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Alanna Rizzo, Katie Woo, and Clint Pasillas dive into the latest out of spring training for the Los Angeles Dodgers. And we continue our look at the biggest competition in the National League with a focus on the Cubs with guest Sahedev Sharma joining the show! The Dodgers made their next round of roster cuts for the spring. Were there any surprising moves (1:45)? Katie and Clint share their thoughts. Which under the radar player has stood out most during Cactus League play (5:17)? The hosts discuss a couple guys for positive reasons -- James Tibbs III and Jackson Ferris -- and one guy for the wrong reason -- Roki Sasaki (8:42). (13:46) Sahadev Sharma, host of Northside Territory, FT's Cubs show, talks about the state of the Cubs following a busy offseason. How did the NL Central contender get better with the swap of Kyle Tucker for Alex Bregman in the lineup? Plus, do the Cubbies have enough starting pitching? What was Kyle Tucker like behind the scenes in Chicago (22:15)? And did Pete Crow-Armstrong make a mistake with his comments about Dodgers fans? (33:18) The WBC is getting more and more exciting. The hosts talk about upcoming games in the tournament. Use our code TERRITORY10 for 10% off your next SeatGeek order* seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TERRITORY10 Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discount Start your 7-day free trial today at FOXOne.com Check out DT merch at https://dodgersterritoryshop.com Support Guidry's Guardian at https://guidrysguardian.org Find Clint on YouTube at https://youtube.com/@alldodgers Follow Katie's work at The Athletic https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/author/katie-woo/ Subscribe to Dodgers Territory on YouTubeRate and review our podcast on Apple and SpotifySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ben Lindbergh and Meg Rowley banter about a Shohei Ohtani survey, early WBC action, Andrew McCutchen’s new team, Payton Tolle’s triple-digits t-shirt, ABS-driven changes to Alex Bregman’s and Bo Naylor’s listed heights, wonky player cards, why teams start spring training days so early, Dodgers pitching problems, and the prevalence of inventive slides, then preview the 2026 Seattle Mariners (50:22) with The Seattle Times’ Ryan Divish, and the 2026 Miami Marlins (1:34:43) with MLB.com’s Christina De Nicola, plus a few postscript updates (2:17:42). 2026 EW Season Preview Series ALBALCHWATHBOSCLEHOUNYYDETLAATBRKCRSEATORMINTEX NLATLCHCARIMIACINCOLNYMMILLADPHIPITSDPWSNSTLSFG .intro-team, .intro-team td { font-family: lato, Arial, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; margin-bottom: 20px; } .intro-team .intro-header { /*display: none;*/ text-align: center; } .team-lg { text-align: center; width: 100%; } /* [class^="team-box-"] > div { display: inline-block; width: 48%; } [class^="team-box-"] > div table { width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; } [class^="team-box-"] > div td { background-color: #efefef; border: 1px solid #ccc; line-height: 2; text-align: center; cursor: default; } [class^="team-box-"] > div a { color: #000; text-decoration: none; display: block; width: 100% } [class^="team-box-"] > div a:hover { color: #50ae26; } [class^="team-box-"] > div a.link-inactive { color: #aaa; } */ Audio intro: Justin Peters, “Effectively Wild Theme” Audio interstitial 1: Cory Brent, “Effectively Wild Theme” Audio interstitial 2: Tom Rhoads, “Effectively Wild Theme” Audio outro: Alex Glossman and Ali Breneman, “Effectively Wild Theme” Link to YouGov survey Link to Team USA vs. Rockies recap Link to WBC soundtrack story Link to MLBTR on McCutchen Link to Speier on Tolle Link to Tolle max velos Link to in-season velo data 1 Link to in-season velo data 2 Link to in-season velo article Link to 2025 info on height changes Link to 2025 Naylor page Link to 2026 Naylor page Link to 2024 Bregman page Link to 2025 Bregman page Link to 2026 Bregman page Link to 2024 Lux page Link to 2025 Lux page Link to wonky Ohtani card Link to wonky Judge card Link to wonky Bregman card Link to wonky Naylor card Link to email about giant player Link to early starts post Link to Baumann on Sasaki Link to FG World Series odds Link to Crizer on slides Link to Sam on slides Link to Naylor’s inclusiveness comments Link to team payrolls page Link to Mariners offseason tracker Link to Mariners depth chart Link to “Boys Podcast” SNL skit Link to Ryan’s author archive Link to Marlins offseason tracker Link to Marlins depth chart Link to Christina on Marlins’ elimination Link to Christina on Alcantara’s outing Link to “catcher’s balk” Link to Christina on pitch-calling Link to 2025 Marlins Pythag/BaseRuns Link to 2025 team RP WAR Link to 2025 team RP WPA Link to Pérez nickname article Link to grievance avoidance article Link to Lauren’s NL East post Link to Christina’s author archive Link to ball/strike ejections article Link to Brewers challenges tweet Link to Tango’s challenges tweet Link to Brewers challenges article Sponsor Us on Patreon Give a Gift Subscription Email Us: podcast@fangraphs.com Effectively Wild Subreddit Effectively Wild Wiki Apple Podcasts Feed Spotify Feed YouTube Playlist Facebook Group Bluesky Account Twitter Account Get Our Merch! var SERVER_DATA = Object.assign(SERVER_DATA || {}); Source
