Podcast appearances and mentions of Bo Bichette

Ben Maller talks about rumors that Bo Bichette will opt out of $84 million left on his contract with the Mets, if Jo Adell or Seiya Suzuki would be a better fit for the Phillies playoff push, why anyone should buy the A's hype in Las Vegas, Maller to the Third Degree, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Big Ben talks about Victor Wembanyama storming off the court after the Knicks defeated the Spurs in Game 5 to win the NBA Championship, talks that Bo Bichette will opt out of the remainder of his contract with the Mets, Maller to the Third Degree, Insta-Advice Line, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Atlanta Braves ace Spencer Strider landed on the injured list with severe right elbow inflammation after an alarming velocity drop. Corey Pieper breaks down the latest injury updates across Major League Baseball, runs through the Waiver Wire segment, and locks in the FanDuel Bet of the Day. In news and injury updates, Jacob Wilson returned from the injured list while Brent Rooker was shelved, and Seth Lugo hit the concussion-injured list. AJ Puk had his rehab assignment paused after a setback, Nolan Gorman was optioned to Triple-A with Blaze Jordan making his MLB debut, and Adolis Garcia landed on the 60-day injured list with a torn right lat. Spencer Strider left his start with arm soreness leading to his injured list stint, Sean Sullivan left his debut at Las Vegas due to illness, and Trent Grisham hit the injured list with a right hamstring strain which prompted the activation of Jasson Dominguez. Jose Ramirez is dealing with a broken hamate bone, Evan Carter went to the injured list with an oblique strain, Seiya Suzuki is experiencing right knee discomfort, and Vinnie Pasquantino suffered a hamate fracture sidelining him four to six weeks. Cooper Pratt is set for a Tuesday call-up, Corey Seager is showing concussion symptoms, Josh Naylor fouled a ball off his shin, Andres Munoz has lower back tightness, Grayson Rodriguez is fighting back tightness after a poor outing, and Jose Soriano experienced a tight chest and sore legs despite a strong start. Additionally, Tarik Skubal returned Saturday throwing 4.2 innings allowing five hits, one walk, two earned runs, and four strikeouts, while Jack Flaherty hit the injured list with a left peroneal strain. For daily performance metrics, Jacob Misiorowski threw a complete game allowing one hit with 15 strikeouts, Tanner Bibee threw 7 innings allowing two hits and two walks with two earned runs and eight strikeouts while giving up solo home runs to Spencer Torkelson and James Outman, and Sandy Alcantara went 8 innings allowing five hits and one walk with three earned runs and seven strikeouts. Liam Hicks went 3-for-4 with three runs, one home run, and two RBIs Friday, Ceddanne Rafaela went 3-for-5 with three runs, one home run, three RBIs, and one steal Friday, Dominic Canzone hit a home run, and Yordan Alvarez hit two home runs with six RBIs Friday in the first inning. Nick Kurtz had an incredible week at Las Vegas, Byron Buxton went 3-for-3 with a home run Friday, Cole Carrigg homered Friday, Bo Bichette hit two home runs Friday, and Ivan Herrera hit two home runs Saturday. Cam Schlittler tossed 7 innings allowing six hits and four walks with one earned run and seven strikeouts against Kevin Gausman who threw 7 innings allowing one hit and two walks with one earned run and seven strikeouts, Yoshinobu Yamamoto went 8.1 innings allowing one hit and one earned run with seven strikeouts, and Shohei Ohtani returned Saturday going 1-for-3 with two runs, one home run, one RBI, and three walks after missing Friday. Max Muncy went 3-for-3 with two runs, two home runs, four RBIs, and two walks Saturday, Michael Soroka went 7 innings allowing two hits and one earned run with seven strikeouts, Jackson Chourio hit two home runs Saturday, and the Rockies faced the Athletics. Max Meyer pitched 6 innings allowing six hits and three walks with one earned run and nine strikeouts against Paul Skenes who went 6 innings allowing four hits and one walk with two earned runs and 10 strikeouts, Miles Mikolas threw 7 innings allowing three hits with three strikeouts, Keibert Ruiz went 3-for-4 with two runs, one home run, and two RBIs, and Geraldo Perdomo hit a home run and stole a base. AJ Ewing went 3-for-5 with two runs, one home run, and two RBIs Sunday, Stephen Kolek went 7.1 innings allowing five hits and one walk with zero earned runs and four strikeouts, Kyle Harrison threw 6 innings allowing three hits with three strikeouts, Alec Burleson hit another home run, Logan Webb pitched 8 innings allowing seven hits with seven strikeouts, and Cedric Mullins stole two bases Sunday. On the negative side, Brandon Nimmo went 0-for-4 with three strikeouts Friday, Evan Carter went 0-for-2 with two strikeouts Friday, Trey Yesavage went 5 innings allowing four hits and six walks with five earned runs and three strikeouts, Roki Sasaki went 4.1 innings allowing seven hits and three walks with seven earned runs and four strikeouts, Tatsuya Imai went 0.2 innings allowing four hits and one walk with five earned runs and one strikeout, and Ryan Weathers went 4.1 innings allowing five hits and one walk with six earned runs and two strikeouts. Andy Pages went 0-for-4 with three strikeouts, Zack Littell went 1.2 innings allowing four hits and one walk with five earned runs, Eduardo Rodriguez went 2.2 innings allowing two hits and five walks with one earned run and three strikeouts, Zach Neto went 1-for-5 with four strikeouts Friday and 0-for-5 with two strikeouts Sunday, Kyle Stowers went 0-for-3 with two strikeouts, and Dalton Rushing went 0-for-3 with three strikeouts Saturday. Spencer Torkelson went 0-for-4 with three strikeouts Saturday, Austin Riley went 0-for-4 with two strikeouts Saturday, and Trea Turner, Cristopher Sanchez, and Nico Hoerner were listed, while Spencer Horwitz went 0-for-4 with four strikeouts, Brandon Lowe went 0-5 with three strikeouts, Manny Machado went 0-for-4 with two strikeouts, Emerson Hancock pitched 4 innings allowing nine hits with six earned runs and two strikeouts, and Bryce Elder went 4 innings allowing 10 hits and two walks with six earned runs and two strikeouts. 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The Mets have been trending in a more positive direction since the beginning of May and one player who has been helping the turnaround is Bo Bichette who met with Pat McCarthy to discuss turning things around and the need to keep grinding.

The Mets took a huge 7-5 victory to open their series against the Braves and after the game Carlos Mendoza met with the media to give some thoughts on Bo Bichette's night at the plate along with his thoughts on Nolan McLean's start.

Bo Bichette had a huge night at the plate for the Mets and after hitting 2 home runs including a grand slam he met with the media to discuss getting some confidence at the plate along with the importance to take a win against the best team in the league.

Los Angeles Dodgers All-Star catcher Will Smith was officially placed on the 10-day injured list due to neck inflammation. Corey Pieper breaks down the latest injury updates across Major League Baseball, runs through the Pitching Planner segment, and locks in the FanDuel Bet of the Day. In news and injury updates, Tarik Skubal sat while Kenley Jansen is out Friday, Seth Lugo underwent CT scans, and Justin Wrobleski suffered a hamstring contusion alongside Shohei Ohtani dealing with left knee inflammation. Jordan Lawlar makes his return today, while Antwone Kelly prepares for his MLB debut. For daily performance metrics, Tiger hitters Gleyber Torres, Wenceel Perez, Riley Greene, Colt Keith, Spencer Torkelson, and Zach McKinstry hit six home runs, while Keider Montero pitched 6.1 innings with four hits, one walk, and four strikeouts. Lars Nootbaar hit a home run, Alec Burleson homered in three straight games, and Bo Bichette and Juan Soto both hit home runs. Tyler Phillips pitched 5 innings allowing two hits and two walks with zero earned runs and five strikeouts against Merrill Kelly who went 6 innings allowing four hits, two walks, two earned runs, and one strikeout, while Cole Carrigg launched his first home run. On the negative side, Zebby Matthews struggled through 6 innings allowing nine hits, one walk, seven earned runs, and four strikeouts, while Bryan Woo was listed among the duds. The rotating Pitching Planner details upcoming matchups featuring Tarik Skubal at Cleveland, Trey Yesavage versus the New York Yankees, Taj Bradley versus St. Louis, Imai at Kansas City, Kyle Harrison versus Philadelphia, and Landen Roupp versus Chicago Cubs. First Cup Fantasy Baseball drops every weekday around 9 AM ET on The F6P Hour. Use code F6PPODS for 15% off All Access at fantasysixpack.net – rankings, matchup tools, DFS and betting cheat sheets, and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Joe DeMayo and guest co-host Sal Licata deliver the latest episode of The Mets Pod, as the Mets come home from a west coast trip. Sal and Joe discuss the overall state of the team, the stalled rehab of Jorge Polanco, the emergence of Carson Benge, the slight steps forward for Bo Bichette, and the latest makeup of the starting rotation. Later, the guys go Down on the Farm for a status update on 2025 first-round draft pick Mitch Voit, and answer Mailbag questions about the development of A.J. Ewing, the bar for being buyers at the trade deadline, and the potential trade return for Freddy Peralta if the Mets decide to deal him away. 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 show! 01:35 The Week That Was...hanging in 05:50 Jorge Polanco and the DH situation 10:20 The Carson Benge breakthrough 17:20 Bo Bichette better, still need better 20:00 Carson Benge and A.J. Ewing in the outfield 25:30 Christian Scott dealing 27:55 Believe in Sean Manaea again? 31:30 Bullpen staying strong 33:45 Down on the Farm: Checking in on Mitch Voit 37:45 Mailbag – Looking back at A.J. Ewing's minor league splits 40:10 Mailbag - What's the bar to be buyers? 44:10 Mailbag – Can they sell AND contend for a WC? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

**RECORDED PRIOR TO NEWS ON ALVAREZ RETURN & SENGA INJURY**The Mets continue to steady the ship, winning seven of their last ten games and showing signs that this club may be turning a corner. In Episode 10 of Season 5, we break down what's fueling the recent stretch of success, the continued evolution of Carson Benge, and why veterans Bo Bichette and Marcus Semien finally appear to be finding their rhythm at the plate.We also discuss Mark Vientos' ongoing struggles and whether the organization needs to start making difficult decisions as his disappointing season continues. Plus, we dive into the increasingly popular opener strategy, examine how the Mets are utilizing it, and share our thoughts on whether it's a sustainable approach moving forward.All that and much more, including the latest roster storylines, player performances, and everything happening around the New York Mets.Subscribe, download, and join the conversation! #LGM ⚾️

Hembo joins the show to discuss Cristopher Sanchez's historic month, a superstar the Red Sox should trade for, Michael Harris II's incredible improvement, Ben Rice's breakout, Bobby Witt Jr.'s obscurity, and how ABS has dramatically helped left-handed hitters. Blue Jays broadcaster Dan Shulman then stops by to discuss all things Toronto and how the Blue Jays finally have light at the end of the tunnel. Him and Buster then get into a discussion for a manager that is replacing Aaron Boone as most fiery in MLB. Sarah Langs takes us through some amazing pitching stats and we end with Bleacher Tweets. 0:00 Intro 0:52 Hembo joins, Cristopher Sanchez is incredible 3:53 Red Sox to trade for Bo Bichette?! 7:05 Tigers not taking calls on Tarik Skubal 12:10 Michael Harris II's remarkable improvement 14:52 Ben Rice is a Yankees star 17:27 Bobby Witt Jr. is turning into the next Mike Trout 19:54 Left-handed hitters are raking 23:54 Blue Jays injuries with Dan Shulman 26:11 The reason for hope in Toronto 28:14 Vladimir Guerrero Jr's power dip 31:13 Louis Varland is the real MVP 33:12 Blue Jays Trade Outlook 36:22 The new fieriest manager in MLB 41:22 Sarah Langs numbers game 43:10 Bleacher Tweets: Roberto Clemente, pitching stats Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hembo joins the show to discuss Cristopher Sanchez's historic month, a superstar the Red Sox should trade for, Michael Harris II's incredible improvement, Ben Rice's breakout, Bobby Witt Jr.'s obscurity, and how ABS has dramatically helped left-handed hitters. Blue Jays broadcaster Dan Shulman then stops by to discuss all things Toronto and how the Blue Jays finally have light at the end of the tunnel. Him and Buster then get into a discussion for a manager that is replacing Aaron Boone as most fiery in MLB. Sarah Langs takes us through some amazing pitching stats and we end with Bleacher Tweets. 0:00 Intro 0:52 Hembo joins, Cristopher Sanchez is incredible 3:53 Red Sox to trade for Bo Bichette?! 7:05 Tigers not taking calls on Tarik Skubal 12:10 Michael Harris II's remarkable improvement 14:52 Ben Rice is a Yankees star 17:27 Bobby Witt Jr. is turning into the next Mike Trout 19:54 Left-handed hitters are raking 23:54 Blue Jays injuries with Dan Shulman 26:11 The reason for hope in Toronto 28:14 Vladimir Guerrero Jr's power dip 31:13 Louis Varland is the real MVP 33:12 Blue Jays Trade Outlook 36:22 The new fieriest manager in MLB 41:22 Sarah Langs numbers game 43:10 Bleacher Tweets: Roberto Clemente, pitching stats Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today, we break down the Knicks' thrilling Game 1 comeback win over the Spurs, tracking Jalen Brunson's heroics, his injury scare, and callers declaring him the new 'King of NY'. We debate if Game 2 is a must-win for San Antonio, look at how the Knicks limited Wemby, and check soaring ticket prices for a potential championship. In football, John Harbaugh and OBJ weigh in on the Giants, while on the diamond, the Yankees drop one to the Guardians with a struggling Gerrit Cole and the Mets beat the Mariners behind Bo Bichette. We wrap it all up with the 'Protect College Sports Act', a Wing Scout review, and the Moment of the Day featuring 'Walking Ambien' Wally Szczerbiak.

The Knicks came back in the fourth quarter to take Game 1 of the NBA Finals in San Antonio, as Jalen Brunson played the hero and KAT played great against Wemby. Jerry delivers his first update featuring the sounds of Brunson putting them up 97-95, plus Mike Brown on Brunson hanging tough and Brunson on the team's resilience. Meanwhile, Wemby is not worried in the slightest and Dylan Harper says the loss is on them. Turning to baseball, the Yankees lost to the Guardians as Gerrit Cole did not pitch great, and there is no timetable for Aaron Judge's return. On a brighter note, the Mets beat the Mariners with Bo Bichette going 4-for-4. Finally, we take calls from Knicks fans on a potentially bad injury to Brunson.

We start with Boomer discussing the ‘Protect College Sports Act', then Gio invites Boomer over for dinner and a trip to the Portly Villager for the Knicks game. Next, we hear from Knicks fans who already have the championship locked up, leading into Jerry's final update on Jalen Brunson playing through injuries. Plus, Wemby admits he was bad last night, OBJ talks about why he's back, and the Yankees lose to the Guardians as Gerrit Cole struggles. To wrap up, the Mets beat the Mariners behind Bo Bichette's big day, we hit the Moment of the Day featuring ‘Walking Ambien Wally Szczerbiak', and discuss how Yussef is getting to the World Cup.

Jerry returns with Jalen Brunson playing through injuries. Wemby said he was bad last night and it wasn't more complicated than that. OBJ talked about being back and why he's back. The Yankees lost to the Guardians as Gerrit Cole did not pitch great. The Mets beat the Mariners as Bo Bichette went 4-for-4 with 3 RBIs. The Moment of The Day: ‘Walking Ambien Wally Szczerbiak'.

Jerry starts with the sounds of Brunson ‘from downtown' to put them up 97-95. We heard from Mike Brown on Brunson getting beat up early but hanging tough. Brunson talked about the team being resilient. We heard the sounds of the Yankees losing to the Guardians as Gerrit Cole did not pitch great. There is no timetable for Aaron Judge's return. The Mets beat the Mariners as Bo Bichette finally did something, going 4-for-4.

Bo Bichette talks with Pat McCarthy after grabbing four hits and three rbi's in the Mets 7-1 over the Seattle Mariners on Wednesday afternoon.

Join Matt Heckman (@Heckman_Matt115) of Pitcher List and Greg (@greghoogkamp) as they discuss the initial CBA proposals (and what it might mean as we move forward), news and notes around MLB and MiLB and have a strategy discussion about what to do with star players who have struggled to start the season. The guys highlight several players who were expected to carry dynasty rosters and what they think the best path forward might be.Players discussed: Cal Raleigh, Michael Busch, Vinnie Pasquantino, Matt McLain, Luke Keaschall, Matt Chapman, Manny Machado, Bo Bichette, Trea Turner, Steven Kwan, Jackson Merrill, Fernando Tatis Jr., Tyler Soderstrom, Eury Perez, Shane Baz, Robbie Ray, Zac Gallen, Mackenzie Gore, Devin Williams, David Bednar, Andres Munoz.

Is it officially time to rage drop Tanner Bibee after another blowout, or do the metrics suggest a major bounce-back is coming? Episode Summary Joe Bond and AJ Applegarth break down the top waiver wire adds, brutal drops, and key rankings movers for Week 10 of the fantasy baseball season. The crew details why pitchers like Shota Imanaga and Nolan McLean are sliding down the rankings, and explains why struggling stars like Bo Bichette represent key buy-low opportunities rather than panic drops. Week 10 Fantasy Baseball Advanced Analytics & Strategic Breakdown The fantasy baseball landscape is shifting rapidly as we head into Week 10, requiring managers to separate raw surface statistics from true predictive indicators. The focal point of this week's analysis centers on Cleveland Guardians right-hander Tanner Bibee, whose disastrous outing against the Washington Nationals exposed massive vulnerabilities. Surrendering seven earned runs and an astounding five home runs over just three innings of work on Memorial Day sent shockwaves through fantasy rosters. Looking into his broader trajectory, a disturbing multi-year pattern emerges. Bibee's surface ERA has progressively climbed from 2.98 to 3.47, then to 4.24, and now sits at 4.57 for the season. Coupled with a 4.16 SIERA and a strikeout rate dropping below one punchout per inning, Bibee can no longer be viewed as an un-droppable asset. His underlying numbers indicate he has transitioned into a volatile, matchup-dependent option rather than a reliable rotation anchor. Pitching volatility dominates the landscape this week, highlighted by prominent rankings fallers Shota Imanaga and Nolan McLean. While some fantasy managers might react with panic to their downward slide in the rankings, it is crucial to analyze the shift structurally rather than assuming true skill regression. Shota Imanaga's dip reflects an expected correction after an incredibly hot stretch, making it an adjustment based on stabilizing underlying metrics. Meanwhile, Nolan McLean's slide serves as a reminder of how quickly pitching depth charts and small-sample performance can fluctuate in standard rankings models. Separating these structural rankings adjustments from complete profile collapses is what allows sharp managers to maximize their pitching rotations while others panic-drop viable assets. Conversely, the advanced data reveals lucrative buy-low windows for targets experiencing acute misfortune. Oakland Athletics slugger Brent Rooker stands out as a prime trade target despite a freezing cold spell that dragged his batting average down to .189 with a 52:17 strikeout-to-walk ratio. While his standard Savant page flashes concerning blue metrics, Rooker boasts a consistent multi-year track record of crossing the 30-home-run threshold. In an era where league-wide batting averages are depressed, maintaining a true 30-homer profile provides massive utility, making him an ideal target while his market value is rock bottom. Similarly, managers must remain disciplined with elite foundational bats like Freddie Freeman and Bo Bichette. Freeman's minor dip in the rankings represents a normal structural variation rather than a fundamental degradation of his elite plate discipline. Bo Bichette is another prime example of why surface-level struggles should not trigger a panic drop. While he appears as a "Homer Pick Drop" focus on the show due to recent visual adjustments and shifting team dynamics, his long-term track record remains undeniable. Bichette is not a true skills-based rankings faller to cut loose; instead, the underlying metrics suggest he remains an elite bounce-back candidate. Treating his depressed batting average as a structural buying window rather than a permanent anchor allows you to secure an elite infielder before his inevitable positive statistical correction occurs. On the waiver wire front, uncovering values requires a sharp focus on expected metrics and situational deployment. Washington Nationals starter Cade Cavalli has emerged as a high-priority addition, exhibiting elite command over his last three starts spanning 19.3 innings. Cavalli has posted a stellar 2.79 ERA, a 1.03 WHIP, and a spectacular 2.44 SIERA alongside 24 strikeouts—highlighted by consecutive 10-strikeout performances against Atlanta and the Mets. Backed by a highly potent Nationals offense, his run support floor remains high. Meanwhile, deep-league infielder options like Chase Meidroth of the Chicago White Sox and Blaze Alexander of the Baltimore Orioles offer flexible, multi-position eligibility. Meidroth benefits from hitting near the top of a White Sox lineup that unexpectedly ranks as the eighth-best offense by wRC+. Alexander provides elite short-term streaming upside, slashing .344 with a .913 OPS since mid-May, offering short-term category boosts while navigating structural gaps in the fantasy infield. Episode Chapters & Timestamps 0:00 - Week 10 Overview & Strategy 3:30 - Homer Pick: Blaze Alexander (2B/3B/SS/OF, BAL) Analysis 10:13 - Waiver Wire Add: Chase Meidroth (2B/3B/SS, CWS) Profile 14:48 - Waiver Wire Add: Cade Cavalli (SP, WAS) Statcast Breakdown 18:06 - Rage Drop of the Wk: Tanner Bibee (SP, CLE) Deep Dive 24:25 - Waiver Wire Drop: Devin Williams (RP, NYM) Closer Volatility 28:57 - Waiver Wire Drop: Brent Rooker (DH/OF, ATH) Valuation 36:05 - Homer Pick: Bo Bichette (SS/3B, NYM) Outlook 41:14 - FanDuel Presents: MLB Season Win Totals & Odds 48:50 - Rankings Review: Week 10 Risers & Fallers 48:50 - Rankings Riser: CJ Abrams (SS, WSH) 50:27 - Rankings Riser: Yandy Diaz (1B, TB) 51:37 - Rankings Riser: Casey Schmitt (1B/3B, SF) 53:30 - Rankings Riser: Ketel Marte (2B, ARI) 55:49 - Rankings Riser: Payton Tolle (SP, BOS) 57:34 - Rankings Riser: Shane Baz (SP, BAL) 59:16 - Rankings Riser: Gerrit Cole (SP, NYY) 1:00:12 - Rankings Faller: Freddie Freeman (1B, LAD) 1:01:38 - Rankings Faller: Taylor Ward (OF, BAL) 1:02:06 - Rankings Faller: Tyler Soderstrom (1B/DH, ATH) 1:03:34 - Rankings Faller: Vinnie Pasquantino (1B, KC) 1:04:14 - Rankings Faller: Nolan McLean (SP, NYM) 1:07:00 - Rankings Faller: Shota Imanaga (SP, CHC) 1:07:40 - Rankings Faller: Sandy Alcantara (SP, MIA) 1:09:34 - Rankings Faller: Jack Perkins (P, OAK) 1:17:40 - Buy Low Trade Target: Nico Hoerner (2B, CHC) 1:18:45 - Buy Low Trade Target: Brent Rooker (DH/OF, ATH) 1:21:16 - Sell High Trade Target: Brandon Lowe (2B, TB) 1:23:24 - Sell High Trade Target: Spencer Arrighetti (SP, HOU) The F6P Hour is proudly presented by FanDuel! 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On this episode, we dive into a loaded MLB and NBA slate packed with hot takes, blockbuster trade ideas, and player debates. Josh opens with a True or False segment asking whether at least 10 pitchers legitimately have a shot to win the NL Cy Young Award this season. Then we revisit the biggest MLB free-agent signings and decide whether each move has been a good sign or a bad sign for their new teams — featuring stars like Bo Bichette, Kyle Tucker, Alex Bregman, Pete Alonso, Dylan Cease, and more. On the NBA side, we break down a massive three-team blockbuster sending Giannis Antetokounmpo to the Wizards, Anthony Davis to Golden State, and a mountain of picks changing hands. We debate who wins the deal long-term and what it means for the future of all three franchises. Plus, in another edition of “Who Would You Rather Have For The Next 3 Seasons,” we put OG Anunoby head-to-head with some of the NBA's biggest names including Austin Reaves, James Harden, Derrick White, De'Aaron Fox, Amen Thompson, Steph Castle, and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In the 8am hour, Joe, Jon and Rhea analyze the Phillies' recent surge under Don Mattingly while debating the effectiveness of Dave Dombrowski's roster construction. They explore potential trade targets like Bo Bichette and discuss the development of pitching prospect Gage Wood. Additionally, they discuss Jalen Hurts' fit in the new Eagles offense and debate the best movie characters introduced in sequels. 01:55 - Summer Reading And Vacations 05:45 - Phillies Roster Construction Issues 12:00 - Phillies Power Past Padres 19:15 - Bo Bichette Trade Speculation 26:46 - Alec Bohm Defensive Heroics 31:00 - Station Hall Of Fame 38:17 - Phillies Offense Statistical Struggles 48:08 - Sirianni Versus Vrabel Debate 55:15 - Jalen Brunson And Knicks 01:02:50 - Dombrowski Future And Trades

Dylan Campione & Nicho Fernandez determine whether the Side is Retired on several teams and players' seasons. From the underperforming New York Mets and San Francisco Giants to the struggling Bo Bichette and Fernando Tatis Jr. the guys analyze whether seasons can be turned around!  To get involved in a future episode or have your opinions heard, email us at SideRetiredPod@Gmail.com or reach out on our social medias @SideRetiredPod on Instagram / TikTok / (X) Twitter 

The New York Mets certainly had a chance to win the series in DC, but struggles with their rotation led to them only being able to secure a series split. Chris and Jack break down the SP woes, Bo Bichette getting hot and more on the latest edition of BLEAV In Mets. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The New York Mets leave Washington with a split against the Washington Nationals and winners in 7 of their last 10, but was it a missed opportunity or a sign this team is beginning to find its identity? This week, we break down the series in DC, the continued emergence of the Mets' youth movement, and why the young core is bringing much-needed energy to the roster.We also dive into Bo Bichette starting to heat up at the plate and what his turnaround could mean for the lineup moving forward. Plus, with injuries, inconsistency, and workload concerns beginning to pile up, are the cracks in the starting rotation becoming a real issue? We discuss the biggest question marks surrounding the pitching staff, lineup construction, bullpen usage, and what needs to happen for the Mets to keep stacking wins heading into a crucial stretch of the season.FOLLOW on Instagram, YouTube & X: @cupofmetsSUBSCRIBE on Spotify, Apple or wherever you get your podcasts!DOWNLOAD The SeatGeek App! Use Code: "CUPOFMETS" to get $20.00 off

Blake Murphy is joined by Sportsnet's David Singh to talk Spencer Miles, Adam Macko and Toronto winning the final 2 games of their 4-game set vs. New York. Former MLB pitcher Matt Clement (32:02) joins to preview Paul Skenes, Bubba Chandler, Konnor Griffin and the Pittsburgh Pirates. Bobby Wagner (49:56) of Tipping Pitches pops by to discuss Bo Bichette and the New York Mets, as well as CBA negotiations, with the current deal set to expire in December. Lastly, Vivek Jacob (1:19:42) of Yahoo Canada joins to talk Blue Jays and cricket culture in Canada. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Pat McCarthy talks with Bo Bichette after his two run single in the third inning proved to be enough for the Mets as they beat the Nationals 2-1 on Thursday afternoon.

Jerry has the sounds of Mike Breen as the Knicks dominated in the final 13 minutes. Mike Brown talked about the comeback. KAT said it was a thrilling ending. The Mets had a 5-0 lead as Bo Bichette hit 2 HRs, and then James Wood hit an inside the park grand slam. The Yankees beat the Blue Jays as Ben Rice homered and he and Judge are tied with 16 each.

The Knicks pulled off a thrilling Game 1 OT comeback against the Cavs after trailing by 22, sparking a Jalen Brunson fourth-quarter takeover while Kenny Atkinson sat on his timeouts. Jerry's first update brings the sounds of the final 13 minutes via Mike Breen, along with thoughts from Mike Brown and KAT. Next, the Mets had a 5-0 lead as Bo Bichette hit two homers and James Wood hit an inside-the-park grand slam. Over in the Bronx, the Yankees beat the Blue Jays with Ben Rice tying Judge at 16 homers apiece. Finally, the Cavs' Dennis Schroder wrapped up the hour with an Instagram photo dump captioned "0-1."

Dylan Crews is officially back in the majors with Washington, forcing fantasy managers to weigh if he is worth a potential add. Joe Bond breaks down the fantasy impact of the latest roster shuffles, daily Buy/Sell/Drops, and a Chris Sale FanDuel Bet of the Day. The Nationals shake up their roster by bringing Dylan Crews back to the big leagues, while teammate James Wood steals the show with an inside-the-park grand slam. Meanwhile, Ryan Jeffers is slated to miss 6-to-8 weeks with a severe strain, and the Astros place Lance McCullers Jr. back on the IL. Jackson Holliday slides down to seventh in his season debut, while Gerrit Cole and Corbin Burnes lock in key weekend pitching milestones. Bo Bichette, Freddie Freeman, and Travis Bazzana lead a stacked group of daily studs. On the flip side, Christian Yelich and prospect Jac Caglianone land firmly in the dud column after frustrating performances at the dish. In this week's trading window, we look to buy low on elite talent like Fernando Tatis Jr. and Brandon Nimmo while cashing out high on Bryson Stott. First Cup Fantasy Baseball drops every weekday around 9 AM ET on The F6P Hour. Use code F6PPODS for 15% off All Access at fantasysixpack.net — rankings, matchup tools, DFS and betting cheat sheets, and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Peter and Fink check in on the biggest free agents this offseason. How are they doing? Then, they dive into Shohei Ohtani as a pitcher and hitter, Jarren Duran's struggles, and what they mean for the Boston Red Sox, and finally, Luis Arraez's blossoming into an elite defender. Time Stamps: Dan Wilson Blunder: 3:34Free Agent Check In: 15:21Shohei Ohtani: 39:10Jarren Duran: 49:00Luis Arraez: 59:05All the Important Links!Join our Just Baseball DiscordJust Baseball Merch! Subscribe to Our New Newsletter!Use Code "JUSTBASEBALL" when signing up on BetMGM

Brad Williams joins the show! He's got a new special out on his YouTube channel called Live on Short Street! Go check it out YouTube.com/@BradWilliamsComedy. (28:30) What is happening in Chicago? Are they getting a new stadium for the Bears or are they moving to Indiana? (35:47) The Mets new signing Bo Bichette had some interesting things to say about his deal. It's a 3-year deal, but with two opt-outs. BUT! He says he looks at it like a 3-year deal. (40:20) We have a slight correction on Blake Snell and Tarik Skubal. (44:30) Urban Meyer did not get paid. The Jaguars clear $30 million. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brad Williams joins the show! He's got a new special out on his YouTube channel called Live on Short Street! Go check it out YouTube.com/@BradWilliamsComedy. (28:30) What is happening in Chicago? Are they getting a new stadium for the Bears or are they moving to Indiana? (35:47) The Mets new signing Bo Bichette had some interesting things to say about his deal. It's a 3-year deal, but with two opt-outs. BUT! He says he looks at it like a 3-year deal. (40:20) We have a slight correction on Blake Snell and Tarik Skubal. (44:30) Urban Meyer did not get paid. The Jaguars clear $30 million. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ben Maller talks about Jason Varitek's wife taking shots at the Red Sox front office, Bo Bichette's explanation for his struggles with the Mets, NBA players saying they'd essentially prefer the bubonic plague to playing for the Grizzlies, Maller's Mountain of Money: Pete Townshend Edition, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo are proud to finally deliver a happy pod on the latest episode of The Mets Pod. After a week of dramatic wins, which included a sweep of the Tigers, a Subway Series victory over the Yankees, and a 10-run 12th inning in Washington, Connor and Joe recap it all - including notes on Carson Benge, A.J. Ewing, Bo Bichette, Nick Morabito, Mark Vientos, and more, plus a pitch to the audience to come up with a different nickname for the Mets youth movement that is better than "Baby Mets." The guys also go deep on the pitching, discussing Clay Holmes' injury, the call up of Zach Thornton, and what Jonah Tong has been doing Down on the Farm. The show wraps with a Mailbag featuring questions about the race back to a .500 record and what the lineup could look like once Francisco Lindor returns. 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 show! 00:40 The Week That Was...finally a good one 03:05 A.J. Ewing, Carson Benge, the kids are alright 06:10 Mark Vientos getting good at first base? 08:50 10 runs in the 12th inning!! 09:55 Can we come up with a better nickname than "Baby Mets" please? 10:45 Prospect Nick Morabito called up 17:35 Bullpen stepping up 21:20 Clay Holmes injury 21:50 Up from the Farm: Zach Thornton 25:10 Down on the Farm: Checking in on Jonah Tong 31:30 The Scoreboard: recapping last week's predictions 32:35 The Scoreboard: making next week's bets 39:55 Mailbag – .500 record by June 1st on the table? 43:30 Mailbag – What's the lineup with Lindor look like? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Hour 2: The Mets are closers and keep the faith in Bo Bichette because he will come around. The Cavs don't have the physicality or toughness needed to beat the Knicks.

Hugh Douglas and Joe Giglio on the Midday Show discuss the Phillies' decision to stick with Alec Bohm over pursuing Bo Bichette, who has struggled significantly with his new team. They also dive into producer Buzz's controversial decision to issue an intentional walk during an eighth-grade baseball game. The segment wraps up with listener feedback regarding Tom McCarthy and Kayshon Boutte, followed by a preview of the Phillies' series against the Reds. 01:22 - Bohm vs Bichette Debate 05:40 - Buzz Overmanages 8th Graders 13:19 - Rob Thomson Walk Comparison 14:52 - You People Listener Feedback 20:18 - Phillies Reds Series Preview

Hugh Douglas and Joe Giglio analyze the buzz surrounding Jalen Hurts after a mention on the new Drake album and positive comments from a former coach. They debate whether Hurts is the greatest star to ever wear an Eagles uniform compared to legends like Terrell Owens and Reggie White. They also check in on Bo Bichette's struggles with the Mets and discuss a controversial managerial decision in youth baseball. 01:50 - Introduction and Hurts Coaching 08:17 - Jalen Hurts Megastar Status 18:30 - Hugh's Clues Winner Announced 22:10 - Mattingly and Thomson Impact 32:50 - Bo Bichette Struggles 37:00 - Youth Baseball Managerial Controversy 45:30 - Listener Feedback Segment

MLB Network analyst and former catcher Alex Avila (2:43) joins Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker to discuss the state of the American League after 40 games, how players break out of mid-season slumps, what Brandon Valenzuela can expect in his first game behind the plate at Yankee Stadium, and why Vladimir Guerrero Jr. has so much success in the Bronx. Jeff and Kevin listen to John Schneider's pre-game availability before welcoming in Yankees radio analyst Suzyn Waldman (31:20) to discuss the recent offensive drop-off in New York, solutions for their struggling bullpen, their ceiling in 2026, and her conversation with Bo Bichette. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

The crew is back for another packed episode of Sports Fellowship with Fox and Frank as Dan Fox, Frank Knight, Alan “Action” Jackson, Tyler, and Rich Vassallo break down a wild week across the sports world. The guys dive into the Yankees' recent struggles, the Mets continuing to disappoint despite a massive payroll, and whether teams like the Braves are already running away with their divisions before summer even arrives. There's also a spirited debate about Pete Alonso, Bo Bichette, the Phillies' inconsistency, and whether the Mets still have any realistic playoff hopes left.The NBA playoff conversation gets heated as the crew discusses the Knicks' surprising playoff run, Joel Embiid's frustrations, the weakness of the Eastern Conference, and why Oklahoma City may be the biggest buzzsaw in basketball right now. They also revisit NBA history with discussions about Dennis Rodman, the Malice at the Palace, Karl-Anthony Towns finally stepping up, and whether the Knicks truly have a shot at reaching the Finals.The NHL playoffs bring more strong opinions as Carolina dominates the East, Vegas continues to stir controversy, and John Tortorella once again finds himself at the center of headlines after refusing postgame media obligations. The crew debates playoff formats, coaching personalities, and why some teams always seem to get stuck in tougher conferences than others.The show closes with reactions to the newly released NFL schedule, including predictions for the Giants, Cowboys, Raiders, and the NFC East as a whole. The guys discuss which teams were helped or hurt by the schedule makers, whether the Eagles are due for regression, and why the Raiders may be headed for another long season. Along the way, there's plenty of classic banter, random tangents, church encouragement, and another hilarious email segment at Dan's expense.Special Thanks to:Fox Brothers Alarms - https://foxbrothersalarms.comFirst Baptist Church of Phillipsburg NJ - http://www.fbcpburg.org/

This week on Hacks & Jacks, Scott and Brett talk about the most recent iteration of the Hitter List. St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Jordan Walker is showing true signs of a sustained breakout while Cleveland Guardians second baseman Travis Bazzana is doing a lot of things that Scott likes, too! Meanwhile, sure-thing third basemen Matt Chapman and Bo Bichette are hamstringing fantasy managers with their respective lacking production. Will either of them turn things around or are we going to have to cut bait, lick our wounds, and try to find a waiver wire replacement? Join Our Discord & Support The Show: PL+ | PL Pro - Get 15% off Yearly with code PODCASTProud member of the Pitcher List Fantasy Baseball Podcast Network Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mat Germain sits down with Blue Jays insider Brent Cardy to break down the state of the Toronto Blue Jays in 2026. The Blue Jays Injury Bug Anthony Santander – out for the year Shane Bieber – June return still possibleJimmy Garcia –  facing setbacks in rehabJosé Berríos – forearm fracture, got lit up in rehab startsMax Scherzer Alejandro KirkNathan LukesAddison BargerGeorge Springer New Faces Making an ImpactJesús Sánchez – power against rightiesYohendrick Piñango – strong swing, great at-bats, batting near top of lineupBrandon Valenzuela – switch-handed catcher, big power & a rocket arm, showing some rookie growing painsSpencer Miles – Rule 5 pick from the Giants; threw 3 shutout innings on Mother's Day; Jays now considering him as a rotation optionErik Lauer DFA'd after a rough startSchedule gets harder from here — Yankees (with Gerrit Cole returning), Baltimore, and tougher AL East competition. Brent is cautiously pessimistic but believes the team will eventually get healthy and go on a run.Vladdy, Bo, and the LineupVladimir Guerrero Jr. – only 2 HR's; may be pressing himself under the weight of $500M contract (comparison to Vernon Wells' struggles after his big deal)The loss of Bo Bichette to the Mets has left a voidThe offense tends to hit in bunches (Vladdy, Springer, Okamoto, Varsho) without a reliable anchorFrancisco Lindor Trade? - Shapiro & Atkins have a history with Lindor from their Cleveland daysPossible pieces: Arjun Nimmala, JoJo Parker, Andrés Giménez, Davis Schneider, or Addison BargerMoney coming off the books (Springer, Scherzer) Brent sees the fit — a dynamic switch-hitter is exactly what this lineup needsPitching Depth: Who's Next from AAA? Top candidates from Buffalo to watch:Chad Dallas – back from Tommy John; ~3 ERA in seven startsAustin Voth – waiver pickup, bulk innings guyGrant Rogers – big frame, mid-90s fastball, high release pointRicky Tiedemann – hasn't pitched since 2024, same issues persistingDylan Cease - Strong early returns; going 7 innings in his last two starts. Velocity & command are elite. Brent believes the price tag will look like an underpayRobbie Ray as a Trade TargetWon Cy Young with the Jays in 2021Pairing him with Cease would be a formidable 1-2 in a playoff seriesBrent likes the fit; doesn't expect price tag to be astronomicalBullpenJeff Hoffman – out of the closer role, settling into 7th/8th; velocityLouis Varland – closing; loves his mentality, wants him in the zone moreTyler Rogers – middle reliefMason Fluharty – doing a solid job but playing above his weightJoe Mantiply – veteran add, not a high-impact armSpencer Miles – potential starter,  injury history a concernSmall Ball & Jonatan ClaseMat draws parallels between Jonatan Clase & Chandler Simpson (TB Rays) — elite speed and tools, but needs to commit to the fundamentalsBrent agrees the Jays need to play more small ball given the lack of middle-of-the-order powerAll-Star PredictionsJays All-Stars: Vladdy Guerrero Jr. and Dylan CeaseRecord at the All-Star Break: 42–46 (under .500, but still in wild card contention given the weak AL)Follow Brent Cardy with his Blue Jays Breakfast on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thecardyshowpodcast/

Wins Above Fantasy – Van Burnett (@Van_Verified) Steve Gesuele (@stav8818) discuss fantasy baseball buy-low hitters by focusing on expected stats, fastball performance, damage metrics, and other underlying indicators that suggest better production could be coming. They break down struggling stars, potential regression candidates, and a few hitters whose current production may not match the quality of their contact. Intro -- 0:00 Fernando Tatis Jr. — 12:55 Gunnar Henderson — 19:10 Cal Raleigh — 24:40 Ketel Marte — 32:30 Roman Anthony, Ronald Acuña Jr. — 37:05 Pete Crow-Armstrong — 46:35 Trent Grisham — 50:35 Bo Bichette — 53:15 Corey Seager — 56:45 Join Our Discord & Support The Show: PL+ | PL Pro - Get 15% off Yearly with code PODCASTProud member of the Pitcher List Fantasy Baseball Podcast Network Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

As the baseball season approaches the middle of May, there are plenty of good things going on in the game that fans should be excited about. With players like Aaron Judge and Kyle Schwarber having typical slugger seasons, there are a few players for whom it might be getting a little late early when it comes to not seeing the usual production we're used to. On this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman take a look at some players they're starting to get a little concerned about and try to predict which ones could have a decent rebound. Can guys like Fernando Tatis Jr., Cal Raleigh and Bo Bichette figure it out at the plate and return to form or are they in for what could be a very long season? Later, Jake and Jordan welcome Miami Marlins slugger Liam Hicks to the show as he talks about the adjustments he made at the plate in the offseason that are paying off for him this year, what it's like having pitches called from the dugout and the strategy the team uses for the ABS. They then talk about Paul Skenes dominating on the mound once again, the New York Mets calling up A.J. Ewing and the return of Anthony Volpe to the Yankees. 2:04 - The Opener: Players to be concerned about 33:45 - Liam Hicks joins the show 1:01:11 - Around The League: Mets call up Ewing 1:07:46 - Paul Skenes dominates 1:10:51 - Trout and Volpe Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:

Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning recap Tuesday morning with Victory Plus insider Frank Seravalli, discussing dirty plays in the league and Mitch Marner's playoff performance. They debate if Leafs fans are justified in their criticism and whether Marner's success in Vegas is tied to team dynamics. The conversation turns to predictions for the Hurricanes' chances this postseason and the coaching futures of Craig Berube and Kris Knoblauch. They then welcome former Blue Jays pitcher Adam Cimber (28:14), who shares insights on worrying about slow starts in the season and reflects on the 2021 Blue Jays, discussing surprises like Bo Bichette's departure. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Join Bryan Hayes, Jeff O'Neill and Jamie McLennan for Hour 1 on OverDrive! The guys discuss Ryan Poehling's game-winner for the Ducks against the Oilers, the perspective of the puck crossing the line, the Lightning knotting the series with the Canadiens. the Senators' sweep and Brady Tkachuk's future in Ottawa. They dive into the Blue Jays' series win, Bo Bichette's tough start with the Mets, the Maple Leafs' GM search and Mats Sundin's role for the organization.

We start with the Knicks' discouraging loss to the Hawks to fall behind 2-1, with Gio warning that a series defeat puts the coach and roster on the table for a shake-up. Jerry brings the sounds of Ian Eagle's Knicks-Hawks call and Mike Brown's reaction before we pivot to the Giants drafting Arvell Reese Malik Nabers' confusion over the pick, Joe Schoen's top ranking of Reese, and losing Caleb Downs to the Cowboys. Finally, the Mets win two in a row behind Bo Bichette's three-run double, the Yankees win again with eight solid innings from Cam Schlitter, and we take calls from stunned Knicks fans.

Jerry is here with a jam-packed first update starting with the Knicks losing game 3 to the Hawks to find themselves down 2-1 in the series. Mikal Bridges had zero points. Then, Darren Mougey on choosing Bailey over Reese. Joe Schoen on whether Reese would be available to them. Mike Vrabel made another statement before the draft on why he won't be there Saturday. Roger Goodell commented on the situation as well. Despite Brazoban coming in and giving up a game tying grand slam. Bo Bichette hit a 3-run double so the Mets won. We heard the sounds of the Yankees sweeping the Red Sox. Cam Schlittler pitched 8 innings.

We kick off with calls targeting Shaun Morash's pants and missed high fives before Gio warns Mike Brown will be fired if the Knicks lose the series. Jerry recaps the Yankees' sweep of the Red Sox behind Cody Bellinger and Cam Schlittler, while the Mets overcome a Brazoban grand slam thanks to Bo Bichette. New York's Arvell Reese declares he's ready for the pressure, followed by Ian Eagle's call and Mike Brown's thoughts on the Knicks' defeat. After Woody Johnson's awkward call to Kenyon Sadiq takes Moment of the Day, we wrap up the week by comparing mock drafts to reality.

We open with the NFL Draft, breaking down the Giants and Jets picks alongside the biggest Round 1 surprises. Jerry delivers the sounds of the Knicks' Game 3 loss and Mikal Bridges' zero-point performance, Darren Mougey on picking Bailey over Reese and Joe Schoen on Reese's availability. We hear Aaron Glenn's take on his three new players, Reese on the New York spotlight, and Francis Mauigoa's intense promise to protect Jaxson Dart. After addressing the Mike Vrabel and Roger Goodell draft controversy, we recap a Mets victory sparked by Bo Bichette and a Yankees win over the Red Sox led by Cody Bellinger and Cam Schlittler. Finally, we take your calls on the Jets and Giants' draft hauls.