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Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker kick off a new week on the program with thoughts on Team Canada's first weekend of action at the World Baseball Classic. They begin with James Paxton's costly error in Sunday's 4-3 loss to Panama, before taking a look at how some Blue Jays players are faring around the tournament. The boys pivot to the Grapefruit League to chat about the Jays' three-win weekend including Max Scherzer's four scoreless innings of work and Cody Ponce's latest outing. Chris Rose (27:23) of Jomboy Media joins to chat about Canada's path to the quarterfinals and the rise of the WBC over the years, before setting the stage for knockout round. 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.

Post-Gazette Pirates insiders Colin Beazley and Noah Hiles react to the biggest stories originating from spring training and Grapefruit League play this week in Florida. Did GM Ben Cherington and manager Don Kelly make the right move in trading reliever Kyle Nicolas to the Reds for prospect Tyler Callihan? Can Callihan be expected to contribute in the lineup next to names like Bryan Reynolds, Oneil Cruz, Marcell Ozuna, Brandon Lowe and Ryan O'Hearn? And how much will the bullpen miss Nicolas? The guys also ponder Andrew McCutchen's departure for a minor league deal with the Texas Rangers, what it means for the season and how fans might react to a franchise icon leaving town once again. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Pirates face the Cardinals at LECOM Park today as Ryan and Nate break it down for you. Mitch Keller makes his 3rd start of Grapefruit League action and carries a 0.00 ERA into it. Will we see anything different from him in this start or is this just a continuation of Mitch getting in work to be mid-season form? The lineup continues to boast a plethora of regulars with Brandon Lowe, Jake Mangum, Bryan Reynolds, Ryan O'Hearn, Joey Bart, Henry Davis, and Jared Triolo facing the Cardinals. It does seem like there is a bit different of an offensi e approach this spring as Nate points out that can be very helpful for the Buccos. They also start the show by bringing up the news of Andrew McCutchen signing a deal with the Texas Rangers. This ultimately looks to seal the deal on Cutch returning to Pittsburgh and it appears we have all seen his last at bat in Black & Gold. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Send a textThe Minnesota Twins continue their Grapefruit League games and continue to whittle down the roster. Andrew "Hoges" Hoganson fills in as Dan Thompson is busy covering his EWU Basketball team. The guys discuss the recent MLB news including new signings and suspensions, and give their takes on the Athletics' fan survey questions. The boys try to sort out which outfielders should make the big league roster, and David offers some unexpected praise to the Twins front office. Thanks for listening, and as always, go Twins! The Gran Group with Edina Realty TWIN CITIES AREA REALTORS TO MEET ALL OF YOUR HOUSING NEEDS! Pulltab SportsMN for the Win is part of the Pulltab Sports Network - covering sports, culture, and entertainment aDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showMusic: "Minnesota Twins Theme" (1961) written by Ray Charles and Dick Wilson. Arrangement and performance by Jason Cain.Twitter/X: @MNfortheWin Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MNfortheWinInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mnforthewin/ Website: https://mnforthewin.buzzsprout.com/ Puckett's Picks Scoring 1pt per Base (H/BB/HBP) | 1pt per SB | 1pt per RBI -1pt per K | -1pt per Error | -2pt per GIDP +0.5 Point Bonus if Winning Player is Top Team Scorer Tie Breaker 1. Most HRs 2. Least Ks 3. Least LOBListeners always pick first, lowest score between Dan/David/Hoges picks second for next series

