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Adam Weinrib and MLB insider Robert Murray are joined by Sports Illustrated’s Ryan Phillips to break down the biggest developments heading into the MLB postseason.

The guys check in on the Padres before discussing Jesús Luzardo landing on the IL and what his uncertain status means for the Phillies’ October chances. Then, they tackle the Astros’ looming roster crunch after Carlos Correa’s shutdown, Pete Alonso’s bizarre return to Citi Field and whether the Mets regret letting him walk.

Plus, which returning player could become the biggest late addition to a playoff roster?

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Adam Weinrib and FanSided prospect expert Eric Cole search for the minor leaguers who could follow the paths of 2026’s breakout MLB rookies.

Then, Eric reveals what he learned from watching a massive amount of 2026 Bowman Chrome get opened, including just how difficult some of the product’s biggest chase cards actually are to pull.

Chapters:

0:00 MLB’s Next Breakout Rookies

4:28 Who’s the Next Kevin McGonigle?

7:25 The Next JJ Wetherholt

11:06 Who’s the Next Carter Jensen?

14:15 The Next Payton Tolle

18:40 Who Could Follow Jac Caglianone’s Path?

21:35 Harsh Bowman Chrome Realities

24:36 Is Opening Wax Still Worth It?

25:46 Final Thoughts

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Minor-League Comps for MLB’s Most Impressive Rookies + Harsh Bowman Chrome Realities | The Baseball Insiders

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Adam Weinrib and MLB insider Robert Murray revisit some of their biggest assumptions as the playoff races tighten. Are the White Sox suddenly in danger of losing the AL Central to Cleveland, and are the remaining Wild Card spots essentially down to a handful of teams?

Then, they discuss Rafael Devers’ season-ending surgery and whether his scorching finish changes the Giants’ offseason options before reopening the AL MVP debate between Yordan Alvarez, Junior Caminero and Cam Schlittler.

Plus, Adam gives the Mets some credit for their emerging young core before explaining why letting Pete Alonso walk still looks like a massive mistake ahead of his return to Citi Field.

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Adam Weinrib and MLB insider Robert Murray catch up on the latest news and rumors around baseball, starting with the Dodgers’ surprise promotion of Josue DePaula directly from Double-A as Shohei Ohtani gets a much-needed break.

Robert then breaks down the upcoming Japanese free-agent market before confirming that Spencer Strider was discussed in the Braves’ pursuit of Jacob deGrom and explaining why Strider could remain a trade candidate this offseason.

Plus, they revisit several deadline moves that have already gone sideways and Robert empties the notebook with front-office names to watch around MLB.

Chapters:

0:00 Intro & Latest MLB Rumors

2:01 Dan Wilson & Kurt Suzuki’s Futures

5:30 Dodgers Shockingly Call Up Josue DePaula

9:23 Japanese Stars Coming to MLB

13:23 Spencer Strider for Jacob deGrom Was REAL?!

16:23 Giants as a Spencer Strider Trade Fit?

18:51 MLB’s Trade Deadline Deals Gone Wrong

22:11 Robert Murray Empties the Notebook

24:43 Final Thoughts

25:11 Yankees-Mets & September 11

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MLB Catchup: Dodgers Promote Josue DePaula, Japanese Free Agents, Rangers-Braves Rumor? | The Baseball Insiders

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Adam Weinrib and MLB insider Robert Murray are joined by Sports Illustrated’s Nick Selbe to break down some of baseball’s biggest questions heading toward October.

Aaron Judge is back with the Yankees, but what should we make of his return? Meanwhile, Shohei Ohtani’s uncertain status raises major questions for the Dodgers as the Diamondbacks and Padres battle in the NL playoff race.

The guys also rank the biggest threats to Los Angeles, debate whether Josh Hader is the closer they trust most in October and discuss the latest MLB expansion possibilities, including Salt Lake City’s potential place in baseball’s future.

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Adam Weinrib and FanSided prospect expert Eric Cole hand out their 2026 Minor League Prospect Awards, highlighting the players who made the biggest impression this season.

Chapters:

0:00 2026 Minor League Prospect Awards

2:42 Player of the Year

5:23 Pitcher of the Year

7:28 Biggest Breakout

10:40 Best 2026 Draft Debut

13:59 Early 2027 Rookie of the Year Pick

17:12 Biggest Step Back

20:36 Who Could Take a Huge Leap in 2027?

23:09 Best Farm System in Baseball

24:36 Final Prospect Takeaways

25:31 Bowman Chrome & Outro

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End-of-Minor-League-Season Awards: Most Impressive Breakouts, Draftees | The Baseball Insiders

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Adam Weinrib and MLB insider Robert Murray bring out the receipts and revisit their worst MLB takes of the 2026 season.

From Robert picking the Mariners to win the AL West to both guys believing in the Mets and Pirates, they break down exactly where their predictions went wrong and which ones might not have been as crazy as they look now.

Robert also doubles down on the Padres winning the World Series, Adam revisits his Marlins-over-Phillies take and Tarik Skubal-Braves idea, and the guys discuss Craig Breslow’s future in Boston. Plus, just how brutal is the Reds’ September schedule?

Chapters:

0:00 Our Worst MLB Takes of 2026

2:10 Robert’s Mariners Prediction Implodes

5:40 Mariners Out, Blue Jays In?

9:30 Adam’s Marlins-Phillies Take

13:22 Robert STILL Picks the Padres to Win It All

14:56 How Did We Get the Mets So Wrong?

18:58 We Actually Believed in the Pirates

22:02 Tarik Skubal to Atlanta & Craig Breslow’s Future

24:30 The Reds’ INSANE September Schedule

25:49 Final Thoughts

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Examining Our Worst Hot Takes of the Season. Where Did We Go Wrong? | The Baseball Insiders

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The Angels have been sold to Stan Kroenke, and Adam Weinrib, MLB insider Robert Murray and Sports Illustrated’s Will Laws break down the stunning ownership change and what comes next in Anaheim.

How quickly could Kroenke reshape the organization? What does the sale mean for John Mozeliak, a potential rebuild, the stadium situation and, most importantly, Mike Trout’s chances of getting back to October before the end of his career?

Plus, the guys turn their attention to September call-ups, picking the prospects they’re most excited to see, the biggest surprise snubs and which teams could get an immediate boost from their young talent.

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Adam Weinrib and FanSided prospect expert Eric Cole go card-nerdy with their complete 2026 Bowman Chrome Baseball preview.

They break down the biggest international prospect chases, a loaded rookie class, undervalued names worth watching after the release day hype dies down and the players Eric believes collectors should approach with caution.

Plus, they discuss the complicated value of non-first prospect autos and pick their favorite inserts and variations from this year’s product.

Chapters:

0:00 2026 Bowman Chrome Preview

2:53 Biggest Prospect Chases

6:22 Rookie Cards You Want to Pull

10:13 Undervalued Prospects to Watch

13:49 More Bowman Chrome Names to Know

14:46 Are Non-First Prospect Autos Worth It?

18:33 The Most Overhyped Chases

22:14 Best Inserts & Variations

24:56 Final Thoughts & What We’re Chasing

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2026 Bowman Chrome: Best Prospects to Chase & Players to AVOID | The Baseball Insiders

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The Baseball Insiders break down a wild weekend around MLB! Adam Weinrib and Robert Murray dive into the controversial Ceddanne Rafaela catch against the Yankees, the Yankees’ series win over Boston, Mason Miller’s bizarre game-tying home run, and the latest waiver wire madness involving Luis Robert Jr. and John Schreiber. Plus, has Pete Crow-Armstrong done enough to become a legitimate MVP—and possibly UNANIMOUS—candidate? And are the Mariners still contenders?

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