Podcast appearances and mentions of geoff pontes

On this week's Prospect Podcast, Geoff Pontes, Ian Cundall and JJ Cooper take a look at some of the MLB draftees who have gotten their pro careers started. (01:00) Why Ian didn't get to see Roch Cholowsky(04:15) Jacob Lombard has shown some power(07:00) Elliot Lascelles is worth watching(09:10) What can be gleaned from 50 PAs?(14:00) Tate Southesine vs. Dax Kilby is an instructive case(22:30) How we balance reacting without over-reacting(27:30) Why this offseason will be so important for draftees(35:45) How we treat these debuts a bit differently than we used toUse our code for 10% off your next order of MLB tickets on SeatGeek*: seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TERRITORY10 Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discountAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

On this week's Fantasy Podcast, Geoff Pontes is joined by Lance Brozdowski. The two take in-depth looks at six intriguing pitching prospects.(00:00) Lance and Geoff are back together, like it's old times(07:30) Liam Doyle(13:00) Jonathan Santucci(19:30) Sabdiel Delzine(28:00) Jamie Arnold (37:00) Kendry Chourio(43:00) Cade HunterUse our code for 10% off your next order of MLB tickets on SeatGeek*: seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TERRITORY10 Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discountAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

On this week's Prospect Podcast, we're talking all about the St. Louis Cardinals. The Cards rank No. 2 on our recently updated farm system rankings. Ian Cundall, Geoff Pontes and JJ Cooper take a look at where the Cardinals stand as far as big league talent and close-to-the-majors prospects.(00:00) Joshua Baez's first game was incredible, why he's still riding a very tricky line to stick(07:30) Trying to decipher MiLB HR stats in a year where HRs are up dramatically(12:30) Hitting 35+ MiLB HRs isn't a great sign of future stardom(19:00) The Cardinals have gotten a whole lot younger, are they ready to contend?(25:00) Chaim Bloom's big next step(31:00) Strengths and weaknesses of the Cardinals big leaguers/near big league prospects(35:30) Prospects who aren't Top 30 for the Cardinals but would easily make many Top 30s(43:00) Who do you choose among the catchers?(43:45) Who is untouchable among the prospects?To get your new wireless plan for just 15 bucks a month, go to MintMobile.com/Territory. That's it there's no catch.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

On this week's Hot Sheet Show, Jacob Rudner, J.J. Cooper and Geoff Pontes take a look at a few prospects still in the minors who could come up to impact the playoff races. And we take a look at how the AL and NL Rookie of the Year races are shaping up. Plus we answer your questions.(00:40) Kade Anderson Has Been Exceptional(05:00) Could the Dodgers bring up Josue De Paula?(07:30) Why isn't Walker Jenkins up?(08:45) Franklin Arias...will the Red Sox get aggressive?(11:00) Lazaro Montes(13:45) Kevin McGonigle is running away with the AL ROY race(15:30) Is JJ Wetherholt staking a claim to the NL ROY race?(22:00) Answer viewer/listener's questionsUse our code for 10% off your next order of MLB tickets on SeatGeek*: seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TERRITORY10 Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discountTo get your new wireless plan for just 15 bucks a month, go to MintMobile.com/Territory. That's it there's no catch.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Fantasy podcast returns with a vengeance this week as Dylan White returns to the show with Geoff Pontes to discuss the mid-summer Dynasty Top 500 update. The boys dig into ten players with big green up arrows heading into your fantasy trade deadline.(2:00) Trade Deadline Thoughts(5:00) Which players saw the biggest fantasy value boost following the trade deadline?(11:00) Michael Harris' progressionBreak(16:00) Jordan Walker best breakout of 2026?(18:00) How high is Sebastian Walcott's upside?(22:00) Gavin Williams breakout(25:00) Otto Lopez's breakout(27:00) Braxton Ashcraft beating the projections.(30:00) Brandon Marsh's strange season.(33:00) Pick a Pair of Pirates (Jared Jones and Bryan Reynolds)See how K12 Powered Schools can help unlock your child's full potential.  Enroll online today at K12.com/foulAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Blake Murphy is joined by Blue Jays Central's Madison Shipman to discuss Chad Dallas' innings, Alejandro Kirk's swing, and Ross Atkins' comments on Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s season. Afterwards, Geoff Pontes (24:41) of Baseball America shares his intrigue about Jays prospect Dasan Hill and the recent impress track record of Toronto's drafting. Following that, Lance Brozdowski (49:53) explains why the Jays organization can bring the best out of Jose Soriano and MLB franchises seeking out particular pitch mixes. Lastly, WFAN660 host Emmanuel Berbari (1:20:12) breaks down the Yankees and the AL East. 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.   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this week's Hot Sheet Show, Jacob Rudner, J.J. Cooper, Ian Cundall and Geoff Pontes react to the MLB trade deadline, breaking down standout moves, questionable trades and more. Plus, we talk about George Lombard Jr. is heading to the Bronx.The Hot Sheet Show airs live on the BA YouTube channel every Tuesday at 3 p.m. Give us a sub, and we'll see you then!Time Stamps(0:00) Introduction(0:50) This was a busy trade deadline(2:00) Trade deadline moves that stood out(4:45) The Angels finally sell off(6:40) Giants add arm talent(8:00) Teams that didn't have a great deadline(13:40) Did the Red Sox give up too much for Adley Rutschman?(17:35) George Lombard Jr. called up to the Yankees(21:15) Answering viewer questionsUse our code for 10% off your next order of MLB tickets on SeatGeek*: https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TERRITORY10 Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discountTo get your new wireless plan for just 15 bucks a month, go to https://MintMobile.com/Territory. That's it there's no catch.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

