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Fresh off of covering and broadcasting the Draft and the Futures Game last weekend, Jim Callis, Jonathan Mayo and Jason Ratliff have plenty to discuss on the latest Pipeline Podcast. They break down the first round, from the White Sox taking Roch Cholowsky at No. 1 to the Brewers surprising with Trey Ebel at No. 25, highlighting surprise picks along the way. After that, they detail who hauled in the most talent and identify the best value picks in every round from 1 through 10. Then they welcome in Sam Dykstra, who was part of the Futures Game telecast, and he dishes on the standouts from the prospect showcase, including MVP Nathan Flewelling (Rays) and dominant pitcher Seth Hernandez (Pirates). The podcast wraps up with a listener mailbag question about which draftee will be the first to reach the Majors. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In Hour 3 of New Day with SSJ Steven begins the hour talking about ESPN’s Jeremy Fowlers off ball linebacker ratings, featuring Nick Bolton. SSJ and Jake discuss the idea of the Chiefs possibly signing still free agent Stefon Diggs. Jake elaborates on his stance on the officiating through the World Cup, and previews todays Spain v. France semifinal. Next we are joined by Jonathan Mayo of MLB Pipeline to talk about the Royals Draft, SSJ and Jonathan break down the selections and we hear about some of the key picks made.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 1: It's a beautiful Reggae Friday, and the Giants are gearing up for a big day tomorrow as they prepare to make their number four pick in the MLB draft. The team's manager, Tony Vtello, joined the show to discuss the upcoming draft and share his thoughts on the team's prospects. But before we dive into the draft, the guys started the conversation with a lighthearted discussion about tattoos and baseball players. They reminisced about the time the Giants gave out a bobblehead of Derek Rodriguez, a pitcher who had a tough season in 2018. The guys also talked about other tatted-up players, including Carson Whisenhunt, who's been making a name for himself on the mound. The conversation took a more serious turn as the guys discussed the Giants' chances of avoiding last place in the division. They also touched on the upcoming MLB draft, where the Giants will select fourth overall. The guys were joined by Jonathan Mayo, a draft expert from MLB.com, who shared his insights on the top prospects and the Giants' potential picks. He mentioned Jacob Lombard, a high school shortstop from South Florida, as a top contender for the number four pick. The guys also discussed the Giants' farm system, which has been making waves in the baseball world. They talked about the team's top prospects, including Bryce Eldridge, who's been making a name for himself with his impressive skills. The guys also touched on the importance of mental breaks for the team, especially as they head into the second half of the season. If you want to hear more about the Giants' draft plans, the team's prospects, and the importance of mental breaks, tune in to the full episode to hear the guys' conversation with Tony Vtello and Jonathan Mayo. They'll dive deeper into the world of baseball and share their insights on the team's chances of making a comeback.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As the MLB draft approaches, the San Francisco Giants are gearing up to make a crucial pick with the number four overall selection. This episode of the podcast dives into the latest rumors and predictions surrounding the team's potential choices, including a highly touted high school shortstop and a talented college pitcher. The Giants are facing a tough decision with the number four pick, and this episode's guest, Jonathan Mayo, shares his insights on the top prospects in the draft. From the Giants' interest in Jacob Lombard to the possibility of trading for a different player, Jonathan breaks down the latest news and rumors. He also discusses the team's farm system, which is looking stronger than ever with a slew of talented young players. One of the key topics of discussion is the Giants' need for pitching, and whether they should prioritize drafting a high-level arm like Jackson Flora. Jonathan weighs in on the pros and cons of this decision, considering the team's current pitching prospects and the potential risks and rewards of drafting a college pitcher. He also touches on the Giants' farm system, which is filled with exciting young talent, including Bryce Eldridge, who's making a strong case for himself as a Rookie of the Year contender. If you're a Giants fan or just interested in the world of baseball, this episode is a must-listen. Jonathan Mayo shares his expert analysis and insights on the latest draft news and rumors, giving listeners a unique perspective on the Giants' potential draft choices. Tune in to hear his thoughts on the top prospects, the team's farm system, and what to expect from the Giants in the upcoming draft.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

White Sox Director of Amateur Scouting Mike Shirley opens the podcast by discussing how the organization is approaching the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 MLB Draft, what they're looking for, and what goes into making the decision. Then, Chuck Garfien is joined by MLB.com's Jonathan Mayo to break down the latest buzz surrounding the race between Roch Cholowsky and Grady Emerson, where each could fit with the White Sox, whether Jim Thome's son, Landon Thome, could be a second-round option, and more.

In the final hour of today's show, Mike Mulligan and David Haugh were joined by MLB Pipeline writer, Jonathan Mayo the draft prospects for the Chicago White Sox

In the final hour of today's show, Mike Mulligan and David Haugh were joined by MLB Pipeline writer, Jonathan Mayo the draft prospects for the Chicago White Sox and Chicago Cubs. Later, Mully and Haugh were joined by NFL insider, Frank Seravalli on the news on Connor Bedard's injury

Jackson Flora out of UC Santa Barbra might be the Pirates pick at No. 5 and could be in the majors in a year, but not as fast as Skenes. Eric Booth Jr. is a young high school outfielder, but shouldn't be expected to get here as quick as Konnor Griffin. Catcher Vahan Lackey is an interesting name, but it doesn't sound like he will be there for the Pirates. Jonathan would not trade Seth Hernandez and would only think of it if the Pirates were one player away from going to the World Series.

Hour 3 with Bob Pompeani and Joe Starkey: MLB Pipeline expert Jonathan Mayo - Jackson Flora out of UC Santa Barbra might be the Pirates pick at No. 5 and could be in the majors in a year, but not as fast as Skenes. Eric Booth Jr. is a young high school outfielder, but shouldn't be expected to get here as quick as Konnor Griffin. Catcher Vahan Lackey is an interesting name, but it doesn't sound like he will be there for the Pirates. The Anaheim Ducks MATCHED Leo Carlson's contract offer from Philadelphia.

JONATHAN MAYO (MLB.com/MLB Pipeline) We have asked Jonathan to join us on his busiest week of the year as the MLB Draft is just two days away! Who will be the first player to go in the draft? Who is Mayo's favorite player in the draft? Who might be a good fit for the Mariners at #24? Just how good are Kade Anderson and the rest of the Mariners top prospects? :30- Introducing the Depth Chart! No, we aren't just checking out the Seahawks depth chart, we're creating our own! :45- It's to see what's Sup with you! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's the last Pipeline Podcast before this weekend's Draft, so Jim Callis, Jonathan Mayo and Jason Ratliff dedicate most of their time previewing what could happen in Philadelphia. They hash out the biggest story lines, including whom the White Sox will take with the No. 1 overall pick and the biggest wild cards, before taking a deep dive into the prep pitching class. One of the more intriguing members of that group, Brody Bumila, sits down with Jonathan for an interview. After all the Draft talk, the guys also preview Sunday's Futures Game before answering one of the best listener mailbag questions of the year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to Episode 175 of Tablesetters. This week, we're joined by Jonathan Mayo, senior prospect writer for MLB Pipeline and MLB.com and one of baseball's foremost experts on prospects and the MLB Draft. With the draft approaching, Jonathan helps us break down the race for the No. 1 overall pick, why Grady Emerson recently climbed to the top of MLB Pipeline's rankings over Roch Cholowsky, and which top prospects could surprise everyone on draft day. In this episode, we discuss: • The battle for the No. 1 pick and the top of the draft class • Eli Willits, Kade Anderson, and Seth Hernández one year after the 2025 Draft • Which players from this year's class could become Top 10 prospects by next season • Sleepers and post-hype prospects to watch • MLB's proposed draft changes and the international draft debate • Theo Gillen, Jonah Tong, and the latest Top 100 Prospects update • Building the ultimate prospect by choosing the best speed, hit tool, power, glove, and arm Whether you're a draft fanatic or simply love following baseball's next generation, this episode is packed with insight from one of the most respected voices in the game. Be sure to follow us on Instagram and X @TablesettersPod for exclusive clips, updates, and behind-the-scenes content. Subscribe, share, and join us each week. Tablesetters is where stories shape the season.

Back from the MLB Draft Combine and heading full steam towards the Draft and Futures Game, Jim Callis, Jonathan Mayo and Jason Ratliff come with tons of prospect info on this week's episode of the Pipeline Podcast. Before focusing on the Draft, the guys dig into the new "market corrections" for the Top 100 Prospects list, highlighting big jumpers like the Rays' Theo Gillen and the Dodgers' Mike Sirota. This week's installment of analyzing a Draft demographic looks at the college bats, starting of course with UCLA's Roch Cholowsky, and includes a conversation with one of those hitters, Alabama's Justin Lebron. After feting Golden Spikes Award winner Daniel Jackson, the trio finishes up with a Mailbag question about how many high school players will command big bonuses come Draft time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

MLB Pipeline's Jonathan Mayo talks MLB Draft bonus 849 Tue, 30 Jun 2026 20:15:05 +0000 vwaMtMd8DLmOxnuQ6NvvZWmJreKPNXKh mlb,baltimore orioles,sports Inside Access with Ken Weinman and Tim Barbalace mlb,baltimore orioles,sports MLB Pipeline's Jonathan Mayo talks MLB Draft Ken Weinman and Tim Barbalace bring you the ultimate "Inside Access" to the Baltimore sports scene. As Charm City natives, their passion for local teams is unmatched and their roots run deep in the community. Ken Weinman: Known for his fiery takes and unapologetic analysis, Ken provides the kind of "must-listen" radio that keeps the city talking. Tim Barbalace: Bringing sharp insight and a local's perspective, Tim rounds out the duo to ensure no stone is left unturned in the world of Baltimore sports. From the gridiron to the hardcourt to the diamond, Ken and Tim are as well-connected as it gets, delivering the news and opinions you need to stay ahead of the game. Behind the glass driving the "Inside Access" bus is producer "Beltway Ben" Hall. Tune in to Inside Access with Ken Weinman and Tim Barbalace, weekdays from 2–6 PM. © 2026 Audacy, Inc. Sports https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?feed-link=h

The MLB Draft Combine takes center stage and serves as a backdrop for a discussion of the top prep position players on the latest Pipeline Podcast. Jim Callis, Jonathan Mayo and Jason Ratliff talk about which players stood out most on the first day of Combine workouts, including UCLA first baseman Mulivai Levu and Rocco Maniscalco. That leads to talk of the high school bat class, including whether Grady Emerson is the top prospect in the entire Draft, and an interview with another talented prep shortstop in Jacob Lombard. If that's not enough, Jim and Jonathan do a joint mock draft where they project each club's top selection before fielding a listener mailbag question about Phillies right-hander Gage Wood. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jim Callis, Jonathan Mayo and Jason Ratliff begin a four-part series on each demographic of the 2026 Draft Class. After talking about the College World Series -- with Jim in Omaha for his favorite baseball event -- they kick the series off by analyzing the college pitching in the class. Santa Barbara's Jackson Flora tops the list of prospects in that  pool, and he joins the pod to talk about his outstanding season for the Gauchos, how much he learned from Santa Barbara's pitching factory and what he thinks about the next steps of his career. Then the guys preview Saturday's MLB Network Prospect Showcase between the Columbus Clippers and Scranton-Wilkes Barre RailRiders, a game that features six Top 100 prospects, headlined by Yankees No. 1 George Lombard Jr.. They close things out with a Mailbag question about whether the Giants should consider Flora with their pick at No. 4. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With the College World Series field set, the latest Pipeline Podcast focused on the upcoming action in Omaha. Jim Callis, Jonathan Mayo and Jason Ratliff broke down all eight teams, identifying their best prospects for the 2026 Draft -- and upcoming Drafts as well. They also discussed which players might be under the brightest Draft spotlights at the CWS and some more Draft intel before highlighting the two most recent Top 100 Prospects (Nationals SS Seaver King, Marlins RHP Karson Milbrandt) and another who was just promoted to the Majors (White Sox OF Braden Montgomery). As always, the guys finish with a question from the listener mailbag, this time about what trades they could concoct if first-round picks were in play. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The calendar has flipped to June and Draft fever rages on for the MLB Pipeline crew. This week, Jim Callis, Jonathan Mayo and Jason Ratliff kick their Draft chat off by digging into the newly-published Top 200 rankings, looking at the fairly static top of the list and the biggest risers on it a bit further down. From there, the guys turn the Draft lens on the recently completed NCAA Regionals -- where the top four ranked prospects in action were all sent home, leading to the pod's final Roch Watch -- followed by a preview of the top Draft prospects still competing in this weekend's Super Regionals. There's always time for pro prospect talk, with some discussion of a shortstop just added to the Top 100 in Felnin Celesten Mariners), and one just called up to the big leagues in Edwin Arroyo (Reds), before the pod wraps up with a Mailbag question about which college guys could catapult into first round talk with strong College World Series performances. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Just ahead of expanding (to a Top 200!) and re-ranking the MLB Pipeline Draft prospects list, Jim Callis, Jonathan Mayo and Jason Ratliff do a deep dive into NCAA postseason play through decidedly Draft-colored glasses on this week's Pipeline Podcast. They bring up storylines across all 16 Regionals, set to begin Friday, from top prospect Roch Cholowsky and UCLA to No. 3 Vahn Lackey and his powerful Georgia Tech lineup and on to top pitching prospect Jackson Flora and Santa Barbara on a bigger stage, this episode has you covered. There was still time to talk professional prospects, of course, with the guys breaking down the newest addition to the Top 100, Nationals infielder Devin Fitz-Gerald, and a pair of Top 100 players getting called up to the bigs for the first time in Pedro Ramirez (Cubs) and Gage Jump (A's). As always, the trio wrapped things up with a fun Mailbag question about where Lackey would rank on the last three Draft lists. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

MLB Pipeline has just refreshed its Top 100 Prospects list, and Jim Callis, Sam Dykstra, Jonathan Mayo and Jason Ratliff kick off the latest Pipeline Podcast by hashing out all the changes. Brewers shortstop Jesús Made succeeds Konnor Griffin as the No. 1 prospect, holding off Athletics shortstop Leo De Vries, and the guys also discuss players making huge jumps (such as Padres catcher Ethan Salas) and joining the list for the first time (including Orioles outfielder/first baseman Ike Irish). There's the usual Draft Talk as well, including Golden Spikes finalists who are intriguing prospects and the weekly Roch Watch. The podcast concludes with the usual question from the listener mailbag, this time about Reds infielder Edwin Arroyo. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're fresh off the first "official" mock draft of the spring, and that's exactly where Jim Callis, Jonathan Mayo and Jason Ratliff kicked things off on this week's Pipeline Podcast. They broke down what it looks like at the very top, discussing the probability that Roch Cholowsky, the No. 1 prospect in the class, goes No. 1 to the White Sox, before looking at how fluid the first round is after the first handful of picks. After examining Cholowsky's performance in the weekly Roch Watch segment, they turned their attention to pro prospects, starting with ones who have been promoted to the big leagues recently, like the Mets' AJ Ewing. There have been a slew of top prospects moving up levels in the Minors, and the guys give infielders George Lombard Jr. and Arjun Nimmala their flowers before finishing up with a look at MLB.com's first Rookie of the Year poll and how they voted in each league, capping things off with a Mailbag question about Pirates phenom Seth Hernandez. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the latest Pipeline Podcast, Jim Callis, Jonathan Mayo & Jason Ratliff break down the just-expanded and updated Draft Top 150 Prospects list. They discuss the players separating themselves at the top, starting with UCLA shortstop Roch Cholowsky and Texas prep shortstop Grady Emerson, before highlighting the biggest risers and top newcomers since the December rankings. Jonathan interviews Gio Rojas, the best high school pitching prospect in the Draft, before talk turns to callups (Joe Mack, Bryce Eldridge) and the latest Top 100 Prospect (Ethan Salas). The guys wrap it up with perhaps their longest answer to a listener mailbag question ever as they debate the merits of Yankees outfield prospect Spencer Jones. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With the brand new Draft Top 150 dropping at the end of this week, it's clear the Pipeline Podcast crew has a serious case of Draft fever. Jim Callis, Jonathan Mayo and Jason Ratliff kick off this episode by looking at the four quadrants of the class -- college hitters and pitchers, high school bats and arms -- putting a grade on and talking about some intriguing guys in each sector. After the weekly Roch Watch, Grady Emerson, one of the top overall players in the class, joins the show. The guys still have energy for the Minor League guys, and plenty of time is devoted to prospects who just got called up to the big leagues (like last week's guest, Travis Bazzana) as well as new additions to the Top 100 (Logan Henderson and Kevin Defrank) before answering a Mailbag question about the future of the Brewers infield. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

