Bases, Barrels & Ballplayers

Jeff Kent Elected to HOF, Mariners/Nationals Make a Trade, Winter Meetings Underway, Steven Matz Signs with Rays, Kyle Schwarber Stays in Philly, Edwin Diaz to Dodgers, Three Teams Set for Regression

Hey there Ballers, we got lots of baseball news for you! Today, we discussion former 2B Jeff Kent being elected to the National Baseball Hall of Fame this past Sunday. Later, we get transactional as the Mariners and Nationals linked up on a trade. Also, some major free agent news has come out as Winter Meetings are underway. Steven Matz is headed to Tampa. Kyle Schwarber is staying in Philly. Edwin Diaz is headed to the Dodgers. Finally, after discussing all of those moves we wrap up with three teams we believe are set for regression in 2026. Play Ball!

Pagan Back to Cincy, Mullins to the Rays, Manoah is an Angel, Game 7 Hero Back in LA, This Player in MLB History: Hank Greenberg

Happy weekend Ballers! Today, we explore the recent moves that have gone on as the Hot Stove heats up. Emilio Pagan returns to the Reds. Cedric Mullins is back in the AL East on a one year deal with the Rays. Alek Manoah seeks to resurge his career signing a one year deal with the Angels. Miguel Rojas makes it official signing a one year deal with the Dodgers in what will prove to be his final year in MLB of his playing career. We talk about all of those moves and conclude with this week’s edition of This Player in MLB History talking all about one of the greats in Hank Greenberg. Play Ball!

Ryan Helsley Inks Deal With the Orioles, Devin Williams Headed to Queens, Anthony Rendon Retiring, Three Teams That Could Flip the Script

Hey there Ballers! Today, we discuss some major free agent moves that focused on bullpen upgrades as Ryan Helsley is headed to Baltimore and Devin Williams signed with the New York Mets. Later, we discuss the steps being taken for a buyout between the Angels and 3B Anthony Rendon to cement his retirement status due to the compiling of injuries. Finally, we conclude taking a look at 3 teams that can have a similar reverse of fortune as the Blue Jays did in 2025 and get into the postseason dance. Play Ball!

Sonny Gray Traded to Boston, Dylan Cease Is A Blue Jay, This Player in MLB History: Troy Glaus

Hey there Ballers, I hope you all had a wonderful Thanksgiving! On today’s show, we discuss the trade that went down between the Cardinals and Red Sox as Sonny Gray ships up to Boston to join their rotation. Later, some major free agency develops, as Dylan Cease signs a 7-year contract joining the Blue Jays rotation. Finally, we conclude our show with our newest edition of This Player in MLB History talking about former 3B, Troy Glaus.

Women’s Pro Baseball League, Mets/Rangers Make a Trade, Free Agent Predictions: The Pitchers

Today, we discuss the create of a new professional baseball league: Women’s Professional Baseball League and what we can expect from its inaugural season in 2026. Later, we jump into a trade that went down yesterday as the Mets acquired 2B Marcus Semien from the Rangers in exchange for OF Brandon Nimmo. Finally, we get to our Free Agent prediction segment discussing where the top pitchers on the market will head for this upcoming season. Play Ball!

Four Qualifying Offers Accepted, Rule 5 Draft Deadline, Angels & Orioles Make A Trade, MLB New TV Deal, This Player in MLB History: Randy Jones (RIP)

Hey there Ballers, we discuss the four players that accepted the one year qualifying offer. Also, as part of MLB Decision Day this past Tuesday, the Rule 5 Draft deadline has come and gone as we discuss some prospects protected from that December draft. Later, we discuss the new three year media deal MLB signed and what it means for the 2026 season. Finally, we pay our respects and honor LHP Randy Jones for this edition of This Player in MLB history as the 1976 NL Cy Young Award winner passed away this week. Play Ball!

Free Agent Predictions: The Hitter’s Edition

Today, we make predictions of where some of the top free agent hitters will sign and for what contract value. As we ramp up into the madness of the offseason, we want to make you all familiar of players that will be returning home or a new face in a new place. Play Ball!

MLB Awards, Player Retirements, This Player in MLB History: Benito Santiago

Hey there Ballers, today we discuss all the awards MLB announced this week including this year’s Cy Young and MVP winners. Later, we reflect on the careers of David Fletcher and Kyle Hendricks both announced their retirement this week. Finally, we introduce our first This Player in MLB History talking about former catcher Benito Santiago. Play Ball!

AL & NL Rookies of the Year, Bryce Harper Threatened, Clase & Ortiz Gambling Scandal, Munetaka Murakami Posted, Arizona Fall League Fall Star Game

Hey there Ballers, today we discuss who took home AL and NL Rookie of the Year honors. Later, we take a look into the dark side of baseball with an alleged threat to Bryce Harper and alleged sports gambling involvement with Cleveland Guardians pitchers Emmanuel Clase and Luis Ortiz. Finally, we wrap up talking about Munetaka Murakami being officially posted from Japan and free to sign with an MLB team along with updates from the Arizona Fall League. Play Ball!

Qualifying Offers Issued, Silver Sluggers Announced, Braves & Padres New Manager, Dodgers Bring Back Muncy, Mock GM: New York Mets Edition

Hey there Ballers, today we discuss the 13 players that received the Qualifying Offer. Next, we discuss the winners of the National League Silver Slugger Award at each position around the diamond. Later, we discuss two new managerial hires along with the Dodgers picking up the club option on 3B Max Muncy. Finally, we conclude the show with our first Mock GM segment focused on being the GM of the New York Mets for the day. Play Ball!