Podcasts about Opening Day

Evan & Tiki react to comments from Ron Darling about the Mets rotation and whether or not they should start with a 5- or 6-man rotation. Plus, Evan & Tiki on the contrived Soto Shuffle ‘controversy' (20:34); Craig Carton and Chris McMonigle revisit the Roger Clemens-Mike Piazza incident with a shocking defense of Clemens (37:17); Boomer & Gio on Freddy Peralta getting the nod for Opening Day.

Evan & Tiki react to comments from Ron Darling about the Mets rotation and whether or not they should start with a 5- or 6-man rotation. Plus, Evan & Tiki on the contrived Soto Shuffle ‘controversy' (20:34); Craig Carton and Chris McMonigle revisit the Roger Clemens-Mike Piazza incident with a shocking defense of Clemens (37:17); Boomer & Gio on Freddy Peralta getting the nod for Opening Day.

Projecting the Seattle Mariners' opening day roster: Position Players Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Welcome to Episode 146 of Tablesetters, where we cover everything happening across the world of baseball. Tonight's LIVE special follows the opening matchup between Team USA and Brazil as Pool B play begins in Houston at the 2026 World Baseball Classic. We're recording immediately after the final out, breaking down Team USA's 15–5 victory over Brazil — examining pitching usage, lineup construction, key moments, and what the result means for the United States as the tournament begins to take shape. Manager Mark DeRosa entered the tournament with one of the most closely watched pitching plans of any national team. Earlier this week he finalized the United States' rotation structure, beginning with Logan Webb starting tonight's opener against Brazil. Webb has quietly developed into one of the most dependable starters in the National League, built around a heavy sinker that generates ground balls and limits damaging contact. In a condensed international tournament where efficiency can matter as much as dominance, that profile made him a logical choice to anchor the first game of pool play. Behind Webb, the American rotation quickly transitions into two of the most overpowering arms in baseball. Two-time American League Cy Young winner Tarik Skubal is scheduled to take the ball in Game 2 against Great Britain, while reigning National League Cy Young winner Paul Skenes is lined up to face Mexico in Game 3. The fourth game against Italy is currently projected for Nolan McLean, though that plan remains fluid as he continues recovering from a recent illness. The structure of the rotation reflects the unique challenge of the World Baseball Classic. Pitchers must operate under tournament pitch limits while also remaining aligned with their Major League clubs' preparation for Opening Day. DeRosa acknowledged earlier this week that managing those constraints requires balancing competitiveness with long-term health and scheduling realities. Offensively, the American roster remains one of the deepest assembled in international baseball. Team captain Aaron Judge addressed the group before the tournament began, emphasizing the pride associated with representing the United States. The lineup surrounding him features elite star power and positional flexibility, including potential platoon usage in center field between Pete Crow-Armstrong and Byron Buxton. The broader tournament landscape only heightens the significance of tonight's opener. The 2026 World Baseball Classic features 20 national teams competing across Tokyo, San Juan, Houston, and Miami through March 17. Japan enters the tournament as the defending champion after defeating the United States in the 2023 final, while several other nations — including the Dominican Republic, Venezuela, and Puerto Rico — arrive with rosters capable of making deep runs. Tonight was the first step in that journey for the United States — and it ended with a decisive 15–5 opening win.

