Podcasts about Passan

Hour 1: Poni and Donny are live from Mike's Beer Bar for the World Cup today! Do the Pirates have to keep Henry Davis to make Paul Skenes happy? Jeff Passan claims the Pirates could trade for some major names. And Nick Farabaugh joins the guys for his weekly segment!

Ben Lindbergh and Meg Rowley banter about baseball’s time to shine after the NBA/NHL seasons and a structural difference between basketball and baseball, Jacob Misiorowski achieving escape velocity and entering the deGrom Zone (and a change he’s made that may matter more than his increased speed), the impending posting of red-hot Teruaki Sato, the losers and losers of the Rafael Devers deal one year later, what the trade deadline will look like in this topsy-turvy season, and (42:55) what MLB should do to avoid a repeat of the Giants’ Pride Night debacle, plus (1:25:45) closing banter about games starting/ending too early for night owls. Audio intro: The Gagnés, “Effectively Wild Theme” Audio outro: Daniel Leckie, “Effectively Wild Theme” Link to 82-0 Link to 162-0 Link to Jimmy John’s wiki Link to Misiorowski game Link to Misiorowski fun fact Link to The Miz max speed by game Link to The Miz zone rate by game Link to Skubal game-ending pitch Link to Skubal comeback Link to “Just Dropped In” Link to The Miz on Pokémon 1 Link to The Miz on Pokémon 2 Link to Charmander wiki Link to Charizard wiki Link to Mega Charizard X wiki Link to Ground type Pokémon wiki Link to Ben on the Brewers’ clutchness Link to FG playoff odds Link to FG post on the White Sox Link to Passan’s deadline preview Link to FG post on Ramírez injury Link to The Athletic on the Devers trade Link to Rosenthal on the Giants’ deadline Link to MLBTR on Sato Link to SFGate on the Giants Link to McCovey Chronicles on the Giants Link to Katie on the Giants Link to Grant on the Giants Link to Outsports on the Giants Link to SF Chronicle on the Giants Link to SF Chronicle on the Giants 2 Link to Webb quote Link to Bates story Link to info on Dodgers caps Link to Outsports on Dodgers caps Link to Dodgers’ Burke/Bean memorial Link to 2022 Rays story Link to NHL Pride story 1 Link to NHL Pride story 2 Link to NHL Pride story 3 Link to Outsports on Strider Link to Outsports on MLB warning Link to The Athletic on MLB warning Link to uniform rules Link to Outsports on Affeldt Link to Picard scene Link to SBJ on start times Link to year-over-year attendance 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

Ben Lindbergh and Meg Rowley discuss the initial CBA proposals by the MLBPA and MLB: some specific points of departure and alignment, whether we really learned anything about what each side wants or the likelihood of lost games, and what the rhetoric and rebuttals say about the PR battle to come. Then (50:08) they banter about whether baseball broadcasts could ever get good enough to endanger attendance, why ABS challenge rates haven’t closely correlated with batter quality, a difference between what fans and neutral spectators tend to enjoy about teams, whether ace-type starting-pitcher seasons are making a partial comeback, a threat to baserunners and bat-dog employment, and a mid-start stretching-related mishap. Audio intro: Justin Peters, “Effectively Wild Theme” Audio outro: Ian H., “Effectively Wild Theme” Link to Drellich on franchise values Link to MLBPA proposals Link to Drellich on the MLBPA proposals Link to Normandin on the MLBPA proposals Link to Mains on the MLBPA proposals Link to Drellich on the MLB proposals Link to Meyer statement Link to Caplin statement Link to CBA math post 1 Link to CBA math post 2 Link to Episode 1542 Link to Passan’s CBA proposals breakdown Link to Ben’s bargaining primer Link to Hershberger’s 1876 post Link to Sam on challenge rates Link to challenge leaderboard Link to Andrews on Wood’s challenges Link to pitcher-pace leaderboard Link to batter-pace leaderboard Link to George injury article Link to bat-dog suspension article 1 Link to bat-dog suspension article 2 Link to “Pups in the Park” page Link to 2025 bat-dog call-up Link to Pérez injury article Link to Reddit comment about Ben Link to MLBTR on Brebbia Link to MLBTR on Jones 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

Ben Lindbergh and Meg Rowley banter about Craig Kimbrel’s new home, Colton Cowser’s walk-offs, Chris Taylor’s rapid retirement, unretirement, and re-retirement, whether the Mets should sell (and whom they could deal), the relative improvement of MLB’s worst teams, the Blue Jays’ (and Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s) punchless contact, the historic hitting of this season’s MLB debutants, Gage Jump and the best-ever early returns for a draft class, whether the Athletics’ and Pirates’ production has been as lopsided as expected, an Oneil Cruz update, a trio of teams that has benefited from stable rotations, the Astros’ combined no-hitter, the Cubs’ extreme streakiness (and nondescript roster), more Giants innovations in thrusting, and Bryce Harper’s toothpaste/toothbrush technique, plus postscript updates. Audio intro: Sean .P, “Effectively Wild Theme” Audio outro: Liz Panella, “Effectively Wild Theme” Link to MLBTR on Kimbrel Link to post on Kimbrel’s destinations Link to team RP over prior 14 days Link to team RP over prior 30 days Link to Diekman predictions pod Link to final Diekman stats update Link to Cowser post Link to Cowser gamer Link to MLB.com on Taylor Link to MLBTR on Taylor Link to FG playoff odds Link to Mets impending free agents Link to article about 2025 Blue Jays hitting Link to 2026 team wRC+ Link to 2025 team ISO and K% Link to 2026 team ISO and K% Link to 2025 team Barrels/BBE% Link to 2026 team Barrels/BBE% Link to 2025 team hard-hit % Link to 2026 team hard-hit % Link to MLB debutants spreadsheet Link to B-Ref’s new debuts Link to Nishida debut story Link to MLB rookie offense Link to Passan on Jump Link to 2024 first round Link to MLBTR on Jump Link to draft-class data Link to Ben on the Pirates and A’s Link to team hitter WAR Link to team pitcher WAR Link to on-pace leaderboard Link to single-season strikeouts leaders Link to combined no-hitter gamer Link to FG post on the no-hitter Link to BP post on the no-hitter Link to Bumpus SABR bio Link to SABR Bumpus no-no story Link to Langs on Bumpus/Santa Link to 2026 MLB RP stats Link to 2026 MLB SP stats Link to team SP leaderboard Link to Cubs WAR leaders Link to Sam on the 2016 Giants Link to streaky teams spreadsheet Link to McCringleberry sketch Link to McCringleberry homage 1 Link to McCringleberry homage 2 Link to Harper’s TikTok Link to Lindbergh burrito method Link to Nishida throw 1 Link to Nishida throw 2 Link to Cubs streak fact 1 Link to Cubs streak fact 2 Link to Rangers’ revenge stat Link to Sox scoring stat 1 Link to Sox scoring stat 2 Link to Marlins/Cardinals/Twins candidates Link to list of ballpark claimants 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

