On this week's episode of Long Gone, the boys talk Vlad's payday from the Blue Jays. Should he have received more? Do the options work in his favor? The boys dive in. The Boston Red Sox have a documentary that dives deep into the team's ups and downs on and off the field. Jarren Duran's eye-opening reveal is discussed. Who are the early performers to start the season? Who are the disappointments so far? The boys each pick their top three from each. They round out the show with Fantasy Factory and Collection Corner. 

****After the show stay for the audio version of Mikey's documentary trailer HOBBY HUSTLE, available now on Amazon Prime and Apple+ (Apple TV).****

On this week's episode of Long Gone, the boys recap the first ACTUAL week of baseball. The winners, the losers, the eye-raisers, the disappointments-- they break it down! A new bat people are calling "Torpedo Bats" have smashed their way on the scene like the Kool-Aid Man. The Yankees and Elly De La Cruz put up video game numbers. Should these bats be banned? What are these things? The boys dive deeeeep! Garrett Crochet was once labeled a future relief pitcher. Now as an ace for Boston, he just scored a bag. The boys give props where props are due. What better way to ring in the 2025 season with some 'Legit or Bullsh*t'? After the first week of games the boys bring some reality to some wild statements that are out there with 'Legit or Bullsh*t'. Afterwards, they round out the show with Fantasy Factory and Collection Corner.

****After the show stay for the audio version of Mikey's documentary trailer HOBBY HUSTLE, available now on Amazon Prime and Apple+ (Apple TV).****

On this week's episode of Long Gone, the boys have their annual preview and prediction show. This year, Steve takes American League responsibilities and Michael takes National League responsibilities-- both boys highlighting top headlines, teams of note, top rookies, top sleepers, and hot takes! Afterwards, they complete a speed round of predictions that include division winners, league winners, world series matchup/winners and accolades. They then round out the show with the return of Fantasy Factory and of course the usual Collection Corner. It's a jam-packed show, listeners. Buckle up!

****After the show stay for the audio version of Mikey's documentary trailer HOBBY HUSTLE, available now on Amazon Prime and Apple+ (Apple TV).****

On this week's episode of Long Gone, the boys discuss the Major League Baseball season opening up in Tokyo, Japan. The Los Angeles Dodgers swept the Chicago Cubs but was it good baseball? Is it good for the sport to keep opening up the season overseas? The boys dive in. The Then & Now Series comes to another end this offseason, with the boys finishing up with selecting the top right fielders and designated hitters of the 1970s and the top ones right now. Afterwards, they round out the show with Collection Corner.

****After the show stay for the audio version of Mikey's documentary trailer HOBBY HUSTLE, available now on Amazon Prime and Apple+ (Apple TV).****

On this week's episode of Long Gone, the boys breakdown Gerrit Cole's season-ending injury and how it will affect the Yankees moving forward. Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts gets a new record-breaking four-year deal. Does he deserve it? Where does he rank in not only the other managers of the league but all-time Dodgers managers? Afterwards, the boys continue on with the Then & Now Series, this time they each pick their top-five center fielders of the 1970s and the top-five center fielders right now. They then round out the show with Collection Corner.

****After the show stay for the audio version of Mikey's documentary trailer HOBBY HUSTLE, available now on Amazon Prime and Apple+ (Apple TV).****

On this week's episode of Long Gone, the boys take a moment to talk about the future of the game and the future of the league. With technology influencing the game by means of robo-umps, pitch cams, and the pitch clock, the game is evolving and the boys give their takes on where they see the game and if it'll be the same game we remember years from now. MLBPA President Tony Clark came out last week to say he expects there will be a lockout following the 2026 season regarding the CBA. The contracts are getting bigger and bigger and most owners aren't catching up. The next CBA negotiations could change the league forever, but how? The boys give their rants and raves. Afterward, they truck on with the Then & Now series. This week they pick the top-five left fielders of the 1970s and the top-five left fielders right now. They round out the show with Collection Corner.

****After the show stay for the audio version of Mikey's documentary trailer HOBBY HUSTLE, available now on Amazon Prime and Apple+ (Apple TV).****

On this week's episode of Long Gone, the boys are over the moon now that Spring Training has begun! The stories, the competitions, the battles, the unknown, the boys go all in for Spring Training. After nearly 50 years of being a famous clubhouse rule, the Yankees have now decided to let their players grow out their hair and facial hair. Have the Yanks gone soft? Is this not a big deal? The boys give their stance. After taking a break last week, the boys continue to truck on with their Then & Now series, this time doing the difficult task of revealing their top-five shortstops of the 1970s and top-five right now. Afterward, they round out the show with Collection Corner.

****After the show stay for the audio version of Mikey's documentary trailer HOBBY HUSTLE, available now on Amazon Prime and Apple+ (Apple TV).****

On this week's episode of Long Gone, the boys record their 200th episode! They kick off the special episode by discussing Alex Bregman spurning the Tigers to go with the Red Sox. Vlad Jr and the Blue Jays couldn't agree to terms this offseason, so Vlad said he'll test free agency in the offseason. What would a Vlad Jr deal look like and the Jays gonna let him walk? And they round out headlines with talking about Mike Trout's move to right field and what that could mean for his future. Afterwards, the boys bring back Mikey's youngest brother Mark Dault and discuss fantasy baseball and the state of card auctions on the Whatnot app. Afterwards, they round out the show with Collection Corner, where they bring in special guest, Fanatics writer Greg Bates to discuss Mikey's doc Hobby Hustle and the state of the hobby today, Topps RIPPED and the future of Fanatics. A jam packed episode you don't want to miss! Happy 200th!

****After the show stay for the audio version of Mikey's documentary trailer HOBBY HUSTLE, available now on Amazon Prime and Apple+ (Apple TV).****

On this week's episode of Long Gone, Steve vents his frustration with Alex Bregman and his decision. The boys discuss his possible suitors and raise the question: is it even worth it to sign him? 2025 Spring Training is here, and that means baseball is here! The boys discuss the lack thereof of storylines entering camp, and the state of both leagues as a whole. Afterwards, they quickly highlight CC Sabathia's pick of going into the Hall of Fame as a Yankee. Michael wonders, where is the Cleveland love? The Then & Now series trucks on; this week with third basemen. The boys select their top-five hot corners of the 1970s and top-five right now. They then round out the show with Collection Corner.

***Michael's documentary: HOBBY HUSTLE premieres on Apple TV and Amazon Sunday, February 16th.***

On this week's episode of Long Gone, the boys discuss the Detroit Tigers re-signing Jack Flaherty to complete their rotation. This is clearly one of the strengths of Detroit coming into this season. The question is, will Alex Bregman sign with them next or not? The final two big free agents out there still are Alex Bregman and Pete Alonso. The boys dive into why they're still around and what it'll take to sign them. After discussing the umpire Pat Hoberg firing and sports gambling as a whole, they continue on with the Then and Now series by selecting the top-five second basemen of the 1970s and the top-five right now. Afterward, they round out the show with Collection Corner.