Podcasts about Bichette

Today's word of the day is ‘Fogerty' as in John Fogerty as in Centerfield as in the Baseball Hall of Fame. Carlos Beltran is in. Andruw Jones is in. That's it! Two center fielders have made the Hall after just two in 45 years! (16:30) Baseball is angry. Owners are angry. Kyle Tucker to the Dodgers. Bichette and Robert to the Mets. The spending gap is massive! (33:50) Review: Sentimental Value. (38:10) The Buffalo Bills have fired Sean McDermott. It's all his fault. GM Brandon Beane gets promoted? (48:35) NPPOD. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is ‘Fogerty' as in John Fogerty as in Centerfield as in the Baseball Hall of Fame. Carlos Beltran is in. Andruw Jones is in. That's it! Two center fielders have made the Hall after just two in 45 years! (16:30) Baseball is angry. Owners are angry. Kyle Tucker to the Dodgers. Bichette and Robert to the Mets. The spending gap is massive! (33:50) Review: Sentimental Value. (38:10) The Buffalo Bills have fired Sean McDermott. It's all his fault. GM Brandon Beane gets promoted? (48:35) NPPOD. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Trust in Cohen and Stearns collapsing, rock-bottom after missing Tucker, then suddenly hope again after the Bo Bichette pivot. The conversation turns into a real debate about what the Mets' actual plan is, why they keep leaning on short-term, big-money deals, and how hard it is to build a connection when every jersey feels like a one-year rental. Then it flips to the Yankees and Cody Bellinger, with New York leaking every detail of their “final offer” while fans wonder if it is all posturing until they actually pivot. A caller suggests a big swing like Framber Valdez, and the show breaks down why that does not really fit the Yankees' long-term pitching commitments, plus what a realistic pivot even looks like if Bellinger walks. Also in the mix: early lockout talk, what opt-outs could mean if labor chaos is coming, and why Mets fans might want to enjoy Bichette now without getting too attached.

Sean McVay's assistants are getting interviews and we knock around some ideas. Also, we toss around the idea of Mike McCarthy joining Rodgers in Pittsburgh, and think about what the Mets should do beyond Bichette. The show gets up close and personal when we discuss Peter Schwartz's intense sleep habits with him. There's a lot going on there.

KB is BACK and kicks things off recapping the NFL Divisional Round Playoff games and how AMAZING of a hate watch it was seeing the 49ers get their CHEEKS CLAPPED by the Seahawks. Then he discusses the Championship Game matchups and why this just feels like such a meh year for the NFL. Then he dives into the Bo Bichette news as Bichette duped the Phillies and signed with the Mets, which led to a massive overpay by the Phillies for J.T. Realmuto. Then he discusses the Flyers current state of existence and why Flyers Twitter is a WILD place and the 76ers current slog stretch. BOW BOW BOW BOW BOW THE 49ERS CHEEKS!!! Follow & Subscribe to The House Show with Pat Pitts! linktr.ee/OfficialHouseShow Subscribe to From Broad Street with Love: broadstreetwithlove.substack.com/ Onboarding Form: forms.gle/mZYnkiQcGv1ZxBSg9 Voicemail Line: speakpipe.com/UndergroundSportsPhiladelphia Support Our Sponsors! The City of Vineland: Visit www.vinelandcity.org/ and stay connected with the community and learn about important announcements, programs, and services offered by the city! Vineland, New Jersey... Where It's Always Growing Season! '47 Brand Shop for your favorite sports fan and get FREE SHIPPING on ALL orders with '47 Brand! 47.sjv.io/e1Nyor Kenwood Beer Visit kenwoodbeer.com/#finder and see who has Kenwood Beer on tap in YOUR area and crack open an ice cold Kenwood Beer to celebrate the good times! (MUST be 21+ to do so and PLEASE drink responsibly.) Merch & Apparel: www.phiapparel.co/shop + Use Code "UNDERGROUND" for 10% off! Riverside Upgrade your podcasting quality today with Riverside! riverside.sjv.io/QjBBVM Biñho Get 10% off your next purchase with code BINHOBENNETT62 from our pals at Biñho! binhoboard.com?bg_ref=pDJkDdNO1y Follow Us! Twitter: twitter.com/UndergroundPHI Instagram: www.instagram.com/undergroundphi/ TikTok: tiktok.com/@undergroundphi KB: twitter.com/KBizzl311 Watch LIVE: YouTube: www.youtube.com/@UndergroundSportsPhiladelphia FB: facebook.com/UndergroundSportsPHI Twitch: twitch.tv/UndergroundsportsPHI Intro Music: Arkells "People's Champ" Outro Music: Arkells "People's Champ" #fyp #Eagles #FlyEaglesFly #GoBirds #KevinPatullo #BoBichette #Phillies #podcastcharts #download #review #subscribe #UndergroundIndustries

After missing out on Kyle Tucker, the Mets pivoted and signed Bo Bichette to a 3-year deal to man third base. Meanwhile, their NL East rivals the Phillies - who had pursued Bichette - brought back catcher J.T. Realmuto on a 3-year deal. 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

This week on the pod, we talk about all the big signings around the league and what the Reds did this past week. We breakdown the Tucker and Bichette signings and how it effects the Cincinnati Reds. We also talk about the real reason we're mad at the Dodgers and it's not what you'd expect it to be. Also, the Reds freed up some salary by trading Gavin Lux to the Rays and brought in Brock Burke, a left handed ground ball machine reliever. We also contemplate where they're going to spend that freed up cash. The show is brought to you by Cincy Light, the spirit of Cincinnati!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Segment 1 – News and Notes1.    The Dodgers made a splash by signing Kyle Tucker to the largest AAV in history – 4 years and $240 million with opt-outs after 2027 and 2028.8.a.    A lot of people are upset about the dominance of the Dodgers.  “They are ruining baseball!”  What say you?b.    Were you surprised that Tucker signed a shorter deal but for more money?c.    The odd thing is that he's not even the best player on the team, maybe not even the top 3 players on the team.d.    I don't see any playing time loss for anyone with the exception of a potential delay in the arrival of Josue DePaula or Zyhir Hope.  Do you see anything?2.    The Mets were spurned by Tucker and pivoted to Bo Bichette, signing him to a massive three-year, $126 million deal with a unique opt-out clause.  He can opt out after each year, and if he does, the Mets have to pay him a $5 million bonus. a.    $42 million a year for Bichette?  Thoughts on the signing?b.    He'll likely play third base.  Who sits out of Baty or Vientos?c.    Also, I think Jett Williams needs to learn the outfield, plus, with the Mets not getting Tucker, Benge is still safe – for now.  Thoughts?3.    A small but interesting, three-way trade was pulled off by the Angles, Rays and Reds.  The Rays sent Josh Lowe to the Angels and Gavin Lux to the Rays, with the Reds acting as the intermediary. The Angels shipped RHP Chris Clark to Tampa Bay and LHP Brock Burke to Cincinnati.a.    Who's value goes up more?  Lowe, Lux, or neither?b.    Does this open a chance for Jacob Melton in Tampa?c.    Will Lux ever be more than an afterthought?Segment 2 – Third Base Rankings for the 2026 Season1.    How are you approaching this position for your upcoming drafts?2.    We will break down the top 15 to 20 in detail.  Then, go through 20 to 30 in less detail.  We will end by jumping around the remaining ranked players.3.    Which player not in the Top 10 has a chance to emerge there next season?4.    Which Top 10 player will not be there next season?5.    Give me a couple of sleepers6.    Give me one, maybe two guys you are just going to avoid drafting?

