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In the Best of Mully & Haugh this week, Mike Mulligan and David Haugh celebrated newly elected Pope Leo XIV being from Chicago; Scott Merkin of MLB.com joined the show to discuss why the White Sox haven't yet called up slugger Tim Elko from Triple-A Charlotte; Tribune reporter Brad Biggs joined the show to discuss the latest Bears storylines and to preview rookie minicamp; Mully and Haugh discussed the Cubs' most pressing needs; and Baseball America writer Geoff Pontes joined the show to discuss his outlet's top 100 prospects list.

Ben and Carlos talk through Baseball America's May Top 100 prospect update. Why we should be excited for the elite tier of shortstops in the class. Why Bubba chandler and Chase Burns have been so dominant. Jac Caglianone's improved swing decisions and a surface level line that is impressive but perhaps not even showing how good he's been. Questions about Konnor Griffin and Ethan Salas. CJ Kayfus as an elite batted ball angle hitter. Jurrangelo Cijntje's usage as a switch pitcher. And plenty more. –Time Stamps(1:00) Iterative lists(4:30) Elite shortstops: Jesus Made, Leo De Vries, Sebastian Walcott(17:00) Nitpicking Sebastian Walcott?(20:00) Bubba Chandler(28:00) Chase Burns(30:30) Walker Jenkins and Max Clark(44:30) Cooper Pratt, Cam Smith(48:30) Jac Caglianone(53:15) Moises Ballesteros(55:20) Zyhir Hope & Josue De Paula(1:00:00) Konnor Griffin(1:08:50) Lazaro Montes(1:10:00) Arjun Nimmala(1:14:00) CJ Kayfus(1:18:00) Luis Pena(1:21:00) Jurrangelo CijntjeDo you have a question or feedback for the show? Email us: futureprojection@baseballamerica.com  Ben's Twitter: @BenBadlerCarlos's Twitter: @CarlosACollazoBaseball America WebsiteSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/future-projection-a-baseball-america-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Mike Mulligan and David Haugh were joined by Geoff Pontes of Baseball America to break down the outlet's top 100 prospects list.

In the second hour, Mike Mulligan and David Haugh reacted to the news that the Cubs are set to promote top pitching prospect Cade Horton. Later, Geoff Pontes of Baseball America joined the show to break down the outlet's top 100 prospects list.

We have a full Top 100 Prospects update up at BaseballAmerica.com, so we have to talk about it in this week's Prospect Podcast. Geoff Pontes, Josh Norris and JJ Cooper discuss a new No. 1 and a lot of the movement within the rankings.(00:00) The top of this list has us excited about prospects(03:50) There's a new No. 1 prospect(10:00) A pitcher has leapt into the top 5(17:00) A couple of hitters making big moves up in the rankings (24:45) Some prospects dropping off the Top 100(31:40) Turning the spotlight to prospects joining the Top 100Baseball America Top 100 Prospect Rankings: https://www.baseballamerica.com/rankings/2025-top-100-prospects/Our Sponsors:* Check out Indeed: https://indeed.com/BASEBALLAMERICASupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Josh Norris of Baseball America joins Wisconsin Sports Daily to discuss BA's latest MLB prospect rankings! Jesus Made, Jacob Misiorowski, Luis Pena & more all make huge jumps in the rankings, and Josh is most excited with Made's meteoric rise.

Baseball America's Jacob Rudner and the Ole Miss Spirit/On3's Jake Thompson join this edition of the Rebel Yell Hotline, powered by Cannon Motors.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

On this week's Hot Sheet Show, Geoff Pontes, Jacob Rudner, Peter Flaherty and Scott Braun discuss options at first base for the Red Sox with Triston Casas out for the season. Would Marcelo Mayer make sense as a fill-in?Plus, we also discuss rising names in Baseball America's upcoming Top 100 Prospects update and take a look at the college baseball landscape three weeks out from Selection Monday.Time Stamps(0:55) Could Roman Anthony or Marcelo Mayer fill in at 1B for the Red Sox? (7:05) Talking Leo De Vries (9:35) Talking Sebastian Walcott (11:30) Which top young prospect would lock up? (12:35): New Top 25 rankings (17:20) Teams to watch heading into Selection Monday (24:50) Sleeper draft picks on top 10 college teamsOur Sponsors:* Check out Indeed: https://indeed.com/BASEBALLAMERICASupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Notre Dame Football Talk. Blue and Gold's Notre Dame football recruiting insider discusses the latest Irish news. Hear from the newest Atlanta Falcons safety Xavier Watts. Plus Darin looks back at all the talent the White Sox had according to Baseball America's 2017 prospect list. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Notre Dame Football Talk. Blue and Gold's Notre Dame football recruiting insider discusses the latest Irish news. Hear from the newest Atlanta Falcons safety Xavier Watts. Plus Darin looks back at all the talent the White Sox had according to Baseball America's 2017 prospect list. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Head Coach Marc Rardin and Randy Lee are back at it!After another impressive series win on the road, WKU baseball is going where few diamond dwellers have gone before on the Hill. Ranked #20 in this week's Baseball America polls, Rardin reveals how his team has stayed the course with more eyes on the program than ever before. Now, can the 'Tops take that good press and match up against the bluegrass bluebloods in Louisville today? If they do, this weekend's Easter-adjusted home series vs Middle Tennessee could see a swath of fans show up to the Nick.Enjoy this episode with the 2nd-fastest 100-game winner in WKU baseball history.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this week's Hot Sheet Show, J.J. Cooper, Carlos Collazo, Jacob Rudner & Kelsey Wingert-Linch dive into Baseball America's latest MLB mock draft, which features high school righthander Seth Hernandez in the 1-1 slot. How does the success of other upper echelon prep pitching picks like Hunter Greene factor and Jackson Jobe into the Nationals' decision-making this summer?We also discuss the newest No. 1 in college baseball, Texas, while their in-state rivals and former top-ranked team, Texas A&M, have suddenly emerged as the postseason picture takes shape. Meanwhile, Pirates top prospect Bubba Chandler continues to shine.Time Stamps(1:35) Will Seth Hernandez be the pick at 1-1? (9:50) Is it finally time for a prep righty to go at the top of the draft? (13:10) Will the Tigers dip into the high school ranks again? (14:50) Player to watch: Bubba Chandler (20:00) Texas is the new No. 1 in college baseball (24:00) Can Texas A&M right the ship? (26:00) How many NCAA Tournament teams for the SEC?Our Sponsors:* Check out Indeed: https://indeed.com/BASEBALLAMERICASupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In our second hour, we were joined by Ben Love who is the Director of Marketing for the West Michigan Whitecaps. He and Dan talked about the changes that have come to LMCU Ballpark, talked about this year's roster, told us about the new food they have to offer at LMCU, and much more. We were then joined by Emily Waldon who writes about Detroit Tigers prospects for Baseball America. She and Dan talked about all of the great talent on this Whitecaps team, talked about players they think will move up to the Tigers, and much more. We wrapped up the hour talking with Cathy George who is the Head Coach of the Grand Rapids Rise. She and Dan talked about this weekend's match up with the Vegas Thrill, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We were joined by Emily Waldon who writes about Detroit Tigers prospects for Baseball America. She and Dan talked about all of the great talent on this Whitecaps team, talked about players they think will move up to the Tigers, and much more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today the show is being hosted by Dan Hasty, who is the voice of the West Michigan Whitecaps, the Grand Rapids Rise, and Detroit Mercy Basketball. It's the home opener for both the Detroit Tigers and Whitecaps today, so Dan and his Broadcast partner Nate Wangler talked Baseball throughout most of the show today. In our first hour, Dan and Nate talked about the Whitecaps as they prepare for the start of their season tonight, talked about players on the team that we could see move up to the Tigers this season or next, and so much more. Dan was also joined by Keith Langlois from DetroitPistons.com to get a quick update on Cade Cunningham and to talk about tonight's game against the Raptors. In our second hour, we were joined by Ben Love who is the Director of Marketing for the West Michigan Whitecaps. He and Dan talked about the changes that have come to LMCU Ballpark, talked about this year's roster, told us about the new food they have to offer at LMCU, and much more. We were then joined by Emily Waldon who writes about Detroit Tigers prospects for Baseball America. She and Dan talked about all of the great talent on this Whitecaps team, talked about players they think will move up to the Tigers, and much more. We wrapped up the hour talking with Cathy George who is the Head Coach of the Grand Rapids Rise. She and Dan talked about this weekend's match up with the Vegas Thrill, and more. In our final hour, Dan was joined by Nate Wangler so they could talk about the Tigers win over the White Sox earlier today, talked about the prospects on the Whitecaps they see going to the Tigers, and more. We were then joined by West Michigan WhiteCap Max Clark. He talked about his journey to playing for the Whitecaps, talked about getting prepared for the season, and much more. Nate Wangler wrapped up the show talking with West Michigan Whitecap Kevin McGonigle. They talked about how last season ended, talked about developing during the off-season, and much more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's Hot Sheet Show, J.J. Cooper, Geoff Pontes and Carlos Collazo break down Baseball America's first Staff Draft of the 2025 cycle, which features righthander high school pitcher Seth Hernandez going No. 1 overall.Could a prep righty really go at the top? Which other candidates could go 1-1 with all the usual names scuffling?We also discuss Roki Sasaki's struggles to start his Dodgers career and Roman Anthony's hot start at Triple-A.Time Stamps(1:15) Could Seth Hernandez be the No. 1 overall pick? (8:30) Safest pick to go 1-1 (11:00) Other Staff Draft picks that stood out (12:30) Are we worried about Roki Sasaki? (19:35) Roman Anthony impresses earlySupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jessica Kleinshcmidt (A's broadcaster/Baseball America) joins the show to give us a preview of the A's. They're playing in Sacramento and had a productive offseason, but there's still one team that makes Jessica nervous,

On the March 20 edition of A's Cast Live, our daily baseball talk show, Chris Townsend discussed the start of the NCAA tournament and how baseball can try and gain new fans (2:15), today's diamond notes (1:10:45) and the MLB Minute (1:35:40) He was joined by: JJ Cooper - Editor-in-Chief of Baseball America (28:40) Rhett Bollinger - Covers the Angels for MLB.com (54:40) Steve Sax - 2x World Series Champion & A's Broadcaster (1:21:10) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Seth and Sean discuss the Rockets' wild win over the Sixers in OT, react to Laremy Tunsil's pseudo press conference, Seth recaps a nightmare about Tunsil he had, they go through the day's Headlines, take a deep dive into the Derek Stingley Jr. extension, discuss the strategy of locking key players down early, see who Mike Renner has the Texans taking with the 25th pick in today's Mock Draft Injection, react to college basketball coaches being petty and get petty themselves in the PettyCast, dive into a whopping 8 Astros making Baseball America's top 100 players list, discuss Laremy Tunsil focusing on fixing the penalties now that he's not on the Texans, the Derek Stingley extension and what those outside the building are saying about it, get petty again with some leftovers from the PettyCast that they didn't get to earlier, and discuss if Cam Smith showing up on the Astros' opening day roster is actually a possibility.

Seth and Sean react to college basketball coaches being petty and get petty themselves in the PettyCast, dive into a whopping 8 Astros making Baseball America's top 100 players list, and discuss Laremy Tunsil focusing on fixing the penalties now that he's not on the Texans.

During the 4pm hour of today's show Chuck & Chernoff talked about 9 Braves being on Baseball America's Top 100 list, Georgia Bulldogs Football, Jaden Rashada , Ian Anderson, the L.A. Dodgers and what the equivalent of making the NCAA tourney in basketball in football terms if you are a Georgia Bulldog fan. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bill Mitchell and JJ Cooper are taking an in-depth look at the White Sox farm system with another Baseball America farm system Deep Dive. The White Sox have added a significant amount of young talent through trades, but we take a look at what the team still has to do to turn around the worst team in the major leagues.(00:00) Noah Schultz evokes some very lofty comparisons(08:00) Hagen Smith could give the White Sox a great 1-2 pitching pairing, but he has a big remaining to-do item.(13:30) What should we make of Colson Montgomery's struggles in 2024.(19:30) The deepest position in the White Sox system is catcher.(23:00) The Top 10 is really solid, but this system still needs more help.(25:30) Non Top 10 Prospects to watch, there are plenty.White Sox Top 30 Prospects: https://www.baseballamerica.com/teams/2027-chicago-white-sox/prospects/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Baseball America's Ben Badler joins me this week to talk about the Giants' increasingly product efforts scouting and signing international free agents. Ben is the preeminent expert on international baseball prospects, and we talk a good bit about the unique process for going after players in the Dominican Republic, Venezuela, and other Latin countries, as well as the upturn in recent fortunes for the Giants.There R Giants is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.Intro/Outro: “So Nice (Summer Samba)” by Bebel Gilberto This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rogermunter.substack.com/subscribe

Time for a Tuesday edition of Glenn Clark radio, plenty to chat about on the program today as we help you enjoy this week's beautiful weather, John Harbaugh and Eric DeCosta are set to meet with the media this morning out in Indianapolis for the Combine, Orioles Spring Training rolls on despite yesterday's rain out, and we'll talk some college hoops as the Terps jump up a few spots in the polls. We will talk some baseball at 10:15am when we check in with Baseball America's JJ Cooper to talk some O's, get his take on the birds' offseason, what his expectations are for 2025, Gunnar, Adley and much more. Then at 10:30am, we will catch up with Booger McFarland from ESPN to talk some Ravens offseason, get Booger's take on the Ravens playoff struggles, how they can and should address this offseason. At 11am, our weekly college hoops chat with our friend Patrick Stevens, talk Maryland basketball, Towson clinching the CAA regular season title and plenty more including some college lacrosse chatter. Then at 11:40am, we'll head out to Catonsville to check in with UMBC MLAX captain, Kevin Doughty, to go over the Retrievers 2-0 start to the season and preview a big matchup Friday night as they host Towson…

Ben and Carlos are joined by Baseball America national college writer Jacob Rudner for our third annual amateur player draft. The game is simple: among 2025 eligible players each writer attempts to put together the best roster of players including one catcher, two corner infielders, two middle infielders, three outfielders, four pitchers and one utility spot. The three draft their teams and talk about the players, the strategy, the strengths and weaknesses of the class and more to celebrate the opening day of college baseball. —Time Stamps:(0:00) Welcoming Jacob and overview of the draft rules(4:30) Draft starts(12:40) Ben takes a famous prepster(20:00) A well-rounded college outfielder(21:00) The best pure hitter in the class?(27:30) Catchers starting to fly off the board(31:10) Ben finally takes a pitcher(36:40) A tweener SEC infielder(42:40) Back-to-back college mashers(48:20) Ben tackles the prep pitching demographic(58:00) Jacob grabs a big power prep bat(1:05:20) Questions about the second and third tier arms(1:12:30) Full team rundowns & draft thoughtsDo you have a question you want us to answer? Email us: futureprojection@baseballamerica.com  Ben's Twitter: @BenBadlerCarlos's Twitter: @CarlosACollazoJacob's Twitter: @JacobRudnerBaseball America WebsiteSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/future-projection-a-baseball-america-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Baseball America fantasy team of Geoff Pontes and Dylan White updated their Top 500 dynasty list earlier this week, and the hosts dive into some of the movement on the list. We explain our logic for the movement and the possible position battles brewing. (2:00) Jackson Jobe debuts a sinker and curveball(5:00) Kenley Jensen signs with the Angels(8:00) Rhett Lowder dealing with elbow soreness(11:00) Clayton Kershaw returns to the Dodgers(14:00) Red Sox closer battleBreak(18:30) Dodgers reliever signings and the impact on the Top 500(21:00) Cubs closer Ryan Pressly(24:00) Jeff Hoffman primary closer in Toronto(25:30) How does the Carlos Estevez impact Lucas Erceg's value(27:00) Chris Martin signs with Rangers, chances for saves this season?(28:30) Devin Williams trade impacts Luke Weaver's 2025 value(31:00) Braxton Garrett to miss all of 2025, could he be a good buy low for 2026 in dynasty?(33:00) Zach Neto to miss the beginning of the season.(35:00) Hyeseong Kim how many plate appearances can we expect?(37:00) Nathaniel Lowe jumps onto the list(40:30) Alex Bregman potential landing spotsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

On a special edition of the FutureSox Podcast Ian Eskridge and James Fox welcomed Baseball America's Ben Badler to discuss White Sox baseball. They opened with a quick chat about the Sox 2025 International Signing period acquisitions, the addition of David Keller to the FO, and the new academy being built in the DR. They also went through a few of the previous signings that the Sox have brought stateside, how the White Sox could improve in the Int'l Market, and how moving to an Int'l draft w/ the 2027 collective bargaining could help or hinder teams going forward. They closed out the podcast with Ben's thoughts on the White Sox top 30, a few of his favorite prospects, and the system's overall grade.

