Jesse Rogers and Alden Gonzalez join Buster to discuss MLB’s study on pitching injuries, how chasing pitches in the offseason is a big problem, players and teams benefitting from the current system, and who can drive change on this issue. Then, Jesse evaluates the Cubs trading Cody Bellinger to the Yankees and trading for Kyle Tucker from the Astros. Next, Alden talks about Brian Cashman’s successful post-Juan Soto pivot, the Braves needing a starter, if the Mariners will trade Luis Castillo for offensive help, the Dodgers’ offseason strategy, the Padres getting creative, and the Yankees still needing lineup protection for Aaron Judge.

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Jesse Rogers, David Schoenfield and Buster discuss what (other than money) motivated Juan Soto to sign with the Mets, Soto's opportunity to be the greatest Met ever, whether there was friction between Soto and other Yankee players, the Red Sox trading for Garrett Crochet, Alex Bregman's success at Fenway Park, the Orioles remaining oddly quiet, and where Cody Bellinger, Kyle Tucker and Bregman will begin the 2025 season.

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4:38 Jesse Rogers & David Schoenfield

34:37 Bleacher Tweets

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Hembo and Buster discuss why Hembo thinks Juan Soto is not overpaid, why he doesn’t love the Yankees signing Max Fried, the Blue Jays trading for Andres Gimenez, the Cubs bizarrely fielding offers for Saya Suzuki and Cody Bellinger, and likely destinations for Nolan Arenado. Then, Jorge Castillo talks about the Yankees’ starting rotation, who could be traded from that rotation, a need at first base, the Mets looking for a starting pitcher, and why the Red Sox may have to go all-in on Corbin Burnes.

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3:12 Hembo

19:14 Jorge Castillo

30:55 Bleacher Tweets

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Alden Gonzalez and Buster discuss whether the Astros will sign Alex Bregman or Kyle Tucker long term, the Yankees and Red Sox are competing for the same guys over the next few weeks, and the Blue Jays’ championship window fizzling. Then, ESPN exec and "Til Death Do Us Part" Mets fan Pete McConville stops by share his reaction to the Juan Soto signing and why he's ready to be a part of the new Evil Empire.

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2:06 Alden Gonzalez

21:52 Headlines & Highlights

24:11 Mets fan Pete McConville

31:23 Bleacher Tweets

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Jeff Passan and Buster react to Juan Soto signing a 15-year, $765 million deal with the New York Mets. The guys discuss the power of Steve Cohen’s bank account, Cohen becoming what the other owners feared, the Yankees missing out on Soto, Shohei Ohtani’s contract looking like a bargain, if Alex Bregman could make it as a Yankee, the litmus test for Boston and feeling bad for Toronto. Then, Eduardo Pérez stops by to talk about Cohen securing his Picasso in right field, how Soto and Lindor will mesh, and how Soto’s departure could impact Aaron Judge in the Yankee lineup. Plus, Eduardo on Dave “The Cobra” Parker and Dick Allen’s selection for the Hall of Fame. Later, Buster rifles through more signings, including additions to the Orioles.

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2:15 Jeff Passan

26:11 Eduardo Pérez

40:43 Buster on those other signings

43:22 Bleacher Tweets

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Hembo and Buster discuss the Golden Swing and why Hembo thinks it’s the worst idea since Adam ate the apple. Plus, Hembo on Willy Adames or Alex Bregman, if Corbin Burnes being overvalued; the best bargain on the starting pitching market and his BBWAA HOF ballot. Then, Eric Hosmer talks about how much Juan Soto will score in free agency and which Royals player he called first when he left Kansas City. Next, Jorge Castillo on the Dodgers signing Blake Snell and extending Tommy Edmond, and the Angels’ flurry of activity. Finally, Sarah Langs plays The Numbers Game and shares her thoughts on Brandon Crawford’s retirement.

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6:34 Hembo

21:59 Eric Hosmer

34:36 Jorge Castillo

47:32 Sarah Langs

54:20 Bleacher Tweets

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Giants GM Buster Posey joins the show for the first ever podcast meeting of two Busters. Then, Buster shares his thoughts on Joe Kelly and Chris Taylor trashing the Yankees after winning the World Series. Next, Jeff Passan shares the latest on the Yankees, Mets and Red Sox pitching Juan Soto, and why the Orioles are moving Camden Yards’ left field wall again. Plus, Astros GM Dana Brown on where the Astros are in talks with Alex Bregman, Justin Verlander and Kyle Tucker. Later, The Tampa Bay Times Marc Topkin has the latest on what the heck is going on with the Rays ballpark situation after The Trop was destroyed. 

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5:34 Giants GM Buster Posey

18:17 Buster on Joe Kelly & Chris Taylor

22:21 Jeff Passan

39:06 Astros GM Dana Brown

49:48 Marc Topkin

56:17 Bleacher Tweets

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Hembo and Buster discuss why Roki Sasaki will be baseball’s biggest bargain, why Boston is the best place for Juan Soto to play, Christian Walker flying under the radar, Dick Allen’s air-tight Hall of Fame case, and banging the drum for Ichiro Suzuki’s unanimously being elected to the Hall of Fame. Then, Seattle Mariners GM Jerry Dipoto stops by to talk about becoming a first-time grandfather, improving the infield, avoiding a slow start for Julio Rodriguez, and GM scouting reports on A.J. Preller and Dave Dombrowski. Next, Chicago Cubs GM Carter Hawkins chats with Buster about meeting with agents during free agency, the focus of the Cubs offseason and the improvement of Pete Crow-Armstrong. Later, Jesse Rogers on the Yankees potentially matching any offer to Soto, which teams are interested in trading for Garrett Crochet, the Phillies possibly being aggressive this offseason, Corbin Burnes, the Blue Jays looking for lineup balance, and the Cardinals moving Wilson Contreras to 1B.

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5:01 Hembo

17:32 Seattle Mariners GM Jerry Dipoto

31:50 Chicago Cubs GM Carter Hawkins

43:14 Jesse Rogers

1:00:54 Bleacher Tweets

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Jeff Passan and Buster discuss Gerrit Cole sticking with the Yankees, the Orioles’ offseason opportunity, if Garrett Crochet will be traded, why Buster thinks the Mets will win the winter, and what the Phillies and Braves could be up to. Then, Alden Gonzalez and Jorge Castillo stop by to talk about the Dodgers getting their victory parade, Clayton Kershaw being overcome by emotion, where Roki Sasaki will land, and their guesses on where Juan Soto and for how much.

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5:17 Jeff Passan

23:35 Alden Gonzalez & Jorge Castillo

44:08 Bleacher Tweets

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Hembo and Buster discuss their thoughts about the Dodgers defeating the Yankees in the 2024 World Series, two days removed from the contest. They discuss the narrative around New York following the loss, if the Dodger can turn this into a dynasty, why re-signing Juan Soto must be the Yankees' No. 1 priority this offseason and how much money Walker Buehler made through his postseason performance. Then, Todd Radom stops by to put a bow on the Ballpark & Beyond series for this season, and share his experiences from attending Game 5. Later, Sarah Langs laments the lack of baseball and plays The Numbers Game. Plus, the podcast closes out the 2024 MLB season with Bart Giamatti's annual reading of "Green Fields of the Mind."

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4:34 Hembo

26:53 Todd Radom

34:52 Sarah Langs

45:27 Bleacher Tweets

53:58 Green Fields of the Mind

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