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After roughly half-a-dozen episodes of unfortunate absence, we're pleased to welcome Dustin back to the fold, and just in the nick of time at that. A trio of interesting stories have bubbled to the surface over the past week worth examining, and they require further inquiry from the whole cast. For starters, Sony's financials show a stagnant (albeit perfectly healthy) PlayStation brand, as PS5 marches ever-slower towards 100 million units sold. And then there's Electronic Arts, the pioneering American publisher that sold-out to a wealthy foreign interest, with untold ramifications on the other side of the biggest-ever leveraged buyout in human history. Finally, we come to Netflix and Rockstar, who have teamed-up for what can only be described as a unique approach towards showcasing Grand Theft Auto VI, one (perhaps not surprisingly) some people aren't thrilled about. Among other news (and other nonsense), we also get into your listener submissions, as we do each week. How will MLB: The Show 27 be affected next year by what appears to be an inevitable work stoppage in professional baseball? Is there any workable idea for a framework surrounding the second-hand buying, selling, and trading of digital games? Could Sony blunt PlayStation 6's inevitably-high cost by taking a page from Xbox's book and offering hardware on long-term payment plans? Has Colin been saying "beaucoup bucks" wrong, or does one listener simply not know his French? This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Sign up and get 10% off at https://www.betterhelp.com/symbols Sign up for your $1 per month trial at https://www.shopify.com/sacred Get 365-day returns and free shipping at https://www.quince.com/sacred Timestamps: Please keep in mind that our timestamps are approximate, and will often be slightly off due to dynamic ad placement.0:00 - Intro21:28 - Beaucoup bucks23:15 - Has Colin gone woke?30:57 - Betting on Dustin's return35:44 - Last games during Dustin's leave51:19 - Balancing work, life, and kids58:32 - GTA VI premieres on Netflix1:16:24 - Sony Q1 26 financials1:56:48 - EA's sale to the Saudis is done2:11:37 - Shift Up's AI music video2:21:50 - Dave Bautista as Kratos?2:26:59 - New PlayStation LEGO2:27:31 - Black Ops on PS5 sales2:28:34 - What We're Playing (Halo, GTA SA, Big Walk, Splatoon Raiders)2:55:43 - AI Moderation3:13:54 - MLB Lockout3:17:47 - Optimizing games too much3:24:30 - Buying and selling digital games3:34:09 - Lack of real games media3:41:07 - Buying PS6 via contract Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, please visit our Patreon. Ben Lindbergh and Meg Rowley banter about the long-in-the-making major league debut of gravity-defying, strikeout-celebrating reliever Jefry Yan, Steven Kwan’s resurgence, a lineup with lots of Juniors, a scooter celebration, a double FARTBAT, Luis Arraez abandoning home plate, MLB players’ low-stakes conspiracies, a head-to-head MVP battle, the Mets’ Francisco Lindor–Juan Soto drama, the A’s firing David Forst, a pitcher plate appearance, and more. Then (1:02:46) Ben brings on YouTubers Noah Campbell (aka SOFTDRINKTV) and Taylor McNelis (aka WildLion Games) to discuss the decline in the quantity and quality of sports video games, how well baseball lends itself to gaming, the golden age of baseball video games, and whether a few new challengers might endanger MLB The Show’s dominance. Audio intro: Benny and a Million Shetland Ponies, “Effectively Wild Theme (Pedantic)” Audio interstitial: The Gagnés, “Effectively Wild Theme” Audio outro: Philip Bergman, “Effectively Wild Theme” Link to Reddit post on Yan Link to first Yan episode Link to second Yan episode Link to Yan debut story Link to Yan debut video Link to Yan leap on single Link to Guardians’ Yan mockery Link to MLBTR on Brebbia Link to Brebbia’s second EW appearance Link to previous Kwan chat Link to Kwan leaderboard Link to Kwan pillow quote Link to sports nepo babies article Link to article on baseball nepo babies Link to Ryan HoF page Link to Giants scooter celly Link to Arraez abandonment Link to @ScoringChanges explanation Link to Marlins misplay Link to EW Episode 500 Link to PCA comments Link to Saucedo comments Link to Ottavino comments Link to PCA vs. Ohtani game Link to Peralta/Lindor/Soto report Link to 2025 Yankees bullpen blowup Link to Lindor/McNeil article Link to MLBTR on Forst Link to Mikolas PA article Link to Nusbaum tweet Link to Button Mash Link to The Ringer-Verse Link to SOFTDRINKTV on YouTube Link to WildLion Games on YouTube Link to Paine on sports games 1 Link to Paine on sports games 2 Link to Jabroni Baseball video Link to EA buyout Link to EA layoffs report Link to EA layoffs report Link to College Football microtransactions Link to Ben on MVP Baseball 2005 Link to Noah on MVP Baseball 2005 Link to Super Mega Baseball 4 article Link to Metalhead on EW 1 Link to Metalhead on EW 2 Link to Taylor on SMB4 roster updates Link to Taylor’s SMB4 review Link to Zach Kram on Backyard Baseball Link to Backyard Baseball comeback article Link to Backyard Baseball wiki Link to Taylor’s Backyard Baseball review Link to Noah on MLB Power Pros Link to Indoor Baseball Link to Noah on Indoor Baseball Link to Noah on MVP 06: NCAA Baseball Link to Noah’s MLB The Show 26 review Link to Taylor’s MLB The Show 26 review Link to Power Pros wiki Link to Professional Baseball Spirits wiki Link to article about eBaseball Pro Spirit 2026 Link to Noah on eBaseball: PRO SPIRIT Link to eBaseball: PRO SPIRIT 2026 on PS5 Link to Noah on eBaseball: PRO SPIRIT 2026 news Link to Noah’s eBaseball: PRO SPIRIT 2026 review Link to Taylor’s eBaseball: PRO SPIRIT 2026 review Sponsor Us on Patreon Give a Gift Subscription Email Us: podcast@fangraphs.com Effectively Wild Subreddit Effectively Wild Wiki Apple Podcasts Feed Spotify Feed YouTube Playlist Facebook Group Bluesky Account Twitter Account Get Our Merch! var SERVER_DATA = Object.assign(SERVER_DATA || {}); Source

In this episode, Gomer stops by to talk MLB The Show and how he got into content creation. Subscribe on YouTube at youtube.com/@kdjtv611.

In this episode, we go through the positives and negatives from the last week of MLB The Show 26. Subscribe on YouTube at youtube.com/@kdjtv611.

In this episode, we talk about a few things that are actually working in MLB The Show 26. Subscribe on YouTube at youtube.com/@kdjtv611.

In this episode,  ⁨@bashworld⁩  shares his powerful journey from music artist to successful content creator, breaking down how his work ultimately led to his music being featured in NBA 2K24 and opened the door for collaborations with WWE 2K. He walks through the key moments that shaped his path, from creating content independently to building opportunities within the gaming and entertainment industry.Throughout the conversation, Bashworld reflects on the sacrifices required to grow in a highly competitive space, as well as the importance of authenticity, consistency, and the right mindset when pursuing success in gaming, streaming, and digital media.

Ken and Lima debate whether Jazz Chisholm has earned full Cleveland villain status after he hit a go-ahead home run in the eighth inning and then told reporters postgame that the overrated chants from the crowd actually fueled him. Ken doubles down that Chisholm is absolutely overrated, pointing out his 0.6 WAR would put him fifth on the Guardians roster, yet somehow the guy was on the cover of MLB The Show as a Miami Marlin. Bottom line: he plays for the Yankees, he talked his mess after beating Cleveland, and Ken is ready to officially hand him the villain card.

The Morning Xtra with Tug and Los delivers conservative talk on the biggest political, cultural, and news stories of the day. Smart analysis, unapologetic opinions, and real conversations every weekday morning. Every weekday from 6a to 10a! First thing to know: They can no longer call Trump a Nazi It’s not smart to play games with Scott Bessent John Bolton is heading to prison Atlanta's ONLY All Conservative News & Talk Station.: https://www.xtra1063.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we talk about the lazy content drops in MLB The Show 26. Subscribe on YouTube at youtube.com/@kdjtv611.

In this episode, we go through everything you need to know about MLB The Show Mobile. Subscribe on YouTube at youtube.com/@kdjtv611.

In our two hundred and seventy-seventh episode, Aaron is joined by Benji. We talk about Birds on Birds and Baseball Card GM. Then in our Digital Diversion segment we talk about Hades 2 and MLB The Show '26. This episode is sponsored by Board Game Bliss and listeners like you on our Patreon Birds on Birds – 2:11 Baseball Card GM – 8:30 Board Game Bliss Sponsorship – 18:31 Hades 2 – 21:21 MLB The Show '26 – 30:07

Daniel J. Perafan, Meno Fernandez, and James Pontillo join Geo Perez and Derek Drescher on "On The Gate" for a deep dive into historical trade routes, the roast comedy scene, and the raw psychology of the legal system.In This Episode:Global History & Economics: Daniel J. Perafan breaks down the history of colonization in Colombia, the expansion of historical empires, and the brutal economic realities of underground markets.The NYC Roast Scene: The crew is joined by James Pontillo to discuss the behind-the-scenes stress of writing for a comedy roast and navigating local independent venues.New York Politics & Legends: A look back at NYC mayors over the decades and the cultural impact of Curtis Sliwa's Street Smart series.True Crime Breakdown: The guys analyze the latest updates and trial footage from the Julio Foolio case, discuss the reality of high-stakes court charges, and share what it honestly feels like to sit in a courtroom awaiting a sentencing verdict.Gaming Culture: Geo admits his current obsession with MLB The Show.ON THE GATE! ENJOY!Original air date: 5/18/26Join the live chat Wednesday nights at 11pm EST. Uncensored versions of the show streamed Monday and Thursday at 2pm EST on GaSDigital.com. Signup with code OTG for the archive of the show and others like Legion of Skanks, In Godfrey We Trust, and Story Warz. FOLLOWGeo PerezInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/geoperez86/Derek DrescherInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/derekdrescher/00:20 - Intro Beats & Audio Check01:00 - Geo's MLB The Show Obsession02:50 - The History of Global Colonization & Trade09:20 - The Logistics and Economics of Underground Markets12:20 - Why Geo Doesn't Trust the Stock Market15:10 - Industry Writers & Behind-the-Scenes Comedy Secrets16:40 - Navigating Envy in the Modern Comedy Landscape22:05 - The Mental Hustle: Performing After a Tragedy23:50 - The Art of Writing for a Roast27:45 - Navigating Local Indie Comedy Rooms30:30 - Curtis Sliwa's Street Smart Series & NYC History31:15 - Rating New York Mayors Over the Years34:30 - Pop Culture: The Chappelle's Show Legacy in Real Life39:45 - Analyzing the New Julio Foolio Trial Footage43:15 - The Reality of High-Stakes Legal Sentences & Charges47:20 - True Crime: Historic Jailbreaks & Security Flaws50:30 - The Psychology of Hearing a Courtroom Sentence52:00 - DMV Realities & State Bureaucracy57:00 - Upcoming Dates & Guest PlugsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, we imagine what a salary cap mode in MLB The Show could look like. Subscribe on YouTube at youtube.com/@kdjtv611.

In this episode, jMils joins to talk all the problems with shrinkage in MLB The Show 26. Subscribe on YouTube at youtube.com/@kdjtv611.

This weeks crew: Webby, Graham, Nick, Darren Loads discussed this week including Xbox making some good decisions. Gamepass is now cheaper, the logo has changed, some rumours of them going back to exclusives and wanting to go back to the community feel of old. Could Xbox make a glorious comeback? Playstation has upset fans with rumours of having to check in online ever 30 days to be able to play your games, AC Black Flag remaster announced, Alien Isolation sequel announced, FFXIV expansion announced for January and it's coming to Switch 2. Games we have played this week include: Crimson Desert, Mouse PI for Hire, F1 Manager 24, Pragmata, Battlefield 6, Vampire Crawlers, MLB The Show 26, Replaced, Kiln, GT7, Granblue Fantasy, Dragon Ball Attack of Saiyans, Pokemon Brilliant Diamond, Resident Evil 5, and more. https://www.patreon.com/360gamercast https://discord.gg/CqDMSg9 https://www.facebook.com/groups/360gamercast/ https://twitter.com/Webby360G https://twitter.com/360GamerCast https://360gamercast.com/

In this episode, we go over something of a bombshell in the MLB The Show community. Subscribe on YouTube at youtube.com/@kdjtv611.

Where does one find bullion? Doug Armstrong will be stopping by the studio at 9:00. A foundation of being uncomfortable. Jeff Suppan follows The Chairman on IG now. One guy's farming in Tennessee, one guy's building a garden. There's not enough people in Huntleigh for there to be a high volume of hotwives. Ron Gant doing local news in Atlanta. Going to Maine is not a flex. Wet Blanket Vaughn. O'Brien's been nails. How's that feel, Martin? Twitter reply guy.Friend of the show, Michael McGreevy might be calling in when he gets to the ballpark. Speedy Quis was butt naked open. What's going on in Martin's phone? Watching movies at a bar. Mizzou and Marquette finalizing an agreement to play in November at The United Center in Chicago. Turks is overrun with the upper middle class. Jackson's carbon footprint. 12 straight losses for the Mets.Cheers to the guy buying Doug a video game at Game Stop. Still some goodness in this world. Joining us from Miami is friend of the show, Michael McGreevy. Just got to the ballpark and decided to check in with us. Gotta be careful stepping out these days. When's the wedding? His brother's baseball skills. What he's seen from the team on this road trip. Some travel issues going from Houston to Miami. No time for sightseeing. Ball striking SZN and gonna try and get 36 in. Driver off the deck. The McGreevy & Papers Show.The Cardinals lineup for the getaway game is out and it's....something. Offering this game up to the Gods. Fernando Mendoza throwing out the first pitch last night. Chairman is zagging and taking the over. Don't trust that Junk. The Twitter reply guys really at their Wheaties today.Doug Armstrong going to join us next. Today's getaway game might be a struggle.Joined by Blues President of Hockey Operations, Doug Armstrong. The slow start to the season. How this team responded in games that meant something. How will the Alexander Steen dynamic look? 12 picks in the upcoming draft. Robert Thomas, his future with the Blues, and the captaincy. Jordan Kyrou's future. How many pieces away are the Blues from being a legit contender? The seasons that felt like missed opportunities.Jackson wants to go to Coachella. Breaking down the Doug Armstrong conversation. Martin's getting emotional. Still a franchise in transition. The 2014 season. Doug forgot to ask about if Armstrong would want the O'Reilly/Tage Thompson trade back. Doug's still not over the Steve Carlton trade.Was 1994 the most culturally significant year of the 90's? A robust comb session. Design Aire Heating & Cooling EMOTD.Keep textin' bro. Surprise, surprise, Soup is back. Soup can't stop singing NCOTR. Cards record is undeniable since he started calling in. Dave Duncan's pitch to contact and let your defense work method. The Edmonds catch in 04 and the Endy Chavez catch in 06. The cement mixer slider. Learning stuff from YouTube. Soup on MLB The Show with a 99 overall rating. Media in St. Louis compared to other places he played. Not a fan of the Businessman's Special.What a show today with Michael McGreevy, Doug Armstrong, and Jeff Suppan. Doug and Chairman both like the over today. Good day to zag?A little housekeeping.Mad Dog's not happy with the NBA Playoff schedule. And the winner of the Design Aire Heating & Cooling EMOTD is...See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00-13:51) Jackson wants to go to Coachella. Breaking down the Doug Armstrong conversation. Martin's getting emotional. Still a franchise in transition. The 2014 season. Doug forgot to ask about if Armstrong would want the O'Reilly/Tage Thompson trade back. Doug's still not over the Steve Carlton trade.(14:00-27:06) Was 1994 the most culturally significant year of the 90's? A robust comb session. Design Aire Heating & Cooling EMOTD.(27:16-52:24) Keep textin' bro. Surprise, surprise, Soup is back. Soup can't stop singing NCOTR. Cards record is undeniable since he started calling in. Dave Duncan's pitch to contact and let your defense work method. The Edmonds catch in 04 and the Endy Chavez catch in 06. The cement mixer slider. Learning stuff from YouTube. Soup on MLB The Show with a 99 overall rating. Media in St. Louis compared to other places he played. Not a fan of the Businessman's Special.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Featuring: Michael "Boston" Hannon, Paul "Moonpir" Smith, and Alexander "TheNimp" Jolly Running Time: 1:20:38 Music by MusiM: Homepage | Bandcamp Livestream Archive: YouTube This week on That Video Game Podcast (TVGP) we chat about Deep Rock Galactic Survivor, MLB The Show 26, Dragon's Dogma 2, X4 Foundations, Stardew Valley, Marathon. Become a patron of TVGP for just a few dollars a month at E1M1's Patreon Page! Get two month early access to Critical Misses, uncensored outtakes, and much more for just $5/month!

Ben Lindbergh and Meg Rowley banter about the Mariners actually sort of sacrificing Humpy, the historically compressed standings at the start of the season, top prospects (and veteran relievers) pushing for promotions, the solution to a Kutter Crawford mystery, a faux-froyo con, Jazz Chisholm Jr.’s rules confusion, Cade Winquest’s quest, and more. Then (57:18) they talk to Negro Leagues Baseball Museum president Bob Kendrick about Jackie Robinson Day, the importance of telling stories about Black baseball in an anti-diversity climate, Bob’s work on MLB The Show, the MLB pipeline for African American players, showcasing the surviving Negro Leagues ballparks, the NLBM’s expansion plans, baseball in Kansas City, Ichiro Suzuki’s visits to the Museum, and more. Audio intro: Josh Busman, “Effectively Wild Theme” Audio interstitial: Austin Klewan, “Effectively Wild Theme” Audio outro: Ian Phillips, “Effectively Wild Theme” Link to “Jack Robinson” idiom Link to Humpy clip Link to Humpy plushy Link to MLBTR on Imai Link to standings data Link to leaguewide offensive stats Link to baseball drag graph Link to previous Crawford banter Link to 2025 Crawford story Link to new Crawford scoop Link to “hose” baseball slang Link to FG top prospects Link to Parker collision story Link to froyo feature Link to Jazz story Link to Jazz clip Link to Jazz play Link to Boone story Link to Kobayashi Maru wiki Link to Brebbia post Link to MLBTR on Kimbrel Link to Yankees/Mets losses stat Link to Emanski drills video Link to frequency illusion wiki Link to MLBTR on Winquest Link to phantom ballplayer wiki Link to Jackie Robinson Day wiki Link to Robinson story removal Link to MLB “diversity” story Link to new MLB The Show mode Link to MLB at Rickwood Field wiki Link to surviving ballparks story Link to East-West Classic news Link to % of Black players data Link to NLBM expansion page Link to sportswriters/Marriott story Link to Chiefs stadium story Link to Royals stadium story Link to John Donaldson EW episode Link to donate to the NLBM Link to Swanson quote Link to Episode 305 wiki Link to Lorenzen note Link to MLBTR on Pham Sponsor Us on Patreon Give a Gift Subscription Email Us: podcast@fangraphs.com Effectively Wild Subreddit Effectively Wild Wiki Apple Podcasts Feed Spotify Feed YouTube Playlist Facebook Group Bluesky Account Twitter Account Get Our Merch! var SERVER_DATA = Object.assign(SERVER_DATA || {}); Source

In this episode, we go through the many persistent bugs and problems that are negatively impacting MLB The Show 26. Subscribe on YouTube at youtube.com/@kdjtv611.

Featuring: Michael "Boston" Hannon, Paul "Moonpir" Smith, and Alexander "TheNimp" Jolly Running Time: 1:40:54 Music by MusiM: Homepage | Bandcamp Livestream Archive: YouTube This week on That Video Game Podcast (TVGP) we chat about Deep Rock Galactic Survivor, Shy Cats: Hidden Tracks, DPS Idle, Idle Storm, MLB The Show 26, Fire Emblem Three Houses, Dragon's Dogma 2, X4 Foundations, Stardew Valley, Marathon. Become a patron of TVGP for just a few dollars a month at E1M1's Patreon Page! Get two month early access to Critical Misses, uncensored outtakes, and much more for just $5/month!

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Download the Fanatics Sportsbook app , use code JOMBOY https://fanatics.onelink.me/5kut/JOMBOY New customers who sign up and Bet $5, Get $100 in FanCash*. Use FanCash on bonus bets, profit boosts, team gear and more on Fanatics.com. *New customers in AZ, CO, CT, DC, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, MI, MO, NC, NJ, NY, OH, PA, TN, VA, VT, WV, or WY. Must toggle on this promotion in your bet slip and wager $5+ cash on any market (min. odds -500) within 7 days of account opening to receive $100 in FanCash. Promotional FanCash expires 7 days from issuance (at 11:59pm ET). Terms, including FanCash terms apply-see Fanatics Sportsbook app. Use FanCash on bonus bets, profit boosts, team gear on Fanatics.com and so much more. Pre-Order Now: mlbthe.show/jomboy Use code “JOMBOY” to unlock a pack for use in Diamond Dynasty. Here's what's new in ‘26: Road To The Show: Road To Cooperstown Expanded Amateur Years feat. 11 new colleges Bear Down Pitching Big Zone Hitting Diamond Dynasty: The World Baseball Classic* Over 500 new gameplay animations Revamped Trade Experience in Franchise Mode Storylines: Negro Leagues Season 4* Early Access starts March 13th, 2026 Available March 17th, 2026 Get 10% off your Digital Deluxe Edition pre-order if you've bought any digital version of MLB The Show since ‘21.**              *Internet connection required. **Discount reflected in cart. Must be signed into your account. Only applies to same platform purchases. For Nintendo Switch, since MLB® The Show™ 22. ++++ Timestamps: 0:00 Intro 4:47 Boone on the Funky Schedule to Open the Season 6:45 Netflix Intro 8:15 ABS 19:35 Attacking June This Year   20:50 Lot of Long Relievers   22:00 Camilo Doval   27:20 Platoons   31:05 Cole/Rodon/Volpe Updates 31:55 Gil Will Rejoin Rotation   33:05 Giants Manager Tony Vitello   35:00 TRIVIA 38:05 Boone's Favorite Games   39:23 What We Learned Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Buy merch: https://shop.jomboymedia.com/collections/the-mlb-collection   Download the Fanatics Sportsbook app , use code JOMBOY https://fanatics.onelink.me/5kut/JOMBOY New customers who sign up and Bet $5, Get $100 in FanCash*. Use FanCash on bonus bets, profit boosts, team gear and more on Fanatics.com.   La Playa Awaits at https://www.coronausa.com/es/pages/buy-online?utm_source=Jomboy&utm_medium=Online-Video&utm_keyword=3P-MULT&utm_campaign=FY27_CX_1565115802_NAT_D_4600287528_BC_BAU_EQU_NA&modelId=080660956152   Pre-Order Now: mlbthe.show/jomboy Use code “JOMBOY” to unlock a pack for use in Diamond Dynasty. Here's what's new in ‘26: Road To The Show: Road To Cooperstown Expanded Amateur Years feat. 11 new colleges Bear Down Pitching Big Zone Hitting Diamond Dynasty: The World Baseball Classic* Over 500 new gameplay animations Revamped Trade Experience in Franchise Mode Storylines: Negro Leagues Season 4* Early Access starts March 13th, 2026 Available March 17th, 2026 Get 10% off your Digital Deluxe Edition pre-order if you've bought any digital version of MLB The Show since ‘21.** *Internet connection required. **Discount reflected in cart. Must be signed into your account. Only applies to same platform purchases. For Nintendo Switch, since MLB® The Show™ 22.   *New customers in AZ, CO, CT, DC, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, MI, MO, NC, NJ, NY, OH, PA, TN, VA, VT, WV, or WY. Must toggle on this promotion in your bet slip and wager $5+ cash on any market (min. odds -500) within 7 days of account opening to receive $100 in FanCash. Promotional FanCash expires 7 days from issuance (at 11:59pm ET). Terms, including FanCash terms apply-see Fanatics Sportsbook app. Use FanCash on bonus bets, profit boosts, team gear on Fanatics.com and so much more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The 2026 MLB season is here! And it's time for Ben's full World Series prediction and award picks. In this episode, Ben breaks down his picks for Rookie of the Year, Cy Young, and MVP in both the American League and National League, along with his full playoff bracket and World Series champion. There are a few award races that feel wide open… and at least one prediction that might surprise you. Plus we're giving away a copy of MLB The Show 26. Listen for how to enter!

Chris Rose and Trevor Plouffe discuss the hottest stories in baseball Monday through Friday!   Our listeners can buy one prescription pair and get 20% off additional pairs at WarbyParker.com/TODAY — and using our link helps support the show. #WarbyParker #ad   Get your copy of MLB The Show 26: mlbthe.show/jomboy Use code “JOMBOY” to unlock a pack for use in Diamond Dynasty.   La Playa Awaits at ​​https://www.coronausa.com/es/pages/buy-online?utm_source=Jomboy&utm_medium=Online-Video&utm_keyword=3P-MULT&utm_campaign=FY27_CX_1565115802_NAT_D_4600287528_BC_BAU_EQU_NA&modelId=080660956152   Shop your favorite gear from the Jomboy Media store. Click here to shop today! https://shop.jomboymedia.com/   00:00 INTRO 02:31 Yankees storylines 08:58 Giants storylines 23:05 American League predictions 31:45 National League predictions 40:40 Rose and Plouffe's 2026 World Series picks 44:40 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.

The National League might run through the Dodgers again… but it's not that simple. In this episode, Ben breaks down my full 2026 National League preview! Including division-by-division predictions, playoff teams, and who he thinks is representing the NL in the World Series. Can Shohei Ohtani and the Dodgers dominate again, or is there a team ready to take them down? Plus, I'm giving away a copy of MLB The Show 26. Listen to find out how to enter. 2026 National League Preview: NL East breakdown NL Central predictions NL West predictions Wild Card teams NL Champion Who do you have winning the National League this season? Follow/subscribe for more MLB coverage, predictions, and weekly episodes all year long. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Rose and Trevor Plouffe discuss the hottest stories in baseball Monday through Friday!   Use our code for 10% off your next SeatGeek order*: https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/BASEBALL2026. Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discount   Get your copy of MLB The Show 26: mlbthe.show/jomboy Use code “JOMBOY” to unlock a pack for use in Diamond Dynasty.   Get $25 off your first grading submission with PSA at https://bit.ly/JomboyBaseballToday with code TODAY25   Shop your favorite gear from the Jomboy Media store. Click here to shop today! https://shop.jomboymedia.com/   00:00 INTRO 03:58 Cubs sign PCA to long-term extension 11:35 Dodgers are keeping Roki Sasaki in the rotation despite struggles 22:46 MVP thoughts and predictions 34:29 Cy Young thoughts and predictions 46:57 Some rookies to follow this season 55:07 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.

In this episode, Kenny goes through the rough start to MLB The Show 26 and all the bugs that need to be corrected. Subscribe on YouTube at youtube.com/@kdjtv611.

The American League might be the most unpredictable it's been in years. In this episode, I break down my full 2026 American League preview! including division winners, playoff teams, and who I think is representing the AL in the World Series. Some teams I'm higher on than most… and at least one contender I'm not buying. Plus I'm giving away a copy of MLB The Show 26 Digital Deluxe Edition. Listen to find out how to enter! 2026 American League Preview: AL East breakdown AL Central predictions AL West predictions Wild Card teams AL Champion Who do you have winning the American League this year? Follow/subscribe for more MLB coverage, predictions, and weekly episodes all season long. 0:00 Intro 03:02 Toronto Blue Jays 05:05 New York Yankees 07:34 Boston Red Sox 11:12 Baltimore Orioles 15:11 Tampa Rays 15:57 AL East Prediction 17:07 Cleveland Guardians 19:30 Detroit Tigers  22:16 Kansas City Royals 23:58 Minnesota Twins 24:52 Chicago White Sox 26:43 AL Central Prediction 27:53 Seattle Mariners 29:33 Houston Astros 30:55 Texas Rangers 32:23 Athletics  34:36 Los Angeles Angels 36:14 AL West Prediction 36:52 Wild Cards 39:20 AL Champion Prediction 40:47 MLB The Show Giveaway 42:55 Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Download the Fanatics Sportsbook app , use code JOMBOY https://fanatics.onelink.me/5kut/JOMBOY New customers who sign up and Bet $5, Get $100 in FanCash*. Use FanCash on bonus bets, profit boosts, team gear and more on Fanatics.com. Go to http://shadyrays.com  and use code YANKS40 for 40% off 2+ pairs of polarized sunglasses. Use our code for 10% off your next SeatGeek order*: https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/YANKS2026. Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discount Pre-Order Now: mlbthe.show/jomboy Use code “JOMBOY” to unlock a pack for use in Diamond Dynasty. Here's what's new in ‘26: Road To The Show: Road To Cooperstown Expanded Amateur Years feat. 11 new colleges Bear Down Pitching Big Zone Hitting Diamond Dynasty: The World Baseball Classic* Over 500 new gameplay animations Revamped Trade Experience in Franchise Mode Storylines: Negro Leagues Season 4* Early Access starts March 13th, 2026 Available March 17th, 2026 Get 10% off your Digital Deluxe Edition pre-order if you've bought any digital version of MLB The Show since ‘21.**                         *Internet connection required.   **Discount reflected in cart. Must be signed into your account. Only applies to same platform purchases. For Nintendo Switch, since MLB® The Show™ 22.   *New customers in AZ, CO, CT, DC, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, MI, MO, NC, NJ, NY, OH, PA, TN, VA, VT, WV, or WY. Must toggle on this promotion in your bet slip and wager $5+ cash on any market (min. odds -500) within 7 days of account opening to receive $100 in FanCash. Promotional FanCash expires 7 days from issuance (at 11:59pm ET). Terms, including FanCash terms apply-see Fanatics Sportsbook app. Use FanCash on bonus bets, profit boosts, team gear on Fanatics.com and so much more.   ++++++ Timestamps: 0:00 Intro 2:20 Weird Things Happening 4:50 Our Records Last Year 6:35 Ejections Caused by ABS 10:20 Judge Steals and Triples 17:56 Number of Starting Shortstops 22:20 1B Starts for Rice and Infield Stolen Bases 38:10 Wins vs. AL East Rivals 44:30 Number of Trades This Deadline 53:01 Longest Win Steak of the Season 59:28 When Will Spencer Jones Debut? 1:02:10 Number of Left Field Starters 1:05:45 Rice Games at Catcher OR Stanton Games in Outfield 1:13:15 Number of Boone Ejections  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The gang talks DLSS 5, Paul McCartney and Manosphere documentaries, John Carpenter's Toxic Commando, MLB The Show 26 and so much more!

MLB The Show 26 has released and we have the problem of answering a simple question: "Is MLB The Show 26 any good?" Court, Pez and Wabba discuss. Also, Slay The Spire 2 has come out to a thunderous applause and a massive amount of people playing it on Twitch, so what has our Pezzy thought about it? 

In this episode, Kenny celebrates Launch Day of MLB The Show 26 by showing off what he accomplished during early access. Subscribe on YouTube at youtube.com/@kdjtv611.

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In this episode, Kenny celebrates early access launch week of MLB The Show 26 with Nutzy! Subscribe on YouTube at youtube.com/@kdjtv611.

 Start your free online visit today at https://Hims.com/talkin for your personalized ED treatment options. Use our code for 10% off your next SeatGeek order*: https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TALKIN2026. Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discount Save on essentials. Save the everyday with Amazon. URL: https://www.amazon.com Here's what's new in ‘26: Road To The Show: Road To Cooperstown Expanded Amateur Years feat. 11 new colleges Bear Down Pitching Big Zone Hitting Diamond Dynasty: The World Baseball Classic* Over 500 new gameplay animations Revamped Trade Experience in Franchise Mode Storylines: Negro Leagues Season 4* Early Access starts March 13th, 2026 Available March 17th, 2026 Get 10% off your Digital Deluxe Edition pre-order if you've bought any digital version of MLB The Show since ‘21.**                           *Internet connection required. **Discount reflected in cart. Must be signed into your account. Only applies to same platform purchases. For Nintendo Switch, since MLB® The Show™ 22.   Coach Trev and Talkin' Jake invite The Athletic's Eno Sarris to draft pitchers who they think will win the 2026 Cy Young! Who do you have in your lineup?Also Jake and Trev talk World Baseball Classic with Joez McFly live from the stadium!   0:00 Intro 4:00 Last years results 7:00  draft starts 54:00 Who we left off 1:01:00 WBC Coverage Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Chris Rose and Trevor Plouffe discuss the hottest offseason stories in baseball!   Use our code for 10% off your next SeatGeek order*: https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/BASEBALL2026. Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discount   Save on essentials. Save the everyday with Amazon.   Visit mlbthe.show/jomboy and use code “JOMBOY” to unlock a pack for use in Diamond Dynasty.   Visit https://sofi.com/jomboy to start your crypto journey.   Shop your favorite gear from the Jomboy Media store. Click here to shop today! https://shop.jomboymedia.com/   00:00 INTRO 00:37 Rangers sign Andrew McCutchen 02:00 WBC predictions 15:47 Jurickson Profar suspended AGAIN for PEDs 28:13 How worried should Reds fans be? 33:45 MLB The Show player ratings reaction 39:48 Is Max Clark doing too much for a rookie? 48:45 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.

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Use our code for 10% off your next SeatGeek order*: https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TALKIN2026. Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discount Save on essentials. Save the everyday with Amazon. https://www.amazon.com This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Get 10% off their first month at https://betterhelp.com/TALKINBASEBALL and get on your way to being your best self. Pre-Order Now: https://mlbthe.show/jomboy Here's what's new in ‘26: Road To The Show: Road To Cooperstown, Expanded Amateur Years feat. 11 new colleges, Bear Down Pitching , Big Zone Hitting, Diamond Dynasty: The World Baseball Classic* Over 500 new gameplay animations Revamped Trade Experience in Franchise Mode Storylines: Negro Leagues Season 4* Early Access starts March 13th, 2026 Available March 17th, 2026 Get 10% off your Digital Deluxe Edition pre-order if you've bought any digital version of MLB The Show since ‘21.**   Coach Trev and Talkin' Jake bring in Jomboy Media's superstars to look into the 2026 MLB Season, what they like about their teams, who they think can make the jump to superstardom and more! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Hey, everybody! Sid, Tim, Brett, and O'Dell are back this week to talk about the newest game announced this week, Horizon Hunters Gathering, take a look at what's new in MLB The Show 26, and go down the rabbit hole of games based on 80s action.

With the chase for AI obliterating affordability in computing-related markets, it should come as no surprise that Sony may be deliberating a delay for PlayStation 6's rollout and release. But recent commentary from a well-connected financial analyst suggests that PS6's purported delay may be more substantial than we thought, perhaps precipitated by more factors than we initially thought. When does the gaming world need the next PlayStation? Could we go potentially several more years on PS5 alone? We discuss. Plus: Chris has played Highguard extensively and has a lot to say, Rockstar may take our advice and forego physical copies of GTAVI at launch to avoid spoilers, Ubisoft unions are agitating for an international strike at the publisher's many offices, MLB: The Show 26 gets its cover athlete and a release date, and more. Then: Listener inquiries! Are mini-maps useful or distracting? How do we feel about Final Fantasy VII Remake's new "Streamlined Progression" update? Is New Game+ functionality catering to an older, diminishing audience? Did Dustin enjoy his romantic California getaway with Brad? This week, PrizePicks has a special Max Discount for the Big Game, live in the app now! Drake Maye just needs 1 passing yard for the Max Discount to win! Just add another player to your line up and if your picks hit you can cash in! Visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/SACRED and use code SACRED and get $50 in lineups when you play your first $5 lineup! This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at https://www.betterhelp.com/symbols and get on your way to being your best self Sign up for your $1 per month trial period at https://www.shopify.com/sacred Please keep in mind that our timestamps are approximate, and will often be slightly off due to dynamic ad placement. 0:00:00 - Intro0:18:45 - Dustin's weekend away0:30:16 - The Persona concert0:42:43 - 2026 snow storm0:53:47 - Football story1:00:25 - PlayStation 6 could be delayed1:28:06 - PS5 Pro and Portal attach rates1:34:00 - Real PS4 Portable1:37:12 - Rumor that GTA VI will be digital only at launch1:50:21 - Ubisoft strike2:13:38 - MLB: The Show cover revealed2:17:03 - February PS+ games2:21:00 - What We're Playing (Front Mission 1st Remake, Castlevania Requiem, Highguard, The Exit 8, Splinter Cell: Pandora Tomorrow, Code Vein II)3:15:47 - Mini maps in games3:23:29 - FF7 Remake update3:29:17 - Should we support PlayStation live service?3:36:34 - Are huge games unsustainable?3:46:37 - Kotaku evolved?3:54:25 - Is replaying games unc coded? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Follow The Trophy Room Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/pstrophyroom Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/2PglU1a Discord: https://discord.gg/wPNp3kC Twitter: https://twitter.com/PSTrophyRoom Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/badbit ****** This week on The Trophy Room: A PlayStation Podcast, we square up the news and tackle some of the biggest stories shaping the future of gaming. We start with reports claiming Grand Theft Auto 6 may not launch with a physical edition, as Take-Two and Rockstar allegedly consider a digital-only release to prevent leaks. We discuss what this could mean for collectors, retail, and GTA 6's already sky-high expectations. Next, we dig into new analyst predictions suggesting the PlayStation 6 may be delayed longer than expected, potentially extending the PS5 generation well into the next decade. We debate whether the PS5 still has untapped potential and what features the PS6 would actually need to feel like a true generational leap. We also cover reports that a PlayStation State of Play is locked in for February, what Sony might show, and whether titles like Marvel's Wolverine, Saros, and Marathon could appear. On the industry side, we break down Ubisoft worker unions calling for a global strike, following layoffs, studio closures, and a push to end remote work. We discuss what this says about the current state of the games industry. Plus, we react to the Microsoft Developer Direct, Xbox's declining revenue numbers, discourse surrounding new releases, Nintendo Switch censorship concerns, and a packed slate of Flash News, including MLB The Show 26, PS Plus February games, and more. We wrap up with Whatcha Been Playin'?, community questions, and plenty of classic Trophy Room discourse.

