Loaded Basis Podcast

The guys break down what was possibly, one of the most electric trade deadlines for MLB in years! Did the Mets do enough to solidify themselves as World Series contenders? Should they have prioritized pitching? Why Baez over Bryant? Was PCR an "overpay" to obtain the electric Cubs' shortstop? 

Then, they break down the Yankees deadline moves, the shocker that was acquiring Anthony Rizzo, and discuss whether or not Brian Cashman's job was on the line prior to the deadline. 

Finally, they discuss the tragedy of the Mets losing out on Kumar Rocker, where did it all go wrong? 

They boys cover it all on episode 5 of the Loaded Basis Podcast! 

After a brief vacation, the boys are back! What did we miss? The Mets are in first and the Yankees season is a train wreck, no biggie. The guys discuss whether or not the Yankees are in trouble and what potential changes could be made in order to save the Bombers' season. They also discuss whether or not this Mets team is for real, and if they have their division on lock. 

Plus, the guys go over potential trade targets for both the Mets and Yankees, discuss MLB's Spider Tack scandal, and Dro doesn't know who Mitch Haniger is! 

We cover it all on episode 4 of the Loaded Basis Podcast.

On this weeks episode of the Loaded Basis Podcast, Derek Carty of fangraphs and creator of "The BAT" and "BAT X" projection systems, joins the show! Derek and Nick cover everything from where Derek began, what got him interested in projection systems, to debunking some of the old myths and views that have been around baseball for generations. Derek breaks down how his projection system attempts to quantify certain intangibles like weather and umpires, why he doesn't believe in hot, but does quasi believe in cold, and how advanced analytics and projection systems will continue to advance and dominate the game of baseball for years to come. 

Lou DiPietro returns for our Yankees season preview! The guys get a somewhat surprising "grade" from Lou for the Yankees off-season. How does Lou feel on the Yankees starting rotation? How far can the Yankees push Corey Kluber? Who is the Yankees "X-Factor"? What can we expect from Gary Sanchez and could catching depth become an issue? Did the Yankees make a mistake not spending big during the off-season? 

Plus, Lou gives us his predictions for AL MVP, Cy Young, ROY, his thoughts on the Yankees projected standings, and an interesting take on the returning Luis Severino. 

We cover it all on episode 2 of season 2, of the Loaded Basis Podcast! 

On Part 2 of episode 1, the guys discuss everything Yankees! How do the guys grade the Yankees off-season? Do they FINALLY have enough starting pitching? How much upside do guys like Kluber and Taillon have? Was it a risk to play "chicken" with DJ Lemahieu? 

Plus, a hot take on Domingo German!

BACK LIKE WE NEVER LEFT! 

We cover it all on part 2 of Episode 1 of SEASON 2! WE BACK BABY! 

WELCOME BACK! On part 1 of our first episode, the guys discuss everything Mets! The guys cover everything from Lindor's contract extension to grading the team's offseason moves. Was Lindor's mega deal an overpay? Should the Mets have given more consideration to JT RealMuto? How concerned should we be about the Mets defense and bullpen? How will Lindor's extension affect upcoming contract negotiations with players like Conforto and Syndegaard? Finally, the guys discuss the sexual harassment scandal that surrounded the Mets during the off-season. 

We cover it all on part one of EPISODE 1(!) of SEASON 2 (we back baby).

Part 2: 

How will the Mets utilize their cap space? Are the Mets getting into risky waters by possibly going over the tax threshold? How will they handle Noah Syndegaard if he has a bounce back season? 

The guys strap in for the second edition of "Find Fair Trades". Will the Mets go after Francisco Lindor? Do they have enough assets to be competitive against other teams in terms of acquiring the super star shortstop? Do the Mets need to give up an asset like Dom Smith in order trade for Lindor, or will players like Rosario and Davis get the job done? Is it economically feasible to bring in a high dollar player like Lindor while still addressing the needs of Center Field, Catcher, and the dreaded Bullpen? 

Plus, are their other creative ways that the Mets can improve that don't require spending big in Free Agency? 

We cover it all, on the season finale, of the Loaded Basis Podcast. 

Season Finale! The Mets have a new owner and a seemingly bright future. Should Met fans be at all concerned with Steve Cohen's "bad guy" past? 

Are New York Met fans being short sided when it comes to evaluating and addressing the bullpen? 

The guys go over the top available Free Agents and make predictions on where they think they will land. Should the Mets go after George Springer, Jackie Bradley, or stick with Brandon Nimmo in Center Field? Will they go after JT Realmuto or look elsewhere for catcher? Will the Yankees go all in on DJ? Where will Trevor Bauer land? 

Plus, Baseball makes history with the hiring of the first ever female GM, Kim Ng! 

We cover it all on part 1 of the season finale. 

Part 1: The Dodgers have won the World Series! (Brooooooklynnnnn!) How much did the Rays bullpening strategy hurt them in the World Series? Were their relievers gassed? Was it the right decision for Kevin Cash to pull Blake Snell in game 6? 

The "three true outcomes" is starting to get to Alessandro. Has MLB sacrificed popularity and entertainment for ultimate success on the field? Do analytics work in a short series? 

Plus - Justin Turner's moronic COVID decision, Bill DeBlasio vs Steve Cohen and was Rob Manfred drunk??

We cover it all on Episode 25 of the Loaded Basis Podcast! 

Part 2: The Yankees failed to reach the World Series once again. A heart broken Alessandro breaks down what went wrong and what comes next for the Bronx Bombers. 

Were the Yankees wrong for their game 2 Garcia\Happ experiment? Will the Yankees keep Gleyber at shortstop? Will they be able to bring back Dj Lemahieu? Is Luke Voit on the trading block? Could a Didi Gregorious reunion be in the Yankees offseason plans? Should the Yankees trade for Francisco Lindor? What are the chances of signing Trevor Bauer in the off season? Is Gary Sanchez truly a diminished asset? 

Plus, Tony LaRussa is BACK BABY, and the guys react to AJ Hinch accepting the Tigers manager job. 

We cover it all, on part 2, of the Loaded Basis Podcast!