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Send us a textAbout 1/8th of the season is past so you can pretty much take #MLB player stats and multiply by eight. Tyler Soderstrom of the #athletics s is not going to hit 72 home runs. But #yankees AaronJudge could definitely finish with 56 or more homers. Umpire Hunter Wendelstedt was taken out by a line drive foul ball last week in the #Mets #Twins series at Citi Field. Hoping that he's going to be ok but it was a scary thing. Is the National League really that much better than the American League this season? It may seem so at first but it's too early to be certain. Might be that the top #NL teams #Padres #Dodgers #Cubs #Giants #Phillies and Mets are stronger than those in the #AL where the #Rangers & Yankees stand out. Is Manny Machado a sure-fire HOFer? He plays 3B which is generally underrepresented in the HOF. He's closer than you think and is in his 14th season of a stellar career. We talk about the slam dunk HOFers playing (Verlander, Scherzer, Kershaw), and others who are probably already there as well as those knocking on the door.Intro & Outro music this season courtesy of Mercury Maid! Check them out on Spotify or Apple Music! Please subscribe to our podcast and thanks for listening! If you can give us 4 or 5 star rating that means a lot. And if you have a suggestion for an episode please drop us a line via email at Almostcooperstown@gmail.com. You can also follow us on X @almostcoop or visit the Almost Cooperstown Facebook page or YouTube channel. And please tell your friends!www.almostcooperstown.com
the boys are back recapping the player movement from the NFBC Main Event Week 4 FAABBig week for SP adds after a very quiet week on the starters last weekDollander - is it crazy to drop a triple digit bid on a Rockies pitcher? Festa - can and will he get to 5IP?Easton Lucas - Had a 2 start week, and a secure role in the rotation given he was filling in for Scherzer. One of the few pitchers available in FAAB with a good fastballJ.T. Ginn - called up by A's, little more velocity, good secondaries and a nice schedule over the next few weeksEdward Cabrera - the impact of co managing a team and split player viewAndrew Abbott - is he healthy? What is the catch with Abbott?Joe Boyle discussion -Clarke Schmidt for $340Jack Leiter for $221 and Bubba Chandler for $211RelieversUribe / MearsHittersVeen - He went in 19 leagues for $199 average last week. Went 3 for 22 and went for $16 less on average this weekMeidroth - PT should be secure and will be 2B/SS eligible.Alex Call - Crews/Young sucking opening up at bats for Call to take, Abrams injury opens up a premium batting order spot in the short-termJake Meyers -current stranglehold on CF ABs for Houston and entered the week with 5 SBsArias - 3B/2B eligibility, everyday PT and rising up the order. Saggese / GormanTop Teams in Main Event PickupsPullHitter merch is here! Welcome to the PullHitter Podcast, your destination for actionable resources and tools to grind your way to ultimate fantasy baseball success.Support my work and join the Pull Hitter Patreon:-Access to lively Discord with highly active members sharing player evaluations, draft boards and strategies..get a leg up on your league mates!-Player Breakdowns series in audio and video form-Draft recaps from me-additional Launch Angle episodes-additional Guest episodes-ad free listening-Much more!https://patreon.com/user?u=32383693&utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=join_linkFollow on twitter: @pullhitterpod https://twitter.com/PullHitterPod @deadpullhitterhttps://twitter.com/deadpullhitter Email : pullhitterpodcast@gmail.com Website: pullhitter.comMy link tree with all of my links in one spot:https://linktr.ee/pullhitterAlso check out me cohosting the Launch Angle Podcast with Jeff Zimmerman and Rob Silver!https://anchor.fm/robe
The biggest news of the Blue Jays week, of course, was the monstrous 14-year extension offered up to Vlad Guerrero Jr. In addition to outlining the dollar details, Mal and Griff explain the possible ripple effect of the third-largest total value contract in MLB history and what having Vlad, the face of the franchise, on board through 2039 could mean for Bo Bichette, to Mark Shapiro and Ross Atkins, for attendance at Rogers Centre and the trickle-down benefitting future free agents like Kyle Tucker. Should the Jays trade Bo if they think they can't afford both young stars. What about the Jays rotation and the improved length they are giving, compared to a year ago. Is Easton Lucas this year's Bowden Francis and who are the Top 5 homegrown Blue Jays starting pitchers, signed and developed since 2000. Plus, another week in which EP offers apologies to backup catcher Tyler Heineman, who has started the season like an all-star. INDEX 0:00 Intro 0:31 Jackie Robinson Day and Clemente disrespect 4:00 Vlad tribute to victims of the DR disaster 9:22 Vlad's Contract and its ripple effect 12:34 What about Bo Bichette 17:10 Vlad deal impact on Mark and Ross 20:34 Does Vlad make Jays destination of choice 22:41 The Stadium renos and no roster rebuild 26:59 Vlad's contract details 34:30 Rotation impact without Scherzer 38:33 Internal surprises Roden and Lucas 41:37 Top 5 List Jays homegrown starters 1:00:41 Varsho update Heineman apology ---- Get the video version of "Exit Philosophy" and "Conversations with Griff" on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ExitPhilosophy ---- For the full catalogue of Richard Griffin's work, including weekly Blue Jays/MLB columns, a weekly MLB Power Rankings column, exclusive conversations with some of the game's greats, past and present, and the Exit Philosophy podcast, visit https://www.griffsthepitch.com/
Today's word of the day is 'damn' as in Damn the Torpedos are is Yankees as in baseball as in new bats. What do you think about these new bats? Aaron Judge doesn't use them. A bunch of other Yankees who homered did. Is MLB going to get rid of these? (18:20) Max Scherzer is hurt. Max Scherzer told us he was going to get hurt. (24:40) Rafael Devers has been historically bad to start the season. Strike outs everywhere. Can't hit. Can't make contact. (34:21) Review: Reacher Season 3. (36:00) Let's talk about what MLB did about Opening Day. They gave customers who missed out due to some tech issues a discount on merch. (42:40) NPPOD. (45:00) The Final Four on the men's side is set. It's all top seeds. (48:00) The Memphis Grizzlies fired its head coach with 10 games left. A 4/5 seed in the NBA. Why now? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Today's word of the day is 'damn' as in Damn the Torpedos are is Yankees as in baseball as in new bats. What do you think about these new bats? Aaron Judge doesn't use them. A bunch of other Yankees who homered did. Is MLB going to get rid of these? (18:20) Max Scherzer is hurt. Max Scherzer told us he was going to get hurt. (24:40) Rafael Devers has been historically bad to start the season. Strike outs everywhere. Can't hit. Can't make contact. (34:21) Review: Reacher Season 3. (36:00) Let's talk about what MLB did about Opening Day. They gave customers who missed out due to some tech issues a discount on merch. (42:40) NPPOD. (45:00) The Final Four on the men's side is set. It's all top seeds. (48:00) The Memphis Grizzlies fired its head coach with 10 games left. A 4/5 seed in the NBA. Why now? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
MLB.com Blue Jays Reporter Keegan Matheson joined OverDrive to discuss the headlines around the Blue Jays, Max Scherzer landing on the IL and his timeline of the injury, Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s start to the season, the series against the Nationals and more.
After a season opening series split with Baltimore, Justin and Patrick voice their concerns about Max Scherzer and the puzzling move to keep (and then DFA) Richard Lovelady over Ryan Yarbrough.The guys highlight Andres Gimenez, Bo Bichette, Kevin Gausman, and Jeff Hoffman as standouts over the weekend. Congrats to Alan Roden on his first MLB hit.Before wrapping up the episode the guys discuss the Washington Nationals and the keys to winning the series. Stay tuned for a very cool episode later this week!
Happy Monday! Ben and Brent kick off the week by discussing the outcome of the Maple Leafs' California road trip, recent encounters with high-sticking incidents, Mitch Marner's pursuit of his first career 100-point campaign, and John Tavares' historic goal-scoring production in March. Later, the guys weigh in on the Blue Jays' weekend split against the Orioles, the residual implications of Max Scherzer's injury situation, Andres Gimenez's strong weekend at the plate, and Kevin Gausman showing signs of recapturing his ace-level form (30:55).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 affiliate.
On Hour 3 of The FAN Morning Show, Ben and Brent are joined by Jeff Blair to discuss the Blue Jays' season-opening split against the Orioles, Max Scherzer's injury situation, the club's curious decision to part ways with Ryan Yarbrough, expectations for Bowden Francis, Yariel Rodriguez's potential role moving forward, early returns on Will Wagner at third base, and the Yankees' controversial use of “torpedo” bats. Later, Frank Seravalli (26:20) stops by to chat about Niko Mikkola's antics against the Canadiens on Sunday, the top contenders for the Jack Adams Award, if the Maple Leafs would consider deploying a goaltending tandem during the post-season, and Alex Ovechkin inching closer to Wayne Gretzky's all-time goals record. 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.
After a long long winter, we FINALLY have some baseball to react to. The Jays split the series against the Baltimore Orioles and the storylines are a plenty coming out of this one. Max Scherzer injury is worse than we thought and will miss some time. Who will step up? Lovelady gone, and Fluharty is here! First big league hit for Alan Roden and is Andres Gimenez the clean up hitter we needed all along? So much and more on this episode!
Sho Alli and Julia Kreuz break down the Blue Jays' 9-5 loss vs. the Orioles at the Rogers Centre. They take your calls and texts, and get to Max Scherzer leaving the game after three innings of work due to right lat soreness - if he misses a significant period of time, who steps up? Can the team rely on Yariel Rodríguez as another starter if need be? They discuss the roster construction that had Richard Lovelady and Jacob Barnes enter the game - even if the backend of the bullpen has been fixed, is middle relief now an issue as well? Plus, they get into Bo Bichette's 4-for-4 day, including two doubles and a walk - should the extension conversation shift from Vladimir Guerrero Jr. to Bo if this keeps up? 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.
Baltimore Orioles vs. Toronto Blue Jays MLB Pick Prediction by Tony T. Orioles at Blue Jays 3PM ET— Dean Kremer will start for Baltimore. Kremer had 24 starts last season carrying an ERA of 4.10 with WHIP of 1.24. The righthander struck out 22.2% with 9.2% walks. Grounders dealt at 41.7% with 1.25 home runs per nine innings. Max Scherzer to start for Toronto. Scherzer had nine starts in 2024 posting an ERA of 3.95 with WHIP of 1.15. The veteran fanned 22.6% with 5.6% walks. Ground balls dealt at 32% with 1.45 home runs per nine innings.
En este episodio nos enfocamos por completo en la Liga Americana, haciendo un repaso división por división rumbo al Opening Day.
Molly Scherzer was nominated as a Beck's Player with Heart for her commitment and passion on and off the court. She loves many things about playing high school sports, such as her teammates and her memories with them. Volleyball provides a fun and competitive environment that allows her to play the sport she loves while developing her work ethic, physical growth, social interaction, and other life lessons. She also loves the bond her team has. They always have each other's backs and cheer each other on, and their friendship will carry on for the rest of their lives. Molly competes in volleyball and she is involved in Beta, Pep Club, FCA, and Educators Rising. Outside of school and sports, she has been a member of 4-H for 10 years, a camp counselor, the club president, a religion teacher, a volunteer at church picnics, a coach for 5th and 6th-grade volleyball, and a volunteer at volleyball camps for kids. Agriculture means a lot to Molly because she has grown up on a farm her entire life and both sides of her extended family are farmers. This experience taught her responsibility, a strong work ethic, problem-solving skills, and an appreciation for the environment. She is thankful for the opportunity to raise her own sheep herd and show goats and swine. After graduating high school, Molly plans to attend the University of Southern Indiana and earn a degree in elementary education. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker step into the box on Friday's edition of Blair and Barker with a promising update on Max Scherzer's thumb injury, before sifting through today's Blue Jays lineup. Manager John Schneider (15:56) joins the guys to discuss the latest on Scherzer, before getting into how Bowden Francis can build off of his strong second half of 2024, Yariel Rodriguez' form this spring, and how Will Wagner is fitting in at third base. John also sheds light on the plan leading up to Opening Day, how he wants his team to utilize the Automatic Ball-Strike system, the general reception of ABS from umpires, and who he envisions batting clean-up. Later, Marc Topkin (33:27) of the Tampa Bay Times checks in on Rays as they gear up to play the 2025 season from George Steinbrenner Field. Marc looks into how the minor league park could impact the team's offensive presence, the "big three" in Tampa's lineup, Shane McClanahan's status, and how former Jay Danny Jansen is fitting in. 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.
Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker kick off the show with ESPN MLB Writer, Jesse Rogers to discuss Max Scherzer's looming injury and whether Yariel Rodriguez will get the start over Scherzer. Next, they hit on Kyle Tucker's free agency, the state of the A.L. Central and the Chicago Cubs division outlook. Later, Blue Jays Announcer Ben Shulman (27:46) joins the show to weigh in on Scherzer's thumb implications, whether Davis Schneider's impressive spring training will be sustainable, how the Opening Day lineup will look like and debate Yariel Rodriguez's role this year.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 affiliate.
Tampa Smokers night at the Tampa Baseball Museum in Ybor with Joe Maddon & Larry Rothschild https://www.tampabaseballmuseum.org/Rays Fans Stadium FatigueRays owner, Stu Sternberg's, past challenges with minority owners of RaysStu's staunch support of community charities & representation with Pride Night & Heritage Nights. Some conservatives not pleasedSt Pete Deal in questionMarch 31st Deadline - Rays Matt Silverman, Stu Sternberg, St Pete & $700 millionShouldn't Rays have had a better “What IF” plan BJP Peterson scoop on buyers of Tampa Bay Rays 3 groups of potential buyers: Joe Molloy & DeBartolo familyDan Doyle of Dex ImagingCarter McCain with mystery out of town investorsWhat about Darryl ShawDeBartolo pardoned by Donald Trump – how that might impact saleAlternate locations for Rays if St Pete deal goes awry – Ybor City, Florida State Fairgrounds, Orlando or relocate Yankees & move Rays into a remodeled George Steinbrenner FieldWould Fairgrounds location get support from Ron DeSantis & Trump?Historical look at McCourts ownership of LA Dodgers & MLB CommissionerRays saga could be a movie with George Clooney playing StuValue of an Open Air stadium comparisons between Montreal's Big O stadium “parking lot” experience compared to the outdoor beauty of FenwayLate summer heat and health of minor league players in FloridaSt Pete Real Estate Development agreement with Stu includes 65 acres at a greatly reduced value priceAL East - Yankees, Red Sox, Blue Jays injuries Impact of losing Gerritt Cole, Luis Gil, Giancarlo Stanton, DJ LeMahieuYankees will need more runs from Anthony Volpe, Cody Bellinger, Paul GoldschmidtBraves passed on Max Fried – aging & injuries?Red Sox injuries include Brayan Bello, Lucas Giolito, Kutter Crawford, Sandoval . . .Orioles & Grayson RodriguezJays injuries include Max Scherzer, Alek Manoah & Eric SwansonRays healthiest in AL East – Shane McClanahan is back and pitching rotation is strongCurtis Mead is getting extra opportunities in Spring TrainingRays Versatile Roster includes a strong bench with Curtis Mead, Richie Palacio & Curtis MeadLooking forward to Ha-Seong Kim and Danny Jansen this season with the RaysMat's Rays Trifecta – New Stadium, Playoff Run & World SeriesSpecial Thanks to the Nurses, Doctors & staff at South Florida Baptist HospitalFollow Mat on Blue Sky at https://bsky.app/profile/matgermain.bsky.socialYou can find Mark on Blue Sky at https://bsky.app/profile/baseballbizondeck.bsky.socialSpecial thanks to XTaKeRuX for the music “Rocking Forward
Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker kick off today's show with thoughts on John Schneider's comments about Max Scherzer and if his thumb injury is related to past ailments. Barker shares his take on the Blue Jays' lineup for this afternoon's spring training matchup against the Orioles, before getting Sportsnet's own Caleb Joseph's opinion (12:30). The former big league catcher shares his view on Bo Bichette's power surge this spring, his level of concern on Scherzer's setback, and what to make Kevin Gausman's performance in Dunedin so far. Later on, MLB Insider Jeff Passan (31:21) shares his view on the Tampa Bay Rays not moving forward with a new ballpark in the St. Petersburg area and the contract negotiations between Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and the Jays. 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.
Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker start the episode by discussing Gerrit Cole's season-ending injury, whether George Springer deserves to continue as a lead-off hitter, and whether Myles Straw should be the everyday center fielder in Daulton Varsho's absence. Later, former MLB catcher and MLB Network analyst Alex Avila (23:35) joins the show to discuss what it's like to catch Max Scherzer, how Alejandro Kirk should catch him, and how other veteran players like Gausman and Bassitt can still learn from Scherzer. Finally, Alex tells one of his favourite stories about Max while playing a game.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 affiliate.
MLB Network Analyst Ryan Dempster joined OverDrive to discuss the headlines around the league, the ABS challenge system for pitchers, Max Scherzer's role with the Blue Jays, Toronto's search to contend in the AL East, the Dodgers' elite status and more.
Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert kick off the show by discussing Matthew Tkachuk's interview with Jimmy Fallon and Max Scherzer's Jays spring training debut. Then, EJ Hradek (8:53) of NHL Network joins the show to discuss the impact the Four Nations has had on the American market, the Oilers' play following the break, 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.
MLB.com Blue Jays Reporter Keegan Matheson joined OverDrive to discuss the start of the Blue Jays' start of Spring Training for the team, Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s contract outlook, Ross Atkins' perspective on the roster, Max Scherzer impressions on the mound and more.
Justin and Patrick are back with the FINAL episode of the offseason before Spring Training opens for the Toronto Blue Jays on Feb. 13.The guys discuss highlights from Max Scherzer's first media session as a Blue Jay, Kevin Kiermaier's role in the organization, missing out on Pete Alonso, and roster battles to watch throughout camp.
Guests: Aaron Abrams, star of CTV's “Children Ruin Everything,” plus clips from Max Scherzer and Ross Atkins' news conference and we bring you clips and analysis of that news conference. Scherzer talks about his health, the hows and whys of his coming to Toronto, his motivations in finally coming to the AL East and his feelings about baseball's data revolution. Ross Atkins avoids a question about a possible contract extension for Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Also, TV star and huge Jays fan Aaron Abrams joins us for a Jays vibe check as they get set to head to spring training.
Pitcher and Catcher ReportHAIL TO THE CHIEFMark's bad date, No Uber, Grand Funk Railroad, Little Eva, Friends sacrificed an evening with Grand Funk Regrets for making the wrong decision and it's impact on otherVoices skewed – what about Jim Acosta Getting the Truth out v Corporate scripted & misleadedGroundNews points out the biasGaggle of OligarchsNew Administration providing free reign for corporationsAI genie out of the bottlePeople who are as nice as gold individually – as a group not so niceStepping back from the groupHiring a bad employee, sometimes you have to cut them loose when their having a bad impact on peopleBad choices in the cabinet Extricating ourselves from bad decisionsGod save us all if we don't speak upWork to be done, Healthcare and homelessness in United StatesDiscussions on helping others, Healing needs to beginMike Trout example with the Angels Free Trade Agreements Trade barriers have been systematically brought down by generation and generation.Learn the Lessons of historyMonopolistic systems that have gone belly upAccess to libraries, shutting out books, what is being deleted off the recordsHold on to your print booksStand up and Step upFind some compassion, find some heart, find some joyBaseball shift to Spring TrainingWhere will Pete Alonso goAlex Bregman a 6 or 7 year deal? – Another Carlos CorreaAging 2nd baseman Jose Altuve – move to outfield? Bregman replace Alex Bohm with the Phillies – Dombrowski makes late movesMax Schwerzer – now a Blue Jay - 6 Man Rotation avoid injuries and health issuesScherzer expectations - 4.5 ERA and 150 plus inningsKevin Kiermaier – will the Tampa Bay Rays ever retire his numberKiermaier's confidence & commitment as an outfielder to be the bestKK's stretch of dominance as a defensive centerfielder was longer than Andruw JonesThe joy of grandparentsCaribbean League – Mexico is leading – Japan is currently last – are A Players playingJapan teams have very strict regimen on when they play through the yearScience Fiction baseball – AI and AnalyticsRobotic Arms, Neuralink chips to better see the ball, new bat and ball enhancementsNew world baseball could bring moving fences to the Orioles Camden YardsMLB should rule that these intelligent fields could perform “Waves” and flipExpansion teams should have adaptabitlity so that their field can automatically adapt to each visiting teams fieldCyborg baseball – playing and cheating at 150 years of ageTim Anderson with Ron Washington and the AngelsFinding Joy Spring Training what will be the mood in the midst of world eventsWhy did NFL remove “End Racism” from the end zones?Joy of a young Mat going to see the Montreal Expos on Opening Day tradition.Living & Protecting all Free SpeechBooing AFTER the US Anthem in Canada at an NHL gameCanadians do not want to become part of a new countryStrength of both countries working together and being separateTV packages Follow Mat on Blue Sky at https://bsky.app/profile/matgermain.bsky.socialYou can find Mark on Blue Sky at https://bsky.app/profile/baseballbizondeck.bsky.socialSpecial thanks to XTaKeRuX for the music “Rocking Forward
Draft tandem Jeremy Nygaard and JD Cameron team up for a podcast to discuss prospects on their way to the big leagues and the MLB draft, produced by Theo Tollefson. 0:00 Intro 4:00 Housekeeping 5:20 Moves in the MLB 11:00 Twins Sign Coloumbe 16:40 Twins Sign Bader 26:20 Build a Franken-Prospect You can support the show by downloading it from wherever you get your podcasts, including iTunes and Spotify. If you enjoy the content, consider leaving us a five-star rating and review in addition to sharing or retweeting DTS-related content. You can follow us on Twitter @DTS_POD1, @Jeremynygaard, @J_D_Cameron, and @TheodoreTollef1. We're now on Bluesky @destinationtheshow.bsky.social. You can also find full episodes and clips of our shows on our YouTube page @DestinationTheShow.
In this episode: Prediction comes true! Jack Flaherty signs to Detroit Tigers on a two-year agreement. More signing news: Max Scherzer joins the Toronto Blue Jays. Plus a look into Shohei Ohtani's injury update.
As Spring Training rapidly approaches, a couple of notable free-agent pitchers have found teams just in time for pitchers and catchers to report. With Jack Flaherty returning to the Detroit Tigers and Max Scherzer taking his Hall of Fame resume to the Toronto Blue Jays, both teams are hoping the pitchers provide a spark to their rotations.Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman discuss the surprising move of Flaherty going back to Detroit and why his contract signals that he will more than likely re-test free agency after next season, as well as whether the Blue Jays will be able to get a healthy Scherzer to anchor their rotation in an already competitive AL East division.Also on this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, the guys take a look at some of the top prospects in baseball, including Roman Anthony from the Boston Red Sox, Sebastian Walcott from the Texas Rangers and Drake Baldwin from the Atlanta Braves. They then answer some of your questions from the BBQ mailbag before offering a baseball comp to the Luka Dončić-Anthony Davis trade. (1:09) - The Opener: Jack Flaherty to the Tigers(11:47) - Max Scherzer to the Blue Jays(20:17) - Jordan's Prospect Hut: A look at some top prospects(41:40) - BBQ Mailbag(58:52) - What's the baseball comp to the Luka-A.D. trade? Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:
Jack Flaherty heads back to Detroit. Case explains why that pitching staff may be more ready for a run than even last year. Plus, we discuss why Alex Bregman may need to think twice about signing with Detroit despite the Tigers wanting him bad. Jon Heyman threw the Reds out there as a potential legit suitor for Pete Alonso. The Mayor gives his thoughts on why that's a win-win idea for team and player. And we debate how much is left in the tank for two legends and former teammates - Justin Verlander of the Giants and Max Scherzer of the Blue Jays. Full Video Broadcast here. Like & Subscribe: https://youtu.be/t-dLPAfOdiU https://bleav.com/
On Episode 344 of Above Replacement Radio, Chris & Daniel talked about the Astros trading Ryan Pressly to the Cubs, Carlos Estevez signing with the Royals, Ha-Seong Kim going to the Rays, and Max Scherzer signing with the Blue Jays. They closed by breaking down each of their top 10 2nd basemen in baseball.
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Ben Lindbergh and Meg Rowley banter about the Max Scherzer and Jorge Polanco signings, Scherzer vs. Justin Verlander, and the changes in pitcher usage over the course of those pitchers' careers. Then (20:17) they discuss stricter restrictions on the size of fielders' gloves, and the merits of a tax in Meg's county to help pay […]
TSN Baseball Insider Steve Phillips joined OverDrive to discuss the headlines around the MLB, Max Scherzer signing with the Blue Jays, his role for the pitching group, Pete Alonso's team sweepstakes and the Mets' contract outlook of the players and more.
The Toronto Blue Jays offseason improves by signing veteran pitcher Max Scherzer on a 1-year contract. Sportsnet's Shi Davidi joins Ailish Forfar and Justin Cuthbert on the show to discuss what Scherzer brings to the roster and whether there's more additions to come (4:50). Then, Sportsnet's Mike Futa stops by to evaluate Drew Doughty's season debut last night, if he should replace Alex Pietrangelo at 4 Nations Face-Off, why he's Hockey Canada's darling, if Brandt Clark could be on his way out of L.A., and much more. Steve Kouleas of Sirius XM NHL Network Radio makes an appearance to break down the 4 Nations captain announcements, Crosby's international legacy ahead of the tournament, potential injury replacements, and more (25:40).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.
JD reacts to news of Max Scherzer signing with the Blue Jays (00:00). Jason Demers, NHL Network analyst, discusses the effects of low-energy crowds at Maple Leafs games, what Morgan Reilly needs to succeed and how NHL'ers are viewing the 4 Nations Face-Off (7:00). Ben Ennis, co-host of The FAN Morning Show, checks-in with JD to chat about the excitement of the Scherzer signing and Toronto's payroll (27:50). Chris Bassitt from the Toronto Blue Jays joins the show to get into what Scherzer brings to the pitching staff, the upcoming Jays season and his love for the city (49:00). The show ends with 'What We Missed!' (1:05:30)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. 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.
Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker kick things off with reactions to the Blue Jays' signing of future hall-of-fame pitcher Max Scherzer to a one-year deal, and how this addition affects Toronto's starting pitching rotation. The duo then welcome in Blue Jays Centrals' Caleb Joseph to weigh in on what the veteran righty brings to the lineup, if the Jays have any other moves on the horizon in free agency, and how the recently acquired Anthony Santander can bolster the team's power. Later, Dallas Morning News' (33:22) Evan Grant joins to chat what Scherzer has left in the tank, and how his veteran presence along with pitching coach Pete Walker will elevate this Jays squad. 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.
The Blue Jays Add A Hall of Famer A busy January on the free agent front came to a close with the Blue Jays snagging Max Scherzer, the 40-year-old eight-time all-star who will bring his three Cy Young awards and two World Series rings to town with him. With five trips to the injured list in the past two seasons, and only having been able to make nine starts in 2024, what does Scherzer have left to add to a decent Jays rotation? Can he stay healthy, and if he does how much should be expected of him? Does the big right-hander help the Jays in their quest to get back to the post-season?
The Blue Jays make another addition, signing pitcher Max Scherzer in free agency to a one-year, $15.5 million deal, pending a physical. Sho Alli takes your calls and texts, and asks what letter grade the Jays now deserve following a relatively busy offseason - how high can that grade get without a second bat, or without a big extension for Vladimir Guerrero Jr.? Sportsnet's Nick Ashbourne (12:18) stops by to discuss the Scherzer signing - what's the threshold for success with the 40-year-old future Hall of Famer, and what does this do for Yariel Rodríguez in a potential move to the bullpen? Afterwards, Sho chats with MLB.com's Kennedi Landry (29:44), who covered Scherzer during his Rangers tenure - what kind of teammate is he, and how can it rub off on others? Plus, Sho gets into the latest news in the Pete Alonso sweepstakes - will he head north of the border to Toronto, or will he head back to Citi Field in Queens?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.
Welcome to Episode 58 of TableSetters! We've got a lot to cover in today's episode, including some major moves in the MLB offseason. Max Scherzer's surprising signing with the Toronto Blue Jays, the reveal of MLB The Show 25 featuring three of the game's rising stars, and a key trade between the Cubs and Astros are all on the table. Plus, the Padres find themselves in the midst of a significant internal dispute that could impact their future. Let's dive right in. First up, Max Scherzer's unexpected move to the Blue Jays has raised a few eyebrows. The three-time Cy Young winner, who had a difficult 2024 season, is now joining a veteran heavy Toronto rotation on a one-year, $15.5 million deal. Paired with the likes of Kevin Gausman and Chris Bassitt, Scherzer could provide the experience the Blue Jays need to take their postseason push to the next level. But with the team's payroll nearing $273 million, it remains to be seen whether they're done making moves — and the rumors surrounding Pete Alonso only add more intrigue. Next, we're talking about the unveiling of MLB The Show 25, which features three of baseball's brightest young talents on the cover: Paul Skenes, Elly De La Cruz, and Gunnar Henderson. These rising stars are making waves in the league and represent the future of the game. Skenes, the NL Rookie of the Year and Cy Young finalist; De La Cruz, the speedster who stole 60 bases; and Henderson, the young slugger for the Orioles, are all players to watch as they continue to shape the future of Major League Baseball. On the trade front, the Cubs made a significant move by acquiring veteran closer Ryan Pressly from the Astros. The 36-year-old right-hander, known for his steady performance in Houston, will help solidify Chicago's bullpen as they aim for a deeper playoff run in 2025. In exchange, the Cubs sent young right-handed prospect Juan Bello and $5.5 million to Houston. This deal highlights the Cubs' commitment to competing, but rumors suggest they're not done yet — with talks of a potential Dylan Cease trade to further strengthen their rotation. And then there's the ongoing situation with the Padres. The franchise is currently facing not just trade talks but a serious legal dispute that could have a major impact on the team's future. A lawsuit filed by Sheel Seidler, widow of the late Padres owner Peter Seidler, is creating internal tension within the organization. This legal conflict could affect the Padres' financial flexibility and their ability to make moves in the free-agent market. The drama in San Diego is far from over, and it could have lasting consequences for the direction of the team. We also have a fun question to ponder today: Could José Altuve be the shortest left fielder in MLB history if the Astros were to move him to the outfield? We dive into this hypothetical situation and what it would mean for the team. In the spirit of video games and MLB The Show 25, Devin asks Steve who his go-to Mario Kart character is — a fun conversation to add some gaming flavor to today's episode! We'll be breaking down all these stories and more in today's episode, so stay tuned for in-depth analysis. Don't forget to follow us for exclusive updates and behind-the-scenes content on Instagram and X @TableSettersPod. And if you enjoy the show, make sure to like, subscribe, and share — your support helps us keep bringing you the latest MLB news.
Ben Ennis & Brent Gunning break down the Blue Jays inking Max Scherzer to a 1-year, $15.5M deal. The hosts give their take on what adding the 3x Cy Young Award Winner, 2x World Series champion & 8x All-Star to Toronto's roster means. It evolves into a discussion on the Jays offseason and how its viewed. In the back end of the hour, the morning duo hit on some hockey: they dive into Marc-Andre Fleury's final game in Montreal, the letters being handed out for 4 Nations Face-Off squads and what Auston Matthews' getting the C for Team USA means (28:49).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 affiliate.
Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning wrap up this week on The FAN Morning Show diving deeper into the Blue Jays signing of Max Scherzer. The pair discuss what he brings to the club, the competitiveness and fire the sure ballot Hall of Famer brings with him, and what other Jays players from the past could match his intensity. Former MLB catcher and current Sportsnet analyst, Joe Siddall, stops by to share his thoughts on Toronto's offseason as a whole. Joe shares why fans should be excited to watch "Mad Max" pitch for their team and if the move helps the Jays meet their offseason expectations. Later, former MLB GM and current MLB Network Radio analyst, Jim Duquette, offers his take on how this came together, what the signing means for the Jays and where they fit in the landscape of the American League (27:35). The trio also dive into Pete Alonso's free agency and what's to come, especially with Scott Boras driving the negotiations. 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.
Ben Ennis & Brent Gunning start hour two with the Blue Jays signing Max Scherzer. The hosts give their take as to why Scherzer chose Toronto and if him signing to the Jays affects the league's perception of the organization. The twosome then welcomes MLB & Jays Insider, Shi Davidi of Sportsnet for his thoughts on the signing and where it leaves the team heading into spring training. In the backend of the hour, the morning duo are joined by NHL Insider Frank Seravalli (28:55) of Daily Face Off to talk some hockey and if we truly are in trade season.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 affiliate.
MLB.com Blue Jays Reporter Keegan Matheson joined OverDrive to discuss the headlines around the Blue Jays, Max Scherzer landing with the team and bolstering the starting rotation, Scherzer's the team's outlook for the start of the season and more.
(Episode 183): During Amazin Day, Steve Cohen & David Stearns addressed the Pete Alonso contract negotiations. It might not be what New York Mets fans wanted to hear but they needed the transparency and honesty. Subway To Shea's Anthony Rivera reacts to the comments made by the Leadership Team! Anthony also gives his thoughts on a possible reunion with Max Scherzer and a trade for Spencer Torkelson! Plus, we get our first look at the Mets NEW road alternate jerseys! ____________________________________________ Follow on X, Instagram, & Tik Tok: @SubwayToShea Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@subwaytoshea Intro Song: Ride It Like You Mean It- Kristian Leo Outro Song: Sky- OBO
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With the calendar flipping over to 2025, we are now officially less than two months away from pitchers and catchers reporting for Spring Training. While teams are starting to finalize their rosters for who's coming to camp, there are still quite a few notable free agents out there looking for jobs. But is time running out for these players to get the deal they're hoping for?Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman open the show discussing what options Alex Bregman has left since the Houston Astros have clearly pivoted from bringing him back, if it's inevitable that the New York Mets and Pete Alonso will figure out some sort of deal and where future Hall of Famers Max Scherzer and Justin Verlander can take their talents to try and win one more championship.Also on this episode of Baseball Bar-B-Cast, the guys discuss the Baltimore Orioles signing Charlie Morton to a one-year deal and why, even though it's a nice addition, this offseason for the Birds has been questionable. They then get into the Los Angeles Dodgers signing Korean free agent Hyeseong Kim and the reason it's a perfect landing spot for the three-time KBO Golden Glove Award winner. (3:07) - The Opener: Alex Bregman's market is drying up(13:48) - Will Pete Alonso go back to the Mets?(20:04) - Santander and Flaherty(23:09) - Verlander and Scherzer(27:16) - Top free agent relievers left(30:52) - Around The League: Orioles sign Charlie Morton(41:58) - Dodgers sign Hyeseong Kim(48:57) - Turbo Mode: Jake recaps what MLB moves he missed Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:
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