In the third hour, Mike Mulligan and David Haugh were joined by Score baseball insider Bruce Levine to discus the latest Cubs and White Sox storylines coming out of spring training. Later, BetMGM ambassador Chris Chelios joined the show to break down the Blackhawks' recent trades.
Tim Healey calls into the show and states that Roman Anthony should be playing baseball everyday, he weighs in on Payton Tolle's future and claims he will be a starter, and he believes that Wilson Contreras will be a good replacement for Alex Bregman.
Team USA’s unbelievable collection of talent includes two Cubs stars who could play prominent roles in this global event. Alex Bregman and Pete Crow-Armstrong are constantly talked about, but this is a huge moment for both players, and a sign of Chicago’s progress over the last several years. The Athletic’s Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney discuss Bregman’s influence on the team and how his presence has changed the tenor of this training camp. Plus, Crow-Armstrong’s deep connections to USA Baseball and how Cubs pitcher Matthew Boyd factors in the WBC plans.Start your 7-day free trial today at FOXOne.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Alex & Ty discuss the hot start to spring training for the newest Cubs star and ponder the question... does it actually matter? Then, the guys talk about other important spring notes as well as the upcoming World Baseball Classic weekend!Support this Show and Your Health! 15% Off Spark (Instructions: after clicking on the link, click on the "Energy" tab to find Spark: https://www.advocare.com/home/?D=130822575FREE Cubs Talk Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/cubstalkGo to www.setupman.net and subscribe to our mailing list to become a part of Setup Man Nation so you never miss a show! We also do free giveaways for those who are on our list!Check us out on social media:Instagram: https://bit.ly/setupmaninstaTwitter: https://bit.ly/setupmantwitter
Welcome to Tablesetters, where early-season baseball storylines are evaluated through context, projection, and structural impact rather than isolated spring highlights. As camps begin to stabilize, several early narratives are beginning to shape the broader landscape of the 2026 season — from international competition to emerging prospects and roster uncertainty around the league. We begin with the return of the World Baseball Classic, which arrives just as MLB spring training reaches its most competitive stretch. The tournament brings together 20 national teams competing across Tokyo, San Juan, Houston, and Miami, running through March 17. Japan enters as the defending champion after defeating Team USA in the 2023 final, while the United States returns with a roster built to pursue redemption. The Dominican Republic, Venezuela, and Puerto Rico also enter the tournament with lineups capable of making deep runs. Exhibition games leading into the tournament have already produced early signals. Team USA delivered one of the loudest statements, routing the San Francisco Giants 15–1. Paul Skenes dominated in his outing, striking out four hitters across three innings without issuing a walk, immediately reminding everyone why he has quickly become one of the most overpowering pitchers in the sport. Offensively, Alex Bregman launched a home run while Roman Anthony — a late addition to the roster after Corbin Carroll suffered a broken hand — delivered a two-run homer. The lineup surrounding them featured star power throughout with Aaron Judge, Bryce Harper, Bobby Witt Jr., and Byron Buxton. Japan's preparation was less smooth. Samurai Japan dropped an exhibition game despite a solo homer from Masataka Yoshida, a reminder that even the defending champions are still working through early-March rhythm. The tournament officially begins when Chinese Taipei faces Australia in Tokyo, opening the round-robin stage where five-team pools compete for two quarterfinal spots. Team