Podcasts about mlb expansion

Big League Dreaming is a podcast with a dad and his three sons, talking about the game they love. On this episode: MLB expansion is suddenly more than a future dream - it could be the next big shakeup for baseball, with new teams on the field as soon as the early 2030s. If you care about realignment, rivalries, and where the next baseball hotbed should be, this conversation breaks down the cities, the timeline, and the dominoes that have to fall first.John Gonzalez, the dad (and the Tigers fan), is joined by his three his sons - Zak (Mariners), Ty (Mets) and Zane (Red Sox) - for a lively family debate on what expansion could actually look like once the A's and Rays situations are settled and the next CBA is in place. The crew reacts to the latest reporting, weighs the frontrunners, and gets into the ripple effects that could reshape the league.You'll discover:Why Salt Lake City is emerging as a serious contenderHow Raleigh, Nashville, Portland, and Montreal fit into the conversationThe three requirements every expansion city needs: ownership, stadium funding, and a stadium siteWhat a 32-team MLB might mean for divisions, scheduling, and playoff seedingWhich historic rivalries MLB would try to preserve, and which teams could end up in surprising new homesThe discussion also gets into unlikely possibilities, including a potential return of the Montreal Expos, and what expansion could mean for minor league baseball, from new farm system alignments to towns that might get a second shot at affiliated ball. Along the way, the family debates whether MLB would move toward four-team regional divisions, how interleague play could change, and why the CBA may be the key that unlocks everything.If you've been wondering whether baseball is headed for a bigger map and a totally different structure, this episode gives you the clearest, most entertaining look at what's coming next. Big League Dreaming comes out with new episodes every Saturday morning.

MLB Expansion is on the horizon full 438 Thu, 10 Sep 2026 16:19:12 +0000 uWhuZ1jgETnfh6R4yinHqe7W9hqkSafS mlb,society & culture Cody & Gold mlb,society & culture MLB Expansion is on the horizon Hosts Cody Tapp & Alex Gold team up for 96.5 The Fan Radio's midday show "Cody & Gold." Two born & raised Kansas Citians, Cody & Gold have been through all the highs and lows as a KC sports fan and they know the passion Kansas City has for their sports teams."Cody & Gold" will be a show focused on smart, sports conversation with the best voices from KC and around the country. It will also feature our listeners with your calls, texts & tweets as we want you to be a part of the show, not just a listener. Cody & Gold, weekdays 10a-2p on 96.5 The Fan.  2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. Society & Culture https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?feed-link=https%3A%2F%2F

You can donate to the Kyra Fund using this link: https://fundraise.gbmresearch.org/campaign/812889/donate Today's word of the day is ‘84' as in Aaron Judge as missed games as in return to the lineup. The Yankees MVP is back after missing 100 days with a rib injury. He took a very non-traditional route to return. Will it work? (8:02) Shohei Ohtani is having a very weird season. He's played in 130 games, but the injuries have piled up. He was pitching and now he's not. He was hitting and now he's struggling. What is the plan? (14:12) The Milwaukee Brewers keep widening the gap in the NL Central. Another comeback win against the Chicago Cubs. How does Pat Murphy keep doing it? (23:40) MLB expansion is coming? We've been talking about this for how long? WE told you this already. This isn't new! (34:00) Review -  Dark. (37:12) NPPOD. (41:10) The NFL is back! What are my top storylines for the season? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

You can donate to the Kyra Fund using this link: https://fundraise.gbmresearch.org/campaign/812889/donate Today's word of the day is ‘84' as in Aaron Judge as missed games as in return to the lineup. The Yankees MVP is back after missing 100 days with a rib injury. He took a very non-traditional route to return. Will it work? (8:02) Shohei Ohtani is having a very weird season. He's played in 130 games, but the injuries have piled up. He was pitching and now he's not. He was hitting and now he's struggling. What is the plan? (14:12) The Milwaukee Brewers keep widening the gap in the NL Central. Another comeback win against the Chicago Cubs. How does Pat Murphy keep doing it? (23:40) MLB expansion is coming? We've been talking about this for how long? WE told you this already. This isn't new! (34:00) Review -  Dark. (37:12) NPPOD. (41:10) The NFL is back! What are my top storylines for the season? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

ESPN's Jeff Passan calls Salt Lake City's MLB expansion bid "by far the most advanced" of any contender — we break down what that means for Utah baseball. Plus, a rat knocked out power for 3,400 Bluffdale customers; more water is being released from Flaming Gorge to help Lake Powell, and Utah ranks #3 happiest state in America.  Provo's mayor defends the proposed Vesper Amphitheater in Provo Canyon as Vivint founder Todd Pedersen and residents push back over traffic, noise, and canyon preservation. New PISA scores show US teen reading levels have plummeted to near their lowest point in 25 years — with device distraction a major factor. Thieves stole Renoir paintings worth millions from a French Riviera museum, so we asked AI how you'd hypothetically steal the Mona Lisa. Plus, a survival guide for displaced workers navigating layoffs. And for 988 Day, we're partnering with the Huntsman Mental Health Foundation for Healthy Mind Matters — we sit down with Racheal Jasperson, Zero Suicide Program Manager, on how the community can help prevent suicide. Your gift to the Huntsman Mental Health Foundation can help reach people earlier and improve access to care — visit hmhf.org today.     KSL Brightside streams live weekdays 12–3 PM, with a YouTube-exclusive live stream from 12–1 PM and radio plus YouTube from 1–3 PM. 

Pete covers Bryce Elder’s injury, the Braves’ playoff push, MLB expansion plans, Falcons quarterback concerns, the latest college football rankings, LSU’s ongoing controversy, FSU’s meltdown, and the Western Michigan clock controversy. Get Pete Davis’ Book:Pete Davis’ Book on Amazon Follow XTRA 106.3:Website | YouTube | Facebook | X/Twitter | Instagram Download the XTRA 106.3 App:iOS | AndroidSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Catch “The Drive with Spence Checketts” from 2 pm to 6 pm weekdays on ESPN 700 & 92.1 FM. Produced by Porter Larsen. The latest on the Utah Jazz, Real Salt Lake, Utes, BYU + more sports storylines.

Full Hour 2 in The Sports Bar. The second hour is jammed packed with top sports stories and headlines. Are you (Buffalo Bills fans) excited for the new alternative uniforms & helmets? Plus which NFL team could be in need of a new stadium & upgrades? (hint: Its not Da Bears). Don't forget about last call.

Full Show Broadcast: We are fortunate enough to have Webster native Joey Whelan (Olympic hopeful) LIVE in-studio with us. Buffalo's own Patrick Kane chooses the Blackhawks over the Sabres. Tim Schneider offers up his take of the day. Gene wants to know how Bills fans feel about the new uniforms. Plus we have shots & last call.

In the third hour of the Chase & Big Joe Show Up, the guys talked about potential landing spots for an expansion baseball team in the MLB. Later in the hour the guys competed in Where are they now. Listen to hear more.  

Today's word of the day is ‘pooper' as in party pooper as in NBA Finals as in MSG as in the mayor as in the police commissioner. What am I talking about? Well the watch party talks have gotten out of control. The fans actions has been out of control. The comments back and forth out of control. Why can we never just focus on the games? (20:00) Let's talk about ESPN and the decisions they are making. Pat McAfee is negotiating a new monster deal with the company. Stephen A. Smith is fighting with the President again. What a fun time. (28:30) Review: Euphoria. (31:33) NPPOD. (37:50) The Milwaukee Brewers signed another pre-arb deal! That's the third one in the last few years and the second one this season! (43:20) Raleigh has entered the sweepstakes. MLB expansion is coming. Cities want teams. Who will get one? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is ‘pooper' as in party pooper as in NBA Finals as in MSG as in the mayor as in the police commissioner. What am I talking about? Well the watch party talks have gotten out of control. The fans actions has been out of control. The comments back and forth out of control. Why can we never just focus on the games? (20:00) Let's talk about ESPN and the decisions they are making. Pat McAfee is negotiating a new monster deal with the company. Stephen A. Smith is fighting with the President again. What a fun time. (28:30) Review: Euphoria. (31:33) NPPOD. (37:50) The Milwaukee Brewers signed another pre-arb deal! That's the third one in the last few years and the second one this season! (43:20) Raleigh has entered the sweepstakes. MLB expansion is coming. Cities want teams. Who will get one? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Germany trip continued - thanks again for sticking with us throughout all the audio, video, lighting problems! Today's word of the day is ‘tactics' as in MLBPA as in MLB as in messaging as in proposals as in arguing as in yelling as in bashing. Bruce Meyer has come out swinging. Bruce Meyer had harsh responses to the proposal that MLB sent last week. Was there a new proposal? No! Same one, but this time he spoke with the media over it. And then MLB had to respond. (26:20) Could President Trump be the key to this negotiation? Maybe! (32:11) What is going on with expansion in baseball? Is it not happening? (38:40) Review: Half Man. (42:44) NPPOD. (45:00) The Royals have a stadium issue. It's about financing. It's always about financing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Germany trip continued - thanks again for sticking with us throughout all the audio, video, lighting problems! Today's word of the day is ‘tactics' as in MLBPA as in MLB as in messaging as in proposals as in arguing as in yelling as in bashing. Bruce Meyer has come out swinging. Bruce Meyer had harsh responses to the proposal that MLB sent last week. Was there a new proposal? No! Same one, but this time he spoke with the media over it. And then MLB had to respond. (26:20) Could President Trump be the key to this negotiation? Maybe! (32:11) What is going on with expansion in baseball? Is it not happening? (38:40) Review: Half Man. (42:44) NPPOD. (45:00) The Royals have a stadium issue. It's about financing. It's always about financing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 2 of Scotty G. & The Coach with Scott Garrard and Tim LaComb. Bob Nightengale, MLB Columnist for USA Today G, B & U: Arkansas AD Hunter Yurachek is not happy about kickoff times against Utah and Georgia  Another transfer loophole: UCLA QB Karson Gordon enters the portal, as a track athlete

Scotty G. & The Coach with Scott Garrard and Tim LaComb on May 29, 2026. Hour 1 Starting Lineup Utah state auditor warns Utah of the private equity deal What You May Have Missed Hour 2 Bob Nightengale, MLB Columnist for USA Today G, B & U: Arkansas AD Hunter Yurachek is not happy about kickoff times against Utah and Georgia  Another transfer loophole: UCLA QB Karson Gordon enters the portal, as a track athlete Hour 3 Tony Jones, covers the NBA for the Athletic Latest on the NBA Draft Sports Gambling getting bigger but athletes keep getting tempted Hour 4 Ben Jacobson, Utah State Men's Basketball head coach Craig Bolerjack, Utah Jazz TV Broadcast Play by Play + MORE

D-Lo and KC talk to Forbes MLB reporter Maury Brown who has been diving deep on MLB expansion.

Welcome back, friends. It's another Coca Thursday. Today we talk Christopher Sanchez, Shohei Ohtani, expansion, college athletics, World Cup (lack of) fever, and then Coca does his best to try and explain the Summer House drama in a way David and the bros can understand. As always, have a beautiful weekend. Do something fun. Feel the rays of the sun. Drink responsibly. Eat a burger. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome back, friends. It's another Coca Thursday. Today we talk Christopher Sanchez, Shohei Ohtani, expansion, college athletics, World Cup (lack of) fever, and then Coca does his best to try and explain the Summer House drama in a way David and the bros can understand. As always, have a beautiful weekend. Do something fun. Feel the rays of the sun. Drink responsibly. Eat a burger. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

D-Lo & KC spend hour one talking about today's press conference regarding MLB expansion in Sacramento and CBS13's Jake Gadon joined the show.

In the first hour of today's show the guys switch seats and Dave is thrown off for the first half hour. While trying to adjust to this new set up the guys speak about the A's and Giants dropping games, the MLB Expansion presentation here in Sacramento today, and finally they discuss the Spurs' chances of going to the NBA Finals.

In the second hour of today's show the guys start off with Threefer madness where they discuss MLB Expansion efforts and the NBA Finals. They speak to Kelly Brothers, hyper focusing on the Sacramento MLB expansion efforts and chances. They end the hour off going around the diamond speaking about the Athletics and Giants dropping games left and right.

In the final hour of today's show, Dave and Jason discuss what they think the odds are of MLB Expansion are in Sacramento and what they are expecting from the proposal taking place today. They get everyone ready for the Western Conference Finals continuing tonight with What's on Deck. They end the show off with Celebrity Birthdays.

We'll hear what Sacramento leaders have planned for their MLB expansion bid. Also, Sacramento author releases new book about deadly year in American history. Finally, NorCal band performs at the Sophia this weekend.

In the second hour of today's show the guys start off with Threefer Madness. They discuss Sacramento's MLB Expansion plans set to be unveiled later this week, the Indy 500, and of course the Knicks moving onto the NBA finals. They end the hour off recapping the Astro's combined no-hitter.

Is Sacramento first in line to get an MLB expansion team? We detail the latest from West Sacramento, including Mayor Guerrero announcing the city's bid and one corporation that has already offered to build a brand new stadium. Plus, we discuss Charlotte, Nashville, and every city that has been listed as potential expansion team destinations. (2:06) West Sacramento mayor announces bid for expansion ... (12:18) Sacramento vs. Salt Lake City ... (15:02) Home attendance in Sacramento ... (22:38) Sacramento pros and cons ... (25:11) California Central Valley is MASSIVE ... (29:12) Las Vegas ballpark update ... (35:17) Scoreboard issues at Sutter Health Park ... (41:15) A's experiment is not an accurate litmus test for Sacramento ... (43:12) Top 12 Most Desirable MLB Expansion Cities ... (52:12) Why Nashville is a shoe-in ... (59:10) What happened to Kyle Lewis? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

D-Lo & KC spend hour one talking playoffs and were joined by CBS13's Jake Gadon.

Hour 1: How Important Is Angel Reese to the WNBA? MLB Expansion and Chiefs Insider Jay Binkley full 2670 Wed, 06 May 2026 14:32:50 +0000 10J0rpH0KmKTvt41kJydckjpLtxc8FXx nfl,mlb,kansas city chiefs,angel reese,wnba,sports Fescoe & Dusty nfl,mlb,kansas city chiefs,angel reese,wnba,sports Hour 1: How Important Is Angel Reese to the WNBA? MLB Expansion and Chiefs Insider Jay Binkley Fescoe in the Morning. One guy is a KU grad.   The other is on the KU football broadcast team,  but their loyalty doesn't stop there as these guys  are huge fans of Kansas City sports and the people  of Kansas City who make it the great city it is.   Start your morning with us at 5:58am!   2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. Sports False

In hour 2 of the show, Kyle reacts to the biggest audio in sports, talks NASCAR with Marty Snider, and looks into the latest Forbes article and how Charlotte could stack up in the potential expansion race the MLB will likely have over the next few years.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hot Mic pays tribute to a true titan of the sidelines and a beloved figure in the NFL community: Dave McGinnis. Known affectionately as "Coach Mac," he wasn't just a defensive mastermind; he was the heartbeat of every locker room he entered. With the draft board heating up, Matt Simms joins the show to dive deep into the film to find the signal-callers the mainstream media might be overlooking. Plus, MLB legend and 2x World Series Champion Johnny Damon discusses the seismic shifts happening across the league with the Automated Ball-Strike System (ABS)—better known as "Robo-Umps." And with the league eyeing new markets, Johnny weighs in on which cities are truly ready for a franchise and how adding more teams might impact the talent pool and the grind of a 162-game season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour one of DJ & PK for February 26, 2026: Jerrod Calhoun postgame and Utah Mammoth game recap Tim LaComb, SEG Media and Utah Jazz Stephen Nesbitt, The Athletic MLB

We welcome back Negro Leagues Baseball Museum President Bob Kendrick for his third BID appearance! -Negro Leagues Influence In WBC -Revival Of Indianapolis Clowns -Success Of Banana Ball / Jesse Cole -Museum Expansion Project -MLB Expansion / NLB Team Names Pitch For The Future - https://www.nlbm.com/donations/pitch-for-the-future/ “A donation of just $5 will help expand the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum for fresh collections, expanded exhibits, new traveling exhibits, and a rotating gallery that will focus on race and sports history. In short, you'll ensure that the legends who helped define the game are honored, not just in memory, but in a space that reflects their impact.” 0:00 - Welcome Back Bob Kendrick 0:55 - WBC / Negro Leagues 12:26 -Revival Of Indianapolis Clowns 31:15 - NLBM Expansion 34:25 - Thank You Mr. Kendrick 40:04 - MLB Expansion, Negro Leagues Names? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen Nestbitt from The Athletic joined DJ to talk about his trip to Utah recently and why it appears the Beehive State has all the makings of a top expansion market for Major League Baseball.

In the second hour of the Chase & Big Joe Show, the guys reacted to the news about North Dakota State making the jump to FBS football. Do you like it? Should MLB expand? Would you go watch the NBA if Nashville got a team? Let us know on the show. 

On this January 23, 2026 segment of The Carton Show on WFAN, Craig Carton and Chris McMonigle discuss the massive snowstorm heading to New York City, including snowfall predictions and travel woes. They dive into the challenges of commuting during snow, school closures, and nostalgic memories of snow days. Later, they talk MLB's potential expansion and divisional realignment, debating how it could affect Yankees-Mets rivalries.

In this MLB Opinions of the Week, Kevin and Austin talk about the idea of an MLB Expansion Draft. Let us know your thoughts in the comments.

The guys spend hour two talking Kings, last night's games and Sacramento looking at MLB Expansion.

Catch “The Drive with Spence Checketts” from 2 pm to 6 pm weekdays on ESPN 700 & 92.1 FM. Produced by Porter Larsen. The latest on the Utah Jazz, Real Salt Lake, Utes, BYU + more sports storylines.

