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Today on the show, we're talking about the Detroit Tigers, Michigan and Michigan State Athletics, and more as we were joined by some of our great guests. We kicked off the show talking with Bobby Scales who is part of the Tiger radio broadcast team. He and Huge talked about everything that the Tigers have done in the last 10 days, gave their thought's on Tarik, Valdez and Verlander, talked about expectations for the season, and much more. We were then joined by Ben Verlander, who is the brother of Justin Verlander, and has the "Flippin' Bats Podcast." He talked about how cool it is to see his brother come back to Detroit and what it means to the Verlander's, talked about the other great pitchers the Tigers have this season and the impact they'll make, and much more. In our second hour, we were joined by Jeremy Reisman from Pride of Detroit. He and Huge talked about some of the storylines surrounding our Detroit Lions, Jeremy told us what he learned from his interview with new OC Drew Petzing, gave his thought's on the impact that he can make, and much more. Jim Comparoni from SpartanMag.com then joined us. He and Huge previewed tonight's MSU/Wisconsin game, talked about the path moving forward, and more. We wrapped up the hour with a "Moving Ferris Forward" interview as Huge spoke with Brody Keiser, who is the voice of Ferris State Hockey. He and Huge talked about how year one has gone for new Head Coach Brett Riley, talked about this weekend's final home weekend for FSU Hockey and the Mason Cup Playoffs, and more. In our final hour, Clayton Sayfie from theWolverine.com joined us. He and Huge talked about the video that was released which shows Michigan football players allegedly smoking pot. We then played Bill's earlier conversation with Ben Verlander in regards to Justin coming back to Detroit. We wrapped up the show talking with Kassia Alamm from "Explore Lakeland." She told us about the impact that the Tigers and Spring Training have on the Lakeland area, told us about all of the great things that Lakeland has to offer its visitors, and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
We were joined by Bobby Scales who is part of the Tiger radio broadcast team. He and Huge talked about everything that the Tigers have done in the last 10 days, gave their thought's on Tarik, Valdez and Verlander, talked about expectations for the season, and much more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Today on the show, we're talking about the Detroit Tigers, Michigan and Michigan State Athletics, and more as we were joined by some of our great guests. We kicked off the show talking with Bobby Scales who is part of the Tiger radio broadcast team. He and Huge talked about everything that the Tigers have done in the last 10 days, gave their thought's on Tarik, Valdez and Verlander, talked about expectations for the season, and much more. We were then joined by Ben Verlander, who is the brother of Justin Verlander, and has the "Flippin' Bats Podcast." He talked about how cool it is to see his brother come back to Detroit and what it means to the Verlander's, talked about the other great pitchers the Tigers have this season and the impact they'll make, and much more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
JV has returned to the 313! In today's video, we are breaking down the massive news that Justin Verlander is coming home to the Detroit Tigers on a 1-year deal. This isn't just another free-agent signing—this is a legendary homecoming for one of the greatest to ever wear the Old English D.In This Video:* The Emotional Return: I'm sharing my raw reaction to the news. After years of watching JV dominate elsewhere, seeing him back in Detroit just feels right.* What This Means for the City: Detroit is a pitching town, and Verlander is its king. We talk about the energy this brings to Comerica Park and why the city of Detroit needed this veteran leadership right now.* The World Series Quest: Can JV be the final piece of the puzzle? With Tarik Skubal and Framber Valdez already in the mix, we analyze if this rotation is officially the best in MLB and if they have enough fire to bring a World Series ring back to Detroit in 2026.The rotation is set: Skubal. Valdez. Verlander. Is this the year the drought finally ends?
Spencer and Eazy react to Detroit Pistons vs Charlette Hornets Suspensions for Isaiah Stewart, Jalen Duren, Miles Bridges, and Moussa Diabate. They also react to Trajan Langdon on 97.1 The Ticket speaking out about the Detroit Pistons Trade Deadline.
Producer's note: This podcast was recorded before Justin Verlander signed a one-year contract and Reese Olson was ruled out for the 2026 season after shoulder surgery. Check freep.com/sports for the latest Tigers coverage — and this podcast feed for additional updates. As Detroit Tigers pitchers and catchers report to spring training, Lance Brozdowski — the player development analyst for the Marquee Sports Network — joins "Days of Roar" to evaluate the starting rotation and the bullpen ahead of the 2026 season, including the one-two punch atop the rotation with Tarik Skubal and Framber Valdez. Evan Petzold and Chris Brown break down the biggest storylines to watch in camp, including if Colt Keith can lock down third base. They also build their projected 26-man roster for Opening Day, featuring a debate about Javier Báez and Zach McKinstry at shortstop until Kevin McGonigle arrives. To end the show, Chandler Rome — the Houston Astros beat writer for The Athletic — joins to discuss the Tigers signing Valdez to a three-year, $115 million contract, explaining everything to know about the newcomer nicknamed "La Grasa," from his elite durability to his mental meltdowns. Follow Evan on X/Twitter here. Read Evan's most recent work here
Luis Valdez joins from Puerto Rico to dissect state-level Second Amendment battles, focusing on Florida HB 1455's red flag law flaws and how it undermines due process. He reviews Virginia's recent legislative attempts to restrict firearms on campuses and in public spaces, while emphasizing GOA's legal and lobbying efforts to protect gun rights nationwide. Valdez also explains the practical impact on law-abiding citizens versus criminals and shares updates on Puerto Rico's gun regulations, highlighting strategies to preserve constitutional rights across diverse jurisdictions.
Send a textWe recap a crowded fight weekend with belts on the line, sharp undercards, a polarizing masterclass, and one surreal viral moment. From Zander Zayas' poise to Shakur's control and Josh Kelly's rise, we sort the substance from the noise and have a laugh along the way.• ProBox highlights with Flores vs Teasley momentum swing• Scarborough vs Valdez late surge and shaky 99–91 card• Zander Zayas' measured win over Abbas Barou• Shakur Stevenson's control and Teofimo's future questions• Josh Kelly's statement at 154 and context of the division• Best knockout vs best “KO” and the Jarrell Miller hairpiece saga• Platform notes across ProBox, Tubi, Paramount+ and muting commentary• What Feb 21 means with Garcia vs Barrios, Wood vs Warrington, Sandy RyanMake sure to like, subscribe, and follow
Tigers rotation is set.
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Detroit Tigers fans, the "rebuild" is officially a thing of the past. In one of the most explosive weeks in franchise history, the Tigers have solidified a rotation that isn't just the best in the AL Central—it might be the best in baseball.In this episode of Buffed Up Sports, I break down the two massive moves that have shifted the MLB landscape:⚾ Tarik Skubal's Historic PaydayTarik Skubal didn't just win his arbitration case; he broke the bank. By being awarded $32 million, Skubal has set the record for the highest arbitration salary in MLB history. I discuss the massive $13 million gap between the team and the player and what this means for a long-term extension in Detroit.⚾ The Framber Valdez BlockbusterThe Tigers landed their second ace by signing Framber Valdez to a 3-year, $115 million deal. At a staggering $38.33 million AAV, Valdez is now the highest-paid left-handed pitcher per year in the history of the game.⚾ Is it World Series or bust for Detroit in 2026Don't forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and hit the BELL to stay Buffed Up on all things Detroit sports!Comment Below: Does this rotation make the Tigers the favorites to win the World Series this year?
The Tigers lost their arbitration hearing to Tarik Skubal, but won the week by signing Framer Valdez. Are they going all-in for a World Series title in 2026?!
Ben Verlander previews the World Baseball Classic now that the rosters have been set. He also talks about the best lineup, rotation & team in the WBC. The Detroit Tigers surprised the baseball world by giving Framber Valdez the highest AAV for the left-handed pitcher & Tarik Skubal also won his record arbitration deal. That and so much more on Flippin' Bats. CHAPTERS:00:00 INTRO01:30 TIGERS SIGN FRAMBER VALDEZ07:00 TARIK SKUBAL'S RECORD DEAL18:00 WORLD BASEBALL CLASSIC PREVIEW19:30 POOL A23:10 POOL B29:00 POOL C31:50 POOL D35:50 BEST LINEUP38:30 BEST ROTATION39:50 BEST TEAM42:50 TOP 10 TEAMS46:30 OUTRO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Tigers lost their arbitration hearing to Tarik Skubal, but won the week by signing Framer Valdez. Are they going all-in for a World Series title in 2026?!
The Tigers lost their arbitration hearing to Tarik Skubal, but won the week by signing Framer Valdez. Are they going all-in for a World Series title in 2026?!
Let's talk about two moves: one the Orioles pulled off, and one they didn't. Blaze Alexander comes over in a trade while Framber Valdez signs with Detroit. BlueSky Twitter YouTube Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
From 'Baseball Isn't Boring' (subscribe here): One was a huge deal. One was a somewhat unexpected deal. Nonetheless, the signings of Framber Valdez (Tigers) and Isiah Kiner-Falefa (Blue Jays) were interesting enough to elicit plenty of reaction and analysis from Bradfo in this BIB on the Go. 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
Tarik Skubal has 54 career wins in Major League Baseball, but on Thursday he may have earned his most lucrative victory yet—against his current club. The two-time Cy Young Award winner won his arbitration hearing against the Detroit Tigers, and the ramifications could be larger than many anticipate.On this episode of Baseball Bar-B-Cast, Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman discuss the historic win for Skubal, his agent Scott Boras, and the entire Players Association. Skubal will make a record $32 million after winning his arbitration hearing. This decision sets a precedent for future cases and could help determine Skubal's long-term future in Detroit. With the Tigers' acquisition of Framber Valdez, could the team be more willing to move on from their ace at some point this season?Later, Jake and Jordan break down some of the most intriguing rosters from the World Baseball Classic after every team revealed its squad Thursday night, including which teams may have been impacted by insurance issues. They then make their picks for The Good, The Bad & The Uggla, including an update on the Emmanuel Clase gambling investigation and an incredibly unique giveaway from the Toronto Blue Jays this season.2:02 – The Opener: Skubal wins vs. Tigers11:03 – Scott Boras Scoreboard update20:21 – Tigers sign Framber Valdez31:15 – Around the League: WBC rosters53:02 – The Good, The Bad & The Uggla Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:
This week, Jordan and Alex share their excitement and thoughts on the Framber Valdez signing and dive into what Tarik Skubal winning his arbitration hearing means for the team and league. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Post-Gazette Pirates insiders Jason Mackey and Colin Beazley react to the week of offseason moves and non-moves from GM Ben Cherington's front office. This show is presented by FanDuel. How much will new signing Jose Urquidy boost the starting pitching depth around names like Paul Skenes, Mitch Keller, Bubba Chandler and others? Will his relationship with new pitching coach Bill Murphy yield fruit? Were there ever any legs to the rumors surrounding star pitcher Framber Valdez, who ultimately signed with the Detroit Tigers this week? And what are some of the top spring training storylines with report day looming next week? Could Konnor Griffin prove he belongs on the opening day roster? Our duo tackles those questions and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Eazy, Spencer, Nick, and Chris react to the Detroit Tigers signing Framber Valdez, as well as Maxx Crosby being traded to the Detroit Lions and the Pistons trade deadline.
The Detroit Tigers signed left-hander Framber Valdez to a three-year, $115 million contract with an opt-out clause after the second season — a move that shocked the baseball industry and created one of the best one-two punches atop a starting rotation in the game. In this special "Days of Roar" breaking news episode, Evan Petzold and Chris Brown break down all angles of the Valdez signing, including what it means for 2026 and beyond. (Stay tuned every Monday for regularly scheduled episodes.) Follow Evan on X/Twitter here. Read Evan's most recent work here
The Framber experience is now over- Now that it's over, how do we look at Framber's time as a Houston Astro?