Mark Corbett and Mat Germain break down one of the most explosive stretches of MLB free agency in recent memory. With massive contracts, shocking signings, and widening payroll gaps, the duo digs into what these moves mean for competitive balance, player equity, and the future of Major League Baseball.From Kyle Tucker's blockbuster deal with the Dodgers to the Mets' smart pivot with Bo Bichette, this episode explores who's winning, who's losing, and why the system itself may be reaching a breaking point.MLB Free Agency ExplosionKyle Tucker signs a massive deal with the Dodgers, doubling Pete Alonso's AAVWhy the Dodgers felt desperate to get younger amid an aging coreThe true cost of star-heavy rosters and long-term riskAging Rosters & Hidden CracksDodgers' projected roster age concernsDefensive regression as the overlooked weaknessWhy pitching depth can't mask aging position players foreverMets Pivot SmartlyMets lose out on Tucker but land Bo BichetteHow Bichette improves infield versatility, offense, and defenseWhy Mat prefers Bichette over Tucker for the MetsBlue Jays at a CrossroadsLosing their best hitter and what it means for TorontoAging George Springer and rising lineup riskWhy Cody Bellinger could be their next critical moveCompetitive Balance & Salary Cap DebateTwo owners (Dodgers & Mets) changing the entire marketWhy 26 teams realistically can't compete for elite free agentsHow lack of parity hurts players, fans, and the league's valueFloor + ceiling vs. the current “luxury tax theater”Rank-and-File Players Left BehindHow top-10% contracts squeeze out middle-class MLB playersArbitration battles over minimal dollarsWhy a salary floor could help more players than a pure capThe Player Extension DilemmaElly De La Cruz and the risk of waiting until free agencyHow looming CBA changes impact long-term decisionsWill fear of a future cap push players to extend earlier?Trades & Team DirectionJosh Lowe to the Angels and the culture shift in AnaheimRays add Gavin Lux and improve defensively up the middleTampa Bay's growing AA/AAA pitching surplus and trade leverageBig Picture MLB QuestionsWhy fans don't care if the Dodgers win another titleComparisons to NFL parity and playoff accessWhy MLB risks becoming predictable - and boringNotable Moments“This is getting obscene.”  -  on payroll disparityThe idea of realigning divisions (Mets & Yankees together!)Mat's evolving Free Agent All-Star Team in real time“Live free and live hard.”  Rays-focused episode coming soonLike & subscribe to BaseballBiz On Deck.  You may also find BaseballBiz on Deck, on YouTube at iHeart Apple, Spotify, Amazon Music, & at www.baseballbizondeck.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  Baseball Biz on Deck dot B Sky Social and BaseballBiz On Deck with Facebook.Special Thanks to XTaKe-R-U-X for the music Rocking Forward

Brodes hosted on WIP Friday night 6-10pm reacting the Bo Bichette choosing the Mets over the Phillies.

The Mets lost the Kyle Tucker bidding war but immediately pivoted to sign Bo Bichette. With reports detailing Bichette's contract and where he'll play for the Mets, Chris and Jack discuss how they feel about the move. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Season 7, Episode 19 (the Tony Gwynn episode) features Dan Fox, Frank Knight, Cole Markle, and sound man Rich Vassallo kicking things off with MLB hot stove drama—because even in football season, the Mets and Phillies can still hijack the conversation. Frank admits he was bummed about the Mets missing on Kyle Tucker, but the mood flips fast when the Mets swoop in overnight and land Bo Bichette, stunning Phillies fans who thought they had him locked up. The crew breaks down why the Phillies' roster fit was questionable (Turner at short, Bohm at third, Stott at second, and Bichette not wanting to play second), why Mets Nation is celebrating anyway, and why the best part of the deal—at least from Frank's perspective—is keeping Bichette out of Philadelphia.The Tucker deal also gets a blunt reality check. Dan questions the value of a $60M-per-year contract for a player who's never finished Top 10 in MVP voting, and the conversation turns into a broader rant about the Dodgers' financial advantage and how the luxury tax has become its own competitive weapon. Cole adds some generational perspective—baseball isn't the cultural default the way it used to be—and the group gets nostalgic about growing up with baseball, kickball, and “how do kids not know the rules anymore?”From there, it's a quick detour into hockey misery (Rangers turmoil and Flyers–Penguins pain), before the show transitions into a full Fox Brothers Alarms segment: the “bomb shelter” basement studio shout-out, the core value statement, services offered, and how to contact the company—plus a plug for the podcast Facebook page and the email inbox. A notable milestone: Rich reports that downloads have jumped from double digits into triple digits, and nobody is quite sure why—but the crew is happy to take the win.Then the episode shifts into the main event: Super Wild Card Weekend recap.Rams vs. Panthers (Rams 34, Panthers 31): a tight game despite the 10.5-point spread, featuring a scorching start from Stafford, a cold stretch that nearly flipped the outcome, and a late reconnection with Puka Nacua to close it out. Dan shares a party story involving a furious Rams fan melting down while his wife tries to keep things kid-friendly.Packers vs. Bears: Green Bay jumps out 21–0, then Chicago claws back and takes control late. The crew debates whether Chicago's QB is magic or chaos—highlighting a “triple coverage” throw that felt more like a prayer than precision, plus the wildly inconsistent accuracy that makes him both dangerous and confusing. The Bears' fan energy (including the cheese-grater celebration) gets a big laugh, and the group admits Chicago's current run is weirdly fun to watch.The show ends mid-transition into Bills vs. Jaguars—setting up the next stretch of Wild Card breakdowns and more playoff chaos to come.Special Thanks to:Fox Brothers Alarms - https://foxbrothersalarms.comFirst Baptist church of Phillipsburg NJ http://www.fbcpburg.org/

Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick things off with Matt Devlin (1:55) ahead of the Raptors' matchup against the Los Angeles Clippers. They break down what to expect without Kawhi Leonard in the equation, how the team has been able to find success this season, Collin Murray-Boyles' development and much more. Then, Ailish and Justin react to a disappointing 24 hours for Blue Jays fans with the Dodgers landing Kyle Tucker and Bo Bichette heading to New York. Jon Morosi joins the show (25:55) to break down how the Jays got here, if Cody Bellinger is a realistic pivot for Toronto, what Tucker and Bichette's contracts mean for the league amid murmurs of a potential lockout and the opportunities left for the Jays in free agency. Finally, Toronto Sceptres and Team Canada defender Renata Fast stops by (50:45) to help set the stage for her matchup against the Vancouver Goldeneyes in the Battle on Bay Street on Hockey Day in Canada, as well as discuss the lead-up to the Olympic Games.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.

Guest: Paul Sun-Hyung Lee of Kim's Convenience, The Mandalorian and more Bo Bichette agrees to a three-year contract with the New York Mets, ending the Bichette-Guerrero era with a thud. Reaction from Blue Jays' fandom has been all over the map, from devastation to "good riddance" and everywhere in between. We reach out to Canadian icon and huge Jays fan Paul Sun-Hyung Lee to discuss his feelings about Bichette moving on, what the Jays could have done differently and where they go from here. Plus, we open the mailbag at deepleftfield@thestar.ca for your thoughts on the move!

What do the Mets get with Bo Bichette? Callers on the Yankees ownership and lack of desire to win. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Evan and Tiki react in real time to the breaking news that the Mets have signed Bo Bichette, finally answering the biggest question of the offseason. After weeks of debating pivots, desperation, and whether the Mets would actually pull the trigger on a major bat, the move is real. They break down why the Mets chose Bichette, what it says about David Stearns and Steve Cohen, and how this signing fits into the bigger picture after missing out on Kyle Tucker. The guys debate where Bichette plays, how much the bat changes the lineup, and whether this move actually closes the gap with the league's elite. Plus, immediate fan reaction, instant expectations, and the real pressure this puts on the rest of the offseason.

The Mets sign Bo Bichette, and immediately the word panic starts flying. Evan explains why the money is not the panic at all. The Mets were ready to spend even more on Kyle Tucker, and short-term premium contracts are clearly part of the plan. The real concern is the opt-out. Giving up draft pick compensation for a player who could walk after one season feels less like free agency and more like a deadline rental, something David Stearns has historically avoided. The conversation turns into a deep debate on whether one year of elite talent is worth the risk, how past Mets contracts like Carlos Beltrán shape fan perspective, and why even a move everyone likes can still carry a subtle sense of urgency. The guys also dive into roster ripple effects, including what this means for Brett Baty, the Mets' trade flexibility, and how the upcoming CBA could impact Bichette's opt-out decision. Mets fans and Yankees fans both weigh in as New York's baseball balance of power continues to shift.

The discussion opens with the moment Mets fans still argue about. Pete Alonso's defensive mistake that altered an entire season and still hangs over his departure. Now the reality is unavoidable. Pete Alonso is gone, and the New York Mets are moving in a completely new direction. That direction comes into focus with the addition of Bo Bichette, a bold pivot after missing out on Kyle Tucker. The guys break down why the Mets moved fast, how Bichette reshapes the lineup, and why this roster feels unfamiliar from top to bottom. The bullpen is just as different, with Edwin Díaz out and Devin Williams stepping into a high pressure closer role. From the lineup to the ninth inning, this is a new Mets identity, and everyone is about to find out if that change actually works.

The show comes to a screeching halt with legitimate breaking news as the Mets land Bo Bichette on a three-year, $126 million deal, and Evan immediately reminds everyone he called the pivot before it happened. Evan and Tiki react in real time to the signing, the massive AAV, the opt-out structure, and what this move says about how David Stearns is operating in the market. They break down where Bichette fits defensively, why third base appears to be the early plan, and how much offensive ground this actually recovers after losing Pete Alonso and Kyle Tucker. The guys debate the risk of one-year and two-year opt outs, the surprising draft pick cost, and whether this is a necessary concession in today's marketplace. Plus, what this move means for Philadelphia after reportedly agreeing to a long-term deal, how Toronto now pivots, why Cody Bellinger still does not make sense for the Mets, and whether this finally changes the tone of a chaotic Mets offseason. Live calls, instant reactions, and a full breakdown of how the roster and expectations shift after the biggest move yet.

A Football Friday is filled with a Mets roller coaster that starts sad, got happy with Bichette signing in show. Plus the Rangers warnt heir fans again.

On an emergency episode of The Mets Pod recorded live, Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo are joined by SNY's Steve Gelbs for real-time reaction to the news that the Mets signed free agent infielder Bo Bichette to a three-year contract. The guys break down the deal, and the quick pivot the Mets made after losing their pursuit of Kyle Tucker to the Dodgers, plus discuss the positives of Bichette, how he will fit the team, and what it all means for Brett Baty.  They also look ahead to what's next, including potential pitching additions and more outfield help.  Later, Connor and Joe go Down on the Farm to cover the official signing of top international prospect Wandy Asigen, and answer Mailbag questions about Lars Nootbaar, Austin Hays, and a possible trade match with the Minnesota Twins. Be sure to subscribe to The Mets Pod at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.Today's Show:00:00 Welcome to the show01:20 The Mets signed Bo Bichette, pivot after Dodgers get Kyle Tucker01:40 How does Bo fit the roster?03:30 What now for Brett Baty?05:05 The search for contact hitters08:00 What about pitching now?10:40 The outfield plan?12:45 Swiping Bo from Philly14:20 Goodbye to Gelbs15:50 More on the pivot and the pitching21:40 Down on the Farm: Wandy Asigen24:00 Mailbag: Lars Nootbaar + Austin Hays platoon?25:55 Mailbag: Trade with the Twins?27:20 What's next for the Mets? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Not the news on a Friday that we wanted to see, as Bo Bichette shockingly signs with the New York Mets on a 3-year, $126M deal. Sean Kane and Spencer McKercher share their frustrations as the Phillies look to add elsewhere as Spring Training approaches.

BACK UP THE BRINKS TRUCK! Kyle Tucker & Bo Bichette both sign short-term MEGA AAV deals. -Dodgers Sign Tucker - 4-Years, $240M -Mets Sign Bichette - 3-Years, $126M -Phillies Sign J.T. Realmuto - 3-Years, $45M -Tucker Worth $60M Per Year? -Bichette To Play 3B For Mets (feat. @TheClemReport) -State Of Baseball, Lockout 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 0:00 - BREAKING NEWS 3:45 - Tucker Reaction 19:53 - State Of Baseball 39:00 - Mets Pivot 42:10 - Tucker Wrap Up 50:31 - Bichette Reaction 1:06:38 - Calling Clem 1:13:34 - BREAKING 1:15:20 - Back To Mets 1:21:26 - Final Thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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TSN Baseball Insider Steve Phillips joined OverDrive to discuss the Bo Bichette era concluding in Toronto and his signing with. the Mets, the Blue Jays' next steps after losing out on Bichette and Kyle Tucker, Cody Bellinger in the cards, targeting a closer and more.

Ben & Woods open the 9am hour with The Reindl Report and a couple of Paulie's top headlines of the morning, and we get interrupted with the breaking news that infielder Bo Bichette is signing with the New York Mets. Then at the bottom of the hour the guys spin the old Topic Wheel a couple of times and discuss any weekend plans before we get out of here on a Friday morning! Listen here!

Bo Bichette has agreed to a 3 year $126 million contract with the New York Mets. Why weren't the Red Sox in on a short term deal with Bichette? Where do they go from here? The Patriots need their pass rush to get to C.J. Stroud, while the Texans need defensive touchdowns and a big game from Stroud to come out on top.

There was breaking news during hour 3 of the 94 WIP Midday Show as free agent SS Bo Bichette signed with the New York Mets. It was a major loss for the Phillies as they were the favorites to sign Bichette and had been linked to him for some time. Immediate reaction ensued. The Phillies are not willing to spend as much money per year on players as other teams are. Joe Giglio says that the Phillies should probably consider rethinking how they offer contracts to players in the future and change up how they do things.

The 94 WIP Midday Show are reacting to breaking news in MLB that free agent SS Bo Bichette signed with the New York Mets. This is a huge blow to the Phillies as the team and Bichette had been closely linked for multiple weeks now. Joe Giglio says that it is an eye opening day for the Phillies and Kyle Quinn has already thrown in the towel on the 2026 Phillies season.

Today's 94 WIP Midday Show was filled with significant breaking news stories around MLB that heavily impacted the Phillies. The first being that SS Bo Bichette signed with the New York Mets which was a major blow to the Phillies who had been heavily after Bichette for weeks. Just an hour later, the Phillies re-signed Catcher J.T. Realmuto to a new three year deal. There was also a lot of reactions to yesterdays press conference in which Howie Roseman and Nick Sirianni spoke on the conclusion of the Eagles season. It certainly seems that Nick Sirianni does not have much power within the Eagles organization.

A wild opening segment on The Carton Show as Craig Carton and Chris McMonigle break down the most chaotic 24 hours of the MLB offseason. The Mets thought they had Kyle Tucker locked up before the Dodgers swooped in during the dead of night, sparking outrage across New York. Craig unloads on Mets and Yankees fans for whining about money, calls the Dodgers the new Evil Empire, and debates whether the Mets truly “panicked” or smartly pivoted to Bo Bichette. Plus, why Bichette was a better fit for the Yankees, why Yankee fans should actually be angrier than Mets fans, and a fiery argument over whether the Dodgers have an unfair advantage or are just smarter than everyone else.

Prime Minister Mark Carney strikes a deal with Beijing to allow Chinese EVs into Canada, in exchange for a break on canola tariffs and other products. The agreement marks a new direction in Canada's relationship with China, that some observers worry could come at a cost — both domestically, and with the U.S.Also: The Federal Court of Appeal rules the Trudeau government overstepped by invoking the Emergencies Act to clear convoy protests that all but shut down Ottawa nearly four years ago, saying the demonstrators ‘fell well short of a threat to national security.'And: The Toronto Blue Jays lose their star shortstop, Bo Bichette, to free agency. The 28-year-old, 2-time MLB all-star reportedly signed with the New York Mets for $126 million over three years.Plus: Trump weighs in on Canada-China deal, the mood in Iran, Minneapolis unrest, and more.

Episode 133 of Tablesetters is a live, solo emergency reaction to the New York Mets signing Bo Bichette to a three-year, $126 million contract, a deal that immediately reframes the Mets' offseason after missing on Kyle Tucker. This episode focuses on why this was not a fallback move. We break down the structure of the contract, the $42 million AAV, the opt-outs, and the absence of deferrals, and explain how it mirrors the same short-term, high-value philosophy the Mets pursued with Tucker. The player changed. The strategy did not. We also examine the market context that sharpened the decision. According to Bob Nightengale, the Philadelphia Phillies believed they had Bichette locked up on a seven-year, $200 million deal before the Mets stepped in. Rather than matching length and risk, New York leveraged annual value and optionality, reshaping both the division and the market in the process. From there, we dig into what the Mets are actually buying on the field, how Bichette's 2025 season reestablished his offensive ceiling, and why the club appears comfortable with the defensive trade-offs at third base given their infield alignment and roster depth. This is not a full teardown. It's a focused reaction on leverage, roster timing, and what this move says about how the Mets are choosing to compete right now. ⚾️ A fast pivot, a clear philosophy, and another defining contract in a rapidly evolving offseason.

The Philadelphia Flyers continue to progress during their rebuild as the season moves along. There are strengths and there are certainly weaknesses on this team. The week, the guys assess the Flyers' approach to coaching, the power play, offensive attack and more. Ryan Gilbert from BroadStreetHockey.com joined us this week for a deep dive into this team, its coaching, and the positives we're seeing this season. It was a fantastic conversation!But first, the guys had their Eagles season postmortem as a new offensive coordinator will be hired for the 2026 season. Plus, which free agents should stay, which should go? And the guys gave their Super Bowl team picks. (Approx. 5:35)From there, they got into a discussion about whether or not the Sixers could actually make it to the Eastern Conference Finals this season based off the Opposition Territory podcast discussion from this week. (Approx. 23:10)Then they talked about how the Phillies are serious about acquiring Bo Bichette and what that will mean for the team moving forward should it happen. (Approx. 30:55)The guys then got into some Listener Feedback about how Erik is now watching the Flyers. (Approx. 34:10)What they threw down on the Table this week was a great and in-depth conversation with Ryan Gilbert from Broad Street Hockey about the direction of this Flyers team as we're in mid-January. Assessing Rick Tocchet's coaching approach. What is the identity of this team? A deep discussion about Matvei Michkov's sophomore season. Positive aspects of this team we can cling onto. All of this and much more this week on the Table! (Approx. 41:05)SUBSCRIBE on YouTube: youtube.com/@thephiladelphiasportstableHead over to our website for all of our podcasts and more: philadelphiasportstable.comFollow us on BlueSky:Jeff: @jeffwarren.bsky.socialErik: @brickpollitt.bsky.socialFollow us on Threads:Jeff: @mrjeffwarrenErik: @slen1023The Show: @philadelphiasportstableFollow us on Twitter/X:Jeff: @Jeffrey_WarrenErik: @BrickPollittThe Show: @PhiladelphiaPSTFollow us on Instagram:Jeff: @mrjeffwarrenErik: @slen1023The Show: @philadelphiasportstable.Follow Jeff on TikTok: @mrjeffwarrenFollow us on Facebook: facebook.com/PhiladelphiaSportsTable

Francisco Rojas is here with a new episode of Phillies Today. He gives his thoughts on Jon Heyman's latest report on MLB Netowrk, talking about an offer from the Phillies made to J.T. Realmuto and where the team stands on talks with Bo Bichette. Also, Francisco expresses how he feels about Ranger Suarez officially being gone after signing a 5-year/$130 million deal with the Boston Red Sox. Lastly, he talks about the Phillies signing a 15-year-old potential phenom.

Guests: Blue Jays infielder Ernie Clement, general manager Ross Atkins  The face of the "Glue Jays," Ernie Clement, moves from the infield out to Deep Left Field to join us on the show this week. He talks about the immediate aftermath of Game 7 of the World Series in the clubhouse and gives his thoughts on the Jays' magical season and his magical post-season that fell just short. As well, Ernie fills us in on the pitch he made to Bo Bichette to stay with the Jays during Bichette's wedding. Also, the 2025 Blue Jays were given a Special Recognition Award at last weekend's Baseball Canada awards banquet. Ross Atkins joined me on stage to accept the award and for an interview, which you can hear here. Plus, as always, we open the mailbag at deepleftfield@thestar.ca!

Can the Red Sox land Bo Bichette? // Would You Rather? // #DORK Minute //

Breslow, you f*cking stiff. You let Bregman walk. And for what? For a no-trade clause? Really? What are we doing here? We are joined by newly minted king of the Barstool barverse @Hogdale_ who was in Chicago when the deal went down. Think of it like the girl from Hereditary who is by herself at the party and then on the car ride home sticks her head out the window to be decapitated. The (Red Sox) nation turns it's eyes to Bichette, who we unfortunately have zero faith that the front office will pony up the money it takes to fill this Bregman-sized hole in the lineup. Linktree NASP Instagram NASP Twitter Ian's Twitter Jack's Twitter Hogdale's Twitter Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Francisco Rojas is here with a new episode of Phillies Today. He dives into Bo Bichette supposedly meeting with the Phillies on Monday, and how Alex Bregman signing with the Cubs could affect the Phillies chances to sign Bichette.

This week on TABLE TALK, Jeff sat down with Liz Roscher from the Hittin' Season podcast and SABR to discuss the Philadelphia Phillies offseason. We dive into some move that have been made, and what still needs to get done by the Phils front office before Spring Training begins. How has this Hot Stove offseason been going? A fantastic discussion this week!Topics Liz and Jeff discussed:- The most intriguing signing of the Phillies so far during this offseason?- Should the Phillies really re-sign J.T. Realmuto, and if not, who would be the starting catcher?- Is Bo Bichette a realistic option to join this Phillies ball club?- Expectations heading into this season for both Justin Crawford and Andrew Painter.All of this and much more this week on Table Talk!SUBSCRIBE on YouTube: youtube.com/@thephiladelphiasportstableHead over to our website for all of our podcasts and more: philadelphiasportstable.comFollow us on BlueSky:Jeff: @jeffwarren.bsky.socialErik: @brickpollitt.bsky.socialFollow us on Threads:Jeff: @mrjeffwarrenErik: @slen1023The Show: @philadelphiasportstableFollow us on Twitter/X:Jeff: @Jeffrey_WarrenErik: @BrickPollittThe Show: @PhiladelphiaPSTFollow us on Instagram:Jeff: @mrjeffwarrenErik: @slen1023The Show: @philadelphiasportstable.Follow Jeff on TikTok: @mrjeffwarrenFollow us on Facebook: facebook.com/PhiladelphiaSportsTable

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

For episode 272 of Yapping Yankees, I yap all about how there have STILL been no bigger moves made in mid-January now, my frustration over Imai & Okamoto signing elsewhere, and all of the latest regarding Bellinger, Tucker, Peralta & Bichette, & whether or not we all see any of those happening at all at this point!

As the baseball world prepares for Spring Training being a month away, some of the biggest free agents in the sport remain on the open market. Kyle Tucker, Cody Bellinger and Bo Bichette are the three names that continue to circulate among the big spenders, but the question remains: where are they going to land come Opening Day?On this episode of Baseball Bar-B-Cast, Jordan Shusterman is joined by guest host Jack Harris from the California Post as they discuss the free-agent game of musical chairs, as well as take a look at whether the defending champion Los Angeles Dodgers could make a play for any of them if the deal is right. They also talk about why the Dodgers' finances might be a reason for their quiet offseason, despite signing All-Star closer Edwin Díaz early on.Later, Jordan is joined by Lance Brozdowski from Marquee Sports Network to break down the Chicago Cubs trading for Edward Cabrera from the Miami Marlins and why they were able to get him for a smaller-than-anticipated package. After that, Jordan and Jack examine Scott Boras trying to make history with Tarik Skubals' arbitration case before making their picks for The Good, The Bad & The Uggla.3:34 – The Opener: Big free agents still out there13:02 – What are the Dodgers' next move?30:43 – Breaking down the Cubs–Cabrera trade56:21 – A new Rockies pitching theory?1:00:10 – Scott Boras Scoreboard: Skubal update1:08:06 – The Good, The Bad & The Uggla Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:

It's been a quiet week in the world of the Boston Red Sox - as pitchers and catchers report in just a month's time, and the Sox now remain as the only major league team to not sign a free agent. Joey Copponi and Scott Neville discuss the ins and outs of the Red Sox' current situation, where things stand with Bregman and Bichette, and much more!

The 94 WIP Midday Show are discussing the latest developments in Bo Bichette's free agency. Rumors have completely heated up over the last few days and have only increased after the reports of multiple MLB writers. Phillies new bench coach Don Mattingly had a strong relationship with Bichette while they were together on the Blue Jays. If the Phillies sign Bichette it may be the end of the J.T. Realmuto era in Philadelphia.

Join Bryan Hayes, Jeff O'Neill and Jonas Siegel for Hour 2 on OverDrive! TSN Hockey Insiders Darren Dreger and Pierre LeBrun go around the biggest headlines in the NHL in the insider roundtable. The guys discuss Bo Bichette's potential next contract and the value on the deal, the Phillies and Yankees' search to sign Bichette, the Wild Card slate in the NFL playoffs, Trae Young's trade to the Wizards and the Raptors in on Anthony Davis and Bryan gives his FanDuel Best Bets.

MLB Network’s Jon Morosi joins the show to give us an updated lay of the land in the MLB free agent market. With names like Geno Suarez, Bregman, Bichette, and Kyle Tucker still available, who is holding up the market? He also dives into the option of having Suarez be a majority DH in your lineup. // Which Seahawk player or element of the team gives you the most cause for concern? The guys gave us their confidence levels, now it’s time to address the concerns with this Seahawks team. // Sweeping the Dial: Peyton Manning explains the perfect marriage of scheme and QB for Kubiak and Darnold. Tom Pelissero on Matt Ryan wanting to keep his job as a broadcaster for CBS and be the President of Football Operations for the Falcons. Russell Wilson reveals that he suffered a pretty serious injury before his Week 2 start against the Cowboys

Start your free online visit today at https://Hims.com/talkin for your personalized ED treatment optionsThis episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Get 10% off their first month at https://betterhelp.com/TALKINBASEBALL and get on your way to being your best self.Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app and use promo code JMBASEBALL Coach Trev and Talkin' Jake discuss the Blue Jays landing Kazuma Okamoto, Who the Red Sox would rather have Bichette or Bregman, who needs to start 2026 off HOT and more! 0:00 Intro1:40 who's won the offseason so far4:12 Kazuma Okamoto signs with Blue Jays15:40 Rest of AL East offseason transactions24:20 Could Arizona be a fit for Bregman?28:00 Where does Tucker land?30:40 San Francisco Giants offseason40:00 NL West44:15 Who needs to go to work in 2026?48:10 Skubal getting traded?53:44 What are the Phillies doing?1:01:24 Vinnie Pasquantino's Matt Quatraro Haiku Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.