JD reacts to the Blue Jays trading Kevin Gausman to the Chicago Cubs, and looks ahead to what the Jays need to do before Monday's trade deadline. He looks back at this era of the Blue Jays potentially coming to an end, how we've gotten here this season, and what the plans should be moving forward. Geoff Pontes of Baseball America joins the show to further discuss the trade, the two prospects coming back in return, and the needs that the Blue Jays should be looking to fill through the farm system. Then, JD reacts live to the Blue Jays acquiring starting pitcher Jose Soriano from the Los Angeles Angels in exchange for one of their top prospects in shortstop Arjun Nimmala. Later, JD takes a look at the Los Angeles Dodgers acquiring Tarik Skubal and the effects it could have on Major League Baseball's future, including a potential salary cap. 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. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this week's Prospect Podcast, JJ Cooper, Ian Cundall and Geoff Pontes discuss how the current Top 100 Prospects list compares to other recent ones, and some of the challenges and improvements we've made to our rankings.(00:00) Comparing the current Top 100 to recent Top 100s(02:30) Why last offseason's Top 100 was better(05:15) The strengths and weaknesses of the current class(07:00) What's disappointing about how this year's class has developed(17:00) Balancing over-reacting and not being reactive enough(26:00) How prospects change--comparing Ethan Holliday and Josiah Hartshorn(30:30) Balancing conflicting reporting(35:00) What fastball characteristics to look for(40:00) Evaluating pitching injuries(47:00) How sometimes it requires a fusion of prospect and organization for everything to click(55:00) Even hitters with MLB success can be hard to evaluate--see Colson Montgomery and Munetaka MurakamiSEAT GEEKUse our code for 10% off your next order of MLB tickets on SeatGeek*: http://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TERRITORY10 Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discountOur Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp and use my code betterhelp.com for a great deal: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Quince and use my code quince.com/ba2022 for a great deal: https://www.quince.com* Check out Shopify and use my code shopify.com/baseballamerica for a great deal: https://www.shopify.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

On this week's Hot Sheet Show, J.J. Cooper, Ian Cundall and Geoff Pontes answer your burning questions in advance of the 2026 MLB trade deadline.BA's Trade Deadline Home PageThe Hot Sheet Show airs live on the BA YouTube channel every Tuesday at 3 p.m. Give us a sub, and we'll see you then!Time Stamps(0:00) Introduction (1:35) Have teams gotten too cautious around the trade deadline? (6:30) Will the Padres give us more deadline fireworks? (8:45) What are the Dodgers going to do with all those OFs? (11:55) What would be smart for the Mariners to do? (15:10) Some Tarik Skubal trade proposals (18:45) Will Anthony Volpe be on the move? (22:20) Draft capital mismanagements (23:45) Fielding more trade proposals & questionsUse our code for 10% off your next order of MLB tickets on SeatGeek*: https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TERRITORY10 Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discountOur Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp and use my code betterhelp.com for a great deal: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Quince and use my code quince.com/ba2022 for a great deal: https://www.quince.com* Check out Shopify and use my code shopify.com/baseballamerica for a great deal: https://www.shopify.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

This week the Baseball America Fantasy podcast returns as host Geoff Pontes is joined by Jacob Rudner to discuss the 2026 draft class. We released out first FYPD ranking of the season on Thursday and Geoff and Jacob dive into some of the top players and decisions facing managers.(2:00) Grady Emerson vs. Roch Cholowsky(5:30) Eric Booth Jr.(8:00) Zion Rose.(13:00) Ranking a trio of college stars in Vahn Lackey, Jackson Flora and Drew Burress.(21:00) Lack Of High End College Pitching.(24:00) Digging into Liam Peterson.Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp and use my code betterhelp.com for a great deal: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Quince and use my code quince.com/ba2022 for a great deal: https://www.quince.com* Check out Shopify and use my code shopify.com/baseballamerica for a great deal: https://www.shopify.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