Baseball America's Geoff Pontes, Carlos Collazo and JJ Cooper are talking about our recently released 2025 Farm System Talent Rankings. The Boston Red Sox rank No. 1 for the first time in the nearly 40 years of our farm system rankings. We talk about them, the other teams in contention for the top spot, how we build out our rankings and the teams at the bottom of the rankings.(00:00) How tough was the decision of who ranked No. 1?(02:00) Why the Red Sox rank No. 1(06:30) This is the best we've ever ranked the Tigers system(10:30) How much did Roki Sasaki push up the Dodgers' ranking?(14:00) Why did Roki Sasaki qualify for prospect rankings(20:00) Why the top of the Top 100 drives our rankings(22:00) Further explaining how valuations drive our rankings(28:00) Who are the deepest farm systems?(33:00) Looking at the back of the list, why the Astros avoided the basement(34:00) Examining the Angels farm system(39:00) Why the Braves rank near the bottom(43:00) Teams positioned to leap up the rankings in 2025Links: Driveline's Prospect Valuation model: https://www.drivelinebaseball.com/2019/02/prospect-valuation-much-top-prospects-worth-professional-baseball-teams/Our 2025 Farm System Rankings: https://www.baseballamerica.com/stories/2025-mlb-farm-system-rankings-for-all-30-teams/Top 30 Prospects for All 30 Organizations: https://www.baseballamerica.com/stories/2025-mlb-top-prospects-for-every-team/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Carlos and Peter talk through Baseball America's top 200 draft update, give an overview of how the class is shaping up on the eve of college baseball kicking off and pick a few notable risers to talk about. After that, the two talk about the recently released preseason All-America teams and whether there are takeaways to be had from them.—Time Stamps(3:00) General thoughts on the class(6:00) How directors are viewing the class(9:30) Up arrow first round names on the update(14:50) This year's shortstop capital(17:00) Other up arrow names to know(30:00) Preseason All-America team reactionsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Baseball America fantasy podcast returns with news of a big star returning to the Mets and a cornucopia of breakout names to target in your dynasty leagues for 2025. Hosts Geoff Pontes and Dylan White talk in depth about some undervalued names you need to add to your watch list heading into the season.(2:00) Pete Alonso returns to the Mets.(4:00) Blue Jays always the bridesmaid and never the bride.(6:00) Welbyn Francisca(10:00) Nestor German(13:00) Payton Eeles(18:00) Break(18:00) Benny Montgomery(23:00) Connor Prielipp(26:00) Eriq Swan(28:00) Rainiel Rodriguez(32:00) Joseph SullivanSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

(00:00-16:48) Tuck Tuck Goose. Dr. Jason Seaver. Baseball America ranking 2025's prospects. Cards ranked 18. Boston ranked 1. Could that affect the Arenado situation. Doug's a good baseball man. Chairman is spry. Jackson's questions are getting raked over the coals. (16:57-22:33) Martin's Dangly Bits is unhappy with the Listener of the Month voting. Is Elly de la Cruz the number one fantasy baseball pick? Miracle on Ice. (22:42-28:11) Listen to podcasts and talk with dudes in the chat. Shocking coaching changes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00-16:48) Tuck Tuck Goose. Dr. Jason Seaver. Baseball America ranking 2025's prospects. Cards ranked 18. Boston ranked 1. Could that affect the Arenado situation. Doug's a good baseball man. Chairman is spry. Jackson's questions are getting raked over the coals. (16:57-22:33) Martin's Dangly Bits is unhappy with the Listener of the Month voting. Is Elly de la Cruz the number one fantasy baseball pick? Miracle on Ice. (22:42-28:11) Listen to podcasts and talk with dudes in the chat. Shocking coaching changes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With spring training around the corner, Baseball America prospect writer Geoff Pontes joins the show to discuss why he's so high on Matt Shaw, who could be the Opening Day third baseman next month. The conversation with Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney of The Athletic then gets into Cade Horton and whether the buzz is starting to fade around the top pitching prospect. Other hot topics include: what the Cubs gave up in the Kyle Tucker trade; whether Moises Ballesteros can catch; the club's scouting in Latin America; sleeper prospects at lower-level affiliates; and the Cubs' identity as an organization. Two easy ways to support the show: Leave us a nice rating/review here and SUBSCRIBE to NST on Youtube!

Geoff Pontes of Baseball America breaks down some of the top Yankees prospects that could make their way to the Bronx over the next few years. 1800 FlowersTo claim your Double your Roses offer, go to https://1800Flowers.com/ft Subscribe to PT on YouTube!Part of the Foul Territory Network

It's a busy time at Baseball America! The guys discuss their favorite candidates to rise the Top 100, preview our MLB farm system rankings dropping later this week, then build potential Dylan Cease trades for the Braves, Mets and Orioles. Then we close with Carlos Collazo's early look at the 2025 draft class as the season gets going later this month. Time Stamps(1:00) Potential Top 100 Risers, including Zyhir Hope & Sebastian Walcott(7:30) Previewing our MLB farm system rankings(12:30) Drawing up trade packages for Dylan Cease(22:30) Carlos Collazo previews the 2025 draft classIf you enjoyed the show, subscribe to our YouTube channel!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

On the latest episode of the FutureSox Podcast Ian Eskridge and James Fox discuss the recent top prospect/team lists that have been released recently along with omissions and pieces of interest. They made their way through MLB Pipeline, Baseball America, Keith Law's rankings on the Athletic, and Kiley McDaniel's 1-200 ranks on ESPN. They also talked about the recent crazy trades in the NBA and comps on the trades and of course went through the plethora of viewer questions.

Shawn Coleman and Stephen Tolbert welcome Ben Badler of Baseball America to discuss the 2025 Braves international signing class, some of the better position prospects in the Braves system, Drake Baldwin and much more. 

The Swamp247 podcast returns, this time with an overview of the Florida Gators' baseball team as the 2025 season opener looms. The host, Graham Hall, is joined by former Swamp247 writer Jacob Rudner, to discuss the Gators' lineup, the returnees and who to watch. Rudner, now with Baseball America, discusses UF's season expectations, improving on the mound, and more. Follow Swamp247.com for the best coverage of the Florida Gators! 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

Baseball America ranks the Diamond Hogs in their preseason Top 25. Plus, soccer player turned track star Anna Podojil is on the show

Topics on this week's episode with Greg Huss and Greg Zumach:Trading away prospects Juan Bello and Michael AriasNew Top 100 rankings from MLB Pipeline, Baseball America, and The AthleticCade Horton, Moises Ballesteros, Owen Caissie, and James Triantos: who makes it to Chicago first?How many prospects will make their MLB debut in 2025?

RUNDOWN   Pete Carroll, St. Cloud Trivia, and Super Bowl Showdowns. Episode 320 opens with St. Cloud, Minnesota trivia and sports history, featuring athletes Keith Fahnhorst and Jim Eisenreich. Frank Caliendo steals the show with hilarious impressions of U.S. Presidents, while Hotshot navigates the chaos of teenage slang. Mitch and Hotshot then dive into Ichiro Suzuki's Hall of Fame induction, exploring the baffling lone dissenting vote and comparing it to Ken Griffey Jr.'s snub, critiquing voters who disrupt unanimity. Brady Henderson and Katherine Terrell join Mitch to break down the Seahawks' hiring of Klint Kubiak as offensive coordinator, examining his NFL experience, play-calling style, and vision for Seattle's offense. Rick Neuheisel discusses college football's National Championship, Ohio State's offensive firepower, Chip Kelly's standout season, and the ripple effects of NIL deals and the 12-team playoff format. Jason La Canfora previews the Eagles-Chiefs Super Bowl, highlighting Patrick Mahomes' dominance and the Chiefs' playoff mastery, while tackling NFL issues like the "tush push" controversy and ball-tracking technology.   GUESTS   • Brady Henderson & Katherine Terrell | Brady Henderson (ESPN Seahawks Insider), Katherine Terrell (ESPN - NFL Nation Reporter) • Rick Neuheisel | CBS College Analyst • Jason La Canfora | CBS Sports Writer   TABLE OF CONTENTS   0:12 | St. Cloud to Super Bowl Insights 9:45 | Clip of the Week: Frank Caliendo doing all of the Presidents' voices. 15:41 | Pete Carroll, Ichiro's Hall of Fame Snub, and the Twilight Zone Raiders 29:52 | GUEST: Brady Henderson (ESPN Seahawks Insider), Katherine Terrell (ESPN - NFL Nation Reporter) - Seahawks Name Klint Kubiak Offensive Coordinator 45:42 | GUEST: Rick Neuheisel (CBS College Analyst) - Mitch and Rick's Season Wrap-Up; CFP 1:17:29 | GUEST: Jason La Canfora (CBS Sports Writer) - Eagles vs. Chiefs Super Bowl: La Canfora Breaks It Down 1:32:49 | The Other Stuff Segment: • Hotshot's house overtaken by sophomore girls and teenage slang. • Kyrie Irving accidentally hitting a kid courtside with a wild pass. • Ryan Day's over-dyed beard and Mitch's aversion to beard dyeing. • Danny Hurley's coaching antics and ego on full display. • A six-year-old hilariously calling the Cubs owner "cheap." • Rumors of the Seahawks trading DK Metcalf and debates over his value. • DK's impact on the Seahawks' passing game. • Felix Hernandez's Hall of Fame chances after a modest first ballot showing. • Baseball Hall of Fame quirks and Ichiro's placement among the Marlins' all-time greats. • Prospects for Seattle Mariners' young players based on Baseball America rankings. • NIL offers starting at $4.5 million for Ohio State freshman WR Jeremiah Smith. • RIP mentions for notable musicians and a reflection on Kobe Bryant's tragic anniversary. • Headlines featuring absurd news stories, from ding-dong-ditch escalations to anti-aging millionaire oddities. Hotshot's controversial punchline about anti-aging millionaire Brian Johnson comparing erections with his son.

On the most recent episode of the FutureSox Podcast Ian Eskridge and James Fox discuss the James' latest piece on FutureSox.Net detailing the NRI's to this years Spring Training. They also chopped up the Baseball America and MLB Pipeline Top 100's and riffed on SoxFest among other things.

If the Seahawks were to trade DK Metcalf, how much would that set your offense back? Do you have enough weapons on offense to let someone like DK go? Can you find a replacement in the draft or get an underrated WR in return for trading DK? // Take Two: Rumblings out of Dallas are saying that Brian Schottenheimer is close to being named the Cowboys head coach. Longtime beat writer Clarence Hill says “sides are expected to cross the finish line” no later than tomorrow. Finalists were announced for the major NFL awards, which will be announced at the NFL Honors on February 6th…Josh Allen, Lamar Jackson, Joe Burrow, Jared Goff, and Saquon Barkley are the MVP finalists // There Mariners have 7 players in Baseball America’s Top 100 prospects. With a lot of talent in the minor leagues, what does that tell you about the Mariners window on contention with this highly regarded farm system? Does this give you more to throw out in trades or are these guys going to go the distance with Seattle. // There is one team in the NFL that is becoming the villains of the league, that team would be the Kansas City Chiefs. Outside of Chiefs fans, is the rest of the league rooting against them and praying for the Bills to deny the 3-peat? 

On Episode 916, host John Stolnis of The Good Phight and BillyPenn.com talks about the induction of Billy Wagner to the Hall of Fame, the status of Chase Utley's candidacy, as well as what Jimmy Rollins and Bobby Abreu need to do to get in. Also, Cole Hamels is on the ballot next year, what are his chances? Four Phils are ranked in Baseball America's Top 100, and more discussion on the Dodgers' insane spending spree.

Have the Seahawks done enough to help out Geno Smith? Having a solid QB in the pocket is crucial to a team’s success, will the Seahawks address the issue of protecting him in the pocket to enable his success. Will Seattle keep their weapons on offense to enable Geno further or will they just patch the holes? // Headline Rewrites: The Mariners lead all teams with 7 prospects on Baseball America’s Top 100 list. Longtime Cowboys reporter Clarence Hill says expect Brian Schottenheimer to be hired as Dallas’ new head coach in the next 24 hours. According to San Francisco columnist Tim Kawakami, the 49ers have discussed Pete Carroll as a potential defensive coordinator option. // There is something the Rams have that the Seahawks want. Unlike the Seahawks, the Rams have found tons of draft success over the last couple of seasons with Jared Verse, Braden Fiske, Byron Young, and Kamren Kinchens. // What did we get right and wrong about the 2024 NFL draft class? Bump was correct in predicting Marvin Harrison Jr. was going to have a good season. Stacy did noy buy into Jayden Daniels rookie season being a success. She thought the Commanders did not have the pieces to allow him to thrive. 

Ray Roberts joins the show to talk about the Seahawks offensive line and how they progressed over the season. He thinks they took a step forward and a step back. What does Ray think of Jordan Reid’s take that suggests moving Abe Lucas to Guard. // Headline Rewrites: The Mariners lead all teams with 7 prospects on Baseball America’s Top 100 list. Longtime Cowboys reporter Clarence Hill says expect Brian Schottenheimer to be hired as Dallas’ new head coach in the next 24 hours. According to San Francisco columnist Tim Kawakami, the 49ers have discussed Pete Carroll as a potential defensive coordinator option. // NFL Headlines: Adam Schefter reported that the Titans are not locked in to draft a QB with pick #1 in the draft. Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes told the media that he does not think they get more calls than their opponents. // What are some uncomfortable truths about your favorite teams? Bump does not think the Lakers will win a championship again until he is in his mid-40s.

SEGMENT - Jones and Keefe discuss the Red Sox offseason, why do they seem so uninterested in signing Alex Bregman? Baseball America's newest top 100 prospects list it out and the Red Sox could have had 3 of the top 4, if they landed an international signee, and more

It's time!The Baseball America Top 100 Prospects rankings have been released, and Geoff Pontes, Carlos Collazo and JJ Cooper are excited to talk about them. We had too much good stuff to fit into one show, so we're doing two. This first show dives into who is No. 1 and why, other candidates for No. 1. We also make the case for other Top 10 Prospects who could end up being the best of the group and how this is the year of the pitcher.(00:00) Why Roki Sasaki is No. 1(11:00) Would Roman Anthony fit as a No. 1?(15:00) How does Roman Anthony compare to other recent No. 1s?(18:00) Who else in the top 10 could end up as the best player in the Top 100?(30:00) Is this top 10 thinner than normal?(35:00) Who is the most fascinating player in the Top 100?(37:00) Why Bubba Chandler has leapt up the rankingsOur Sponsors:* Check out SelectQuote: https://selectquote.com/BASupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The minor leagues have had a lot of change take place in recent years and it has had an effect on the game both positively and negatively. Shrinking the number of teams and levels, rule changes and experiments and team development philosophies have all had a huge impact on the product at the major league level.Greg (@greghoogkamp) talks with Matt (mdthomp_plive) and Geoff Pontes (@geoffpontesba) of Baseball America (and former PLive founder) talk about what has taken place and the implications for the game and for dynasty.How Prospects Live came to be 6 years agoBob Ueker memories and Roki Sasaki updateNews at PLiveState of the Minor LeaguesOutlining the changes (league structure, player pay, union, housing etc)Rule changes (pitch clock, shifting, bigger bases, pickoffs/stepoffs), three batter minimum, automatic runner, different baseballs, ABS Challenge system etcHow teams use their affiliates for developmentPitching developmentWhat does the future hold for the Minor Leagues (Diamond Baseball Holdings, MiLB CBA, MiLB Professional Development License)How should dynasty mangers use their minor league systems based on this discussion?

It's officially prospect ranking season at Baseball America and the fantasy team is jumping into the mix with their Top Prospects For Fantasy list. Hosts Dylan White and Geoff Pontes discuss the names their most excited about in 2025.(3:00) Sasaki finalists, how would each location impact his future value.(8:00) Roki Sasaki vs Roman Anthony vs Kristian Campbell(12:00) Prospects we must have in 2025(13:00) Emmanuel Rodriguez(16:00) Jesus Made(18:00) Bryce Eldridge(21:00) Bubba Chandler(25:00) Christian Moore(27:00) Jarlin Susana(29:00) Alejandro Rosario(31:00) Luis PeralesSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy