In the newest episode of Batting Practice, Josh and Jacob tackle one of the leading questions of 2026. Shohei Ohtani has arguably been the best pitcher in baseball, but in turn we have seen his offensive stats slide a bit. Do you think he has focused more on pitching? Has the league finally (somewhat) figured him out? Let us know! They also mention two struggling teams, the Cubs who have now slid all the way down to 3rd place, and the Tigers, the favorite to win the AL Central, currently sitting in last. What is wrong with these two powerhouse teams from last year?

The NL Central rivalry is alive and well.This week on the Milwaukee Brewers edition of Batting Practice, we break down the massive Brewers-Cubs series at Wrigley, the Brewers’ recent hot streak, and whether this team is finally turning the corner offensively.We talk:Jacob Misiorowski’s electric startWhy the Brewers lineup may finally be clickingConcerns about the bullpenThe battle for the NL Central crownJoey Ortiz strugglesProspect call-up possibilitiesCubs fans at WrigleyAnd of course… another chaotic Pickle segmentPlus, Andrew heads into enemy territory at Wrigley Field surrounded by Cubs fans while the Brewers try to make a statement in Chicago.Is this officially a two-team race between the Brewers and Cubs?Listen now and get in the game. ⚾#MLB #Brewers #Cubs #BaseballPodcast #NL Central #MilwaukeeBrewers #ChicagoCubs #WrigleyField #BaseballTalk #BattingPracticePodcast

The MLB season is heating up and we’re asking the biggest question in baseball right now…Which teams are LEGIT… and which teams are FRAUDS? 👀This week on Batting Practice, we break down:⚾ The Cubs’ hot start and World Series odds⚾ Why the Braves might still be the best team in baseball⚾ The Brewers sweeping the Yankees⚾ Are the Rays for real in the AL East?⚾ The surprising Athletics season so far⚾ Padres, Phillies, Mets, Tigers and morePlus:🔥 Division-by-division playoff talk🔥 World Series odds reactions🔥 White Sox and Brewers updates🔥 This week’s Pickle challengeDrop your thoughts in the comments:Which MLB team do YOU think is the biggest fraud so far this season?#MLB #ChicagoCubs #BaseballPodcast #Braves #Brewers #Yankees #Padres #Rays #Athletics #MLBPodcast

The American League is off to a subarashii start—and we’re breaking it all down. From surprising White Sox momentum to big questions around the Royals and Bobby Witt Jr., we dive into what’s real, what’s noise, and what could shape the division races. Are the AL Central and West already trending toward chaos, or is it too early to judge? Plus, Rookie of the Year chatter, breakout arms, and why finishing strong might matter more than starting hot. It’s only May—but the narratives are already formingUse my Sorare sign-up link for $50 in credit toward building the fantasy team of your dreams!!🧢 https://sorare.pxf.io/batting-practiceMake sure to check out our podcast: 🧢 https://open.spotify.com/show/5d4zze7iN7pLjR9dTtVmkCWe cover MLB, NBA, and soccer and love debating the ins and outs of fantasy sports with a focus on the platform Sorare! Check out our other socials!🧢 Twitter- https://twitter.com/batpracticepod🧢 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/battingpracticepod1~ Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@battingpracticepod#AmericanLeague #ALCentral #ALWest #MLBAnalysis #MLBTalk #baseballtalk

In this episode of Batting Practice, we break down one of the wildest starts to an MLB season in recent memory. From the electric Mexico City series to shocking early struggles from teams like the Mets and Phillies, nothing is going as expected.We dive into:The Reds’ hot start and breakout performancesCubs and Pirates making noise in the NL CentralWhy the Brewers shouldn’t panic (yet)Red Sox dysfunction and AL East chaosWhere MLB should take international games nextPlus, we debate whether early-season slumps actually matter… or if baseball fans just love overreacting.#baseball #podcast #sports #shorts #mlb

The Mets have lost 11 straight — is it time to panic? Josh, Jacob, and Andrew break down MLB's biggest storylines 22 games in.

Only one team in MLB history has ever made the playoffs after an 11-game losing streak (the 1951 New York Giants — who don't even exist anymore). With Juan Soto hurt, Marcus Semien hitting below the Mendoza line on $26 million, and the pitching staff unraveling, are the Mets cooked? Andrew, who witnessed loss number 10 in person, makes the case they can still turn it around.

We also get into:

• Munetaka Murakami leading AL Rookie of the Year odds while hitting .208 (8 of his 15 hits are home runs)
• Jacob Miserowski leading all of MLB in strikeouts
• Mason Miller's 33-inning scoreless streak and why 20-to-1 Cy Young odds might be a steal
• Shohei Ohtani sneaking onto the Cy Young list — again
• Which last-place team should actually panic: Mets, Astros, Blue Jays, or Red Sox?
• Are the Reds and Cardinals for real in the NL Central?
• Would the Brewers take Devin Williams back?

Plus: the viral Twins-fan groomsmen story, Rory McIlroy love, and this week's Pickle.

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In this week’s episode of Batting Practice, we break down the biggest surprises from the first 10% of the 2026 MLB season. The guys react to the shocking hot starts from teams like the Pittsburgh Pirates, St. Louis Cardinals, and Minnesota Twins, while also diving into the early struggles of the Houston Astros, New York Yankees, and Seattle Mariners.We cover breakout performances from Jordan Walker, O’Neil Cruz, Joey Wiemer, and Mason Miller, plus disappointing starts from stars like Cal Raleigh, Fernando Tatis Jr., and Cedric Mullins. Are these trends real—or just April baseball chaos?⚾ Topics Covered:Pittsburgh Pirates leading the NL CentralJordan Walker’s breakout season with the CardinalsAstros’ pitching disaster and AL West surprisesYankees’ five-game skidPadres thriving despite Tatis slumpEarly MLB overreactions: what’s real and what’s not🎙️ Subscribe to Batting Practice for weekly MLB analysis, baseball debates, breakout players, and season storylines all year long.#MLB2026 #BaseballPodcast #BattingPractice #MLBOverreactions #PiratesBaseball #JordanWalker #MLBNewsUse my Sorare sign-up link for $50 in credit toward building the fantasy team of your dreams!!🧢 https://sorare.pxf.io/batting-practiceMake sure to check out our podcast: 🧢 https://open.spotify.com/show/5d4zze7iN7pLjR9dTtVmkCWe cover MLB, NBA, and soccer and love debating the ins and outs of fantasy sports with a focus on the platform Sorare! Check out our other socials!🧢 Twitter- https://twitter.com/batpracticepod🧢 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/battingpracticepod1~ Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@battingpracticepod

In this episode of Batting Practice, we break down the biggest MLB early season overreactions from the first week of the 2026 season.Are the Yankees already the best team in baseball? Should we be worried about the Red Sox, Blue Jays, and Orioles? And which teams are surprising everyone so far?We dive into the AL East chaos, early season struggles, breakout performances, and what it all could mean moving forward.Topics covered:MLB early season overreactions 2026Yankees hot start and AL East analysisRed Sox, Blue Jays, and Orioles concernsSurprise teams and playersToo early predictions for the 2026 MLB seasonIf you enjoy baseball talk, MLB predictions, and weekly reactions, make sure to subscribe for new episodes every week.#MLB #BaseballPodcast #MLB2026 #Yankees #ALEast

MLB is officially back, and opening weekend did not disappoint. In this episode of Batting Practice, we break down the biggest storylines from the first few games of the 2026 season.We dive into Munetaka Murakami’s insane start and whether the hype is already justified, plus early overreactions across the league — from surprising teams to slow starts and everything in between. We also discuss the new ABS (Automated Ball-Strike) challenge system and how it’s already impacting games more than expected.On top of that, we touch on fantasy baseball and Sorare strategy, including players we’re targeting early and how to think about buying low vs. chasing hot starts.It’s only week one, but there’s already a lot to unpack.Topics Covered:MLB Opening Weekend RecapMunetaka Murakami breakout discussionBiggest early-season overreactionsABS challenge system (robot ump) impactFantasy baseball & Sorare strategyTeams to watch early in the 2026 seasonSubscribe for weekly MLB analysis, predictions, and fantasy insights.Use my Sorare sign-up link for $50 in credit toward building the fantasy team of your dreams!!🧢 https://sorare.pxf.io/batting-practiceMake sure to check out our podcast: 🧢 https://open.spotify.com/show/5d4zze7iN7pLjR9dTtVmkCWe cover MLB, NBA, and soccer and love debating the ins and outs of fantasy sports with a focus on the platform Sorare! Check out our other socials!🧢 Twitter- https://twitter.com/batpracticepod🧢 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/battingpracticepod1~ Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@battingpracticepod#baseball #podcast #sports #shorts #mlb

Opening Day is here and we’re going ALL IN on our 2026 MLB predictions. From MVP and Cy Young to Rookie of the Year, breakout stars, busts, and World Series picks — nothing is off limits.We debate Shohei Ohtani vs the field, call our shots on surprise teams, and lock in bold predictions (some might age horribly). Plus, a punishment is on the line 👀If you love baseball debates, betting angles, and hot takes — this is the episode for you.Use my Sorare sign-up link for $50 in credit toward building the fantasy team of your dreams!!🧢 https://sorare.pxf.io/batting-practiceMake sure to check out our podcast: 🧢 https://open.spotify.com/show/5d4zze7iN7pLjR9dTtVmkCWe cover MLB, NBA, and soccer and love debating the ins and outs of fantasy sports with a focus on the platform Sorare! Check out our other socials!🧢 Twitter- https://twitter.com/batpracticepod🧢 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/battingpracticepod1~ Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@battingpracticepod#baseball #podcast #sports #shorts #mlb