On this week's Hot Sheet Show, J.J Cooper, Ian Cundall and Geoff Pontes get ready for the MLB trade deadline, which is scheduled for 6:00 p.m. ET on Monday, Aug. 3, with looks at both leagues and potential trades.Bookmark BA's Trade Deadline TrackerThe Hot Sheet Show airs live on the BA YouTube channel every Tuesday at 3 p.m. Give us a sub, and we'll see you then!Time Stamps(0:00) Introduction (1:20) Big-picture trade deadline thoughts (3:45) The AL picture ahead of the deadline (8:35) Potential Tarik Skubal trades (11:00 Joe Ryan trade proposal (13:55) The NL picture ahead of the deadline (17:00) Cubs trade proposal (19:25) Logan Webb trade proposal (23:00) Hunter Goodman trade proposal (25:00) Another Joe Ryan trade proposal (27:00) Freddy Peralta trade proposal (28:00) Another Logan Webb trade proposal (29:30) Michael Wacha trade proposalTo get your new wireless plan for just 15 bucks a month, go to https://MintMobile.com/Territory. That's it there's no catch.Use our code for 10% off your next order of MLB tickets on SeatGeek*: https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TERR... Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discountOur Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp and use my code betterhelp.com for a great deal: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Quince and use my code quince.com/ba2022 for a great deal: https://www.quince.com* Check out Shopify and use my code shopify.com/baseballamerica for a great deal: https://www.shopify.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

On this week's Prospect Podcast, JJ Cooper, Geoff Pontes, Ian Cundall and Josh Norris talk about the top farm systems in baseball, fresh off our updated Organization Talent Rankings.(00:00) How We Do These Rankings(03:00) Why The Brewers Rank No. 1?(14:00) The Rays Aren't That Far Behind(18:00) The Dodgers Are Rolling, As Usual(25:00) The Nationals Are Higher Than They've Been In Years(29:30) The Mariners Have The Best Top-End Pitching(34:10) Two Teams Who Get Most Improved AwardsSEAT GEEKUse our code for 10% off your next order of MLB tickets on SeatGeek*: seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TERRITORY10 Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discountOur Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp and use my code betterhelp.com for a great deal: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Quince and use my code quince.com/ba2022 for a great deal: https://www.quince.com* Check out Shopify and use my code shopify.com/baseballamerica for a great deal: https://www.shopify.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

On this week's Hot Sheet Show, Jacob Rudner, Geoff Pontes and Ian Cundall talk about a number of trending topics, including BA's new farm system talent rankings, Luis Lara's callup, the Futures Game this weekend, draft week news and updates,The Hot Sheet Show airs live on the BA YouTube channel every Tuesday at 3 p.m. Give us a sub, and we'll see you then!Time Stamps(0:00) Introduction (1:00) Updated farm system talent rankings (7:00) Luis Lara called up to the Brewers (9:20) Futures Game: Who's in and out? (14:30) Draft week is here... and Brody Bumila is hurt (17:35) Draft prospects who are standing out (22:40) Viewer questionsUse our code for 10% off your next order of MLB tickets on SeatGeek*: https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TERR... Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discountSee how K12 Powered Schools can help unlock your child's full potential.  Enroll online today at https://K12.com/foulOur Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp and use my code betterhelp.com for a great deal: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Quince and use my code quince.com/ba2022 for a great deal: https://www.quince.com* Check out Shopify and use my code shopify.com/baseballamerica for a great deal: https://www.shopify.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

On this week's Hot Sheet Show, J.J. Cooper, Geoff Pontes & Ian Cundall discuss MiLB player of the year candidates, teams that could be active in prospect-driven trades at the deadline and the ramifications of MLB's recent draft changes proposal.The Hot Sheet Show airs live on the BA YouTube channel every Tuesday at 3 p.m. Give us a sub, and we'll see you then!Time Stamps(0:00) Introduction (0:30) Oklahoma wins the College World Series (1:30) Who is the MiLB player of the year? (7:20) Division-leading teams that could move prospects in deadline trades (11:20) What's in store for the White Sox (14:15) Ramifications of MLB's sweeping draft changes proposal (25:00) Viewer commentsOur Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp and use my code betterhelp.com for a great deal: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out BetterHelp and use my code betterhelp.com for a great deal: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.com* Check out Quince and use my code quince.com/ba2022 for a great deal: https://www.quince.com* Check out Shopify and use my code shopify.com/baseballamerica for a great deal: https://www.shopify.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Baseball America Fantasy Podcast returns with hosts Geoff Pontes and Ian Cundall for a quick run through of some complex league players to pay attention to and buy in on heading into the summer. We talk a few pitchers, a bunch of position talent and even a two-way standout.(1:30) Discussing the pros and cons of the recent MLB proposal with wide-sweeping draft changes.(16:00) Red Sox complex catcher and pitcher making noise.(20:00) Josh Owens viable two-way?(26:00) Jhomnardo Reyes(30:00) Alexander Frias(36:00) Sebastian Dos Santos(40:00) Steele Hall Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp and use my code betterhelp.com for a great deal: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out BetterHelp and use my code betterhelp.com for a great deal: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.com* Check out Quince and use my code quince.com/ba2022 for a great deal: https://www.quince.com* Check out Shopify and use my code shopify.com/baseballamerica for a great deal: https://www.shopify.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

On this week's Prospect Podcast, Geoff Pontes, JJ Cooper and Ian Cundall discuss a slew of prospects who are having exceptional seasons. Many of these prospects weren't on Top 30s coming into the season, but they're having seasons worth a second look. Why are we still skeptical with some, and which breakouts do we think have staying power.(02:00) Owen Ayers, C, Cubs(13:00) Manuel Pena, 1B, D-backs(22:30) Jason Schiavone, C, Astros(28:00) Ben Ross, SS, Twins(34:45) Lonnie White Jr., OF, Pirates(42:00) Sean Keys, 1B, Blue JaysUse our code for 10% off your next order of MLB tickets on SeatGeek* https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TERRITORY10Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discountOur Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp and use my code betterhelp.com for a great deal: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out BetterHelp and use my code betterhelp.com for a great deal: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.com* Check out Quince and use my code quince.com/ba2022 for a great deal: https://www.quince.com* Check out Shopify and use my code shopify.com/baseballamerica for a great deal: https://www.shopify.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

On this week's Hot Sheet Show, J.J. Cooper, Geoff Pontes & Ian Cundall break down prospects getting promotions and players who could be next before welcoming Giants lefthander Luis De La Torre to the show.The Hot Sheet Show airs live on the BA YouTube channel every Tuesday at 3 p.m. Give us a sub, and we'll see you then!Time Stamps(0:00) Introduction (1:00) Prospects on the move (4:30) Players we expect to get bumped up soon (6:30) Names to watch for MLB impact in the second half (12:00) Luis De La Torre joins (22:00) Answering viewer questionsUse our code for 10% off your next order of MLB tickets on SeatGeek*: https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TERR... Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discountAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Geoff Pontes, Ian Cundall and JJ Cooper are talking about a pair of farm systems that have impressed in the first two months of the season. The Braves and Dodgers have both seen multiple players move up or join the Top 100 Prospects rankings. We discuss what's happening.(00:00) How The Braves Have Taken A Step Forward(02:00) Eric Hartman, Tate Southisene, Briggs McKenzie And Others To Know(07:00) What Has Changed In The Braves Approach(11:30) How The Braves Have Made The Draft Work For Them(15:00) Could The Braves Trade From Their New Prospect Depth?(23:00) The Dodgers Farm System Is Good ... Again(26:00) The Outfield Depth Is Absurd(27:00) Dodgers Prospect Names To Know(35:00) How The Dodgers Do ItUse our code for 10% off your next SeatGeek order for MLB Tickets* https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TERRITORY10 Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discountOur Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp and use my code betterhelp.com for a great deal: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out BetterHelp and use my code betterhelp.com for a great deal: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.com* Check out Quince and use my code quince.com/ba2022 for a great deal: https://www.quince.com* Check out Shopify and use my code shopify.com/baseballamerica for a great deal: https://www.shopify.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jacob Rudner, Geoff Pontes and JJ Cooper get you ready for the 2026 College World Series with looks at all eight clubs.(00:00) Super Regional Wrap-up(12:00) College World Series Preview(12:30) Troy Preview(16:30) West Virginia Preview(22:50) North Carolina Preview(29:50) Ole Miss Preview (36:45) Alabama Preview(44:00) Oklahoma Preview(49:40) Georgia Preview(59:00) Texas Preview(65:00) CWS PredictionsTo explore coverage, visit https://www.aspcapetinsurance.com/FOUL. The ASPCA® is not an insurer and is not engaged in the business of insurance.Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp and use my code betterhelp.com for a great deal: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out BetterHelp and use my code betterhelp.com for a great deal: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.com* Check out Quince and use my code quince.com/ba2022 for a great deal: https://www.quince.com* Check out Shopify and use my code shopify.com/baseballamerica for a great deal: https://www.shopify.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Blake Murphy is joined by David Singh to break down the Blue Jays' loss to the Phillies, George Springer and Vladimir Guerrero Jr.‘s struggles, and whose slump is more concerning, while also remembering Roy Halladay. Later, Matt Gelb (29:54) discusses the Phillies' win and Cristopher Sánchez's dominant season. Later, Geoff Pontes (49:55) shares insights from his latest Blue Jays prospect report. Finally, Blake wraps up the show with Paul Hembekides (1:15:45) to weigh in on Vladdy's prolonged slump and the latest storylines from around MLB.   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.

It was a wonderful and wild weekend of NCAA Regionals. Geoff Pontes, Jacob Rudner and JJ Cooper wrap up what happened, winners and losers from last weekend and look ahead to the Super Regionals and beyond.(00:00) Why This Year Is Different(02:00) Cinderellas Abound Is This A Sign That There's More Parity?(07:15) JJ was wrong about a CWS concern(14:45) Explaining the ACC's horrible weekend(22:20) The Big Ten And Big 12 Stand Out(27:45) Super Regionals Preview(28:00) Picking Our CWS Favorites(35:35) Troy And Little Rock's Paths To The Super Regionals(39:30) Could Kansas Win It All?(44:15) The Calendar Could Work Against These Super Regionals TeamsOur Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp and use my code betterhelp.com for a great deal: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.com* Check out Quince and use my code quince.com/ba2022 for a great deal: https://www.quince.com* Check out Shopify and use my code shopify.com/baseballamerica for a great deal: https://www.shopify.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

On this week's Hot Sheet Show, J.J. Cooper, Geoff Pontes and Jacob Rudner discuss key NCAA Tournament developments and preview BA's latest in-season Top 100 Prospects update.The Hot Sheet Show airs live on the BA YouTube channel every Tuesday at 3 p.m. Give us a sub, and we'll see you then!Time Stamps(0:00) Introduction (1:15) End of college games for top draft prospects (4:15) Surprising regional round upsets and underdogs (9:05) Who's the favorite now? (11:35) More college news (14:40) June Top 100 update & prospects to know (23:20) Answering viewer questionsOur Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp and use my code betterhelp.com for a great deal: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.com* Check out Quince and use my code quince.com/ba2022 for a great deal: https://www.quince.com* Check out Shopify and use my code shopify.com/baseballamerica for a great deal: https://www.shopify.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

This week on the Baseball America Fantasy Podcast hosts Dylan White and Geoff Pontes get into the weeds on their recent update to the Dynasty 500 and Fantasy Prospects 400. (5:00) Jacob Misiorowski budding ace?(8:00) Jesus Made the top prospect in baseball for good reason.(13:00) Cam Schlittler continues to climb.(16:00) Kyle Schwarber the new David Ortiz?(20:00) Franklin Arias(23:00) AJ Ewing(27:00) Michael Harris(29:00) Byron Buxton(34:00) Munetaka Murakami(36:00 Max ClarkOur Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp and use my code betterhelp.com for a great deal: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.com* Check out Quince and use my code quince.com/ba2022 for a great deal: https://www.quince.com* Check out Shopify and use my code shopify.com/baseballamerica for a great deal: https://www.shopify.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

On this week's Hot Sheet Show, J.J. Cooper, Geoff Pontes and Jacob Rudner get ready for the start of the NCAA Tournament with a look at this year's bracket, BA's 1-64 team rankings, bracket winners & losers and more.The Hot Sheet Show airs live on the BA YouTube channel every Tuesday at 3 p.m. Give us a sub, and we'll see you then!Time Stamps(0:00) Introduction (1:30) Casual college fans: What to know about the NCAA Tournament (5:15) BA's 1-64 team rankings (7:45) The potential for upsets and cinderellas (9:45) Team paths to watch (13:00) Mercer snubbed? (15:30) Draft prospects to watch in the field (22:45) Gage Jump called up the A's (26:00) Viewer questionsOur Sponsors:* Check out Quince: https://quince.com/ba2022Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The NCAA college baseball field of 64 is set, and Jacob Rudner, Geoff Pontes and JJ Cooper are excited to talk about who's in, who has a tough or easy regional, who has a complaint about being snubbed and who could win it all.(00:00) Analyzing the national seeds(07:30) The toughest regional this weekend(12:45) Trying to understand seeding decisions(19:30) N.C. State makes the tourney in Elliott Avent's final season(22:00) Baffled by the Wolfpack not being a Last Four Team in(24:00) Why we think Mercer should have made it(30:00) The goalposts for what mid-majors need to do keeps changing(33:15) The ACC and SEC came out quite well(37:55) The plight of UTSA(44:10) Looking at Michigan's case(46:50) Predicting the champion(51:30) Picking a sleeper who could win it all(55:00) Picking toughest/weakest regional(59:30) Players we are excited to seeOur Sponsors:* Check out Quince: https://quince.com/ba2022Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

On this week's Hot Sheet Show, J.J. Cooper, Geoff Pontes and Josh Norris break down our new May Top 30 Prospects updates for every team and welcome Marlins pitcher and new Top 100 Prospect Karson Milbrandt to the show.The Hot Sheet Show airs live on the BA YouTube channel every Tuesday at 3 p.m. Give us a sub, and we'll see you then!Time Stamps(0:00) Introduction(1:05) May Top 30 Prospects updates(5:15) Seeing Devin Fitz-Gerald in person(8:25) Karson Milbrandt joins(20:20) Answering viewer questionsOur Sponsors:* Check out Quince: https://quince.com/ba2022Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

On this week's Prospect Podcast, Geoff Pontes and JJ Cooper take a look at five rising prospects in the top 100. You may know these names, or maybe you don't. But you will, so we help you get ahead.(00:00) Braves OF Eric Hartman(10:00) Orioles 1B/OF Ike Irish(14:10) Giants SS Luis Hernandez(19:30) Rays C Nathan Flewelling(26:10) Nationals 2B/3B Devin Fitz-GeraldSEAT GEEKUse our code for 10% off your next SeatGeek order* https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TERRITORY10 Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discountOur Sponsors:* Check out Quince: https://quince.com/ba2022Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

This week on the Baseball America Fantasy Podcast hosts Geoff Pontes and Dylan White dive deep to find you some under-the-radar data standouts. The hosts go through ten names that are underappreciated in dynasty leagues at the moment and give you details of why these could be diamonds in the rough. (3:00) Robert Arias(6:00) Braylon Payne(10;00) Yeremy Cabrera(14:00) Aaron Walton(18:00) Anderson De Los Santos(21:00) Jared Jones(25:00) Sean Keys(27:00) Eddie Micheletti Jr.(31:00) Jonah Cox(33:00) Ching-Hsien KoOur Sponsors:* Check out Quince: https://quince.com/ba2022Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

