Long Gone

On this week's episode of Long Gone, the boys look back on Joey Votto's career because he retired last week. Is he a Hall of Famer? The Mariners finally cut bait with manager Scott Servais after an up and down tenure with the club. What's on the horizon for Seattle now? The Tigers have been an absolute wrecking crew the past couple of months. The boys debate the odds of them sliding into a Wild Card berth. Keeping the theme of Hall of Famers, the boys select their top-five players that SHOULD NOT be in the Hall of Fame who are presently in the hall. Afterwards, they round out the show with Fantasy Factory and Collection Corner.

On this episode of Long Gone, the boys discuss the Tigers/Yankees Little League Classic game in Omaha to kick off the Little League World Series. This leads into the boys reminiscing about some of their own fondest Little League memories when they played. After, they discuss the greatness of the Astros and how this might be the most low key dynasty ever assembled. As we near the end of the season, the boys do another round of Legit or Bull-sh*t of teams and players feats. They then round out the show with Fantasy Factory and a new, finely-tuned Collection Corner!

On this week's episode of Long Gone, the boys talk Mookie Betts' return as well as other stars who went down earlier this season. The boys make some early predictions of end-of-season awards and then afterward, they talk about a one-time star for their Forgotten Series, who was one of the first stars of the Negro Leagues: John Donaldson. Who else do you know in history who has pitched 14 no-hitters? Donaldson's legend has outlived him and while it's a shame he never got to play in Major League Baseball, his stats are still included in today's game. The boys round out the show with Fantasy Factory and Collection Corner.

On this week's episode of Long Gone, the boys give props to Blake Snell and his recent no-no. His career resurgence is apparent. How will the rest of his career shake out? The boys give their thoughts. It's official, the Chicago White Sox have hit rock bottom. They're the worst team in baseball without a doubt. What does the future hold for this troubled franchise? The boys breakdown what they could and should do, including bringing back one, fiery and familiar face. Afterwards, in keeping with the theme of Michael finishing his sports trading card and memorabilia collecting documentary (Hobby Hustle), the boys each pick three Holy Grail memorabilia finds they would love to have. They then round out the show with Fantasy Factory and Collection Corner.

On this week's episode of Long Gone, the boys discuss the crazy time that was the trade deadline. Some big moves, some little moves and even lots of nothing. There were teams that got better and teams that certainly didn't. This leads to a larger discussion about how General Manager's evaluate talent and how there seems to be many errors and/or preconceived notions about prospects. Afterwards, the boys each pick three winners and three losers from the trade deadline that may surprise you. They then round out the show with Fantasy Factory and Collection Corner.

On this week's episode of Long Gone, the boys debate if the Detroit Tigers surge and the Cleveland Guardians' bad play is legit. After, they breakdown what Tarik Skubal's trade value is, since he's the biggest name on the market right now. What teams are willing to give up a haul? Or... are the Tigers going to keep the young star? The boys then each pick three buyers and three sellers and the moves they need to make at the deadline. They round out the show with Fantasy Factory and Collection Corner.

On this week's episode of Long Gone, the boys recap the MLB draft and the teams that scored on picks and others that were head-scratching selections. They talk top prospects and their outlooks as well. They continue on recapping the much needed fix to the Home Run Derby and the All-Star game itself. Afterwards, the boys each pick three teams that had a killer first half and reveal their grades. And then pick three not so great teams and give them grades as well. They then round out the show with Fantasy Factory and Collection Corner.

On this week's episode of Long Gone, the boys break down the All-Star selections for the American and National Leagues. This leads into trade deadline rumors, which puts Mikey on a rant about why it's asinine for the Detroit Tigers to even consider trading their ace Tarik Skubal. Afterwards, the boys choose their top-five All-Star snubs, and their top sleepers poised for a hell of a second-half that we should watch out for. They then round out the show with Fantasy Factory and Collection Corner.

On this week's episode of Long Gone, the boys break down the plethora of injuries that have plagued MLB and fantasy teams alike this year. Recently, Mookie Betts went down, Clayton Kershaw is having a hard time coming back, Max Scherzer is ailing after latest start and the injuries keep on coming in waves. Last week, MLB celebrated its annual specialty game between the Giants and Cardinals at the historic Rickwood Field. While the cloud of Willie Mays' death hung over, it was still a spectacle. Following this, the boys give props to the Tennessee Volunteers for winning their first-ever College World Series. For the third year in a row, the boys play their "Field of Dreams Simulated Game", where they draft players from a randomized decade and create a team from that decade to go against each other in a simulated game. Will S-Man win his third-straight year or will Mikey upset and win his first? Afterwards, they round out the show with Fantasy Factory and Collection Corner.

On this week's special episode of Long Gone, the boys pay homage to baseball's greatest player, who passed away on June 18th of 2024 at the age of 93: Willie Mays. In his illustrious 23-year career, the Say Hey Kid amassed 3,293 hits, 660 home runs, 2,068 runs, 1,909 RBIs and had a lifetime .301/.384/.557. He was twice a MVP winner, won Rookie of the Year in 1951, was a 12x Gold Glove winner and was a 24x All Star. Mays was everything and more to the sport and he did it with a smile. Afterwards, the boys round out the show with Fantasy Factory and Collection Corner.