On Sunday, charges were announced stemming from alleged gambling misconduct involving Cleveland Guardians pitchers Emmanuel Clase and Luis L. Ortiz. Both pitchers have been charged with wire fraud conspiracy and money laundering conspiracy, among other charges, and each could face up to 65 years in prison.

On this episode of Baseball Bar-B-Cast, Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman break down all the charges and the possible suspicious in-game activity that led to them. They then discuss why this is such a sad story for both players to be involved in, and why, unfortunately, it’s become something we now have to deal with in the new era of partnerships between gambling companies and sports leagues.

Later, the guys dive into the end-of-year awards, including Jordan explaining his vote for American League Rookie of the Year, a reexamination of Aaron Judge vs. Cal Raleigh for AL MVP and their picks for who will appear on both the American and National League MVP ballots.

1:38 - The Opener: Latest on the gambling scandal
22:59 - Possible aftermath of the controversy
30:50 - Nick Kurtz named AL Rookie of the Year
41:25 - Drake Baldwin named NL Rookie of the Year
50:07 - Judge vs. Raleigh
55:05 - MVP ballot game

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When the Toronto Blue Jays went on their miracle postseason run that landed them just two outs shy of winning the World Series, very few believed they’d be in that position during the regular season. However, after falling just short of the ultimate goal, the question now remains: where do the Jays go from here?

On this episode of Baseball Bar-B-Cast, Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman are joined by Blue Jays writer for Sportsnet, Ben Nicholson-Smith, as they try to figure out how Toronto will approach free agency this offseason — including whether they’ll be able to retain star shortstop Bo Bichette as he enters free agency. They also discuss the lasting impact the Blue Jays’ World Series run will have on fans in Canada and when Ben first thought this was a team capable of making a deep postseason run.

Later, Jake and Jordan talk about the Colorado Rockies’ surprising decision to hire Paul DePodesta as their President of Baseball Operations, the San Diego Padres hiring former reliever Craig Stammen as their new manager and go over the players who received qualifying offers. They then make their picks as The Good, The Bad and The Uggla finally makes its return.

2:11 - The Opener: Blue Jays postmortem
22:46 - Where does Toronto go from here?
37:01 - We Need to Talk About: Rockies’ interesting hire
52:58 - Padres have a new manager
1:00:18 - Around the League
1:06:55 - The Good, The Bad & The Uggla

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The Los Angeles Dodgers clinched their ninth franchise championship this past Saturday and by Monday afternoon, they were celebrating their title back home with a victory parade. As the organization enjoyed its winnings with Dodgers Nation, many are left wondering how long this current dynasty will continue.

On this episode of Baseball Bar-B-Cast, Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman discuss all the excitement from the team’s victory tour and ponder whether the Commissioner’s Trophy could end up back in the City of Angels next year. They also try to make sense of the impact this Dodgers dynasty is having on the game of baseball after Dave Roberts’ remark that they were going to “ruin” the sport.

Later, Jake and Jordan examine the Gold Glove winners while trying to understand what truly determines what wins it and they review the notable players opting in and out of their contracts for the 2026 season. All this and much more on the first official offseason episode of the show.

2:12 – The Opener: Dodgers celebrate
17:08 – Final World Series thoughts
28:16 – We Need to Talk About: LA’s effect
46:38 – Around the League: Gold Gloves
52:12 – Who’s opting in & out?

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For the first time since the New York Yankees’ 90s dynasty, baseball has a back-to-back champion — and it’s the Los Angeles Dodgers. After falling into a 3–2 hole in this World Series, the Dodgers went into Toronto, won Games 6 and 7 and captured their ninth title in franchise history.

On this episode of Baseball Bar-B-Cast, Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman recap the thrilling final baseball game of the 2025 MLB season — one that featured countless twists and turns. From the Toronto Blue Jays taking an early 3–0 lead on a Bo Bichette homer to the incredible comeback that included a Miguel Rojas game-tying home run in the top of the ninth and the heroics of MVP Yoshinobu Yamamoto, Game 7 had something for every fan.

Later, Jake and Jordan share their thoughts on why — regardless of how you feel about the Dodgers — you have to give them credit for assembling the dynasty they’ve become. With so much action from Game 7 alone, this is an episode you won’t want to miss as we head into the offseason.

2:28 – The Opener: Game 7
15:21 – Scherzer departs the game
25:11 – Top of the 9th
32:48 – Yamamoto appears
47:01 – Will Smith’s go-ahead home run
56:21 – Dodgers dynasty

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The 2025 edition of the World Series has taken some serious twists and turns, including the historic 18-inning Game 3. However, what the baseball world witnessed in Game 5 was something that nobody — including the Toronto Blue Jays — could’ve possibly imagined.

On this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman talk about the incredible start from rookie Trey Yesavage, who shut down the Los Angeles Dodgers and has now put the Blue Jays within one win of their first World Series title since 1993. His historic performance, striking out 12 — a new record for a rookie pitcher in the Fall Classic — has certainly ignited the Blue Jays as the series shifts back to Toronto.

With the Blue Jays back in the driver’s seat for the first time since Game 1, the Dodgers will send out Yoshinobu Yamamoto, following his complete-game masterpiece, to try and force a Game 7. Can Kevin Gausman continue the stranglehold that Blue Jays starters have had over the past two games on the Dodgers’ offense? The guys also recap all the action from Game 4 and the incredible postseason run that Vladimir Guerrero Jr. has been on.

1:17 – The Opener: Trey Yesavage’s masterpiece
12:08 – Game 5 recap
23:09 – Recapping the action from Game 4
36:25 – Game 6 preview: Yamamoto vs. Gausman

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The Los Angeles Dodgers and Toronto Blue Jays knew that Game 3 of this World Series would be pivotal, but neither could have imagined it would take 18 innings to decide a winner. However, that’s exactly what happened, as the Dodgers pulled out a victory to take a 2-1 series lead.

On this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman recap the historic game that took place Monday into Tuesday night at Dodger Stadium, which featured Shohei Ohtani’s incredible night at the plate and Freddie Freeman’s walk-off home run in the 18th inning. They also give props to both bullpens — with Clayton Kershaw playing a key role in extras, Will Klein’s superhuman performance and the Blue Jays’ staff giving it everything they had.

Later in the episode, Jake and Jordan preview a must-win Game 4 for the Jays, set to take place Tuesday night in L.A. With Shohei Ohtani set to take on Shane Bieber, what condition will both teams be in following their 18-inning marathon? Will the Blue Jays draw even in the series, or will the Dodgers take a commanding 3-1 lead?

2:57 – The Opener: Game 3 recap
11:54 – Max Scherzer’s start
16:11 – George Springer’s injury
24:35 – Shohei Ohtani takes advantage
40:15 – Freddie Freeman walks off
48:35 – What to expect in Game 4

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The 2025 edition of the World Series got off to a raucous start after the Toronto Blue Jays took Game 1 with an offensive blitz, leaving everyone wondering if this could be the year the Commissioner's Trophy lands in Canada. However, Yoshinobu Yamamoto put those early thoughts to rest with his Game 2 gem that helped the Los Angeles Dodgers even the series at a game apiece. With the Fall Classic now shifting to Dodger Stadium, the question is whether both teams will be returning to Toronto before a champion is crowned.

On this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman recap all the action from the first two games, including the Blue Jays’ impressive offensive onslaught in Game 1 — highlighted by the first-ever pinch-hit grand slam in World Series history. They also discuss the complete-game shutout from Yamamoto in Game 2 that has helped establish him as one of the best pitchers in all of baseball.

Later in the episode, Jake and Jordan preview what to expect from Game 3 in L.A., with Tyler Glasnow taking on Max Scherzer to see who will go up 2–1 in the series. The guys also discuss the San Francisco Giants hiring Tony Vitello as their new manager and why it’s such an out-of-the-box move.

1:44 – The Opener: Yamamoto’s Game 2 gem
8:49 – Recapping Dodgers’ victory
20:54 – Game 1 recap
32:28 – Addison Barger sleeps on the couch
38:14 – World Series Game 3 preview
43:31 – Giants hire Tony Vitello

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When the Toronto Blue Jays defeated the Seattle Mariners this past Monday night, they punched their ticket to their first Fall Classic since 1993. Game 7 delivered everything a baseball fan could want, including George Springer’s go-ahead three-run home run — the difference-maker that will live forever in Toronto sports history.

Now, they face off against the defending champions, the Los Angeles Dodgers.

On this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman recap all the action from the thrilling and heartbreaking ALCS finale that saw the Mariners fall just short — once again — of their first World Series appearance. Is the championship window closing for this Mariners core or can they find a way back next season?

Also in this episode, Jake and Jordan give a full preview of the 2025 World Series. They break down how both teams got here, compare each position group and share their predictions on who might have the edge. Finally, they highlight the biggest narratives they'll be watching during the Fall Classic.

1:54 – The Opener: ALCS Game 7 Recap
18:29 – How Both Teams Got to the World Series
24:38 – Who Has the Edge at Each Position?
41:46 – Will Ohtani Have a Better Series Than Springer?
51:43 – Key Narratives for the Fall Classic

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When Shohei Ohtani hit the 50-50 milestone last season in Miami, many thought it was one of the greatest single performances in baseball history. Little did they know, Ohtani would go on to deliver an even more impressive feat in a series-clinching game that sent his Los Angeles Dodgers back to the World Series, just one year after winning the Commissioner’s Trophy.

On this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman break down what might be the most impressive game ever played in baseball, in which Ohtani pitched six shutout innings, struck out ten, allowed zero earned runs, and hit three home runs en route to the Dodgers clinching the National League pennant. Then the guys talk about the Milwaukee Brewers’ unfortunate showing against a juggernaut like the Dodgers.

Also in this episode, Jake and Jordan preview the upcoming Game 7 that will decide the ALCS between the Toronto Blue Jays and the Seattle Mariners. Will the Jays ride the hot bat of Vladimir Guerrero Jr. to their first World Series since 1993 or can the M’s win their first-ever American League title and finally reach the Fall Classic? The show wraps up with a discussion about College World Series champion manager Tony Vitello possibly joining the San Francisco Giants next season.

1:55 – The Opener: Ohtani’s amazing game
14:45 – Dodgers win the NL pennant
22:51 – Where we stand in the ALCS
38:39 – Game 7 preview
43:52 – We Need to Talk About: Tony V to MLB?

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The Los Angeles Dodgers defeated the Milwaukee Brewers on Thursday night and are now just one win away from repeating as National League champions, with hopes of back-to-back World Series titles in their sight. The Brew Crew will need to channel some of the 2004 Boston Red Sox magic to overcome their 0–3 deficit but it won’t be easy, especially considering who they’ll be facing in Game 4.

On this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman discuss yet another stellar pitching performance from the Dodgers, with their staff allowing only one run in Game 3. With Shohei Ohtani set to take the mound in a potential closeout game on Friday night, can the Brewers begin arguably the biggest comeback in MLB postseason history?

Also on this episode, Jake and Jordan cover how the Toronto Blue Jays gave the Seattle Mariners a taste of their own medicine by winning two straight games at T-Mobile Park, evening the ALCS at two games apiece. With the series now set to return to Toronto after Game 5 in Seattle, is tomorrow night a must-win for the Mariners? The guys also recap key takeaways from the 2025 postmortem press conferences held by the New York Yankees and Philadelphia Phillies.

1:39 – The Opener: Dodgers are one win away

12:52 – Who will be NLCS MVP?

16:43 – Blue Jays even up ALCS

21:09 – Max Scherzer turns back the clock

35:12 – Humpy update + ALCS Game 5 preview

44:17 – Yankees & Phillies make news in press conferences

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