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The staff of MLB.com's Cut4 looks at the whimsical side of baseball, debating everything from ballpark food to ballpark faux pas and walk-offs to walk-up music. Follow us on twitter @Cut4!

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MLB.com Cut4cast episodes:

01.16.2020
Hey, Go Watch a Baseball Game (Ep. 228)
After 228 episodes, this iteration of the Cut4Cast is at its end. In their last episode, Dakota and Gemma talk about New York’s status as a baseball town and Sean Doolittle’s great offseason honor – appearing as an answer in...
01.09.2020
How Much Baseball-Themed Taxidermy Is Too Much? (Ep. 227)
It’s the offseason, so join Dakota and Gemma in discussing a CNN reporter’s baseball-themed taxidermy project, Tim Tebow’s fourth season with the Mets organization and a hypothetical winter of free agency. If you were a baseball player, what would your...
12.11.2019
What Are the Winter Meetings and How Fun Are They? (Ep. 226)
What are the Winter Meetings? Why was the entire baseball world in San Diego for the second week of December? Gemma, Jake and Jordan explain what goes on at baseball’s biggest convention, share their best Winter Meetings stories and talk...
12.04.2019
Naps Are All You Need to Succeed (Ep. 225)
This week, Gemma is joined by Matt and Mike to talk about a delicious yet frightening new Minor League mascot, Ichiro’s return to the (well, a) diamond and Nelson Cruz’s penchant for naps. Yes, naps! They’re not just for toddlers...
11.27.2019
The Great Mascot War is Upon Us (Ep. 224)
This week, Gemma is joined by Chris and Chesterton for a Friendsgiving edition of the show. They discuss the Worcester WooSox’s happy mascot and an elaborate victory celebration in the Dominican Winter League. Then they turn to the most pressing...
11.20.2019
Call It San Fran, Whatever (Ep. 223)
Why is everyone in San Francisco so mad that Will Smith called the city “San Fran?” Really, someone tell Dakota and Gemma why. This week, they try to decode city nickname conventions, gush about Baby Yoda (because who isn’t), pick...
11.13.2019
Who is Going to Help Todd Frazier with All the Wild Turkeys on His Lawn? (Ep. 222)
What do baseball players like to do in the offseason? Apparently they rank fruits, hit golf balls into outer space and go on local news shows to complain about wild animals. Dakota and Gemma break down the week in bizarre...
11.06.2019
Do You Have a Baseball Doppelganger? (Ep. 221)
Are you pumpkin-spiced coffee person? Hunter Pence is, and he’s a coffee expert. Dakota and Gemma debate the merits of flavored coffees, but really just daydream about hanging out at Pence’s coffee shop. They also discuss baseball player doppelgangers and...
10.31.2019
We Love the Nats as Much as They Love Each Other (Ep. 220)
The Nationals won the World Series and Dakota and Gemma are elated by it. Juan Soto! Max Scherzer! Mr. National himself, Ryan Zimmerman! They discuss their favorite moments of the World Series and get a little emotional about the Nats...
10.24.2019
Who Knew Lady Gaga Was Such a Yankees Fan? (Ep. 219)
The Nationals made it to the World Series, and Dakota and Gemma could not be more excited for them. They’re even happy all of their postseason predictions were wrong! They discuss their favorite D.C. players, applaud Jose Altuve’s incredible ALCS...
10.17.2019
Who Is Baseball’s Hottest Manager? (Ep. 218)
Dakota and Gemma have been wrong about basically every postseason prediction they’ve made so far. But that’s OK! They’re happy for the Nationals and can’t wait to see if the Astros or Yankees will triumph. They discuss the vanquished Cardinals’...
10.09.2019
But is Kevin Kiermaier the Hottest Player in Baseball? (Ep. 217)
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10.03.2019
Believe in Yourself (Ep. 216)
Gemma is in Los Angeles for the NLDS, so Dakota is joined by Michael Clair this week – which is good, because his favorite player Yandy Diaz went off in the AL Wild Card Game. The two also discussed Tommy...
09.26.2019
Baseball is for Everyone (Ep. 215)
This week, Dakota and Gemma explore baseball outside of the Major Leagues. They delve in to Beep Baseball, a version of the game for the visually impaired, and learn about sandlot baseball in Austin, perhaps the chillest form of the...
09.18.2019
Grow the Mike Fiers Beard (Ep. 214)
Dakota is back from Philly, but sadly he did not take the time away to grow a Mike Fiers-esque weird beard. Gemma encourages him to take more risks with his facial hair. They also discuss playing spoiler in October and...
09.11.2019
Pete Alonso’s Shirt Was a Metaphor (Ep. 213)
Dakota is away in Philadelphia, so Gemma and Michael are teaming up this week. They break down which MLB mascot would clean up in the hypothetical mascot Olympics, talk about the weirdest baseball superstitions and explain how Pete ripping off...
09.04.2019
Is the Phanatic a Bird? (Ep. 212)
Dakota believes the Phanatic is obviously a bird. Gemma thinks there’s nothing obvious about it. They discuss the Phanatic’s mysterious Galapagos origin, and just fight about it a lot. They also wonder if you should boo someone on your own...
08.28.2019
Christian Yelich is Our Role Model (Ep. 211)
Christian Yelich did The Body Issue, and Dakota and Gemma think that makes him more of a role model than ever before. They especially support his decision to tell Body Issue-shamers to relax. They also discuss the Padres Rickrolling Red...
08.21.2019
The Little League Classic is Truly Magical (Ep. 210)
Gemma went to the Little League Classic, and she tells Dakota about watching it from a forklift. They also talk about the magic of seeing baseball up close, an MLB version of the classic video game “NBA Jam” and share...
08.14.2019
Are Baseball Players Hotter Than They’ve Ever Been? (Ep. 209)
Dakota and Gemma congratulate Yasiel Puig on becoming a US citizen, and get extremely excited for 2020’s “Field of Dreams.” They also support Tiffany Haddish in her quest to date Giancarlo Stanton and wonder if we’re in the peak age...
08.07.2019
Are the Astros Really the 2019 Season’s Bad Guys? (Ep. 208)
Dakota is back as he and Gemma decide if the Astros are the heroes or villains of the 2019 season. They also talk about the improbable story of the guy who got signed by the A’s after throwing one really...
08.01.2019
Every Team Should Be Trying to Trade for Yasiel Puig (Ep. 207)
Another Trade Deadline, another fan base that gets to bask in the glory of the Yasiel Puig Experience. Gemma and Chris list all the reasons why they're thrilled for the city of Cleveland — but mostly for Francisco Lindor. They...
07.31.2019
Every Team Should Be Trying to Trade for Yasiel Puig (Ep. 207)
Another Trade Deadline, another fan base that gets to bask in the glory of the Yasiel Puig Experience. Gemma and Chris list all the reasons why they're thrilled for the city of Cleveland - but mostly for Francisco Lindor. They...
07.24.2019
The Twins Are Here to Make the Yankees Miserable (Ep. 206)
Minnesota and New York spent 5+ hours putting on a Shakespearean drama. Gemma and Chris break down just how exhausted they are in the aftermath, as well as how worried (or not) our resident Yankees fan is about facing the...
07.17.2019
Gemma Went to the All-Star Game! (Ep.205)
Gemma went to Cleveland for the All-Star Game and has a lot to tell Dakota about it. They discuss the red carpet, the Media Day blitz and the greatest Home Run Derby of all time. They also choose the best...
07.08.2019
The Best Baseball Video Game in the History of Baseball Video Games is a Google Doodle (Ep. 204)
The Home Run Derby is mere days away, and there are still two slots left to be filled. Michael and Gemma think Josh Bell’s dad should take one of them and prove that he’s the most jacked baseball dad of...
07.07.2019
The Best Baseball Video Game in the History of Baseball Video Games is a Google Doodle (Ep. 204)
The Home Run Derby is mere days away, and there are still two slots left to be filled. Michael and Gemma think Josh Bell's dad should take one of them and prove that he's the most jacked baseball dad of...
06.26.2019
Would You Pitch With a Broken Nose? (Ep. 203)
With the All-Star Game right around the corner, Dakota and Gemma share their respective ballots and talk about why their ASG voting choices are objectively the best ones. They also discuss Max Scherzer’s incredible broken-nosed pitching performance and get dewy-eyed...
06.19.2019
We Need to Talk About Blooper’s Crime Spree (Ep. 202)
Once again, Braves mascot Blooper orchestrated a scheme to steal a notable player’s entire fortune. Bryce Harper was his latest target, so Dakota and Gemma wonder when he’ll strike again. They also discuss team-based tattoos, the M’s fan who tried...
06.12.2019
Is It OK to Bunt to Break Up a No-Hitter? (Ep. 201)
What’s the most athletic number in sports? Is it even possible to answer that question? This week, Dakota and Gemma try their best. They also talk about Keith Hernandez’s Tesla, Jay-Z’s deep involvement with the 2009 Yankees and if it’s...
06.05.2019
The Best Names in the 2019 MLB Draft Pool (Ep. 200)
How many “Trevor Tinders” are there in phones across the world? It turns out there’s at least one in the 2019 MLB Draft pool. This week, Dakota and Gemma choose their favorite names from the Draft, discuss Rougned Odor’s attempt...
05.29.2019
Who is MLB’s Most Jacked Dad? (Ep. 199)
MLB players are athletes … and so are their dads. Dakota and Gemma debate which MLB father’s biceps are the biggest (it’s got to be Earl Stroman’s), break down Rajai Davis’ Uber ride from Triple-A to the big league club...
05.23.2019
Take Meowwwwt to the Ball Game (Ep. 198)
Every podcast recorded in 2019 is required to talk about “Game of Thrones” for at least five minutes, so this week Dakota and Gemma wonder which MLB manager is which “Game of Thrones” character. They also discuss bringing cats to...
05.15.2019
BTS is a Blessing to Us All (But Especially Hyun-Jin Ryu) (Ep. 197)
BTS’ Yoongi visited Dodger Stadium and may have blessed Hyun-Jin Ryu. At least, Dakota and Gemma believe he did. They also wonder how serious Madison Bumgarner and Yasiel Puig’s beef is, laugh about Freddie Freeman playing baseball with his son...
05.08.2019
Are the Mets Camp? (Ep. 196)
Dakota and Gemma congratulate Blooper, the Braves mascot, on almost conning Manny Machado out of millions of dollars. They also discuss Khris Davis’ gifts to his team, Giancarlo Stanton’s New York lifestyle and A-Rod and J-Lo’s Met Gala looks. They...
05.01.2019
The Rise of Guerrero (Ep. 195)
Vlad Jr. made his long-awaited debut and Dakota and Gemma are extremely hyped. However, they are worried that Drake might have cursed him by accident. They also discuss Sean Doolittle’s Star Wars bobblehead and wonder if it’s ok to try...
04.24.2019
The Rays Are More Exciting Than Your Favorite Team (Ep.194)
What is happening to Bryce Harper’s hair? It appears to have solidified into a Michael McDonald-style helmet, and Dakota and Gemma are very concerned. They also talk about A-Rod’s dance skills, the joy of watching the Rays and the Avengers...
04.10.2019
Bringing Jorts Back (Ep. 193)
Baseball is already at peak baseball-ness: Yasiel Puig is getting in brawls, A-Rod is saying enigmatic things and someone brought their own hot dogs and SpaghettiOs to a ballpark. Dakota and Gemma talk about what's good and bad about fighting on the...
04.04.2019
The Brycecast (Ep. 192)
Baseball is back, and Bryce Harper has already played his first game back in D.C. There were boos, there were bat flips and there were busloads of Phillies fans. Of course, Dakota and Gemma did talk about things other than...
04.03.2019
The Brycecast (Ep. 192)
Baseball is back, and Bryce Harper has already played his first game back in D.C. There were boos, there were bat flips and there were busloads of Phillies fans. Of course, Dakota and Gemma did talk about things other than...
03.28.2019
Ichiro Was Baseball’s Most Beloved Player (Ep. 191)
At long last, baseball is back. Yes, Opening Day is nigh and it’s time for hot dogs, t-shirt cannons and ballgames that count. This week, Dakota, Gemma and Michael talk about their Opening Day traditions, 2019 season predictions and new...
03.27.2019
Ichiro Was Baseball's Most Beloved Player (Ep. 191)
At long last, baseball is back. Yes, Opening Day is nigh and it's time for hot dogs, t-shirt cannons and ballgames that count. This week, Dakota, Gemma and Michael talk about their Opening Day traditions, 2019 season predictions and new...
03.20.2019
Which Fanbase is Really the Happiest? (Ep. 190)
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03.14.2019
What’s Your Weirdest Rule Change Idea? (Ep. 189)
Dakota and Michael are excited to learn about the Atlantic League’s new rules and discuss just how crazy it would be to move the mound back two whole feet. They also break down just how good Bryce Harper looks in...
03.13.2019
What's Your Weirdest Rule Change Idea? (Ep. 189)
Dakota and Michael are excited to learn about the Atlantic League's new rules and discuss just how crazy it would be to move the mound back two whole feet. They also break down just how good Bryce Harper looks in...
02.27.2019
Mike Trout, Blizzard Chaser (Ep. 188)
Dakota, Gemma and Chris find Mike Trout’s obsession with the weather endearing, especially the fact that he drove through the Arizona desert trying to get closer to a snowstorm. They also discuss A-Rod’s first time at the Oscars, the inherent...
02.20.2019
The First Day of Spring Training is Like the First Day of School (Ep. 187)
Sure, new Padre Manny Machado probably got the biggest free-agent deal in sports history and actual baseball games are on the horizon, but Gemma and Michael are here to discuss the most important thing about Spring Training: Who showed up...
02.14.2019
Everyone Wants to Be Friends with Blake Snell (Ep. 186)
Everyone Wants to Be Friends with Blake Snell (Ep. 186)
02.06.2019
A-Rod and J-Lo Should Go on Survivor (Ep. 185)
Could you do a 10-day no-carb no-sugar diet? A-Rod and J-Lo did, and they celebrated with an enormous feast of pizza and fried food. Dakota and Gemma joined Matt Monagan to break down that diet, as well as to discuss...
02.01.2019
Yasiel Puig Doesn’t Think the Polar Vortex is a Big Deal (Ep. 184)
Dakota and Gemma chat baseball in the center of the polar vortex and examine new Ohioan Yasiel Puig’s opinion that it’s not really that cold out. They also discuss Didi Gregorius’ public transit choices and the Padres’ new uniforms. See Privacy...

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MLB.com Cut4cast episodes:

Hey, Go Watch a Baseball Game (Ep. 228)

How Much Baseball-Themed Taxidermy Is Too Much? (Ep. 227)

What Are the Winter Meetings and How Fun Are They? (Ep. 226)

Naps Are All You Need to Succeed (Ep. 225)

The Great Mascot War is Upon Us (Ep. 224)

Call It San Fran, Whatever (Ep. 223)

Who is Going to Help Todd Frazier with All the Wild Turkeys on His Lawn? (Ep. 222)

Do You Have a Baseball Doppelganger? (Ep. 221)

We Love the Nats as Much as They Love Each Other (Ep. 220)

Who Knew Lady Gaga Was Such a Yankees Fan? (Ep. 219)

Who Is Baseball’s Hottest Manager? (Ep. 218)

But is Kevin Kiermaier the Hottest Player in Baseball? (Ep. 217)

Believe in Yourself (Ep. 216)

Baseball is for Everyone (Ep. 215)

Grow the Mike Fiers Beard (Ep. 214)

Pete Alonso’s Shirt Was a Metaphor (Ep. 213)

Is the Phanatic a Bird? (Ep. 212)

Christian Yelich is Our Role Model (Ep. 211)

The Little League Classic is Truly Magical (Ep. 210)

Are Baseball Players Hotter Than They’ve Ever Been? (Ep. 209)

Are the Astros Really the 2019 Season’s Bad Guys? (Ep. 208)

Every Team Should Be Trying to Trade for Yasiel Puig (Ep. 207)

Every Team Should Be Trying to Trade for Yasiel Puig (Ep. 207)

The Twins Are Here to Make the Yankees Miserable (Ep. 206)

Gemma Went to the All-Star Game! (Ep.205)

The Best Baseball Video Game in the History of Baseball Video Games is a Google Doodle (Ep. 204)

The Best Baseball Video Game in the History of Baseball Video Games is a Google Doodle (Ep. 204)

Would You Pitch With a Broken Nose? (Ep. 203)

We Need to Talk About Blooper’s Crime Spree (Ep. 202)

Is It OK to Bunt to Break Up a No-Hitter? (Ep. 201)

The Best Names in the 2019 MLB Draft Pool (Ep. 200)

Who is MLB’s Most Jacked Dad? (Ep. 199)

Take Meowwwwt to the Ball Game (Ep. 198)

BTS is a Blessing to Us All (But Especially Hyun-Jin Ryu) (Ep. 197)

Are the Mets Camp? (Ep. 196)

The Rise of Guerrero (Ep. 195)

The Rays Are More Exciting Than Your Favorite Team (Ep.194)

Bringing Jorts Back (Ep. 193)

The Brycecast (Ep. 192)

The Brycecast (Ep. 192)

Ichiro Was Baseball’s Most Beloved Player (Ep. 191)

Ichiro Was Baseball's Most Beloved Player (Ep. 191)

Which Fanbase is Really the Happiest? (Ep. 190)

What’s Your Weirdest Rule Change Idea? (Ep. 189)

What's Your Weirdest Rule Change Idea? (Ep. 189)

Mike Trout, Blizzard Chaser (Ep. 188)

The First Day of Spring Training is Like the First Day of School (Ep. 187)

Everyone Wants to Be Friends with Blake Snell (Ep. 186)

A-Rod and J-Lo Should Go on Survivor (Ep. 185)

Yasiel Puig Doesn’t Think the Polar Vortex is a Big Deal (Ep. 184)