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Mike Krukow joins the show to recap the end of the World Baseball Classic, discuss whether MLB should consider adjustments for the 2029 tournament, and share insight on Logan Webb learning from Paul Skenes. Smart, thoughtful baseball talk with one of the game’s best voices.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

They Said it features Paul Skenes saying the World Baseball Classic is the "Heaviest Jersey" he has ever worn, while Derek Jeter doesn't think the World Baseball Classic doesn't come close to the World Series.

This week on Game Breakers Sports, TK, Streetz, and Dylan break down two of the biggest stories in sports right now — March Madness and the World Baseball Classic!We start with Team USA's thrilling run in the World Baseball Classic, including their intense semifinal battle with the Dominican Republic. The guys discuss how Gunnar Henderson and Paul Skenes stepped up in the biggest moments and helped carry Team USA to the Finals as they chase another WBC title.Next, we dive into March Madness 2026 as the NCAA Tournament begins and the bracket chaos starts. The crew breaks down several Round 1 matchups and early tournament storylines including:• Duke vs Siena• UConn vs Furman• Arizona vs LIU• Michigan State vs North Dakota State• Kansas vs Cal Baptist• Texas Tech vs AkronWhich favorites are on upset watch? Which underdogs could bust everyone's brackets?Streetz also gives his full breakdown of the new MLB ABS Challenge System (Automated Ball-Strike challenge system). Is it good for baseball? Does it improve accuracy while keeping the human element of umpires? Or is it the first step toward fully automated strike zones?And of course, the guys slip into some wrestling talk as well:

