Baseball Bar-B-Cast

Jake and Jordan begin the episode by recapping Team USA’s disastrous loss to Mexico in the WBC and provide context as to why this team might not be performing as well as everyone had expected. Then, they touch on some of the other teams that are making headlines, including Team Australia, who made it through to the quarter finals for the first time in their history, and Team Israel, who have started their WBC campaign strong. Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tvAnd check out Jake, Jordan & the show on X or Instagram:🌤️ @CespedesBBQ: https://bsky.app/profile/cespedesbbq.bsky.social🐦 @CespedesBBQ: https://x.com/CespedesBBQ📷 @CespedesBBQ: https://www.instagram.com/cespedesbbq⚾ @Jake_Mintz: https://x.com/Jake_Mintz🧢 @J_Shusterman: https://x.com/j_shusterman_

Jake and Jordan begin the episode by talking about the biggest narratives out of the first few days of the WBC. What was it like watching Yoenis Cespedes play again? Is there anything like Ohtani at the Tokyo Dome? How did Australia pull off such an incredible upset? And how good did Vinnie Pasquantino look in an Italian jersey? Then, they break down some of the latest Spring Training action. Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tvAnd check out Jake, Jordan & the show on X or Instagram:🌤️ @CespedesBBQ: https://bsky.app/profile/cespedesbbq.bsky.social🐦 @CespedesBBQ: https://x.com/CespedesBBQ📷 @CespedesBBQ: https://www.instagram.com/cespedesbbq⚾ @Jake_Mintz: https://x.com/Jake_Mintz🧢 @J_Shusterman: https://x.com/j_shusterman_

Jake and Jordan tell you everything that you need to know heading into the 2023 World Baseball Classic. Can anybody beat Japan? How legitimate is Mexico? And can Mike Piazza and Team Italy be this year's Cinderella? Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tvAnd check out Jake, Jordan & the show on X or Instagram:🌤️ @CespedesBBQ: https://bsky.app/profile/cespedesbbq.bsky.social🐦 @CespedesBBQ: https://x.com/CespedesBBQ📷 @CespedesBBQ: https://www.instagram.com/cespedesbbq⚾ @Jake_Mintz: https://x.com/Jake_Mintz🧢 @J_Shusterman: https://x.com/j_shusterman_

Jake and Jordan begin the episode by talking about the unfortunate injuries to Gavin Lux, Tyler Glasnow and Joe Musgrove and how it affects their respective clubs. Then, the boys discuss the New York Yankees Spring Training lineup, how Max Scherzer has managed to use the pitch clock to his advantage, the umpire-less half-inning in the Orioles and Pirates game, and which baseball players would be best suited to appear on a reality dating show. Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tvAnd check out Jake, Jordan & the show on X or Instagram:🌤️ @CespedesBBQ: https://bsky.app/profile/cespedesbbq.bsky.social🐦 @CespedesBBQ: https://x.com/CespedesBBQ📷 @CespedesBBQ: https://www.instagram.com/cespedesbbq⚾ @Jake_Mintz: https://x.com/Jake_Mintz🧢 @J_Shusterman: https://x.com/j_shusterman_

Jake and Jordan begin the episode by discussing Manny Machado’s 11-year, $350 Million contract extension with the San Diego Padres. Then, the boys give their early reactions to the pitch clock. Has it made the games more entertaining? Finally, the boys break down the Spring Training match-up that everyone had been waiting all winter for; Northeastern vs the Boston Red Sox. Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tvAnd check out Jake, Jordan & the show on X or Instagram:🌤️ @CespedesBBQ: https://bsky.app/profile/cespedesbbq.bsky.social🐦 @CespedesBBQ: https://x.com/CespedesBBQ📷 @CespedesBBQ: https://www.instagram.com/cespedesbbq⚾ @Jake_Mintz: https://x.com/Jake_Mintz🧢 @J_Shusterman: https://x.com/j_shusterman_

Jake and Jordan begin the episode by discussing the comments made by Shohei Ohtani’s agent that the star deserves to explore free agency. Then, they touch on why we’re seeing more players pull out of the World Baseball Classic. Finally, after a week on the ground at Spring Training, the boys draft their “Favorite Things About Spring Training.” Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tvAnd check out Jake, Jordan & the show on X or Instagram:🌤️ @CespedesBBQ: https://bsky.app/profile/cespedesbbq.bsky.social🐦 @CespedesBBQ: https://x.com/CespedesBBQ📷 @CespedesBBQ: https://www.instagram.com/cespedesbbq⚾ @Jake_Mintz: https://x.com/Jake_Mintz🧢 @J_Shusterman: https://x.com/j_shusterman_

Jake and Jordan break down all of the biggest talking points from the first few days of team camps in Florida and Arizona. Are the vibes still good in Philly? What facial hair is Carlos Rodon rocking? And who's looking good for the Braves? Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tvAnd check out Jake, Jordan & the show on X or Instagram:🌤️ @CespedesBBQ: https://bsky.app/profile/cespedesbbq.bsky.social🐦 @CespedesBBQ: https://x.com/CespedesBBQ📷 @CespedesBBQ: https://www.instagram.com/cespedesbbq⚾ @Jake_Mintz: https://x.com/Jake_Mintz🧢 @J_Shusterman: https://x.com/j_shusterman_

Jake and Jordan begin the episode by listing off the four main rule changes that will be in effect for the 2023 MLB season. Then, they are joined by long time Major League catcher Ryan Lavarnway to talk about his thoughts on the pitch timer and how it will effect the game for pitchers, hitters, and fans. Next, broadcasters Jon Sciambi and Jake Eisenberg jump on to give their perspective on the new rules, before the boys dive into some rules related listener e-mails. Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tvAnd check out Jake, Jordan & the show on X or Instagram:🌤️ @CespedesBBQ: https://bsky.app/profile/cespedesbbq.bsky.social🐦 @CespedesBBQ: https://x.com/CespedesBBQ📷 @CespedesBBQ: https://www.instagram.com/cespedesbbq⚾ @Jake_Mintz: https://x.com/Jake_Mintz🧢 @J_Shusterman: https://x.com/j_shusterman_

Jake and Jordan begin the show by giving their initial thoughts on the newly released World Baseball Classic rosters. Then, they are joined by Pete Crow-Armstrong of the Chicago Cubs to talk about his name, his career thus far, and what's in store for 2023. Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tvAnd check out Jake, Jordan & the show on X or Instagram:🌤️ @CespedesBBQ: https://bsky.app/profile/cespedesbbq.bsky.social🐦 @CespedesBBQ: https://x.com/CespedesBBQ📷 @CespedesBBQ: https://www.instagram.com/cespedesbbq⚾ @Jake_Mintz: https://x.com/Jake_Mintz🧢 @J_Shusterman: https://x.com/j_shusterman_

Jake and Jordan begin the episode by honoring the NBA's new scoring leader LeBron James by talking through some of the baseball adjacent events in his career. Then, Steven Kwan of the Cleveland Guardians joins the show to talk about his incredible rookie season. Finally, Xavier Edwards of the Miami Marlins talks about his experience at the Roc Nation Brunch. Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tvAnd check out Jake, Jordan & the show on X or Instagram:🌤️ @CespedesBBQ: https://bsky.app/profile/cespedesbbq.bsky.social🐦 @CespedesBBQ: https://x.com/CespedesBBQ📷 @CespedesBBQ: https://www.instagram.com/cespedesbbq⚾ @Jake_Mintz: https://x.com/Jake_Mintz🧢 @J_Shusterman: https://x.com/j_shusterman_

Jake and Jordan begin the episode by talking about the Padres FanFest which saw the re-introduction of Fernando Tatis Jr to the fans and broader public. Then, the boys have a "Scrapheap Draft" in which they draft their favorite remaining Free Agents. Finally, Germany Schaefer is the focus of this weeks Dead-Ball Mad Libs. Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tvAnd check out Jake, Jordan & the show on X or Instagram:🌤️ @CespedesBBQ: https://bsky.app/profile/cespedesbbq.bsky.social🐦 @CespedesBBQ: https://x.com/CespedesBBQ📷 @CespedesBBQ: https://www.instagram.com/cespedesbbq⚾ @Jake_Mintz: https://x.com/Jake_Mintz🧢 @J_Shusterman: https://x.com/j_shusterman_

Jake and Jordan begin the show by highlighting some of their favorite prospects across the variety of Top 100 Prospects lists. Then, one of the leagues best pitching prospects, Grayson Rodriguez of the Baltimore Orioles, joins the guys to talk about his recent engagement, how the Baltimore organization has changed since he got drafted, his love of hunting, and more. Finally, the boys cap off the episode by saluting the players that are heading overseas to play ball. Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tvAnd check out Jake, Jordan & the show on X or Instagram:🌤️ @CespedesBBQ: https://bsky.app/profile/cespedesbbq.bsky.social🐦 @CespedesBBQ: https://x.com/CespedesBBQ📷 @CespedesBBQ: https://www.instagram.com/cespedesbbq⚾ @Jake_Mintz: https://x.com/Jake_Mintz🧢 @J_Shusterman: https://x.com/j_shusterman_

Jake and Jordan run through all 30 MLB teams and determine what the vibe around each team is. Vibes range from the "Cloud 9" tier to the "Ya Got One Guy" tier. Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tvAnd check out Jake, Jordan & the show on X or Instagram:🌤️ @CespedesBBQ: https://bsky.app/profile/cespedesbbq.bsky.social🐦 @CespedesBBQ: https://x.com/CespedesBBQ📷 @CespedesBBQ: https://www.instagram.com/cespedesbbq⚾ @Jake_Mintz: https://x.com/Jake_Mintz🧢 @J_Shusterman: https://x.com/j_shusterman_

Jake and Jordan begin the show by talking about Scott Rolen's induction into the BBWAA Hall of Fame. Then, they are joined by Pedro Moura (@pedromoura) of Fox Sports to discuss the news that Angels owner Arte Moreno is no longer open to selling the team. Finally, Dutch Leonard headlines the latest edition of Dead-Ball Mad Libs. Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tvAnd check out Jake, Jordan & the show on X or Instagram:🌤️ @CespedesBBQ: https://bsky.app/profile/cespedesbbq.bsky.social🐦 @CespedesBBQ: https://x.com/CespedesBBQ📷 @CespedesBBQ: https://www.instagram.com/cespedesbbq⚾ @Jake_Mintz: https://x.com/Jake_Mintz🧢 @J_Shusterman: https://x.com/j_shusterman_

Jake and Jordan begin the episode by breaking down the Pablo Lopez-Luis Arráez trade and how it will seemingly influence Jazz Chisholm. Then, they talk about the Tigers changing the dimensions of Comerica Park and ask the question "if you could change the dimensions of any stadium, what would you change?" Finally, the boys end the episode with a fun listener e-mail. Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tvAnd check out Jake, Jordan & the show on X or Instagram:🌤️ @CespedesBBQ: https://bsky.app/profile/cespedesbbq.bsky.social🐦 @CespedesBBQ: https://x.com/CespedesBBQ📷 @CespedesBBQ: https://www.instagram.com/cespedesbbq⚾ @Jake_Mintz: https://x.com/Jake_Mintz🧢 @J_Shusterman: https://x.com/j_shusterman_

Jake and Jordan go through every name listed on the 2023 BBWAA Hall of Fame Ballot, break them into tiers (the "So Cute" tier, the "Nice Career, But Not Quite" tier, the "Black Ink/Red Flags" tier, the "Shoo-Ins If They’d Never Tested Positive For Drugs" tier, the "Relievers" tier, and the "Easiest Votes" tier) and ultimately decide who they would vote for and why. Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tvAnd check out Jake, Jordan & the show on X or Instagram:🌤️ @CespedesBBQ: https://bsky.app/profile/cespedesbbq.bsky.social🐦 @CespedesBBQ: https://x.com/CespedesBBQ📷 @CespedesBBQ: https://www.instagram.com/cespedesbbq⚾ @Jake_Mintz: https://x.com/Jake_Mintz🧢 @J_Shusterman: https://x.com/j_shusterman_

Jake and Jordan begin the episode by talking about the revelation that the Mets used the same ankle specialist to conduct Carlos Correa's physical as the Giants. Was this was a good move by the Mets or not? The boys debate. Then, they discuss the importance of yesterdays International Signing Day, before diving into another edition of Dead-Ball Mad Libs. Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tvAnd check out Jake, Jordan & the show on X or Instagram:🌤️ @CespedesBBQ: https://bsky.app/profile/cespedesbbq.bsky.social🐦 @CespedesBBQ: https://x.com/CespedesBBQ📷 @CespedesBBQ: https://www.instagram.com/cespedesbbq⚾ @Jake_Mintz: https://x.com/Jake_Mintz🧢 @J_Shusterman: https://x.com/j_shusterman_

Jake and Jordan begin the show by talking about the news that Carlos Correa has officially signed with the Minnesota Twins. Based on everything that has happened over the past couple of weeks in regards to his failed physicals with multiple teams, do the San Francisco Giants deserve an apology? Then, the guys are joined by Henry Davis, the first overall pick in the 2021 MLB Draft to chat about his career so far, his aspirations for 2023, and a whole lot more. Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tvAnd check out Jake, Jordan & the show on X or Instagram:🌤️ @CespedesBBQ: https://bsky.app/profile/cespedesbbq.bsky.social🐦 @CespedesBBQ: https://x.com/CespedesBBQ📷 @CespedesBBQ: https://www.instagram.com/cespedesbbq⚾ @Jake_Mintz: https://x.com/Jake_Mintz🧢 @J_Shusterman: https://x.com/j_shusterman_

Jake and Jordan begin the show by talking about the latest in the Trevor Bauer saga. How did we get here and what’s next for Bauer? Then, the boys touch on the latest Phillies-Tigers trade, play a game that Jake just made up called “Who Said This: A Member of the 2022 Phillies or A Member of The Wu-Tang Clan?”, and give yet another Carlos Correa update (spoiler alert, there’s still not a whole lot to discuss). Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tvAnd check out Jake, Jordan & the show on X or Instagram:🌤️ @CespedesBBQ: https://bsky.app/profile/cespedesbbq.bsky.social🐦 @CespedesBBQ: https://x.com/CespedesBBQ📷 @CespedesBBQ: https://www.instagram.com/cespedesbbq⚾ @Jake_Mintz: https://x.com/Jake_Mintz🧢 @J_Shusterman: https://x.com/j_shusterman_

Jake and Jordan begin the show by breaking down Rafael Devers' 11-year contract extension with the Boston Red Sox. The Sox were finally able to agree on a deal with a homegrown talent after Betts and Bogaerts walked, but did they choose the right player to invest in? Then, the boys finish off the show by talking about the turnover of MLB umpires this off-season. Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tvAnd check out Jake, Jordan & the show on X or Instagram:🌤️ @CespedesBBQ: https://bsky.app/profile/cespedesbbq.bsky.social🐦 @CespedesBBQ: https://x.com/CespedesBBQ📷 @CespedesBBQ: https://www.instagram.com/cespedesbbq⚾ @Jake_Mintz: https://x.com/Jake_Mintz🧢 @J_Shusterman: https://x.com/j_shusterman_

Jake and Jordan are back for their first show of 2023. After not having recorded a new podcast in over a week, the boys look at all the trades and signings that have taken place over that period and give their thoughts on each one. Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tvAnd check out Jake, Jordan & the show on X or Instagram:🌤️ @CespedesBBQ: https://bsky.app/profile/cespedesbbq.bsky.social🐦 @CespedesBBQ: https://x.com/CespedesBBQ📷 @CespedesBBQ: https://www.instagram.com/cespedesbbq⚾ @Jake_Mintz: https://x.com/Jake_Mintz🧢 @J_Shusterman: https://x.com/j_shusterman_

Philadelphia Phillies catcher Garrett Stubbs joins Jake and Jordan for an in-depth chat about Hanukkah, the 2022 Phillies, JT Realmuto, his walk-off homer against the Marlins, and a whole lot more. Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tvAnd check out Jake, Jordan & the show on X or Instagram:🌤️ @CespedesBBQ: https://bsky.app/profile/cespedesbbq.bsky.social🐦 @CespedesBBQ: https://x.com/CespedesBBQ📷 @CespedesBBQ: https://www.instagram.com/cespedesbbq⚾ @Jake_Mintz: https://x.com/Jake_Mintz🧢 @J_Shusterman: https://x.com/j_shusterman_

New Yankee Carlos Rodon joins Jake and Jordan for an in-depth chat about signing with the Yankees, his family, his career so far, and a whole lot more. Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tvAnd check out Jake, Jordan & the show on X or Instagram:🌤️ @CespedesBBQ: https://bsky.app/profile/cespedesbbq.bsky.social🐦 @CespedesBBQ: https://x.com/CespedesBBQ📷 @CespedesBBQ: https://www.instagram.com/cespedesbbq⚾ @Jake_Mintz: https://x.com/Jake_Mintz🧢 @J_Shusterman: https://x.com/j_shusterman_

Jake and Jordan begin the episode by digging into the details of Carlos Correa's move to the Mets. How did it all happen? Where does this leave the Giants? The boys break it down. Then, their former producer Bobby Wagner jumps on for a much anticipated edition of METSCON. Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tvAnd check out Jake, Jordan & the show on X or Instagram:🌤️ @CespedesBBQ: https://bsky.app/profile/cespedesbbq.bsky.social🐦 @CespedesBBQ: https://x.com/CespedesBBQ📷 @CespedesBBQ: https://www.instagram.com/cespedesbbq⚾ @Jake_Mintz: https://x.com/Jake_Mintz🧢 @J_Shusterman: https://x.com/j_shusterman_

Jake breaks the news of Carlos Correa signing with the Mets to Jordan in this sudden urgent baseball podcast based upon baseball news. Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tvAnd check out Jake, Jordan & the show on X or Instagram:🌤️ @CespedesBBQ: https://bsky.app/profile/cespedesbbq.bsky.social🐦 @CespedesBBQ: https://x.com/CespedesBBQ📷 @CespedesBBQ: https://www.instagram.com/cespedesbbq⚾ @Jake_Mintz: https://x.com/Jake_Mintz🧢 @J_Shusterman: https://x.com/j_shusterman_

Jake and Jordan begin the episode by talking about their rich friend Carlos Rodón signing a very nice contract with the New York Yankees. Are the Yankees now favorites to win the AL East? The boys discuss. Then, they break down Dansby Swanson's move to the Cubs and talk about what it means for Chicago as well as for Swanson's former team; the Braves. Finally, the boys respond to an e-mail they received throughout the week in regards to Petey the donkey. Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tvAnd check out Jake, Jordan & the show on X or Instagram:🌤️ @CespedesBBQ: https://bsky.app/profile/cespedesbbq.bsky.social🐦 @CespedesBBQ: https://x.com/CespedesBBQ📷 @CespedesBBQ: https://www.instagram.com/cespedesbbq⚾ @Jake_Mintz: https://x.com/Jake_Mintz🧢 @J_Shusterman: https://x.com/j_shusterman_

Jake and Jordan begin the show by talking about Carlos Correa's huge deal with the San Francisco Giants. Is Correa a better fit for the Giants than Judge would have been? The boys debate. Next, they break down the Sean Murphy trade and ponder where the A's go from here. Finally, Jordan quizzes Jake on Baseball Reference's Sportify Wrapped for 2022. Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tvAnd check out Jake, Jordan & the show on X or Instagram:🌤️ @CespedesBBQ: https://bsky.app/profile/cespedesbbq.bsky.social🐦 @CespedesBBQ: https://x.com/CespedesBBQ📷 @CespedesBBQ: https://www.instagram.com/cespedesbbq⚾ @Jake_Mintz: https://x.com/Jake_Mintz🧢 @J_Shusterman: https://x.com/j_shusterman_

Jake and Jordan begin the episode by talking about the Mets latest moves. Does this make them a better or worse team than last year? The boys break it all down. Then, they give their thoughts on the signings of Kevin Kiermaier, Sean Manaea and Trevor Williams. Next, they answer more of your questions on the Monday Mailbag and finish the episode off with another edition of Dead-Ball Mad Libs. Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tvAnd check out Jake, Jordan & the show on X or Instagram:🌤️ @CespedesBBQ: https://bsky.app/profile/cespedesbbq.bsky.social🐦 @CespedesBBQ: https://x.com/CespedesBBQ📷 @CespedesBBQ: https://www.instagram.com/cespedesbbq⚾ @Jake_Mintz: https://x.com/Jake_Mintz🧢 @J_Shusterman: https://x.com/j_shusterman_

Jake and Jordan begin this final show of the Winter Meetings by breaking down the Padres signing of Xander Bogaerts. Then, they run through their five biggest questions coming out of the Winter Meetings. Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tvAnd check out Jake, Jordan & the show on X or Instagram:🌤️ @CespedesBBQ: https://bsky.app/profile/cespedesbbq.bsky.social🐦 @CespedesBBQ: https://x.com/CespedesBBQ📷 @CespedesBBQ: https://www.instagram.com/cespedesbbq⚾ @Jake_Mintz: https://x.com/Jake_Mintz🧢 @J_Shusterman: https://x.com/j_shusterman_

Jake and Jordan are joined by friend of the show Bailey Freeman (@FoolishBB) to talk about the latest news and transactions from the Winter Meetings. They touch on Willson Contreras' deal with the Cardinals, the Red Sox's signing of Japanese outfielder Masataka Yoshida, Jameson Taillon's four-year deal with the Cubs, more on the Judge signing, before giving their overall thoughts on what was Bailey's first ever Winter Meetings. Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tvAnd check out Jake, Jordan & the show on X or Instagram:🌤️ @CespedesBBQ: https://bsky.app/profile/cespedesbbq.bsky.social🐦 @CespedesBBQ: https://x.com/CespedesBBQ📷 @CespedesBBQ: https://www.instagram.com/cespedesbbq⚾ @Jake_Mintz: https://x.com/Jake_Mintz🧢 @J_Shusterman: https://x.com/j_shusterman_

Aaron Judge is heading back to the Bronx after signing a 9-year, $360 Million deal with the Yankees. Jake and Jordan talk about what this signing means to the Yankees and the city of New York, as well as the losers of the Judge sweepstakes; the Giants and Padres. Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tvAnd check out Jake, Jordan & the show on X or Instagram:🌤️ @CespedesBBQ: https://bsky.app/profile/cespedesbbq.bsky.social🐦 @CespedesBBQ: https://x.com/CespedesBBQ📷 @CespedesBBQ: https://www.instagram.com/cespedesbbq⚾ @Jake_Mintz: https://x.com/Jake_Mintz🧢 @J_Shusterman: https://x.com/j_shusterman_

Jake and Jordan begin the episode by talking about THAT TWEET that rocked the Winter Meetings today in which it was announced that "Arson Judge" was heading to the Giants. Then, the boys break down some of the moves that actually DID happen today including Taijuan Walker to the Phillies, Cody Bellinger to the Cubs, Josh Bell to the Guardians, and Mitch Haniger to the Giants. Next, the boys are joined live on set by the President of Baseball Operations for the Seattle Mariners Jerry Dipoto to talk about his love of trading, and much much more. Finally, the boys give a quick wrap up on the inaugural MLB draft lottery. Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tvAnd check out Jake, Jordan & the show on X or Instagram:🌤️ @CespedesBBQ: https://bsky.app/profile/cespedesbbq.bsky.social🐦 @CespedesBBQ: https://x.com/CespedesBBQ📷 @CespedesBBQ: https://www.instagram.com/cespedesbbq⚾ @Jake_Mintz: https://x.com/Jake_Mintz🧢 @J_Shusterman: https://x.com/j_shusterman_

It's Day Two of the Winter Meetings and Jake and Jordan talk about the five teams they think are under the most amount of pressure to make a big splash before the end of the week. Then, they talk about Aaron Judge's spicy profile in TIME. Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tvAnd check out Jake, Jordan & the show on X or Instagram:🌤️ @CespedesBBQ: https://bsky.app/profile/cespedesbbq.bsky.social🐦 @CespedesBBQ: https://x.com/CespedesBBQ📷 @CespedesBBQ: https://www.instagram.com/cespedesbbq⚾ @Jake_Mintz: https://x.com/Jake_Mintz🧢 @J_Shusterman: https://x.com/j_shusterman_

Jake and Jordan are joined by Chelsea Janes, National Baseball Reporter for the Washington Post, to talk about Trea Turner signing an 11-year contract with the Philadelphia Phillies. Then, the trio touch on Justin Verlander's move to the Mets (how will he and Max Scherzer co-exist?), and ponder what chaos may ensue at the Winter Meetings when Aaron Judge makes an appearance tomorrow. Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tvAnd check out Jake, Jordan & the show on X or Instagram:🌤️ @CespedesBBQ: https://bsky.app/profile/cespedesbbq.bsky.social🐦 @CespedesBBQ: https://x.com/CespedesBBQ📷 @CespedesBBQ: https://www.instagram.com/cespedesbbq⚾ @Jake_Mintz: https://x.com/Jake_Mintz🧢 @J_Shusterman: https://x.com/j_shusterman_

Jake and Jordan, live from the Winter Meetings in San Diego, react to the news that ace Justin Verlander has signed with the New York Mets. The boys break down what the signing means for the Mets, and where it leaves the Astros. Then, they talk about the experience of being at the winter meetings with the rest of the baseball world. Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tvAnd check out Jake, Jordan & the show on X or Instagram:🌤️ @CespedesBBQ: https://bsky.app/profile/cespedesbbq.bsky.social🐦 @CespedesBBQ: https://x.com/CespedesBBQ📷 @CespedesBBQ: https://www.instagram.com/cespedesbbq⚾ @Jake_Mintz: https://x.com/Jake_Mintz🧢 @J_Shusterman: https://x.com/j_shusterman_

Jake and Jordan have officially landed in San Diego for this weeks Winter Meetings. In this episode, they talk about what to expect from the week, and then react to the Hall of Fame accountment. Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tvAnd check out Jake, Jordan & the show on X or Instagram:🌤️ @CespedesBBQ: https://bsky.app/profile/cespedesbbq.bsky.social🐦 @CespedesBBQ: https://x.com/CespedesBBQ📷 @CespedesBBQ: https://www.instagram.com/cespedesbbq⚾ @Jake_Mintz: https://x.com/Jake_Mintz🧢 @J_Shusterman: https://x.com/j_shusterman_

Jake and Jordan share their thoughts on the 5-year, $185 Million contract that the Texas Rangers and ace Jacob deGrom have agreed to. Where does this put the Rangers? How nervous should this make the Mets? The boys break it all down. Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tvAnd check out Jake, Jordan & the show on X or Instagram:🌤️ @CespedesBBQ: https://bsky.app/profile/cespedesbbq.bsky.social🐦 @CespedesBBQ: https://x.com/CespedesBBQ📷 @CespedesBBQ: https://www.instagram.com/cespedesbbq⚾ @Jake_Mintz: https://x.com/Jake_Mintz🧢 @J_Shusterman: https://x.com/j_shusterman_

Jake and Jordan begin the show by discussing the Astros signing of José Abreu. Is this franchise experiencing Enlightened Absolutism under the rule of Jim Crane? Then, they touch on the insanity that is the Aaron Judge bidding war. Next, they are joined by Daniel Álvarez-Montes from El Extrabase (@DanielAlvarezEE) to talk about the Venezuelan Home Run derby, Asdrúbal Cabrera's punch in the Winter League that resulted in an all out brawl, and more. Finally, the boys bring on Producer Chris to talk about the Socceroos incredible win over Denmark. Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tvAnd check out Jake, Jordan & the show on X or Instagram:🌤️ @CespedesBBQ: https://bsky.app/profile/cespedesbbq.bsky.social🐦 @CespedesBBQ: https://x.com/CespedesBBQ📷 @CespedesBBQ: https://www.instagram.com/cespedesbbq⚾ @Jake_Mintz: https://x.com/Jake_Mintz🧢 @J_Shusterman: https://x.com/j_shusterman_

Jake and Jordan begin the show by breaking down Aaron Judge's meeting with the San Francisco Giants. Then, the boys answer all of your questions in the Monday Mailbag. Next, it's time for Dead-Ball Mad Libs before we finally bring in everybody's favorite guest Vinnie Pasquantino for the debut edition of "Did The Jets Win?" Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tvAnd check out Jake, Jordan & the show on X or Instagram:🌤️ @CespedesBBQ: https://bsky.app/profile/cespedesbbq.bsky.social🐦 @CespedesBBQ: https://x.com/CespedesBBQ📷 @CespedesBBQ: https://www.instagram.com/cespedesbbq⚾ @Jake_Mintz: https://x.com/Jake_Mintz🧢 @J_Shusterman: https://x.com/j_shusterman_

Jake and Jordan are joined by Kansas City Royals first baseman Vinnie Pasquantino for this Thanksgiving bonus episode of Baseball Bar-B-Cast. Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tvAnd check out Jake, Jordan & the show on X or Instagram:🌤️ @CespedesBBQ: https://bsky.app/profile/cespedesbbq.bsky.social🐦 @CespedesBBQ: https://x.com/CespedesBBQ📷 @CespedesBBQ: https://www.instagram.com/cespedesbbq⚾ @Jake_Mintz: https://x.com/Jake_Mintz🧢 @J_Shusterman: https://x.com/j_shusterman_

Jake and Jordan break down their thoughts on this off-seasons four big free agent shortstops; Carlos Correa, Trea Turner, Xander Bogaerts, and Dansby Swanson. Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tvAnd check out Jake, Jordan & the show on X or Instagram:🌤️ @CespedesBBQ: https://bsky.app/profile/cespedesbbq.bsky.social🐦 @CespedesBBQ: https://x.com/CespedesBBQ📷 @CespedesBBQ: https://www.instagram.com/cespedesbbq⚾ @Jake_Mintz: https://x.com/Jake_Mintz🧢 @J_Shusterman: https://x.com/j_shusterman_

Jake and Jordan, LIVE from Jake's parents basement, touch on the news that Cody Bellinger has been non-tendered by the Dodgers. Then, they ponder where Justin Verlander may end up next season, and discuss the Angels' trade for Gio Urshela. Finally, the boys answer all of your mailbag questions and play "Dead-Ball Mad Libs". Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tvAnd check out Jake, Jordan & the show on X or Instagram:🌤️ @CespedesBBQ: https://bsky.app/profile/cespedesbbq.bsky.social🐦 @CespedesBBQ: https://x.com/CespedesBBQ📷 @CespedesBBQ: https://www.instagram.com/cespedesbbq⚾ @Jake_Mintz: https://x.com/Jake_Mintz🧢 @J_Shusterman: https://x.com/j_shusterman_

Jake and Jordan kick off the episode by running through all of the results from this weeks MLB Awards. Then, they quickly touch on some of the biggest news stories from the last few days, before diving into the ten free agents that they'll be watching closely this off-season. Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tvAnd check out Jake, Jordan & the show on X or Instagram:🌤️ @CespedesBBQ: https://bsky.app/profile/cespedesbbq.bsky.social🐦 @CespedesBBQ: https://x.com/CespedesBBQ📷 @CespedesBBQ: https://www.instagram.com/cespedesbbq⚾ @Jake_Mintz: https://x.com/Jake_Mintz🧢 @J_Shusterman: https://x.com/j_shusterman_

Jake and Jordan go through ALL 30 MLB TEAMS and discuss what their off-season prospects look like. And as all good content creators do, they sorted each team into hilarious custom tiers. These tiers include "Tank Town" (A's, Nationals, Pirates, Reds) [1:58], "Bottom of the AL Central, Figure Your Shit Out" (Royals, Tigers) [5:48]--, "The Rockies" (Uhh, Rockies) [9:23], "You're Not Thinking About Them But They Could Do Some Weird Shit" (D-Backs, Rays, Twins, Marlins, Brewers, Guardians) [11:01], "Non-Playoff Teams With Money To Spend" (White Sox, Cubs, Rangers, Angels, Orioles, Red Sox) [27:47], "Good Teams With Money To Spend" (Mariners, Cardinals, Blue Jays, Phillies, Braves, Astros, Padres) [47:10], and "The Headliners" (Giants w/ special guest Grant Brisbee, Mets w/ special guest Deesha Thosar, Yankees, Dodgers) [1:05:21]. Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tvAnd check out Jake, Jordan & the show on X or Instagram:🌤️ @CespedesBBQ: https://bsky.app/profile/cespedesbbq.bsky.social🐦 @CespedesBBQ: https://x.com/CespedesBBQ📷 @CespedesBBQ: https://www.instagram.com/cespedesbbq⚾ @Jake_Mintz: https://x.com/Jake_Mintz🧢 @J_Shusterman: https://x.com/j_shusterman_

Jake and Jordan, along with their good friend Foolish Bailey (@FoolishBB), cap off the 2022 MLB calendar by building a time capsule and filling it with physical items that represent various memorable moments of the season. Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tvAnd check out Jake, Jordan & the show on X or Instagram:🌤️ @CespedesBBQ: https://bsky.app/profile/cespedesbbq.bsky.social🐦 @CespedesBBQ: https://x.com/CespedesBBQ📷 @CespedesBBQ: https://www.instagram.com/cespedesbbq⚾ @Jake_Mintz: https://x.com/Jake_Mintz🧢 @J_Shusterman: https://x.com/j_shusterman_

With the World Series officially done and dusted, Jake and Jordan touch on the biggest stories coming out of that series. Was the Houston crowd rowdy enough? Why did Dusty Baker finish filling in his scorecard before celebrating? Will Bryce Harper need surgery? Should the World Series loser have a smaller parade? The boys answer it all. Then, they shift their attention to the craziness that is the MLB's Hot Stove! Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tvAnd check out Jake, Jordan & the show on X or Instagram:🌤️ @CespedesBBQ: https://bsky.app/profile/cespedesbbq.bsky.social🐦 @CespedesBBQ: https://x.com/CespedesBBQ📷 @CespedesBBQ: https://www.instagram.com/cespedesbbq⚾ @Jake_Mintz: https://x.com/Jake_Mintz🧢 @J_Shusterman: https://x.com/j_shusterman_

The Astros have won the 2022 World Series! Jake and Jordan break down all of the action from the game including the Verlander vs Wheeler match-up, Yordan's 6th inning heroics, the Schwarbunt, and a whole lot more. Then, the boys say goodbye to the 2022 Philadelphia Phillies, dissect this incredible Astros dynasty, and touch on all of the people they're happy for within the Astros organization. Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tvAnd check out Jake, Jordan & the show on X or Instagram:🌤️ @CespedesBBQ: https://bsky.app/profile/cespedesbbq.bsky.social🐦 @CespedesBBQ: https://x.com/CespedesBBQ📷 @CespedesBBQ: https://www.instagram.com/cespedesbbq⚾ @Jake_Mintz: https://x.com/Jake_Mintz🧢 @J_Shusterman: https://x.com/j_shusterman_

Jake and Jordan react to the Astros win in Game Five of the World Series. They break down the Verlander vs Syndergaard pitching match-up, talk about some great late-game defensive plays from Alex Bohm and Chas McCormick, revel in how right they were about Jeremy Peña, and a whole lot more. Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tvAnd check out Jake, Jordan & the show on X or Instagram:🌤️ @CespedesBBQ: https://bsky.app/profile/cespedesbbq.bsky.social🐦 @CespedesBBQ: https://x.com/CespedesBBQ📷 @CespedesBBQ: https://www.instagram.com/cespedesbbq⚾ @Jake_Mintz: https://x.com/Jake_Mintz🧢 @J_Shusterman: https://x.com/j_shusterman_

Jake and Jordan react to the Astros win in Game Four of the World Series. They break down Cristian Javier's incredible pitching performance that culminated in a combined no-hitter, touch on Aaron Nola's somewhat disappointing performance, preview the all-important Game Five, and a whole lot more. Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tvAnd check out Jake, Jordan & the show on X or Instagram:🌤️ @CespedesBBQ: https://bsky.app/profile/cespedesbbq.bsky.social🐦 @CespedesBBQ: https://x.com/CespedesBBQ📷 @CespedesBBQ: https://www.instagram.com/cespedesbbq⚾ @Jake_Mintz: https://x.com/Jake_Mintz🧢 @J_Shusterman: https://x.com/j_shusterman_

Jake and Jordan react to the Phillies win in Game Three of the World Series. They break down and rank all five of the Phillies home runs,debate whether Lance McCullers was tipping pitches or not, question how Dusty Baker has managed the bullpen during the World Series, and a whole lot more. Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tvAnd check out Jake, Jordan & the show on X or Instagram:🌤️ @CespedesBBQ: https://bsky.app/profile/cespedesbbq.bsky.social🐦 @CespedesBBQ: https://x.com/CespedesBBQ📷 @CespedesBBQ: https://www.instagram.com/cespedesbbq⚾ @Jake_Mintz: https://x.com/Jake_Mintz🧢 @J_Shusterman: https://x.com/j_shusterman_