The boys break down recent MLB offseason news, starting with Tatsuya Imai’s surprising signing with the Houston Astros. What does the move signal for Houston, especially with the assumption that Framber Valdez could be on his way out? Does Imai actually make the Astros better in the short term, and with opt-outs after each season of the three-year deal, could Houston flip him at the deadline if things go sideways? We also debate whether a strong year could put Imai right back on the market next winter.
From there, we react to the breaking news of Kazuma Okamoto signing with the Toronto Blue Jays. Why does this feel like the most Blue Jays-coded move imaginable, and what does it mean for the rest of Toronto’s offseason? Are they still serious about re-signing Bo Bichette? Are they actually in the Kyle Tucker sweepstakes, or is that door now closed? If not Toronto, where do the remaining top free agents end up?
We wrap things up by zooming out and talking about the painfully slow MLB offseason as a whole, why deals continue to drag, what’s broken in the current system, and whether the league can (or should) do anything to fix it.
#mlb #baseball #toronto #bluejays
The boys kick off the Boxing Day pod by reacting to the Christmas Day action across the NBA and NFL, then discuss how MLB could stake its claim to a marquee summer holiday of its own.
From there, they dive into the MLB offseason, starting with the Willson Contreras trade and what it means for both the Boston Red Sox and St. Louis Cardinals. The discussion continues with the Jeff McNeil trade and Tyler Soderstrom extension for the Athletics, and Munetaka Murakami signing with the Chicago White Sox.
The guys also break down Ryan O’Hearn landing with the Pittsburgh Pirates, Pete Fairbanks heading to the Miami Marlins, and the Shane Baz and Brandon Lowe trades. Plus, they react to Bryce Harper committing to Team USA for the World Baseball Classic, analyze the luxury tax spenders, and settle the timeless debate: do you eat a hot dog with one hand or two?
#mlb #baseball #whitesox #murakami #yankees
We break down the latest moves across Major League Baseball, including Michael King heading to the Padres, Luke Weaver and Jorge Polanco joining the Mets, Robert Suárez landing with the Braves, and several other notable transactions shaping the league.
We then dive into some of the biggest storylines around the sport, including a now-loaded Team USA roster taking shape for the World Baseball Classic, growing buzz around a potential Ketel Marte trade, Mike Trout’s return to center field, and more MLB news and rumors you don’t want to miss.
#mlb #baseball #mets #yankees #padres
The 2025 Winter Meetings were busy and we’re breaking down every major move.
We start with the stunners of the week: the Mets losing Pete Alonso to the Orioles and Edwin Díaz heading to the Dodgers. What do these departures mean for the Mets’ future? What do the moves mean for the Orioles and Dodgers? And where do the Mets go from here after losing two franchise cornerstones?
From there, we dive into Kyle Schwarber re-signing with the Phillies on a massive $150M deal, what it means for Philly’s lineup, and why the Reds missing out could reshape their offseason plans.
We also touch on the Yankees’ continued silence, whether fans should be concerned, and a handful of other notable Winter Meetings deals that could fly under the radar but matter come 2025.
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With the Winter Meetings just days away, we kick things off with a look at two of the Yankees’ biggest rivals turning up the heat. The Mets strike again, this time signing Devin Williams, while the stove in the Bronx feels colder than ever. We break down what the move means for both New York teams and why Yankees fans might be getting a little uneasy.
Up north, the Blue Jays stay aggressive by adding another arm in Cody Ponce. Are they building one of the deeper pitching staffs in the AL?
Then we dive into the markets for several of the biggest free agents in baseball: Kyle Tucker, Cody Bellinger, Pete Alonso, Alex Bregman, and more. Who’s getting paid? Who might wait out the market? And which surprises could shake up the Winter Meetings when they begin Sunday?
All that and more in our full Winter Meetings preview.
#mlb #yankees #mets #bluejays #wintermeetings #baseball #mlboffseason
Dylan Cease signs a mega contract with the Blue Jays, Sonny Gray traded to the Red Sox, Brendon Donovan trade market, shocking Yankees trade brewing, and the latest rumblings across free agency.
With the 2026 World Baseball Classic approaching, we build our dream Team USA roster! Position by position, we draft our ideal lineup, rotation, and bullpen. Who locks down a spot? Who gets snubbed? And where are we willing to bend positions to get the best bats on the field - or do we prioritize building a cohesive starting lineup?
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As we sit a week out from Thanksgiving, we kick things off by giving the holiday the love it deserves - from our favorite dishes on the table to why the day itself doesn’t get enough respect. Then, it’s all baseball.
We start with the Braves’ busy Wednesday, breaking down Atlanta re-signing closer Raisel Iglesias and their trade for Mauricio Dubón. What do these moves signal about the rest of the Braves’ winter? And what does sending Nick Allen to Houston mean for the Astros’ plans?
Next, we react to Jeff Passan’s offseason preview article, which dropped some fascinating nuggets about how teams are approaching the winter, including the surprising possibility that the Pirates might actually spend.
From there, we dive into a record four players accepting the qualifying offer. What does each acceptance mean for the clubs involved? Are the Yankees already flirting with an offseason disaster?
We also unpack the Orioles–Angels trade and the brand-new MLB media rights deals announced Wednesday - explaining exactly how and where you’ll be able to watch MLB in 2026.
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CHAPTERS0:00 Thanksgiving is Underrated
3:45 Raisel Iglesias Back to Atlanta
14:06 Braves-Astros Trade
27:30 Jeff Passan’s Offseason Article
41:06 Qualifying Offer Deadline
50:55 Orioles-Angels Trade
59:31 New MLB Media Rights Deals
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After opening with a look at how MLB can fix its offseason structure, we react to Josh Naylor returning to the Seattle Mariners on a five-year deal. With their top priority checked off, where do the M’s go from here and what does this say about their championship window?
We also give a quick reaction to Ryan Yarbrough re-signing with the Yankees before jumping into our “Three Things” segment, where each of us brings three topics that have been on our minds around the league. This week’s discussion ranges from the 2026 Hall of Fame ballot and how MLB should overhaul its awards announcements to a bigger conversation about how sports gambling has changed, and in some ways damaged, the way fans consume sports in 2025.
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CHAPTERS
0:00 Intro
1:19 Fixing MLB's Offseason Structure
6:41 Josh Naylor Signs with Seattle
18:38 Ryan Yarbrough Signs with the Yankees
22:40 Reliever Free Agent Market
32:25 Reshaping MLB's Awards Announcements
39:52 2026 MLB Hall of Fame Ballot & Alex vs. A-Rod Thoughts
50:14 When Will Ohtani NOT Win MVP? Can He Break Bonds' Record?
59:32 Gambling Has Changed the Way We Consume Sports
1:05:53 Hodgepodge of Baseball Topics
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We preview a loaded MLB free agent class, ranking our top 5 free agents and highlighting several under-the-radar names who could make a major impact this offseason. Then we dive into some offseason superlatives, including the team with the most pressure, the fanbase most likely to be disappointed, the team most likely to spend big, and much more!
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The stars are out for the most lavish night of the year - our annual Locke’d In MLB Awards Show! We’re handing out the traditional BBWAA awards (MVP, Cy Young, etc.) plus our own Locke’d In Specialty Awards. Let the debate begin!
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CHAPTERS
0:00 Intro
5:24 AL MVP
21:19 NL MVP
29:48 AL Cy Young
33:01 NL Cy Young
40:59 AL Rookie of the Year
42:58 NL Rookie of the Year
45:08 AL Manager of the Year
48:00 NL Manager of the Year
51:02 AL Reliever of the Year
51:46 NL Reliever of the Year
54:28 Locke’d In Specialty Awards
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Recapping an unforgettable World Series Game 7 classic between the Los Angeles Dodgers and the Toronto Blue Jays, a game that had absolutely everything.
The Dodgers emerged victorious 5-4 in 11 innings, securing back-to-back World Series titles and cementing their place in baseball history. We break down the key moments that defined the night - from Yoshinobu Yamamoto’s masterful relief effort and Will Smith's home run, to the Blue Jays’ two golden chances with runners just 90 feet away.
Where does this rank among the greatest Game 7s ever? Best World Series ever? Who stepped up, who fell short, and what’s next for these two powerhouse teams?
We get into all of it - the emotion, the strategy, the legacies, and what this means for the future of baseball.
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Recapping the Dodgers' 3-1 victory over the Blue Jays in Game 6 of the World Series and previewing Saturday night's Game 7!#mlb #baseball
Recapping the Blue Jays 6-1 win over the Dodgers in Game 5 of the World Series and previewing Friday night's Game 6!#mlb #baseball
Recapping Toronto's 6-2 victory over the Dodgers in World Series Game 4 and previewing Wednesday night's Game 5.#mlb #baseball #dodgers #bluejays
Recapping an instant classic Game 3 of the 2025 World Series between the Los Angeles Dodgers and Toronto Blue Jays, where the Dodgers won 6-5 in 18 innings.#mlb #baseball #worldseries #dodgers #bluejays
Recapping the Dodgers' 5-1 win over the Blue Jays in Game 2 of the 2025 World Series!#mlb #baseball #worldseries
Recapping Toronto's dominant 11-4 win over the Dodgers in Game 1 of the 2025 World Series.#mlb #worldseries #baseball #bluejays #dodgers
The chill is in the air and it’s FINALLY starting to feel like fall ahead of the Fall Classic (0:00). We start by recapping a Game 7 for the ages as the Blue Jays edged out the Mariners 4-3 to advance to the World Series (3:26). George Springer’s three-run shot gave Toronto the lead and proved to be the difference. We debate if Dan Wilson should’ve gone to Andrés Muñoz instead of Eduard Bazardo, and highlight the resiliency that pushed Toronto to win this series.
Next, we hold the Mariners funeral (18:55). After falling just short of their first World Series appearance ever, what comes next With key free agents looming, how do they regroup after being so close?
Finally, we dive into our World Series Preview (31:21). This matchup should be tighter than the experts think. We break down the X-factors, where the series will be won and lost, and give our picks for both the series winner and the World Series MVP.
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CHAPTERS
0:00 Intro
3:26 Blue Jays Win Epic Game 7
18:55 Mariners Funeral
31:21 World Series Preview & Predictions
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Recapping the Blue Jays' 6-2 victory in Game 6 Sunday night in Toronto and previewing Monday's Game 7!