In our fourteenth episode, we open by discussing the latest happenings in the MLB playoffs as division series are starting to wrap up. Then we discuss the release of 2023 Topps Update along with a new series of problems plaguing Topps/Fanatics (21:50). Finally, we review some disappointing bats from Jeremy's preseason Top 100 Hitters to try and solve what went wrong (44:54).

You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17. Email the pod at [email protected].

Links to things discussed in the pod:

• Current MLB playoff bracket

Cards Discussion:

• 2023 Topps Update checklist and details
• Reduced number of cards in 2023 Update hobby boxes
• Surprise Halloween parallels from retail boxes

Upcoming baseball card releases:

• 10/11: Topps Update
• 10/11: Panini Select
• 10/13: Leaf Exotic
• 10/18: Topps Pro Debut
• 10/18: Topps Tier One
• Topps Stadium Club - Jan 2024

Categories Discussion:

• Jeremy's original Top 100 Hitters
• Razzball year-end player rater for hitters
• Players analyzed:
  • Vladimir Guerrero Jr.
  • Cedric Mullins
  • Starling Marte
  • Tim Anderson
  • Andrew Vaughn
  • Mitch Haniger