs continue. Sal Capaccio has all of your OTA details. Shots & Timmy shares his hot take. PJ Glasser brings the heat with his best bets. Don't forget about last call.

The Knicks are not just going to the NBA Finals, they are doing it with a killer instinct that has changed the way fans and critics view this team. Evan Roberts and Tiki Barber discuss why New York's refusal to ease up in closeout games shows a championship mentality, with Jalen Brunson setting the tone and Karl Anthony Towns making it clear that the job is not finished. Evan and Tiki react to fans calling in from the road back from Cleveland, debate whether this dominant run makes the Knicks the team to beat, and explain why their mentality feels different from teams that celebrate too early. They also touch on the Yankees' dramatic win over Kansas City, Anthony Volpe's clutch ninth inning hit, and how a wild swing in the AL East helped New York avoid a damaging stretch.

MLB.com Blue Jays Reporter Keegan Matheson joined OverDrive to discuss the Blue Jays and Marlins' series, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. 's injury timeline, Alejandro Kirk making a return, the turnover of the lineup, the positioning in the AL East, Max Scherzer and Shane Bieber's return and more.

Mired in a 4-for-35 skid and without a home run or an RBI in 11 games heading into Sunday's series finale in the Bronx, Aaron Judge delivered a walk-off homer to propel the Yankees past the Rays and within 4 1/2 games of first place in the AL East. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker talk to Blue Jays manager John Schneider (0:40) ahead of the team's return to the Rogers Centre, where they will host the Pittsburgh Pirates. The skipper shares injury updates, reflects on the Jays' road trip, Andrés Giménez's approach adjustments, Adam Macko's potential, Brandon Valenzuela's game-to-game growth, what a save against the Yankees means for Jeff Hoffman, and much more. Jeff continues on the Friday edition solo, and he weighs in on who will be the odd men out with Alejandro Kirk and Nathan Lukes nearing a return. To close out the week, ESPN MLB insider Jeff Passan stops by (24:50) to discuss Tarik Skubal's rapid progress after undergoing elbow surgery, whether he'll factor into this year's trade deadline, what Gerrit Cole's return means for the AL East landscape, why teams stay away from high school arms in the draft, and what the Jays can expect from the Pirates this weekend. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

The Rays have the best record in baseball but are close to the bottom of the league in home runs? Joe Maddon and Tom Verducci examine the differences in the AL East and the resurgence of the 'bunt'. Joe explains when he had players swing away on a 3-0 count. How many pitches does a pitcher really need? Tom notes Shohei Ohtani's growth as a pitcher. Plus, a warning that Joe takes very seriously! The Book of Joe Podcast is a production of iHeart Radio. #fsrSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

MLB Network Analyst and Intentional Talk Host Ryan Dempster joined OverDrive to discuss the overview of the Blue Jays' start to the season, Trey Yesavage's excellence on the mound, Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s cold stretch, the Rays leading the AL East, Shohei Ohtani's two-way dominance and more.

Join Bryan Hayes, Jamie McLennan and Jonas Siegel for Hour 2 on OverDrive! MLB Network Analyst and Intentional Talk Host Ryan Dempster joins to discuss the Blue Jays' season overview, Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s cold start and the Rays' red-hot in the AL East. They dive into Jeff Probst spoiler on Survivor, William Hung's singing on American Idol, the Canadiens' potential against the Hurricanes in the Eastern Conference Final and Bryan hands out his FanDuel Best Bets.

The Rays have the best record in baseball but are close to the bottom of the league in home runs? Joe Maddon and Tom Verducci examine the differences in the AL East and the resurgence of the 'bunt'. Joe explains when he had players swing away on a 3-0 count. How many pitches does a pitcher really need? Tom notes Shohei Ohtani's growth as a pitcher. Plus, a warning that Joe takes very seriously! The Book of Joe Podcast is a production of iHeart Radio. #fsrSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker recap the Blue Jays' 2-1 win over the Yankees, Trey Yesavage's first start at Yankee Stadium, signs of positivity with the Jays' bullpen performance, Vlad Jr.'s at-bat, Brandon Valenzuela's crucial bunt, and Toronto's outfield defence issues. Then, Sports Illustrated's and MLB Network's Tom Verducci stops by (26:00) to chat about Yesavage's historic and meteoric rise from the Minors, World Series, and now a starter in the Jays' rotation, how Toronto's ballclub stacks up against the AL East through May, the pitch mix that Vladdy is receiving, how pitchers and hitters are always experimenting with their attacks, and if the Yankees are a better team in 2026 than last year.  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Chris Rose and Trevor Plouffe discuss the hottest stories in baseball Monday through Friday!   Thanks to our partners at T-Mobile for sponsoring today's episode.   Save on essentials. Save the everyday with Amazon. https://www.amazon.com   Find out how baseball hits different with T-Mobile at https://www.T-Mobile.com/MLB   Register and learn more at https://www.bajablasthomeruns.com/. Subject to complete offer terms & restrictions. Offer activates at 9 AM ET for 24 hours the day after at least one 420 ft home run is hit. Limited to 1 offer per day and 5 redemptions per person all season. Ends 9/26/26 or when 500,000 redemptions have been reached, whichever occurs first.   Shop your favorite gear from the Jomboy Media store. Click here to shop today! https://shop.jomboymedia.com/   00:00 INTRO 03:16 Angels go from being no-hit to a walk-off winner 12:20 Padres beat the Dodgers in game one 25:04 PCA speaks to media over incident with fan 42:33 Will the Blue Jays and/or Orioles compete in the AL East this year? 52:49 Did this make sense or were the White Sox screwed? 1:01:27 OUTRO   Follow us on X/Instagram: @ChrisRoseSports   Chris Rose on X/Instagram: @ChrisRose   Trevor Plouffe on X/Instagram @TrevorPlouffe   Follow all of our content on https://jomboymedia.com  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker recap the New York Yankees series opening win over the Blue Jays, how both teams found ways to score runs, Yariel Rodriguez's 7th inning collapse, George Springer and Vlad Jr.'s at-bats against David Bednar in the 9th, Dylan Cease vs. the Yankees, how the relievers are working to keep runners from stealing and Brandon Valenzuela's home plate tag attempt on Anthony Volpe. Then, YES Network analyst and 4x all-star pitcher with the Yankees, Dellin Betances, stops by (23:37) to share his thoughts on how top-heavy the AL East has become, his experience pitching at Yankee Stadium, how Aaron Boone has evolved as a manager, and roles out of the bullpen.  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

(00:00) From Godsmack's spooky hit Voodoo to a failed attempt to host a screening of The Warriors at a local movie theater - which ultimately fell through because the movie distributor wanted half the gate - the guys open the show talking about a wide range of topics.(24:18.455)(35:13.993) WHAT HAPPENED LAST NIGHT: The Boston Red Sox lost 8-4 to the Tampa Bay Rays on Thursday night at Fenway Park, snapping their three-game winning streak and falling to 16-22, last place in the AL East.Please note: Timecodes may shift by a few minutes due to inserted ads. Because of copyright restrictions, portions—or entire segments—may not be included in the podcast.CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & HARDY: linktr.ee/ToucherandHardyFor the latest updates, visit the show page on 985thesportshub.com. Follow 98.5 The Sports Hub on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. Watch the show every morning on YouTube, and subscribe to stay up-to-date with all the best moments from Boston's home for sports!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Chicago Cubs are absolutely on fire and the boys are asking the big question: is this historic run actually sustainable? Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman dive into the Cubs' nine-game winning streak, their dominance at home and what's fueling the best record in baseball. Plus, they discuss the red-hot Tampa Bay Rays and whether they can seriously challenge the New York Yankees in the AL East. Then it's time to go around the league. The guys break down the Yankees calling up towering prospect Spencer Jones and debate whether the Bronx Bombers may have found another version of Aaron Judge. They also discuss the latest on Tarik Skubal after his successful elbow surgery before opening up the mailbag to answer your best questions from around the baseball world. To close out the show, Good, Bad & Uggla makes its glorious return. The boys chat about Jim Palmer, Kazuma Okamoto, the painfully struggling offense of the San Francisco Giants and plenty more chaos from another wild week around MLB. Timetamps: (1:00) – Chicago Cubs on a historic run: can they keep it up? (21:30) – Tampa Bay Rays are on fire: can they compete with the Yankees? (29:00) – Yankees call-up top prospect Spencer Jones (41:15) – Tarik Skubal surgery update (47:15) – Bar-B-Cast Mailbag (1:04:00) - The Good (1:10:00) - The Bad (1:18:30) - The Uggla Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:

Evan Roberts and Tiki Barber dive into a loaded New York sports hour, starting with Tiki becoming public enemy number one in Philadelphia after his blunt Joel Embiid comments inspired a full blown diss track. The conversation turns from Philly outrage to a busy Yankees afternoon, with lineup decisions, injury concerns, and the pressure of staying ahead in the AL East all on the table. The guys also debate whether players should show sportsmanship in the postseason, how fans really think about opponent injuries, and why OG Anunoby's status could shape the Knicks' championship hopes. From Yankees parking tips to playoff mind games and the latest round of injury anxiety, this episode captures the chaos, humor, and tension of a huge New York sports day.