Podcast appearances and mentions of Mike Trout

Welcome back to the Baseball Tonight Podcast with Buster Olney! On today's episode, Buster is joined by ESPN Producer and Researcher for “Get Up!” Paul “Hembo” Hembekides to discuss why the Mariners' weak strength of schedule at the and of the season should lead them into the playoffs. We'll also discuss why the Red Sox have a historically great outfield duo in Wilyer Abreu and Ceddanne Rafaela. We'll also hear from ESPN's MLB prospect and farm system expert Kiley McDaniel on why the Brewers came in at number 1 in his latest farm system rankings, and why beauty is in the eyes of the beholder when it comes to teams' player evaluations. All this, plus we play the numbers game with Sarah Langs, and Buster answers your questions in Bleacher Tweets. Timecodes:  0:02 Welcome, Top of the First  2:53 Hembo joins the show! 3:34 Cooper Pratt benched for lack of hustle 7:32 Mariners fighting for a playoff spot 10:33 MLB has a competitive balance problem 15:00 Red Sox are playing great defense 19:01 Sal Stewart is an RBI machine 21:37 Andrew Painter stepping up 24:42 Mike Trout, Ernie Banks & Walker Johnson shared stat 28:42 Sarah Langs plays the numbers game  30:24 who topped Kiley McDaniel's farm system rankings? 32:07 Did the Brewers offer enough for Tarik Skubal? 34:28 Beauty is in the eyes of the beholder when it comes to player value 42:17 The Angels take a big step forward in the rankings 46:05 Why do the Orioles' prospects constantly stall?  50:11 What direction are the Mets heading?  58:05 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome back to the Baseball Tonight Podcast with Buster Olney! On today's episode, Buster is joined by ESPN Producer and Researcher for “Get Up!” Paul “Hembo” Hembekides to discuss why the Mariners' weak strength of schedule at the and of the season should lead them into the playoffs. We'll also discuss why the Red Sox have a historically great outfield duo in Wilyer Abreu and Ceddanne Rafaela. We'll also hear from ESPN's MLB prospect and farm system expert Kiley McDaniel on why the Brewers came in at number 1 in his latest farm system rankings, and why beauty is in the eyes of the beholder when it comes to teams' player evaluations. All this, plus we play the numbers game with Sarah Langs, and Buster answers your questions in Bleacher Tweets. Timecodes:  0:02 Welcome, Top of the First  2:53 Hembo joins the show! 3:34 Cooper Pratt benched for lack of hustle 7:32 Mariners fighting for a playoff spot 10:33 MLB has a competitive balance problem 15:00 Red Sox are playing great defense 19:01 Sal Stewart is an RBI machine 21:37 Andrew Painter stepping up 24:42 Mike Trout, Ernie Banks & Walker Johnson shared stat 28:42 Sarah Langs plays the numbers game  30:24 who topped Kiley McDaniel's farm system rankings? 32:07 Did the Brewers offer enough for Tarik Skubal? 34:28 Beauty is in the eyes of the beholder when it comes to player value 42:17 The Angels take a big step forward in the rankings 46:05 Why do the Orioles' prospects constantly stall?  50:11 What direction are the Mets heading?  58:05 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ike Reese and the crew discuss the deep-rooted animosity New York fans and players still hold for Chase Utley, sparked by Carlos Beltran's recent comments. They also preview the Phillies' upcoming series, analyzing potential bullpen roles for Andrew Painter and the team's hitting approach as the postseason nears. 01:00 - Bengals-Eagles Preseason Talk 03:30 - Buzz Baseball Report 04:30 - Mike Trout's Legacy 06:36 - Andrew Painter's Return 07:18 - Painter's Postseason Role 09:48 - Weekend Broadcast Schedule 11:35 - Chase Utley Dirty Narrative 17:21 - Phillies Playoff Identity 20:01 - Buzzy Baseball Conclusion 20:25 - Twitter Poll: Makai Lemon

Ken and Lima bring in producer John to recap the Guardians' wild comeback win, highlighting Jose Ramirez's three doubles and five RBI, Steven Kwan's 5-for-5 night, and Angel Martinez robbing Mike Trout of a go-ahead homer, then dig into whether Ralphy Velasquez's hot streak in the minors makes him worth calling up despite lockout-related roster risks. They also break down the fan and industry reaction to Akron letting a season-ticket-holding alum call plays in an upcoming game, debating whether the stunt could catch on with bigger programs looking to cash in on similar buzz.

On Sunday, August 16th, it was announced that baseball lost Tommy John at the age of 83. Tim Kurkjian makes a compelling case at 11:40 for his Hall of Fame argument. Join us IN PERSON on August 22nd in Pottstown, PA, as we come together to raise money for our friend Michael Brown. Get info and tickets at souljoels.com/shop/tickets/anightwithtimkurkjian/. And if you can’t make it in person but would still like to donate, you can do that through the same link. Tim is in Canada, Jeff is in the U.S., and we’re spanning borders for this episode of “Is This A Great Game, Or What?” Thank you for joining us as we celebrate what may be the greatest MLB debut in history. Three at-bats. Three home runs. Need we say more? Congratulations to Joshua Baez for making history Saturday night! Pete Alonso batting leadoff?! Corbin Carroll has a lot of home runs AND a lot of triples, putting him in some serious company. And Sal Stewart is one impressive rookie! Mike Trout is important to our Quirkjians this week, unfortunately because of the number of losing seasons he’s been a part of. Alex Bregman and The Mix also make appearances. But it’s what the Detroit Tigers’ pitchers did in a shutout win that had us all scratching our heads. We don’t think you’re finding these kinds of stats anywhere else! On This Date in Baseball History, we remember a legendary moment on the golf course involving George Brett. Yep… GOLF! Dustin Pedroia celebrates a birthday, and so does River Ryan, who inspired this week’s Team Tim: All Bodies of Water. If you have a great Team Tim to suggest, send it our way at GreatGameOrWhat.com. Finally, the Wheel of Kurkjian wraps things up for the week. Don’t forget to subscribe or follow so you don’t miss our interview with Jayson Stark, coming Tuesday! Thanks for listening or watching, and as always, thanks for being a part of our family! Use our code for 10% off your next order of MLB tickets on SeatGeek*: seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TERRITORY10 Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discount See how K12 Powered Schools can help unlock your child’s full potential. Enroll online today at K12.com/foulSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is Jacob deGrom's time with the Texas Rangers officially winding down? After exiting his latest start with triceps fatigue following his previous hip issue, Shan & RJ discuss whether Rangers fans have seen the last of deGrom in Texas. Plus, the guys react to the brutal series against the Angels, Mike Trout dominating Texas yet again, and an embarrassing top-50 MLB player list that puts the Rangers in awful company!

Czabe welcomes back MR. X to the pod, as it's been a while. It was a tough summer for him, as he lost his father. But I get the "Growing Up X" backstory, including how he was on a youth soccer team that ran the table on everybody in Northern Virginia. We talk about baseball, and the looking shutdown after the season. The Skubal trade and if it made sense. What lit a spark under the Red Sox, and are there similarities to the 2003 Marlins. Who knows who is good in college football with all of the NIL mayhem? Mike Trout's "Red Wedding" golf outing at the trade deadline. To Survive or Not to Survive, that is the question. MORE....Our Sponsors:* Check out Ethos and use my code ethos.com/czabe for a great deal: https://www.ethoslife.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Tobin and Leroy react to the Buffalo Bills' new stadium costs and restricted sightlines before shifting focus to the injury of Marlins outfielder Kyle Stowers. They also discuss Mike Trout's career trajectory with the struggling Angels and Leroy's inability to name a single player on the current Brooklyn Nets roster. 01:12 - Dolphins and Monta Ellis 05:10 - Drake's Charitable House Giveaway 08:26 - Bills Stadium and MLB Talk

Rob and Kelvin debate whether Jared Goff is overrated as NFL quarterback, explain why they have a big problem with Mike Trout willingly allowing himself to toil away in obscurity as a member of the Anaheim Angels, and argue whether Deion Sanders is right when he says that he’s shown to be a ‘good coach’ at Colorado.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rob and Kelvin explain why they have a big problem with Mike Trout willingly allowing himself to toil away in obscurity as a member of the Anaheim Angels, and share their biggest takeaways from Jahmyr Gibbs’ record-setting contract extension with the Detroit Lions. Finally, the Odd Couple Crew debates workplace canoodling in this week’s edition of Shop Talk. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In Hour 3, Travis wondered how athletes can get "duped" for money. To answer why they do was our own Su'a Cravens, who called in, and then D'Farr says that Su'a has an "interesting smell." And, why doesn't Mike Trout just ask for a trade from the LA Angels? The crew discussed. Plus, "Shop Talk" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ben & Woods open the 7am hour by talking more about yesterday's MLB trade deadline, and some of the winners and losers around the sport. Then we get to "Don't (And DO) Do This" before the guys go over some of yesterday's results in our MLB Reacharound, and the guys debate what Mike Trout's legacy will look like when his career his all said and done? Listen here!

Tobin and Leroy analyze the Miami Marlins' quiet trade deadline and their upcoming series against the Braves. They also debate whether Mike Trout feels like a "mush" watching Shohei Ohtani's success and struggle to recall movie titles featuring former Spider-Man actors. 01:12 - Marlins Trade Deadline 07:33 - Mike Trout Mush Debate 11:33 - Spider-Man Actor Trivia

Welcome to "Ahead in the Count," presented by BIP Wealth. Our Baseball Division combines their collegiate and professional baseball playing experience with financial acumen to provide expertise in life on and off the field. We aim to give ballplayers and their families a better understanding about their unique lifestyle, the opportunities that come from playing this game, and insight into the complex financial world. This is "Ahead in the Count," hosted by Nolan Alexander, from BIP Wealth. The current collective bargaining agreement between Major League Baseball and the MLB Players Association expires December 1, and the posturing has already spilled into public view. On this timely episode of Ahead in the Count, presented by BIP Wealth, host Nolan Alexander sits down with former college and professional players John Hester and Chase Murray to separate real negotiating positions from opening-offer theater. The conversation starts with the ownership proposal that would reshape amateur baseball: cutting the draft from 20 rounds to 12, eliminating high school players from the draft entirely, and establishing a minimum draft age around 20 to 21 years old. The union's response has been blunt — by its estimate, the changes would strip roughly $1 billion in amateur compensation over five years. Chase points out he never would have been drafted under the proposed structure. John notes the strange internal tension it creates: scouting directors and GMs want their hands on elite talent earlier, not later, and generational players like Mike Trout, Bryce Harper, and Ken Griffey Jr. reached the majors as teenagers. From there, the discussion turns to the biggest sticking point in the CBA: a proposed salary cap, paired with a salary floor. Nine of the 30 clubs currently sit above the proposed cap for 2026, while twelve sit below the proposed floor — narrowing what teams can spend and what they must spend. Players have publicly held the line, and the two sides remain, in Chase's framing, in "two completely different universes." But John makes the contrarian case: if a cap is genuinely what ownership wants, the union has leverage to trade for it in earlier free agency, earlier arbitration, and a structure that could bring back baseball's vanished middle class of contracts. The episode closes on what to actually expect between now and Opening Day. John's read: expect a lockout when the agreement expires December 1, expect the real work to happen after the World Series, and expect it to get ugly before it gets resolved — but with attendance up, broadcast numbers strong, and rule changes like the pitch clock and ABS system landing well with fans, neither side has an incentive to wreck a product that's working. For ball players and their families, the takeaway is a financial one: bonus pools, service time, arbitration timelines, and free agency eligibility are all on the table, and every one of them changes the shape of a career's earnings. What We Cover Why the CBA expiration on December 1 is the date that matters MLB's proposal to cut the draft from 20 rounds to 12 Eliminating high school players from the draft and setting a minimum draft age The MLBPA's estimate: $1 billion in lost amateur compensation over five years Why bonus pool reduction is the quiet headline in the draft proposal What a draft age floor would do to college baseball rosters and the talent logjam at top programs Whether college development has actually caught up to pro development The maturity and leadership case for college baseball — and why scouts still value intangibles The proposed salary cap and salary floor: 9 teams above, 12 below Why players have historically defended baseball as the only major sport without a cap What the union could realistically win in exchange: earlier free agency, earlier arbitration Rebuilding baseball's middle class of contracts Lockout expectations, spring training risk, and whether regular season games get missed Why both sides have real financial incentive to settle   Subscribe, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. To get in touch with a member of today's show, visit bipwealth.com.   CONTACT For more information: jhester@bipwealth.com, kschmidt@bipwealth.com, cmurray@bipwealth.com, jhermida@bipwealth.com Visit: BIPWealth.com  

Full Hour 2 in The Sports Bar. Hour 2 kicks off with terrible time Timmy's terrible take of the day on Baker Mayfield. Plus Gene has a take on ESPN & the WNBA. What's new with Bills kicker Tyler Bass? Did Kyle Shanahan get trolled by WGN? With the MLB trade deadline on Monday, what is Gene hearing about possible deals? And Last Call is always for you!

Full Show Broadcast. Buffalo Bills training camp continues as day 2 is now officially in the books. What are Gene's take-aways and lingering questions? Sal Capaccio from WGR sports radio 550 in Buffalo joins Gene in hour 1. He has a full recap of the first two days of camp. Tim Schneider begins hour 2 with his hot take of the day. Gene sprinkles in shots & sports news & headlines as well. Finally Last Call is for you as Gene closes out the show.

Brock Purdy or Baker Mayfield? An update on Bills kicker Tyler Bass. Kyle Shanahan gets meme-troll-job & the MLB trade deadine is Monday.

Ben Maller discusses if the Reds should consider trading away SS Elly De La Cruz, if Mike Trout is getting traded out of Anaheim or if it's all talk, why MLB players are calling this 50/50 revenue split plan misleading propaganda, Too Much Or Not Enough, #QueenOfHearts w/ LaReina, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What should be the role for Javier? In last night's relief appearance for the 'Stros: 5 IP, 3 H, 0 ER, 7 K, 0 BB. DECISONS to make for Espada & GM Dana Brown, Astros fans!!

La sequía de postemporada en el conjunto de Los Angeles Angels reabre el debate sobre la posible salida de su superestrella.

New York Mets outfielder Juan Soto lands on the 10-day injured list with a left calf strain. Corey Pieper breaks down a massive slate of injuries, high-profile roster moves, the weekly Waiver Wire segment, and the FanDuel Bet of the Day. The transaction and health wire is buzzing as Jose Ramirez, David Hamilton, Nick Kurtz, and Ranger Suarez return from injury, with Max Scherzer set to return Monday. James Triantos and Spencer Jones earn call-ups, while Addison Barger is declared out for the season. Meanwhile, Spencer Arrighetti, Juan Soto, Max Meyer, Cody Bellinger, Spencer Steer, Bobby Witt Jr., and Ronald Acuna Jr. hit the injury list, Dennis Santana and Lance McCullers Jr. are DFAed, Jose Urquidy moves to the White Sox, and Connelly Early and Curtis Mead are traded. Daily results feature a massive list of standouts as Tarik Skubal, Noah Cameron, Jared Jones, Corbin Carroll, Drake Baldwin, Christian Encarnacion-Strand, Roki Sasaki, Ty France, Nick Fortes, Anthony Siegler, Patrick Sandoval, Jacob Lopez, Dustin May, Steven Kwan, Nick Martinez, Dylan Cease, Rafael Devers, Foster Griffin, Andre Pallante, Kyle Tucker, Nathan Eovaldi, Cooper Pratt, Jacob Misiorowski, Bryan Baker, Kevin Gausman, James Wood, CJ Abrams, Esmerlyn Valdez, Manny Machado, Jeremy Pena, Munetaka Murakami, Luis Lara, Dominic Canzone, Mike Trout, and Jose Soriano deliver strong performances, alongside head-to-head duels between Cam Schlittler and Jesus Luzardo, and Drew Rasmussen against Parker Messick. Conversely, Carter Jensen, Michael Busch, Joey Cantillo, Bryce Miller, Sonny Gray, Hunter Greene, Bryan Woo, Jac Caglianone, the Marlins, and Will Warren struggled into the duds section. Our weekly Waiver Wire segment provides targeted free-agent recommendations to fortify your roster categories ahead of the upcoming matchup cycle. First Cup Fantasy Baseball drops every weekday around 9 AM ET on The F6P Hour. Use code F6PPODS for 15% off All Access at fantasysixpack.net – rankings, matchup tools, DFS and betting cheat sheets, and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The NFL season is almost here, and we're stacking the league's elite talent while diving into one of our favorite roster debates. Tass reveals his Top-10 wide receivers entering the season, Josh ranks his Top-10 running backs, and then we put the defending champion Eagles' skill-position group up against 10 of the NFL's best offenses to see who we'd rather build around. Then it's all baseball as trade deadline season heats up. We play Way or No Way on the biggest rumors surrounding Tarik Skubal, Joe Ryan, Mason Miller, Francisco Lindor, Mike Trout, Bo Bichette, and more. Plus, we rank the biggest X-factors in both leagues, debate the five best landing spots for Rafael Devers, match the top trade candidates with their ideal destinations, and finish with 10 blockbuster names every MLB front office should at least consider making available. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nick Wilson and Jonathan Peterlin's discussions focus on Steven Vogt's management style and the internal accountability within the Cleveland Guardians. Analysis follows regarding Gabriel Arias's recent struggles and Chris Gimenez's comparison of the infielder to Mike Trout. 01:00 - Vogt's Management Style 03:43 - Gabriel Arias Performance Critique 09:20 - Gimenez's Mike Trout Comparison

The Rangers lost 2 of 3 to the Braves and should the Angels trade Mike Trout soon full 852 Mon, 20 Jul 2026 14:15:24 +0000 eTzGxW89ZM4Tw8IsNYYeVIlfiW8RtyH2 mlb,texas rangers,sports Shan and RJ mlb,texas rangers,sports The Rangers lost 2 of 3 to the Braves and should the Angels trade Mike Trout soon DFW sports fans, this one's for you. The Shan & RJ show brings the heat with honest takes, sharp insight, and plenty of laughs covering the Cowboys, Mavericks, Rangers, Stars, and everything Texas sports. Hosted by longtime local favorites Shan Shariff and RJ Choppy, along with insider Bobby Belt, the show blends deep knowledge with real fan vibes — plus regular guests like Cowboys owner Jerry Jones, Head Coach Brian Schottenheimer and former players who keep the conversation fresh and real. New episodes drop Monday-Friday, or you can listen to Shan & RJ live on 105.3 The Fan, weekdays from 6–10 a.m. CT. © 2025 Audacy, Inc. Sports https://playe

Last hour of Steve Hartman and Jonas Knox guest hosting PMS. Mike Trout had an amazing time in Philly at the All-Star Game, so you can't help but feel bad for him when he has to go back and play for the Angels. Replay of Rob Parker interview.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The World Cup Final is here! We break down the biggest storylines, key matchups, X-factors, and make our final predictions before the biggest game in soccer. Then we shift to MLB as trade deadline season reaches another level. In a loaded edition of Way or No Way, we debate whether the Tigers should keep Tarik Skubal, if the Royals should actually entertain Bobby Witt Jr. offers, whether Mike Trout could finally be moved, if the Mets should consider trading Francisco Lindor or Bo Bichette, and much more. Plus: Top 5 Biggest AL X-Factors Top 5 Biggest NL X-Factors Top 5 Teams That Should Trade For Rafael Devers Best Landing Spots For The Biggest Trade Candidates 10 Star Players Teams Should Seriously Consider Trading The World Cup's biggest match and baseball's wildest rumors—all in one episode. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tobin is still making whale sounds in the direction of Loan Depot park because he wants Mike Trout to make a stink and join the Marlins while Leroy wants him to think logically! And we wrap things up with our favorite Friday game ‘Dead To Me'!

The show is buzzing with excitement as the Miami Heat officially welcome Giannis Antetokounmpo and Bobby Portis, marking the beginning of a new era for the franchise. Tobin gets called out for hilariously scaring Giannis about South Florida's infamous iguanas before sitting down with both new Heat stars for exclusive interviews. Bobby Portis discusses his excitement about joining Miami, how his family reacted to the trade, and the opportunity to team up with Giannis, while Giannis opens up about leaving Milwaukee, embracing his fresh start with the Heat, playing alongside Bam Adebayo, and adjusting to life in South Florida—lizards and all. The crew also dives into the Florida Panthers' newly released schedule, highlighting key matchups, including a highly anticipated showdown against Bobrovsky and the Maple Leafs, before wrapping up the hour with another attempt to "Tickle Leroy's Fancy," only to discover his attention remains firmly fixed on golf. As always, the conversation takes several entertaining detours, from roasting Brittney's camouflage outfit and realizing they'll all be at the Megan Moroney concert, to an unexpected debate about mystery meats and Leroy's memorable thoughts on chitlins. The guys also react to comments from Pat Riley and Erik Spoelstra following Giannis' introductory press conference, breaking down what the Heat's leadership had to say about the blockbuster addition. The fun continues with Tobin campaigning for the Marlins to somehow land Mike Trout, complete with his signature whale sounds directed toward loanDepot park, while Leroy brings everyone back to reality. The week closes the only way this show knows how—with another spirited edition of the fan-favorite Friday game, "Dead To Me!"

Tom Kelly, Eliot Shorr-Parks, and Ashlyn Sullivan of the 94WIP Morning Show discuss the Phillies' trade deadline strategy and whether the team should prioritize starting pitching or adding a bat. They also debate a potential move for Mike Trout, as Eliot questions Trout's ability to perform in the high-pressure environment of the postseason. 01:04 - Stump The Millennials Tease 03:27 - Phillies Trade Deadline Priorities 07:25 - Mike Trout Trade Debate

In hour 1, Tom Kelly, Eliot Shorr-Parks, and Ashlyn Sullivan of the 94WIP Morning Show analyze the Phillies' struggles following a loss to the Mets and debate which area the team must prioritize at the trade deadline. They weigh the necessity of adding another starting pitcher against the urgent need for a reliable offensive bat while discussing potential targets like Mike Trout and Bo Bichette. The conversation also features a lighthearted look at multi-talented celebrities and a preview of a new trivia segment titled "Stump the Millennials." 01:50 - Morning Show Introduction 03:23 - Phillies Trade Deadline Strategy 15:58 - Stump The Millennials Preview 23:48 - Mike Trout Trade Debate 31:28 - Multi-Talented Celebrity Side Topic 38:26 - Dave Dombrowski Critique 44:50 - Potential Bo Bichette Trade Talk

Tobin and Leroy explore the possibility of the Miami Marlins acquiring Mike Trout to bolster their young roster with veteran talent. They also discuss Leroy's recent medical exams, Mad Dog Russo's critique of Giannis Antetokounmpo potentially joining the Heat, and a story about T.I. assisting Scott Stapp during a crisis. Finally, they play a game of Rats Off A Ship involving Ja'Marr Chase and Lenny Kravitz's workout habits. 02:11 - Mike Trout To Marlins 09:17 - Leroy's Medical Check-Up 14:58 - Giannis And Mad Dog 23:36 - T.I. Saves Scott Stapp 31:23 - Rats Off A Ship 36:08 - Ja'Marr Chase Rankings Debate 41:04 - Lenny Kravitz Leather Pants

Ben Maller talks about Bryce Harper implying that he is the victim of this FanDuel/Cameo drama, Mike Trout passing on a contender and wanting to stay at the Big A, Kyle Kuzma saying NBA players are treated like 'short-term contractors', Maller to the Third Degree, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tobin and Leroy kick things off with a recap of the Home Run Derby last night as St. Louis Cardinal Jordan Walker wins. The chat revaults against the guys as they can not believe that they are having a discussion about Vlad Golden. As more and more information surrounding Tyler and Bam's scuffle comes out; it seems that things might have been blown out of proportion Tobin calls Draymond Green out for not directly responding to UD! Tobin shares a clip of Barry Bonds praising Jordan Walker for his performance in the Homerun Derby! ESPN releases the top 100 players in the NFL and a couple of Dolphins get some love. The gangs talk about the Cyclospora outbreak in the United States; but somehow detour into a conversation about constipated beavers. Then it is time for our favorite Tuesday game “Damage Is Done”! Tobin shares tweets from Jimmy Butler's agent saying that Tyler Herro was the most mature player on the 2020 Finals team…. Yeah right! The Heat continue to show interest in Klay Thompson and the gang discusses when Lebron will make his decision. We then dip into our Mixed Bag and hear from Jordan Walker, AJ Dybantsa, and Jason Williams! Tobin tries to ragebait the gang with some terrible food takes; while Jfig and Brittney defend Publix cookies with their lives! Tonight is the All-Star game and we have some fish representing Philly! The gang makes fun of Tobin with his “Billie Ellish” professional voice during Miami Heat press conferences; and Tobin calls them all bullies. Tobin goes on a rant about wanting Mike Trout to come to Miami and Leroy must of course take a detour!

Tobin tries to ragebait the gang with some terrible food takes; while Jfig and Brittney defend Publix cookies with their lives! Tonight is the All-Star game and we have some fish representing Philly! The gang makes fun of Tobin with his “Billie Ellish” professional voice during Miami Heat press conferences; and Tobin calls them all bullies. Tobin goes on a rant about wanting Mike Trout to come to Miami and Leroy must of course take a detour!

Ike Reese, Spike Eskin, and Jack Fritz celebrate the All-Star festivities at Citizens Bank Park while recapping the energy of the Home Run Derby. They engage in a heated debate over whether Philadelphia fans should boo or cheer for local product Mike Trout during his All-Star appearance. The conversation extends to the Sixers' pursuit of LeBron James and the controversial ranking of Jalen Hurts in a recent NFL quarterback poll.

Ike, Spike, and Fritz reflect on the electric atmosphere at Citizens Bank Park during the Home Run Derby, praising the intense loyalty of Philadelphia fans who booed everyone but their own. The conversation shifts to a heated debate over whether fans should cheer for local hero Mike Trout or boo him for his reluctance to join the Phillies.

Ike Reese, Spike Eskin, and Jack Fritz broadcast from Citizens Bank Park to analyze the new Home Run Derby format and Bryce Harper's showmanship. They engage in a heated debate with callers about whether Mike Trout deserves cheers or boos from Philadelphia fans.

Eliot Shorr-Parks joins Ike, Spike, and Fritz at Citizens Bank Park to contrast the success of the Home Run Derby with the declining NBA Dunk Contest. They discuss Bryce Harper's impact on the All-Star festivities and debate whether Mike Trout remains a relevant superstar.

Caller drops a massive prediction about LeBron James joining the 76ers. Ike and Spike discuss the likelihood of LeBron coming to Philadelphia and compare Mike Trout's career to Joel Embiid's playoff success.

Jack Fritz shares his "Top 5 at 5" signs that he is turning into a full-fledged dad, including his expert tactics for avoiding traffic after a Phillies game. They also review the highlights of the Home Run Derby and debate whether fans should woo Mike Trout. Finally, a caller predicts LeBron James will join the 76ers, leading Spike Eskin into a deep dive on the team's management strategy.

Ike, Spike, and Fritz evaluate the Home Run Derby atmosphere at Citizens Bank Park, highlighting the unique intensity of Philadelphia fans. They engage in a spirited debate over whether the crowd should welcome or heckle Mike Trout during the All-Star Game.

The rare quiet stretch of the sports calendar leaves plenty of room for Yankees fans to dream big. With injuries creating uncertainty around the lineup, callers propose bold moves that could reshape the team for the postseason. The conversation covers a massive Mike Trout gamble, possible deals for Joe Ryan and Luis Arraez, and whether moving Jazz Chisholm would be a major mistake. The crew also spotlights fast rising Yankees relief prospect Ben Grable, debates what makes a player the greatest to wear a jersey number, and shares a few unforgettable caller moments.

