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The MLB season is around the corner and we're kicking off our 2026 MLB Preview Series with special guest Steven Russell. Steven and Josh make their official predictions for the upcoming season including AL & NL MVP, Cy Young, Rookie of the Year, and World Series champion — plus a dark horse and long-shot pick for every award. We also play Who Would You Rather Have Going Forward featuring a loaded Vladimir Guerrero Jr. edition and a Roman Anthony edition, debating some of the biggest young stars in baseball like Juan Soto, Ronald Acuña Jr., Gunnar Henderson, Julio Rodríguez, Jackson Chourio, and more. Then we debate Way or No Way: which players could realistically be traded during the season, including Tarik Skubal, Sandy Alcantara, Jarren Duran, Byron Buxton, and CJ Abrams. Finally, we close with Hall of Fame or Hall of Very Good: Current Players Edition, featuring debates on Jacob deGrom, Manny Machado, Nolan Arenado, Corey Seager, Paul Goldschmidt, Giancarlo Stanton, and José Ramírez. A packed show to kick off our MLB Preview Series. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Welcome to Episode 150 of Tablesetters, where we continue our division preview series by turning our attention to the American League West heading into the 2026 season. For nearly a decade, the AL West belonged to the Houston Astros. From 2017 through 2024, Houston captured seven full-season division titles and established one of the most sustained competitive runs in modern baseball. That streak finally paused in 2025. The Seattle Mariners broke through with a 90–72 season to capture the division, edging Houston by three games and advancing all the way to the American League Championship Series before falling in seven games. Now Seattle enters 2026 with momentum, elite pitching, and legitimate postseason expectations. But the division remains wide open. Houston still features an experienced core led by Jose Altuve, Carlos Correa, and Yordan Alvarez, though questions remain about the starting rotation after the departure of Framber Valdez. Texas returns one of the most intriguing pitching staffs in the league behind Jacob deGrom and Nathan Eovaldi but must rebound offensively after finishing near the bottom of the league in several categories last year. Meanwhile, the Athletics appear to be emerging from their rebuild with a promising young lineup built around Rookie of the Year Nick Kurtz and shortstop Jacob Wilson, while the Los Angeles Angels continue searching for stability after another difficult season. Several individual players could ultimately determine how the division unfolds. Dominic Canzone's breakout bat could help deepen Seattle's lineup behind Cal Raleigh and Julio Rodriguez. Houston will be watching closely to see whether new arrival Tatsuya Imai can stabilize the rotation. Texas may hinge on the health of Nathan Eovaldi alongside deGrom, while A's pitching outlook could depend heavily on the continued development of Jacob Lopez. For the Angels, the return of Grayson Rodriguez from injury carries significant implications for a rotation that struggled throughout 2025. With Seattle attempting to defend its title and multiple challengers trying to reclaim the division, the AL West once again looks like a race that could remain competitive deep into the season.
The Texas Rangers rotation features Jacob deGrom and Nathan Eovaldi, two elite pitchers anchoring the staff as the team heads into MLB Spring Training 2026. Fans and analysts are debating how these aces compare in durability, strikeout ability, and impact on Texas Rangers' chances this season. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
What happens when three fantasy baseball experts draft four teams each? Joe Bond, AJ Applegarth, and Corey Pieper run a live 12-team mock draft, debating every pick in real time, from Shohei Ohtani at #1 to the chaos of finding a second baseman past Round 7. The guys battle through eight rounds of sniping each other's targets, defending controversial picks, and revealing their actual draft strategies. AJ goes Judge-Lindor-Sanchez-Mookie Betts for a Yankees/Mets powerhouse. Corey builds the injury-risk all-star team with Acuña, Harper, Byron Buxton, and Jacob deGrom. Joe reaches for George Springer in Round 5 ("If I can get 25/15 out of him, I'm good") and takes three pitchers in a row (Rounds 4-5-6). Link to Draft Board: https://fantasysixpack.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/2026-F6P-Hour-Fantasy-Baseball-Mock-Draft.jpg Heated debates: Ohtani vs Judge at #1: Utility flexibility or pure production? When to draft pitching: Joe takes Scubal Round 1, others wait until Round 3+ The second base wasteland: Only 5 drafted in 8 rounds, none between Rounds 3-7 George Springer in Round 5: Bold value play or massive reach? O'Neal Cruz: Joe scrolls past him for Riley Greene ("God, no") Controversial picks: AJ takes Crochet early, then admits "I'm regretting it" by Round 4 Corey's injury-prone team: Acuña, Buxton, Harper, deGrom, Christian Yelich Joe: "I just went three pitchers in a row. I don't think I've ever done that." Mason Miller in Round 6 as the first closer off the board Plus: Why every team has 2-3 pitchers after 8 rounds (nobody planned it, it just happened), the Fireball Draft story, and AJ's admission that he usually goes heavy on saves but drafted zero closers. Rankings and cheat sheets at fantasysixpack.net/plans (Code: F6PPODS saves 15%) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Check out Fran Duffy's 2026 Diehard Draft Guide! https://alldlls.com/draftguide26/ It was going to happen eventually — Jacob deGrom and Brandon Nimmo were going to play this spring for the Texas Rangers. The debuts arrived Wednesday against Team Brazil. The Rangers started deGrom on the mound after his All-Star season, and Nimmo was the leadoff man and right fielder behind his former Mets teammate. For deGrom, he allowed a solo home run and two other hits in two innings, striking out three, and Nimmo went 1 for 2 with a single and a walk. Both felt fine afterward and said they will be ready to go on Opening Day, March 26 against the Phillies. 0:00 - Intro 1:04 - Camp rundown and reaction to the run-rule victory over Brazil 19:18 - deGrom and Nimmo made their debuts today 32:21 - Battle for bench roles 47:09 - Batting cleanup - news and notes around baseball An ALLCITY Network Production SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@DLLS_Sports ALL THINGS DLLS: WEBSITE: https://store.allcitynetwork.com/collections/dlls-locker BUY MERCH: http://DLLSLocker.com FOLLOW ON SOCIAL: Twitter: @DLLS_Sports Instagram: @DLLS_Sports Become a DLLS Diehard and get access to premium content, our Discord channel, discounts on merch, and a free shirt! Sign up here: https://alldlls.com/join-diehard/ AirDNA: Discover what you could make renting your home during this summer's World Cup! AirDNA.co/DLLS MARS MEN: For a limited time, our listeners get 50% off FOR LIFE, Free Shipping, AND 3 Free Gifts at Mars Men at https://Mengotomars.com Prize Picks: Visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/DLLS and use code DLLS and get $50 in lineups when you play your first $5 lineup! PrizePicks. It's Good to be Right! Donate to Big Brothers Big Sisters or Sign Up To Become a Big: https://bbbs.org/allcity Branded Bills: Head to https://brandedbills.com and use code B-B-D-L-L-S for 15% off your first order! Monarch: Use Monarch Money to get control of your overall finances with 50% off your first year at https://www.monarch.com with code DLLS Gametime: Take the guesswork out of buying concert tickets with Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code DLLS for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Last minute tickets. Lowest Price. Guaranteed. Shady Rays: Head to https://shadyrays.com and use code: SRDLLS for 40% off 2+ pairs of polarized sunglasses. Try for yourself the shades rated 5 stars by over 300,000 people. HelloFresh - Get 10 FREE meals at https://hellofresh.com/freerangers. Applied across 7 boxes, new subscribers only, varies by plan. Copyright Disclaimer under section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for “fair use” for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, education and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
With Shaun out, Evan and Tiki hand the reins to WFAN glue guy Paul Rosenberg for a historic first: his own Cinco de Luncho. Rosie delivers a wildly entertaining (and very questionable) list of the most important No. 48s in New York sports history… and yes, it includes a Mets playoff villain, Yankees debates, a teenage hockey phenom climbing the ranks in real time, and even a Westminster Dog Show champion because, technically, it happened at MSG. The guys react to every pick, argue Andrew Miller vs Anthony Rizzo vs Paul Goldschmidt, marvel at how rare the number 48 is in basketball, and crown Jacob deGrom as the undisputed king of the number. They also uncover the family story behind Matthew Schaefer's jersey, discuss why Carson Benge's eventual number could become iconic, and spiral into classic WFAN territory with Nimmo slander, dog show trivia, and callers suggesting better omissions from the list.
Get the best coverage of the Big Game and become a Diehard today! https://alldlls.com/intro-offer-youtube The 2025 Texas Ragners had the best ERA in baseball, and the two leaders of the pitching staff are looking for a repeat in 2026. Jacob deGrom hasn't gotten started yet this spring, though by design. He's healthy and expects to pitch soon. Nathan Eovaldi pitched Monday, though in a simulated game rather than face the Guardians in the Cactus League game. He was making his third start of spring training, scheduled to go four innings. The Rangers have also made several roster moves and have multiple injury updates. #mlb #springtraining #texasrangers #texas An ALLCITY Network Production SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@DLLS_Sports ALL THINGS DLLS: WEBSITE: https://store.allcitynetwork.com/collections/dlls-locker BUY MERCH: http://DLLSLocker.com FOLLOW ON SOCIAL: Twitter: @DLLS_Sports Instagram: @DLLS_Sports Become a DLLS Diehard and get access to premium content, our Discord channel, discounts on merch, and a free shirt! Sign up here: https://alldlls.com/join-diehard/ MARS MEN: For a limited time, our listeners get 50% off FOR LIFE, Free Shipping, AND 3 Free Gifts at Mars Men at https://Mengotomars.com Prize Picks: Visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/DLLS and use code DLLS and get $50 in lineups when you play your first $5 lineup! PrizePicks. It's Good to be Right! Donate to Big Brothers Big Sisters or Sign Up To Become a Big: https://bbbs.org/allcity Branded Bills: Head to https://brandedbills.com and use code B-B-D-L-L-S for 15% off your first order! Monarch: Use Monarch Money to get control of your overall finances with 50% off your first year at https://www.monarch.com with code DLLS Gametime: Take the guesswork out of buying concert tickets with Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code DLLS for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Last minute tickets. Lowest Price. Guaranteed. Shady Rays is giving out their best deal of the season. Head to https://shadyrays.com and use code: DLLS35 for 35% off polarized sunglasses. Try for yourself the shades rated 5 stars by over 300,000 people. HelloFresh - Get 10 FREE meals at https://hellofresh.com/freerangers. Applied across 7 boxes, new subscribers only, varies by plan. Copyright Disclaimer under section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for “fair use” for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, education and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Paul Skenes or Garrett Crochet? Greene or Brown among the Hunters? How high can Chase Burns and Nolan McLean climb? These and many more questions are answered as Vlad Sedler and Jason Anthony tier up and analyze the top 50 starting pitchers through ADP 200. Enjoy! Episode Guide News and Notes Brandon Woodruff, Royce Lewis, Merrill Kelly, Chase DeLauter and more Starting Pitcher Tiers for 2026 (pt 1) An overview of 2025 results Tier 1a - Skubal, Skenes and Crochet Tier 1b - Who do we trust most among Woo, Gilbert, Yamamoto, Sanchez and Sale? Tier 2 - Cole Ragans, Hunter Brown, Hunter Greene, Freddy Peralta, Jacob deGrom. Does Logan Webb belong? Tier 3 - Some love for The Lizard, McLean Helium Rising, Solid Old Nick, Knuckleheads and Innings Limits Tier 4 - King vs. Pepiot vs. Gavin Williams; Any love for Strider? Sheehan vs. Yesavage, and more Tier 5 - A sneaky value; what about Bubba, Rogers, The Miz? Tier 6 - Three Cubs SPs behind good defense; expectations for Rodon, Baz, Castillo and Mackenzie Gore Join FTN FANTASY BASEBALL for 2026 as we help you crush your fantasy leagues! In addition to our Custom Projections, Roto and Underdog Rankings and incredible tools and content, we will be introducing amazing, new stuff such as our Top 500 Dynasty Rankings, Points Rankings, Customizable PDF Cheat Sheets and various versions for different formats of Vlad's popular GRID RANKINGS. Draft Content Hub: https://ftnfantasy.com/mlb/fantasy-baseball-draft-content-hub Rankings: https://ftnfantasy.com/fantasy/mlb/rankings Projections: https://ftnfantasy.com/mlb/custom-rankings-and-projections Cheat Sheets: https://ftnfantasy.com/mlb/fantasy-baseball-cheat-sheets Use promo code GUT26 for 10% off at FTN FANTASY today! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Cinco de Luncho, sparked by the news that CC Sabathia's No. 52 is headed for Monument Park. The guys draft the next five New York athletes most likely to have their numbers retired, sparking debates across all four major sports. On the list: Carmelo Anthony's complicated Knicks legacy, Chris Kreider's Rangers records and playoff heroics, Jacob deGrom's emotional Mets case despite finishing elsewhere, and the glaring omission of Darrelle Revis — arguably the greatest Jet ever — whose No. 24 still isn't retired. Callers weigh in on whether team success should matter, how fan emotion shapes these decisions, and why some franchises move faster than others. The conversation expands into what makes a number-retirement truly meaningful, how rivalries and late-career moves affect legacies, and whether teams sometimes wait for the “right moment” to celebrate former stars. It's a passionate, cross-town debate to close the hour, mixing nostalgia, hot takes, and a little disbelief at who's still waiting for the call.
Are you about to draft Cal Raleigh in the second round? Paying up for Bryce Turang after his breakout? Joe Bond, AJ Applegarth, and Corey Pieper break down the 2026 fantasy baseball players whose draft cost doesn't match their projected production—from catchers to starting pitchers. The guys debate what "bust" actually means (spoiler: it's about draft cost, not total disaster), then rip through position-by-position overvalued players. Cal Raleigh after 60 homers? Will Smith with 150 fewer at-bats than other catchers? Josh Naylor after somehow stealing 30 bases with bottom-3% sprint speed? Colson Montgomery's 44% hard-hit rate that screams regression? O'Neal Cruz hitting .102 against lefties? Heated moments: Joe and Corey clash on Geraldo Perdomo (Joe's out, Corey's in at the cost) Spencer Strider going at pick 100 after two awful seasons? All three are out The George Springer debate: 32 homers at age 37—fluke or repeatable? O'Neal Cruz: "Quite possibly one of the worst hitters in baseball" (Joe's words) Plus: Why Ozzie Albies' flip-flop injury pattern is a problem, Trevor Story's strikeout rate concerns, and Jacob deGrom's name-value trap at 38 years old. Rankings and cheat sheets at fantasysixpack.net/plans (Code: F6PPODS saves 15%) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Before we get to ADP, we're going to focus on process and macro-level trends. How do we approach the unpredictable nature of pitcher injuries (2:44). ... How can we mitigate injury risk (14:40)? ... Pitcher velocity is tricky (24:43). ... What are the latest innings trends (33:56)? ... The current pitching environment has stabilized (37:30). ... How do we evaluate pitching (41:21)? ... What is our starting pitcher strategy this year (56:52)? ... Let's get into ADP, starting with Tarik Skubal (1:07:20). ... Paul Skenes or Garrett Crochet (1:09:52)? ... Any concern with Crochet's innings jump (1:13:08)? ... Should Yamamoto be the SP4 (1:16:25)? ... Cristopher Sanchez took a big step last year (1:19:57). ... Hunter Brown regressed in the second half (1:25:04). ... Bryan Woo was one of the most consistent pitchers (1:28:02). ... Logan Gilbert had a weird season (1:32:33). ... Chris Sale is old but the skills are still there (1:35:19). ... Max Fried proved he can be a workhorse (1:39:10). ... Hunter Greene is one of the best pitchers in baseball on a per inning basis (1:42:50). ... Logan Webb is the top workhorse but is WHIP problem (1:47:02). ... Are we back in on Jacob deGrom (1:50:45)? Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/FantasyBaseballToday Download and Follow Fantasy Baseball Today on Spotify: https://sptfy.com/QiKv Follow our FBT team on Twitter: @FBTPod, @CPTowers @CBSScottWhite, @Roto_Frank Join our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/fantasybaseballtoday Sign up for the FBT Newsletter at https://www.cbssports.com/newsletters/fantasy-baseball-today/ 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
Texas Rangers pitching coach Jordan Tiegs joins the show to break down everything happening inside Rangers camp. Tiegs dives into Jacob deGrom's mindset, Nathan Eovaldi's relentless pursuit of perfection, and what makes elite veterans different. He also discusses Alexis Díaz's mechanical tweaks, Robert Garcia's development in high-leverage spots, and the early competition for bullpen roles. Plus, insight on Kumar Rocker's offseason changes, Jake's next step forward, Kyle's veteran presence, and where top prospect Brock Porter stands heading into the season. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Should you pay up for Tarik Skubal in the first round, or is loading up on hitters the smarter play? Joe Bond, AJ Applegarth, and Corey Pieper debate the pitching draft strategy that actually wins 2026 fantasy baseball leagues—and they don't all agree. With pitcher IL days skyrocketing (15,000+ days missed in 2024) and starters averaging just 5.19 innings per outing, the old "pocket aces" strategy is getting flipped on its head. The guys hash out whether you need one elite arm or four mid-tier anchors, when it's too early to draft an ace (spoiler: Joe will never take one in the early first), and why Christopher Sanchez at SP6 makes Joe uncomfortable but Corey's all in. Plus: Why chasing wins is a "fool's errand" (Brady Singer had more wins than Skubal—let that sink in), the closers worth paying up for (hint: it's a very short list), and why Grant Hollar might be this year's league-winning waiver add in saves+holds leagues. Key Debates: Is Skubal worth a top-6 pick? (They disagree) Sanchez at SP6: Breakout or one-year mirage? Should you draft Jacob deGrom? (Hard pass from all three) Quality starts are dead—switch to quality appearances Join Fantasy Six Pack for rankings, projections, and Discord access: fantasysixpack.net/plans (Code: F6PPODS saves 15%) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Become a Diehard today! https://alldlls.com/join/ The Texas Rangers agreed to a one-year contract with left-hander Jordan Montgomery, reuniting with a key member of the team's 2023 World Series championship rotation. Montgomery's deal is reported at $1.25 million with performance bonuses, and he is expected to begin the season on the injured list as he continues rehabbing from hybrid UCL surgery. Montgomery missed the entire 2025 season after the surgery, but when healthy he was a major contributor to the Rangers' title run, posting a 2.79 ERA in 11 regular-season starts and winning two ALCS games. The move adds veteran depth behind a rotation headlined by Jacob deGrom, Nathan Eovaldi, MacKenzie Gore and Jack Leiter, with Montgomery projected to be ready around midseason as a second-half option. An ALLCITY Network Production SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@DLLS_Sports ALL THINGS DLLS: WEBSITE:https://store.allcitynetwork.com/collections/dlls-locker BUY MERCH:http://DLLSLocker.com FOLLOW ON SOCIAL:Twitter: @DLLS_SportsInstagram: @DLLS_Sports Become a DLLS Diehard and get access to premium content, our Discord channel, discounts on merch, and a free shirt! Sign up here: https://alldlls.com/join-diehard/ MARS MEN: For a limited time, our listeners get 50% off FOR LIFE, Free Shipping, AND 3 Free Gifts at Mars Men at https://Mengotomars.com Prize Picks: Visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/DLLS and use code DLLS and get $50 in lineups when you play your first $5 lineup! PrizePicks. It's Good to be Right! Donate to Big Brothers Big Sisters or Sign Up To Become a Big: https://bbbs.org/allcity Branded Bills: Head to https://brandedbills.com and use code B-B-D-L-L-S for 15% off your first order! Monarch: Use Monarch Money to get control of your overall finances with 50% off your first year at https://www.monarch.com with code DLLS Gametime: Take the guesswork out of buying concert tickets with Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code DLLS for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Last minute tickets. Lowest Price. Guaranteed. Shady Rays is giving out their best deal of the season. Head to https://shadyrays.com and use code: DLLS35 for 35% off polarized sunglasses. Try for yourself the shades rated 5 stars by over 300,000 people. HelloFresh - Get 10 FREE meals at https://hellofresh.com/freerangers. Applied across 7 boxes, new subscribers only, varies by plan. Copyright Disclaimer under section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for “fair use” for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, education and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Get the best coverage of the Big Game and become a Diehard today! https://alldlls.com/intro-offer-youtube The Texas Rangers know who their top four starting pitchers will be in 2026 — Jacob deGrom, Nathan Eovaldi, Jack Leiter and MacKenzie Gore. Spring training will help determine the fifth starter. There are several candidates, technically, but Jacob Latz and Kumar Rocker are the front-runners. Could anyone else take the spot? Maybe veterans Cal Quantrill or Austin Gomber or prospect Jose Corniell. Also, Cody Freeman returns for a guest appearance after his technical issues last week. 00:00 - INTRO01:20 - Cody Freeman Joins The Show23:00 - Who Will Be Rangers 5th Starter34:40 - What To Look Forward to at Spring Training42:20 - Spring Training Tips47:37 - Batting Cleanup An ALLCITY Network Production SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@DLLS_Sports ALL THINGS DLLS: WEBSITE:https://store.allcitynetwork.com/collections/dlls-locker BUY MERCH:http://DLLSLocker.com FOLLOW ON SOCIAL:Twitter: @DLLS_SportsInstagram: @DLLS_Sports Become a DLLS Diehard and get access to premium content, our Discord channel, discounts on merch, and a free shirt! Sign up here: https://alldlls.com/join-diehard/ MARS MEN: For a limited time, our listeners get 50% off FOR LIFE, Free Shipping, AND 3 Free Gifts at Mars Men at https://Mengotomars.com Prize Picks: Visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/DLLS and use code DLLS and get $50 in lineups when you play your first $5 lineup! PrizePicks. It's Good to be Right! Donate to Big Brothers Big Sisters or Sign Up To Become a Big: https://bbbs.org/allcity Branded Bills: Head to https://brandedbills.com and use code B-B-D-L-L-S for 15% off your first order! Monarch: Use Monarch Money to get control of your overall finances with 50% off your first year at https://www.monarch.com with code DLLS Gametime: Take the guesswork out of buying concert tickets with Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code DLLS for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Last minute tickets. Lowest Price. Guaranteed. Shady Rays is giving out their best deal of the season. Head to https://shadyrays.com and use code: DLLS35 for 35% off polarized sunglasses. Try for yourself the shades rated 5 stars by over 300,000 people. HelloFresh - Get 10 FREE meals at https://hellofresh.com/freerangers. Applied across 7 boxes, new subscribers only, varies by plan. Copyright Disclaimer under section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for “fair use” for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, education and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Tarik Skubal just reset the arbitration market. The Detroit Tigers ace won a record $32 million arbitration case for 2026, the largest award ever for an arbitration-eligible pitcher. The ruling raises new questions across Major League Baseball about how teams handle young frontline starters before free agency.For the Texas Rangers, the timing is interesting. Jack Leiter is a key part of the club's long-term rotation plans alongside Jacob deGrom, Nathan Eovaldi and MacKenzie Gore. With pitching salaries climbing and arbitration awards trending higher, does it make more sense for the Rangers to explore a team-friendly contract extension before Leiter's price climbs? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Become a Diehard today! https://alldlls.com/join/ Thursday belonged to MacKenzie Gore. The Texas Rangers officially introduced the All Star left hander at Globe Life Field after acquiring him last week in a blockbuster trade with the Nationals, giving fans their first look at one of the newest faces of the rotation.With Gore now in the mix alongside Jacob deGrom, Nathan Eovaldi, and Jack Leiter, the Rangers rotation suddenly stacks up with some of the best in baseball. Can any team match that combination of frontline talent and depth? We break down what Gore brings, how he fits, and why this rotation could be the foundation of a win-now push. An ALLCITY Network Production SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@DLLS_Sports ALL THINGS DLLS: WEBSITE:https://store.allcitynetwork.com/collections/dlls-locker BUY MERCH:http://DLLSLocker.com FOLLOW ON SOCIAL:Twitter: @DLLS_SportsInstagram: @DLLS_Sports Become a DLLS Diehard and get access to premium content, our Discord channel, discounts on merch, and a free shirt! Sign up here: https://alldlls.com/join-diehard/ MARS MEN: For a limited time, our listeners get 50% off FOR LIFE, Free Shipping, AND 3 Free Gifts at Mars Men at https://Mengotomars.com Prize Picks: Visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/DLLS and use code DLLS and get $50 in lineups when you play your first $5 lineup! PrizePicks. It's Good to be Right! Donate to Big Brothers Big Sisters or Sign Up To Become a Big: https://bbbs.org/allcity Branded Bills: Head to https://brandedbills.com and use code B-B-D-L-L-S for 15% off your first order! Monarch: Use Monarch Money to get control of your overall finances with 50% off your first year at https://www.monarch.com with code DLLS Gametime: Take the guesswork out of buying concert tickets with Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code DLLS for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Last minute tickets. Lowest Price. Guaranteed. Shady Rays is giving out their best deal of the season. Head to https://shadyrays.com and use code: DLLS35 for 35% off polarized sunglasses. Try for yourself the shades rated 5 stars by over 300,000 people. HelloFresh - Get 10 FREE meals at https://hellofresh.com/freerangers. Applied across 7 boxes, new subscribers only, varies by plan. Copyright Disclaimer under section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for “fair use” for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, education and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Hour 2 opens with the debut of “Tiki's Top 5,” as Tiki lays out his preferred Giants offensive coordinator candidates after Todd Monken comes off the board. Matt Nagy sits at the top of the conversation thanks to the Andy Reid connection and play-calling experience, with other names like Kliff Kingsbury, Dave Ragone, Davis Webb, and a young riser in Declan Doyle getting a look. The big theme: Giants fans are ready to trust John Harbaugh no matter what, but the OC choice matters for Jaxson Dart and the direction of the offense. Then the show pivots back to the Jets, who reportedly hire a new defensive coordinator (Brian Duker) after a virtual interview just hours earlier. The guys react to what it says about the organization, how it essentially makes Aaron Glenn the real defensive boss while also trying to survive as head coach, and why Jets fans are spiraling into full-on “Woody meddling” paranoia. From there it turns into a true sports buffet: Giannis trade buzz heats up with Knicks fans debating whether the best move is waiting for the offseason leverage, while the crew rips into the Hall of Fame process after Bill Belichick is not first ballot and Bill Polian claims he is not 100% sure who he voted for. Plus, a classic WFAN flashback featuring Steve Summers going at the lone writer who did not vote for Jacob deGrom, and a hilarious detour into Charlie Weis Jr, Jaxson Dart, and an accidental Mark Wahlberg conspiracy.
Adam Howe and Kevin Hasting break down fantasy-relevant MLB veterans who will be 35 or older in 2026, discussing why age-based discounts often go too far in drafts. Position by position, they evaluate starters, relievers, and hitters who still provide stable volume, category juice, or late-draft value—especially in NFBC-style formats. The episode emphasizes trusting skills, roles, and projections over age bias while building balanced fantasy rosters.0:00–6:30 — Episode Setup & Draft PhilosophyWhy veteran players are often overdocked due to ageCan you build a competitive roster leaning heavily on 35+ players?Format considerations (NFBC, draft-and-hold, redraft)Setting criteria: age 35+ entering 2026 season 6:30–32:00 — Veteran Starting PitchersCore discussion around innings, risk, and projection valuePlayers discussed:Chris Sale, Jacob deGrom. Cole Ragans, Hunter Greene, Max Fried, Brian Woo, Merrill Kelly, Matthew Boyd, Kyle Hendricks (historical comp), Seth Lugo, Yusei Kikuchi, Shota Imanaga SuganoKey themes:Sale and deGrom as high-impact SP1/SP2 options despite capped inningsTrusting elite ratios over raw innings totalsBackfilling innings rather than chasing 200-IP arms early“Old and boring” starters stabilizing WHIP and ERA late32:00–48:00 — Veteran Relievers & ClosersEvaluating save security vs ADP costPlayers discussed: Aroldis Chapman, Raisel Iglesias, Kenley Jansen, Robert Suarez, David Bednar, Josh Hader, Devin Williams, Ryan Helsley, Emilio Pagán, Sean ArmstrongKey themes:Iglesias vs Chapman at costConcerns about Chapman's WHIP and role volatilityJansen as a discount saves sourceDrafting proven closers over speculative youth48:00–1:05:00 — Infield Veterans (2B, 3B, MI)Why some aging infielders still matterPlayers discussed:Marcus Semien, José Altuve, Gleyber Torres, Jorge Polanco, Matt McLain, Nolan Arenado, Max Muncy, Josh Bell, Mauricio Dubón, Miguel Rojas, Munetaka Murakami, Kazuma OkamotoKey themes:No true veteran fallback at shortstopSemien as a volume-driven safety net at 2BArenado as a last-round corner infielder targetOBP vs AVG format differences for Muncy 1:05:00–1:25:00 — Veteran Outfielders & DHsDiscounted power and lineup contextPlayers discussed:George Springer, Giancarlo Stanton, Randy Arozarena, Seiya Suzuki, Oneil Cruz, Michael Harris II, Tommy Pham, Aaron Judge (contextual)Key themes:Springer as a mispriced leadoff hitterStanton's power vs inconsistent playing timeUsing veterans as category specialistsStreaming vs drafting fragile bats 1:25:00–1:40:00 — Draft Strategy Wrap-UpAge bias creating consistent market inefficienciesKnowing when to push veterans above ADPFormat-driven aggressivenessTrusting projections and roles over narrative 1:40:00–1:45:00 — Closing ThoughtsSpring training and draft season approachPosition and category previews coming soonFinal endorsement of balanced veteran usage 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.
Link to the draft results- https://www.cbssports.com/fantasy/baseball/news/fantasy-baseball-first-h2h-points-mock-draft-for-2026/ Before we get to the mock draft, let's talk Shane Baz to the Orioles (5:37). ... The Rays made a different three-team trade where Brandon Lowe was moved to the Pirates (11:42). ... Munetaka Murakami is headed to the White Sox (19:50). ... The Red Sox traded for Willson Contreras (25:51). ... The Padres are bringing back Michael King (30:35). ... Let's get into our first H2H points mock draft for 2026 (39:55). ... No surprise but Aaron Judge went first overall (41:28). ... Kyle Schwarber went at the 1-2 turn (45:00). ... Jacob deGrom was drafted as the SP4 in the third round (51:06). ... Cristopher Sanchez over Yoshinobu Yamamoto (55:05)? ... Chris was able to land Logan Gilbert in the fifth round (1:04:16). ... We wrap up by recapping our teams (1:10:38). Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/FantasyBaseballToday Download and Follow Fantasy Baseball Today on Spotify: https://sptfy.com/QiKv Follow our FBT team on Twitter: @FBTPod, @CPTowers @CBSScottWhite, @Roto_Frank Join our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/fantasybaseballtoday Sign up for the FBT Newsletter at https://www.cbssports.com/newsletters/fantasy-baseball-today/ For more fantasy baseball coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/fantasy/baseball/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ 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 Mets handled Pete Alonso worse than they did Jacob deGrom
Join Kyle (@sonny_108), Darren (@doceisenhauer) and Greg (@greghoogkamp) as they weigh in on the news of Emmanuel Clase and Luis L. Ortiz being indicted for their roles in a gambling scandal, discuss the winners of the MLB Awards, the new pricing structure for Prospects Live and finish with a discussion about the Diamondbacks and Rangers dynasty outlooks.Diamondbacks players discussed: Corbin Carroll, Ketel Marte, Geraldo Perdomo, Corbin Burnes, Ryne Nelson, Brandon Pfaadt, Justin Martinez, AJ Puk, Zac Gallen, Druw Jones, LuJames Groover III, David Hagaman, Kohl Drake, Daniel Eagan, Mitch BrattRangers players discussed: Corey Seager, Marcus Semien, Wyatt Langford, Evan Carter, Josh Jung, Adolis Garcia, Alejandro Osuna, Josh Smith, Jacob deGrom, Nate Eovaldi, Tyler Mahle, Jack Leiter, Kumar Rocker, Dylan Dreiling, Alejandro Rosario, Jose Corniell, David Davalillo, Caden Scarborough, Winston Santos, Emiliano Teodo
On this episode of Just Wondering, Norm Hitzges sits down with longtime Texas Rangers beat reporter Evan Grant to examine one of the most pivotal offseasons the franchise has faced in years. With Bruce Bochy and Mike Maddox gone, Skip Schumacher stepping in, and payroll reductions looming, the Rangers must decide whether they are still building to contend—or preparing to reset. Evan offers candid insight into the front office's thinking, the financial squeeze tied to TV revenue losses, and what roster changes may look like—from Adolis García and Jonah Heim, to a potential move involving Marcus Semien, Corey Seager, or even Jacob deGrom. They also tackle whether the Rangers' offensive philosophy has stalled, how Josh Jung and Jake Burger fit into the new approach, and whether the organization can finally develop its own pitching. Along the way: cat diplomacy, rescue dogs, and a little baseball soul-searching. A thoughtful and revealing conversation for any Rangers fan wondering what comes next. Chapters 00:00:00 – Norm Sets the Stage: GM Meetings, Offseason Uncertainty 00:00:33 – Title Sponsor: Fluent Financial 00:01:35 – Introducing Evan Grant: Perspective from Decades on the Rangers Beat 00:02:32 – Bruce Bochy's Exit: Mutual Decision or Push Out the Door? 00:03:54 – The Loss of Mike Maddox and What “Respect” Means in Baseball 00:06:28 – Will Coaching Changes Actually Hurt the 2026 Team? 00:07:57 – The Real Issue: Payroll Cuts and Financial Restraints 00:09:49 – TV Revenue Decline and Attendance Drop: The Business Side 00:10:57 – Who Goes? The Cases of García, Heim, and Semien 00:12:53 – Could Seager or deGrom Be Moved? Trade Value vs. Reality 00:13:36 – Competing While Cutting Costs: Does the Plan Make Sense? 00:15:05 – Rebuilding the Offense: From Swinging Big to Contact & Situational Hitting 00:16:38 – The Josh Jung Question: Bounce Back or Plateau? 00:18:44 – Plate Discipline Problems: “If You Don't Walk, You Better Rake” 00:20:14 – Skip Schumacher's Offensive Philosophy: No More Lazy At-Bats 00:21:06 – Why the Rangers Have Struggled to Develop Pitching for 30 Years 00:22:38 – And Now… The Cats. Yes, the Cats. 00:24:14 – A Menagerie at Home: Rescues All Around 00:24:45 – A Final Exchange of Respect, Friendship, and Baseball Curiosity 00:25:05 – Bob's Steak & Chop House Message 00:26:23 – Full Moon Healing Balm Message 00:27:04 – Thanks to Sponsors & Production Team 00:28:19 – Closing Notes: “This is a Stolen Water Media Production” Check us out: patreon.com/sunsetloungedfw Instagram: sunsetloungedfw Tiktok: sunsetloungedfw X: SunsetLoungeDFW FB: Sunset Lounge DFW
The 2025 regular season is over! How did we do (4:20)? ... The MLB playoffs are set (8:53)! ... News (11:19): Rocco Baldelli and Bob Melvin were both fired! ... Time of our 2025 awards, starting with the most valuable players (17:00)! ... Who won the Bobby Big Bat (20:43)? ... What about the Freddie Fleet Foot award (23:15)? ... Who were the most improved (25:10)? ... The biggest breakthrough can only go to one man (29:37). ... Who was the Dog of the Season (34:00)? ... George Springer and Jacob deGrom were the best comeback players (39:11)! ... Pete Crow-Armstrong, MacKenzie Gore and James Wood all faked us out (45:28). ... Who were the biggest over and underachievers (49:11)? ... We wrap up with the rest of the Golden Breadstick awards (51:30)! Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/FantasyBaseballToday Download and Follow Fantasy Baseball Today on Spotify: https://sptfy.com/QiKv Get awesome Fantasy Baseball Today merch here: http://bit.ly/3y8dUqi Follow FBT on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fbtpod?_t=8WyMkPdKOJ1&_r=1 Follow our FBT team on Twitter: @FBTPod, @CPTowers @CBSScottWhite, @Roto_Frank Join our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/fantasybaseballtoday Sign up for the FBT Newsletter at https://www.cbssports.com/newsletters/fantasy-baseball-today/ For more fantasy baseball coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/fantasy/baseball/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ 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
Check out our newly released hats and get one FREE with our Diehard sale! https://alldlls.com/intro-offer-youtubeThe Texas Rangers have decided NOT to bring Bruce Bochy back as manager. What factored into that decision? And where do the Rangers go from here? We discuss that and much more.An ALLCITY Network ProductionSUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@DLLS_SportsALL THINGS DLLS: WEBSITE:https://store.allcitynetwork.com/collections/dlls-lockerBUY MERCH: http://DLLSLocker.com FOLLOW ON SOCIAL: Twitter: @DLLS_SportsInstagram: @DLLS_SportsBecome a DLLS Diehard and get access to premium content, our Discord channel, discounts on merch, and a free shirt! Sign up here: https://alldlls.com/join-diehard/Donate to Big Brothers Big Sisters or Sign Up To Become a Big: https://bbbs.org/allcityBranded Bills: Head to https://brandedbills.com and use code B-B-D-L-L-S for 15% off your first order!PrizePicks: Go to https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/DLLS and use code DLLS for $50 instantly when you play $5. PrizePicks. Run Your Game!Monarch Money: Use Monarch Money to get control of your overall finances with 50% off your first year at https://www.monarchmoney.com/dllsGametime: Take the guesswork out of buying concert tickets with Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code DLLS for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Last minute tickets. Lowest Price. Guaranteed.Shady Rays is giving out their best deal of the season. Head to https://shadyrays.com and use code: DLLS35 for 35% off polarized sunglasses. Try for yourself the shades rated 5 stars by over 300,000 people.HelloFresh - Get 10 FREE meals at https://hellofresh.com/freerangers. Applied across 7 boxes, new subscribers only, varies by plan.Rugged Road: Reliable, durable, and built to be used– Rugged Road is your ultimate outdoor companion! Head to http://ruggedroadoutdoors.pxf.io/ALLCITY and use code DLLS for 10% off! FOCO: Check out FOCO for merch and collectibles here foco.vegb.net/DLLS and use promo code “DLLS10” for 10% off your order on all non Pre Order items.Copyright Disclaimer under section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for “fair use” for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, education and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Samantha Croston and Ashley Wenskoski are absolutely perplexed by the New York Mets. After losing eight straight, the Mets are desperately clinging to the third NL Wild Card. Can they hold on with 12 games to go? What went wrong in Philadelphia? What do we do with Jonah Tong? And where is this team's HEART? 00:00-7:10: The mathematics of where the NL Wild Card race stands: tiebreakers, probability, etc. 7:11-9:43: Meltdown in Philadelphia 9:44-16:35: Jacob DeGrom homecoming, Jonah Tong disaster....should the Mets allow Tong to make his next start? 16:36-17:50: Sproat's Saturday start 17:51-24:50: What is WRONG with this team? What is the root of the issue? 24:51-27:40: Sunday's walkoff win...will this team do enough to make the playoffs? #mets #newyorkmets #mlb #mlbb #mlblb #mlbbaseball #baseball #baseballpodcast #podcast #sports #newyork #lgm #lfgm #mlbplayoffs #metsbaseball #wildcard LIKE, COMMENT, SUBSCRIBE, LISTEN ON ALL PLATFORMS: https://www.flowcode.com/page/whymetspod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Keith talks about the Yankees 4-1 victory over the Red Sox and the Mets 7th loss in a row, this time at the hands of Jacob deGrom and the Texas Rangers.
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Hour 1 The Mets lost again, getting swept by the Phillies. The Mets have a 1 ½ game Wild Card lead with 15 games to play. Even if they get in, are you confident they can do anything? They don't have the same chemistry and confidence that they had last year. They finish up the season against the Marlins, just like in 2007. Tonight they face Jacob deGrom, and Boomer thinks he might throw a no-hitter. Gio said Yankees fans must be loving this after Juan Soto chose the Mets. Jerry is here for his first update of the day and starts with the sounds of the Yankees beating Detroit as Aaron Judge hit 2 home runs. He passed Joe DiMaggio on the Yankees all-time HR record. We heard Howie Rose on the call as the Mets lost again in Philadelphia. The final 25 Mets were retired. The Packers are now 2-0 as they beat the Commanders. The crowd was chanting ‘Thank you Jerry' as Micah Parsons had a great game. In the final segment of the hour, a Yankee fan is loving the Mets karma after all the Juan Soto talk in the off-season. Hour 2 Mike Tyson joins us in the studio and Boomer immediately has Gio do an impression of him to his face. We talked to him about his upcoming live shows at Hard Rock venues around the country and his upcoming fight against Floyd Mayweather. Jerry returns for an update and starts with the Packers beating the Commanders last night. The Mets lost again in Philly. The Mets scored 4 runs in the first and then the last 25 hitters did not reach base. Aaron Judge hit two more home runs as they beat the Tigers. Peter Schwartz had another mispronunciation in his overnight update. In the final segment of the hour, Mac Jones is starting this week for an injured Brock Purdy and we're only in week 2. Hour 3 Will the Jets offense look as good as it did last week, and will the Giants offense look as bad? The Jets were the better team Sunday and looked different than they have in the recent past. We talked about Aaron Glenn cutting Xavier Gipson and the Giants picking him up. Gio explains what it means when they say there's a ‘package of plays' for Jaxson Dart. Jerry returns for an update and starts with the sounds of the Packers beating the Commanders. Nick Sirianni talked about going to Kansas City this week. The Mets lost yet again to the Phillies. Jeff McNeil talked about the mood in the clubhouse. Aaron Judge homered twice and Stanton also went deep as the Yankees beat the Tigers. Aaron Boone talked about playing at home on 9/11. Anthony Volpe talked about his shoulder injury. In the final segment of the hour, Gio played Shinnecock yesterday. Hour 4 Gio does not think we're coming in here on Monday talking about a Giants win over the Cowboys or a Jets win over the Bills. The Jets game could be close in the first half, but not by the end. Joe Flacco is going into Baltimore for the first time as an opposing player this week. Jerry returns for his final update of the week and starts with the sounds of the Packers beating the Commanders. Fans were chanting ‘Thank you Jerry' after Micah Parsons' big game. We heard the sounds of Aaron Judge as he hit 2 home runs as they beat the Tigers. The Mets scored 4 runs in the first, and then their last 25 batters did not reach base. We heard a clip from Mike Tyson on the show earlier this morning. The Moment of The Day: Boomer has Gio do a Mike Tyson impression to his face. In the final segment of the week, our NFL picks.
The Mets lost again, getting swept by the Phillies. The Mets have a 1 ½ game Wild Card lead with 15 games to play. Even if they get in, are you confident they can do anything? They don't have the same chemistry and confidence that they had last year. They finish up the season against the Marlins, just like in 2007. Tonight they face Jacob deGrom, and Boomer thinks he might throw a no-hitter. Gio said Yankees fans must be loving this after Juan Soto chose the Mets. Jerry is here for his first update of the day and starts with the sounds of the Yankees beating Detroit as Aaron Judge hit 2 home runs. He passed Joe DiMaggio on the Yankees all-time HR record. We heard Howie Rose on the call as the Mets lost again in Philadelphia. The final 25 Mets were retired. The Packers are now 2-0 as they beat the Commanders. The crowd was chanting ‘Thank you Jerry' as Micah Parsons had a great game. In the final segment of the hour, a Yankee fan is loving the Mets karma after all the Juan Soto talk in the off-season.
Thursday night football takeaways. Jacob deGrom pitches against the Mets for the first time since leaving them. College football slate Saturday. Giants' film review. Junk Drawer!
Join your host, Owen Colwell, who is joined by Greg Mazzo, Aidan Rea, and Nick Wilson, for the first 10th Inning episode of the 2025-2026 school year. The four discuss current updates with the Yankees, Mets, and Phillies, talk about Jacob deGrom's return to Queens, and go through their predictions for who makes the playoffs, wins the six divisions, makes it out of the National and American Leagues, and who brings home the individual awards. Tune in!
The Mets rotation jumping ruins a fun night at Citi Field
Evan gives his thoughts on Senga being suggested to go back to the minors. Prepping for Jacob deGrom's return. 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
In this episode of Just Wondering, Norm dissects the Dallas Cowboys' 53-man roster and isn't shy about calling out the biggest surprises — including who stayed, who got cut, and why some decisions make little sense. From Joe Milton's shaky preseason play to the looming need for backup quarterbacks, Norm lays out the challenges facing the Cowboys as the season opener approaches.Shifting to baseball, Norm takes a hard look at the Texas Rangers' season collapse. Despite having one of the best pitching staffs in franchise history, injuries to Nathan Uvalde and Jacob deGrom have gutted their postseason hopes. Norm explains why 2026, not 2024, may be the Rangers' best chance to truly capitalize on their talent.And because it wouldn't be football season without picks, Norm reminds listeners about his legendary college and NFL predictions — a tradition he's carried for over 45 years. He closes the show with an invite to the RoughRiders Stadium Fantasy Football Draft, promising fans a chance to talk sports, strategy, and everything in between.Whether you're a diehard Cowboys fan, a frustrated Rangers supporter, or just hungry for sharp sports analysis, this episode packs in everything you need to kick off the fall season.Sign up for Norm's Picks of the Pole, here: https://payhip.com/PicksofthePolewithNormHitzges or email Norm for picks: norm13tenmail.com⏱️ Chapters:0:00 – Introduction & overview of today's topics1:45 – Cowboys 53-man roster breakdown and biggest surprises6:08 – Rangers' collapse: wasted pitching and slim playoff hopes9:54 – College football and NFL picks — Norm's track record11:46 – Fantasy Football Draft Night at RoughRiders Stadium12:53 – Sponsors: Fluent Financial & Bob's Steak and Chop House13:49 – Final thoughts and closing remarksCheck us out: patreon.com/sunsetloungedfw Instagram: sunsetloungedfwTiktok: sunsetloungedfwX: SunsetLoungeDFWFB: Sunset Lounge DFW
