MLB Trade Rumors Podcast

Anthony Franco joins Darragh McDonald to discuss the Rays' plans to play in a minor league facility in 2025 and the potential of relocation if their new stadium deal falls through. Also, the restructuring of Diamond Sports and the new deal that got them out of bankruptcy.

Listener question topics include whether the Red Sox could target both Garrett Crochet and a top-end free agent, the rumored deal that would send Jonathan India to Kansas City for Brady Singer, and if the Orioles will be big players in free agency this offseason.

Anthony Franco joins Darragh McDonald to discuss news that Japanese ace Roki Sasaki will get posted this offseason and be available at a minimum salary, the strange situation of Gerrit Cole opting out of his contract with the Yankees, then rescinding it to stay on his original deal, what the Cardinals will do after reports that they plan to retool, but have some veterans that don't want to be traded, a deal that sent Jorge Soler to the Angels for Griffin Canning, the overall trend of the Braves moving money around to make payroll space for 2025, and the Dodgers again announcing that Mookie Betts will move to the infield. 

Tim Dierkes, Steve Adams and Anthony Franco all join Darragh McDonald to break down and discuss the site's annual list of the Top 50 MLB Free Agents With Predictions. They talk about the big names, controversial picks, unexpected destinations and much more. 

Steve Adams joins Darragh McDonald to discuss the massive amount of payroll flexibility that the Mets will have going into this offseason, other teams that will join the Mets in pursuit of Juan Soto, and how the Rangers will try to get better while also getting below the luxury tax threshold. 

Listener question topics include whose postseason performance will land them more money in free agency, if a Ryan Mountcastle/Ryan Helsley trade would make sense, if Rowdy Tellez is a good target for the Tigers, and whether Justin Verlander should transition into being a closer. 

Steve Adams joins Darragh McDonald to discuss the Yankees/Dodgers World Series matchup, reports that White Sox' owner Jerry Reinsdorf is having talks to sell the team and whether it could lead to a new stadium deal or relocation for the club. Also, what the ramifications will be for the Rays after the hurricane damaged Topicana Field's roof. There are a lot of unknowns about where they will play and how it will affect their finances.

Listener question topics include whether it's a good idea for the Guardians to trade Josh Naylor, what extensions for Masyn Winn and Alec Burleson could look like, and what the Red Sox will do this winter.

Anthony Franco joins Darragh McDonald to discuss developments in the Twin Cities, including the Twins being up for sale, the firing of their GM, and the announcement that MLB will take over broadcasting of their games next season. 

In an extended mailbag, topics include if the Cubs will try to trade from their glut of top prospects, possibilities for the Orioles in their first offseason under new ownership, if the Rangers should resign Nathan Eovaldi, whether the Blue Jays could target Willson Contreras in a trade, and how the Padres can continue to be competitive as they face a payroll crunch. 

Anthony Franco joins Darragh McDonald to give a preview of the starting pitchers that will headline MLBTR's upcoming annual top 50 free agents list. They also talk about the teams affected by the recent news from the Diamond Sports bankruptcy case and speculate on which other teams could be big spenders this offseason.

Listener question topics include which Tigers would be good extension candidates and whether shorter games lead to less concession money for teams. 

Anthony Franco joins Darragh McDonald to discuss a flurry of front office changes including the Giants replacing Farhan Zaidi with former player Buster Posey and Chaim Bloom taking on a larger role with the Cardinals as he transitions into John Mozeliak's job as president of baseball operations. 

Listener question topics include the trade value of Cardinals' veterans in case the team rebuilds, where Paul Goldschmidt could sign as a free agent, how Cleveland's rotation will shake out next year, and if it's time for the Marlins to move on from Edward Cabrera and Jesus Sanchez.

Steve Adams joins Darragh McDonald to discuss the high emotions heading into the final home series for the Oakland A's, the amazing run the Tigers have been on to get into the wild card picture and their strong core moving forward, if the Nationals could make a run at signing Juan Soto after GM Mike Rizzo's comments about the team wanting to add a big bat, the team sending down CJ Abrams for off-field reasons, and the Reds firing manager David Bell. 

Listener question topics include what Plan B will be for the Yankees if they miss out on Juan Soto, if the Pirates will add offense this offseason to supplement their pitching core, and which teams will be most interested in Willy Adames.

Anthony Franco joins Darragh McDonald to discuss the odd circumstances that led to Matt Chapman's extension, where ownership and Chapman hammered out the deal without the assistance of GM Farhan Zaidi or agent Scott Boras, Tyler Glasnow's arm injury and the continuing trend of Dodgers' pitchers getting injured. and the report that the Mike Trout could play fewer innings in center field next year in hopes of avoiding injuries.

Listener question topics include what the strengths and weaknesses are for all of the teams in position to make the playoffs and what Atlanta can do this offseason to shore up their roster.