On this week's episode of Long Gone, the boys break down the Kyle Tucker to the Cubs trade. Does this move set a clear path for what the Cubs are building and what the Astros are trying to get done this offseason? The Yankees lost out on Juan Soto, but they didn't let that get them down and continue to have the busiest offseason of any team. This leads into a larger discussion about another new study about pitching injuries and what causes them. The boys give their thoughts on the new study. Last week the boys played GM for a Day by each selecting a good team to work with. This week they have their hands full as they each select a not so great team to construct a 2025 roster worthy of playoff contention. Afterwards, they round out the show with Collection Corner.

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On this week's jam-packed episode of Long Gone, the boys dive head first into the craziness of Winter Meetings. A Christmas season of trades, signings and rumors galore! The Hall of Fame announced Dave Parker and Dick Allen will be inducted in the 2025 class. The boys give their thoughts on the newest entries by the (cue dramatic music) the Eras committee! As they do a few times a year, the boys each play GM for a Day. This week they each pick one good team (over .500) to make moves with to build and finalize a roster for 2025 Opening Day. Afterwards, they round out the show with Collection Corner.

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On this week's episode of Long Gone, the boys reveal what Ohtani wants for Christmas... his damn cards back! While Ohtani can't get back the millions stolen from him by his former friend/interpreter, he can get back his baseball cards. Earlier this week, commissioner Rob Manfred made comments on a gimmicky change to the game he calls "The Golden At-Bat Rule". If you're a fan of Manfred, you might want to tune this part of the show out because the boys go in hard on him and the ridiculous idea that would alter baseball forever. It's that time of year again, the boys give their free agent predictions for the offseason! Afterward, they round out the show with Collection Corner.

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On this week's episode of Long Gone, the boys break down Aaron Judge and Shohei Ohtani's place in history now that they have won multiple MVP awards. The offseason is starting to pick up steam, and with the recent low and high radar moves that have happened, they seem to be sneaky impressive, to say the least. It's Thanksgiving week, and like every year the boys each give what they are thankful for this holiday season. Afterward, they round out the show with Collection Corner. Happy Thanksgiving from the Long Gone podcast!

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On this week's episode of Long Gone, the boys give their thoughts on current MLB award winners thus far. Some no-brainers, head-scratchers, and even one notable disrespect to add. The 2025 Hall of Fame ballot has been released. Ichiro and CC Sabathia headline the upcoming first-timers to appear on the ballot, and the boys make some early predictions. Ted Williams' 1946 MVP award recently sold for a hella lot of money at an auction. This raises the question: should these personal accolades even be available to be sold? With Winter Meetings around the corner, the offseason is heating up. The boys each reveal their top five headlines this offseason that could shift the league. Afterward, they round out the show with Collection Corner.

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On this week's episode of Long Gone, the boys discuss Tarik Skubal's rejection of Detroit's first offer. Is this a good or bad sign? The boys dive in. The Marlins hired their new manager to replace Skip Schumaker. It's a very parallel hire that doesn't move the needle. The boys ponder, where the Marlins future lie. Better late than never, it's the final episode of the year for the Forgotten Series! There is no one who exemplifies forgotten more than former Red Sox star Mo Vaughn. The Hit Dog was one of the best 1990s power hitter kids remember and resembled. What went wrong? Where is he now? Afterwards, the boys round out the show with Collection Corner.

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On this week's episode of Long Gone, the boys decompress from the blowout that was the World Series. Nevertheless, congratulations to the Los Angeles Dodgers! Now it's out with 2024 and in with 2025. What are the biggest offseason rumors and what teams are in the mix for this year's top free agents? The boys walk through some of the scenarios. This leads to their 2025 Power Rankings. Michael and Steve each pick their top-10 heading into next season. They round out the show with Collection Corner.

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On this week's episode of Long Gone, the boys recap the World Series spanking the Dodgers are giving the Yankees. The Dodgers seem to be a juggernaut that could be a wrecking crew for years to come. Game 1 was one for the books but the rest of the series is clearly going Los Angeles' way. It's that time of year again, the boys unveil their Long Gone season awards! They added a few more categories this year and have some surprise handouts. Afterwards, they round out the show with Collection Corner.

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On this episode of Long Gone, the boys recap the AL and NL championship series, and what inevitably led to the east coast/west coast matchup of the New York Yankees and Los Angeles Dodgers. The two have a historic rivalry that spans decades. The Dodgers are riding on a high into the series, but their hearts will be heavy doing so, as their former great on the field and in the broadcasting booth has passed away. Fernando Valenzuela has died at the age of 63. The boys honor the former stud pitcher. Per every year, the boys break down each World Series team's positions/roster and reveal who they think has the advantage in their segment: 'Tale of the Tape'. Afterward, they round out the show with Collection Corner.

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On this episode of Long Gone, the boys recap the divisional and championship rounds which turns into a conversation about the state of the Phillies organization. Where do they go from here? It's clear they can't win the big one, and President Dave Dombroski looks to make serious changes. What could be in store for the seemingly failed super team? Tropicana Field took a massive amount of damage during Hurricane Milton, which leaves the Rays looking for a place to play at the beginning of the 2025 season. The boys pick some secondary locations. While the '24 season of fantasy baseball was topsy-turvy, the boys look onward to the '25 season. They each select their top-10 fantasy players to look into drafting next year. Afterward, they round out the show with Collection Corner.

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