Your sister went off her meds, fled cops, got in a bar fight, and assaulted an officer. Now she faces felonies and won't let you help. It's Feedback Friday!And in case you didn't already know it, Jordan Harbinger (@JordanHarbinger) and Gabriel Mizrahi (@GabeMizrahi) banter and take your comments and questions for Feedback Friday right here every week! If you want us to answer your question, register your feedback, or tell your story on one of our upcoming weekly Feedback Friday episodes, drop us a line at friday@jordanharbinger.com. Now let's dive in!Full show notes and resources can be found here: jordanharbinger.com/1294On This Week's Feedback Friday:Your sister with schizoaffective disorder went off her meds, quit her job, led cops on a chase, started a bar fight, and injured an officer — and now she's facing felony charges while refusing your help and rejecting her own public defender. How do you save someone who won't be saved?You're pretty sure your wife's business partners are hiding financials, breaching the partnership agreement, and planning to retire while still collecting profits she earns — but she's terrified of "being mean." How do you help her find her backbone before they bleed her dry?Your selfless 69-year-old mom is being run ragged by your sister-in-law's marathon visits — nine-hour affairs with free meals, free babysitting, and zero cleanup — and she's too kind to say a word. She even quit her fitness class. How do you protect a woman who won't protect herself?Recommendation of the Week: Gabe recommends keeping a quick daily travel log in your phone's notes app and pinning your favorite spots on a custom Google Maps list so you can relive your trips more vividly — and share killer recs with friends headed to the same destinations.Your six-year-old son had a helmet-throwing meltdown at Little League, and now three families — including an assistant coach — have requested he not be on their team. You practiced an apology that never happened, and Opening Day is coming. How do you handle the awkward reunion?Have any questions, comments, or stories you'd like to share with us? Drop us a line at friday@jordanharbinger.com!Connect with Jordan on Twitter at @JordanHarbinger and Instagram at @jordanharbinger.Connect with Gabriel on Twitter at @GabeMizrahi and Instagram @gabrielmizrahi.And if you're still game to support us, please leave a review here — even one sentence helps! Sign up for Six-Minute Networking — our free networking and relationship development mini course — at jordanharbinger.com/course!Subscribe to our once-a-week Wee Bit Wiser newsletter today and start filling your Wednesdays with wisdom!Do you even Reddit, bro? Join us at r/JordanHarbinger!This Episode Is Brought To You By Our Fine Sponsors: Mint Mobile: Shop plans at mintmobile.com/jhsAudible: Visit audible.com/jhs or text JHS to 500-500Quiltmind: Email jordanaudience@quiltmind.com to get started or visit quiltmind.com for more infoThe President's Daily Brief: Listen here or wherever you find fine podcasts!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Word, Number and Song of the Day with a PMS McDonalds burger taste test. DVR with Vassegh from Dodgers ST and a certain non-roster invitee making a case to make the Opening Day roster. A college football coach comes face to face with an alligator. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Seth and B-Scott discuss if the timing of the Danielle Hunter extension could be an issue if he doesn't perform, in what ways the Texans can improve in way of coaching, and assess what Adam Spolane says about the Astros' potential opening day roster.

Seth and B-Scott discuss and assess what Adam Spolane says the Astros' opening day roster may look like.

FP Santangelo joins the show from Scottsdale. He shares his thoughts on the off-season Giants additions and how they fit on this team. They also dive into the team's pitching prospects, including Carson Whisenhunt, Blade Tidwell, and Hayden Birdsong. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

HOUR 2 - The 49ers hire Matt Eberflus as assistant head coach of defense. Shawn Estes says Bryce Eldridge shouldn’t make the Opening Day roster. Plus, more reaction to the Warriors’ win of the year as they shock the Rockets in Houston.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Giant and current Analyst, Shawn Estes joins the show to break down the state of the Giants and delivers a spicy take: Bryce Eldridge should not make the Opening Day roster. He explains why, and what the young slugger still needs to show before reaching the big leagues.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

HOUR 2 - The 49ers hire Matt Eberflus as assistant head coach of defense. Shawn Estes says Bryce Eldridge shouldn’t make the Opening Day roster. Plus, more reaction to the Warriors’ win of the year as they shock the Rockets in Houston.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Giant and current Analyst, Shawn Estes joins the show to break down the state of the Giants and delivers a spicy take: Bryce Eldridge should not make the Opening Day roster. He explains why, and what the young slugger still needs to show before reaching the big leagues.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Seattle Times MARINERS' 2026 Opening Day roster projection REVIEW! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Anything Goes Friday! Rockets Fall In OT vs GSW, Pena Might Miss Opening Day

Anything Goes Friday! Rockets Fall In OT vs GSW, Pena Might Miss Opening Day

(00:00-44:30) Channeling your inner Timmy. Joined by our favorite farmer, Jim Edmonds. No baseball questions allowed. The fam wants some horses and ponies but what does daddy want? What's a day in the life of Jimmy Farmer like? His son can really mash for 7 years old. People are picking up their kids on horseback. Friends with Bobby Bones. Enjoying his time out of the spotlight. Who does he keep in touch with from the old Cardinal days? Doesn't really miss much about the game. Not really much interest in coaching. Hall of Fame discussion. Will he be in town for Opening Day?(44:38-1:00:43) Joined by former Billiken Ryan Leuchtefeld talking Billikens and the win over Loyola last night. Robbie Avila's been impressive this year. The importance of coaching. Comparing the Billikens of January and the Billikens of February and March.(1:00:53-1:12:10) Still monitoring the Colton Parayko decision. Doug's mentions finna be lit up. The highways of Buffalo. The Gerbil Lane in the Boston Tunnels. The polarizing Jim Edmonds.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Tommy believes that the young stars for the Yankees should be with the main team instead of in Triple-A.

Jurickson Profar is suspended for 162 games after testing positive for performance-enhancing drugs for the second time this year. Blake Snell is not expected to return for Opening Day following his shoulder injury. Plus, a World Baseball Classic preview! How does the WBC work and what are the stats going to look like? Start your 7-day free trial today at FOXOne.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Check out Fran Duffy's 2026 Diehard Draft Guide! https://alldlls.com/draftguide26/ It was going to happen eventually — Jacob deGrom and Brandon Nimmo were going to play this spring for the Texas Rangers. The debuts arrived Wednesday against Team Brazil. The Rangers started deGrom on the mound after his All-Star season, and Nimmo was the leadoff man and right fielder behind his former Mets teammate. For deGrom, he allowed a solo home run and two other hits in two innings, striking out three, and Nimmo went 1 for 2 with a single and a walk. Both felt fine afterward and said they will be ready to go on Opening Day, March 26 against the Phillies.  0:00 - Intro 1:04 - Camp rundown and reaction to the run-rule victory over Brazil 19:18 - deGrom and Nimmo made their debuts today 32:21 - Battle for bench roles 47:09 - Batting cleanup - news and notes around baseball An ALLCITY Network Production SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@DLLS_Sports ALL THINGS DLLS:  WEBSITE: https://store.allcitynetwork.com/collections/dlls-locker BUY MERCH:  http://DLLSLocker.com  FOLLOW ON SOCIAL:  Twitter: @DLLS_Sports Instagram: @DLLS_Sports Become a DLLS Diehard and get access to premium content, our Discord channel, discounts on merch, and a free shirt! Sign up here: https://alldlls.com/join-diehard/ AirDNA: Discover what you could make renting your home during this summer's World Cup! AirDNA.co/DLLS MARS MEN: For a limited time, our listeners get 50% off FOR LIFE, Free Shipping, AND 3 Free Gifts at Mars Men at https://Mengotomars.com Prize Picks: Visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/DLLS  and use code DLLS and get $50 in lineups when you play your first $5 lineup! PrizePicks. It's Good to be Right! Donate to Big Brothers Big Sisters or Sign Up To Become a Big: https://bbbs.org/allcity Branded Bills: Head to https://brandedbills.com and use code B-B-D-L-L-S for 15% off your first order! Monarch: Use Monarch Money to get control of your overall finances with 50% off your first year at https://www.monarch.com with code DLLS Gametime: Take the guesswork out of buying concert tickets with Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code DLLS for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Last minute tickets. Lowest Price. Guaranteed. Shady Rays: Head to https://shadyrays.com and use code: SRDLLS for 40% off 2+ pairs of polarized sunglasses. Try for yourself the shades rated 5 stars by over 300,000 people. HelloFresh - Get 10 FREE meals at https://hellofresh.com/freerangers. Applied across 7 boxes, new subscribers only, varies by plan. Copyright Disclaimer under section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for “fair use” for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, education and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It's March 4th — the only date on the calendar that doubles as a command — and this daily comedy show absolutely understood the assignment. We're celebrating Punchki Day, International Pancake Day, and apparently “Expose Yourself During Two Truths and a Lie” Day… because that's what happened.First up, we learn about the Cardinals' new all-inclusive ticket deal — $29 gets you into the game AND unlimited hot dogs, nachos, popcorn, fountain drinks, chicken fingers… basically the kind of buffet that makes you whisper, “I'm about to ruin my summer body.” Dynamic pricing means you might pay more for Opening Day, but hey — on a Tuesday against the Marlins? You might eat your ticket price in popcorn alone. St. Louis math.Then we dive into the main event: Two Truths and a Lie, sponsored by Universal Windows Direct. And wow… you guys showed up ready to emotionally manipulate us.We had:A man who claimed Disturbed is his favorite band… but has never seen them live (and somehow has also never bought concert merch — suspicious behavior).A Woof Wednesday regular who played the long game with dog math.A dude who casually dropped “I was slimed on Nickelodeon” like that's just a normal Tuesday memory.A competitive dodgeball champion (Missouri State Games flex, okay!)A guy who broke his arm “over someone's head” and somehow sounded exactly 6'4” while saying it.And of course, the Fort Myers timeshare debate that nearly broke the studio.Moon went full detective mode. Rafe started analyzing vocal tone like he's in the FBI Behavioral Unit. King Scott had the printed answers like a proud substitute teacher. And Riz? Just trying to keep the circus moving forward.We also squeeze in March 4th holidays (Grammar Day, Peace Corps Day, World Obesity Day — what a combo), plus a preview of tomorrow's Cardinals visit and an upcoming chat about the 24th Annual NAMI Walk St. Louis.If you like unpredictable callers, friendly chaos, sarcastic humor, St. Louis energy, and a daily comedy show that somehow turns breakfast food into competitive sport — this episode delivers.This is what happens when a daily comedy show gives the phones to the people and trusts them not to lie convincingly.Spoiler: They lie convincingly.Follow The Rizzuto Show → https://linktr.ee/rizzshow for more from your favorite daily comedy show.Connect with The Rizzuto Show Comedy Podcast online → https://1057thepoint.com/RizzShowHear The Rizz Show daily on the radio at 105.7 The Point | Hubbard Radio in St. Louis, MO.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Valenti and Rico went through some candidates to replace David Montgomery as the Lions RB2 to begin the third hour. They took a few more of your Pistons calls before discussing whether Tigers top prospect Kevin McGonigle has shown enough to make the Opening Day roster.

Valenti and Rico make the case for Tigers top prospect, Kevin McGonigle, to make the opening day roster.

On the latest episode of The Mets Pod, Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo look at the Mets present in spring training and the organization's future on the farm. First up, Connor and Joe check on the camp competitions at right field and first base, discuss contract extension scenarios for Freddy Peralta, and drop some unique Mets predictions for Opening Day. Then, the guys go Down on the Farm for a deep dive into Joe's newly-released Mets Top 30 Prospects list, and answer Mailbag questions about Carson Benge, Tobias Myers, and more. Be sure to subscribe to The Mets Pod at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Today's Show: 00:00 Welcome to the show 01:25 Spring training news and notes 02:25 The right field competition 07:40 The first base breakdown 11:40 Freddy Peralta starts Opening Day, any movement on a contract extension? 19:05 Opening Day prediction: Will Francisco Lindor play? 20:45 Opening Day prediction: Who will start in RF? 22:10 Opening Day prediction: How many innings for Freddy Peralta? 23:10 Opening Day prediction: How many innings for Paul Skenes? 24:50 Opening Day prediction: What will be the temperature outside? 26:30 Opening Day prediction: Will the Mets win? 28:55 Down on the Farm: Joe's new Top 30 Mets Prospects List 42:30 Mailbag: Carson Benge approach at the plate 45:10 Mailbag: The role(s) for Tobias Myers 50:40 Mailbag: More takes on picks in a fantasy baseball dynasty draft 55:35 Closing Thoughts Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

(00:00-3:00) Congratulations to Shooter McGavin for being named the TMA Listener of the Month for February. Is he Listener of the Year material?(3:08-18:05) The Design Aire Heating & Cooling EMOTD(18:15-25:46) Doug's REALLY pissed about the return music. Sports Illustrated ranking MLB's 30 Opening Day starters. Would you rather play in The Fecal Depot or Tropicana Field?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

No Mike. No structure. Just Greg and Mookie with way too much freedom. Mookie immediately starts messing with backgrounds, we question reality after realizing we actually have to work tomorrow, and then it spirals into Magic City Monday, undefeated mid-majors on the brink, and fast-food warfare. On this episode: • The Atlanta Hawks announce Magic City Monday (yes, that Magic City) • Lemon pepper wings vs. moral outrage • Miami RedHawks could go undefeated and MISS the tournament without winning the MAC • The Sun Belt bracket is absolute chaos • ScottSki45's Stat of the Week: Kevin Durant drops 40+ with FIVE different teams • The WBC is back and Aaron Judge delivers a speech that…exists • Jurickson Profar gets hit with 162 games for PEDs (again) • NFL Combine overreactions: Makai Lemon's draft stock, Iowa mullets, and Rich Eisen running the 40 • Fast food debate: McDonald's vs Burger King vs Wendy's vs Arby's • Dani Rojas trying out for a real pro soccer team Plus fantasy baseball team names, CFB26 shoehorns, beer recaps, and whatever that “Dogs and feet” thing was. Join us in the Discord for Opening Day: https://discord.gg/jvY9dgX8Sf Chapters: 00:00:00 Introduction | Mookie's already playing with backgrounds without Mike here | Happy Birthday, Cesar 00:06:09 Is there any worse feeling than thinking you're off work tomorrow, but you're actually not? 00:08:16 What's in your mug? 00:19:07 Atlanta Hawks reveal Magic City Monday 00:23:07 Luke Kornet white knights against Magic City Monday 00:26:39 Relax, Magic City Monday is just about the wings 00:28:35 Dogs and feet 00:29:09 We seriously know nothing about the NBA 00:30:35 Miami (OH) might have an undefeated season and get locked out of the tournament if they don't win the MAC 00:35:32 The Sun Belt bracket is absolutely wild 00:38:07 ScottSki45's Stat of the Week: KD scores 40+ with 5 different teams 00:42:28 Mookie shoehorns a CFB26 highlight 00:44:14 The WBC is back! 00:46:46 Aaron Judge's speech to Team USA was a dud 00:52:41 Team USA should at least be in contention for the WBC title 00:53:43 Jurickson Profar suspended 162 games for his second PED violation 01:01:39 Mookie's beer face 01:02:22 Let's party on Opening Day in the Discord (link to join is in the description) 01:03:56 What is Greg's Fantasy Baseball team name this year? 01:06:44 Mookie shoehorns in another CFB26 clip 01:07:59 Makai Lemon might have cost himself the first WR draft spot 01:12:22 Everyone was freaking out about a lineman with a mullet | Rich Eisen's 40 01:16:20 Boomer retiring soon 01:17:33 Mookie shoehorns another CFB26 clip 01:18:16 CEO of McDonald's tries the Big Arch 01:22:29 Burger King vs. McDonald's vs. Wendy's vs. Arby's 01:31:35 Dani Rojas is trying out for the El Paso Locomotive 01:35:40 Beer recaps 01:37:24 This was a show 01:37:50 Outro #CraftBrewedSports #AtlantaHawks #MagicCity #NBA #CollegeBasketball #MACtion #MarchMadness #KevinDurant #WBC #AaronJudge #MLB #NFLCombine #NFLDraft #FantasyBaseball #Soccer

Hour 3: D-Pop and Kerry Crowley continue to break down the 49ers biggest off-season needs. Susan Slusser joins the show to give the latest Bryce Eldridge report and if he has a shot at the Opening Day roster. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Susan Slusser joins the show to discuss Bryce Eldridge's Spring Training and if he has a shot at the Opening Day roster. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