Welcome to Tablesetters, where early-season baseball storylines are evaluated through context, projection, and structural impact rather than isolated spring highlights. As camps begin to stabilize, several early narratives are beginning to shape the broader landscape of the 2026 season — from international competition to emerging prospects and roster uncertainty around the league. We begin with the return of the World Baseball Classic, which arrives just as MLB spring training reaches its most competitive stretch. The tournament brings together 20 national teams competing across Tokyo, San Juan, Houston, and Miami, running through March 17. Japan enters as the defending champion after defeating Team USA in the 2023 final, while the United States returns with a roster built to pursue redemption. The Dominican Republic, Venezuela, and Puerto Rico also enter the tournament with lineups capable of making deep runs. Exhibition games leading into the tournament have already produced early signals. Team USA delivered one of the loudest statements, routing the San Francisco Giants 15–1. Paul Skenes dominated in his outing, striking out four hitters across three innings without issuing a walk, immediately reminding everyone why he has quickly become one of the most overpowering pitchers in the sport. Offensively, Alex Bregman launched a home run while Roman Anthony — a late addition to the roster after Corbin Carroll suffered a broken hand — delivered a two-run homer. The lineup surrounding them featured star power throughout with Aaron Judge, Bryce Harper, Bobby Witt Jr., and Byron Buxton. Japan's preparation was less smooth. Samurai Japan dropped an exhibition game despite a solo homer from Masataka Yoshida, a reminder that even the defending champions are still working through early-March rhythm. The tournament officially begins when Chinese Taipei faces Australia in Tokyo, opening the round-robin stage where five-team pools compete for two quarterfinal spots. Team USA opens its tournament Friday against Brazil before quickly facing Great Britain, Mexico, and Italy as Pool B begins to take shape. From international baseball we move to a structural shift arriving in Major League Baseball this season: the Automated Ball-Strike challenge system. Rather than replacing home plate umpires entirely, the league is introducing a hybrid model. Each team begins a game with two challenges, and only the pitcher, catcher, or hitter can initiate a challenge immediately after a call. If the challenge is successful, the team keeps it. Spring training has quickly become the testing ground for how teams will actually use the system. The Minnesota Twins have been among the most aggressive teams in challenging calls, leading the league in overturned decisions early in camp as they experiment with the margins of the strike zone. Meanwhile, the Athletics have stood out for efficiency, posting the highest challenge success rate in baseball so far by winning roughly seventy percent of their appeals. Leaguewide data suggests about half of all challenges are overturned, reinforcing the idea that the biggest edge may belong to players with elite strike-zone awareness rather than teams that simply challenge the most. Spring training has also produced several intriguing individual and organizational storylines. In Detroit's system, Kevin McGonigle is beginning to look like one of the most advanced young hitters in professional baseball. The 21-year-old shortstop recently opened an exhibition game by launching the first pitch he saw from former All-Star Luis Severino for a home run. McGonigle's combination of strike-zone discipline, elite contact ability, and emerging power recently earned him an 80-grade hit tool evaluation, the highest grade scouts can assign to a hitter. In limited spring action he has posted a .400/.471/.667 line, further reinforcing the belief that he could eventually become one of the defining hitters of the Tigers' next competitive window. In Colorado, the organization's long search for stability at first base continues more than a decade after Todd Helton's retirement. This spring that conversation centers around Charlie Condon and TJ Rumfield. Condon, the third overall pick in the 2024 draft out of Georgia, arrived in professional baseball with one of the most dominant offensive seasons in recent NCAA history, hitting 37 home runs while batting .433. His raw power could eventually play extremely well at Coors Field. Rumfield represents a different profile — a more experienced hitter who spent all of last season in Triple-A hitting .285 with an .825 OPS. Colorado now faces a familiar decision between accelerating a high-upside prospect or relying on the steadier upper-minors bat. Atlanta is dealing with a far more complicated roster situation. Jurickson Profar is facing a potential 162-game suspension after testing positive for a performance-enhancing drug for the second time within the past year. Under MLB's Joint Drug Prevention and Treatment Program, a second violation results in a full-season suspension and forfeiture of salary. Profar is expected to appeal the decision through the MLB Players Association, which leaves the Braves in a difficult holding pattern as they attempt to plan their Opening Day roster. If the suspension stands, Atlanta will suddenly need to replace a projected middle-of-the-lineup bat. Finally, one of the most closely watched prospects in baseball continues to generate attention in Pittsburgh. Konnor Griffin, the 19-year-old shortstop and the No. 1 prospect in the sport, has already launched three home runs in limited Grapefruit League action. Griffin's power-speed combination has drawn comparisons to some of the most dynamic young players in the game. Last season he hit .333 with 21 home runs and 65 stolen bases across three minor league levels, eventually finishing the year at Double-A. The bigger question now is timing. If Griffin were to make the Opening Day roster, he would become the first teenage hitter to debut in the majors since Ken Griffey Jr. in 1989. The Pirates may still choose to delay that debut for development or service-time reasons, but early spring performances are beginning to make that decision far more complicated. Spring training often produces noise, but the themes beginning to emerge this year feel more substantial: the return of baseball's biggest international tournament, a technological change that could reshape the strike zone conversation, and a wave of young talent preparing to define the next era of the sport. The season is approaching quickly. And the real signals are starting to appear.

During the 3pm hour of today's show Chuck & Chernoff talked about the Braves dominance in Spring Training, the Hawks beating the Blazers, Jonathan Kuminga, NFL Free Agency, the Combine, Georgia Basketball and Georgia Tech Basketball before being joined by Front Office Los who talked about the Falcons and the NFL off-season. Later in the hour it was the return of "Doc McChuckins." See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Tigers get their first look at offseason pickup Framber Valdez as they host the Braves in Grapefruit League action. Meanwhile, we're closing in on the start of the World Baseball Classic, with the action getting underway Wednesday night. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker open a new week on the show with thoughts on Max Scherzer joining the Blue Jays down in Dunedin. Florida. The boys look back on the Jays' weekend of Grapefruit League action, before projecting Friday's anticipated José Berríos-Eric Lauer tandem on the mound. Could this be an indicator of what's to come this season? They also chat about Jeff Hoffman's role in 2026, how the rotation is shaping up, and who might potentially be the odd-man-out. Kevin Pillar (27:47), former Blue Jay and host of To the Majors, stops by to chat about the impact of re-signing Scherzer, his experience facing Dylan Cease, and expectations for Vladimir Guerrero Jr. in 2026. KP wraps up with a discussion about Daulton Varsho's strong spring so far, balancing outfield and DH reps for George Springer, and more! 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.

During the 3pm hour of today's show Chuck & Chernoff talked about the Braves dominance in Spring Training, the Hawks beating the Blazers, Jonathan Kuminga, NFL Free Agency, the Combine, Georgia Basketball and Georgia Tech Basketball before being joined by Front Office Los who talked about the Falcons and the NFL off-season. Later in the hour it was the return of "Doc McChuckins." See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With Max Scherzer back in the fold for another run with the Toronto Blue Jays, Justin and Patrick discuss what the implications of the signing are for the rest of the arms vying for innings in the rotation. What will Trey Yesavage's workload be? How will Eric Lauer be deployed? What happens when Shane Bieber is ready to go?The guys also review how the first week of Grapefruit League action has gone and highlight a few of the players competing in camp.

Jim is joined by DiNardo back in Bradenton as the NS9 Spring Training crew transitions into “shift two” with new faces arriving and others heading out. They recap a winning weekend the hard way (two road games on Florida's east coast with no TV feed) as the Pirates move to 8-2 in Grapefruit League play, highlighted by Konnor Griffin's third homer of the spring and a big swing from Jhostynxon Garcia. The guys dig into what they're seeing from Garcia early (patience, loud contact, not a lot of some swing-and-miss) and why Griffin's impact keeps getting louder. Then it's all about the arms: Hunter Barco's encouraging outing against St. Louis and what it means for the fifth starter conversation, plus strong work from Antwone Kelly and Khristian Curtis as spring roles begin to take shape with several players leaving for the WBC. They close by previewing a packed week of NS9 coverage from Bradenton, including Bucco Brew, daily pods around the games, and another NS9LIVE from The Cut Golf & Grill on Wednesday night. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The return of Max Scherzer to the Blue Jays fold leads off the discussion on Exit Philosophy, on a one-year $3M deal, plus incentives, depending on innings pitched. With what is normally a five-man rotation, the Jays are now dealing with seven active starters that deserve to be there, plus injured veteran and former Cy guy, Shane Bieber. Will Jose Berrios have to be traded? Mal and Griff discuss where Mad Max fits in with the Jays on this fury road back to the World Series. Grapefruit League games have begun in earnest and while the bullpen needs to sort itself out, so does the Jays outfield with eight names for five spots. What are the early impressions of the automatic ball-strike system and how it's working in the spring, heading towards regular season use for the first time? INDEX: 0:00 Cold Open & What's Ahead 1:04 Scherzer Is Back — What It Means for the Jays 11:53 Six-Man Rotation: Bold Move or Big Risk? 17:08 The Berríos Dilemma 21:56 Manoah's Head-Scratching Comments 25:56 Entire Infield to the WBC? 27:28 WBC Absences = Opportunity for Youth 29:12 Jake Casey & MLB Bloodlines 31:28 Fast-Tracking the Next Generation 35:44 Early Grapefruit League Takeaways 43:05 Solving the Infield Puzzle 44:56 Bullpen: Is the Ceiling Too Low? 49:33 Outfield Logjam 55:05 ABS Challenge: Fixing the Strike Zone? 1:01:10 Boras on MLB's Asian Expansion 1:04:01 Olympic Hockey & Gold Medal Spotlight 1:07:31 Final Thoughts ---- Get the video version of "Exit Philosophy" and "Conversations with Griff" on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ExitPhilosophy ---- For the full catalogue of Richard Griffin's work, including weekly Blue Jays/MLB columns, a weekly MLB Power Rankings column, exclusive conversations with some of the game's greats, past and present, and the Exit Philosophy podcast, visit https://www.griffsthepitch.com/