(00:00-10:07) Thuggish Ruggish Bone. Josh Schertz on Wake Up Barstool on FS1 talking about lambuh. Shoutout Doug at the DMV. Is Tim electable? Twitter troll account. David Cline of Hedonism singing Cranberries "Zombie" at Mardi Gras.(10:16-37:45) It's surprise guest time but the guest hasn't called in yet. Alright, we've got the surprise guest on the line. Tim guessed it, it's Matt Vasgersian. Are we gonna tell him his favorite flavor of ice cream too? Matt explains his Cardinals Favorites list. Doug's still not happy with the list. Matt's gonna use 'Engagement Farming' on the air today. Raw sewage in the dugout in Oakland. Matt was the soundtrack of peoples' childhoods on the MLB The Show video game. Matt's take on where the Cardinals are at in their tear down and rebuild.(37:55-57:41) Is Tim too old to be at Humphrey's? Jello shots. It won't flush. Things are starting to happen with the porta potty guy as a surprise guest. Herman, class of '74. Bandwagon fans.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matt Vasgersian joins the show via the Surprise Line to talk about his all-time favorite Cardinals list that was dissected on the show yesterday. Matt explains his rationale and emphasizes that it was his favorite list, not his take on the best list. Matt talks about his career as a broadcaster, including his work on the MLB The Show video games. Matt also shares his perspective on the state of the Cardinals. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Aaron Judge is officially revealed as the MLB The Show cover athlete for the second time in his career. The guys run through the full history of the game's cover athletes, react to Judge joining a very short list, and debate whether it means anything at all without another Yankees ring to go with it. Then the show completely veers off the rails with Cinco de Luncho, as Shaun Morash unveils his list of 2026 sports events he already knows he does not care about. Dodgers fatigue, World Baseball Classic arguments, Rangers post Olympic apathy, World Cup rooting rules, and Lindsey Vonn Olympic promos all turn into rapid fire arguments that only escalate as the list goes on. The hour keeps rolling with callers weighing in on Mets clubhouse chemistry, Lindor and Soto leadership dynamics, Idiots With Idioms callbacks, Patriots fans defending their Super Bowl path, and a deeper conversation about Sam Darnold, Seattle's rise, and why so many preseason takes aged poorly. It is a classic Evan and Tiki final hour where baseball, basketball, football, lists, and nonsense all collide at once.

Evan, Tiki, and Shaun unpack a jam-packed Championship Monday that spirals from weather chaos to franchise regret. The show opens with the AFC Championship turning into a snow-covered throwback and whether that kind of football should decide a title. From there, the guys debate Sean Payton's 4th down decision, Sam Darnold reaching the Super Bowl, and which franchises should feel the most pain. The Steelers shock the league by breaking decades of tradition with a Mike McCarthy hire, igniting Aaron Rodgers speculation and questions about the future of coaching stability. Along the way, the Pro Bowl loses all remaining credibility, MLB drops a bizarre video game announcement, and Jets fans descend into full existential dread while the Patriots once again seem to benefit from the football gods. Timestamps: 00:00 – Championship Sunday chaos, snow football, and whether weather should decide titles 21:00 – Sean Payton's 4th down decision and how the game flipped 44:00 – Sam Darnold to the Super Bowl and ranking which teams regret him most 1:18:00 – Cinco de Luncho: Sam Darnold regret list sparks Jets vs Vikings war 1:58:00 – Steelers hire Mike McCarthy and completely abandon their historic model 2:32:00 – Aaron Rodgers futures, Vikings buzz, and who actually has a quarterback 3:05:00 – Pro Bowl outrage, MLB The Show cover mystery, Jets misery, and why the Patriots always get the breaks

When it comes to the evolving gaming market, there's a lot for Sony to keep an eye on in the years and decades to come. To keep PlayStation the vibrant brand it is today, the company needs to spread the field, and two newly-announced projects -- an all-new co-op multiplayer game from the director of Left 4 Dead and a mobile port of mega-popular baseball franchise MLB: The Show -- fit the bill nicely. It's true that Sony has had more than its fair share of false starts (and even outright failures) in both the mobile and games-as-a-service space. Yet, there's gold in them there hills. Lots of it. Can Sony finally slay some off-platform and off-genre demons and reap some rewards? We discuss. Plus: Nixxes helps reduce Helldivers 2's PC file size by an astounding 85%, Bungie has apparently solved its dispute with the artist it purportedly stole Marathon-related art from, Shovel Knight developer Yacht Club Games finds itself in self-inflicted financial duress, Amazon has already renewed the God of War TV show for a second season, and more. Then: Listener inquiries! Has leaking culture gone too far? Will Micron's exit from the consumer RAM business affect console manufacturing? How can people find likeminded gaming friends online? Can we please do away with adult gift-giving once and for all? Please keep in mind that our timestamps are approximate, and will often be slightly off due to dynamic ad placement. 0:00:00 - Intro0:52:36 - Juices flowing0:54:56 - YouTube Recap1:08:13 - Colin dying1:11:02 - Switching to no presents1:21:02 - PlayStation partners with Bad Robot1:35:15 - The Show: Mobile releases1:46:06 - Helldivers 2 PC install sized down1:53:26 - Helldivers 2 movie has a director2:03:31 - Amazon orders two seasons of God of War2:08:14 - Bungie settles with artist over stolen art2:11:45 - Yacht Club Games may be in trouble2:27:26 - Saudi PIF will own 93.4% of EA2:31:22 - IO confirms Hitman 42:36:53 - Splinter Cell Remake director returns2:40:15 - Tomba 2 gets a release date2:43:10 - November's top PSN downloads2:45:16 - What We're Playing (Ball x Pit, Metal. Eden, TMNT: Cowabunga Collection, Metal Gear Solid Delta, Red Dead Redemption)3:09:22 - Arc Raiders introduces gamers to socializing3:25:28 - Games that age well3:31:54 - Disdain for leakers3:41:44 - Micron leaves the consumer market3:49:29 - Meeting new people to play games3:56:53 - Can criticism go too far? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices