Podcasts about Winter Meetings

In the latest Pipeline Podcast, Jim Callis, Jonathan Mayo & Jason Ratliff put a bow on the just-concluded Arizona Fall League season. They recap the playoffs and the award winners before Jim interviews AFL batting champion Max Anderson (Tigers). Then they shift their focus to difficult roster decisions teams faced as they finalized their 40-man roster to protect prospects from the Rule 5 Draft at the Winter Meetings. They also look forward to the most intriguing matchups on the 2026 Spring Breakout schedule before circling back to the Fall League for a listener mailbag question. 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

Sox fans! We're back and so are you... for that we are very thankful. Sox hire a pair of coaches and say goodbye to another. The LRJ option has been picked so will he be dealt in December? The need for pitching is an understatement but where are you getting the extra arms? Are you excited for SoxFest returning to Ramova? White Sox have a 27% chance at the No. 1 pick in early December. Do you have in the organization getting it right? Thank you for your continued support. Go Sox! #WhiteSox

Cincinnati Reds beat writer for MLB.com, Mark Sheldon, joins The Stone Shields Show for an in-depth conversation about all the latest Reds offseason storylines. Mark shares his thoughts on the Hunter Greene trade rumors and whether the Reds should even consider moving their young ace. He discusses the team's chances of signing Kyle Schwarber and highlights three potential free agent outfielders who could be a fit in Cincinnati. They also break down Terry Francona's first year in charge, the Reds' payroll and offseason budget, and whether Elly De La Cruz should remain the team's long-term shortstop. Plus, Mark gives insight into what the 2026 bullpen could look like, previews the Winter Meetings, discusses possible non-tender candidates, Rule 5 protection decisions, and shares what fans can expect from Redsfest.   Be sure to check out The Stone Shields Show, Monday-Friday at 11:00 AM on Chatterbox Sports on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ChatterboxSports  The show is also available everywhere you get podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/west-4th-and-long/id1828384424     Go to https://OmahaSteaks.com to get 50% off sitewide during their Sizzle All the Way Sale. And use code CHATTERBOX at checkout for an extra $35 off. Minimum purchase may apply. See site for details. A big thanks to our advertiser, Omaha Steaks!

- The Full Seam Ahead crew is back and so is the General Manager Winter Meetings!- Houston has finalized their new hitting coaches- Could a new voice and philosophy help in the Astros clubhouse?- How can an old coaching style and analytics help the Astros?- Astros GM Dana Brown travels to Sin City and shares some important player updates- Is Christian Walker on the trade block?- The guys share why Houston should retain the three-time Gold Glove first baseman- Free Agency is also here and what are some MLB analysis are saying about what the Astros needs- A couple of Padres pitchers could be link to Houston, while a JV reunion could possibly happen.- Zo shares why a JV reunion could make sense.- 40-man roster is set- Hunter Brown finishes third in the AL Cy Young voting- Much, much, more!YouTube link: https://youtube.com/live/QUvLxpY0XSIHave you subscribed to the Full Seam Ahead YouTube Channel yet? Make sure to hit that subscribe button and hit that notification bell to stay up to date on all the latest Astros news, rumors, interviews, live streams, and much more all year long!

KMOV and Matrix Midwest Sports Reporter Jacob Cersosimo joins Chris and Amy, discussing the Blues and baseball Winter Meetings. Will the Cardinals make moves?

Chris and Amy discuss the Blues and baseball's winter meetings with a Matrix Midwest sports reporter; Sean Malone has an update on the Boeing strike; CBS's Major Garrett on the end of the government shutdown; World Kindness Day is today!

On Tuesday's ENN, it's cold today. David Stearns at the Winter Meetings. Nico Harrison fired. Hunter done for the year. Betting limits on pitches. LeBron update. Cena Grand Slam. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Colorado Rockies have made their boldest front office move in decades, hiring Paul DePodesta as President of Baseball Operations. We break down what this hire means for the future of Rockies baseball, how it changes the team's analytical direction, and what DePodesta's next steps might be as the Winter Meetings approach.Will this finally mark the shift toward a modern, data-driven Rockies front office — or is it just another headline without substance? Let's banter.

In the swirling vortex of MLB free agency speculation, few names ignite Ohioan hearts quite like Kyle Schwarber's. The burly left-handed slugger, fresh off another cannonball season with the Phillies—where he mashed 47 homers and drew walks like a magnet—has suddenly become the belle of the Reds' rumor ball. As the 2025-26 offseason heats up, Cincinnati's front office, under Nick Krall's steady hand, is reportedly eyeing a seismic shift: luring Schwarber home to the banks of the Ohio River. Born in Middletown, just a stone's throw from Great American Ball Park, Schwarber's Midwestern roots make this feel less like a signing and more like a homecoming barbecue. The chatter kicked off in late October, fueled by anonymous whispers from "NL Central insiders" at the Winter Meetings prelude. Picture this: Schwarber, the ultimate three-true-outcomes beast (home runs, walks, strikeouts), slotting into the Reds' revamped lineup alongside Elly De La Cruz's fireworks and Matt McLain's grit. Great American, with its short porches and hitter-friendly confines, could turn Schwarber into a 50-homer demigod, boosting a rotation still smarting from Hunter Greene's injury woes. Rumor has it the Reds are dangling a five-year, $125 million pact—player-friendly opt-outs included—to outbid suitors like the Cubs (ironic family reunion?) or Yankees, who crave his October thunder. But oh, the caveats! Schwarber's defensive "adventures" in left field—more adventure than acumen—might clash with the Reds' youth movement. And at 33, is he the long-term anchor or a bridge to contention? Fans in Cincy dream of him launching moonshots over the river, channeling Pete Rose's fire with modern power. Yet skeptics point to Philly's reluctance to let him walk, given his clubhouse glue role. If it happens, it's poetic: the Middletown Hammer returning to swing for the fences in red. For now, it's all smoke and mirrors—delicious, Reds-tinted smoke. Will it ignite? Stay tuned; the hot stove's just warming up. Music from #InAudio: https://inaudio.org/ Track Name Holy (Trap). Music from #InAudio: https://inaudio.org/ Track Name Exercise (Rock). #Bengals #NFL #OffTheBench

The guys wonder if there are any downsides to trading away Tarik Skubal at the Winter Meetings.

Will the Tigers trade Skubal?

Chris Whitman, Minor League Medical Coordinator for the St. Louis Cardinals, joins the Inside Athletic Training podcast to talk about the PBATS One-Day Charity, which is currently raising money for the V Foundation for Cancer Research.About the One-Day CharityThe PBATS One-Day Charity is an annual charitable fundraiser established by the Minor League Coordinators under the umbrella of PBATS during the 2012 Winter Meetings. The charity was created with the mission of being able to give back to organizations with a greater cause and making an impact outside the game of baseball. This charitable fundraiser was initially based on the idea of all Minor League Athletic Trainers giving one day's meal money during Spring Training, to help support that year's charitable organization. Over the years donations have expanded across all members of baseball, both at the minor and major league levels, allowing for continued growth and success of the One-Day Charity.  Now going into our thirteenth year of the One-Day Charity Fundraiser, it was decided through a voting process that we will be honoring the V Foundation as the recipient in 2025.About the V Foundation for Cancer ResearchThe V Foundation for Cancer Research was founded in 1993 by ESPN and the late Jim Valvano, legendary North Carolina State University basketball coach and ESPN commentator. The Foundation has funded over $353 million in cancer research grants nationwide. The V Foundation awards 100 percent of direct donations to cancer research and related programs. The V Foundation's endowment covers administrative expenses. The Foundation awards peer-reviewed grants through a competitive award process strictly supervised by a Scientific Advisory Committee. For more information on the V Foundation, please visit v.org. To DonateTo learn more and/or donate, please visit the V Foundation One-Day Charity landing page: https://vfoundation.donordrive.com/campaign/PBATS-One-Day-CharityFor more information about PBATS and athletic training, visit pbats.com.

Corey and Brendan recap last week's Cubs events. Jon Heyman and Ken Rosenthall keep floating the idea that the Cubs and Dodgers may connect on a Seiya Suzuki trade. Is this just the agent speaking? Also, what makes Rōki Sasaki stand out?

It's the day after Christmas. Which Chicago Cubs moves are you returning for something better or in a different size? Plus, the Cubs former top prospect lands with the Yankees. Who's ready for the highly anticipated always heralded holiday draft? Join Luke Stuckmeyer and Cody Delmendo for the CHGO Cubs Podcast.

From 'Baseball Isn't Boring' (subscribe here): We have a new title here at Baseball Isn't Boring: Commissioner of Vibes. Fortunately for us, there is nobody better equipped to fill the position than Sean Casey. The MLB Network analyst reunites with Bradfo to talk about which team has the best vibes after the Winter Meetings. (Spoiler: The Yankees are feeling pretty good about themselves.) The guys also reflect on the good ol' days, including when Casey texted Bradfo to announce his retirement. The opposite of boring is Sean Casey, which is why you're going to want to listen this podcast. 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

Corona is for the fans who never lose. Be sure to get yours at https://OrderCorona.com Head to https://omahasteaks.com and use code TALKIN for 50% off +a $30 reward! Winter Meetings are OVER! Trev and Jake break down which team or player won winter meetings and who lost, what should the Blue Jays do with Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Jeffrey Springs traded to the Athletics and more!

Eno and DVR are back from the Winter Meetings and the big moves around baseball just keep flowing. They discuss Kyle Tucker to the Cubs in a huge trade with the Astros, Devin Williams' move to the Yankees, a swap between the A's and Rays that sent Jeffrey Springs to Sacramento, and a few other odds and ends from around the league.Rundown2:53 Kyle Tucker to the Cubs in a Massive Deal with the Astros9:56 A Closer Look at FA Needs For Contenders (fWAR by Position)21:28 A Critically Important Trade for Houston GM Dana Brown?24:24 Devin Williams Traded to the Yankees32:54 The Brewers' Shortstop Plan in 202539:38 Jeffrey Springs Traded to the A's49:22 Other News & Notes: McClanahan's Workload, Thairo Estrada to ColoradoFollow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @dvr.bsky.sociale-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisProducer: Brian SmithExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR are back from the Winter Meetings and the big moves around baseball just keep flowing. They discuss Kyle Tucker to the Cubs in a huge trade with the Astros, Devin Williams' move to the Yankees, a swap between the A's and Rays that sent Jeffrey Springs to Sacramento, and a few other odds and ends from around the league. Rundown 2:53 Kyle Tucker to the Cubs in a Massive Deal with the Astros 9:56 A Closer Look at FA Needs For Contenders (fWAR by Position) 21:28 A Critically Important Trade for Houston GM Dana Brown? 24:24 Devin Williams Traded to the Yankees 32:54 The Brewers' Shortstop Plan in 2025 39:38 Jeffrey Springs Traded to the A's 49:22 Other News & Notes: McClanahan's Workload, Thairo Estrada to Colorado Follow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.social Follow DVR on Bluesky: @dvr.bsky.social e-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.com Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFe Subscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno Sarris Producer: Brian Smith Executive Producer: Derek VanRiper Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How did the White Sox do in the Garrett Crochet trade? Chuck Garfien speaks with ESPN baseball insider Kiley McDaniel for his thoughts on the trade which he correctly predicted right before the Winter Meetings. McDaniel used to work for FanGraphs and four major league teams. He explains what the White Sox are getting in Kyle Teel, Braden Montgomery, Chase Meidroth and Wikelman Gonzalez. Plus, how does this return compare with the Chris Sale trade from 2016?

Talkin' Jake gives his thoughts on the Kyle Tucker and Devin Williams trades to the Cubs and Yankees, speculates what could be the NEXT big move in the MLB offseason, and recaps the weekend of NFL action Watch on YouTube: Watch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@WakeNJake +++++++Timestamps:0:00 Winter Meetings are Done2:25 Kyle Tucker is a Cub! Where Will Bellinger Play? 12:50 Yankees Trade for Devin Williams!21:40 Clay Holmes as a Starter24:00 What's Next in MLB? 36:10 NFL Recap #dpshowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Lindbergh and Meg Rowley banter about the end of the Winter Meetings, then discuss the rest of what down in Dallas: the Max Fried signing and where the Yankees roster stands, the Garrett Crochet trade, referring to a single player as a “Red Sox,” the Andrés Giménez (and Spencer Horwitz) trades, the Rangers re-signing […]

From 'Rico Brogna' (subscribe here): David Stearns spoke to the media at the winter meetings and had much to say. Here's his q&a for day 1. 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 MLB Winter Meetings just wrapped up in Texas and the Nationals have not yet made an offseason splash. Mark & Al begin with the pleasant surprise that Washington won the lottery and will have the top pick in next summer's Draft. (05:30) Mike Rizzo said on TV that it is time "hit the gas" despite the team not signing anyone thus far. Is it too early to panic and think it will be another quiet winter? (09:00) Juan Soto signed a massive contract with the Mets, but it seems like the Nationals were nowhere in the hunt. The Winter Meetings began on Sunday night with the shock that Soto and the Mets reportedly agreed to a 15 year/ $765 Million contract. (26:10) Given how Soto's value ballooned on the Free Agent market, should the Nats consider signing James Wood to a long term extension now? (31:45) Max Fried and the Yankees agreed to an 8 year deal this week and other pitcher's deals have exceeded initial expectations of what the market was expected to be. How does this affect Rizzo's approach? (37:20) Kyle Finnegan will not return to the team in 2025 and it was a very curious move. Why did they not tender Finnegan considering they didn't trade him before the summer's deadline? (44:00) Washington acquired Evan Reifert in the Rule 5 Draft. Reifert is a RHP that comes from the Tampa Bay organization and now will likely be on the team's Opening Day roster. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mackey and Judd dive into some Minnesota Twins Winter Meetings updates, including the latest on Carlos Correa trade speculation. Plus, will Royce Lewis move to 2B? And what is the Twins' big picture agenda now, with so much uncertainty surrounding the ownership situation?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mackey and Judd dive into some Minnesota Twins Winter Meetings updates, including the latest on Carlos Correa trade speculation. Plus, will Royce Lewis move to 2B? And what is the Twins' big picture agenda now, with so much uncertainty surrounding the ownership situation?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ben Verlander wraps up MLB's Winter Meetings after the Boston Red Sox trade for Garrett Crochet eight years after they landed Chris Sale from the White Sox. The New York Yankees have begun their back up plan to missing out on Juan Soto by signing Max Fried to a $218M/8 year deal. The Baltimore Orioles are sitting idle except for moving their left field wall in again. Ben also talks about the Houston Astros and the rumors with Alex Bregman and Kyle Tucker. Then, he finally gives updates on Roki Sasaki. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"There should be three expectations in life," MLB Network Radio host and noted baseball pundit Mike Ferrin says in a brand new episode of the Best Pocast in Baseball. "Death, taxes, and the Cardinals competing evry year. That's National League baseball." That may be the Cardinals' brand, but that is not entirely their plan this coming season. At Major League Baseball's Winter Meetings in Dallas, Ferrin joins Post-Dispatch baseball writer Derrick Goold to discuss the direction the Cardinals are shifting and how they have a long way to go and a short time to get there. This isn't just about carrying on the torch of the Cardinals Way, but turning it into a more fuel efficient electric lighter.  Several years ago as a guest on BPIB, Ferrin, who hosts Power Alley on Sirius XM's MLB Network Radio, introduced this podcast's listeners to the phrase "player dev," short for player development. The conversation that followed in that episode offered a glimpse into where the Cardinals had started to go astray from the modern system and how they can now catch up. Ferrin dives into what current, successful teams do to maximize player development and how the Cardinals are not alone in their attempt to restart after a stalled stretch. Ferrin and Goold also discuss the Cardinals rising to the fifth overall pick in the upcoming MLB draft, and they conclude with a discussion about the legacy of the Paul Goldschmidt-Nolan Arenado era in St. Louis as it likely comes to an end. The two infielders and potential Hall of Famers finished first and third for the 2022 National League MVP, respectively, and they helped the team to several postseason appearances. But Goldschmidt only advanced as far as the 2019 NLCS and they never won a playoff series together as Cardinals teammates. The Best Podcast in Baseball, sponsored by Closets by Design of St. Louis, is a production of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch, StlToday.com, and Derrick Goold.

On Episode 890 of Hittin' Season, John Stolnis of The Good Phight and BillyPenn.com recaps a disappointing and relatively uneventful Winter Meetings for Dave Dombrowski and the Phillies, including missing out on Garrett Crochet. Who's available and where do the Phils and Dombrowski go from here?

Today's Cast: Dan, Stu, David, Roy, Billy, Jess Jeremy. David Samson is here to start the show and he's up to his old self-destructive behavior with his giant bag of candy and interesting breakfast choice. It leads us into an argument about who is eating all the food at Meadowlark Media and to Dan's surprise, the call may be coming from inside the house. After that, we turn to David for more insight on a crazy day at MLB's Winter Meetings that included the New York Yankees splashing the cash for Max Fried in the wake of losing out on Juan Soto. Plus, the Miami Marlins had a brutal day that included losing the Draft Lottery and trading Jake Burger, and Billy and Jeremy are here to provide their reaction. Then, David tells us about the heist taking place inside Marlins Park and what it feels like to see $662 million hit your bank account. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Adnan Virk joins the show from MLB's Winter Meetings to discuss the latest news swirling around after a very busy Tuesday in Dallas. He tells us who he believes will be the next big name to sign. Plus, he was a big fan of Stugotz's Personal Record Book (stugotzbook.com), especially the chapter about Rafael Nadal. Can Stugotz possibly make it onto the New York Times Bestseller's List? Then, former Florida Panther and NHL Ironman, Keith Yandle, joins the show to discuss his 989 game consecutive games played streak, the Florida Panthers breaking the New York Rangers, how he took the Panthers winning the Stanley Cup after he left the team, and his favorite Bravo shows. While all of this is happening, Jess is getting mashed by Genesis and is willing to put her toughness up against Keith's. Finally, how is it possible that we've ended up in a place where we're questioning whether or not Bill Belichick would do a good job at North Carolina? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

From 'Baseball Isn't Boring' (subscribe here): Now that the dust from the big Juan Soto news has settled, it's a great time to reflect on what impact the deal with the Mets had on the world of baseball as we head through the Winter Meetings in Dallas. Bradfo is joined by The Athletic's Tim Britton, who offers insight into the fallout in the world of the Mets since Soto decided New York would be his next home. It's great perspective when it comes to examining exactly how the baseball world looks after the biggest deal in the sport's history. 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

Eno and DVR discuss an eight-year deal for Max Fried and the Yankees, and an Andrés Giménez trade involving the Guardians and Blue Jays. Plus, Keith Law joins the show to discuss Kyle Tucker as a fallback option for teams that missed on Juan Soto, Carlos Correa and Bo Bichette as targets for teams seeking a shortstop, and Keith's path into baseball. Reds International Crosschecker Philip Stringer joins the show to discuss his role and career path, and MLB Network Radio's Mike Ferrin joins the show to offer up advice for those looking to break into baseball broadcasting.18:30 Keith Law Joins the Show! Rundown 43:19 Philip Stringer Joins the Show! 1:01:07 Mike Ferrin Joins the Show Follow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.social Follow DVR on Bluesky: @dvr.bsky.social e-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.com Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFe Subscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno Sarris With: Keith Law, Philip Stringer & Mike Ferrin Producer: Brian Smith Executive Producer: Derek VanRiper Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Eno and DVR are joined by The Athletic's Ken Rosenthal to discuss Wednesday's trade that sent Garrett Crochet to the Red Sox, the importance of a lower AAV in Max Fried's deal with the Yankees, and an active Winter Meetings.Plus, they are joined by Esteban Navarro Garaiz of Zelus, Marlins Director of Pitching Bill Hezel, and former big leaguer Jed Lowrie to discuss each of their paths into baseball.Rundown0:00 Intro Starts13:31 Esteban Navarro Garaiz of Joins the Show34:52 Bill Hezel Joins the Show52:11 Jed Lowrie Joins the Show1:07:30 Goodbye from Dallas!Follow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @dvr.bsky.sociale-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisWith: Esteban Navarro Garaiz, Bill Hezel & Jed LowrieProducer: Brian Smith Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss an eight-year deal for Max Fried and the Yankees, and an Andrés Giménez trade involving the Guardians and Blue Jays. Plus, Keith Law joins the show to discuss Kyle Tucker as a fallback option for teams that missed on Juan Soto, Carlos Correa and Bo Bichette as targets for teams seeking a shortstop, and Keith's path into baseball. Reds International Crosschecker Philip Stringer joins the show to discuss his role and career path, and MLB Network Radio's Mike Ferrin joins the show to offer up advice for those looking to break into baseball broadcasting.18:30 Keith Law Joins the Show!Rundown43:19 Philip Stringer Joins the Show!1:01:07 Mike Ferrin Joins the ShowFollow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @dvr.bsky.sociale-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisWith: Keith Law, Philip Stringer & Mike FerrinProducer: Brian SmithExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR are joined by The Athletic's Ken Rosenthal to discuss Wednesday's trade that sent Garrett Crochet to the Red Sox, the importance of a lower AAV in Max Fried's deal with the Yankees, and an active Winter Meetings.Plus, they are joined by Esteban Navarro Garaiz of Zelus, Marlins Director of Pitching Bill Hezel, and former big leaguer Jed Lowrie to discuss each of their paths into baseball. Rundown 0:00 Intro Starts 13:31 Esteban Navarro Garaiz of Joins the Show 34:52 Bill Hezel Joins the Show 52:11 Jed Lowrie Joins the Show 1:07:30 Goodbye from Dallas! Follow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.social Follow DVR on Bluesky: @dvr.bsky.social e-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.com Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFe Subscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno Sarris With: Esteban Navarro Garaiz, Bill Hezel & Jed Lowrie Producer: Brian Smith Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chuck Garfien speaks with Will Venable at the Winter Meetings about how things will be different in 2025, what he learned from former White Sox manager Rick Renteria as a player and more. Chuck also sits down with former White Sox pitcher Jake Peavy who was Venable's teammate in San Diego. New bench coach Walker McKinven talks about why he left the Brewers to help jumpstart the White Sox rebuild and Chuck talks about the White Sox adding Mike Tauchman, Garrett Crochet trade rumors and more.

Today's Cast: Dan, Stu, Greg, Chris, Billy, Amin. Greg is in today and has brought the good stuff: face rubbing. Before we get to that, we have to discuss the possibility that Bill Belichick is going to be the head coach at the University of North Carolina. Is this all just a leverage play to get back to the NFL or do no NFL teams actually want The Hoodie? Is he bringing The Guy With The Pencil with him? Plus, David Samson is hanging around and dying to talk about Juan Soto and some of the biggest storylines coming out of baseball's Winter Meetings. Plus, Tyler Herro is playing like an All-Star for the Miami Heat and nobody really wants to talk about it. Did he beat Bam Adebayo to taking the next step? Also, Dan has a crazy Stat of the Day about Josh Allen and Nick Turturro has given us another gem after Juan Soto left the Yankees. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is ‘drunken sailors' as in spending as in free agency as in baseball as in Juan Soto as in Brian Cashman as in David Stearns as in Hal Steinbrenner as in Steve Cohen. Let's talk about the fallout of the Juan Soto signing with the Mets. What does it mean for the Yankees now? Well, Brian Cashman met the media to talk about Soto and Snell and what now. (18:20) Let's go around the world on the rest of the Winter Meetings… starting with the Toronto Blue Jays! Why didn't they land Juan Soto? Are they going to extend Vlad? (21:30) What are the Astros up to? Is this the end of the Houston powerhouse? Is Kyle Tucker getting moved? Is Alex Bregman coming back? (25:02) Are the Cardinals hitting the hard reset button? Looks like it. Nolan Arenado is on the block. (32:00) Golden Globe Nominations have dropped. Let's discuss. (33:50) Jed Hoyer came out and had some comments about why the Cubs didn't go after Soto. Do you believe what he's saying? (37:20) Are the White Sox doing anything? Anything!? (46:50) NPPOD. (49:10) Is Bill Belichick really going to be a college football head coach? Is North Carolina really going to hire a 72-year old coach after firing a 73-year old coach? Wait to see. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is ‘drunken sailors' as in spending as in free agency as in baseball as in Juan Soto as in Brian Cashman as in David Stearns as in Hal Steinbrenner as in Steve Cohen. Let's talk about the fallout of the Juan Soto signing with the Mets. What does it mean for the Yankees now? Well, Brian Cashman met the media to talk about Soto and Snell and what now. (18:20) Let's go around the world on the rest of the Winter Meetings… starting with the Toronto Blue Jays! Why didn't they land Juan Soto? Are they going to extend Vlad? (21:30) What are the Astros up to? Is this the end of the Houston powerhouse? Is Kyle Tucker getting moved? Is Alex Bregman coming back? (25:02) Are the Cardinals hitting the hard reset button? Looks like it. Nolan Arenado is on the block. (32:00) Golden Globe Nominations have dropped. Let's discuss. (33:50) Jed Hoyer came out and had some comments about why the Cubs didn't go after Soto. Do you believe what he's saying? (37:20) Are the White Sox doing anything? Anything!? (46:50) NPPOD. (49:10) Is Bill Belichick really going to be a college football head coach? Is North Carolina really going to hire a 72-year old coach after firing a 73-year old coach? Wait to see. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Valenti reads and reacts to a few quotes from Tigers president of baseball operations Scott Harris at the MLB Winter Meetings.

Chuck Garfien is joined by Scott Podsednik to bring you all the White Sox news from the Winter Meetings. Chuck shares what he's hearing about Garrett Crochet and Luis Robert Jr. trade rumors. He speaks with MLB Network's Jon Morosi for the latest on Crochet. Chris Getz talks about the trade interest for Crochet and Robert.  Brewers manager Pat Murphy explains what new bench coach Walker McKinven will bring to the White Sox and more.  

On Episode 899 of Hittin' Season, John Stolnis of The Good Phight, Liz Roscher from Yahoo! Sports and Justin Klugh of Baseball Prospectus analyze the Phillies' signing of relief pitcher Jordan Romano to a one-year deal at the Winter Meetings. Also, how much better are the Mets after signing Juan Soto and should Phils fans be upset at the front office for not pursuing him? And Dick Allen is finally a Hall of Famer! Powered by WHYY and BillyPenn.com!

Eno and DVR are in Dallas for Day 1 of the Winter Meetings with a trio of excellent guests! Jayson Stark of The Athletic joins the show to discuss Dick Allen & Dave Parker, who were elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame by the Classic Baseball Era Non-Players Committee on Sunday. Plus, Brewers manager Pat Murphy, and Mariners Vice President/Assistant General Manager Andy McKay discuss their paths into their respective roles and the critically important role of soft skills in their positions. Rundown 3:17 Jayson Stark Interview Begins 35:23 Pat Murphy Interview Begins 49:58 Andy McKay Interview Begins Follow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.social Follow DVR on Bluesky: @dvr.bsky.social e-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.com Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFe Subscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno Sarris With: Jayson Stark, Pat Murphy & Andy McKay Producer: Brian Smith Executive Producer: Derek VanRiper Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Eno and DVR are in Dallas for Day 1 of the Winter Meetings with a trio of excellent guests! Jayson Stark of The Athletic joins the show to discuss Dick Allen & Dave Parker, who were elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame by the Classic Baseball Era Non-Players Committee on Sunday. Plus, Brewers manager Pat Murphy, and Mariners Vice President/Assistant General Manager Andy McKay discuss their paths into their respective roles and the critically important role of soft skills in their positions.Rundown3:17 Jayson Stark Interview Begins35:23 Pat Murphy Interview Begins49:58 Andy McKay Interview BeginsFollow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @dvr.bsky.sociale-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisWith: Jayson Stark, Pat Murphy & Andy McKayProducer: Brian SmithExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Winter Meetings began in Dallas, Texas with the announcement that former White Sox MVP Dick Allen is headed to Cooperstown. Chuck Garfien was in the room with the Allen family when they received the big news. Chuck speaks with Richard Allen Jr. about his late father finally becoming a Hall of Famer and he also talks with Dick Allen biographer David Fletcher about Allen's impact with the White Sox, which team hat Allen will be wearing on his Cooperstown plaque(White Sox or Phillies) and more.  

Aaron and John talk about the changes to the Twins' coaching staff, what to expect from the Winter Meetings, why MLB's early offseason moves have been surprising, and cheap free agent fits for the Twins that might still be too expensive.

Use code COMPOUND10 for 10% off tickets on SeatGeek. https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/COMPOUND10 *Up to $25 offBRUCE BOLT - Texas-based designer of premium batting gloves: Look good. Hit dingers. https://brucebolt.us/?afmc=HAPPOn this week's episode of the Compound Podcast with Ian Happ, the guys discuss what the Winter Meetings look like, Matthew Boyd's arrival in Chicago, Zack's Free Agency and a whole lot more! 

Salk starts the show by reminiscing on his time going to the MLB Winter Meetings over the years as Lyle is set to go to the Winter Meetings next week. They then talk through a unique, out of the box Mariners trade idea that hasn't been thrown out there yet. After that, they re-air their weekly conversation with Daniel Jeremiah of the NFL Network to talk about how good the Seahawks defense truly is, Geno Smith and plenty more.