Cards & Categories

In our 138th episode, Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer discuss the latest bout of injuries and callups impacting our fantasy teams before discussing cards to place in the pod PC for the April 2026 Players of the Month Award Winners.

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Links to things discussed in the pod:

• Tarik Skubal has loose bodies removed from pitching elbow
• Braves re-add Spencer Strider, send Ronald Acuna Jr to IL with hammy strain
• Lumbar disc herniation fells Luis Robert Jr
• Joe Ryan departs latest start with elbow issue
• Brandon Woodruff departs with diminished velo, lands on IL with shoulder inflammation
• Elbow inflammation sends Ryan Helsley to IL
• Ryan Pepiot undergoes season-ending surgery on hip
• Anthony Volpe completes rehab, sent to Triple-A
• Giants bringing Bryce Eldridge and Jesus Rodriguez to big leagues
• Trey Gibson makes MLB debut with O’s
• Red Sox promote Jake Bennett
• Joe Mack promoted in Miami, Agustin Ramirez sent down

Upcoming baseball card release schedule:

• May 13: 2026 Bowman
• May 27: 2026 Panini Donruss
• June 4: 2025 Topps Chrome Platinum ‘55
• June 17: 2026 Donruss Elite
• TBD: 2026 Topps Series 2 (preorder May 11)
• TBD: 2025 Topps Inception (preorder May 18)
• TBD: 2026 Topps Dynasty (preorder May 11)

APRIL POTM PC (48:35) (link to related Razzball post)

April Players of the Month

Pod PC List

• Yordan Alvarez
  • M: 2020 Topps Stadium Club Chrome #69 refractor
  • J: 2020 Topps Dynasty Rookie Patch Auto /10
• Ildemaro Vargas
  • M: 2018 Topps Gallery #81 auto
  • J: 2018 Topps Update Clear Acetate /10 #US114
• Jose Soriano
  • M: 2024 Topps Big League #74
  • J: 2023 Choice Rocket City Trash Pandas #20 
• Shohei Ohtani
  • M: 2026 Topps Series 1 #T91-100 blue parallel #/150
  • J: 2018 Topps Series 2 SSP - Hand On Helmet Rookie #700
• Kevin McGonigle
  • M: 2025 Topps Pro Debut #STAR-8 Stars of MILB insert
  • J: 2025 1st Bowman Sapphire Auto Orange/25 
• Sal Stewart
  • M: 2024 Choice Dayton Dragons #26
  • J: 2022 Leaf Trinity Jumbo Patch Auto /99

In our 137th episode, Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer discuss the omnibus of MLB firings, promotions, and injuries over the last week before analyzing some prospects outside of The Itch's preseason Top 100 that are off to booming starts.

You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at [email protected].

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Links to things discussed in the pod:

• Red Sox clear house, fire majority of coaching staff
• Rob Thomson relieved of duties in Philadelphia
• Guardians promote Travis Bazzana
• Payton Tolle rejoins the big league rotation
• JR Ritchie makes MLB debut
• Twins bring up Connor Prielipp from Triple-A
• Yankees recall Elmer Rodriguez
• Yankees shelve Giancarlo Stanton with calf strain, recall Jasson Dominguez
• Garrett Crochet placed on IL with shoulder inflammation
• Francisco Lindor sent to IL with calf strain, to miss “decent amount” of time
• Wyatt Langford nursing flexor strain on IL
• Oblique strain fells Eugenio Suarez
• Phillies place J.T. Realmuto on IL
• Angels DFA Jordan Romano

Upcoming baseball card release schedule:

• April 29: 2026 Topps Chrome Black 
• April 29: 2025 Topps Definitive
• May 13: 2026 Bowman
• May 27: 2026 Panini Donruss
• June 17: 2026 Donruss Elite
• TBD: 2025 Topps Chrome Platinum ‘55 (preorder May 5)
• TBD: 2026 Topps Series 2 (preorder May 11)
• TBD: 2026 Topps Dynasty (preorder May 4)

Under The Radar Prospects (1:01:11)

Hitters

• Pedro Ramirez, 2B/3B, CHC
• Luis Lara, OF, MIL
• James Tibbs III, 1B/OF, LAD
• Theo Gillian, OF, TB

Pitchers

• Anthony Eyanson, BOS
• Patrick Copen, LAD
• Wei-En Lin, ATH

In our 136th episode, Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer discuss some callups and injury returnees before diving into a new batch of banged up players. Then we analyze slow starters to determine if the players in question can turn around their seasons.

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Links to things discussed in the pod:

• It’s Didier Fuentes time
• Zack Wheeler scheduled to return this weekend
• Edwin Diaz set to miss multiple months with surgery to remove loose bodies in elbow
• Jhoan Duran dealing with “minor” oblique strain, placed on IL
• Shoulder injury sends Raisel Iglesias to IL
• Mick Abel batting elbow soreness
• Mike's piece on Mick Abel and ratios implosions
• Sonny Gray strains hammy in Patriots’ Day tilt
• Groin strain fells Brendan Donovan
• Jorge Polanco to IL with wrist issue
• Padres ink Lucas Giolito to one-year deal

Upcoming baseball card release schedule:

• April 29: 2026 Topps Chrome Black 
• April 29: 2025 Topps Definitive
• May 13: 2026 Bowman
• May 27: 2026 Panini Donruss
• June 17: 2026 Donruss Elite
• TBD: 2025 Topps Chrome Platinum ‘55

Are These Poor Starts Real? (43:10)

Razzball YTD Player Rater

Hitters

• Josh Naylor (SEA)
• Michael Busch (CHC)
• Caleb Durbin (BOS)
• Jac Caglianone (KCR)
• Vinnie Pasquantuno (KCR)

Pitchers

• Jesus Luzardo (PHI)
• Devin Williams (NYM)
• Shane Baz (BAL)

In our 135th episode, Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer cover the plethora of new MLB injuries along with a few promotions before analyzing players off to hot starts to determine if the production is sustainable.

You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at [email protected].

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Links to things discussed in the pod:

• Noah Schultz promotion and Tuesday debut
• White Sox call up Sam Antonacci
• Christian Yelich likely out a month due to groin injury
• Brent Rooker felled by oblique strain
• Nick Pivetta put on IL with elbow stiffness
• Bradley Woodrum’s piece pitcher velocity trends
• Astros going through it - Jeremy Pena, Tatsuya Imai, Jake Meyers, and Cristian Javier all placed on IL
• George Springer breaks left big toe, Toronto calls upon Eloy Jimenez
• Lenyn Sosa dealt to the ailing Blue Jays
• Adley Rutschman finds way to IL with left ankle issue
• Ryan Mountcastle lands on 60-day IL with broken foot
• O’s add Christian Encarnacion-Strand after he was DFA-ed by Reds
• Noelvi Marte jettisoned to Triple-A
• Parker Meadows injured in outfield collision, lands on 60-day IL, Tigers add Yonel Curet with extra roster spot
• Gabriel Moreno’s oblique issue sends him to IL
• In a shocker, Royce Lewis finds way to IL with left knee sprain
• TOMMY PHAM TOMMY PHAM TOMMY PHAM

Upcoming baseball card release schedule:

• April 29: 2026 Topps Chrome Black 
• May 13: 2026 Bowman
• May 27: 2026 Panini Donruss
• TBD: 2025 Topps Chrome Platinum ‘55

Are These Players Real? (52:30)

• Razzball YTD Player Rater
• Hitters
  • Jordan Walker (STL)
  • Oneil Cruz (PIT)
  • Mauricio Dubon (ATL)
  • Dominic Smith (ATL)
• Pitchers
  • Jose Soriano (LAA)
  • Taj Bradley (MIN)
  • Emerson Hancock (SEA)

In our 134th episode, Mike Couillard is joined by resident doctor (but not really a doctor) Keelin Billue to discuss how to navigate the rash of injuries facing our fantasy squads plus some requisite White Sox chat.

You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at [email protected].

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Links to things discussed in the pod:

• Link to Keelin’s work on Razzball
• Shane Smith optioned to Triple-A
• Austin Hays strains hammy, Dustin Harris promoted
• Brooks Baldwin out for season due to internal brace surgery on elbow
• Calf strain forces Juan Soto to IL
• Hunter Brown shelved with shoulder injury
• Mookie Betts strains oblique, hits IL
• Alejandro Kirk breaks thumb, has surgery, out six-ish weeks
• Cade Horton slated for season-ending UCL surgery
• Zach Eflin succumbs to elbow discomfort
• Johan Oviedo dealing with flexor strain

Upcoming baseball card release schedule:

• April 1: 2025 Topps Transcendent
• April 3: 2026 Panini USA Baseball
• April 29: 2026 Panini Donruss
• TBD: 2025 Topps Chrome Platinum ‘55
• TBD: 2026 Bowman

In our 133rd episode, Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer cover the latest happenings in MLB impacting fantasy teams before diving into players to invest in for both card collecting and dynasty formats.

You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at [email protected].

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Links to things discussed in the pod:

• C.B. Bucknor’s tumultuous first week of 2026
• MLB’s shrinking players
• It’s Konnor Griffin time, baby!
• BP’s The Call-Up: Konnor Griffin
• Mariners ink Colt Emerson to a record deal
• Brewers ink Cooper Pratt to extension
• Jarrett Seidler’s piece on Pratt
• Jackson Chourio hits IL with hairline fracture in hand
• Andrew Vaughn becomes latest victim of hamate injury, Jefferson Quero called up
• Cody Ponce injures knee in first return start
• Mike Tauchman down with meniscus surgery tear, clearing way for Carson Benge
• Carlos Estevez completely unravels in 2026 debut, out as closer

Upcoming baseball card release schedule:

• April 1: 2025 Topps Transcendent
• April 3: 2026 Panini USA Baseball
• April 29: 2026 Panini Donruss
• TBD: 2025 Topps Chrome Platinum ‘55
• TBD: 2026 Bowman

Investment Targets (49:00)

Hitters

• Bryce Rainer (DET)
• Eduardo Quintero (LAD)
• Josue Briceno (DET)
• Kaelen Culpepper (MIN)
• Mike Sirota (LAD)
• Teruaki Sato (Japan)
• Shota Morishita (Japan)

Pitchers

• Caden Scarborough (TEX)
• Noah Schultz (CHW)
• Adam Serwinowski (LAD)
• Jack Wenninger (NYM)
• Didier Fuentes (ATL)
• Mick Abel (MIN)
• Bishop Letson (MIL)

In our 132nd episode, Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer cover the latest happenings in the MLB and baseball card worlds before diving into the release of 2026 Topps Heritage, which hits shelves everywhere on March 18.

You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at [email protected].

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Upcoming baseball card release schedule:

• Francisco Lindor appears headed towards being on field for Opening Day
• Corbin Carroll switching bat handle to alleviate hamate discomfort
• Seiya Suzuki dealing with PCL strain in right knee following WBC exit
• Padres pump the brakes on Joe Musgrove’s return
• Quinn Priester’s wrist pain is actually a nerve issue from shoulder
• Robert Stephenson dealing with possible UCL damage
• Hiromi Itoh and Teruaki Sato likely to be posted this upcoming offseason
• Aaron Judge first Bowman auto superfractor breaks modern baseball card sale record, goes for $5.2 million
• Lawsuit brought forth in California on Whatnot being an “unregulated gambling” platform

Upcoming baseball card release schedule:

• March 18: 2026 Topps Heritage
• April 1: 2025 Topps Transcendent
• April 3: 2026 Panini USA Baseball
• April 29: 2026 Panini Donruss
• TBD: 2025 Topps Chrome Platinum ‘55

2026 Topps Heritage Overview (48:30) (link to related Razzball post)

• Beckett checklist and preview
• Checklist Insider checklist and preview
• Topps Ripped history of Heritage
• Reddit deep dive on print runs from CellDood
• Full list of 2026 Topps Heritage SPs

In our 131st episode, Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer discuss the latest MLB transactions and baseball card news before previewing the NL West with Taylor Corso of the Dynasty Baseball Pickups podcast and Prospects Live.

You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at [email protected].

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Links to things discussed in the pod:

• Jurickson Profar suspended for season due to second PED violation
• Hunter Greene out through July due to surgery to remove bone chips in elbow
• Josh Hader to begin season on IL
• Kyle Teel blows out hammy in WBC, out 4-6 weeks
• Blue Jays re-unite with Max Scherzer
• Starling Marte signs deal with Royals
• Zack Littell joins the Nationals

Upcoming baseball card release schedule:

• March 11: 2025 Bowman’s Best
• March 18: 2026 Topps Heritage
• April 1: 2025 Topps Transcendent
• April 3: 2026 Panini USA Baseball
• April 29: 2026 Panini Donruss
• TBD: 2025 Topps Chrome Platinum ‘55

NL West Preview (30:20)

• Arizona Diamondbacks
  • Buy: Jordan Lawlar, Ryan Waldschmidt
  • Sell: Geraldo Perdomo, Corbin Carroll
• Colorado Rockies
  • Buy: Brenton Doyle, Zac Veen, Willi Castro, Jake McCarthy
  • Sell: All Pitching, Hunter Goodman
• Los Angeles Dodgers
  • Buy: Teoscar Hernandez, Max Muncy, Mookie Betts
  • Sell: Roki Sasaki, Andy Pages
• San Diego Padres
  • Buy: Jackson Merrill, Gavin Sheets, Xander Bogaerts
  • Sell: Nick Castellanos, Mason Miller, Michael King
• San Francisco Giants
  • Buy: Bryce Eldridge, Rafael Devers, Harrison Bader
  • Sell: Logan Webb, Luis Arraez, Ryan Walker

In our 130th episode, Mike Couillard is joined by Kiri Oler of FanGraphs to preview the World Baseball Classic - jerseys, vibes, players, and picks are abound.

You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at [email protected].

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Links to things discussed in the pod:

• Links to Kiri’s WBC Pool Previews:
  • Pool A
  • Pool B
  • Pool C
  • Pool D
• Players discussed as highlights:
  • Alexei Ramirez
  • Otto Lopez
  • Denzel Clarke
  • Owen Caissie
  • Jac Caliagnone
  • Jakob Marsee
  • Hyun Jin Ryu
  • Kensuke Kondo
  • Wei-En Lin
  • Junior Caminero
  • Geraldo Perdomo
  • Stiven Cruz
• MLB's landing page for all things WBC
• WBC Bracket Challenge
• Link to story on eight members of Cuban WBC party being denied entry to the United States
• Tarik Skubal pitching only one WBC game

In our 129th episode, Mike Couillard is joined by Anthony Hamley (aka ADHamley) of Razzball and BaseballHQ to discuss the insights from his Zen And The Art Of Fantasy Baseball columns before diving into some of the latest MLB news and notes affecting the fantasy realm.

You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at [email protected].

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Links to things discussed in the pod:

• Link to Anthony’s Razzball work
• Players discussed:
  • Buys: Brenton Doyle, Kyle Tucker, Paul Sewald, the Giants bullpen non-Ryan Walker division
  • Sells: Cal Raleigh, Nick Kurtz, Kenley Jansen
• Cubs bring aboard Michael Conforto
• Rhys Hoskins signs with Guardians
• Jordan Westburg dealing with partial UCL tear

Upcoming baseball card release schedule:

• March 11: 2025 Bowman’s Best
• March 18: 2026 Topps Heritage
• TBD: 2025 Topps MLB MVP Collection
• TBD: 2025 Topps Chrome Platinum ‘55