The Windup: A show about Baseball

Where has all the offense gone? Tim McMaster and Ken Rosenthal open the show trying to explain that and then it's on to the mailbag...-Who will be the next player to collect 3000 hits?-Why hasn't baseball developed a tacky baseball?-Should MLB get rid of league specific awards?-What if teams were only allowed five relievers per game?-Where did all the knuckleballers go?-Should ownership of general managers be blamed for Reds woes?Those questions and more! To be a part of next week's episode call the voicemail at 646-543-7072 or email [email protected] Ken on Twitter: @Ken_RosenthalFollow Tim on Twitter: @TimMMcMaster Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

DVR and Keith discuss DVR's desire to completely change baseball by allowing hitters to walk after Ball 3 in the wake of another step forward with pitcher velocities and an early-season stretch of historically light offensive production. Plus, they assess the early performances of MacKenzie Gore, Jurickson Profar, Kyle Wright and Cody Bellinger, before taking a look at the very top of the 2022 draft board. Follow Keith on Twitter: @keithlawFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperGet six months of The Athletic for just $1 per month at theathletic.com/baseballshow Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno, Britt and DVR discuss the metrics that matter when analyzing limited samples of games early (or at any point) during the season. Plus, what should we make of Gerrit Cole's struggles? Should you buy into any surprising fast-start teams? Plus, Week 2 awards, and Britt shares her bold predictions for the 2022 season. Follow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow Britt on Twitter: @Britt_GhiroliFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperGet six months of The Athletic for just $1 per month at theathletic.com/baseballshow Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to The Roundtable with Grant Brisbee and Andy McCullough. Each week, we will yammer with a guest about the biggest topics/stories in MLB. This week we are joined by The Athletic Deputy managing editor for talent development Marc Carig. The guys talk about Clayton Kershaw getting pulled during a perfect game, Joe Maddon intentionally walking someone with the bases loaded and if the unwritten rules of baseball are actually something that should be followed.-Follow Grant on Twitter: @GrantBrisbee-Follow Andy on Twitter: @ByMcCullough-Follow Marc on Twitter: @MarcCarig-Get six months of The Athletic for just $1 per month at theathletic.com/baseballshow Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bruce Bochy makes his first trip to Starkville! Jayson and Doug talk to the legendary manager about unwritten rules, old school vs. new school, the current Giants and the great players he managed. Before that, Jayson and Doug share stories of baseball's impact through family and generations.Strange But True focuses on Joe Maddon's unprecedented decision to intentionally walk Corey Seager with the bases loaded. All that and trivia, of course!Follow Jayson on Twitter: @jaysonstFollow Doug on Twitter: @dougglanvilleFollow Mayor Tim on Twitter: @TimMMcMasterGet six months of The Athletic for just $1 per month at theathletic.com/baseballshow Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tim McMaster and Ken Rosenthal open the show talking about Buck Showalter and Bob Melvin and the impact they're already having on the Mets and Padres. Then, in the mailbag...-How drastic could MLB realignment be after expansion?-A potential Yankees-Brewers blockbuster-Penalties for pitch clock violations-Is it time to make 40-man rosters larger?-Tyler Megill's value to the Mets-The Braves World Series ringsThose questions and more! To be a part of next week's episode call the voicemail at 646-543-7072 or email [email protected] Ken on Twitter: @Ken_RosenthalFollow Tim on Twitter: @TimMMcMaster Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As Major League Baseball celebrates the 75th anniversary of Jackie Robinson breaking baseball's color barrier, Doug Glanville and Mariners play-by-play voice Dave Sims reflect on what Robinson's life and career have meant to them and how important Jackie Robinson Day is now and into the future. Dave has been a trailblazer in his own right, currently the only regular black television play-by-play voice in Major League Baseball. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss history made in San Francisco on Tuesday night when Alyssa Nakken served as an on-field coach for the Giants, and the unusual circumstances that occurred in the events that preceded it. Plus, new booths on Friday Night Baseball and Sunday Night Baseball, José Ramírez's extension with Cleveland, Ke'Bryan Hayes' deal with Pittsburgh, other Opening Week observations, and the show's first-even weekly awards for Pitcher of the Week and Hitter of the Week (trophies/prizes to follow).Follow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow Britt on Twitter: @Britt_GhiroliFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperGet six months of The Athletic for just $1 per month at theathletic.com/baseballshow Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to The Roundtable with Grant Brisbee and Andy McCullough. Each week, we will yammer with a guest about the biggest topics/stories in MLB. This week we are joined by Athletic Cardinals writer Katie Woo and Athletic Yankees Writer Lindsey Adler to talk about their teams interesting off-seasons, what do fans think of the approaches each team is taking and how a 90 win season is mandatory in the fans eyes from both teams every season.-Follow Grant on Twitter: @GrantBrisbee-Follow Andy on Twitter: @ByMcCullough-Follow Lindsay on Twitter: @lindseyadler-Follow Katie on Twitter: @katiejwoo-Get six months of The Athletic for just $1 per month at theathletic.com/baseballshow Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week in Starkville, one week of the baseball season is in the books and already so many big moments. Doug was in The Bronx Sunday for Red Sox and Yankees and thinks back to the rivalry he grew up with. Then Eduardo Perez joins the show to talk about his baseball journey from being Tony's son to a professional player himself to the broadcast booth. Eduardo and Doug tell stories from their time together at ESPN including their trip together to Cuba with Barack Obama and Rachel Robinson for baseball's return to the island.Strange But True examines the torrid start to the career of Steven Kwan and Bob Melvin's decision to pull starters from no-hitters on back to back days. All that, plus trivia!Follow Jayson on Twitter: @jaysonstFollow Doug on Twitter: @dougglanvilleFollow Mayor Tim on Twitter: @TimMMcMasterGet six months of The Athletic for just $1 per month at theathletic.com/baseballshow Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Mets and Phillies got off to great starts entering a head to head matchup in Philadelphia this week. Ken Rosenthal and Tim McMaster get you ready for that series and give some extra detail into Aaron Judge's contract situation. And then they open up the mailbag...-Should there be automatic suspensions for hitting batters in the head?-Does a Shane Bieber for Tyler O'Neil trade make sense for Guardians and Cardinals?-Why can't the Marlins acquire bullpen help?-How did the Yankees miss out on Manaea?-Are the Braves going to have trouble re-signing Dansby Swanson?-Why do teams bat their best hitters second these days?-Should Dave Stieb get Hall of Fame consideration?-With new format is MLB destined to always play in November?Those questions and more! To be a part of next week's episode call the voicemail at 646-543-7072 or email [email protected] Ken on Twitter: @Ken_RosenthalFollow Tim on Twitter: @TimMMcMaster Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

DVR is joined by Nick Pollack of Pitcher List to dig into a question about each of the 30 teams including Max Fried's ceiling, their expectations of a Reid Detmers breakout, the Marlins' excellent rotation. Plus, Nick reminisces about serving up an epic homer to a current big-leaguer.Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperFollow Nick on Twitter: @PitcherList Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Opening Day is here! Eno, Britt and DVR share their predictions for the 2022 MLB season and discuss the most improved teams since last season, their picks to win each of the six divisions, Rookie of the Year, Cy Young, and MVP awards, plus their World Series winners. Follow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow Britt on Twitter: @Britt_GhiroliFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to The Roundtable with Grant Brisbee and Andy McCullough. Each week we will yammer with a guest about the biggest topics/stories in MLB. This week we are joined by Athletic Senior MLB Writer Stephen Nesbitt. The guys each give their hottest take heading into the MLB season and they yammer about it.The Hot Takes are: 1) The Mets main Cy-Young candidate will be Chris Bassett. 2) The Padres will win the NL West. 3) The A's have had a good offseason-Follow Grant on Twitter: @GrantBrisbee-Follow Andy on Twitter: @ByMcCullough-Follow Stephen on Twitter: @stephenjnesbitt-Get six months of The Athletic for just $1 per month at theathletic.com/baseballshow Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In what is now officially a tradition, Theo Epstein is throwing out the first pitch in Starkville this season. He continues his mission to make Major League Baseball more entertaining so we’re covering potential rule changes and how they could impact the sport. From the pitch clock, to limiting shifts in the infield AND outfield to moving second base to PitchCom, robot umpires and more.Jayson and Doug also make their predictions sure to go wrong, look back on a 29-8 Spring Training game and of course... trivia!Follow Jayson on Twitter: @jaysonstFollow Doug on Twitter: @dougglanvilleFollow Mayor Tim on Twitter: @TimMMcMasterGet six months of The Athletic for just $1 per month at theathletic.com/baseballshow Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Just a few more sleeps until Opening Day and the transactions continue at a fever pitch across baseball. Ken explains what deals could still get done before the season's first pitch. Tim and Ken also give their predictions for the 2022 season and of course answer your questions...-What rookies could have big Opening Days?-What players could break out and surprise us this season?-Does the Ohtani DH rule work in reverse?-Is there a way to beat Ohtani for MVP considering he pitches and hits?-Are Indians overvaluing young players or just being cheap?-Did Cardinals do enough to contend?-Is there any chance John Fisher would sell the A's?Those questions and more! To be a part of next week's episode call the voicemail at 646-543-7072 or email [email protected] Ken on Twitter: @Ken_RosenthalFollow Tim on Twitter: @TimMMcMaster Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

DVR and Keith discuss Keith's recent trip to Arizona, where he had a look at Mariners, Cubs and Giants prospects. Plus, they discuss the Reds' decision to push their top pitching prospects into the early-season mix with multiple injuries in the starting rotation, the Phillies' bid to outhit their defense, and a flurry of assignments and options as spring training winds down.Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperFollow Keith on Twitter: @keithlawGet a subscription to The Athletic at $1/mo for the first six months by visiting theathletic.com/baseballshow Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno, Britt and DVR discuss Albert Pujols' return to St. Louis, the impact of early pitching injuries for the Cards, second base getting moved closer to home plate in the lower levels of the minors, the Nats' flashy City Connect uniforms, the oft-ignored Arizona Diamondbacks on the heels of an extension with Ketel Marte, and grades for a few of Eno's recent Bold Predictions. Follow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow Britt on Twitter: @Britt_GhiroliFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With Opening Day just ten days away Ken explains how he covers Spring Training and how different this year has been. Then Tim and Ken open up the mailbag...-Why do players attend arbitration hearings?-Ways to "improve" universal DH-Limiting but not banning the shift-Why aren't international players included in the regular MLB Draft?-Would Angels be better off trading Mike Trout?-If Tatis injury occurred on motorcycle, should he forfeit salary?-Ken's fun storylines for 2022?-Why are Reds still tanking?-Will 2026 CBA negotiations be as heated?Those questions and more! To be a part of next week's episode call the voicemail at 646-543-7072 or email [email protected] Ken on Twitter: @Ken_RosenthalFollow Tim on Twitter: @TimMMcMaster Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno, Britt and DVR discuss observations from spring training trips to the Florida and Arizona, plus the impact of the big additions made by the Twins (Carlos Correa), Phillies (Nicholas Castellanos & Kyle Schwarber), and Red Sox (Trevor Story) as all three teams made significant strides in their bid to reach the 2022 Postseason. Follow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow Britt on Twitter: @Britt_GhiroliFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperSubscribe to The Athletic for just $1/mo for the first six months: theathletic.com/baseballshow Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Major League Baseball's lockout has created a different kind of March Madness. The Atlanta Braves have been front and center and GM Alex Anthopoulos returns to Starkville to sum it all up. From Freddie Freeman's departure to Matt Olson's arrival, his emotional news conference and so much more. It's an interview you don't want to miss. Plus, in Strange But True, Jayson and Doug discuss last week's Baker family reunion and Wander Franco's parking mishap. All that and of course... trivia!Follow Jayson on Twitter: @jaysonstFollow Doug on Twitter: @dougglanvilleFollow Mayor Tim on Twitter: @TimMMcMasterGet six months of The Athletic for just $1 per month at theathletic.com/baseballshow Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

DVR and Keith discuss the return the Athletics have received as they've traded away Matt Olson, Matt Chapman and Chris Bassitt since the end of the lockout, the Reds' decision to trade away Jesse Winker & Eugenio Suárez, and whether the Cubs have done enough to make a playoff run out of the NL Central. Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperFollow Keith on Twitter: @keithlawGet a subscription to The Athletic at $1/mo for the first six months by visiting theathletic.com/baseballshow Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno, Britt and DVR discuss the flurry of activity since the start of the new CBA, the most improved teams as the offseason player movement draws close to the end, a curious decision by the Rockies to add Kris Bryant in free agency, and the strange timing of the teardown in Oakland, and changes in Cincinnati.Follow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow Britt on Twitter: @Britt_GhiroliFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As expected the frenzy of transactions is here as MLB teams look to fill their rosters before Opening Day in less than a month. Ken Rosenthal and Tim McMaster discuss the blockbuster trade that sent Josh Donaldson to the Yankees as well as what may happen with Carlos Correa. Then they open up the mailbag...-Is there a way to enjoy baseball without being the sucker that MLB is relying on to be there after a lockout?-Would getting rid of MLB's antitrust exemption be good for the game?-Ideas on the international draft-Would a dead ball help baseball?-What players should the Pirates build around?-Would it be good PR for MLB to get rid of Rob Manfred?-Does baseball hurt itself by talking so much about its problems?Those questions and more! To be a part of next week's episode call the voicemail at 646-543-7072 or email [email protected] Ken on Twitter: @Ken_RosenthalFollow Tim on Twitter: @TimMMcMaster Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The podcast we've all been waiting for! The lockout is over and players are on their way to Spring Training to get ready for an April 7th Opening Day across Major League Baseball.Jayson and Doug dive into the new CBA on an emergency episode of Starkville. Now that the lockout is over, will frustrated fans return to the sport? How does Rob Manfred avoid a repeat next time around? What is new with this CBA? Will it help eliminate tanking? What will the expanded playoffs look like? and where will Freddie Freeman land?Let us know how you feel about baseball right now at [email protected] and we'll read them on the next episode.Follow Jayson on Twitter: @jaysonstFollow Doug on Twitter: @dougglanvilleFollow Mayor Tim on Twitter: @TimMMcMasterGet six months of The Athletic for just $1 per month at theathletic.com/baseballshow Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno, Britt and DVR discuss recent progress in the CBA negotiations between MLB and the MLBPA, Britt's trip to the MLBPA training facility in Arizona, how we might see 'spring training games' if the lockout lingers further into March, and Apple's first step into streaming live games. Follow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow Britt on Twitter: @Britt_GhiroliFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperRelated LinksMaria Torres & Ken Rosenthal: ‘A failed system’: A corrupt process exploits Dominican baseball prospects. Is an international draft really the answer?': https://theathletic.com/3080470Subscribe to The Athletic at $1/mo for the first year: theathletic.com/baseballshow Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Spring Training has opened in Arizona and Florida but only for minor leaguers who aren't on 40-man rosters. Jayson is in Florida and he and Doug tell tales of happier Spring Trainings of yesteryear and explain why you never want to be on the back fields.Then, Ken Rosenthal adds to his record setting number of visits to Starkville. This time around he brings news from the negotiating table where MLB and the players continue to make little progress getting baseball back on the field.There's also trivia and a trip to the Doug-out for Astronomy and Spring dinners between teammates!Follow Jayson on Twitter: @jaysonstFollow Doug on Twitter: @dougglanvilleFollow Ken on Twitter: @Ken_RosenthalFollow Mayor Tim on Twitter: @TimMMcMasterGet six months of The Athletic for just $1 per month at theathletic.com/baseballshow Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

DVR and Keith discuss college baseball as an alternative for fans missing spring training, a trio of Top 100 prospects likely to contribute in 2022, and ways to make inevitably expanding playoff fields less terrible. Plus, would the league be any less competitive than it is today if the competitive balance tax were removed completely?Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperFollow Keith on Twitter: @keithlawGet a subscription to The Athletic at $1/mo for the first six months by visiting theathletic.com/baseballshow Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno, Britt and DVR discuss the current state of the MLB owner-imposed lockout, the origins of their love of baseball, and other sources of baseball to consider -- including a relatively new twist on the game with invention of 'Banana Ball'. Follow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow Britt on Twitter: @Britt_GhiroliFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperRelated LinksSportsCenter Feature 'How the Savannah Bananas have become the greatest show in baseball': https://youtu.be/T5RkB7_qNh8The Savannah Bananas 'Banana Ball: The Future of the Bananas': https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3A03_WbiSVUSubscribe to The Athletic at $1/mo for the first year: theathletic.com/baseballshow Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Monday is the final day for MLB and the players to reach a new CBA to avoid missed regular season games according to Rob Manfred. But how strict is that deadline really. Ken Rosenthal and Tim McMaster discuss that before answering your questions in the mailbag...-Why is Tony Clark still in charge of Union after failures with last CBA?-How would an owner convince a fan that their side is fair?-How much power does Scott Boras have in these negotiations?-Could players start their own league as leverage?-Could National League DH lead to return of Rizzo or Scwarber to Cubs?-Is the automated strike zone a made up problem?-Manager contracts-How much animosity is there between big market and small market owners?-Why didn't they get a new CBA done during 2020 shutdown?Those questions and more! To be a part of next week's episode call the voicemail at 646-543-7072 or email [email protected] Ken on Twitter: @Ken_RosenthalFollow Tim on Twitter: @TimMMcMaster Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno, Britt and DVR discuss the many ways that baseball will change over the next 30 years, from automated strike zones to expansion, to finding ways to increase the number of balls in play, how different will the game look in 2052?Follow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow Britt on Twitter: @Britt_GhiroliFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperRelated LinksGrant Brisbee 'What Major League Baseball will be like in 2052': https://theathletic.com/3136290James Fegan 'The death of pitch framing? A potential automated strike zone looms over the future of catching': https://theathletic.com/3134661Subscribe to The Athletic at $1/mo for the first year: theathletic.com/baseballshow Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Who cares about the lockout when Brett Phillips is visiting Starkville to remind us all how much fun baseball is! He talks about how he's staying in shape (working out with local high school teams!) and reflects on his World Series walk-off hit, facing the Blue Jays as a pitcher and much more.Plus Jayson and Doug do talk about the lockout and the progress that has been made. They brainstorm events for an MLB skills competition and try to stay hot in listener trivia.Follow Jayson on Twitter: @jaysonstFollow Doug on Twitter: @dougglanvilleFollow Brett Phillips on Twitter: @Brett_Phillips8Follow Mayor Tim on Twitter: @TimMMcMasterGet six months of The Athletic for just $1 per month at theathletic.com/baseballshow Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

DVR and Keith discuss a few of Keith's top-ranked farm systems -- including the Dodgers, D-backs and Pirates -- and their prospects most likely to make an impact at some point in 2022. Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperFollow Keith on Twitter: @keithlawGet a subscription to The Athletic at $1/mo for the first six months by visiting theathletic.com/baseballshow Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno, Britt and DVR discuss what players are doing on their own in the absence of spring training, the increasingly difficult path to necessary offseason training facilities for minor-league players, and the seemingly limited paths to a better professional baseball landscape. Follow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow Britt on Twitter: @Britt_GhiroliFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperRelated LinksBritt, on the financial toll minor-league baseball takes on its players: https://theathletic.com/3130271Eno & Britt, on the minor-league players caught in limbo unable to sign contracts during the lockout: https://theathletic.com/3132562Subscribe to The Athletic at $1/mo for Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ken and Tim start the show by discussing why it's looking more and more like regular season games will be lost to the MLB lockout. Then they open up the mailbag...-Is baseball considering how to promote the game to kids in these negotiations?-Will the minor league seasons go on despite the lockout?-Can players play in independent leagues or overseas if lockout continues?-How can we best evaluate General Managers?-Will a bigger competitive balance tax lead to a decrease in parity?-Is MLB umpiring good or bad?-Would MLB adapt a schedule where all teams play each other every year?-What types of hotels do teams stay in on the road?Those questions and more! To be a part of next week's episode call the voicemail at 646-543-7072 or email [email protected] Ken on Twitter: @Ken_RosenthalFollow Tim on Twitter: @TimMMcMasterKen's story on A.J. Preller: https://theathletic.com/2858560/2021/10/01/inside-the-padres-collapse-manager-gm-under-scrutiny-after-club-crumbles-down-the-stretch/Save 33% on an annual subscription to The Athletic at theathletic.com/baseballshow Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno, Britt and DVR discuss The Athletic's recent MLB Mega-Mock Draft, in which 30 participants had to build a franchise through a seven-round draft, before wondering what the role of modern owners should realistically be, and answering mailbag questions about realignment and schedule changes, which baseballs will be used in 2022, and the impact of humidors in the nine parks where they're currently in use. Follow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow Britt on Twitter: @Britt_GhiroliFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperRelated LinksThe Athletic's MegaDraft Results & Recap: https://theathletic.com/3099160Baseball's Most Valuable Teams 2021 (Forbes, Mike Ozanian): https://www.forbes.com/sites/mikeozanian/2021/03/26/baseballs-most-valuable-teams-new-york-yankees-on-top-at-525-billion/Estimated Local TV Revenue for MLB Teams (FanGraphs, Craig Edwards): https://blogs.fangraphs.com/lets-update-the-estimated-local-tv-revenue-for-mlb-teams/Subscribe to The Athletic at 33% off for the first year: theathletic.com/baseballshow Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The start of Spring Training is about a week away but the owners and players remain far apart in their negotiations. Royals' All-Star Whit Merrifield visits Starkville with the players perspective on what has gone wrong and what needs to be figured out. He also tells the story of his journey to the Major Leagues, what makes him a great base stealer and much more.Jayson and Doug also discuss Groundhog Day, fix the tanking problem and discuss what baseball needs to do to match the NFL's playoff drama. All that plus trivia with Padres' broadcaster Jesse Agler!Follow Jayson on Twitter: @jaysonstFollow Doug on Twitter: @dougglanvilleFollow Whit on Twitter: @WhitMerrifieldFollow Jesse Agler on Twitter: @jesseaglerFollow Mayor Tim on Twitter: @TimMMcMasterSave 33% off an annual subscription to The Athletic at theathletic.com/baseballshow Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

DVR and Keith discuss Keith's recently-released Top 100 Prospects List, focusing on the state of the rebuild in Baltimore, the Royals' path to a playoff berth with the impending arrival of Bobby Witt Jr., MJ Melendez and Nick Pratto, Seattle's continued ascent in the AL West with four current top-50 prospects, and several MLB-ready players from the list including the Cards' Nolan Gorman, the Angels' Reid Detmers, and the Rays' Vidal Bruján. Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperFollow Keith on Twitter: @keithlawSave 33% on a subscription to The Athletic by visiting theathletic.com/baseballshow Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Britt, Eno & DVR take a team-by-team look at the five clubs in the NL East in an attempt to sort out what the rest of the offseason will look like once the lockout is over. Is Freddie Freeman destined to return to Atlanta? What else should the defending World Series Champions prioritize as they prepare for 2022?The Mets have already made a ton of moves to improve this winter, what other changes are in store?Can the Phillies find outfield and bullpen help and keep pace with the frontrunners in this division?Will the Nats make a handful of small moves to bolster their big-league roster once they're able to do so, or is longer rebuild unfolding?And, could the Marlins be positioned to increase their payroll and complement their young pitching in the wake of a new TV deal last year?Follow Britt on Twitter: @Britt_GhiroliFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Yes, the owners and players made some progress in their negotiations a week ago, but the movement was minor and the sides are still far apart on almost every major talking point. Ken Rosenthal digs into that problem before opening up this week's mailbag to answer these questions from our listeners...-When will a decision be made regarding cancelling games?-Are teams currently talking trades that will be finished after lockout?-Where will Seiya Suzuki sign?-Would extra arbitration year lead to more non-tenders?-Will Bob Nutting sell the Pirates?-How does baseball get action back into the game?-Fixing MLB's blackout problem?Those questions and more! To be a part of next week's episode call the voicemail at 646-543-7072 or email [email protected] Ken on Twitter: @Ken_RosenthalFollow Tim on Twitter: @TimMMcMasterSave 33% on an annual subscription to The Athletic at theathletic.com/baseballshow Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

David Ortiz is headed to Cooperstown and who better to share great Big Papi stories than the great Peter Gammons. From a HR derby in Appleton, WI to his ejection at Fenway Park as a Twin, to all of his postseason heroics. Jayson and Doug also cover the controversy of this year's Hall of Fame vote, Doug shares his own Ortiz stories and of course we have trivia!Follow Jayson on Twitter: @jaysonstFollow Doug on Twitter: @dougglanvilleFollow Peter Gammons on Twitter: @pgammoFollow Mayor Tim on Twitter: @TimMMcMasterSave 33% off an annual subscription to The Athletic at theathletic.com/baseballshow Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

DVR, Britt & Eno take a team-by-team look at the five clubs in the AL East in an attempt to sort out what the rest of the offseason will look like once the lockout is over. Do the Rays have another move -- possibly a trade -- on the horizon to open up more playing time for their next wave of young talent?Will the Red Sox pursue a more impactful free agent if the Competitive Balance Tax threshold is significantly increased?Are the Yankees a lock to find an upgrade a shortstop?Can the Jays find one more big piece to upgrade their infield via trade or free agency?And, as the slow rebuild continues in Baltimore, will the Orioles allow their MLB-ready prospects to maximize their development time with the big club this season?Follow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow Britt on Twitter: @Britt_GhiroliFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In part 3 of Ken Rosenthal's Hall of Fame special, the results are in and Ken reacts to the election of David Ortiz to the Hall of Fame with help from FanGraphs' Jay Jaffe, and The Athletics' Jayson Stark, Britt Ghiroli and Dan Connolly. Check out all three parts of Ken's Hall of Fame special right here on The Athletic Baseball Show. You can watch the full stream here: https://youtu.be/KF8ZIo4Ia-U Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In part 2 of Ken Rosenthal's Hall of Fame special, Ken is joined by Hall of Famers Ken Griffey Junior, Jim Kaat and Jim Palmer, along with Eduardo Perez, the son of a Hall of Famer and current ESPN baseball analyst. Kaat discusses his election being well worth the wait. Palmer talks about Hall of Famers then and now. Perez has great insight into the steroid era and remembers his father getting the call. Griffey talks about David Ortiz all the way back to his Mariners days and much more. Check out all three parts of Ken's Hall of Fame special right here on The Athletic Baseball Show. You can watch the full stream here: https://youtu.be/KF8ZIo4Ia-U Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In part 1 of Ken Rosenthal's Hall of Fame special, Ken is joined by legendary baseball writer Claire Smith, former Phillies shortstop Jimmy Rollins, former Red Sox second baseman Dustin Pedroia and the son of Hall of Famer Roy Halladay, Braden Halladay. Smith explains her ballot and why she voted for 8 players including Andy Pettitte and Sammy Sosa. Rollins gets into his feelings being on the ballot for the first time. Pedroia weighs in on former teammates David Ortiz, Manny Ramirez and Curt Schilling and Braden Halladay shares stories of his father Roy who died in a plane crash in 2017. Check out all three parts of the Hall of Fame Special right here on The Athletic Baseball Show. You can watch the full stream here: https://youtu.be/KF8ZIo4Ia-U Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

DVR is joined by Will Sammon, Katie Woo, Rob Biertempfel, Sahadev Sharma and C. Trent Rosecrans to fast forward through the lockout and attempt to finish the offseason adjustments for each team in the NL Central. The Brewers quickly found a replacement for Avísail García by trading for Hunter Renfroe. Are more trades on the horizon for David Stearns once transactions can resume?The Cardinals added much needed rotation depth with Steven Matz, but is another arm a priority before the offseason is over?The Pirates still appear destined for a basement finish in the division, but can a few young starters emerge with a wide-open depth chart in Pittsburgh?Does the Cubs’ surprising addition of Marcus Stroman point to more signings via free agency?And will the Reds be able to leverage depth in their starting rotation to quietly make a run toward the playoffs in 2022?Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperFollow Will on Twitter: @WillSammonFollow Katie on Twitter: @KatieJWooFollow Rob on Twitter: @RobBiertempfelFollow Sahadev on Twitter: @SahadevSharmaFollow Trent on Twitter: @ctrentSave 33% off an annual subscription to The Athletic at theathletic.com/baseballshow Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What do you do when news about your career breaks while you're in the middle of recording a podcast? Ken explains what he did before opening up a mailbag filled with lockout and non-lockout questions:-How do GM's and front offices deal with the lockout?-Why hasn't expansion been included in lockout discussions?-Playoff expansion-What should we expect when the lockout ends?-Are baseball TV ratings up or down?-Could MLB move on from Manfred?-Baseball book suggestionsThose questions and more! To be a part of next week's episode call the voicemail at 646-543-7072 or email [email protected] Ken on Twitter: @Ken_RosenthalFollow Tim on Twitter: @TimMMcMasterSave 33% on an annual subscription to The Athletic at theathletic.com/baseballshow Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The great Charlie Manuel joins Jayson and Doug on Starkville! Charlie reminisces about his tenure as manager in Philadelphia and breaks down the Hall of Fame case for Jimmy Rollins, Ryan Howard, and Chase Utley. What makes each Phillies great a HOF candidate? Of the three, who will actually get in? Plus, a HOF pitching listener trivia question and an injury-riddled Strange But True to start 2022!Follow Jayson on Twitter: @jaysonstFollow Doug on Twitter: @dougglanvilleFollow Charlie on Twitter: @CMBaseball41Save 33% on a subscription to The Athletic by visiting: theathletic.com/baseballshow Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

DVR is joined by Keith Law to fast forward through the lockout and attempt to finish the offseason adjustments for each team in the AL Central.The White Sox are positioned as favorite to repeat as AL Central Champions -- will they make any additional upgrades before Opening Day?Can the Guardians return to the postseason if their rotation stays healthy?Are the Twins primed for a big rebound despite questions about their pitching?What else could the Royals add to supplement a wave of young talent set to arrive in 2022?And will more free-agent spending following the additions of Javier Báez and Eduardo Rodriguez in Detroit?Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperFollow Keith on Twitter: @keithlawSave 33% off an annual subscription to The Athletic at theathletic.com/baseballshow Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As the MLB lockout enters month number two, Tim McMaster and Ken Rosenthal answer your questions about the work stoppage and much more:-Would Carlos Correa accept less than ten years to join Cubs?-After finalization of his divorce, has Omar Vizquel's HOF chances improved?-What would the loss of the antitrust exemption mean for MLB?-In cases like Marcel Ozuna, why does MLB do their own investigation and not leave it to the authorities?-Will Trevor Bauer count towards the Dodgers luxury tax threshold?-Ken's top "bigger than baseball" moments?Those questions and more! To be a part of next week's episode call the voicemail at 646-543-7072 or email [email protected] Ken on Twitter: @Ken_RosenthalFollow Tim on Twitter: @TimMMcMasterSave 33% on an annual subscription to The Athletic at theathletic.com/baseballshow Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.