Hembo and Buster review the offseason and discuss which team had the most surprising offseason, which signing they can’t wrap their heads around, which team will squander its rotation and which team threaded the needle perfectly. Then, Kansas City Royals first baseman Vinnie Pasquantino stops by to talk about the importance of reaching out to fans, staying positive on social media, and his wide-ranging thoughts on the ABS System. Plus, Vinnie has a Buster-induced epiphany. 

CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460

EMAIL THE SHOW: [email protected]

REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS

6:21 Hembo

24:59 Vinnie Pasquantino

41:39 Bleacher Tweets

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jeff Passan and Buster discuss the breakdown in negotiations between the Blue Jays and Vladimir Guerrero Jr., what the Blue Jays should do next and how this is similar to the Angels’ handling of Shohei Ohtani. Plus, Rafael Devers doesn’t want to leave third base with Alex Bregman in the picture and Giancarlo Stanton has double tennis elbow. Then, Kiley McDaniel stops by to talk more about the stark outlook for Toronto, the Red Sox prospects set to emerge, and Kiley’s top five prospects going into 2025.

CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460

EMAIL THE SHOW: [email protected]

REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS

5:13 Jeff Passan

25:38 Kiley McDaniel

48:17 Bleacher Tweets

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tim Kurkjian and Buster discuss Tim’s admittance into the Strat-O-Matic Hall of Fame, their top pitchers in baseball, which teams Tim’s most excited to see in Spring Training and what the heck are the Cubs doing? Then, AL Cy Young winner Tarik Skubal stops by to talk about his offseason, how he’s preparing for 2025, meeting his favorite NBA player, and going on the Michigan sports circuit. Later, Sarah Langs plays The Numbers Game.

CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460

EMAIL THE SHOW: [email protected]

REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS

3:41 Tim Kurkjian

23:30 Tarik Skubal

36:20 Sarah Langs

43:45 Bleacher Tweets

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jorge Castillo is at Yankees Spring Training, chatting with Buster about coming into camp after opting out and then back into his deal, their reactions to Alex Bregman signing with the Red Sox, an awkward situation with Marcus Stroman, the biggest question for the Mets, and if another team in the NL West can challenge the Dodgers. Then, Alden Gonzalez is at Dodgers Spring Training, talking to Buster about how the Dodgers are going about their business to start the spring, Nick Pivetta signing an interesting contract with the Padres, why Alden was surprised by the Bregman signing, and if we’ll ever see Anthony Rendon play for the Angels again.

CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460

EMAIL THE SHOW: [email protected]

REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS

5:47 Jorge Castillo

21:43 Alden Gonzalez

37:54 Bleacher Tweets

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Los Angeles Dodgers manager and World Series Champion Dave Roberts joins Buster to discuss the talk of legacy in his clubhouse, what different about him after managing the Dodgers for a decade, Shohei Ohtani’s physical status, looking forward to watching Roki Sasaki, and the biggest compliment the organization can get. Then, Yankees manager Aaron Boone hops on to talk about the Philadelphia Eagles winning a Super Bowl, what’s different about this year’s team compared to last (aside from that Juan Soto guy), how Aaron Judge handled the failures of last season, and the status of Boone’s contract in New York. Then, veteran Kevin Pillar on finding freedom at the end of his career, not worrying about what’s next and looking for a new team.

CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460

EMAIL THE SHOW: [email protected]

REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS

7:46 Dave Roberts

24:33 Aaron Boone

36:52 Kevin Pillar

58:20 Bleacher Tweets

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hembo and Buster discuss interesting win totals for the St. Louis Cardinals and the Cincinnati Reds, Hembo’s five most regrettable trades since 2000, the Tampa Bay Rays appearing decent on paper heading into Spring Training, what the Blue Jays should offer Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and which team Alex Bregman should avoid. Then, Jesse Rogers talks about all of Bregman’s options, the Houston Astros moving swiftly to replace Bregman, why the Detroit Tigers would be a good fit, the Dansby Swanson piece, the latest no news on Pete Alonso, and why Jesse likes the Sacramento A’s in 2025.

CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460

EMAIL THE SHOW: [email protected]

REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS

6:07 Hembo

29:13 Jesse Rogers

43:49 Bleacher Tweets

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jorge Castillo and Buster discuss the Yankees' offseason moves after missing on Juan Soto, Hal Steinbrenner's comments about the Dodgers, Steve Cohen's transparency at Amazin' Day, the Padres listening to offers on Michael King and Dylan Cease, and their thoughts on Alex Bregman. Then, Sacramento A's outfielder Brent Rooker stops by to talk about his new contract, his favorite Rickey Henderson story, establishing his career, his best at-bats, and who has the nastiest pitch in the league. Later, Bobby Bonilla talks about a day that's grown bigger than his birthday, and why he thinks Barry Bonds should be in the Hall of Fame. Finally, Sarah Langs plays The Numbers Game.

CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460

EMAIL THE SHOW: [email protected]

REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS

3:42 Jorge Castillo

26:49 Brent Rooker

41:16 Bobby Bonilla

54:53 Sarah Langs

1:02:47 Bleacher Tweets

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tim Kurkjian, David Schoenfield and Buster discuss the 2025 Baseball Hall of Fame class that includes Ichiro Suzuki, CC Sabathia and Billy Wagner. Plus, who are the non-inductees that won and lost, and the Blue Jays press ahead to sign Anthony Santander. Then, Hembo talks about whether we should be outraged by Hall of Fame voters not sharing and defending their ballots, the Dodgers’ opportunity this season, and which among the remaining free agents is the best value on the board.

CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460

EMAIL THE SHOW: [email protected]

REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS

4:23 Tim Kurkjian & David Schoenfield

29:55 Hembo

49:08 Bleacher Tweets

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alden Gonzalez and Buster discuss the Los Angeles Dodgers signing Roki Sasaki, what the Dodgers are getting in Sasaki, a big blow for the Padres, who’s mad about the Sasaki signing with the Dodgers, and whose anger over the signing is valid? 

CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460

EMAIL THE SHOW: [email protected]

REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS

4:54 Alden Gonzalez

22:31 Bleacher Tweets

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tim Kurkjian, Dave Schoenfield and Buster discuss the passing of Brewers broadcaster Bob Uecker, the Mets growing impatient with Pete Alonso, feedback from Roki Saski’s meetings, and which team is confusing them the most. Then, Hembo on his air-tight Hall of Fame case for Andruw Jones, why the Orioles should chase Pablo López and a surprise team he sees emerging. 

CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460

EMAIL THE SHOW: [email protected]

REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS

8:33 Tim Kurkjian & David Schoenfield

32:04 Hembo

35:04 Part of Bob Ueker's HOF speech

49:19 Bleacher Tweets

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices