In this week's episode, the boys discuss Nelson Cruz's ring chasing quest. They debate where his place in baseball history. Triple-A is officially adopting robo umps for the upcoming season. How does this affect the game as a whole, especially in the bigs? The Padres did it again, they topped all other teams looking to sign international players by scoring catching phenom Ethan Salas. Who else had good signing days? The boys dive in. Afterwards, they discuss Adam Duvall signing with the Red Sox-- making S-Man the official winner of Free Agent predictions, as well as Michael's GM for a Day prediction of the Marlins potentially peddling starting pitcher Pablo Lopez. There are a ton of questions we need answered before Opening Day. The boys run down the Q&A's of 2023's most curious topics. They round out the show with Collection Corner.

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In this week's episode, news dropped before the show about Carlos Correa officially signing with the... Minnesota Twins?! What a whirlwind for the Correa camp. The boys discuss how the Twins couldn't quit their love for him and the awkwardness of the situation. Last week, Rafael Devers signed a long-term extension with the Red Sox to establish the young third baseman as their foundational piece. The boys talk about how this signing does much more for the Red Sox than meets the eye. The first trade of 2023 took place last week, and it was between the Tigers and Phillies. Who won the trade? What is each team getting? 2023's Hall of Fame Class will be announced this week. Who will join Fred McGriff? The subject gets Michael heated, and he goes into a rant about the WAR stat watering down the Hall of Fame, which leads into a hot take about players that shouldn't even have been inducted. After, the boys round out the show with Collection Corner and this week's trivia question.

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Welcome back for Season 3! The boys kick off the start of their new season discussing the odd marriage of Carlos Correa and the NY Mets. Now that the Mets understand his health risks they are working on a new deal. Most of the big free agents are off the board. The boys talk sneaky good signings that went under the radar as well as Sean Murphy's surprising extension from the Braves. And one who isn't signed that the boys discuss is Aroldis Chapman. Where is his market presently? Still, though, the rumors are plenty in the MLB. Bryan Reynolds to the Yanks? Red Sox falling out of love with Trevor Story? Team Ohtani wanting $500 million?? The boys sort through these crazy rumors. Afterwards, they look back on the 2022 season and each give their top three best moments. They round out the show with Collection Corner and this week's trivia question.

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On this Season 2 Finale show, the boys discuss the odd dealings with Carlos Correa. One minute he's with the Giants and the next the Mets. Dansby Swanson to the Cubs, Rodon to the Yankees and more have rounded out the heavy part of free agency. The boys give their thoughts on who won free agency. Aaron Judge was introduced today as the Yankees' 16th captain in franchise history. This is a very high honor for Judge, so Michael and Steve look back at Yankees captain past. Afterwards, they create a Christmas wishlist and pick which wish each team in the league would want this upcoming season. They round out the show with Collection Corner and unveil one trivia question before they bid farewell to 2022. Merry Christmas! They'll be back January 4th, 2023!

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On this week's episode, the boys talk about two more big shortstop names who are off the board. Carlos Correa and Xander Bogaerts are with new teams. Two shortstops and two different contracts. While there are many similarities between the players and money per year, these contracts are anything but the same. The boys dive in and give their thoughts. After losing Bogaerts, the Red Sox pulled the trigger too soon to grab Japanese outfielder Masataka Yoshida. Was five-years, $90 million too much for the NPB star, turned MLB-unproven player? The biggest trade of the offseason took place earlier this week between the Atlanta Braves, Milwaukee Brewers and Oakland A's. The boys discuss who won the deals and who lost and how it will affect each club going forward. Afterwards, the boys do part two of GM for a Day. This time they each pick one bad team and try to make them better. They round out the show with Collection Corner.

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In this week's jam-packed episode, the boys break down all of the big free-agent signings that occurred lately. Aaron Judge, Justin Verlander, Trea Turner, Jacob DeGrom, Willson Contreras, and more have new deals! Many free agents have new homes, some stayed put and others are still waiting to be signed. Now, there are new expectations set for teams who signed these big free agents. The boys' breakdown what each of these teams are getting and where they stack up against the rest of the league. After their bashing of the Pirates last week, recent news broke out of Pittsburgh. Regardless of being offered a hefty new deal, Bryan Reynolds wants out. Shock. The first-ever MLB Draft Lottery took place on Tuesday, December 6th. The Pirates, Nationals and Tigers sit atop the draft. The boys talk about lottery night and early hints at what to expect in the 2023 draft. It's official. Fred 'Crime Dog' McGriff is in the Hall of Fame! The boys discuss his so-so stats and accolades that made him eligible, thus debating if whether his entry was more of a statement to the cheaters (Bonds, Clemens, Sosa, etc.) than it was a shoo-in nod for Crime Dog. Afterward, the boys decide to be a General Manager for a day and pick a team each and try to fix them to see how they would fair in 2023. They then round out the show with Collection Corner, during which they have a conversation about the brilliance of the Topps Project 70 cards and where they stand in the marketplace. This is a whole lot of show you don't want to miss!

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Kicking off this week's episode, the boys talk about Jose Abreu signing with the Houston Astros. It's a match made in heaven for both parties. On the other side of the spectrum, the Pittsburgh Pirates did what they always do and signed bargain player Carlos Santana as their first big offseason move. This particular move leads to a deeper conversation about how pitiful the organization is and how does GM Ben Cherington guide this sinking ship? News broke earlier today that the Yankees gave their first offer of the offseason to Aaron Judge-- 8-years, $300 Million. The boys give their thoughts on the offer and weigh the good and the bad. Rounding out headlines, they have to talk about a little-known (in the US) pitcher from Japan, Kodai Senga. Verlander, DeGrom and Rodon might be the biggest pitching names on the market, but Senga could very well be the best one. His ghost forkball is reason enough to get excited about the NPB phenom. At 30 years old, he's looking to sign with his first major league team. Who could it be? Who would be the best fit? Afterward, the boys dive into their Free Agent Prediction Show by naming the top players at each position and predict who they will sign with. They round out the show with Collection Corner. This is a jam-packed show that you can't miss!

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In this week's episode, the boys kick things off discussing early transactions so far this offseason. Kyle Lewis and Gio Urshela and Tyler Anderson have new homes, while Anthony Rizzo settles back into the Bronx. Aaron Judge and Justin Verlander are headliners in this year's free agent class. What would a Giants lineup look like with Judge in it? What would the Mets rotation look like with Verlander in it? The boys have some fun strategizing. Blue Jays ace Alek Manoah came out this past week calling out Gerrit Cole as one of the worst cheaters in MLB history. The boys believe this kind of trash talk not only enhances the Yankees-Blue Jays rivalry in the AL East, but is also good for baseball. It brings fire to the league, which is badly needed. Afterwards, in the spirit of Thanksgiving, the boys list their top-five things they are most thankful for about this past MLB season. They then round out the show with Collection Corner.

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In this week's episode, the boys kick things off by talking about the offseason that has started with a bang! Opt-ins, opt-outs, trades, signings, rumors-- get ready for the Winter Meetings. They give their takes on the Aaron Judge situation and play into the other rumors of who will go where and what teams are doing what. Astros fired their assistant GM, leading to their main GM James Click to walk. There seems to be more drama behind the curtains of Houston than we first thought. Afterwards, the boys give create their own fop five Headlines of the offseason. They round out the show with Collection Corner.

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In this week's episode, the boys are under the weather. But that doesn't stop them from talking (and complaining) about the Astros winning the World Series. Michael can't help but sulk over Justin Verlander's second title and the inevitability of him going into the Hall of Fame as an Astro instead of a Tiger. And who is to blame for the Phillies collapse? The boys take aim on Bryce Harper as the main culprit. They dive into his and other past stars that couldn't get it done in the World Series. Afterwards, the boys give their way-too-early Power Rankings for the 2023 season. They round out the show with Collection Corner.

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