Would you be willing to give up a season of baseball to get a salary cap? Jeff Passan doesn't think MLB will lose games next season. Passan thinks if baseball misses time in 2027 that fans won't come back to the teams quickly. Are you willing to sacrifice a full year of baseball for a salary cap and floor? Is it worth losing a season for a cap and floor that might have a difference of $130 million dollars?

Hour 4 with Bob Pompeani and Joe Starkey: Would you be willing to give up a season of baseball to get a salary cap? Jeff Passan doesn't think MLB will lose games next season. Passan thinks if baseball misses time in 2027 that fans won't come back to the teams quickly. Are you willing to sacrifice a full year of baseball for a salary cap and floor? Jason thinks Chandler should be overthinking and some Pirates pitchers are pitching to much for strikeouts. The Pirates need to do a better job of communicating in the outfield.

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, please visit our Patreon. Ben Lindbergh and Meg Rowley banter about whether Dodgers catcher Dalton Rushing is the new reigning redass of MLB, and the first in-depth he-said, they-said mud-slinging about Craig Breslow and Boston’s coaching cull. Then (35:19) they Stat Blast about the longest streaks of series wins and non-losses to start a season (or at any point in a season), lapping the league in run differential, and batterymates who were previously exchanged in a trade, before bringing on Ben Clemens of FanGraphs (49:36) to talk about whether Munetaka Murakami’s hot start is sustainable (and if so, why he was widely underestimated), how the strike zone has been shrunk and reshaped in the ABS era—somewhat counterintuitively, not just because of overturned calls—and the potential short/long-term effects on scoring. Audio intro: El Warren, “Effectively Wild Theme” Audio interstitial: Kite Person, “Effectively Wild Theme” Audio outro: Jonathan Crymes, “Effectively Wild Theme 2” Link to “redass” definition Link to Carig on “redass” Link to Rushing timeline Link to “fishy” comment clip Link to “fishy” comment article Link to Rockies celebration Link to Lee incident clip Link to Rushing denial Link to Lee incident article Link to Amaya incident clip Link to Hoerner comments Link to Rushing’s slide Link to Arraez comments Link to timeout request Link to 2015 Williams feature Link to Breslow/Boston report Link to fatberg wiki Link to streaks spreadsheet Link to Columbus Solons wiki Link to traded batterymates Link to Ben’s catchers research Link to Shackleton wiki Link to Clemens on Murakami Link to chase rate leaderboard Link to Passan on Ohtani in 2018 Link to Passan’s follow-up Link to Clemens on the strike zone Link to strike zone definition Link to Trueblood on the strike zone Link to Trueblood on challenges Link to Sam on 3-0 autostrikes Link to 2025 buffer zone change Link to ump accuracy over time Link to Ben on umpire grading Link to kernel regression wiki Link to 2024-26 MLB rates Link to 2025 MLB rates through same date Link to 2024 MLB rates through same date Link to highest full-season rates Link to Federer Hawk-Eye stance 1 Link to Federer Hawk-Eye stance 2 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

Brock and Salk dive more into the Julio Rodriguez conversation and how he is the ultimate driver of this Mariners team, along with if he could get hot earlier than usual this season. Later, jeff Passan of ESPN joins the show for his weekly segment in which he shares his thoughts on the Astros pitching, Julio Rodriguez, stars stepping up and much more.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker start the off-day edition with a look back on the Blue Jays' win over the Dodgers to avoid a sweep and snap a six-game losing streak. They discuss Daulton Varsho's slow start, Shohei Ohtani's 'special treatment', and their impressions of Dylan Cease after his third start. Later, ESPN MLB insider Jeff Passan (23:58) joins the show ahead of the debut episode of his new podcast, Sources Tell Jeff Passan. He discusses an upcoming episode featuring John Schneider and Dave Roberts reflecting on the World Series, the Jays' slow start, the biggest surprises so far this season, the Brewers' culture, and the Astros' ceiling. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Salk starts the show off with more late night Mariners texts from the text line as they drop another game to the Rangers. Then, they re-air their interciew with jeff Passan of ESPN in which he breaks down the Mariners slow start, Cal Raleigh, Emerson Hancock and plenty more.

Ben Lindbergh and Meg Rowley banter about Joey Wiemer, Colt Emerson’s contract, the concept of “sticking at shortstop,” and pre-arbitration (and pre-debut) extension trends, then (29:11) answer listener emails about A.J. Preller trading himself, Harrison Bader and the press conference threshold, plotting to prevent a switch-hitter from batting from both sides, no-selling a World Series ring ceremony, giveaway promotions at every game, a Craig Kimbrel PitchCom hypothesis, the top five MLB owners, pitch-count limits in a World Series perfect game bid, technical fouls in baseball, the aesthetic appeal of platooning, and lifetime .500 franchises. Audio intro: Garrett Krohn, “Effectively Wild Theme” Audio outro: Andy Ellison, “Effectively Wild Theme” Link to Baumann on Wiemer Link to MLB.com on Wiemer Link to FG combined WAR leaderboard Link to “small sample” song Link to Voros’ Law Link to “WDJDD?” (short) Link to “WDJDD?” (long) Link to MLBTR on Emerson Link to Nichols’ Law of Catcher Defense Link to Passan tweet about Emerson Link to FG post on Pratt Link to Sam on extensions Link to Bader story Link to Seinfeld “sponge-worthy” clips Link to Kiri on promotions Link to “Things Fitting Perfectly Into Other Things” Link to Meg on the baseball penalty box Link to Diamondbacks bullpen story Link to “Maddux” stat Link to franchise W-L records Link to listener emails database 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

Ben Lindbergh and Meg Rowley banter about Mike Trout’s hot start, Dub Gleed’s (nick)name, the challenge system as a mainstream sensation, several tactical considerations, listener emails, premature conclusions, and pedantic points after a weekend’s worth of ABS action, Munetaka Murakami’s early slugging, a Brewers call-up and extension, NBC’s broadcast crews, and more, plus a few follow-ups. Audio intro: Philip Tapley and Michael Stokes, “Effectively Wild Theme” Audio outro: Guy Russo, “Effectively Wild Theme” Link to the other ABS Link to Gleed trade story Link to challenge system tweet 1 Link to challenge system tweet 2 Link to Ben on the challenge system Link to Sam on the challenge system Link to UmpScorecards data Link to Rosenthal on the challenge system Link to Passan on the challenge system Link to ABS system wiki Link to Petriello on 2025 ABS data Link to team ABS leaderboard Link to ABS dashboard Link to ABS player leaderboard Link to Crizer on the challenge system Link to debutant dingers query Link to 2026 debutant dingers Link to Murakami NPB analysis Link to Murakami fun fact Link to Reds Opening Days story Link to Shelton ejection clip Link to Bucknor story Link to Bucknor challenges Link to Bucknor scorecard Link to Bucknor story Link to Cora ejection Link to ABS and manager ejections info 1 Link to ABS and manager ejections info 2 Link to ABS and manager ejections info 3 Link to Quero call-up info Link to MLBTR on Pratt Link to FG Brewers list Link to Sam on check swings Link to AP on Benetti Link to MLBTR on Pratt Link to listener emails database Link to “burn the ships” wiki Link to article about Syracuse team 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

The guys get into the idea that Luka deserves to at least be in the conversation for MVP - but Sedano has a major gripe with one of the things John Ireland said about Luka. Jeff Passan from ESPN stops by to talk about how and why MLB is currently the Dodgers' world and everyone else is just living in it. The guys react to what Passan said about the Dodgers, the labor negotiations and if there's a simple solution. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Salk and Shannon Drayer go through the No. 2 Most Intriguing Mariner on Salk's list, as he continues to count down the top ten. Today, it's Cal Raleigh. Later, jeff Passan of ESPN joins the show for his weekly appearance in which he previews the 2026 Mariners, describes why he is so high on them, expectations for Cal Raleigh and Julio Rodriguez and much more.

Ben Lindbergh and Meg Rowley banter about Team USA’s pre-WBC warm-up games, follow up on spring training ballpark naming rights, and discuss Jurickson Profar’s second PED suspension in as many seasons, then preview the 2026 New York Yankees (20:07) with The New York Daily News’ Gary Phillips, and the 2026 St. Louis Cardinals (59:53) with The St. Louis Post-Dispatch’s Derrick Goold. 2026 EW Season Preview Series ALBALCHWATHBOSCLEHOUNYYDETLAATBRKCRSEATORMINTEX NLATLCHCARIMIACINCOLNYMMILLADPHIPITSDPWSNSTLSFG .intro-team, .intro-team td { font-family: lato, Arial, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; margin-bottom: 20px; } .intro-team .intro-header { /*display: none;*/ text-align: center; } .team-lg { text-align: center; width: 100%; } /* [class^="team-box-"] > div { display: inline-block; width: 48%; } [class^="team-box-"] > div table { width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; } [class^="team-box-"] > div td { background-color: #efefef; border: 1px solid #ccc; line-height: 2; text-align: center; cursor: default; } [class^="team-box-"] > div a { color: #000; text-decoration: none; display: block; width: 100% } [class^="team-box-"] > div a:hover { color: #50ae26; } [class^="team-box-"] > div a.link-inactive { color: #aaa; } */ Audio intro: Beatwriter, “Effectively Wild Theme” Audio interstitial 1: The Gagnés, “Effectively Wild Theme” Audio interstitial 2: Sean .P , “Effectively Wild Theme” Audio outro: The Shirey Brothers, “Effectively Wild Theme” Link to Team USA vs. Giants gamer Link to Team USA vs. Rockies story Link to Kershaw clip Link to Sunny clip Link to Passan on Profar Link to MLBTR on Profar Link to Arrested Development clip Link to Goodyear wiki Link to Wrench Group story Link to milkshake duck meme Link to Wrigley naming info Link to team payrolls page Link to Yankees offseason tracker Link to Yankees depth chart Link to Cashman comments Link to Gary on Cashman’s comments Link to Ben on team turnover Link to Stanton comments Link to Chisholm comments Link to Gary on Volpe Link to 2025 team RP WAR Link to team RP projections Link to Petriello on Judge and ABS Link to team challenges leaderboard Link to Gary on Yankees challenge strategy Link to Yankees sewage story Link to Gary’s author archive Link to Cardinals offseason tracker Link to Cardinals depth chart Link to Derrick on the roster Link to team fielders by FRV Link to team FRV leaderboard Link to YoY attendance data Link to 2025 team K% Link to projected team WAR Link to Simpsons “That’s the joke” clip Link to Herrera/Raleigh data Link to Derrick’s author archive Link to Derrick’s podcast 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

Passan talks Diamondbacks, Ketel Marte, Dodgers, World Baseball Classic, and more.

Ben Lindbergh and Meg Rowley banter about a generous podcast listener, Bruce Meyer’s elevation to interim executive director of the MLBPA, his framing of the sport’s competitive challenges, media messaging vis-à-vis the owners’ and players’ potential responsibility for missed games in 2027, and the creep of pitch-calling from the dugout, then preview the 2026 Detroit Tigers (53:35) with The Athletic’s Cody Stavenhagen, and the 2026 Athletics (1:31:28) with A’s on SI’s Jason Burke. 2026 EW Season Preview Series ALBALCHWATHBOSCLEHOUNYYDETLAATBRKCRSEATORMINTEX NLATLCHCARIMIACINCOLNYMMILLADPHIPITSDPWSNSTLSFG .intro-team, .intro-team td { font-family: lato, Arial, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; margin-bottom: 20px; } .intro-team .intro-header { /*display: none;*/ text-align: center; } .team-lg { text-align: center; width: 100%; } /* [class^="team-box-"] > div { display: inline-block; width: 48%; } [class^="team-box-"] > div table { width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; } [class^="team-box-"] > div td { background-color: #efefef; border: 1px solid #ccc; line-height: 2; text-align: center; cursor: default; } [class^="team-box-"] > div a { color: #000; text-decoration: none; display: block; width: 100% } [class^="team-box-"] > div a:hover { color: #50ae26; } [class^="team-box-"] > div a.link-inactive { color: #aaa; } */ Audio intro: Harold Walker, “Effectively Wild Theme” Audio interstitial 1: Liz Panella, “Effectively Wild Theme” Audio interstitial 2: Dave Armstrong and Mike Murray, “Effectively Wild Theme” Audio outro: Alex Ferrin, “Effectively Wild Theme” Link to Reddit comment Link to “meatspace” explainer Link to “meatbag” explainer Link to Meyer comments 1 Link to Meyer comments 2 Link to BP on competitive balance Link to Drellich on Meyer Link to Passan on the MLBPA Link to Crizer on dugout pitch-calling Link to EW on 2025 dugout pitch-calling Link to Bendix comments Link to Giants pitch-calling article Link to Vitello comments Link to Rockies article Link to Ben on in-game interviews Link to team payrolls page Link to Tigers offseason tracker Link to Tigers depth chart Link to catcher WAR leaderboard Link to Cody’s author archive Link to Cody’s podcast Link to Athletics offseason tracker Link to Athletics depth chart Link to FG top 100 Link to Vegas promotions Link to Sacramento jerseys Link to Jason’s author archive 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

Ben Lindbergh and Meg Rowley banter about hamate fractures and other deflating spring training injury announcements, Zack Wheeler’s preserved rib, Chris Getz and Luisangel Acuña, a profusion of salary cap coverage, and more, and then preview the 2026 Baltimore Orioles (38:50) with The Baltimore Banner’s Andy Kostka, and the 2026 San Diego Padres (1:27:28) with MLB.com’s AJ Cassavell. 2026 EW Season Preview Series ALBALCHWATHBOSCLEHOUNYYDETLAATBRKCRSEATORMINTEX NLATLCHCARIMIACINCOLNYMMILLADPHIPITSDPWSNSTLSFG .intro-team, .intro-team td { font-family: lato, Arial, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; margin-bottom: 20px; } .intro-team .intro-header { /*display: none;*/ text-align: center; } .team-lg { text-align: center; width: 100%; } /* [class^="team-box-"] > div { display: inline-block; width: 48%; } [class^="team-box-"] > div table { width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; } [class^="team-box-"] > div td { background-color: #efefef; border: 1px solid #ccc; line-height: 2; text-align: center; cursor: default; } [class^="team-box-"] > div a { color: #000; text-decoration: none; display: block; width: 100% } [class^="team-box-"] > div a:hover { color: #50ae26; } [class^="team-box-"] > div a.link-inactive { color: #aaa; } */ Audio intro: Gabriel-Ernest, “Effectively Wild Theme” Audio interstitial 1: The Gagnés, “Effectively Wild Theme” Audio interstitial 2: Moon Hound, “Effectively Wild Theme” Audio outro: Josh Busman, “Effectively Wild Theme” Link to hamate injuries story Link to “bird bones” wiki Link to hamate research 1 Link to hamate research 2 Link to Acuña 200% story Link to >100% wiki entry Link to Casas “dry swings” story Link to rib story Link to Castellanos post Link to Gelb on Castellanos Link to Castellanos release news Link to Craig on Castellanos Link to Stubbs milk post Link to Kimbrel photo Link to Kimbrel photo thread Link to Tong photo Link to Getz/Acuña montage Link to Getz/Acuña story Link to Sam on Getz/Acuña Link to Murakami misspelling Link to prediction markets story Link to Passan cap story Link to previous Passan cap story Link to Drellich cap story Link to previous Drellich cap story Link to Rubenstein/Epstein story Link to team payrolls page Link to Orioles offseason tracker Link to Orioles depth chart Link to team SP projections Link to team RP projections Link to team offseason spending Link to Elias quote Link to O’s catchers Link to Andy’s author archive Link to Padres offseason tracker Link to Padres depth chart Link to AJ’s last 2025 post Link to AJ’s first 2026 post Link to Padres sale story 1 Link to Padres sale story 2 Link to Padres sale story 3 Link to Manfred quote Link to team RP WAR Link to team ISO Link to ESPN farm rankings Link to BP farm rankings Link to BA on Padres prospects Link to Shildt story Link to AJ on Preller Link to AJ’s author archive Link to Stathead query 1 Link to Stathead query 2 Link to Stathead query 3 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

Ben Lindbergh and Meg Rowley banter about MLB player chatbots, an Addison Barger giveaway, Tarik Skubal’s big arbitration win, the Tigers signing Framber Valdez, and a rough week for sports media, then (36:29) begin the 14th annual EW season preview series by discussing the 2026 Houston Astros with The Athletic’s Chandler Rome, and the 2026 Arizona Diamondbacks (1:25:35) with The Arizona Republic’s Nick Piecoro, followed (1:54:53) by a postscript. 2026 EW Season Preview Series ALBALCHWATHBOSCLEHOUNYYDETLAATBRKCRSEATORMINTEX NLATLCHCARIMIACINCOLNYMMILLADPHIPITSDPWSNSTLSFG .intro-team, .intro-team td { font-family: lato, Arial, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; margin-bottom: 20px; } .intro-team .intro-header { /*display: none;*/ text-align: center; } .team-lg { text-align: center; width: 100%; } /* [class^="team-box-"] > div { display: inline-block; width: 48%; } [class^="team-box-"] > div table { width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; } [class^="team-box-"] > div td { background-color: #efefef; border: 1px solid #ccc; line-height: 2; text-align: center; cursor: default; } [class^="team-box-"] > div a { color: #000; text-decoration: none; display: block; width: 100% } [class^="team-box-"] > div a:hover { color: #50ae26; } [class^="team-box-"] > div a.link-inactive { color: #aaa; } */ Audio intro: Alex Ferrin, “Effectively Wild Theme” Audio interstitial 1: Austin Klewan, “Effectively Wild Theme” Audio interstitial 2: Sean .P, “Effectively Wild Theme” Audio outro: Tom Rhoads, “Effectively Wild Theme” Link to chatbots story Link to Barger story Link to season preview series wiki Link to Passan on Skubal Link to Baumann on Skubal Link to Dan S. on Framber Link to Rosenthal on the Pirates Link to Rosenthal on the Tigers Link to Chandler on the cross-up Link to team SP projections Link to NPR on WaPo Link to NYT on WaPo sports Link to The Ringer on WaPo sports Link to The New Yorker on WaPo Link to The Atlantic on WaPo Link to Silver on WaPo Link to MLB.com layoffs Link to Grant post Link to team payrolls Link to Astros offseason tracker Link to Astros depth chart Link to BP IL Ledger Link to Dan S. on team injuries Link to Chandler on Correa Link to Chandler on Imai Link to Chandler on the infield Link to Chandler on Espada/Brown Link to Trueblood on Peña Link to Chandler’s author archive Link to Crush City Territory Link to Diamondbacks offseason tracker Link to Diamondbacks depth chart Link to team RP WAR Link to team RP WPA Link to ballpark funding deal info Link to more funding deal info Link to funding deal opinion piece Link to renovations preview Link to Nick on the Alexander trade Link to FG post on Santana Link to Nick’s author archive Link to Boehly/Epstein article Link to ESPN’s Clase report Link to Ben on Clase Link to EW episode on Clase Link to SABR awards voting Link to Wood/Lolich IP leaderboard Link to Lolich obit 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

Ben Lindbergh and Meg Rowley banter about a flurry of transactions and a three-team-trade dilemma, then break down the J.T. Realmuto, Bo Bichette, and Kyle Tucker deals, plus talk of baseball economics and Emmanuel Clase’s roosters. Audio intro: Moon Hound, “Effectively Wild Theme” Audio outro: Nate Emerson, “Effectively Wild Theme” Link to FG post on Castro Link to MLBTR on three-team trade Link to Passan on Tucker Link to Passan on three-team trade Link to two buttons meme Link to Passan meme Link to FG post on Realmuto Link to FG post on Bichette Link to FG post on Tucker Link to Ben on Tucker Link to Cohen tweet 1 Link to Cohen tweet 2 Link to FG quarter-zips Link to over/under draft results Link to Ben on free agency Link to Passan on free agency Link to offseason FA spending Link to bad Tucker swing Link to Ben on Yordan’s slump Link to Roberts comments Link to owner floor proposal Link to floor proposal analysis Link to Walker comment Link to champion complacency Link to FA fits episode Link to team hitter age Link to team OF WAR Link to MLB execs poll Link to Tucker persona story Link to Tucker cWPA Link to Teoscar in RF Link to Teoscar in LF Link to team depth chart projections Link to team payrolls page Link to Dodgers CBT tax spending Link to 2006 team payrolls Link to 2005 team payrolls Link to 2003 Onion headline Link to Kershaw WBC news Link to Clase roosters story Link to more on Clase roosters Link to quotes about Clase 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

Ben Lindbergh and Meg Rowley break down the Cubs’ big Alex Bregman signing, Nolan Arenado’s trade to Arizona, Kauffman Stadium’s soon-to-be-cozier confines, and a former GM’s dismissal of advanced stats, plus a few follow-ups. Audio intro: Josh Busman, “Effectively Wild Theme” Audio outro: Ian H., “Effectively Wild Theme” Link to Andrews on Bregman Link to Baumann on Bregman Link to Langs on draftees Link to Montgomery on Boras Link to Kennedy comments Link to Sheehan on the Sox Link to Tucker rumors Link to team depth charts Link to team payrolls Link to Baumann on Arenado Link to Passan on Kauffman Link to Royals announcement tweet Link to ballpark homogenization Link to LA Memorial Coliseum info Link to Statcast park factors Link to Pasquantino take Link to Rooker retort Link to Mack piece at BP Link to Sam on where to put a pit Link to Amaro wiki Link to Amaro tweet 1 Link to Amaro tweet 2 Link to Bichette report Link to Collins report Link to stream Stove League Link to Stove League pods Link to Sea Unicorns article 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

Ben Lindbergh and Meg Rowley banter about a breakup of baseball lookalikes, minor league free agent draft eligibility, and more players who unretired after becoming coaches, then break down the latest baseball broadcasting developments, Rob Manfred’s recent comments (about his priorities and future, an offseason signing deadline, and regular-season structure), Tarik Skubal’s historic arbitration case, and, inspired by sensational hockey streaming series Heated Rivalry (which they discuss without spoilers), when an active MLB player might publicly come out. Audio intro: Benny and a Million Shetland Ponies, “Effectively Wild Theme (Horny)” Audio outro: Beatwriter, “Effectively Wild Theme” Link to MLBTR on Fitzgerald Link to Sojo article Link to Campbell hiring Link to TV network news Link to MLBTR on TV networks Link to TV network news 2 Link to Entertainment Strategy Guy Link to streaming revenue info Link to more on streaming revenue Link to Manfred on a signing deadline Link to Rooker tweet Link to Harper sales article 1 Link to Harper sales article 2 Link to Manfred’s tournament comments Link to MLBTR on Skubal Link to The Athletic on Skubal Link to Passan on Skubal Link to Ben on arbitration Link to MLBTR on Kepler Link to Heated Rivalry Link to hockey culture article Link to Outsports article Link to Take Me Out wiki Link to EW Episode 1776 Link to Unwritten Rules Link to Manfred’s diversity comments Link to Venezuela article 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

Ben Lindbergh brings on ESPN senior MLB insider Jeff Passan to discuss the ins and outs of the newsbreaking business—how he reports and announces news, how newsbreaking in baseball differs from newsbreaking in other sports, conflicts of interest, the ills of social media, work-life balance, aging, his flirtation with switching to the basketball beat, and more—plus Jeff’s thoughts on ESPN’s relationship with MLB, the biggest surprises and questions of this hot stove season, and the outlook for a lockout. Then (1:06:55) Ben talks to The Athletic’s Sam Blum about what he learned from covering the wrongful death lawsuit filed by the family of Tyler Skaggs against the Angels, which was settled just before the jury reached a verdict. Audio intro: Nate Emerson, “Effectively Wild Theme” Audio interstitial: Grant Brisbee, “Effectively Wild Theme” Audio outro: Kite Person, “Effectively Wild Theme” Link to Jeff’s last EW appearance Link to Jeff’s newsbreaking origins Link to Jeff’s gravy tweet Link to aging research Link to article about aging Link to Woj comments Link to Schefter comments Link to Shams comments Link to Shams profile Link to Shams vs. Woj feature Link to Passan NBA report Link to exhibit 49 info Link to more exhibit 49 info Link to ESPN-MLB deal Link to ESPN-NFL deal Link to ESPN evolution Link to Jeff’s trade tweet Link to news about Jeff’s son Link to The LAT on the settlement Link to Sam on the settlement Link to Sam on Trout Link to MLB testing change 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

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker are back for an offseason edition as the Toronto Blue Jays have reportedly signed starting pitcher Dylan Cease to a 7-year, $210 million contract. They share their reactions to the move, what Cease can bring to Toronto's rotation, and what comes next on the Jays' list of offseason priorities. Sportsnet insider Shi Davidi (6:55) shares his thoughts on the signing, its impact on the team's plans moving forward, and what the rotation might look like with José Berríos and Louis Varland both competing for the 5th spot. Later, ESPN MLB insider Jeff Passan stops by (30:32) to discuss the timing of Cease's signing, the terms of the deal, and which position the Jays should target —by trade or signing— next. Finally, Passan looks at Bo Bichette's market and how he's valued as a free agent.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

In episode #179 of the Mets Weekly Podcast, we're back for 2026 Mets offseason coverage! As well as the latest news, rumors, & more! Tons to discuss…Latest from Passan on MetsMets linked to Framber ValdezNon-tender deadline candidatesViewer Questions& MORE!New episodes of our show are recorded live every week! So make sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel and turn on post notifications to not miss the next time we go live all offseason long!Video version of this episode:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=unPOX0stJyk Follow us on X & TikTok:https://twitter.com/MetsWeeklyPod https://www.tiktok.com/@metsweekly

6:00 HOUR: The Passan Manifesto, Thursday Touchdown

Jeff Passan reported that the Pirates were willing to offer double what they paid for in the Francisco Liriano contract for Josh Naylor. Passan also said the Pirates are in on Kyle Schwarber as well as two Japanese hitters. James Franklin has been hired by Virginia Tech. Will Franklin do well?

Intern Dom wrote a story on Bob in high school! Jeff Passan reported the Pirates are in on Kyle Schwarber and are strongly considering Konnor Griffin to be their everyday shortstop. Passan is one of the best in the business and Joe doesn't think Passan would report this if he didn't believe it. The Pirates need to try and sign Konnor Griffin to a long-term extension, even before he debuts.

Jeff Passan is reporting that the Pirates offered Josh Naylor double the contract they signed Francisco Liriano to. Like Skenes said, talk is cheap. We want to see the Pirates get something done. Passan linked the Bucs to Kyle Schwarber! There are two Japanese hitters the Pirates have been linked to.

Hour 4 with Joe Starkey: What changed for Mason Rudolph over the years? Mason Rudolph has done a good job playing with pace and working with the offense. Darnell Washington is showing great signs and has unique talents. Darius Slay is going to return as a starter. Jeff Passan is reporting that the Pirates offered Josh Naylor double the contract they signed Francisco Liriano too. Passan linked the Bucs to Kyle Schwarber!

BT & Sal dive deep into the MLB free agency landscape, using a Gemini-AI generated cliff notes version of a lengthy Jeff Passan article to hit the main points. They discuss the Mets' apparent willingness to trade almost anyone (Nimmo, McNeil, Senga, etc.) and the Yankees' dilemma over Trent Grisham's qualifying offer, with Sal arguing the move complicates the future of prospects like Dominguez. The "Bald-Faced Lie, Bald-Faced Truth" segment heats up with: The Mets Roster & AI: Will David Stearns use AI to build the team? (BT says Lie, Sal says Truth on its use). The Quick Attack: Did Jonathan Quick have the right to attack Mason Appleton for shooting the puck after the horn? (They both say Truth, respecting the unwritten rule). Nets Stink: Will the Nets win less than 10 games? (Sal says Truth, showing his disdain for the team). Finally, an industry source drops a bombshell, suggesting it's "very unlikely" Pete Alonso returns to the Mets, with the Angels being eyed as the "stupid team to overpay." The conversation concludes with a bizarre debate about the lack of urinal dividers at Citi Field and MetLife.

The Royals added Marcus Thames and Connor Dawson as big league hitting coaches and added a year to Salvy's contract. What's it mean and what's next?David Lesky (Publisher - Inside the Crown/@DBLesky), Les Norman (Former Royals OF/Author - Teaching the Tools of Hitting) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) discuss the latest Royals moves and more.- What Marcus Thames and Connor Dawson add?- Did the Royals get it right with Salvy's new deal?- Noah Cameron finishes 4th in the ROY voting.- What does Mason Black bring to KC?- The latest Royals trade rumors.- Passan thinks Gleyber Torres is a great fit in KC.

11/12/25 - Passan's perfect move, Jon's NFL Power Surge, Lions mid-week check-in, GregPom

Samantha Croston and Ashley Wenskoski are back to discuss an Edwin Diaz EMERGENCY - Jeff Passan wants him to sign with the Dodgers?! Discussing all things Diaz free agency...would it make sense for the Dodgers? Who would the Mets replace him with? And how much money is he going to get? Join us! 00:00-5:55: Passan's thoughts - do the Dodgers NEED Edwin Diaz? 5:56-11:46: Can the Mets AFFORD to lose him? Would David Stearns consider replacing him INTERNALLY? Who else is on the market? 11:47-15:16: How much is Diaz going to cost - and is it WORTH it? 15:17-16:44: Pat Murphy wins NL Manager of the Year again #mlb #mlbb #mlbbcreatorcamp #mlbbaseball #baseball #podcast #losangeles #losangelesdodgers #dodgers #dodgersbaseball #newyork #newyorkmets #mets #metsbaseball #lfgm #lgm #mlblb #edwindiaz #freeagency #mlbfreeagency LIKE, COMMENT, SUBSCRIBE, LISTEN ON ALL PLATFORMS: https://www.flowcode.com/page/whymetspod#freeagency #mlbfreeagency LIKE, COMMENT, SUBSCRIBE, LISTEN ON ALL PLATFORMS: https://www.flowcode.com/page/whymetspod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Russillo opens with the Giannis-Knicks story and the biggest red flags for the Bucks, even if it's unlikely to happen. Then, ESPN baseball writer Jeff Passan stops by to talk about Aaron Judge saving the Yankees, the disappointing Phillies, and more MLB playoffs. Plus, he sticks around for some Life Advice, including questions about a major hater and a party faux pas. (0:00) Welcome to the show! (1:47) The Giannis-Knicks smoke (14:55) Jeff Passan stops by! (15:17) Aaron Judge saved the Yankees season (23:22) The disappointing Phillies (34:13) How the Brewers got here (45:36) Sneaky rooting for the Mariners (59:13) Life Advice with Passan! Host: Ryen Russillo Guest: Jeff Passan Producers: Kyle Crichton, Steve Ceruti, and Jonathan Frias _ _ _ This episode is sponsored by State Farm®️. Don't settle for just any insurance when there's State Farm. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker welcome former Red Sox pitcher Bronson Arroyo to kick off the second hour (1:00). He discusses the pressure that comes with pitching at Fenway Park and Yankee Stadium, the mental chess match of postseason pitching, the Reds' experience mismatch in their series against the Dodgers, and he shares a live sample from his new record, Raw Confessions. Later, ESPN insider Jeff Passan joins the show (28:40) to share some impressions from the first day and a half of Wild Card baseball, the lefty-pitching showcase, Aaron Boone's decision to pull Max Fried in the seventh inning of Game 1, rumours that Albert Pujols is in line for the Angels manager job, and much more.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Matt and Dennis are joined by none of other than "He should shall not be named." Ellis "Passan" Gill joins the show to breakdown the Giants first win of the year in Dart's first start. Metlife continues to ruin athlete's legs. The guys also talk postseason baseball and how we feel about the Yanks chances vs rival Boston. Oh, and Ellis throws James Franklin on the donezo list!

Salk reveals number four on his list of the most intriguing Seahawks heading into the 2025 season. Then, we discuss tough starts to the CFB season for Arch Manning, Kalen DeBoer and Bill Belichick. Plus, we talk Hostess snacks, which Passan insults are worse, and socks or underwear in Answer the Question Jerk.

Brady Henderson and Brock go over everything you Need to Know, ESPN's Jeff Passan joins a day early this week to talk what he says is the Mariners' biggest series of the year. Brock and Brady ask Passan how he ranks the Mariners trade deadline additions, how this updated lineup compares to the past few playoff chasing seasons, and how they compete against some of the league's top teams.

(0:00) The guys open the second hour of the show reacting to last night’s Red Sox win and Jeff Passan’s comments on the Red Sox. (15:35) Felger, Mazz, and Murray talk more about some of the comments made by Passan surrounding the Red Sox and their spending. (23:13) Callers weigh in. (32:07) The latest Mazz’s Tiers!

We discuss Jeff Passan saying that he firmly believes the M's could win a world series this year if they get the trade deadline right. Then, we break down some strange reaction to contract disputes from Bengals owner Mike Brown and Cowboys owner Jerry Jones in Around the NFL. Plus, we hear from you in Answer the Questio Jerk.

On today's show, Pat, Darius Butler, and the boys are LIVE from the Coca-Cola Roxy Theatre in Atlanta, Georgia for tonight's Home Run Derby. In the first hour, we are joined by the 10th Commissioner of Major League Baseball, Rob Manfred, to discuss the fundamental changes his office has made to the game, the changing media landscape around sports viewership, the state of the Pittsburgh Pirates & other MLB teams, preserving the role of umpires in the modern game as technology improves, and more. Also in the first hour, 1st Ballot HOFer, World Series Champion, & Cy Young Winner, CC Sabathia, stopped by to chat about the All Star Game experience for the players, how it feels to be a first ballot Hall of Famer, his perspective on the greatness of Shohei Ohtani, who he's pulling for in the Derby tonight, and more. In the second hour, ESPN's MLB Insider & friend of the progrum Jeff "Jett" Passan hit the set to preview tonight's Home Run Derby including the potential history Cal Raleigh could make, what is driving baseball's success right now, controversy around All-Star selections, what he expects ahead of the upcoming trade deadline, and more. Also in the second hour, 2x AL MVP, 7x All-Star, AL record holder for most home runs in a single season, Aaron Judge joined the progrum to talk about keeping the Yankees legacy going, debut his FILTHY new Jordan cleats, being apart of the Yankees-Red Sox rivalry, what it means to be Captain of the New York Yankees, and more. In the third hour, World Series Champion, 3x MVP, and 5x All-Star Shohei Ohtani joins us live on set to chat about his meal of choice, his progression as both a hitter & pitcher growing up, recovering from injuries, what he's focused on on a daily basis, and more. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2pm EDT), ESPN's YouTube (12-3pm EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you & will see you live from the ThunderDome tomorrow. Cheers.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jeff Passan and Rays closer Pete Fairbanks discuss Pokemon and the Tampa Bay way. Then, Jeff and Kiley McDaniel look at how the recent changes atop the Nationals will impact their draft approach, before going through some of the "best of's" in the upcoming MLB Draft. And Jeff checks in with John Schneider, manager of baseball's hottest team, the Toronto Blue Jays on what has made the difference for Toronto since Memorial Day. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 08:02 Pete Fairbanks 23:24 Kiley McDaniel 41:09 John Schneider 01:02:41 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jeff Passan and Rays closer Pete Fairbanks discuss Pokemon and the Tampa Bay way. Then, Jeff and Kiley McDaniel look at how the recent changes atop the Nationals will impact their draft approach, before going through some of the "best of's" in the upcoming MLB Draft. And Jeff checks in with John Schneider, manager of baseball's hottest team, the Toronto Blue Jays on what has made the difference for Toronto since Memorial Day. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 08:02 Pete Fairbanks 23:24 Kiley McDaniel 41:09 John Schneider 01:02:41 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Seth and Sean react to others being petty and get petty themselves in the Petty Cast. This week, Jeff Passan has a problem with Yankee fans, Cubs fans are mad at someone named Alex Cooper, a Dodgers fan was salty after the Astros July 4th win, and we're still petty about Oral Hershiser's mentioning the old cheating scandal.

The Knicks hired Mike Brown as their new head coach, a move many see as lateral from Tom Thibodeau. The press conference is expected to focus on Thibodeau's departure, as the team hasn't addressed it publicly. Brown inherits the strongest Knicks team in recent memory. In MLB news, the Yankees lost to Toronto despite a comeback, while the Mets won with a Brandon Nimmo grand slam. Francisco Lindor, named an All-Star starter, also homered. Clayton Kershaw achieved his 3,000th strikeout. ESPN's Jeff Passan criticized Yankees fans' complaints.

Ben & Woods kick off the 9am hour with an early edition of The Reindl Report and a few of Paulie's top stories, including Florida Man making his way back into the news! Then at the bottom of the hour the guys chat with Jaclyn Lash from the Padres who has some very exciting news regarding concerts and events coming to Petco Park soon, and we discuss Jeff Passan's top 50 players who could be moved at the trade deadline next month. Listen here!

(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand begin the top of the third hour discussing the new story about how messy the Devers trade got and a little more this or that. (9:57) The guys discuss more of the Passan story on Devers and Breslow. (18:04) The guys talk about how an opposing ACC coach speaks on Bill Belichick and UNC. (28:55) We finish the hour with an interview with Revs head coach Caleb Porter.

Baseball Is Dead Episode #345 Jared & Dallas are debating the face of the Mets franchise and we're calling in Clem for backup. -The Face Of The Mets -ABS Proposed For 2026 -Passan's Deadline Update -Rockies SWEEP -A's Lose 20 Of 21 -Family Feud Use promo code “Jared” to get up to $1000 in bonus credits AND a special pick on Underdog! PLAY HERE: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/pc-d2PyPbHAPu BID MERCH: https://baseballisdeadmerch.com Take advantage of Ridge's Memorial Day Sale and get UP TO 40% OFF right now by going to ! https://www.Ridge.com/BID #Ridgepod Give your closet a breath of fresh air for spring. Go to https://MackWeldon.com and get 25% off your first order of $125 or more, with promo code JARED. 0:00 - Intro 3:02 - Face Of The Mets 25:55 - ABS System 39:43 - Passan Deadline Update 56:41 - Family Feud 1:13:18 - News & Notes 1:14:41 - Jayhay Nuggs 1:17:42 - Final Thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brock and Salk react to some sound around the station from jeff Passan, Scott Braun and Jon Morosi who all suggest potential moves for the Mariners to make to improve their roster. After that, the group goes through a round of Buy or Sell.