- Lots of callers-in about Texans' move- Even more callers- Astros returning to form in the Grapefruit League

The Boston Red Sox 2026 Grapefruit League campaign is underway, and the infield remains a mystery. Joey Copponi and Scott Neville discuss the ongoing defensive shuffling, and predict what the Opening Day infield will look like. All that, and much more!

Post-Gazette Pirates insiders Jason Mackey and Colin Beazley recap the last few days of spring training and Grapefruit League play in Florida. This show is presented by FanDuel. Should we worry about Paul Skenes amid his four walks in his final start before the World Baseball Classic? Is it possible he will have some trouble with MLB's new ABS system for challenging balls and strikes? Or will he adjust with a few weeks of exhibition games still to come? What should we make of Oneil Cruz dropping a ball in the outfield as he looks to show improvement defensively next to Bryan Reynolds, Jake Mangum and others? And will Konnor Griffin's two homer day against the Boston Red Sox enhance his chances to make the opening day roster? Especially after he appeared to avoid a significant injury earlier in the week? Our duo tackles those questions and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

From 'High Hopes' (subscribe here): James Seltzer and Jack Fritz give their thoughts on the Phillies' first weekend of Grapefruit League action and react to the latest comments from Bryce Harper. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Tigers are getting blown out in the Grapefruit League, while Stoney seems unimpressed with Michigan winning the Big Ten

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker open today's show with a recap of the Blue Jays' 8-7 loss to the Yankees in spring training action. They tee up Cody Ponce's start this afternoon against the Tigers, discuss how to properly evaluate talent in the Grapefruit League, and gauge their expectations for Eloy Jiménez, Jesús Sánchez and Daulton Varsho in 2026. Adam Ottavino (14:50), former MLB pitcher and host of Baseball and Coffee, chats about his return to the mound for Team Italy in the 2026 World Baseball Classic. Adam also touches on the Yankees' mentality against the Blue Jays, Gerrit Cole's return to the mound, the American League East landscape, and the newly-implemented ABS system. Later, we hear the latest from Manager John Schneider, before Sportsnet's Caleb Joseph (29:34) joins the program. They chat about how players are utilizing the challenge system early on, Ponce's first Blue Jays start, what Drew Butera brings to the coaching staff, and the opportunity for some Rule 5 relievers. 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.

Astros pitcher Hunter Brown threw two scoreless in his Grapefruit League debut today against the Marlins in Jupiter, Fla., and allowed one hit and struck out two batters-

On the latest episode of The Mets Pod, Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo recap Joe's trip to Mets spring training in Port St. Lucie, which includes notes on Juan Soto, Nolan McLean, Jonah Tong, Christian Scott, Luis Robert Jr, and so much more. Later, SVP of Player Development Andy Green joins the show to discuss all the top prospects in the farm system, and Joe sits down for an exclusive interview with top prospect A.J. Ewing after the first Mets spring training game. Finally, the show wraps with a Mailbag featuring questions about Dylan Ross, Ryan Lambert, and Mets targets in a fantasy baseball dynasty draft. 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 00:50 Joe recaps his trip to spring training 01:35 PSL Notes: McLean, Soto, Robert Jr, Scott, Tong, and more 05:20 Bo Bichette at third base 08:45 Interview with Mets SVP of Player Development Andy Green 09:00 New player development facility breaks ground 09:30 Jeff Albert promotion, how it affects the staff 10:05 Carson Benge development and big league readiness 11:50 A.J. Ewing last season and what's next 13:00 Next wave of pitching prospects: Wenninger, Santucci, Watson 14:15 Evaluating Mitch Voit, future position 15:25 Developing relievers: Dylan Ross and Ryan Lambert  16:50 2026 big picture goals for the Mets farm system 17:55 Goodbye to Andy Green 20:40 Down on the Farm: A.J. Ewing 21:10 Interview with top prospect A.J. Ewing 21:25 Ewing's first Grapefruit League game action 21:40 Breakout in 2025, what was learned in 2024 22:20 Ewing's self-scouting report  22:30 Main goals for 2026 23:05 Winning in Double-A Binghamton 23:35 Hearing the hype, not focusing on it 23:55 Playing mini-basketball in the clubhouse, who's the best? 24:20 Goals for taking the next step in CF 24:40 Goodbye to A.J. 28:30 Mailbag: Dylan Ross and Ryan Lambert in the bullpen? 33:10 Mailbag: Mets picks in a fantasy baseball dynasty draft? 41:40 Closing Thoughts Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The fellas get into What's Poppin as Astros prepare for another Grapefruit League game & Cougars falling to Kansas.

James Seltzer and Jack Fritz give their thoughts on the Phillies' first weekend of Grapefruit League action and react to the latest comments from Bryce Harper. Presented by Miller Lite. To purchase Ring The Bell by Jack Fritz and Kevin Reavy go to RingTheBellBook.com To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The future is arriving early in Clearwater. After Justin Crawford's monster 390-foot double and elite defense in the Grapefruit League opener, we ask: is there any chance the kid breaks camp with the big club?

Every week, two of the Best Fans in Baseball (TM) bring you all the news and analysis you need about the St. Louis Cardinals.  Grapefruit League action has started and the Cardinals have split their first two games, though obviously nothing about these games really matter.  That doesn't stop Daniel (@C70) and David (@iPopEditor) from talking about it anyway.  From Rainiel Rodriguez getting some early action to Kyle Leahy's start to the addition of Ramon Urias, the guys kick around some of the news from Cardinals camp.  Plus some rants about instant replay and some raves about ABS!

North Shore Nine Podcast (Presented by FanDuel) — Pirates vs. Yankees Spring Recap (Feb. 23) The Pirates took their first loss of Grapefruit League play, falling 6–2 to the New York Yankees, and Jim and Tyler break down everything we saw from a very windy day at the ballpark. We dive into Bubba Chandler's first spring start, including a dominant, ultra-efficient first inning with triple-digit heat before command wavered in the second. Plus, thoughts on Hunter Barco, Dennis Santana, and why Gregory Soto looked sharp in his debut. On the offensive side, we discuss Oneil Cruz leading off versus a lefty, ripping another hard-hit single, stealing second, and looking more comfortable in center field on a day that could've gotten messy. We also highlight Marcell Ozuna's situational RBI and why this lineup is starting to feel deeper and more dangerous. Tyler also sits down with Jared Triolo for a quick interview on what clicked late last season, his offensive mindset, and why versatility matters. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

HR2 - Braves showed some promising signs in first two Grapefruit League games In hour two Mike Johnson, Beau Morgan, and Ali Mac quickly touch on some of the biggest headlines around the local and national sports scene, recap and react to the Atlanta Braves' first two spring training games, talk about what their biggest takeaways were, talk about how it was promising to see some of the Braves big bats and pitchers start off hot in their first two spring training games over the weekend, switch gears and talk about which Atlanta Falcons player they think needs to make the biggest jump next season besides Michael Penix Jr., hit the halftime portion of the show where they talk about some of the crazy and funny stories that happened over the weekend that you may've missed, including Punch the Monkey continuing to steal the hearts of people around the world, and then close out hour two by reacting to the latest news, rumors, and reports in the NFL as they go In The Huddle.

Justin and Patrick return for the first episode since Grapefruit League action began. The guys discuss the passing of Pirates legend Bill Mazeroski and his home run in the 1960 World Series. Justin provides updates on Shane Bieber and Yimi Garcia before the guys highlight four players they are keyed in on this spring as the Blue Jays ramp up.

The Pittsburgh Pirates are 3-0 to start Grapefruit League play after a huge day with two wins — one in Clearwater vs. the Philadelphia Phillies and the spring home opener vs. the Tampa Bay Rays. In this end-of-day Pirates podcast recap, Tyler and Doug break down everything they saw: standout performances, early spring takeaways, and what matters most as camp rolls on. Plus, we've got a one-on-one postgame interview from Duce Gourson, who went 1 for 1 with 2 BB and the full post-game press conference with Pirates manager Don Kelly. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Twins opened up their Grapefruit League schedule on Saturday. Steve pops on the mic after the game to review the 7-2 loss to Boston. Plus, scary thoughts continues to be produced from the starting rotation.

Following a significant shakeup at the top of the players' union, with executive director Tony Clark stepping down, what does it mean for the upcoming labour negotiations on the CBA that expires on Dec. 1. Spring training games are underway in Arizona and Florida. How much should fans pay attention to Grapefruit League results. The history of Japanese players in M LB and the seven players from that country who have worn a Blue Jays uniform. A quick review of the Jays crowded bullpen picture and what to do with talented lefty Ricky Tiedemann. The 21st Century history of World Series teams the next year and far more on this edition of Exit Philosophy. INDEX: 0:00 Intro 0:33 Olympics discussion 3:08 Impact of Tony Clark resigning at the MLBPA   9:09 Can either side win if there's a stoppage 14:45 Spring games and their lack of importance 20:47 Spring training phenoms and a grain of salt 25:37 Blue Jays six-man rotation discussion 32:06 What to do with a healthy Tiedemann 37:00 Jays bullpen looking at too many bodies 40:21 Okamoto and the history of Japanese Blue Jays 48:31 Importance of Okamoto in '26 49:21 The need for another infielder 52:01 Are there too many lefty hitting OF 56:27 Can Blue Jays return to World Series 1:00:13 Closing and an Ironbacks update ---- Get the video version of "Exit Philosophy" and "Conversations with Griff" on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ExitPhilosophy ---- For the full catalogue of Richard Griffin's work, including weekly Blue Jays/MLB columns, a weekly MLB Power Rankings column, exclusive conversations with some of the game's greats, past and present, and the Exit Philosophy podcast, visit https://www.griffsthepitch.com/

There's more to Braves Spring Training and North Port has more to offer than just the Grapefruit League. Mike Dunn sits down with Nick & Chris to talk about it all. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gary Phillips and Ryan Garcia discuss Ryan McMahon's changes at the plate alongside the small snippet about him playing shortstop, Elmer Rodriguez getting the Grapefruit League start, Angel Chivilli's story, 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.

With the Blue Jays' Grapefruit League season kicking off on Saturday, Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker open up the Back Leg Line for the first time this season to take your calls and questions! They get into how the Jays will replace Bo Bichette's offensive production, how the team can avoid another slow start to the season, and whether a 'bullpen-by-committee' can work in the playoffs. Then, Jeff and Kevin react to the news that the Blue Jays are negotiating with Max Scherzer before welcoming Greg Hamilton (30:49), Director of National Teams and Baseball Canada coach, to the show to help set the stage for the World Baseball Classic. Greg discusses the WBC's evolution since its debut in 2006, what he's looking forward to most at the tournament, and the state of Canadian baseball.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.

There's more to Braves Spring Training and North Port has more to offer than just the Grapefruit League. Mike Dunn sits down with Nick & Chris to talk about it all. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Reggie Adetula & Paul Gallant begin the show reacting & discussing the Rockets getting a close road win over the Charlotte Hornets to begin the stretch run. The Houston Astros begin Grapefruit League play tomorrow, & the infield issue looms. Reggie & Paul discuss. Plus, Question of the Day inspired by Sacramento State moving up to FBS. Reggie, Paul, & B-Scott go Around the NFL! It is Friday... so you know it is time for B-Scott From Hiram Clarke to come in! Reggie, Paul, & B-Scott look at What's Poppin as they delve more into Rockets & more! Reggie Adetula & Paul Gallant gauge their confidence in Houston sports. They the get into their Lunchtime Confessions. Later, the 2026 Houston Dynamo season starts tomorrow, so the guys bring on head coach Ben Olsen! Reggie Adetula & Paul Gallant begin the final hour on a Friday as DeMeco Ryans gets a role. Reggie once again fills in for Figgy on the Mixtape as a Nashville influencer disses a notable Texas establishment & AI once again, out of hand. The fellas then draft the weekend.

Reggie Adetula & Paul Gallant begin the show reacting & discussing the Rockets getting a close road win over the Charlotte Hornets to begin the stretch run. The Houston Astros begin Grapefruit League play tomorrow, & the infield issue looms. Reggie & Paul discuss. Plus, Question of the Day inspired by Sacramento State moving up to FBS.

The Houston Astros begin Grapefruit League play tomorrow, & the infield issue looms. Reggie & Paul discuss.

Stan ‘The Fan' Charles is filling on this Friday alongside Griffin as the boys rundown the news of the day, we'll talk all about the latest on the Jordan Westburg injury after Mike Elias gave an update about an hour ago ahead of the Orioles first Grapefruit League game later this afternoon, so we'll chat all about Westburg, get more of Stan's thoughts on the O's and much more. At 11:15am, Peter Schmuck of BaltimoreBaseball.com will chime in to give his takeaways on Westburg, the rotation, the offseason as a whole and much more. Then at 11:40am, we'll switch gears to catch up with Childs Walker of the Baltimore Sun, chat about the new Ravens coaching staff, Lamar Jackson's contract extension and plenty more on the NFL front. All that and more on a Friday edition of GCR!

The Washington Nationals are almost done with workouts in West Palm Beach, and the intensity is rising as Grapefruit League games begin. In this episode of the Nats MinuteCast, we break down why Cade Cavalli's live batting practice session against James Wood and CJ Abrams is a major storyline for the 2026 season. Is Cavalli ready to lock in a permanent rotation spot? What did we learn from his pitch sequencing and command against the Nationals' top young stars? And why is manager Blake Butera publicly challenging CJ Abrams to become an All-Star again? We also dive into the new high-tech approach at camp, including game-like breaking ball pitching machines, and what that says about the Nationals' evolving philosophy under the new regime. Plus, a preview of split-squad action featuring Jake Eder, Shinnosuke Ogasawara, and Drew Smith as exhibition games officially begin. If you're looking for the latest Washington Nationals spring training news, CJ Abrams updates, Cade Cavalli analysis, and 2026 Nats roster battles — this episode has you covered. Support our sponsor Looking for a high-protein snack that actually tastes amazing? Check out Righteous Felon — a family-owned brand making jerky from premium, pasture-raised Black Angus beef, free of hormones and antibiotics. With bold flavors like O.G. Hickory, keto-friendly and gluten-free options, and 10 grams of protein per serving, it's the perfect fuel for your podcast adventures. Use promo code MINUTECAST for 15% off at righteousfelon.com/?ref=MINUTECAST and snack smarter today! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Washington Nationals are almost done with workouts in West Palm Beach, and the intensity is rising as Grapefruit League games begin. In this episode of the Nats MinuteCast, we break down why Cade Cavalli's live batting practice session against James Wood and CJ Abrams is a major storyline for the 2026 season. Is Cavalli ready to lock in a permanent rotation spot? What did we learn from his pitch sequencing and command against the Nationals' top young stars? And why is manager Blake Butera publicly challenging CJ Abrams to become an All-Star again? We also dive into the new high-tech approach at camp, including game-like breaking ball pitching machines, and what that says about the Nationals' evolving philosophy under the new regime. Plus, a preview of split-squad action featuring Jake Eder, Shinnosuke Ogasawara, and Drew Smith as exhibition games officially begin. If you're looking for the latest Washington Nationals spring training news, CJ Abrams updates, Cade Cavalli analysis, and 2026 Nats roster battles — this episode has you covered. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Post-Gazette Pirates insiders Jason Mackey and Colin Beazley report from spring training in Bradenton, Fla. and offer their projections for the opening day roster before Grapefruit League exhibition games begin this weekend. Will Konnor Griffin secure a spot after his impressive arrival at camp? Or will Nick Gonzales be able to hold him off at shortstop for now? Will Nick Yorke or Enmanuel Valdez secure the final position player spot? Who's standing out within the group of Jose Urquidy, Hunter Barco, Carmen Mlodzinski and others for the fifth starer job behind Paul Skenes, Mitch Keller and Bubba Chandler? And will Mason Montgomery make it into the bullpen? Our duo tackles those difficult questions for GM Ben Cherington and manager Don Kelly, plus much more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker continue to count down to the Blue Jays' first taste of Grapefruit League action against the Philadelphia Phillies on Saturday. They discuss the introduction of the ABS challenge rule and whether any Jays will be 'exempt' from using it in a game. Then, they look at the rotation and project who will occupy the fourth and fifth starter roles, share expectations for Trey Yesavage's first full MLB season, and react to the news that Kevin Gausman is considering retirement following this year. Later, Blue Jays radio voice Ben Shulman stops by (25:45) from Dunedin to discuss the mood around camp, the battle for roster spots in the bullpen, Ricky Tiedemann's Spring outlook, and where Leo Jimenez fits in the mix of infielders.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.

Pitchers and catchers reported, position players participated in the first full-squad workout — and now, the Detroit Tigers are counting down the days to the first Grapefruit League game of spring training. The Tigers marked the start of camp by making their most popular move of the 2025-26 offseason, signing franchise icon Justin Verlander to a one-year, $13 million contract — after losing Reese Olson for the entire 2026 season to a shoulder surgery. On "Days of Roar," Evan Petzold and Chris Brown react to the signing of Verlander and the injury to Olson. They also share the biggest takeaways from the first week of spring training, updates on Tarik Skubal, Riley Greene and Spencer Torkelson and break down the latest surrounding top prospect Kevin McGonigle. Former Tigers catcher Alex Avila joins the show for an extended conversation about Verlander's return to the Tigers, offering insight into what the reunion means on and off the field. He reflects on Verlander's evolution as a pitcher and a person, while detailing his expectations for the Tigers' star-studded rotation. To close, Evan and Chris discuss what they'll be watching as spring training games get underway. Follow Evan on X/Twitter here. Read Evan's most recent work here

Grapefruit League play is still five days away but the Braves have already dealt with their share of set backs. How is our new skipper holding up? He sat down with his boys Nick & Chris as they begin their week in North Port. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Grapefruit League play is still five days away but the Braves have already dealt with their share of set backs. How is our new skipper holding up? He sat down with his boys Nick & Chris as they begin their week in North Port. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's officially the 2026 Baseball Season as The Bat Around is back to it's normal time slot of 8:30 PM Sunday Nights. And you know what that means...Zach Moore is back! Paul and Zach get you primed for the Grapefruit League schedule which is set to begin on Friday. Does Chris Bassitt put the Orioles over the top? Do you believe Mike Elias when he says Blaze Alexander's acquisition was a lucky coincidence, or is the VP and de facto GM spinning another yarn to cover up Holliday's hamate bone injury? Plus, Jordan Westburg slept funny again and will miss time this spring with an oblique strain. SOMEBODY GET THIS MAN A TEMPURPEDIC! And what do these injuries mean for Coby Mayo? That and more on The Bat Around!

Post-Gazette Pirates insiders Jason Mackey and Colin Beazley report from the first day of spring training in Bradenton, Fla. They recap a busy day of comments from players and coaches as well as on-field action with the Grapefruit League opener looming later this month. How is starter Jared Jones looking in his return from injury? What changes has Mitch Keller made to his routine amid offseason MLB trade rumors? What did Paul Skenes think of the moves GM Ben Cherington made this offseason to acquire bats like Marcell Ozuna, Ryan O'Hearn, Jake Mangum and Brandon Lowe? What did manager Don Kelly have to say at the start of his first season at the help? Did top prospect Konnor Griffin look big-league ready? And what should we make of fellow prospect Termarr Johnson working out at third base? Our duo tackles those questions and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The time to decode the NCAA Tournament is here from a gambling perspective, and Mr. X is just the man for the job. He sees a very chalky outcome this year, despite 6 11 seeds or lower last year taking bloody scalps! Also, what are his thoughts on Grapefruit League spring training vs. Cactus League and his one-stone-cold prop bet lock for the upcoming MLB season? MORE . . . Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

How Psilocybin might help repair brain damage from mild head trauma and an ancient fortress is discover is Spain during the construction of a solar plant. Plus, on This Day in History, the crazy story of how the Grapefruit League got its name. Psilocybin Shows Promise in Repairing Brain Damage from Mild Head Trauma | ZME Science Construction Workers Were Building a Solar Plant—and Uncovered a 5,000-Year-Old Fortress | Popular Mechanics Construction crew discovers ancient fortress while building solar plant | USA Solar Cell Wilbert Robinson caught grapefruit from a plane | MLB.com This Day In Sports: Wilbert Robinson Tries To Catch A Low-Flying Grapefruit - ESPN - SportsCenter.com- ESPN On This Date in Sports March 13, 1915: Catch the Grapefruit | Barstool Sports Contact the show - coolstuffcommute@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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