*Before Dan goes to discussing Ukraine, he checks in with Boston Globe Sports Business Reporter Michael Silverman on the MLB talks between players and owners and how the upcoming season looks to play out.*

Then Dan begins Ukraine talks:

The conflict continues in Ukraine as Russian President Vladimir Putin continues to urge his troops to overthrow the Ukrainian government. So far, Ukraine has stood their ground holding off the Russian troops despite their continuing attacks. Today, Russia and Ukraine held their first round of peace talks in an effort to squash the ongoing fighting. Dan covers the ever-changing situation in Ukraine and takes your calls.