Today on the show, we're talking about the Detroit Lions, the NFL, Michigan and Michigan State Basketball, and more as we were joined by some of our great guests. Throughout our first two hours, we were joined in studio by Jeff Risdon from the Detroit Lions Podcast, Sports Illustrated, and Real GM. During that time, Jeff and Huge talked about the Lions in the off-season, talked about expectations for the off-season and next season, talked about the Seahawks and Patriots playing in the Super Bowl and gave their predictions, discussed some of the storylines surrounding the NFL, and much more. In our second hour, Chris Balas from theWolverine.com joined us to talk about Michigan's dominating win over Penn State last night, to talk about Michigan Football in the off-season, and more. We wrapped up the hour talking with Greg Heeres about Tarik Skubal's arbitration, the Valdez signing, and more. In our final hour, we were joined by Scott Bischoff from the Detroit Lions Podcast. He and Huge talked about the Lions in the off-season, gave their opinions on Maxx Crosby, talked about the Super Bowl, and more. We were then joined by Mitch Lyons from Mitch Lyons Wealth. He and Huge previewed the Super Bowl and gave their picks, Mitch told us how he can help with your retirement, and more. We wrapped up the show with a "Moving Ferris Forward" interview as Huge spoke with Permella Harris, who is the Cheer and Stunt Coach at Ferris State University. She told what Cheer and Stunt is all about, talked about a competition happening at Wink Arena on Sunday, and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
We talked with Greg Heeres about Tarik Skubal's arbitration, the Valdez signing, and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Today on the show, we're talking about the Detroit Lions, the NFL, Michigan and Michigan State Basketball, and more as we were joined by some of our great guests. Throughout our first two hours, we were joined in studio by Jeff Risdon from the Detroit Lions Podcast, Sports Illustrated, and Real GM. During that time, Jeff and Huge talked about the Lions in the off-season, talked about expectations for the off-season and next season, talked about the Seahawks and Patriots playing in the Super Bowl and gave their predictions, discussed some of the storylines surrounding the NFL, and much more. In our second hour, Chris Balas from theWolverine.com joined us to talk about Michigan's dominating win over Penn State last night, to talk about Michigan Football in the off-season, and more. We wrapped up the hour talking with Greg Heeres about Tarik Skubal's arbitration, the Valdez signing, and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Today's word of the day is ‘carrots' as in Bad Bunny as in Super Bowl as in Seahawks as in Patriots as in Santa Clara! The Super Bowl is here! Can Sam Darnold lead the Seahawks to a Super Bowl victory? Is Drake Maye going to become the youngest QB to ever win a Super Bowl? Is Mike Vrabel going to go from Patriots player winning a title to a Patriots head coach winning a title? Are people going to tune out of Bad Bunny's halftime show? So many storylines! (12:28) NPPOD. (19:03) The Detroit Tigers went to arbitration with Tarik Skubal. The Detroit Tigers signed Framber Valdez to a $115 million deal on the same day. Coincidence? Let me explain! (35:40) Review: People We Meet on Vacation. (38:35) Anthony Davis has been traded by the Mavericks. He played just 29 games for the franchise. What a trade for Luka Doncic. (46:05) Let's give another update on the WNBA. Any deal? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Framber Valdez is headed to the Detroit Tigers on a three-year, $115 million deal that includes an opt out after the second year! How does Valdez fit in Detroit? How much will he move up in ADP? The Tigers updated rotation looks great but will Tarik Skubal stick around? Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/FantasyBaseballToday Download and Follow Fantasy Baseball Today on Spotify: https://sptfy.com/QiKv Follow our FBT team on Twitter: @FBTPod, @CPTowers @CBSScottWhite, @Roto_Frank Join our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/fantasybaseballtoday Sign up for the FBT Newsletter at https://www.cbssports.com/newsletters/fantasy-baseball-today/ For more fantasy baseball coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/fantasy/baseball/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ 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
Today's word of the day is ‘carrots' as in Bad Bunny as in Super Bowl as in Seahawks as in Patriots as in Santa Clara! The Super Bowl is here! Can Sam Darnold lead the Seahawks to a Super Bowl victory? Is Drake Maye going to become the youngest QB to ever win a Super Bowl? Is Mike Vrabel going to go from Patriots player winning a title to a Patriots head coach winning a title? Are people going to tune out of Bad Bunny's halftime show? So many storylines! (12:28) NPPOD. (19:03) The Detroit Tigers went to arbitration with Tarik Skubal. The Detroit Tigers signed Framber Valdez to a $115 million deal on the same day. Coincidence? Let me explain! (35:40) Review: People We Meet on Vacation. (38:35) Anthony Davis has been traded by the Mavericks. He played just 29 games for the franchise. What a trade for Luka Doncic. (46:05) Let's give another update on the WNBA. Any deal? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Was this the big Detroit sports move we've been waiting for?
The guys react to yesterday's big news of the Tigers signing former Astros SP Framber Valdez to a huge 3-year, $115 million deal.