On this week's Hot Sheet Show, J.J. Cooper, Geoff Pontes, Josh Norris and Jacob Rudner talk about Baseball America's upcoming Top 100 Prospects update and storylines to follow as the college baseball regular season winds down.The Hot Sheet Show airs live on the BA YouTube channel every Tuesday at 3 p.m. Give us a sub, and we'll see you then!Time Stamps(0:00) Introduction(1:00) BA's updated Top 100 comes out Wednesday—who will be No. 1?(3:30) Why Jesús Made stands out(6:45) Other candidates for No. 1(9:45) Players graduating from the Top 100(13:20) College injury news(18:40) End-of-season storylines(22:40) Viewer questionsOur Sponsors:* Check out Quince: https://quince.com/ba2022Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Baseball America national college reporter Jacob Rudner and prospect analyst Geoff Pontes offer their analysis and latest reporting on the SEC's decision to bring the ABS challenge system to its conference tournament this year. Plus, Rudner and Pontes talk about teams on the hosting bubble.(4:03) ABS is coming to college(14:42) Prospects who could be valuable with ABS(20:22) Arizona State's ceiling(28:02) Cincinnati's unique resume(35:10) Can Boston College host?(42:22) Alabama's challenging schedule(47:16) A huge couple weeks for Oregon(53:21) Jacksonville State leads the charge for CUSA(56:50) Oklahoma State's revivalMINT MOBILEIf you like your money, Mint Mobile is for you. Plans start at $15/month at MintMobile.com/Territory Our Sponsors:* Check out Quince: https://quince.com/ba2022Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Baseball America Fantasy Podcast returns as hosts Geoff Pontes and Dylan White break down the updated Dynasty Top 500 list. They hone in on 10 names that have risen up the rankings over the first month of the season and why these players are hot targets in leagues of all sizes.(1:00) Return of the Roboscout(5:00) Sal Stewart(9:00) Chase DeLauter(15:00) Jose Soriano(18:00) Payton Tolle(20:00) Cam Schlittler(24:00) Seth Hernandez(29:00) Reid Detmers(31:00) Josiah Hartshorn(34:00) Parker Messick(37:00) Starlyn CabaOur Sponsors:* Check out Quince: https://quince.com/ba2022Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

On this week's Prospect Podcast, Ian Cundall, Geoff Pontes and JJ Cooper take a look at some of the most notable prospect performances of April.(00:00) Ian has been checking out the California League(07:30) Why we're even more optimistic about Franklin Arias(13:00) Three prospects making arguments for promotions(29:00) Why are MLB lefty rookie starters dominating right now?SEAT GEEKUse our code for 10% off your next SeatGeek order* seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TERRITORY10 Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discountOur Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

On this week's Hot Sheet Show, J.J. Cooper, Ian Cundall and Geoff Pontes break down what the Guardians are getting in Travis Bazzana after his callup to Cleveland. Plus, we discuss other potential MLB debuts from recent draft classes.The Hot Sheet Show airs live on the BA YouTube channel every Tuesday at 3 p.m. Give us a sub, and we'll see you then!Time Stamps(0:00) Introduction(1:00) Travis Bazzana gets called up to Cleveland(6:45) Looking back at the 2024 draft class(11:40) Elmer Rodriguez set to make his Yankees debut(14:45) Which 2025 draftee debuts first?(17:45) Could Seth Hernandez move as a fast as college pitcher?(20:00) First 2025 college bat in the majors?(23:45) Taking viewer questionsOur Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Baseball America national college reporter Jacob Rudner and prospect writer Geoff Pontes take a closer look at teams with the most still to prove with three weeks left in the regular season. Rudner and Pontes also explain their process for Field of 64 projections and discuss the Kansas Jayhawks' historic season.(4:18) What we mean by 'most to prove'(4:49) UCLA aims for No. 1 national seed(10:32) Piecing through the Big Ten(13:56) Oregon State's fragile resume(19:47) Florida still hard to predict(24:36) Kentucky's tournament path(25:41) Arkansas vs. Ole Miss(37:20) How we go about projecting the Field of 64(47:56) Kansas making historyASPCA/APHITo explore coverage, visit aspcapetinsurance.com/FOUL. The ASPCA® is not an insurer and is not engaged in the business of insurance.Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

On this week's Prospect Podcast, Geoff Pontes and JJ Cooper look at a trio of prospects off to great starts, plus we look at why the Nationals Class A teams are ones to watch.(00:00) Franklin Arias Is Hitting For Power(06:00) Colby Shelton Looks Like He's Combining Power And Contact(10:00) Seth Hernandez Is Must-See MiLB.TV(18:30) What Is Going Well For The Nationals, Including An Emerging ProspectSQUAREGet up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at https://square.com/go/FOUL #squarepodOur Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Baseball America national college reporter Jacob Rudner is joined by prospect writer Geoff Pontes to take a detailed look at the teams vying for host positions through 10 weeks. Rudner is also joined by Georgia junior third baseman Tre Phelps to discuss Phelps' decision to return to school instead of turning pro in 2025, what led to his breakout success and more.(3:34) Can the Big Ten Produce Three Hosts?(11:21) Host candidates from the ACC(21:38) SEC dominating the host line(32:10) Will the Big 12 produce a host?(33:31) Sun Belt and Conference USA(38:50) Georgia third baseman Tre Phelps joinsMINT MOBILEIf you like your money, Mint Mobile is for you. Plans start at $15/month at https://MintMobile.com/Territory Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

On this week's Hot Sheet Show, Jacob Rudner, J.J. Cooper and Geoff Pontes shine a spotlight on early-season prospect performances that people should be watching. Are these players ready for the next step?With the NCAA Tournament also drawing nearer, we break down teams that might be left on the bubble.The Hot Sheet Show airs live on the BA YouTube channel every Tuesday at 3 p.m. Give us a sub, and we'll see you then!Time Stamps(0:00) Introduction(0:55) Johnny Level and more early-season performances(3:30) George Lombard(5:00) Gage Wood(8:40) Robby Snelling(11:50) Ronny Cruz(14:45) Nationals' player development(17:40) Is Luis Lara for real?(19:45) When will Seth Hernandez get promoted?(22:00) NCAA powers on the tournament bubble(26:00) Rising college bats in conference playOur Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Baseball America Fantasy Podcast returns this week and hosts Geoff Pontes and Ian Cundall talk about six names to target in your dynasty leagues. These are players who are not only performing but they're impressing scouts and posting strong underlying data.(3:30) Taitn Gray(6:30) Ronny Cruz(12:30) Josiah Hartshorn(16:00) JT Quinn(21:00) Ben Jacobs(23:00) Mason PetersOur Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

This week on the Baseball America Prospect Podcast, Geoff Pontes and JJ Cooper invite you to a pair of drafts. We each drafted a team from current rookies, as then we drafted prospect teams. And to make it harder on ourselves, we limited each picker to one player per org, and only six Top 100 Prospects among the 14 player rosters.(00:00) A little early season prospect talk(07:00) Picking The Rookie Teams(38:30) Picking The Prospect TeamsRIDGE WALLETOne thing to pack, five ways to power! Get 10% Off @Ridge with code FOUL at Ridge.com/FOUL #RidgepodOur Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Baseball America national college writer Jacob Rudner is joined by lead prospect analyst Geoff Pontes to discuss UCLA's historic 35-game start to the 2026 season and the milestones ahead for the Bruins. Rudner and Pontes also take a closer look at Florida's up-and-down season in the rankings, Oregon State's national championship hopes and more.(3:20) UCLA's historic campaign(12:23) Georgia Tech's dominance(21:21) Where we stand on Florida(30:06) How seriously should we take Oregon State?(38:17) Non-Top 10 teams we love(43:02) Ranked teams that scare us entering Week 10(49:26) Two key Week 10 series to follow(52:20) Unranked teams on our radarHELLO FRESH:Go to HelloFresh.com/FT10FM now to Get 10 Free meals + Free Nutribullet® Ultra Plus+ 2-in-1 Compact Kitchen System (a $189.99 value) on your 3rd box. Free meals applied as a discount on the first box, new subscribers only, varies by plan. Must order the 3rd box by May 31st, 2026.Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

On this week's Hot Sheet Show, J.J. Cooper, Geoff Pontes, Carlos Collazo and Jacob Rudner go all in on the 2026 MLB Draft, beginning with our latest 2.0 mock draft before answering a slew of viewer questions. We also break down Noah Schultz's highly anticipated MLB debut.The Hot Sheet Show airs live on the BA YouTube channel every week on Tuesday at 3 p.m. Give us a sub, and we'll see you then!Time Stamps(0:00) Introduction (1:30) BA's Mock Draft 2.0 (3:45) Brody Bumila's rising draft stock (7:45) Why isn't Roch Cholowsky stealing bases? (9:30) Logan Reddemann's impressive profile (11:15) Steele Murdock has arrived (12:40) Derek Curiel and more bats in the college class (18:15) Answering viewer questions (24:15) Noah Schultz makes his MLB tonightOur Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Baseball America Fantasy Podcast returns with hosts Geoff Pontes and Dylan White. We're a few weeks into the season and Geoff and Dylan are hungry to share some of the top names they've been targeting as potential breakouts in the early going. We cover names from MLB all the way down to Low-A you should be targeting.(3:00) Andrew Salas(5:00) Juan Valera(9:00) Pedro Ramirez(12:00) Noah Schultz(16:00) Sam Antonacci(19:00) James Tibbs III(23:00) Jordan Walker(28:00) Tanner Franklin(31:00) Colt Keith(33:00) Justin GonzalesOur Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

This week on the Prospect Podcast, Geoff Pontes and JJ Cooper take a look at some pitching prospects who could climb onto the Top 100 Prospects list this year.(00:00) How long do you need to wait to believe in early season performances?(06:45) A big Orioles pitcher to pay attention to(11:00) A Cardinals pitcher who is taking a step forward(18:15) A Dodgers pitcher who is healthy again(23:20) Why our youngest players in each league charts matterOur Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

JJ Cooper, Geoff Pontes, and Ian Cundall discuss the strong MLB debuts of this year's rookie class, including JJ Wetherholt and Kevin McGonigle, and thoughts on Konnor Griffin in his first week in the show.Of the three, who might put together the best season in 2026?Who will be the new number 1 prospect in baseball when this current class graduates next month? The hosts dive into their favorite performers of the early MiLB season.Plus, will UCLA ever be stopped?Use our code TERRITORY10 for 10% off your next SeatGeek order* https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TERR... Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discountCoach Smarter, Connect Live, Replay the Action with GameChanger. Learn more at gc.comOur Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Baseball America national college reporter Jacob Rudner is joined by lead prospect writer Geoff Pontes to discuss LSU's potential resurgence in the national picture after a three-week skid. Plus, Rudner and Pontes take an in-depth look at the Week 9 NCAA Tournament picture ahead of their next Field of 64 projection.(4:19) Florida's big poll movement continues(6:38) Is LSU back?(15:19) The Georgia ranking controversy(25:50) Big 12 Breakdown(33:13) Look out for Conference USA(38:28) The AAC picture(43:48) Teams we have a close eye on in Week 9Sign up for Baseball Card America! https://baseball-card-america.beehiiv.com/SEAT GEEKUse our code TERRITORY10 for 10% off your next SeatGeek order* https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TERRITORY10 Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discountOur Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

This week on the Baseball America Fantasy Podcast host Geoff Pontes is joined by Ian Cundall. They dive into ten names you need to be targeting in your dynasty leagues over the opening weeks of the season. (2:00) Connelly Early(4:00) Colt Emerson(7:00) Jose Fernandez(10:00) Tanner Franklin(14:00) Ike Irish(17:00) Juan Sanchez(21:00) James Tibbs(29:00) Fenwick Trimble(31:00) James Ellwanger(34:00) Anthony EyansonOur Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Baseball America national college reporter Jacob Rudner is joined by prospect analyst Geoff Pontes to discuss BA's latest Field of 64 projection, Week 8 matchups that have their attention and mid-major teams making early cases for at-large consideration.(1:59) Resumes starting to take shape(16:11) How important is Georgia-Mississippi State?(22:31) No. 7 North Carolina hosts No. 21 Boston College(25:36) What we might learn from Vanderbilt at No. 23 Texas A&M(32:06) Clarifying our thoughts on the Florida Gators(37:36) Mid-majors we loveBLUE CHEWGet 10% off your first month of BlueChew Gold with code FOUL at https://bluechew.com/Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

On this week's Hot Sheet Show, J.J. Cooper, Geoff Pontes, Josh Norris and Jesús Cano get together to preview the 2026 MiLB season, which gets underway across all levels beginning this week, big-time prospect contract extensions and more.The Hot Sheet Show airs live on the BA YouTube channel every week on Tuesday at 3 p.m. Give us a sub, and we'll see you then!Time Stamps(0:00) Introduction (0:50) Colt Emerson's contract & profile (4:45) Cooper Pratt's contract & profile (8:10) Previewing the 2026 MiLB season (9:09) Ryan Sloan taking a step forward (10:20) Seth Hernandez (11:50) Anthony Eyanson (13:40) Luis Hernandez & Josuar Gonzalez (18:50) Optimism for the Nationals (22:30) Angels pitching prospects (24:15) ABS challenge system thoughtsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The final week before the full slate of minor league games is upon us and we celebrate on the Baseball America Fantasy Podcast with an NL West prospects preview. This is our final of the divisional prospect previews and with the loaded Giants and Dodgers systems in tow there's plenty to discuss as Geoff Pontes is joined by Ian Cundall.Los Angeles Dodgers(2:00) River Ryan (3:00) Alex Freeland (5:00) Eduardo Quintero, Josue De Paula, Zyhir Hope and Mike Sirota (8:00) Zach Root  (10:00) Adam SerwinowskiArizona Diamondbacks (11:00) Ryan Waldschmidt (13:00) Jose Fernandez (15:00) David Hagaman(16:00) JD Dix San Diego Padres(19:00) Miguel Mendez and Bradgley Rodriguez (21:00) Kruz Schoolcraft (22:00) Kash Mayfield (24:00) Kale Fountain (27:00) Tucker Musgrove San Francisco Giants (29:00) Bryce Eldridge (31:00) Carson Whisenhunt (33:00) Josuar Gonzalez (35:00) Luis Hernandez (37:00) Luis De La Torre (38:00) Argenis Cayama Colorado Rockies(39:00) Charlie Condon (40:00) TJ Rumfield (43:00) Ethan Holliday (46:00) Roldy Brito (48:00) Jackson CoxOur Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Progressive: https://progressive.com* Check out Quince: https://quince.com/BA2022Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy