Long Gone Podcast

The boys kick off this week's episode discussing the weirdest beef in all of sports: Joc Pederson vs. Tommy Pham's fantasy football scuffle. After, they give their perspectives on Gabe Kapler's shunning of the National Anthem on Memorial Day. Mookie Betts is back and the boys declare May the Month of Mookie! Afterwards, they bring back a listener segment favorite Legit or Bull Shit, where they pick which .500 teams (or close to) are contenders and which are pretenders. Same with the current division leaders, which are actually contending and which are flat out pretending? The boys round out the show with Fantasy Factory and Collection Corner.

This week the boys start the show out by discussing the much awaited debut of Orioles catcher Adley Rutschman. They talk his potential and what he and other rookies go through in their first seasons. After, they dive into the Josh Donaldson/Tim Anderson feud and try to make sense of it. MLB.com recently released their updated Top 100 Prospect List and the boys give their takes on it. There are some surprises, some easy picks, and some underrated players inching up the list. Afterwards, they check in on college baseball: the top players, the top teams, the sleepers, and the upcoming College World Series predictions. Keeping in the spirit of prospects and college baseball, Michael gives his latest Mock Draft (top-10). And they round out the show with Fantasy Factory & Collection Corner.

The boys kick off this week talking about a MIA player that recently returned into the spotlight. Enter, Kumar Rocker. With the draft coming up in July, he's joined an Independent baseball team in hopes of being selected in the first round again. Is it too late? Breaking news hit everywhere today with leaks from the first place Minnesota Twins that newly signed shortstop Carlos Correa will opt-out after this season, and also that the Washington Nationals will try to trade Juan Soto as part of their rebuild. The boys put on their GM hats and lay out the best trade scenarios for him. They enter Fantasy Factory answering the curious case of Bryce Harper's fantasy value now that he's out for a while with an elbow injury. His one-time third MVP talks have lessened, and now he's looking like trade bait for fantasy owners. After, Steve gives his Yah or Nah on two fantasy trades and then the boys round out the show with Collection Corner. 

This week the boys discuss the Toronto Blue Jays' approach to defense. This young team are putting their analytics to work and dominating with a four-man outfield in many scenarios. The boys debate how predictable hitting leads to this sort of brilliant fielding. The NL West is the best division in baseball right now-- change their mind. The Dodgers, Padres, Giants, Diamondbacks and Rockies are taking the league by storm, being the only division with every club over .500. This discussion turns into how to fix bad teams and what makes the good ones at the start of the season great. In Fantasy Factory, Steve answers questions, including how fantasy owners should approach relief pitchers on their rosters. The boys round out the show with Collection Corner and some Yogi Berra trivia!

This week the boys start the show with talking about the Yankees winning streak. Don't hate us... They look to be the best team in the league. Is it for real? Home Runs are down so far. Is this good for baseball or bad? Why is the league doctoring the ball? The boys dive in. News came down this week about Trevor Bauer's two-year suspension. This is likely a death sentence for his career. After, the boys discuss manager Dusty Baker getting his 2,000th win. This asks the question: is he a top-10 manager of all-time now? We are now a little over a month into the season, which brings overreactions galore. Is Mike Trout going to win his 4th MVP? Is Eric Hosmer going to have a career year? Are the White Sox's and Tigers' rebuilds in trouble? The boys answer this and more. They round out the show with Fantasy Factory and Collection Corner. 

MLB's new Mr. 3,000, Miguel Cabrera not only has joined the club, he's also in some rare company, and the boys explain how special that is and who is next. Kyle Schwarber lost his mind over a slightly bad call which led to his ejection. Should baseball seriously consider robo umps? This discussion leads to the boys selecting their favorite ejections ever. In Fantasy Factory, the question looming over the AL West needs to be asked? How the heck are the Seattle Mariners in first place? And elsewhere, is Byron Buxton a top-10 outfielder? The boys give their takes and round out the show with Collection Corner.

Ronald Acuna Jr is eyeing his return in a couple weeks. Is he a fast healer or is he coming back way too soon to lead the team now that Freddie Freeman is gone? On the flip side of things, Mike Trout is battling a possible wrist injury. Is it time to hit the panic button for Angels fans and fantasy owners alike? Matt McLain recently hit a cycle on just seven pitches. This leads to a discussion on drafting prospects-- specifically the risks of drafting high school prospects over college prospects. The first week of fantasy baseball is in the books and the boys detail how their teams are faring in this week's Fantasy Factory. Steve answers listener questions and then picks his start or sit players of the week as well as important waiver wire pickups. The boys round out the show with Collection Corner.

A week into the season and we're already witnessing great moments, players, and teams. Off the field, well, there's been some rejected deals. Aaron Judge and the Yankees being one of them. Is Judge worth more than $230 Million? Does he want Mike Trout money or Bryce Harper money? What's his worth? And the biggest question that the boys ponder this episode: who the hell is Steven Kwan? The Cleveland Guardians player has broke out onto the scene this past week, leaving everyone wondering if this is for real or if this is a flash in the pan. Speaking of breakout players, the boys give their top-three early performers to start the season. Afterwards, they enter the long awaited Fantasy Factory! They discuss how their recent draft went, how some of MLB's rules take away from fantasy owners, start or sit lightning round and some waiver wire players to consider. They round out the show with Collection Corner.

Which offseason moves were the best? The boys make their picks. A day before the season starts, the boys give you a preview of the upcoming season, discussing top headlines, top rookies, players to watch, sleepers and division outlooks. You name it, they're covering it. Afterward, they finish out their Then & Now series by picking five through one of the greatest baseball games of all-time, and then select their top-five starting pitchers in the game right now. They round out the show with Collection Corner. It's a huge episode, so you don't want to miss out!

In the week before Opening Day, the boys have a lot to breakdown. Albert Pujols rejoins the Cardinals for his last hurrah with Yadier Molina and Adam Wainwright. Can they go the distance? Also, what's with all the injuries to start this season? From Ronald Acuna Jr., to Fernando Tatis Jr., to Jack Flaherty and Tyler Glasnow, some of the biggest names are starting the year on the IL. Afterwards, the boys make their season predictions including: Division winners, Cy Young picks, MVP picks, Rookie of the Year picks, Manager of the Years picks and World Series picks. You don't want to miss out! After, they make their selections for their Then & Now series continuing with 10 through 6 of the greatest games ever played. And then they pick the best designated hitters in the game right now. They round out the show with Collection Corner. It's a jam packed episode that you don't want to miss out on!