MLB Pipeline will release an expanded and updated Draft Top 150 Prospects list next week, so the latest Pipeline Podcast previews some of the biggest risers this spring. Jim Callis, Jonathan Mayo and Jason Ratliff chat about Mississippi high school outfielder Eric Booth, UCLA right-hander Logan Reddemann and California prep two-way star Jared Grindlinger, among others, and also update the weekly Roch Watch. Guardians second baseman Travis Bazzana, the No. 1 overall pick in the 2024 Draft, joins the guys and cements his status as one of the best Pipeline Podcast guests ever during a wide-ranging interview. There's also discussion of new Top 100 Prospects additions River Ryan (Dodgers) and Roldy Brito (Rockies), the latest Prospect Team of the Week and a Draft question from the listener mailbag. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're always on the lookout for the next big prospect callup, but never has one been this big! Jim Callis, Jonathan Mayo and Jason Ratliff kick off this week's Pipeline Podcast with a breakdown of the 6-foot-10 Noah Schultz, the lefty who was called up to make his big league debut on Tuesday, with his size and swing-and-miss stuff drawing comparisons to the Big Unit. Schultz serves as a jumping off point to talk about which Top 100 prospects could be next to get the call, from fellow White Sox lefty Hagen Smith to Tigers outfielder Max Clark. From there, the guys shift attention to the Draft, with Jason having seen Roch Cholowsky in person during UCLA's matchup at Rutgers last weekend. The talk of that Friday night game was RHP Logan Reddemann and his 18-strikeout performance, and he was among the college arms moving into first-round consideration discussed on the pod. Talk returned to the Minors, discussing two newcomers to the Top 100 and our first Prospect Team of the Week before answering a question from the Mailbag. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With all of the Minor Leagues underway, Jim Callis, Jonathan Mayo and Jason Ratliff can finally take a minute to talk about the 2026 Draft. For the first time this spring, they go beyond their weekly Roch Watch, detailing how top Draft prospect Roch Cholowsky is faring, with Jim and Jonathan plotting out how they think the top 11 picks should go in the first round. The guys then return to the Minors by examining the affiliates with the most prospect-laded rosters and breaking down the seven new additions to the Top 100 list. They finish things off by discussing rookies off to rough starts before answering a Draft-related question in the Mailbag. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A new episode of Phillies Today, this time with Francisco Rojas. He gives his observations and takeaways from a series win out in Colorado over the Rockies. Also, he discusses a few interesting predictions on Aidan Miller from MLB.com's Jonathan Mayo and Jim Callis. Lastly, a preview of the next series on the road against the San Francisco Giants.

Jonathan Mayo joins to discuss the decision with calling up Griffin now, Griffin's best quality, him being the best position player prospect since Bryce Harper, his homer potential, if the Pirates took the best player in each of the past three drafts.

Rookies are taking MLB by storm and dominating discussion on the latest Pipeline Podcast. Jim Callis, Jonathan Mayo and Jason Ratliff kick off the latest edition by breaking down the hot starts by Kevin McGonigle (Tigers), JJ Wetherholt (Cardinals), Sal Stewart (Reds) and Chase DeLauter (Guardians), among others. After an interview with White Sox shortstop prospect Caleb Bonemer, talk turns to when exactly the next wave of top talents could arrive in the Majors, starting with Konnor Griffin (Pirates). Griffin also comes up under the subject of prospects signing long-term contracts before making their big league debuts, which Cooper Pratt (Brewers) and Colt Emerson (Mariners) did this week. After the weekly Roch Watch, the guys field a mailbag question about which Draft prospects have boosted their stock the most so far this year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Fresh off of their Spring Training travels, capped off by seeing as many Spring Breakout games as possible, Jim Callis, Jonathan Mayo and Jason Ratliff look back and ahead in this week's MLB Pipeline Podcast. They kick things off by reviewing some of the best moments and performances from the third Spring Breakout, including Pirates phenom Seth Hernandez hitting 102.4 mph, Mariners right-hander Ryan Sloan tossing three perfect innings and Padres catcher Ethan Salas serving notice he's ready to jump back on the prospect scene. Then Jim sits down with Angels top prospect Tyler Bremner to talk about his Draft experience and getting ready for his first full season before the guys look ahead to Opening Day and where the Top 100 prospects are starting, including 20 making big league rosters. After a quick RochWatch -- the weekly update on top Draft prospect Roch Cholowsky -- they close things out with a Mailbag question about high school talent in this year's Draft class. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jeff Blair kicks off Friday's show setting up the Blue Jays' spring training clash against the Twins with Kevin Barker live from Dundein, Florida. They look back on yesterday's 11-0 drubbing of the Yankees highlighted by Cody Ponce's scoreless 5.2 innings of work and yet another long ball off the bat of Daulton Varsho. The boys also chat about Kazuma Okamoto's play at third base, Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s streak of not striking out, and the battle for the final roster spots. Next, Jonathan Mayo (31:12) of MLB Pipeline breaks down how the Blue Jays' prospect system has climbed the ranks from 2025 to 2026, highlights the young stars to keep an eye on, and projects a new dynamic duo on the rise. 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.

With 16 Spring Breakout games scheduled for the next four days, there's no doubt what Jim Callis, Sam Dykstra and Jonathan Mayo would talk about on the latest Pipeline Podcast. From sites around the Cactus and Grapefruit Leagues, they discussed the best players and matchups in the various prospect showdowns, including baseball's top prospect Konnor Griffin and the Pirates clashing with Max Clark and the Tigers, and star shortstops Jesus Made and Leo De Vries squaring off when the Brewers face the Athletics. Jonathan interviewed Pirates right-hander Seth Hernandez, the sixth overall pick in the 2025 Draft and another Breakout participant. After all that Breakout talk, the guys also found time for another installment of Roch Watch and a question from the listener mailbag. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Spring is definitely in the air at MLB Pipeline and Jim Callis, Jonathan Mayo and Jason Ratliff are here for all of it for this week's Pipeline Podcast. Spring Breakout is less than two weeks away and the guys are giddy with excitement, talking about some of the prospects they can't wait to see. Both Jim and Jonathan are in Spring Training, and Jim was able to talk to Mariners lefty Kade Anderson, the No. 3 overall pick in last year's Draft. Then talk turned to the recently-released farm system rankings, with a focus on the top three teams -- the Brewers, Dodgers and Pirates -- before shifting to looking at the World Baseball Classic through a prospect lens. The pod closed, as it always does, with a Mailbag question, this time about off-the-radar prospects who could be Top 100 guys a year from now. 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

MLB Pipeline has just released updated Top 30 Prospects lists for every organization, giving Jim Callis, Jonathan Mayo and Jason Ratliff plenty to unpack on the latest Pipeline Podcast. They focus on some of the best and most interesting farm systems, including the Brewers, Dodgers, Mariners and Tigers. They also delve into Spring Breakout, explaining the schedule for this year's roster announcements and next year's expansion to a full-fledged tournament. They finish up with a listener mailbag question about which prospects could make a name for themselves in the upcoming World Baseball Classic. 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

From rankings to Spring Training to the college game, prospects are all over the radar, and Jim Callis, Jonathan Mayo and Jason Ratliff are discussing all of them on this week's Pipeline Podcast. They kick things off with a look at 10 prospects who will be debuting on team Top 30 lists, out early next week, from Pirates RHP Antwone Kelly to Rangers 3B Jack Wheeler. From there, the guys take a look at hitting and pitching standouts over the first two weeks in the college game, including the weekly "Roch Watch" about top Draft prospect Roch Cholowsky. Then talk bounces back to the pro game and some early Spring Training standouts before one last ping pong to a Mailbag question about how Cholowsky stacks up against other college shortstops taken atop other Drafts. 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 hour, Adam Crowley and Dorin Dickerson talk to Ray Fittipaldo from The Pittsburgh Post Gazette and MLB.com's Jonathan Mayo, each on The Fan Hotline. Also, how fast can Crowley run? February 18, 2026, 8:00 Hour

Jonathan Mayo from MLB.com comes on The Fan Hotline to talk about what he's observed from covering Pirates' prospect SS Konnor Griffin with Adam Crowley and Dorin Dickerson.

Jim Callis and Jonathan Mayo celebrate the beginning of the college season and the opening of Spring Training on the latest Pipeline Podcast. They begin by checking in on how top college prospects performed during the first weekend, including UCLA shortstop Roch Cholowsky (the projected No. 1 overall pick), Texas A&M outfielder Caden Sorrell and UC Santa Barbara right-hander Jackson Flora. They also stack up all-prospect teams of the best college and high school players in the 2026 Draft and see how they compare. Then they shift gears and discuss some of the biggest prospect news in Spring Training, such as Yankees righty Carlos Lagrange throwing 103-mph heat past Aaron Judge and Mariners infielder Colt Emerson's efforts to squeeze into the lineup of the defending American League West champions. As always, the guys conclude with a question from the listener mailbag, this time trying to determine which phenom they'll talk about the most on the podcast this year. 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

There may have been frigid temperatures across the country over the last couple of weeks, but baseball is about to start heating up. Jim Callis, Jonathan Mayo and Jason Ratliff are excited to warm their hands by that fire on this week's Pipeline Podcast. They kick things off by previewing the start of the college baseball season this weekend, where a ton of top Draft prospects will get things going. None are ranked higher than UCLA's Roch Cholowsky, the No. 1 prospect in the Draft class, and he joined the pod to talk about the Bruins and the Draft. Then the guys shifted focus to the start of Spring Training by looking at the top prospects in baseball in big league camps and their chances of making their respective Opening Day rosters before finishing the episode off with a Mailbag question about who from last year's Draft class could be this year's Konnor Griffin. 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

Clubs are making a slew of deals including prospects as they get ready for Spring Training, and we analyze them on the latest Pipeline Podcast. Jim Callis, Jonathan Mayo and Jason Ratliff start with the MacKenzie Gore blockbuster that sent five prospects (including 2025 first-round pick Gavin Fien) from the Rangers to the Nationals. They also examine T.J. Rumfield moving from the Yankees to the Rockies, a pair of righties changing Sox as part of a Jordan Hicks salary dump and the three-team Brendan Donovan trade that included a Top 100 Prospect (Jurrangelo Cijntje) plus two other prospects and two Draft picks. Jim & Jonathan also draft teams based on our Top 10 By Position lists and answer a listener mailbag question about under-slot overachievers. 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

MLB Pipeline just published its new Top 100 prospects list, so that's what Jim Callis, Jonathan Mayo and Jason Ratliff focused on for this week's episode of the MLB Pipeline Podcast. They broke down the top of the list, starting with No. 1 prospect Konnor Griffin, who also joined the show, then looked at biggest risers from last year and prospects who could make big jumps in 2026. They finished with a pair of Mailbag questions about New York prospects, Spencer Jones (Yankees) and A.J. Ewing (Mets). 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

There are plenty of rankings to discuss on the Pipeline Podcast as MLB Pipeline prepares to release its annual Top 100 Prospects list Friday at 8 p.m. ET on MLB Network and MLB.com. Jim Callis, Jonathan Mayo and Jason Ratliff start by breaking down the top 10 position lists for catcher, first base, second base and third base, identifying intriguing players and sleepers to watch for each spot. Then they're joined by international prospects maven Jesse Borek to discuss all the recent major signings on that market, highlighted by the Giants landing Venezuelan shortstop Luis Hernandez. The guys wrap things up with a listener mailbag question about another Giants international shortstop, Josuar Gonzalez. 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

100 years ago from this podcast's release, the BBC broadcast the first known radio scare - 12 years before Orson Welles's famous War of the Worlds, and possibly inspiring it. It was hoax - although arguably it's only a hoax if the hoaxer intends to fool the hoaxee... and Father Ronald Knox seemingly thought he was just providing some entertainment in his radio pastiche: Broadcasting the Barricades. But when it's a spoof news report about the House of Commons being destroyed with trench mortars, the felling of Big Ben, the destruction of the Savoy Hotel and reports of a mob hanging or roasting alive various people... well no wonder some listeners fled their homes. Others phoned the Savoy Hotel, the BBC, the newspapers, the Admiralty. It was chaos. But was it as chaotic as the newspapers implied? Joining us to dig into this bizarre and wonderful tale is Dr A Brad Schwartz, author of Broadcast Hysteria: Orson Welles's War of the Worlds and the Art of Fake News - a highly recommended read (and fear not, Brad will return to the podcast for a special on 1938's War of the Worlds another time). And of course, as we love a centenary re-enactment, we'll bring back to life this unrecorded broadcast, thanks to the script and a couple of sound effects (for the full works, in video form, join us Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/posts/vid-first-radio-147890189) Cheers to Father Ronald Knox, who panicked Britain 100 years ago today! Listen to hear how...   SHOWNOTES: Thanks to Jonathan Mayo, Andrew Barker, Andy Walmsley and Paul Slade for titbits, trivia and newspaper cuttings about Broadcasting the Barricades. Paul's latest blog post about Broadcasting the Barricades and the birth of fake(d) news is on Substack: www.paulkerensa.substack.com - do subscribe there. Dr A Brad Schwartz's book Broadcast Hysteria is a must-read. The audiobook's great too. Andy Walmsley's blog on Broadcasting the Barricades is at https://andywalmsley.blogspot.com/2023/12/broadcasting-barricades.html Paul Slade's website about Broadcasting the Barricades is at https://www.planetslade.com/ronald-knox1.html My Radio 4 drama about the first radio drama The Truth About Phyllis Twigg is very much still on BBC Sounds: https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m002ntmx - thanks if you listened! Original podcast music is by Will Farmer.  Our survey of what you like/don't about this podcast is here: http://tiny.cc/bbcenturysurvey Paul has 2 different upcoming live shows about the early BBC: An Evening of (Very) Old Radio visits Norfolk and Suffolk, while new show Four Monarchs and a Mic: The BBC's Royal Engineer is at Leicester Comedy Festival on Sat 7 Feb. If it goes well, I may do it elsewhere. Let's see. www.paulkerensa.com/tour This podcast is not made by today's BBC. It's just about the old BBC. Support us on Patreon (£5/mth - thanks if you do!), for bonus videos, writings, readings etc - including the full video re-enactment of Broadcasting the Barricades. In evening dress! Please share/rate/review this podcast - it all really helps. Next time, Episode 113: The First BBC Armistice Broadcast of 1923 More on this broadcasting history project at paulkerensa.com/oldradio  

Prospect-ranking season has begun at MLB Pipeline, and Jim Callis, Jonathan Mayo and Jason Ratliff are all over it on this week's episode of the MLB Pipeline Podcast. Things have kicked off with the top 10 right-handed and left-handed pitchers lists, with Jim and Jonathan talking about which arms intrigue them most (RHP: Jonah Tong and Seth Hernandez; LHP: Liam Doyle and Cam Caminiti) as well as who might be next up to jump onto those lists in the future. The guys then jumped into the time machine to talk about Dansby Swanson and Alex Bregman as prospects now that they are about to pull off the rare feat of the top two players in a Draft playing for the same team. From there, they dug into the last two parts of the Executives Survey looking at top tools and farm systems, broke down the Edward Cabrera for Owen Caissie (and other prospects) trade and finished off with a question from the Mailbag. 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

Jim Callis, Jonathan Mayo & Jason Ratliff ring in the new year and the latest Pipeline Podcast with a slew of predictions for 2026. They try to guess who will be the Rookies of the Year, the best prospects in the Minors and the No. 1 overall Draft pick, among other topics. Jonathan has conducted his fourth annual executive poll and shares the results of several prospect-related queries, with Pirates shortstop Konnor Griffin getting mentioned in a wide variety of categories. Jim and Jonathan also discuss their first-ever Hall of Fame ballots and answer a listener mailbag question about Pipeline-related resolutions. 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

On the final day of the Winter Meetings, Chuck Garfien closes things out with a loaded lineup of conversations. He starts with White Sox GM Chris Getz, diving into the outfielder market and how the Sox are approaching it. Chuck then chats with MLB.com draft expert Jonathan Mayo for an early read on the 2026 draft class. MassLive.com's Sean McAdam stops by to give the latest on the Red Sox's interest in White Sox catcher Kyle Teel. And wrapping things up, Chuck checks in with agent Scott Boras to get his perspective on Luis Robert Jr.'s 2026 outlook.

The Winter Meetings in Orlando are a hub of baseball activity, and Jim Callis, Jonathan Mayo and Jason Ratliff break it all down on the latest edition of the Pipeline Podcast. They begin by discussing the ramifications of the Draft Lottery and Jonathan talks to White Sox scouting director Mike Shirley about his team claiming the No. 1 overall pick. Then they shift their focus to another draft -- the Rule 5 Draft -- and analyze the 13 prospects taken, starting with No. 1 choice R.J. Petit (Tigers to Rockies). After celebrating the annual Scout of the Year winners, they circle back to the Rule 5 Draft with a listener mailbag question. 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

With the impending release of MLB Pipeline's Draft Top 100 just before the Winter Meetings set to start this weekend, Jim Callis, Jonathan Mayo and Jason Ratliff have plenty to unpack on the latest Pipeline Podcast. They begin by previewing the Meetings, taking a look at the Draft Lottery and the Rule 5 Draft before discussing which teams have the prospects and motivation to make significant trades. Next, the guys give a sneak peek at the Draft Top 100 by talking about two of the crop's deepest demographics, shortstops (led by clear No.  1 overall prospect Roch Cholowsky of UCLA) and high school left-handers. They wrap things up with one of the more thought-provoking listener-mailbag questions ever, debating the merits of Paul Skenes vs Roki Sasaki . . . in March 2023. 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

There's so much to be grateful for in the prospect world and in this Thanksgiving week episode of the MLB Pipeline Podcast, Jim Callis and Jonathan Mayo dig into those things like it's a pumpkin pie. The duo list things they're grateful for in Pipeline-land, from the Arizona Fall League to the College World Series to the tireless efforts of (in no particular order): scouts, player development staff, the MLB Pipeline department and their spouses. In addition to discussing gratitude, Jim and Jonathan break down the prospect impact of the Brandon Nimmo-for-Marcus Semien swap and unpack the breaking news of Sonny Gray being dealt to the Red Sox. They also took one last look at the AFL via Jim's Top 30 Prospects list, discussed 40-man roster decisions and the new All-Star Week schedule that flips the Draft and the Futures Game before taking two Mailbag questions about intriguing pitching prospects. 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