Ike Reese, Spike Eskin, and Jack Fritz discuss the Phillies' All-Star representation and the debate surrounding a potential standing ovation for Mike Trout. They also evaluate Aaron Nola's recent starts and the team's bullpen needs as the trade deadline approaches.

Dave Uram joins Ike Reese, Spike Eskin, and Jack Fritz to recap the MLB All-Star media day and Mike Trout's noncommittal response about playing in Philadelphia. They debate the safety of aluminum bats in the Home Run Derby and scrutinize Bryce Harper's choice of SEPTA-themed cleats.

Fast Track! Mason and Ireland discuss the voice memo story around LeBron. More Fast Track! Mike Trout will play in the All-Star game! Game of Games, plus Supercross Talk! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chris Rose and Trevor Plouffe discuss the hottest stories in baseball Monday through Friday!   Thanks to our partners at T-Mobile for sponsoring today's episode.   Shop Back to School at Amazon – and spend less on your kids! https://www.amazon.com/backtoschool   Book your next trip at https://www.bestwestern.com   Find out how baseball hits different with T-Mobile at https://www.T-Mobile.com/MLB   Whether you're just wanting to test an idea out, or you're getting serious about launching your own brand, it's never been easier to get started on https://shopify.com/today.   https://shop.jomboymedia.com/products/all-star-party-philadelphia?_pos=1&_sid=4b05bf2fa&_ss=r&variant=45899062345926   Shop your favorite gear from the Jomboy Media store. Click here to shop today! https://shop.jomboymedia.com/   00:00 INTRO 02:55 Mike Trout will just be an Angel forever? 14:24 Does PCA have any shot over Ohtani for the NL MVP? 23:05 Dylan Cease loses no-hitter in the 9th inning 33:11 Justin Verlander retiring after the season 42:25 Time to believe in the Miami Marlins? 54:28 OUTRO   Follow us on X/Instagram: @ChrisRoseSports   Chris Rose on X/Instagram: @ChrisRose   Trevor Plouffe on X/Instagram @TrevorPlouffe   Follow all of our content on https://jomboymedia.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Los Angeles Angels OF Jo Adell sits down with LA Dodgers star Mookie Betts to discuss becoming the first player ever to rob THREE home runs in a single game, and explains why he's banned from doing ABS challenges. Betts reacts to Shohei Ohtani's early-season struggles at the plate, and Adell discusses what it was like to play with both Ohtani and Mike Trout. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ben Maller debates if President Trump crossed a line by lobbying FIFA to lift the red card suspension against Folarin Balogun, if Belgium has a winnable case to block Balogun from playing, if the LA Angels are really going to keep Mike Trout, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The 2026 MLB All-Star rosters are officially set, and there are several players who should have made the team. In this episode, I break down my biggest All-Star snubs, discuss who deserves to start the All-Star Game on the mound, react to Mike Trout's 12th All-Star selection, and talk about the possibility of Bryce Harper and Kyle Schwarber competing in the Home Run Derby in Philadelphia. Plus, I unveil my latest MLB Power Rankings, discuss the surging Astros and Tigers, and reveal my Team of the Month after another exciting month around Major League Baseball. Timestamps: 0:00 Intro 0:42 All-Star Snubs 9:52 Harper and Schwarber in Derby?! 13:18 MLB Power Rankings 23:20 June Team of the Month 26:58 All-Star Staring Pitchers? 29:28 26 First Time All-Stars 30:41 Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Fantasy Baseball Live – July 5, 2026 @ 3pmSegments 1 and 2 – Review of weekend gamesAdditional Questions/Topics1.    All star rosters – Any surprises - Full All-Star rosters unveiled, including 26 first-timers2.    Hunter Greene – Well, that didn't go well.3.    Ian Seymour looks like the latest pop-up guy with the Rays.  Great outing on Thursday night and now with a 3.32 xERA and over a strikeout an inning.a.    Thoughts?4.    Josh Bell is hot – you know what that means.5.    Murakami – took batting practice yesterday and Mike Trout says he'll be back next week (yeah, right)Segment 3 – Waiver WireSegment 4 – Closer Report