The guys spent the second hour offering some more thoughts on the Tigers signing Valdez and losing their arbitration battle vs. Tarik Skubal. They heard from the people throughout the hour as well.
Mike and Rico began the show with their thoughts on the Tigers' signing of Framber Valdez to a big 3-year deal. In the next segment, they reacted in real time to the breaking news that Tarik Skubal won the arbitration battle before David joined with a list of the most surprising personnel moves in Detroit sports history.
iki and Evan dive into the controversy surrounding Tom Brady's recent comments about the Patriots in the Super Bowl. Despite his former teammate Mike Vrabel coaching New England, Brady claims he has "no dog in the fight," sparking outrage among Boston fans and former players. The guys debate whether Brady is being corporate, disconnected, or just trying to protect his new ownership interests. Later, the show shifts to Major League Baseball as the Detroit Tigers make a splash by signing Framber Valdez, leading to a debate on whether the Tigers are now legitimate threats to the New York Yankees in the American League.
The hot stove finally cools down as the Detroit Tigers sign ace pitcher Framber Valdez to a massive 3-year, $111 million deal. Tiki and Evan debate whether this move makes Detroit a legitimate World Series contender or if they are simply capitalizing on a weak AL Central—and how they stack up against the New York Yankees in a potential playoff series. Then, the results are in for the show's MLB Free Agency Bingo. After months of tracking, a winner is crowned (spoiler: it's Tiki), while Tommy finishes dead last. The guys also pivot to a bizarre history lesson, discussing Robert Todd Lincoln's uncanny proximity to three presidential assassinations and the irony of the man who saved his life.
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Chris Rose and Trevor Plouffe discuss the hottest offseason stories in baseball! Shop your favorite gear from the Jomboy Media store. Click here to shop today! https://shop.jomboymedia.com/ 00:00 INTRO01:10 Framber Valdez signs three-year/$115M deal with the Tigers05:56 Who is the team to beat in the American League right now?17:05 What does this mean for Tarik Skubal?23:04 What teams missed out on this?30:55 Padres sign Miguel Andujar for one-year/$4M33:43 OUTRO Follow us on X/Instagram: @ChrisRoseSports Chris Rose on X/Instagram: @ChrisRose Trevor Plouffe on X/Instagram @TrevorPlouffe Follow all of our content on https://jomboymedia.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Eric discusses the importance of being intentional and ruthless with time and energy, highlighting the benefits of waking up an hour earlier to focus on daily habits. He also talks about the Detroit Tigers signing pitcher Framber Valdez and the historic arbitration case between Skubal and the team. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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En Baseball News del jueves 5 de febrero analizamos el movimiento que sacude a las Grandes Ligas:
Peter and Jack open with the Tarik Skubal/Tigers arbitration result, and then get into the fit with his new $115 million teammate, Framber Valdez. They finish the show by counting down the 10 best at the hot corner in 2026.Intro: 0:00Tarik Skubal: 3:03Framber Valdez: 14:38Honorable Mentions: 26:55No. 10: 43:50No. 9: 47:17No. 8: 55:25No. 7: 58:36No. 6: 1:03:18No. 5: 1:07:44No. 4: 1:13:10No. 3: 1:16:10No. 2: 1:23:17No. 1: 1:28:23PLEASE SUPPORT OUR OWN EMILY WALDON!Join our Baseball Groupchat!Subscribe to Our New Newsletter!Use Code "JUSTBASEBALL" when signing up on BetMGMCheck out Thompson Cigars and use my code JUSTBASEBALL for a great deal: https://thompsoncigar.comCheck out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comCheck out Aura.com: https://aura.com/Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Thompson Cigars and use my code JUSTBASEBALL for a great deal: https://thompsoncigar.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-just-baseball-show/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
The guys are talking about the Framber Valdez signing with the Tigers, Harrison Bader and Luis Arraez sign with the Giants and where that puts the Giants right now, plus the AL West with MacKenzie Gore and Brendan Donovan trades.
Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga look at how adding ex-Houston lefty Framber Valdez positions Detroit to dominate the Guardians' division. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode of BaseballBiz On Deck, Mark Corbett and Mat Germain dive into a wide-ranging discussion covering the World Baseball Classic, MLB luxury tax realities, Rays stadium costs in Tampa, and the latest trade rumors involving the Pirates and Rays.With pitchers and catchers reporting soon, the conversation blends anticipation for the baseball season with serious questions about insurance, international tournaments, player safety, and league economics, along with several Tampa-specific developments.World Baseball Classic 2026: Insurance, Puerto Rico & Player ConcernsWorld Baseball Classic and growing concerns surrounding player insurance coverage, particularly for Team Puerto RicoKey discussion points include:Insurance challenges for star players such as Francisco Lindor and Carlos CorreaWhy pitchers face higher risk in international tournamentsThe possibility of Puerto Rico withdrawing despite hosting WBC pool playHow MLB, players, and the World Baseball Classic share responsibility for coverageBroader concerns about fan safety, international security, and ICE involvement at global sporting eventsMark and Mat explore how these factors could affect attendance, participation, and the future of the World Baseball ClassicTampa Bay Rays Stadium UpdateThe 2.3 Billion Dollar Price TagA headline-grabbing figure sparks the next segment as discussion turns to the reported 2.3 billion dollar cost tied to the Rays proposed stadium and surrounding development in TampaStadium versus mixed-use development costsPublic funding compared to long-term tax revenueMayor Jane Castor's position as a lame-duck Previous negotiations in St. PetersburgWhy the project is being framed as an investment rather than a giveawayMark shares Tampa-specific context, including Gasparilla celebrations & the unusual sight of ice being placed inside Raymond James Stadium for a hockey eventMLB Luxury Tax - Who Pays, Who Benefits and Who Does NotMat breaks down the MLB competitive balance tax and how top spending teams continue to dominate payrollThe Dodgers, Mets, and Yankees leading luxury tax paymentsNearly 400 million dollars collected league-wideHow some small-market teams retain revenue instead of reinvestingWhy the system weakens competitive balance across multiple marketsCalls for financial transparency and opening team books in the next CBAOther impacting factors: Gambling revenue, international brand growth, and how winning teams build global fanbases.Pirates, Rays and MLB Rumors & MLB trade developments & rumorsThe Pirates being linked to Framber Valdez and the impact of a potential elite rotationBlue Jays and Giants also monitoring the Valdez marketBreaking News – Framber Valdez signs with the Detroit Tigers to the astonishment of fans and the Pittsburgh PiratesThe Rays continuing their trend of three-team tradesTampa Bay acquiring Ben Williamson, a defense-first infielder with offensive upsideHow Williamson fits alongside Taylor Walls and Junior CamineroWhy controllable, pre-arbitration players remain central to Rays roster constructionMat also discusses Colton Ledbetter's departure and how internal competition shapes Rays decision-making.Remember to try to find the joy in every dayLike & subscribe to BaseballBiz On Deck. You may also find BaseballBiz on Deck, on YouTube at iHeart Apple, Spotify, Amazon Music, & at www.baseballbizondeck.com Also you can find Mat at M-A-T-G-E-R-M-A-I-N dot B Sky social. That's Mat at M-A-T-G-E-R-M-A-I-N dot B, Sky social or Mark at Baseball Biz on Deck dot B Sky Social and BaseballBiz On Deck with Facebook.
Three minutes before going live, everything changed. Just as NS9LIVE was preparing to break down the Pirates' potential pursuit of Framber Valdez, the news dropped — he was off the board. Another big arm gone. Another pivot. Another missed opportunity. In this episode, DiNardo and Tyler react in real time to the sudden shift, dive into what the Pirates' rotation really needs, and debate whether this front office is doing enough to push this team toward contention. Is adding pitching still the priority? Did Pittsburgh do enough? And what does this say about their long-term plan? From frustration to honest analysis, this is a raw conversation about where the Pirates stand — and where they need to go. Subscribe for more Pirates talk, live reactions, and in-depth breakdowns from North Shore Nine. 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.
02/02 Hour 1: Cakes, Valdez, And Maher Recap The Vaults - 1:00 Top Storylines Around The Sports World - 17:00 Biggest Winners From The 2026 Grammys - 35:00
From 02/02 Hour 1: The Sports Junkies recap their experience at the Vaults this past weekend.