Ben Verlander welcomes back MLB Hall of Famer John Smoltz back to the show. This week the guys talk about recent news of a possible MLB expansion and realignment. Is Smoltz in favor of this? They also talk what the Zack Wheeler blood clot news means not only for the Phillies, but the National League playoff picture. Finally, John Smoltz comments on Players Weekend and what his Players Weekend gear would look like if they had it during his era. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Shawn Coleman and Stephen Tolbert break down a busy news day for the Braves. With Austin Riley now out for the season, his offseason outlook and 2026 expectations are discussed. Plus Cal Quantrill, Reynaldo Lopez, and thoughts on potential MLB Expansion. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chaos on tap this week

A heated conversation about Rob Manfred's idea to expand and realign baseball and the Patriots putting two players that don't have much trade appeal on the trade block in tonight's 6:30 Headlines.

Mike Krukow joins Murph & Markus to share his perspective on Jung Hoo Lee in the leadoff spot and the idea of MLB expansion & realignmentSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's Daily Puck Drop, Jason “Puck” Puckett is joined today Jim Duquette of MLB Network Radio and John Canzano from JohnCanzano.com.  Puck opens the show discussing the Mariners starters struggles on the road and why their split are so extreme. Jim Duquette, MLB Network Radio joins Puck and picks up on the starters splits for the Mariners. They also discuss Rob Manfred's comments on expansion and what a new realignment in baseball could look like and what cities are the favorites for expansion?  Also, what is going on with Ketel Marte in Arizona?Puck quickly touches in on “Seahawks Camping” and shares that are not any real pressing camp battles going on but it is intriguing to see what happens with the third running back situation. College football is here this weekend and John Canzano, JohnCanzano.com is here to preview the upcoming season of the four Northwest schools, plus, John reacts to MLB expansion talk in Portland and could the Trail Blazers sale be in jeopardy? “In Other News…” Puck touches in on QB starters being named with the Colts and Browns, Trey Hendrickson staying in Cincy?  NBA wants regulations on prop bets, Vlad Guerrero significant injury? And, Oklahoma Sooners football selling a fan experience to be with the media. Puck wraps up the show with, “Hey, What the Puck!?” College football is back this weekend, but it's not the same and it never will be. (1:00) Puck opens up talking about the M's starters struggles on the road (11:40)  Jim Duquette, MLB Network Radio (44:47) John Canzano  (1:17:31) “In other News…”(1:23:06) “Hey, What the Puck!?” 

Ricky Horton on MLB expansion full 101 Tue, 19 Aug 2025 19:40:16 +0000 n0vId8UGhgUZ0mXKsDojlgLI09buL3bR comedy,religion & spirituality,society & culture,news,government The Dave Glover Show comedy,religion & spirituality,society & culture,news,government Ricky Horton on MLB expansion The Dave Glover Show has been driving St. Louis home for over 20 years. Unafraid to discuss virtually any topic, you'll hear Dave and crew's unique perspective on current events, news and politics, and anything and everything in between. © 2025 Audacy, Inc. Comedy Religion & Spirituality Society & Culture News Government False https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?feed-link=https%3A%2F%2F

The guys spend hour three talking with Trysta Krick and then move onto the MLB.

The guys began the third hour reacting to the Big Ten's proposal to increase the number of College Football Playoff teams to 24 or 28. Then, they got into the comments from Rob Manfred last night about a potential MLB expansion and division realignment.

Ben Verlander recaps the Little League Classic and the Players Weekend. Ben also talks about the Dodgers & Padres rivalry and the Los Angeles Dodgers sweeping the San Diego Padres to regain the lead of the NL West. Then big news out of Rob Manfred and talks about expansion in MLB. Ben talks about his Top 3 sites for MLB expansion. Finally, Ben updates his MLB Power Rankings & FanDuel Best Bets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Rose and Trevor Plouffe discuss the hottest stories in baseball Monday through Friday! Looking for a refreshing citrusy kick this summer? Grab a Mountain Dew! Find out where at https://www.mountaindew.com/find-dew Upgrade your skincare routine at https://CalderaLab.com/TODAY and use code TODAY at checkout for 15% off your first order. Start paying rent through Bilt and take advantage of your Neighborhood Benefits™ by going to https://joinbilt.com/TODAY. 00:00 INTRO03:53 Dodgers sweep the Padres; now lead NL West by 2.0 games11:02 Phillies' World Series chances gone if Zack Wheeler is out?20:07 Rob Manfred suggests expansion AND realignment is coming36:17 How big a deal are these other stories?43:49 Could Victor Robles get suspneded for the rest of the season?48:15 OUTRO JM Merch Store: https://shop.jomboymedia.com/ 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

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