Stay connected with us at americangroundradio.com, on Facebook, and Instagram. You're listening to American Ground Radio with Louis R. Avallone and Stephen Parr. This is the full show for March 17, 2026. In this episode, we dig into a growing concern that should have every taxpayer asking questions: who’s really watching the money—and what happens when no one is? We start with the latest investigation from citizen journalist Nick Shirley, who’s now turning his attention to California after exposing major fraud in Minnesota. This time, the focus is on taxpayer-funded healthcare—and the findings are raising serious red flags. We’re talking about empty offices posing as medical providers, millions in questionable billing, and a system that may be far easier to game than anyone wants to admit. From there, we head to Capitol Hill, where the debate over the SAVE Act is heating up. Should proving citizenship be required to vote? Supporters say it’s common sense. Opponents say it’s suppression. We break down what’s really in the bill—and why the fight over it is just getting started. We also cover major developments overseas, including escalating tensions with Iran after a high-level figure tied to the regime is taken out. What does this mean for U.S. strategy moving forward—and how should America respond? Back at home, Attorney General Pam Bondi is facing tough questions over the Epstein files. After all the anticipation, did the release actually deliver accountability—or just more frustration? Then we turn to a critical but often misunderstood issue: qualified immunity. With the Supreme Court now taking a closer look, we explain what it is, why it matters, and how it could reshape the balance between protecting law enforcement and holding officials accountable. Plus American Mamas Teri Netterville and Kimberly Burleson get personal—talking about friendships, social media, and whether political differences are tearing relationships apart in real life. And in our Digging Deep segment, we examine claims about election integrity, alleged vote-buying schemes, and the ongoing debate over trust in the system. We also highlight the ongoing work of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), which continues arresting and deporting individuals convicted of serious crimes across the country. As political battles rage in Washington over funding and enforcement, we take a closer look at what ICE is actually doing on the ground—and why that conversation is so contentious. Finally, we end on a high note with Team USA in the World Baseball Classic, where pitcher Paul Skenes reminds us what it means to represent something bigger than yourself. It’s a packed episode covering fraud, freedom, accountability, and the values that hold it all together. Listen now wherever you get your podcasts, visit AmericanGroundRadio.com, and join the conversation at 866-AGR-1776! The SAVE America Act Gets Its Long-Awaited Debate Iran Security Chief Who Threatened Trump Killed in Israeli Strike Paul Skenes to A-Rod About Representing USA at WBC: 'It's A Different Level'See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk, and the boys recap last night's thrilling 2-1 Team USA victory over the Dominican Republic as they advanced to the championship game of the World Baseball Classic. They also chat about the incredible finish at the Players Championship, Justin Fields being traded to the Chiefs, the NCAA Tournament brackets being revealed, and everything else happening in the sports world. Joining the progrum is 16 year MLB veteran, MLB Network analyst, and Manager for Team USA, Mark DeRosa to chat about last night's exhilarating game, all the heat he took leading into the semifinal game, how impressed he was with Paul Skenes, Aaron Judge's leadership as the captain, and a look ahead to Tuesday night's Championship game. Next, 5x National Champion, 3x Gold Medalist, most wins of all-time, 13 Final Fours, 15 ACC Tournament titles, the goat, Mike Krzyzewski joins the progrum to chat about the NCAA Tournament, some of his favorite memories from coaching the National Team, the divide between the haves and have not's in college basketball, and much more. Later, 3x Gold Medalist in sled hockey, fresh off a hat trick against Canada in the gold medal match, Jack Wallace joins the show to chat about his story, how he got started in sled hockey, how far it's come, and much more. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN's Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. We'll see you on Monday, cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ben Maller talks about the WBC performance by Paul Skenes and if this solidifies his legend, who gets the biggest portion of blame for the Dominican Republic's loss to USA, Joel Embiid missing as many regular-season games as he's played, and more Benny Awards!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Big Ben talks about the NCAA Tournament brackets being set and which No. 1 seeds are most likely to falter before the Final Four, an amazing performance by Paul Skenes in the WBC, the top awards for the 2026 Benny Awards, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(0:00) Felger, Mazz, and Murray open the show discussing last night's USA vs Dominican Republic World Baseball Classic game last night and the controversial strike call to end the game. (16:35) The callers give their thoughts on the World Baseball Classic. (24:12) Mazz has some thoughts on Paul Skenes's postgame comments following last night's victory for the Americans. (38:06) Some thoughts on Roman Anthony's home run in last night's game. Plus, thoughts on the performance of the other Red Sox in the tournament.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The United States are returning to the championship game of the World Baseball Classic for a third consecutive tournament. However, in what was billed as one of the most star-studded baseball games ever played, the tightly contested matchup ended in a controversial strike three call that has left Dominican Republic players and fans shaking their heads. On this episode of Baseball Bar-B-Cast, Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman talk about Team USA's 2–1 victory that saw Paul Skenes and a dominant U.S. bullpen shut down the high-octane offense from the DR that we've seen all tournament. They then get into the strike three call to end the game and why ABS is something that needs to be implemented when the tournament returns in three years. Later, Jake and Jordan preview the semifinal game between Italy and Venezuela that will decide who books their ticket to the championship game against the United States. The guys also discuss Japan getting upset in the quarterfinals by Venezuela and why it wasn't entirely shocking that it happened. 1:56 – The Opener: America vs. DR 11:41 – Aaron Judge's game-changing play 33:02 – Controversial 9th inning 40:57 – Did the game live up to the hype? 1:01:33 – Japan eliminated 1:04:34 – Italy vs. Venezuela preview Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:

Estados Unidos derrotó 2-1 a República Dominicana en una emocionante semifinal del World Baseball Classic 2026, avanzando así a su tercera final consecutiva del torneo.  Los cuadrangulares de Gunnar Henderson y Roman Anthony en la cuarta entrada marcaron la diferencia para el equipo estadounidense, mientras que el pitcheo encabezado por Paul Skenes y el bullpen logró contener a la poderosa ofensiva dominicana.  En este episodio de Baseball News analizamos todo lo ocurrido en la jornada del Clásico Mundial de Béisbol: ⚾ Estados Unidos elimina a República Dominicana y clasifica a la Final del WBC

Mike and Charlie recapped Team USA's victory over the Dominican Republic in the semifinal round of the 2026 World Baseball Classic.

Paul Skenes took the mound on the international stage and gave Team USA exactly what it needed in a 2-1 win over the Dominican Republic, and now we've got plenty to dig into on Bucco Brew. We're breaking down Skenes' outing, what stood out from his 4.1 innings, and what it meant to watch Oneil Cruz and Gregory Soto on the other side of a game that felt loaded with Pirates ties. We'll also touch on David Bednar's scoreless inning and the bigger picture of how Pirates players and former Pirates showed up in a massive WBC moment. Then we shift back to Bradenton, where the fifth starter battle keeps getting more interesting. Jose Urquidy had a rough day, Mike Clevinger is somehow still in the mix, Hunter Barco continues to make his case, and Carmen Mlodzinski is becoming harder and harder to ignore. After Alex Stumpf's recent breakdown on Off Beat, is Carmen starting to feel like the real answer? *Get your tickets to the April 18th game in the NS9 Group: https://www.gofevo.com/event/Northshore9tailgate0418 Use Promo Code NS930 for 30% off your first order at https://www.defer.coffee Use Promo Code NS9 for 30% off your first order at https://www.gritily.com Use Promo Code NORTHSHORENINE for $20 off your first order at https://www.seatgeek.com LIKE and SUBSCRIBE with NOTIFICATIONS ON if you enjoyed the show! NS9 MERCH: https://northshorenine.myshopify.com ►Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/NorthShoreNine ►Website: https://www.northshorenine.com ►Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/northshorenine ►TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@northshorenine ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/northshorenine ►Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/northshorenine ►Discord: https://discord.gg/3HVYPg544m Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Host Grant Mona reacts to a massive Sunday for American sports, from the high-stakes atmosphere of the World Baseball Classic in Miami to a playoff-level showdown at Crypto.com Arena that saw the Lakers continue their surge up the Western Conference standings. Segment One: Team USA Survives a Nailbiter in Miami Team USA is heading to the WBC Championship! Grant breaks down the U.S.'s gritty 2–1 victory over a star-studded Dominican Republic squad in front of a raucous sell-out crowd. The Skenes Factor: Grant reacts to a dominant outing from Paul Skenes, who lived up to the hype by stifling the Dominican bats for over four innings. The Power of the Youth: Analysis of the solo shots from Gunnar Henderson and Roman Anthony that provided all the offense the U.S. needed. Controversy at the Cup: Grant discusses the drama surrounding the game's final out—a called strike three against Geraldo Perdomo that has the baseball world buzzing. Segment Two: "We Approached It Like a Playoff Game" The Los Angeles Lakers secured what Grant calls their "win of the year," a thrilling 127–125 overtime victory over the Denver Nuggets. We hear from a fired-up JJ Redick, who discusses the team's mental toughness after blowing a double-digit lead only to reclaim it when it mattered most. The Luka Special: Reaction to Luka Dončić's 30-point triple-double, capped off by his game-winning fadeaway with 0.5 seconds left in OT. The "Perfect Miss": Grant breaks down Austin Reaves' high-IQ play at the end of regulation—intentionally missing a free throw and grabbing his own rebound to force the extra period. Contender Status: With the Lakers officially moving into 3rd place in the West, Grant asks the players if the "boogeyman" narrative surrounding Denver is finally dead. Produced by: Grant Mona Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Joe Roderick joins Tom Ackerman on Sports on a Sunday Morning to preview the World Baseball Classic semifinal between Team USA and the Dominican Republic in Miami. They discuss the matchup of Paul Skenes against the powerful Dominican lineup, the electric international atmosphere surrounding the WBC, and Italy's surprising run to the semifinals.

Kansas City Royals 1B/Team Italy Captain Vinnie Pasquantino and Rich break down his 3-homer night to eliminate Mexico and save Team USA's a**, reacts to the viral moment when Paul Skenes reacted to a spectacular play by KC SS Bobby Witt Jr, and explains why he's good with his New York Jets trading for Raiders QB Geno Smith. Rich reacts to the introductory press conference of Malik Willis and explains why he has high hopes for the newest Miami Dolphins QB. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Poni is a little bit worried about the Michael Pittman Jr. trade. Not because of the player himself, but because every other move the team made has been made official, except for that one. Poni said he is on high alert here because of everything that happened with the Maxx Crosby trade. Pirates insider Jason Mackey joined the show. Jason talked about Termarr Johnson being sent back to minor league camp and thinks he still is in good standing in the organization. Jason said Johnson is only 21 and will likely start in Triple A, so he's not behind schedule. Jason believes the plan is for Nick Gonzales to play SS to begin the season, assuming Konnor Griffin isn't here yet. What kind of options do the Pirates have to improve their defense? Jason disagrees with some of the others that cover the team and he feels like Griffin will begin the season at Triple A. Jason doesn't have a ton of concerns with the Pirates outfield, including Oneil Cruz and Bryan Reynolds. Do the Pirates have any worry about Paul Skenes throwing a lot of pitches in the World Baseball Classic? Total Request Thursday.

Pirates insider Jason Mackey joined the show. Jason talked about Termarr Johnson being sent back to minor league camp and thinks he still is in good standing in the organization. Jason said Johnson is only 21 and will likely start in Triple A, so he's not behind schedule. Jason believes the plan is for Nick Gonzales to play SS to begin the season, assuming Konnor Griffin isn't here yet. What kind of options do the Pirates have to improve their defense? Jason disagrees with some of the others that cover the team and he feels like Griffin will begin the season at Triple A. Jason doesn't have a ton of concerns with the Pirates outfield, including Oneil Cruz and Bryan Reynolds. Do the Pirates have any worry about Paul Skenes throwing a lot of pitches in the World Baseball Classic?

Paul Skenes vs Mexico, Shohei Ohtani and Team Japan, and the latest Dodgers spring training news are all discussed in this episode of the Bleed Los Podcast. Anthony also shares his experience covering Team USA games in Houston during the World Baseball Classic. They discuss some of the biggest pitching matchups in the tournament including Logan Webb vs Brazil, Tarik Skubal vs Great Britain, Paul Skenes vs Mexico, and Nolan McLean vs Italy. The conversation also touches on the energy Latin teams bring to the WBC, the back and forth between Randy Arozarena and Cal Raleigh, and thoughts on Team Japan featuring Shohei Ohtani and Yoshinobu Yamamoto. On the Dodgers side, the hosts discuss several roster storylines including Hyeseong Kim's injury, Santiago Espinal's chances to make the roster, Justin Wrobleski showing off a six pitch mix, and whether Ben Casparius could settle into a long relief role. They also talk about bullpen competition, Blake Treinen's recent outing, and the latest round of Dodgers prospect assignments. Plus a look at the newly revealed Yoshinobu Yamamoto bobblehead and updates from around spring training. #Dodgers #WorldBaseballClassic #PaulSkenes #ShoheiOhtani #MLB Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Post-Gazette Pirates insider Colin Beazley and Noah Hiles report from the team's 7-2 loss to the Orioles on Wednesday and break down the latest news and notes from the team. With Konnor Griffin still in the mix at spring training, has he moved himself any closer to securing a spot on the opening day roster? When should we be worried about the collective slump of the Pirates' two catchers, Joey Bart and Henry Davis? And what is the likelihood Paul Skenes' trip to the World Baseball Classic with Team USA gets cut short after manager Mark DeRosa's gaffe leaves them teetering on the edge of being eliminated? Our duo tackles those topics and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Raiders spent nearly $300 million in free agency on Day 1. The Chargers are signing players, but are they adding what they actually need? Paul Skenes shut down Mexico as Team USA won 5-3. The Lakers host the Timberwolves. Will LeBron play?Support the show: http://kaplanandcrew.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aaron Judge and Roman Anthony homered and Paul Skenes tossed four one-hit innings as the U.S. stayed perfect at the World Baseball Classic. In other WBC action, Venezuela, Korea, Puerto Rico and the D.R. joined Japan with spots in the quarterfinals. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

THE FARR SIDE. The WBC continues as Team USA will take on Team Mexico tonight. Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Paul Skenes is set to take the mound tonight against Mexico. Dodgers utility player Enrique Hernandez made comments that the WBC means more than the World Series. Over the weekend the Las Vegas Raiders made a trade. They traded all pro defensive lineman Maxx Crosby to the Baltimore Ravens. TIP OR NO TIP. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mike, Steve, and Charlie played their daily "Triple Option" segment. Mike reported on LB Kaden Elliss' return to the Saints. Steve recapped Paul Skenes' excellent performance in Team USA's victory over Mexico in the World Baseball Classic. Charlie discussed the Browns' process of completely rebuilding their offensive line.

The Raiders spent nearly $300 million in free agency on Day 1. The Chargers are signing players, but are they adding what they actually need? Paul Skenes shut down Mexico as Team USA won 5-3. The Lakers host the Timberwolves. Will LeBron play?Support the show: http://kaplanandcrew.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Paul Skenes dominated in the World Baseball Classic on Monday night. We dive into how Skenes continues to have success. The WBC is playoff baseball in March. The tournament has grown substantially this year and people care, which should continue every tournament. Matt shares with us his thoughts on what Henry Davis and Bubba Chandler need to do.

Devin Lloyd signed with the Panthers. Should the Steelers have signed Lloyd and trade Queen? John Smoltz said on the Fox Team USA World Baseball Classic broadcast that it's past due to win with Paul Skenes. It made us think about what the Pirates could look like in the postseason. RMU basketball lost to Detroit Mercy in the Horizon League semifinals. 

Hour 2 with Joe Starkey: Nick gives the Steelers a B for their free agent moves. He thinks the Steelers overpaid Michael Pittman, but thinks he's a perfect fit with Aaron Rodgers. Nick thinks Rico Dowdle is a brusing, in between the tackles runner. He thinks Jamel Dean might be the best tackling corner in all of football but has trouble with his ball skills. John Smoltz said on the Fox Team USA World Baseball Classic broadcast that it's past due to win with Paul Skenes.

Hour 4 with Joe Starkey: Will Konnor Griffin make the Opening Day roster? Griffin hasn't ever failed in the minors and he needs to be mentally right. Henry Davis hit well the last two spring trainings, but Michael thinks he's using this spring differently to work out adjustments. What can Pirates fans expect from the Pirates young rotation, including Skenes and Bubba Chandler this year?

Hour 3 with Joe Starkey: MLB Analyst Matt Clement joined the show. Paul Skenes dominated in the World Baseball Classic on Monday night. The WBC is playoff baseball in March. If Griffin isn't extended, he would understand the Pirates keeping him in the minors for contractual reasons. Henry Davis is 0-15 in the spring. Why didn't Kyler Murray sign with the Vikings yesterday? Trey Hendrickson is the best player available.

Nick Cellini and Chris Dimino talk everything Atlanta Sports, the National Sports picture and the current (and WAY back when) in pop culture! Get the latest and your fill of Atlanta Braves, Georgia Bulldogs, Atlanta Falcons, Atlanta Hawks daily from two "Southern" Yankees daily Mon-Fri from 10a-2p! The 12 o'clock hour is brought to you by SCANA Energy, the Official Natural Gas Partner of Georgia Tech. RedZone: Tua is the answer? Are Penix' days numbered? Drive Around The Sports World No more Magic? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to Episode 147 of Tablesetters, where we cover everything happening across the world of baseball. Tonight's WBC special continues our coverage of the 2026 World Baseball Classic as the pool stage moves into its decisive stretch and the knockout picture begins to take shape. We're recording after Team USA's 5–3 victory over Mexico in Houston, a win that pushed the Americans to 3–0 in Pool B and firmly into control of the group. The tone of the game was set by Paul Skenes, who delivered one of the most dominant outings of the tournament so far. In his WBC debut, Skenes threw 4.0 innings, allowing just one hit while striking out seven to keep Mexico's powerful lineup completely off balance. The decisive moment came in the third inning. Aaron Judge launched a two-run home run to open the scoring, and Roman Anthony followed with a towering three-run shot that extended the lead to 5–0 and ultimately decided the game. Mexico attempted a late comeback behind Jarren Duran, who finished 3-for-4 with two home runs, but the United States defense shut the door after a key double play started by Bobby Witt Jr. in the eighth inning. The win leaves Team USA in position to win Pool B outright if they defeat Italy in their final pool game. Elsewhere in the tournament, Puerto Rico has already clinched its quarterfinal berth after defeating Cuba 4–1 in San Juan and improving to 3–0 in Pool A. Cuba and Canada remain locked in a battle for the second spot. In Tokyo, defending champion Japan finished 3–0 in Pool C and continues to look like the tournament standard, while South Korea advanced as the pool runner-up through the tournament's tiebreaker system. In Miami, both Venezuela and the Dominican Republic remain undefeated at 3–0 and have already secured places in the knockout stage, with the Dominican lineup exploding offensively behind Fernando Tatis Jr. With the pool stage nearing its conclusion, the knockout bracket is beginning to form. The top two teams from each pool will advance to the quarterfinals in Houston and Miami before the tournament moves entirely to Miami for the semifinals and championship game. The tournament format also includes relegation. Each pool contains five teams, and the nation that finishes last must return to the qualifying tournaments to reach the next World Baseball Classic. Meanwhile, the top four teams in each pool automatically qualify for the 2029 event. At this stage, Brazil, Czechia, and Nicaragua are among the teams confirmed to be relegated after finishing at the bottom of their groups. With the knockout stage approaching, the remaining games will determine the final quarterfinal matchups and could set up major clashes between teams like Team USA, Puerto Rico, Japan, the Dominican Republic, and Venezuela as the tournament moves toward Miami.

The World Baseball Classic is off the charts this year, and it's not even halfway done! In this episode, we break down all the must-watch moments and biggest storylines so far: Team Japan punches their ticket to Miami, dominating Pool C with a relentless lineup and unforgettable performances. Team Korea pulls off an insane 3-way tiebreaker over Australia—7-2 in the 9th inning, ending in a celebration you have to hear to believe. Team Dominican Republic is redefining fun in baseball, playing with energy, flair, and pure excitement. Forget the “old way”—this is baseball made for the fans! Team USA sits 2-0 entering a massive clash against Team Mexico, fighting to break a 20-year losing streak in the WBC rivalry. Gunnar Henderson, Paul Skenes, and the squad bring intensity, emotion, and unforgettable highlights. We also recap the other top teams, key players, and pool play drama, including Puerto Rico, Cuba, Venezuela, and more. Whether you're a hardcore fan or just tuning in for thrilling baseball, this episode has everything: historic rivalries, clutch plays, and a behind-the-scenes look at the excitement you can't see on TV. Tune in, subscribe, and get ready for all the WBC highlights, analysis, and stories that make this tournament one of the greatest spectacles in sports. Chapters: 00:00 Welcome 01:49 WBC Updates 14:00 USA vs Mexico 20:15 Team Japan 31:30 Upcoming WBC 34:00 Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

TSN Baseball Insider Steve Phillips joined OverDrive to discuss the headlines around the World Baseball Classic, Paul Skenes' impressive start to his career and his future with the Pirates, the potential implementation of a salary cap, Trey Yesavage's approach on the mound, the Blue Jays' lineup views, Max Scherzer joining the starters and more.

Hour 1 with Bob Pompeani and Joe Starkey: The Penguins played one of their best games of the year against the Bruins. Paul Skenes will start today for Team USA against Mexico. If Maxx Crosby commanded two first-round picks, could the Steelers trade Watt for one? Asante Samuel to a one-year, $4 million deal. The Steelers have re-signed Cole Holcomb to a two-year, $5 million contract.

Paul Skenes will start today for Team USA against Mexico. The Steelers have re-signed Asante Samuel to a one-year, $4 million deal. The Steelers have re-signed Cole Holcomb to a two-year, $5 million contract. The Ravens traded two first-round picks for Maxx Crosby. The Ravens are definitely the current favorites in the AFC North. Penguins, Evgeni Malkin talk.

Gary Morgan invites Mike DeCourcy from the Sporting News on to discuss the landscape of baseball economics, Paul Skenes, Konnor Griffin and Andrew McCutchen while Jim Stamm basks in the Florida sun at Spring training. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Chuck Garfien's Spring Training Podcast-pa-looza rolls on with White Sox right-hander Grant Taylor, who joins the show after turning heads at SoxFest and building momentum late last season. Taylor reflects on the biggest lessons from his rookie year, the mentality he carried to the mound in 2025, and how finishing strong shaped his confidence heading into camp, plus what it means to hear praise from GM Chris Getz. The conversation also dives into the bullpen dynamic, from who brings the most heat to working alongside arms like Seranthony Dominguez, and he also talks about what it's like working with new pitching coach Zach Bove. Taylor shares what he emphasized this offseason, why there's real buzz around the team, how he stays connected with Paul Skenes, and the special bond he has with his brother as his journey in pro ball continues to unfold.

“Giants Talk” hosts Cole Kuiper and Alex Pavlovic react to Bryce Eldridge's matchup vs. Paul Skenes. Plus, Alex sits down with Luis Arráez. -- (2:55) - Recapping San Francisco's clash with Team USA (6:00) - Bryce Eldridge opens eyes against Paul Skenes (19:55) - Is the WBC an adequate replacement for baseball in the Olympics? (24:30) - Look around the MLB (32:10) - Fan mailbag questions (45:25) - Interview with Luis Arráez Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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.

The old saying in baseball is that “momentum is only as good as the next day's starter,” which shows how important having a good pitching staff is to a club. As part of our 2026 regular season preview, it's time to figure out who will do the best job of limiting their opponents' offense. On this episode of Baseball Bar-B-Cast, Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman draft all 30 MLB clubs based on who they feel will have the best pitching and hitting this season. While every squad wishes they had a Tarik Skubal, Shohei Ohtani or Paul Skenes to lead their pitching staff, will teams like the Seattle Mariners and Milwaukee Brewers still be able to find success on the bump? Later, Jake and Jordan discuss the second PED suspension handed to Atlanta Braves outfielder Jurickson Profar, causing him to miss the entire 2026 season after he was suspended for eight games in 2025. They then get into the latest news surrounding the World Baseball Classic, including a surprising name joining Team Dominican Republic and Team USA finalizing its rotation for the tournament. 1:05 – The Opener: 2026 Run Prevention Draft 19:40 – Teams 1–10 recap 35:30 – Teams 11–20 recap 46:22 – Teams 21–30 recap 47:11 – We Need To Talk About: Profar suspended 56:50 – New Team DR roster addition 1:00:19 – Team USA's rotation Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:

Evan & Tiki talk about the Jets decision to place the Franchise Tag on Breece Hall, Aaron Judge's WBC Speech, Paul Skenes' odd comments, Rosie has a fascinating Cinco de Luncho about international NFL Games and more!

The Jets reportedly franchise tag Breece Hall, and the guys break down why New York chose the franchise tag over the transition tag, what it means for a long-term extension, and why they're convinced Breece will play. Then the conversation shifts to the World Baseball Classic, where Paul Skenes' “close second to military service” quote sparks a heated debate about tone, timing, and representing your country. They compare Skenes to Tarik Skubal's one-start plan and why fans hate the “mercenary” vibe, plus a caller currently in the military weighs in. Later, it's rapid-fire breaking news: a PED suspension report involving Jurickson Profar, and a stunner from the NFL world as the Seahawks are not expected to tag Kenneth Walker, potentially impacting the Giants' plans. The hour also features a spirited Giants discussion (including the “LOL Giants” argument), a wild trip into the WFAN archives with old Lakers-Rockets Game 7 stringer updates, and a Mets first base debate that has Brett Baty emerging as the surprising innings leader. Plus: East Coast vs West Coast fan culture, Dodger Stadium horror stories, and plenty of classic Evan and Tiki chaos along the way.

Evan and Tiki react to rumors the Giants have interest in Kenneth Walker and drafting Jeremiah Love at No. 5 is real strategy or total smoke. Tiki explains why judging John Harbaugh's entire plan off one roster rumor is shortsighted, while Evan argues Giants fans might be trapped in Saquon PTSD and need to see the bigger picture. Then the show turns to the Jets and the QB debate, before breaking news drops: the Jets place the franchise tag on Breece Hall, locking him in for 2026 while extension talks continue. Plus: Posted & Toasted returns, the guys weigh in on the criticism of Aaron Judge's Team USA WBC speech, and they tease a Paul Skenes comment that is about to rub a lot of people the wrong way, along with a Knicks stat that shows how different this year's team is.

The hour opens with the Jets officially going franchise tag over transition tag for Breece Hall, and the guys explain the logic: avoid outside offer sheets, keep control, and still leave the door open for a long-term extension. They also debate the only real leverage Breece would have, and why they're confident he'll ultimately play. Then it immediately turns into a big World Baseball Classic conversation after Paul Skenes says pitching for Team USA is a “close second” to serving in the military. The guys react hard, explain why the comparison doesn't land, and why it's the kind of quote that could explode if it came from a different athlete.

Joel Sherman reports that if Team USA reaches the World Championship on March 17th, Nolan McClain will get the ball. For Mets fans, that's both thrilling and terrifying. Is it an incredible honor for a young star, or an unnecessary risk before his first full MLB season? The reaction ranges from patriotic pride to fans openly rooting against Team USA just to protect their ace. Plus, the Paul Skenes debate heats up. Should he be the guy in that spot instead? And will McClain starting the final actually drive more Mets fans to tune into the WBC? Then things get spicy in the Bronx. A scathing column questions whether CC Sabathia deserves to have his number retired by the Yankees. Sabathia fires back with a perfect response, and we break down why his Hall of Fame resume, clubhouse impact, and championship pedigree make this argument absurd.

Breaking news hits live: the New York Jets place the franchise tag on Breece Hall. Evan and Tiki react to the move, explain why it was the obvious play, and debate whether a long term extension should still be the priority. The conversation shifts to the Jets quarterback philosophy. Do you swing for a lottery ticket and risk bottoming out again, or prioritize competence and stability to change the perception around the franchise? The guys argue whether incremental progress actually matters in the NFL. Plus, Aaron Judge faces criticism for his Team USA World Baseball Classic speech. Was it really that bad, or was he put in an impossible spot? Evan and Tiki give their honest reaction. They also tease a Paul Skenes comment that could rub fans the wrong way and preview a Knicks stat that proves this team feels very different from last season.

Matt Brown3:55 PM (2 minutes ago)to meOn today's show, Pat, Darius Butler & the boys are LIVE from Scottsdale, Arizona at the Giants Baseball complex, where Team USA is training ahead of the World Baseball Classic. At the top of the show, ESPN's Senior NFL Insider Adam Schefter to help us recap the NFL Combine and discuss the breaking news that Lions RB David Montgomery has been traded to the Houston Texans, where Daniel Jones' free agency stands, and more. Next, 3x AL MVP, 7x All Star, Captain of the New York Yankees, Aaron Judge joins the show to talk about the team's energy heading into the World Baseball Classic, what it means to wear the USA jersey, how he approaches big moments, his leadership approach, and more. Next, we are joined by 8x All-Star, 2x NL MVP, & NLCS MVP, Phillies' Bryce Harper, who tells us some breaking news about his past free agency interest with the San Francisco Giants, what it means to represent the United States of America, his relationship with Aaron Judge & Kyle Schwarber, and more. In the second hour, we are joined NL Cy Young winner Paul Skenes and the reigning Home Run King, Big Dumper Cal Raleigh and then 11x All Star, 3x World Series Champ, 3x Cy Young winner Clayton Kershaw drops by in some epic USA gear. To close the show, MLB's most powerful agent, Founder & CEO of the Boras Corp, Scott Boras stops by to discuss the CBA negotiations and potential lock out, the upcoming free agency of Tarik Skubal, what motivates him to be the best agent in baseball, and more.  Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN's Youtube (12-3 EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A caller reminds Boomer that his grandkids are destined to be lifelong Islanders fans. The Freddy Peralta versus Nolan McLean debate and World Baseball Classic. C-Lo has Ty Simpson on Glenn & Reich, Ron Darling's stories of bar mitzvahs, Phil Simms and exotic animals, and Jameis Winston at an IndyCar race. The Moment of the Day features a former New Yorker singing "Cool Names" followed by a final debate on the McLean vs. Paul Skenes we won't get.

Gary Morgan and Jim Stamm sit down to discuss Paul Skenes as he gets ready to represent Team USA in the WBC. In the wake of Sidney Crosbey being injured in the Olympics, does it change how you feel about Paul competing for his country? Plus your projections on Konnor Griffin's first season, and we'll chip ours in for good measure. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this week's episode of ‘The Old Man and the Three,' we welcome Pete Crow-Armstrong of the Chicago Cubs!Pete is coming off his first MLB All-Star season, in which he hit 30+ HRs, had 30+ stolen bases, and earned his first Gold Glove Award. Pete gets into how he made his jump last season, what he expects from this upcoming season, his young career so far and getting traded from the Mets, what makes players like Shohei Otani and Paul Skenes so great, and much more.Pete and Cam also have a fascinating discussion about the similarities and differences in basketball vs. baseball and the NBA vs. MLB around schedules, watching film, measuring success in their statistics, and lots more. Let's go!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.