Emmet Sheehan just had the best start of his career (3:04). ... Cam Schlittler makes it two strong starts in a row (7:08). ... Now is the time to stash Mets prospect Jonah Tong (10:28). ... Ian Seymour looked good in his first career start (12:18). ... Mark Vientos and Colton Cowser are waking up (14:22). ... News (20:00): Vlad Jr. returned to the Blue Jays' lineup. ... Lourdes Gurriel has been on a tear in August (26:41). ... Jose Soriano got back in the win column (36:05). ... What's the latest on Jacob deGrom and Bryce Miller (38:53)? ... We got a bunch of rough pitcher outings on Monday (43:53). ... Let's take a peek into the 2026 draft crystal ball (50:42). ... We wrap up with leftovers, bullpen updates and streamers (1:02:40). Fantasy Baseball Today is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/FantasyBaseballToday Download and Follow Fantasy Baseball Today on Spotify: https://sptfy.com/QiKv Get awesome Fantasy Baseball Today merch here: http://bit.ly/3y8dUqi Follow FBT on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fbtpod?_t=8WyMkPdKOJ1&_r=1 Follow our FBT team on Twitter: @FBTPod, @CPTowers @CBSScottWhite, @Roto_Frank Join our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/fantasybaseballtoday Sign up for the FBT Newsletter at https://www.cbssports.com/newsletters/fantasy-baseball-today/ For more fantasy baseball coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/fantasy/baseball/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ You can listen to Fantasy Baseball Today on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Fantasy Baseball Today podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Fantasy Baseball Today podcast." 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 deGrom vs. the Angels curse continues full 964 Tue, 26 Aug 2025 18:00:00 +0000 ipbunGMtnT18i1tHNx2TIgLaIPl8K5bT mlb,texas rangers,jacob degrom,sports The K&C Masterpiece mlb,texas rangers,jacob degrom,sports The deGrom vs. the Angels curse continues K&C Masterpiece on 105.3 The Fan 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. Sports False https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?feed-link=ht
Let's fire up the DROP-O-METER for Shane Baz and Tanner Bibee (2:55). ... Cristopher Sanchez is making his case for NL Cy Young (9:40). ... David Peterson bounced back and the Yankees blasted nine homers (12:34). ... News (21:27): Jacob deGrom was scratched from his start Wednesday with shoulder fatigue. ... Bryson Stott and Alejandro Kirk are picking things up (31:05). ... Any interest in Jameson Taillon, Emmet Sheehan and Tomoyuki Sugano (41:52)? ... Are Max Scherzer and Jacob Lopez in the Circle of Trust (39:18)? ... These two young bats are emerging (48:33). ... We wrap up with leftovers, bullpen updates and streamers (53:21). Fantasy Baseball Today is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/FantasyBaseballToday Download and Follow Fantasy Baseball Today on Spotify: https://sptfy.com/QiKv Get awesome Fantasy Baseball Today merch here: http://bit.ly/3y8dUqi Follow FBT on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fbtpod?_t=8WyMkPdKOJ1&_r=1 Follow our FBT team on Twitter: @FBTPod, @CPTowers @CBSScottWhite, @Roto_Frank Join our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/fantasybaseballtoday Sign up for the FBT Newsletter at https://www.cbssports.com/newsletters/fantasy-baseball-today/ For more fantasy baseball coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/fantasy/baseball/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ You can listen to Fantasy Baseball Today on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Fantasy Baseball Today podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Fantasy Baseball Today podcast." 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
Ben Maller talks about Yankees skipper Aaron Boone doing an about-face on Aaron Judge returning to the outfield, Dodgers manager Dave Roberts saying he's NOT moving Mookie Betts out of shortstop, the Rangers skipping Jacob deGrom's next start, Too Much or Not Enough, #QueenOfHearts w/ LaReina, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Munaf Manji and Griffin Warner talk MLB betting for Friday. Munaf Manji opens by previewing the weekend MLB slate, noting tightening division races and their current 6-0 best bet streak, aiming to match last year's 10-0 run. Griffin Warner jokes about his long commute before they dive into Friday's matchups. They start with the Cubs hosting the Pirates, Braxton Ashcraft versus Colin Rea, Cubs -196, total 9. Griffin cites Pittsburgh's weak road offense and bullpen reliance, favoring Chicago, possibly the under if the wind is in. Munaf highlights Chicago's strong record after losses, with Rea solid at home, backing Cubs -1.5 at -105. For Phillies at Nationals, Zach Wheeler faces MacKenzie Gore, PHI -175, total 8. Griffin notes Wheeler's home run troubles but likes the over; Munaf recalls Gore's two earlier meetings with Philadelphia and prefers PHI -1.5. In Texas at Toronto, Jacob deGrom meets Chris Bassitt, TOR +101, total 7.5. Griffin declares the Rangers' season “cooked” and picks Toronto, telling an “inside the pork” joke. Munaf cites Bassitt's dominant home record and leans Blue Jays and under. Miami at Boston sees Sandy Alcantara against Lucas Giolito, BOS -163, total 9. Griffin doubts Alcantara's form and leans over; Munaf notes his road over trend and favors BOS team total and full game over. Atlanta at Cleveland has Hurston Waldrep against Joey Cantillo, CLE -120, total 9. Griffin cites ATL injuries and poor road form, liking Cleveland; Munaf notes Atlanta's 23-38 road record and backs CLE. Seattle at New York Mets features Luis Castillo versus Sean Manaea, NYM -111, total 8.5. Griffin distrusts the Mets' bullpen, leaning Seattle; Munaf notes Mariners' road success in Castillo starts but with some caution. Baltimore at Houston matches Brandon Young against Framber Valdez, HOU -243, total 8. Griffin doubts Young's MLB quality; Munaf cites HOU's 8-3 home record with Valdez, backing -1.5. Chicago White Sox at Kansas City pits Aaron Civale against Noah Cameron, KC -180, total 9. Griffin dislikes KC as a home favorite but doubts CWS; Munaf sees value on CWS. Yankees at Cardinals has Luis Gil versus Andre Pallante, NYY -126, total 9. Griffin says STL sold key pieces; Munaf sees Gil in form and likes NYY. Arizona at Colorado, Brandon Pfaadt against Tanner Gordon, ARI -180, total 12. Griffin calls Pfaadt unpredictable, leaning over; Munaf notes Coors Field overs profitable, siding with over and slight COL lean. Angels at A's has Yusei Kikuchi versus Jack Perkins, near-even odds, total 10. Griffin favors whichever is underdog; Munaf leans under due to Kikuchi's poor road record. Tampa Bay at San Francisco pits Joel Boyle against Landen Roupp, SF -122, total 8. Griffin notes SF's poor offense and Boyle's HR issues, liking TB plus money; Munaf favors SF for Roupp's form. For best bets, Griffin takes Guardians -120 over Braves, citing motivation disparity, while Munaf picks Cubs -1.5 against Pirates based on their strong post-loss performance and Rea's reliability. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Munaf Manji and Griffin Warner preview MLB Tuesday betting schedule is packed with sharp betting opportunities and valuable matchups for bettors seeking an edge. This expert MLB betting analysis breaks down key games, highlighting top MLB moneyline picks, underdog plays, and totals worth considering. We begin north of the border with the Blue Jays hosting the Yankees on Canada Day. Despite Kevin Gausman's recent struggles versus New York, the Jays offer home underdog value. Max Fried has been in elite form, but Griffin Warner leans Toronto while Munaf Manji prefers the under. In Philadelphia, Nick Pivetta takes the mound for the Padres against Christopher Sanchez and the Phillies. Pivetta's elite stuff and the Padres' superior bullpen provide value, leading both hosts to side with the under and the Padres. Paul Skenes Day in Pittsburgh raises red flags as he's lost four straight to the Cardinals despite quality outings. Both experts prefer St. Louis plus money and favor the under, citing the Pirates' inconsistency and the Cardinals' strong bullpen. In Miami, Joe Ryan's dominance makes the Twins a solid first five play against the streaking Marlins. Edward Cabrera's walk issues and a volatile Twins bullpen push Munaf to target early betting value and the under. The Tigers and Nationals offer one of the day's best over spots. With Jack Flaherty and Trevor Williams both unreliable and Detroit trending 12-1 to the over in road series openers, both hosts lock in on the over 9.5. In Tampa, the surging Rays send Shane Baz against Jeffrey Springs and the A's. Tampa's hot June offense and Baz's recent dominance make them a clear moneyline and team total over pick. The Brewers are Griffin's top play as Freddy Peralta faces Clay Holmes and the sliding Mets. Milwaukee is red hot, while New York struggles late in games. Munaf highlights Peralta's spotless record vs. the Mets and backs the plus money. In Boston, the Reds look to rebound after a wild series opener. With Richard Fitz struggling, Griffin and Munaf support the Reds moneyline and game over. The Angels and Braves offer another over candidate with Tyler Anderson and Grant Holmes on the mound in a hitter-friendly park. Atlanta's power and Anderson's road overs make this a strong target for runs. In Arlington, Jacob deGrom's excellence anchors a Rangers first five run line play against Baltimore's shaky Brandon Young. With a low park run profile, the full game under also draws interest. The Cubs host a reeling Guardians squad that can't hit lefties, making Matthew Boyd and the under strong leans. Griffin notes Cleveland's ugly error stats and poor bullpen. The Astros visit the Rockies in Coors Field with Houston sending a lefty against a team that's 1-13 at home vs. LHP. Over 11 and Astros run line stand out. In Arizona, the Giants are a live dog with Hayden Birdsong facing the struggling Zac Gallen. With the D-backs' bullpen decimated, Munaf leans Giants team total over and game over. Seattle's pitcher-friendly environment makes Royals-Mariners a tough call, but under 8 has value despite weak starters Lorenzen and Hancock. Finally, the Dodgers host the White Sox in a mismatch. Yoshinobu Yamamoto's recent dip doesn't deter confidence, and Dodgers team total over is the clearest angle. Griffin and Munaf close with best bets: Griffin on the Brewers ML and Reds ML, Munaf on Tigers/Nats Over and Rangers first five run line. Together they offer sharp insights and valuable MLB betting predictions for Tuesday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Public financing is not going to end. Everyone said that Kansas City was the end when they voted down those new stadium proposals. Nope. Here we go again! The Cleveland Browns are about to get $600 million to build a new stadium! And this is a good one! (8:30) The Washington Commanders are still trying to get a new stadium. And now we have lawmakers in DC that want to talk and talk and talk! (12:20) Logan Morrison joins the show! We talk baseball, heckling and more! (39:25) Premiere Lacrosse League signed a new deal with ESPN. This one is an interesting one because ESPN has taken a small stake in the league. (44:33) Jacob deGrom almost pitched a perfect game yesterday. Would the team ever have taken him out? Should they have protected him if it came to it or just let him fire it off? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Michael Wilbon and Tony Kornheiser discuss the NBA draft and Jacob DeGrom. Plus, Jeff Passan joins the show! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Yusei Kikuchi is racking up strikeouts (2:33)! ... Jacob Misiorowski outdueled Paul Skenes (8:03). ... Jacob Lopez looks like a must-add pitcher at the moment (15:49). ... News (24:21): Zach Neto's shoulder MRI came back negative. ... Let's bow our heads and bury Zac Gallen (30:07). ... Max Scherzer was solid in his Blue Jays debut (34:36). ... Jo Adell hit yet another homer (36:07). ... Edward Cabrera continues to pitch well (42:16). ... We have rankings questions on Jacob deGrom, Max Fried, Nick Kurtz and others (45:59). ... We had some pitchers duels in San Diego and Minnesota (58:18). ... We wrap up with leftovers, bullpen updates and streamers (1:01:58). Fantasy Baseball Today is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/FantasyBaseballToday Download and Follow Fantasy Baseball Today on Spotify: https://sptfy.com/QiKv Get awesome Fantasy Baseball Today merch here: http://bit.ly/3y8dUqi Follow FBT on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fbtpod?_t=8WyMkPdKOJ1&_r=1 Follow our FBT team on Twitter: @FBTPod, @CPTowers @CBSScottWhite, @Roto_Frank Join our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/fantasybaseballtoday Sign up for the FBT Newsletter at https://www.cbssports.com/newsletters/fantasy-baseball-today/ For more fantasy baseball coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/fantasy/baseball/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ You can listen to Fantasy Baseball Today on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Fantasy Baseball Today podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Fantasy Baseball Today podcast." 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
Public financing is not going to end. Everyone said that Kansas City was the end when they voted down those new stadium proposals. Nope. Here we go again! The Cleveland Browns are about to get $600 million to build a new stadium! And this is a good one! (8:30) The Washington Commanders are still trying to get a new stadium. And now we have lawmakers in DC that want to talk and talk and talk! (12:20) Logan Morrison joins the show! We talk baseball, heckling and more! (39:25) Premiere Lacrosse League signed a new deal with ESPN. This one is an interesting one because ESPN has taken a small stake in the league. (44:33) Jacob deGrom almost pitched a perfect game yesterday. Would the team ever have taken him out? Should they have protected him if it came to it or just let him fire it off? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Eno and DVR discuss Corbin Carroll to the IL as another injury hampers the D-backs, one benefit of choosing to trade away players ahead of the Trade Deadline, the Reds' decision to DFA Jeimer Candelario, and Kenley Jansen's abrupt exit Monday. Plus, the current league leaders in "Combo Meals", James Wood's first full year in the big leagues, Ben Brown's underperformance relative to ERA estimators, and a few trades we would like to see as a birthday present to Eno, courtesy of the Trade Master 3000.Rundown1:32 Corbin Carroll Headed to IL w/Chip Fracture in Wrist7:57 Benefits of Deciding to Trade Players Away Early14:55 Kenley Jansen's Early Exit, Jeimer Candelario DFA'd17:58 Does Byron Buxton Leads MLB in Combo Meals?24:54 Ben Brown and Falling Short of Indicators40:27 Clay Holmes' Rest-of-Season Value, Fade Concerns?48:04 Trade Master 3000: Jacob deGrom (assuming he would waive his No-Trade clause), Cedric Mullins & Taylor WardFollow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @dvr.bsky.sociale-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisProducer: Brian SmithExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ben Lindbergh and Meg Rowley banter about listener suggestions for terms for tandem home run robberies (and the opposite of home run robberies), whether it's so O'sver in Baltimore, Jacob deGrom succeeding despite slightly less dominant stuff, and the realness of the rivalries in MLB's inaugural “Rivalry Weekend,” then (48:46) answer listener emails about awarding […]
Hunter Brown has been the top starting pitcher in Fantasy this season (3:11)! ... Jacob deGrom went eight innings for the first time since April of 2021 (7:04). ... It was a big day for the Lowes (13:25). ... The Dodgers destroyed the A's (17:30). ... News (26:02): Spencer Strider is returning next week. ... AJ Smith-Shawver looks like a must-add pitcher (36:57). ... Jake Burger, Drake Baldwin and Addison Barger are making noise (42:07). ... It's time for a MID MAY POP QUIZ (46:19). ... Let's preview Week 9 with the schedule, two-start pitchers and sleeper hitters (56:47). ... We wrap up with bullpen updates and weekend streamers (1:07:02). Fantasy Baseball Today is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/FantasyBaseballToday Download and Follow Fantasy Baseball Today on Spotify: https://sptfy.com/QiKv Get awesome Fantasy Baseball Today merch here: http://bit.ly/3y8dUqi Follow FBT on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fbtpod?_t=8WyMkPdKOJ1&_r=1 Follow our FBT team on Twitter: @FBTPod, @CPTowers @CBSScottWhite, @Roto_Frank Join our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/fantasybaseballtoday Sign up for the FBT Newsletter at https://www.cbssports.com/newsletters/fantasy-baseball-today/ For more fantasy baseball coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/fantasy/baseball/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ You can listen to Fantasy Baseball Today on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Fantasy Baseball Today podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Fantasy Baseball Today podcast." 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