On this week's episode of Long Gone, the boys talk recent power rankings that were released. There are teams they love and some they feel don't belong in the top-10. Afterwards, they discuss the new D1 recruiting rules for college baseball. Rules, that while on the outside seem harmless, could affect families in more ways than one. The boys can't help bring up the disappointment that was the NBA draft lottery Tuesday night. This leads them to pick their top-three athletes who were drafted to the league but decided to play another sport. They round out the show with Fantasy Factory and Collection Corner.

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On this week's episode of Long Gone, the boys talk the college sports betting scandal in Alabama, Ohio and Iowa that led to one coach's firing and a whole list of potential terminations down the road in the coming weeks. The boys also talk the cons of NIL deals and mixing sports betting in the collegiate and pro worlds. Afterwards, they highlight recently passed great Vida Blue's career. This brings an interesting debate over whether he should be inducted into the Hall of Fame or not. We are well into the season now and the overreactions are coming in waves. The boys pump the brakes and each pick their top-three. They round out the show with Fantasy Factory and Collection Corner.

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On this week's episode of Long Gone, the boys talk about the Oakland Athletics becoming the Las Vegas Athletics now that they've purchased land in Nevada. This could totally change the franchise's losing ways... or not. Michael is extra happy this week as his fantasy players Tim Anderson and Bryce Harper are off the IL. Will they help their own teams out of the gutter? College Baseball is underway and the latest power rankings have been published with the usual suspects Vanderbilt, Florida, Arkansas, LSU and Stanford hanging in the top-10. This leads to Michael breaking down some of the potential top picks in this year's draft. LSU's Dylan Crews and Paul Skenes lead the way, but some other prospects are currently staking their claims for the top picks. Afterwards, the boys get some early trade deadline talk going, each throwing out a few trades they think will happen. And of course, the big one, Shohei Ohtani. They each give a crack at the best hypothetical trade involving him that could happen IF the Angels are suddenly out of the playoff picture. The boys then round out the show with Fantasy Factory and Collection Corner.

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On this week's episode of Long Gone, the boys debate whether the Pittsburgh Pirates' success is real, or if the bottom is going to drop out on them eventually. From the prodigal son Andrew McCutchen returning to his first team now older and wiser, to the impressive prospect play after top youngster Oneil Cruz went down, to Mitch Keller's development into an ace and Drew Maggi making his MLB debut after 13 years in the minors, this franchise has the makings of a feel good story. Will they have a happy ending? Afterwards, the boys discuss Bryce Harper's speedy return and how his rush to play could hurt him and the team long term. The boys also discuss Max Scherzer's wild suspension. Then, the boys each pick three teams that are surprising them this season and three teams that are disappointing them this season. They round out the show with Fantasy Factory and Collection Corner.

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On this week's episode of Long Gone, the boys discuss what everyone is talking about in baseball this week: the Ohtani v.s. Judge matchup. Did people forget that Trout still plays for the Angels and that Ohtani isn't even pitching in this series? The boys discuss the matchup and how off-target the marketing is for this week's games. Following that they talk about a tale of two players: one who got his shot and is making the most of it, and the other who got spanked and sat. Mets prospect Brett Baty makes his debut and looks promising, while Tigers vet Javier Baez gave up on his team and got benched by manager AJ Hinch to send a message to the rest of the team. Clayton Kershaw got his 200th win. Where does he stand today and among the best in the past 20 years? Afterwards, the boys bring back 'Legit or Bullshit' by sifting through and making sense out of these early season overreactions. They round out the show with Fantasy Factory and Collection Corner.

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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.

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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!

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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.

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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.

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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.

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