March is here and Opening Day is getting closer. Drea and Anthony break down the biggest Dodgers storylines from Spring Training including the reveal of the Dodgers' projected top of the lineup featuring Shohei Ohtani, Kyle Tucker, Mookie Betts and Freddie Freeman. They also discuss early standouts in camp, roster updates, and key pitching developments as the Dodgers continue preparing for the season. Topics include: • Dodgers lineup reveal • Roki Sasaki early outings • Bobby Miller's bullpen move • Hyeseong Kim's strong spring • Injury updates across the roster • World Baseball Classic buzz And more from Dodgers Spring Training. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Dodgers are off to a 6-0 start this spring… and the depth is already showing. Cody and Vince go LIVE to break down what's real, what's sustainable, and why this roster might be even deeper than last year. Early standouts: • Teoscar Hernández and Andy Pages swinging it well • Hyeseong Kim making an impact on both sides • Gavin Stone and River Ryan looking sharp in return Key questions: • Is Stone forcing his way into the Opening Day rotation? • What does Roki Sasaki's debut really tell us? • Could Jack Suwinski be a sneaky pickup? Plus… We react to comments from Pete Crow-Armstrong about Dodgers fans that are making waves. Is this the deepest team in baseball AGAIN? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In Hour 3, Spadoni and Shasky continue to discuss how much sense LeBron James would make for the Golden State Warriors before being joined by Justice delos Santos -- San Francisco Giants beat reporter for the Mercury News -- to chat all things Giants spring training as we inch closer to Opening Day

McGonigle went 3-for-3 with a walk, including a home run on the first pitch of the game

He looks ready!

Susan Slusser joins the show to discuss Bryce Eldridge's Spring Training and if he has a shot at the Opening Day roster. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 3: D-Pop and Kerry Crowley continue to break down the 49ers biggest off-season needs. Susan Slusser joins the show to give the latest Bryce Eldridge report and if he has a shot at the Opening Day roster. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to Tablesetters, where early-season baseball storylines are evaluated through context, projection, and structural impact rather than isolated spring highlights. As camps begin to stabilize, several early narratives are beginning to shape the broader landscape of the 2026 season — from international competition to emerging prospects and roster uncertainty around the league. We begin with the return of the World Baseball Classic, which arrives just as MLB spring training reaches its most competitive stretch. The tournament brings together 20 national teams competing across Tokyo, San Juan, Houston, and Miami, running through March 17. Japan enters as the defending champion after defeating Team USA in the 2023 final, while the United States returns with a roster built to pursue redemption. The Dominican Republic, Venezuela, and Puerto Rico also enter the tournament with lineups capable of making deep runs. Exhibition games leading into the tournament have already produced early signals. Team USA delivered one of the loudest statements, routing the San Francisco Giants 15–1. Paul Skenes dominated in his outing, striking out four hitters across three innings without issuing a walk, immediately reminding everyone why he has quickly become one of the most overpowering pitchers in the sport. Offensively, Alex Bregman launched a home run while Roman Anthony — a late addition to the roster after Corbin Carroll suffered a broken hand — delivered a two-run homer. The lineup surrounding them featured star power throughout with Aaron Judge, Bryce Harper, Bobby Witt Jr., and Byron Buxton. Japan's preparation was less smooth. Samurai Japan dropped an exhibition game despite a solo homer from Masataka Yoshida, a reminder that even the defending champions are still working through early-March rhythm. The tournament officially begins when Chinese Taipei faces Australia in Tokyo, opening the round-robin stage where five-team pools compete for two quarterfinal spots. Team USA opens its tournament Friday against Brazil before quickly facing Great Britain, Mexico, and Italy as Pool B begins to take shape. From international baseball we move to a structural shift arriving in Major League Baseball this season: the Automated Ball-Strike challenge system. Rather than replacing home plate umpires entirely, the league is introducing a hybrid model. Each team begins a game with two challenges, and only the pitcher, catcher, or hitter can initiate a challenge immediately after a call. If the challenge is successful, the team keeps it. Spring training has quickly become the testing ground for how teams will actually use the system. The Minnesota Twins have been among the most aggressive teams in challenging calls, leading the league in overturned decisions early in camp as they experiment with the margins of the strike zone. Meanwhile, the Athletics have stood out for efficiency, posting the highest challenge success rate in baseball so far by winning roughly seventy percent of their appeals. Leaguewide data suggests about half of all challenges are overturned, reinforcing the idea that the biggest edge may belong to players with elite strike-zone awareness rather than teams that simply challenge the most. Spring training has also produced several intriguing individual and organizational storylines. In Detroit's system, Kevin McGonigle is beginning to look like one of the most advanced young hitters in professional baseball. The 21-year-old shortstop recently opened an exhibition game by launching the first pitch he saw from former All-Star Luis Severino for a home run. McGonigle's combination of strike-zone discipline, elite contact ability, and emerging power recently earned him an 80-grade hit tool evaluation, the highest grade scouts can assign to a hitter. In limited spring action he has posted a .400/.471/.667 line, further reinforcing the belief that he could eventually become one of the defining hitters of the Tigers' next competitive window. In Colorado, the organization's long search for stability at first base continues more than a decade after Todd Helton's retirement. This spring that conversation centers around Charlie Condon and TJ Rumfield. Condon, the third overall pick in the 2024 draft out of Georgia, arrived in professional baseball with one of the most dominant offensive seasons in recent NCAA history, hitting 37 home runs while batting .433. His raw power could eventually play extremely well at Coors Field. Rumfield represents a different profile — a more experienced hitter who spent all of last season in Triple-A hitting .285 with an .825 OPS. Colorado now faces a familiar decision between accelerating a high-upside prospect or relying on the steadier upper-minors bat. Atlanta is dealing with a far more complicated roster situation. Jurickson Profar is facing a potential 162-game suspension after testing positive for a performance-enhancing drug for the second time within the past year. Under MLB's Joint Drug Prevention and Treatment Program, a second violation results in a full-season suspension and forfeiture of salary. Profar is expected to appeal the decision through the MLB Players Association, which leaves the Braves in a difficult holding pattern as they attempt to plan their Opening Day roster. If the suspension stands, Atlanta will suddenly need to replace a projected middle-of-the-lineup bat. Finally, one of the most closely watched prospects in baseball continues to generate attention in Pittsburgh. Konnor Griffin, the 19-year-old shortstop and the No. 1 prospect in the sport, has already launched three home runs in limited Grapefruit League action. Griffin's power-speed combination has drawn comparisons to some of the most dynamic young players in the game. Last season he hit .333 with 21 home runs and 65 stolen bases across three minor league levels, eventually finishing the year at Double-A. The bigger question now is timing. If Griffin were to make the Opening Day roster, he would become the first teenage hitter to debut in the majors since Ken Griffey Jr. in 1989. The Pirates may still choose to delay that debut for development or service-time reasons, but early spring performances are beginning to make that decision far more complicated. Spring training often produces noise, but the themes beginning to emerge this year feel more substantial: the return of baseball's biggest international tournament, a technological change that could reshape the strike zone conversation, and a wave of young talent preparing to define the next era of the sport. The season is approaching quickly. And the real signals are starting to appear.

Jake Storiale from Jomboy Media joins the show to preview the MLB season and break down the biggest storylines heading into Opening Day. Who’s the biggest threat to knock off the powerhouse Los Angeles Dodgers? Storiale also explains why he’s more skeptical than most about the New York Mets and where they could fall short. The guys debate whether CC Sabathia deserves to have his number retired by the New York Yankees, rank the best rotations in baseball, and discuss how much of the Chicago Cubs’ season hinges on whether Pete Crow-Armstrong can return to an MVP level in Chicago. Finally, Mikey A prepares a game in which the crew blind ranks Yankees players since 2000.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Hosts Joe Maddon and Tom Verducci the difference between Spring Training and the World Baseball Classic. What makes it so popular and great for baseball? Tom notes the growing popularity of the event as it starts its 6th year. Konnor Griffin has been impressive in Spring Training. Tom gives some impressive comps that has Joe excited about Griffin as a player. Legendary ump Bruce Froemming passed away and Joe happens to have been his very last ejection. Plus, a fun promotion coming this season for the Cardinals! Joe recalls some great event nights for teams and even some that should be avoided! The Book of Joe Podcast is a production of iHeart Radio. #fsrSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Giants writer, Alex Pavlovic joins the show to preview today’s exhibition matchup between the Giants and Team USA. He also breaks down Bryce Eldridge’s chances of making the Opening Day roster and what the organization wants to see from him this spring.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Giants writer, Alex Pavlovic joins the show to preview today’s exhibition matchup between the Giants and Team USA. He also breaks down Bryce Eldridge’s chances of making the Opening Day roster and what the organization wants to see from him this spring.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hart, Fitzy and Dan rank the lineup, pitching staff, manager, front office and ownership of the Red Sox, from best to worst, ahead of Opening Day.

The guys debate the Mike Brown Knicks' sky-high ceiling, frustratingly low floor, and why regular-season reactions can swing wildly game to game. Strong defense, hot three-point shooting, and key performances show how dangerous this team can be — but consistency remains the missing piece. Things get spicy when a prominent fan publicly begs Giannis to come to New York, sparking a rant about whether a legitimate contender should ever sound that desperate. From there it turns into a classic WFAN free-for-all: callers argue the show should have led with the Knicks, hosts push back on regular-season overreactions, and coaching adjustments plus lineup experimentation come under the microscope. The hour closes on baseball with a passionate Mets debate: Who should start Opening Day — Freddy Peralta or rookie phenom Nolan McClain? Respect for the veteran vs hype for the future, contract psychology, clubhouse dynamics, and fan expectations all collide, along with a wild prediction game for the temperature at first pitch at Citi Field. A chaotic, funny, very New York finish to a jam-packed hour.

Ron Darling's blunt assessment of the rotation. With six healthy starters, is it finally time to stop building around Cody Singer and lock into a traditional five-man plan? The guys break down the risk of a six-man rotation, how it could cost Nolan McClain and Freddy Peralta valuable starts, and why Carlos Mendoza has a season-defining decision to make before Opening Day. Evan also pushes his favorite compromise: a “tag team” piggyback strategy that could maximize depth while protecting arms. Then spring training drama hits. Cardinals broadcasters call out Juan Soto for not running out a pop-up, and Evan and Tiki go at it over whether hustle even matters in March. Is it lazy optics, smart injury prevention, or fake outrage from a meaningless game in Jupiter? Plus, a quick look at Clay Holmes' development, pitchers experimenting with new stuff, and why nothing you see right now should cause panic… yet.

Evan & Tiki discuss all the topics from the weekend including the report of big changes to the Giants roster, Aaron Glenn still dealing with his sleep schedule, the Knicks win over the Spurs, the Islanders continuing to win, the Mets opening day starter, the best 48s in history and more!

(0:00) Felger, Mazz, and Murray open the show discussing Stefon Diggs and his future with the Patriots ahead of NFL Free Agency starting next week. (16:55) The callers give their thoughts on Diggs and the Patriots. (24:19) What is the latest with Marcelo Mayer and the Red Sox as Mayer looks to lock in a spot in the Opening Day lineup. Plus, how do we feel about the World Baseball Classic? (36:57) Would the Patriots trade a 1st round pick for Maxx Crosby? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

“Giants Talk” hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic predict San Francisco's Opening Day roster and offer the latest on Bryce Eldridge. Plus, Alex sits down with Harrison Bader. -- (2:30) - The latest from spring training (7:20) - Predicting San Francisco's Opening Day roster (18:10) - Who fills the Giants' DH role? (19:00) - Pitching updates (24:00) - Giants health updates (28:40) - Fan mailbag questions (41:00) - Harrison Bader interview Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Gio's out one more day, so Boomer and Jerry open with the Knicks' dominant defensive win over the Spurs at MSG before C-Lo checks in with the highlights. Also, Jerry's call of a big Rutgers road win over Maryland, Matthew Schaefer's scoring streak for Isles, Boomer reacts to the Mets choosing Freddy Peralta as the Opening Day starter. Finally, Jerry's trip to Maryland, where he tracked down Boomer's plaque and swapped stories with his former classmates.

A caller suggests the Giants draft the kicker from Hawaii followed by a question on whether Boomer would root for Matthew Schaefer and the Islanders if the Rangers are out. C-Lo has highlights of Schaefer and the Islanders, plus, an SNL clip featuring Jack Hughes, Hilary Knight, and the actor from Heated Rivalry, and Villanova coach Kevin Willard's memories of the tough work environment under Rick Pitino. We finish up with the Knicks' balanced win and guessing the Jets' Opening Day starter.