Long Gone

On this week's episode, they boys discuss the unstoppable train that is the Tampa Bay Rays. They are 13-0 and appear to be a powerhouse early on. Will it last? Will they break the record for hottest start? After further reviewing the Oneil Cruz injury, the boys have a different take on who is to blame for the collision at the plate. Plenty of early performers this season. Some are riding hot streaks that will keep going, while others might be flashes in the pan. The boys breakdown who the early performers are right now that are legit. In Fantasy Factory, Start or Sit is back! Afterwards, they round out the show with Collection Corner.

On this week's episode of Long Gone, the boys talk about Rays pitcher Jeffrey Springs' potential no-hitter stolen from him by manager Kevin Cash. This is a part of the new game that is changing and the boys reveal their concerns. The Rays and Brewers are off to the hot start, while the Phillies and Cardinals are stalling out. The boys breakdown where these franchises could go and what is happening. Fantasy Factory is back and the boys discuss sleepers that could turn fantasy teams around sooner than later. The Then & Now series comes to its season finale this week as they close it out by selecting the top-five best designated hitters of the 1980s and top-five right now. They round out the show with Collection Corner, where they have to bring up the news about Babe Ruth's famed-bat selling for $1.85 million at an auction. It's a jam-packed show that you don't want to miss!

On this week's episode of Long Gone, the boys talk Opening Day matchups and what games they are most excited about. Afterwards, they talk about the video game MLB the Show '23, now that they've got their new copies. They give a little review on what to expect with this edition. Tork was done dirty by them, while the 99-club is limited to just five players. Fantasy Factory is back! The boys talk about their recent fantasy draft and redraft the first round on who they think should be drafted. And don't worry, it's back. The Then & Now series rolls towards its conclusion with the boys selecting their top-five right fielders of the '80s and right now. They round out the show with Collection Corner, and then Michael tries to end the offseason trivia with a dub.

On this week's episode of Long Gone, the boys talk World Baseball Classic highlights, including Japan's dominance and the Tigers signing Nicaraguan pitcher to Minor League deal after striking out the Dominican Republic's big three. While the Padres recently signed top international prospect and catcher Ethan Salas to a huge deal, no one could predict he'd already be making his Spring Training debut... at 16-years-old! The boys talk about this next star and what his future could hold. The Then & Now series trucks on. This week the boys each select their top-five centerfielders of the 1980s and right now. They round out the show with Collection Corner and Michael tries to get his third trivia question win this week.

In this week's episode of Long Gone, the boys talk about the World Baseball Classic kicking off on March 7th. They discuss matchups, primetime games, tournament rules, and give their bracket breakdown, which eventually leads to them revealing their predictions on who will win the whole enchilada. Afterward, they discuss Detroit Tigers' work-in-progress Spencer Torkelson. From the first overall pick in the 2020 draft to flying through the minors, and now his Major League woes, is he a lost cause? Does he set the franchise back? How can the club save him from becoming the latest draft bust? The boys dive in. The Then & Now series enters the outfield. This week they pick their top-five best left fielders of the 80s and right now. They round out the show with Collection Corner, and then Steve tries to keep his winning streak alive.

Milestone reached! The boys hit episode 100! No frills or thrills, it's business as usual, and business this week starts out with Manny Machado being locked up by the Padres with a new and improved contract. The boys then talk the hot topic in baseball currently-- the pitch clock. Hate it or love, it is here to stay. They give their thoughts. The Then and Now Series trucks on. This week the boys select their top-five shortstops from the 80s and the best in the game right now. They round out the show with Collection Corner and Michael tries to get another win under his belt with this week's trivia question.

On this week's episode of Long Gone, the boys talk the bummer that is Clayton Kershaw's World Baseball Classic exit. USA's pitching rotation is now their weakness. After, they discuss Manny Machado's announcement of choosing to opt out of his contract after 2023 season. This leads to a much larger conversation about the financial future of the league, including TV deals falling through. What will the MLB market look like for the next 10 years? The Then & Now series continues on. This week the boys reveal their top-five best third basemen of the '80s and the best at the hot corner right now. They round out the show with Collection Corner, and then Steve tries to get another win in this week's trivia question.

On this week's episode of Long Gone, the boys talk the Yu Darvish signing. He just signed a 6-year, $108 million extension, which will probably keep him in San Diego for the rest of his career. Afterwards, the boys dive into the World Baseball Classic-- previewing teams that look to dominate the popular tourney. Japan, USA, and the Dominican Republic are stacked. Will the champs come out of one of these three or will teams like Mexico, Korea or Canada have something to say? This past Super Bowl Sunday, Derek Jeter announced he was joining the FOX Sports team as an analyst for the upcoming season. The boys talk about how he compliments David Ortiz, A-Rod and Frank Thomas. Following this the Then and Now series carries on. This week they pick their top-five best second basemen of the '80s and the best at the position right now. When finished, they round out the show with Collection Corner, and then Michael sees if he can get on the board with this week's trivia question.

In this week's episode, the boys talk Spring Training prospect invites. Names such as Pete Crow-Armstrong, Marcelo Mayer, Jackson Holliday and Henry Davis are packing their bags and are going to be rubbing shoulders with the big club stars. Fernando Tatis Jr. emerged last week to speak about his upcoming season. This will be a redemption year for the once-promising star. Will he rise to the occasion? Where will he play now that Xander Bogaerts is a Padre? Is he still the most important player on the roster? Afterwards, the boys talk about Dodger great Fernando Venezuela's jersey (#34) being retired by LA. A very respectable honor from a club that is picky about whose numbers they retire. The Then & Now series trucks on with the boys selecting their top-five best first basemen of the 80s and pair them with the best first basemen in the game right now. They round out the show with Collection Corner, and then Steve sees if he can go 3-for-3 for this week's trivia.

In this week's episode, the boys debate whether the Mets extending Jeff McNeil was the club's best offseason move or not. After, they talk Zack Greinke's return to the Royals and Dana Brown becoming the Astros new GM. Both moves are bigger than you'd first think. Jazz Chisholm came out of nowhere to become the MLB the Show's newest video game cover athlete. Is he deserving? Is it too soon? Who else was in the running? This week on the Then & Now series, the boys are picking their top catchers of the '80s and the top catchers in the game right now. They round out the show with Collection Corner.