USA opens its tournament Friday against Brazil before quickly facing Great Britain, Mexico, and Italy as Pool B begins to take shape. From international baseball we move to a structural shift arriving in Major League Baseball this season: the Automated Ball-Strike challenge system. Rather than replacing home plate umpires entirely, the league is introducing a hybrid model. Each team begins a game with two challenges, and only the pitcher, catcher, or hitter can initiate a challenge immediately after a call. If the challenge is successful, the team keeps it. Spring training has quickly become the testing ground for how teams will actually use the system. The Minnesota Twins have been among the most aggressive teams in challenging calls, leading the league in overturned decisions early in camp as they experiment with the margins of the strike zone. Meanwhile, the Athletics have stood out for efficiency, posting the highest challenge success rate in baseball so far by winning roughly seventy percent of their appeals. Leaguewide data suggests about half of all challenges are overturned, reinforcing the idea that the biggest edge may belong to players with elite strike-zone awareness rather than teams that simply challenge the most. Spring training has also produced several intriguing individual and organizational storylines. In Detroit's system, Kevin McGonigle is beginning to look like one of the most advanced young hitters in professional baseball. The 21-year-old shortstop recently opened an exhibition game by launching the first pitch he saw from former All-Star Luis Severino for a home run. McGonigle's combination of strike-zone discipline, elite contact ability, and emerging power recently earned him an 80-grade hit tool evaluation, the highest grade scouts can assign to a hitter. In limited spring action he has posted a .400/.471/.667 line, further reinforcing the belief that he could eventually become one of the defining hitters of the Tigers' next competitive window. In Colorado, the organization's long search for stability at first base continues more than a decade after Todd Helton's retirement. This spring that conversation centers around Charlie Condon and TJ Rumfield. Condon, the third overall pick in the 2024 draft out of Georgia, arrived in professional baseball with one of the most dominant offensive seasons in recent NCAA history, hitting 37 home runs while batting .433. His raw power could eventually play extremely well at Coors Field. Rumfield represents a different profile — a more experienced hitter who spent all of last season in Triple-A hitting .285 with an .825 OPS. Colorado now faces a familiar decision between accelerating a high-upside prospect or relying on the steadier upper-minors bat. Atlanta is dealing with a far more complicated roster situation. Jurickson Profar is facing a potential 162-game suspension after testing positive for a performance-enhancing drug for the second time within the past year. Under MLB's Joint Drug Prevention and Treatment Program, a second violation results in a full-season suspension and forfeiture of salary. Profar is expected to appeal the decision through the MLB Players Association, which leaves the Braves in a difficult holding pattern as they attempt to plan their Opening Day roster. If the suspension stands, Atlanta will suddenly need to replace a projected middle-of-the-lineup bat. Finally, one of the most closely watched prospects in baseball continues to generate attention in Pittsburgh. Konnor Griffin, the 19-year-old shortstop and the No. 1 prospect in the sport, has already launched three home runs in limited Grapefruit League action. Griffin's power-speed combination has drawn comparisons to some of the most dynamic young players in the game. Last season he hit .333 with 21 home runs and 65 stolen bases across three minor league levels, eventually finishing the year at Double-A. The bigger question now is timing. If Griffin were to make the Opening Day roster, he would become the first teenage hitter to debut in the majors since Ken Griffey Jr. in 1989. The Pirates may still choose to delay that debut for development or service-time reasons, but early spring performances are beginning to make that decision far more complicated. Spring training often produces noise, but the themes beginning to emerge this year feel more substantial: the return of baseball's biggest international tournament, a technological change that could reshape the strike zone conversation, and a wave of young talent preparing to define the next era of the sport. The season is approaching quickly. And the real signals are starting to appear.
Turns out, franchise tagging is a lot like real life Tag, no one really wants to be it. The Seahawks did not use the franchise tag on Kenneth Walker and to be honest, it would have been more surprising if they had used it. The reports out now are that the Seahawks will not sign Walker ahead of free agency, so we wait and see if Walker will return or land with another team. :30- We got our first look at Team USA yesterday and yeah, they look pretty decent! The Dominican team was very fired up to be playing an exhibition game, we can't wait to see how they are when the real games begin. :45- Finally, we are done having to preview the Seahawks facing Kyler Murray and his legs twice a season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the final hour, Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes were joined by Elise Menaker of the Marquee Sports Network to discuss the latest Cubs storylines in spring training. After that, Spiegel and Holmes discussed how DePaul men's basketball is faring lately as March is upon us.
(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand start the hour by discussing whether Jed Hoyer was flexing the Cubs muscles a bit with his recent comments about signing Alex Bregman.(8:06) The guys dive into a feel good story involving Cardinals and food.(21:03) We finish the hour by reacting to Vincent Goodwill's theory on how the Celtics will make everything work once Jayson Tatum returns.(32:12) Today's TakeawaysSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Captain America, AKA the ogre known by Yankee fans as Aaron Judge makes a speech to Team USA ahead of the the WBC that was uh.. AWFUL, LOL!
The Cardinals extend manager Oliver Marmol, Tarik Skubal has high praise for Tigers' prospect Kevin McGonigle, and the World Baseball Classic is about to begin. Buster Olney and David Schoenfield discuss. Plus, the guys draft World Series hopefuls that have the best chances of unseat the Los Angeles Dodgers. Then, Chicago Cubs president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer stops by to talk about how his perspective on the WBC has changed, recruiting Alex Bregman, what to expect from Pete Crow-Armstrong after a tough second half of 2025, and why Michael Busch is one of the league's most underrated players. Later, Buster previews the Cleveland Guardians and the Pittsburgh Pirates. Finally, Buster answers your questions during Bleacher Tweets. 0:00 David Schoenfield 9:45 Non-Dodger Contender Draft 20:19 Cubs GM Jed Hoyer 37:01 Headlines 38:15 Cleveland Guardians preview 39:39 Pittsburgh Pirates preview 40:51 Bleacher Tweets CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEET Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Cardinals extend manager Oliver Marmol, Tarik Skubal has high praise for Tigers' prospect Kevin McGonigle, and the World Baseball Classic is about to begin. Buster Olney and David Schoenfield discuss. Plus, the guys draft World Series hopefuls that have the best chances of unseat the Los Angeles Dodgers. Then, Chicago Cubs president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer stops by to talk about how his perspective on the WBC has changed, recruiting Alex Bregman, what to expect from Pete Crow-Armstrong after a tough second half of 2025, and why Michael Busch is one of the league's most underrated players. Later, Buster previews the Cleveland Guardians and the Pittsburgh Pirates. Finally, Buster answers your questions during Bleacher Tweets. 0:00 David Schoenfield 9:45 Non-Dodger Contender Draft 20:19 Cubs GM Jed Hoyer 37:01 Headlines 38:15 Cleveland Guardians preview 39:39 Pittsburgh Pirates preview 40:51 Bleacher Tweets CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEET Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes were joined by Elise Menaker of the Marquee Sports Network to discuss the latest Cubs storylines in spring training.
The Show: A NY Post baseball podcast with Joel Sherman & Jon Heyman
On a new episode of "The Show," Joel Sherman & Jon Heyman are joined by Cubs President of Baseball Operations Jed Hoyer. Jed talks about the mounting pressure for the Cubs to make a run, how they landed Alex Bregman in free agency, the trade for Edward Cabrera and why they decided to move from Kyle Tucker. Plus, Joel & Jon get into who the X-Factors are in the Mets, Yankees lineup and on the mound. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
HR4 - Arcand revisits the Red Sox and Sam Kennedy's interview with The Greg Hill Show this morning. Who is going to fill the leadership void that was left behind when Alex Bregman signed with the Cubs this offseason? In tonight's Arcand Fire: The Bruins are reportedly interested in a reunion with Jake Debrusk ahead of next week's trade deadline, Arcand picks his team for a hypothetical Trial of 7 with his WEEI coworkers, and Producer Zach Coe has seen enough of the Masataka Yoshida experience in Boston. Finally, Christian reacts to the story of a North Carolina woman that turned up after going missing for 25 years.
(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand start the hour with Celtics HC Joe Mazzulla joining Zolak & Bertrand to discuss the latest on the Jayson Tatum front, Coach of the Year voting, and the state of the team.(17:25) The crew goes back and forth on Peter Schrager's latest update on the AJ Brown front.(26:08) We touch on Alex Bregman's viral IG post with Rafael Devers.(36:03) The guys finish the hour with Revolution goalkeeper Matt Turner returning the show, as he touches on the state of the team, his usage leading up to the World Cup, and artificial turf vs. real grass.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
(0:00) Felger, Mazz, and Murray open the show reacting to an Instagram post of Alex Bregman and Rafael Devers together and if it was a shot at the Red Sox. (16:57) The callers give their thoughts on the Red Sox. (25:54) Reacting to what Mike Vrabel had to say to the media today at the NFL Scouting Combine. (32:50) More caller reaction to all that the guys have talked about on the show. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Jason Varitek sits down with the crew to discuss the energy of the Red Sox and how they all want to improve. He praises what Alex Bregman did for the team and also mentions his expectations for the team this year.
The Leads include questioning if Trent Williams is a guy the Patriots should be interested in, wondering how much of a toll Alex Bregman's absence will leave, bringing up how much pressure Alex Cora is under this season, and questioning why people are slamming the USA Men's Hockey team for being at the State of the Union address.
The crew kicks off the show going around and sharing what their expectations are for the Red Sox this season. The Leads include the impact of Alex Bregman's absence and the USA men's hockey team receiving backlash for attending the State of Union address. Wilyer Abreu joins the show and explains that Boston sports expectations are high and how he's feel health wise.
Jason Varitek joins the crew to discuss the energy of the current Red Sox, the importance of Alex Bregman while he was here, and claiming that his expectations are to win the world series. They said it includes Eliot Wolf answering if he's satisfied with Drake Maye and Reggie Miller saying that the Celtics are the scariest team in the East with or without Jayson Tatum
David Haugh and Clay Harbor continued to discuss the top sports stories of the day in the Pick 6 segment.
The Show: A NY Post baseball podcast with Joel Sherman & Jon Heyman
On a new episode of "The Show," MLB agent Scott Boras joins Joel Sherman and Jon Heyman. Scott discusses Tarik Skubal's historic arbitration win and his upcoming free agency. Later, he details Pete Alonso and Alex Bregman's free agency and shares a report card on the two owners in this city, Steve Cohen and Hal Steinbrenner. Plus, Joel and Jon share their early impressions from Mets and Yankees spring training. 0:00 Intro 1:30 Which Teams Helped Themselves Most This Offseason? 7:04 Which Teams Hurt Themselves Most This Offseason? 11:20 Early Impressions From Mets Spring Training 16:15 Early Impressions From Yankees Spring Training 28:04 Scott Boras Joins The Show! 1:06:36 Hit Or Error Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
WEEI presents a collection of reactions from The Greg Hill Show, Jones & Keefe, and WEEI Afternoons to Sam Kennedy and Red Sox brass defending their handling of Rafael Devers and Alex Bregman with both now playing for other teams
WEEI presents a collection of reactions from The Greg Hill Show, Jones & Keefe, and WEEI Afternoons to Sam Kennedy and Red Sox brass defending their handling of Rafael Devers and Alex Bregman with both now playing for other teams
WEEI presents a collection of reactions from The Greg Hill Show, Jones & Keefe, and WEEI Afternoons to Sam Kennedy and Red Sox brass defending their handling of Rafael Devers and Alex Bregman with both now playing for other teams
Eric Hosmer and Buster discuss Hos' breakout candidates for the spring, and the deep seated issues facing the MLBPA. Next, Jesse Rogers stops by to share his thoughts on Alex Bregman in a Cubs uniform, Pete Crow-Armstrong as an x-factor in the league, the change in leadership in the players' union, and why Andrew Miller will play a key role in the labor negotiations. Then, Buster previews the Chicago Cubs. Later, Buster talks to Ken Davidoff about his new book “101 Lessons from the Dugout” and why some players aren't made for the New York market. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 4:57 Eric Hosmer 24:54 Jesse Rogers 38:45 Chicago Cubs Preview 39:46 Ken Davidoff 51:00 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Eric Hosmer and Buster discuss Hos' breakout candidates for the spring, and the deep seated issues facing the MLBPA. Next, Jesse Rogers stops by to share his thoughts on Alex Bregman in a Cubs uniform, Pete Crow-Armstrong as an x-factor in the league, the change in leadership in the players' union, and why Andrew Miller will play a key role in the labor negotiations. Then, Buster previews the Chicago Cubs. Later, Buster talks to Ken Davidoff about his new book “101 Lessons from the Dugout” and why some players aren't made for the New York market. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 4:57 Eric Hosmer 24:54 Jesse Rogers 38:45 Chicago Cubs Preview 39:46 Ken Davidoff 51:00 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
(0:00) Mazz, Big Jim, and Paul Perillo begin an Agenda Free Friday with thoughts on the Red Sox and the Olympics.(11:35) Mazz has some thoughts on the Red Sox and Alex Bregman. (27:21) Two-time Olympic gold medalist Brandi Chastain calls in to share her thoughts Mazz' Tiers.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
(0:00) Back to calls on Agenda Free Friday; topics include Red Sox and Patriots team building.(14:56) Mazz re-visits Sam Kennedy's comments on Alex Bregman.(23:05) Email of the Day and the week in review to close out the show.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand start the hour taking calls and discussing when the Celtics should target a Jayson Tatum return.(11:27) The whole crew gives their top 5 most important Red Sox for the 2026 season.(22:40) We talk about the Red Sox off-season plan and how Alex Bregman ended up walking.(29:27) We close the hour by proving Zolak wrong about a point he made early in the Finland-Canada game.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Laurence talks with Fox 32's Tina Nguyen about her journey to Chicago from Texas and what she learned covering Sox and Cubs Spring Training.POD LOG1:00: Tina's Path to Chicago5:50 Covering Championship Rallies10:10 What's covering Texas HS football like?12:15 Parents first time at a Football game14:26: "I struggled with being Asian-American."16:10 Why her dad moved to America.19:00 Moving to Chicago21:40 Watching Munetaka Murakami adapt to Sox22:57 Getz on Murikama26:43: Cubs and Sox on different paths27:50: Tina's chat with Craig Counsell30:53 Alex Bregman's Impact32:19: The pressure that's on PCA38:10 Being an Asian woman in sports42:10: Tina's crazy Uber RideOur Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/house-of-l-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Sam Kennedy blamed Alex Bregman for a deal not getting done with the Red Sox, then walked it back the next day. -More Bregman Drama -Roman Anthony Team USA -Yoshida Roster Spot -Our First Baseball Games -Jake Bennett Early Standout -Casas Narrative -Most Jacked Red Sox NEW LADIES & UNISEX MERCH: https://section10merch.com Use promo code “Jared” to get up to $1000 in bonus credits AND a special pick on Underdog! PLAY HERE: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/pc-d2PyPbHAPu Get Blue Moon Light delivered by visiting https://get.bluemoonbeer.com/JARED for delivery options. #ad Protect your family with life insurance from Ethos now, by going to https://Ethos.com/SECTION #ad Ultra is the ultimate guilt-free pouch — delivering instant focus and mental clarity, without nicotine or caffeine. New customers can use code 'SECTION10' to get 15% off at https://TakeUltra.com. #ad 0:00 - Intro 1:05 - Excited To Talk Sox 2:40 - Jake Bennett 3:35 - Sam Kennedy 14:01 - Kennedy Walks Back Comments 32:15 - 2026 Expectations 36:44 - Opening Day In Cincinnati 41:00 - First Baseball Games 47:48 - Manifest TV Show 52:26 - Jake Bennett Early Standout 56:10 - Bullpen Updates 1:03:15 - Masataka Yoshida Update 1:21:54 - Roman Anthony Team USA 1:25:15 - Other Red Sox Players In WBC 1:28:40 - Triston Casas Narrative 1:35:28 - Durbin At 3rd, Mayer At 2nd 1:43:20 - Carlos Narváez Played Whole Year Injured 1:49:05 - Rounding Out T's Manifesto 1:57:50 - Fanatics Jerseys 2:07:22 - Final Thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
“The day where the Red Sox spend like the Dodgers or Phillies is not coming," says WEEI's Christian Arcand. Where do you think they'll finish in what may shape up to be a highly-competitive AL East?
From 'Play Tessie' (subscribe here): To the surprise of many, we actually heard Red Sox ownership speak in the form of Tom Werner. Gordo, Sammy, and Pat react to the candid comments Werner made about the Rafael Devers' saga and losing Alex Bregman. Also, should fans want ownership to speak out honestly or just to squash any stories that come up? And, Devers may still be in a Red Sox uniform if first base didn't become an issue with Triston Casas going down last season. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Its time to start looking towards the start of baseball season, but Sam Kennedy and company took a step back by relitigating the past regarding Alex Bregman. What kind of bullets is Kennedy taking now after saying Bregman should be here if he wanted to be? Then, Tom Werner gave his thoughts too and was saying everything right about Devers and expectations and then echoed the sentiment about Bregman. And, a look back at NBA All Star Weekend and a rough one on the court for Jaylen Brown.
Revisiting the Red Sox conversation of Tom Werner discussing his roster going into 2026 without Alex Bregman. Is it really crazy to call where Spring Training is being played a reason to leave? Then, the Arcand Fire features a conversation about what on earth Michael Jordan was doing at the Daytona 500 while producer Joe Braverman and Christian make a little wager regarding the return of Jayson Tatum. And, the Milan Olympics are going through a big condom shortage in Clickbait.
The crew react to the comments Sam Kennedy made over the weekend about Alex Bregman and Devers. Why is is that everything someone from ownership speaks, they step in it?
Over the weekend, we heard from Sam Kennedy once again put his foot in his mouth about Alex Bregman's departure and it was as ugly as you thought it was.
From the quotes we saw Tom Werner give, it was on the right track...until he referenced Alex Bregman choosing to sign with the Cubs and the impending lockout.
(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand start the show by reacting to Sam Kennedy taking a shot at Alex Bregman over the weekend.(11:46) We touch on Ken Rosenthal criticizing Sam Kennedy for his comments about Alex Bregman choosing the Cubs over the Red Sox.(23:45) The guys go back and forth on Sam Kennedy's other comments about the hurtful narratives about this ownership group.(33:48) We finish the hour by reacting to Tom Werner taking a shot at Rafael Devers for what went wrong last season.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Jake returns from Spring Training to review his MLB Free Agency Predictions now that every big name has signed. From Cody Bellinger to Pete Alonso, Alex Bregman, and Japan's stars Tatsuya Imai, Munetaka Murakami, and Kazuma Okamoto, he revisits what he got right (and wrong) from this wild offseason.Who were the biggest winners of MLB Free Agency 2026? Did Dylan Cease's market surprise everyone? ++++++++++++Timestamps:0:00 We're Back From Spring Training4:30 Reviewing the Offseason Predictions8:15 Bo Bichette 10:40 Framber Valdez 12:40 Tatsuya Imai17:40 Cody Bellinger 20:00 Dylan Cease is the Biggest Winner 24:40 Alex Bregman 28:25 Ranger Suarez33:25 Kyle Schwarber36:25 Pete Alonso 38:00 Josh Naylor 38:45 Munetaka Murakami & Kazuma Okamoto Reviewing The Predictions From This MLB OffseasonHow WRONG Was I About My Free Agent Predictions?#MLB #FreeAgency #Baseball #WakeNJake #MLBPredictions #CodyBellinger #AlexBregman #PeteAlonso #MLBOffseason #BaseballPodcast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
(00:00) Felger, Mazz, and Matt McCarthy open the show by discussing the Red Sox' comments about not bringing back Alex Bregman, attempting to understand their offseason plans. (14:51) We continue with our thoughts about Bregman and the frustrating offseason from the Red Sox.(22:59) Felger took a victory lap after Jeremy Swayman had a terrible performance for Team USA in the Winter Olympics. (36:11) We mix in your phone calls while digging deeper into the Winter Olympics. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
00:00 - Is there any sentimentality left for Boston's star athletes? 16:39 - Mego & Scheim go all "armchair GM" on us 38:29 - Cora sounds optimistic despite losing Devers and Bregman
From 'Play Tessie' (subscribe here): Just when we thought there wasn't anything noteworthy to come out of Fort Myers, Gordo, Sammy, and Pat have plenty of thoughts after hearing from Sam Kennedy. What to make of Kennedy saying Alex Bregman didn't want to be with the Red Sox and how to treat when ownership speaks to the media? Then, Masataka Yoshida seems like the forgotten player on the Sox roster and no one knows what exactly his role will be in 2026. And, its not just the starting rotation that has depth and Triston Casas and Kristian Campbell are likely to start the year in Worcester. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Laurence Holmes and Russell Dorsey opened their show by discussing the growing relationship between new Cubs third baseman Alex Bregman and center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong. After that, Dorsey praised the White Sox's additions this offseason.
In the third hour, Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes discussed how newly signed Cubs third baseman Alex Bregman is already making a big impression on his new teammates. After that, they reacted to the Rockies placing infielder Kris Bryant on the 60-day injured list.
Laurence Holmes and Russell Dorsey discussed the growing relationship between new Cubs third baseman Alex Bregman and center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong.
Let's start with an overview of third base (2:33). ... What is our strategy at this position (8:31)? ... Jose Ramirez remains the face of this position (16:52). ... Junior Caminero is coming off a historic season but will Tropicana Field mess with his production (19:33). ... Manny Machado remains old reliable (29:10). ... Will Austin Riley bounce back (32:08). ... Can Maikel Garcia build off his career year (38:00)? ... How will Alex Bregman do in Chicago (43:20)? ... Eugenio Suarez should enjoy this season in Cincinnati (51:05). ... Jordan Westburg needs to stay healthy (57:25). ... Matt Chapman is the ultimate fallback option (1:00:18). ... Let's talk sleepers, breakouts and busts at third base (1:04:20). ... We wrap up with the rest of third base ADP (1:22:30). Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/FantasyBaseballToday Download and Follow Fantasy Baseball Today on Spotify: https://sptfy.com/QiKv Follow our FBT team on Twitter: @FBTPod, @CPTowers @CBSScottWhite, @Roto_Frank Join our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/fantasybaseballtoday Sign up for the FBT Newsletter at https://www.cbssports.com/newsletters/fantasy-baseball-today/ For more fantasy baseball coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/fantasy/baseball/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices