The Bat Boy

Episode 10 of The Bat Boy delivers a full in-depth preview of the 2026 World Baseball Classic three days before first pitch, explaining the four-pool format, locations, pitch-count limits, mercy rule, and tiebreakers, and briefly recapping Japan’s 2023 win over USA and USA’s 2017 title. I’ll break down key rosters and competitive outlooks across pools, ultimately giving my final predictions for each round!

03:12 Rules & Format

05:49 Previous WBC Recaps

09:27 Pool A

14:09 Pool B

17:02 Pool C

17:48 Pool D

20:52 Chinese Taipei

23:02 Korea

27:11 Japan

31:55 Venezuela

32:37 Dominican Republic

33:57 USA

36:49 Predictions

39:19 Conclusion

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We’ve reached the Texas Rangers, as part of my 2026 MLB Team Preview series! I discuss their underwhelming 81-81 finish to 2025, as well as a look ahead into 2026. I go over some major injuries, including the top prospect in the organization, who will miss all of this season. I also cover position battles to monitor in Spring Training, as well as a closer look at a newly acquired pitcher!

00:45 2025 Recap

02:11 Notable Transactions

03:08 Spring Training

07:08 Position Battles

12:35 Player Focus

14:18 2026 Outlook

15:42 Conclusion

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Episode 13 of the 2026 MLB Team Preview series focuses on the San Diego Padres after a 90–72 2025 season and a second-place NL finish. The show covers notable transactions, spring training storylines include injury updates on Canning (Achilles) and reliever Jason Adam (quad surgery), plus a deep dive on Sung Moon Song’s KBO production, defensive profile, and potential path to playing time. The outlook projects San Diego’s success hinging on getting enough innings from starters to hand leads to the bullpen.

00:43 2025 Recap

01:02 Notable Transactions

02:01 Spring Training

05:41 Position Battles

08:25 Player Focus

11:43 2026 Outlook

13:39 Conclusion

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Episode 12 of the 2026 MLB Team Preview series focuses on the Pittsburgh Pirates. The host recaps Pittsburgh’s 2025 season (71–91, last in the division) and reviews offseason moves. I’m skeptical about the 2026 outlook due to rotation depth but I expect improvement in 2027 if a couple prominent prospects develop properly. Also, should Paul Skenes be traded?!

00:38 2025 Season Recap

00:53 Notable Transactions

02:16 Spring Training

09:39 Position Battles

11:57 Player Focus

13:37 2026 Outlook

14:29 Conclusion

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We have reached the San Francisco Giants! In our 11th installment of the 2026 MLB Team Preview series, we discuss the Giants’ recent history of continuous mediocrity. I also go through some moves that may have a very positive, yet also negative, influence on the 2026 season!

00:47 2025 Recap

01:31 Notable Transactions

02:12 Spring Training

06:08 Position Battles

06:55 Player Focus

09:50 2026 Outlook

11:43 Conclusion

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We have reached the “No City” Athletics! In our 10th installment of the 2026 MLB Team Preview series, we discuss the Athletics’ successful 2025 season, and potentially even better 2026 season! We also discuss the outfield situation, as well as the, hopefully, open tryout for the 4th and 5th rotation spots!

00:46 2025 Recap

01:42 Notable Transactions

02:49 Spring Training

09:07 Position Battles

10:32 Player Focus

13:06 2026 Outlook

13:51 Conclusion and Tomorrow’s Preview!

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Episode nine opens with my kids doing the intro, teasing a show focused on spring training injuries, the recent hamate bone surge, and whether Bryce Harper is upset enough with the Phillies to be traded!

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Episode 9 of the 2026 MLB Team Preview series focuses on the Tampa Bay Rays. It recaps a 77–85 2025 season (4th in the division) and notes the Rays have missed the playoffs two straight years after qualifying from 2019–2023. The script covers notable additions, what to watch for in Spring Training, and position battles to monitor. The outlook concludes the Rays could be competitive, with McClanahan’s health heavily influencing their ceiling.

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Episode eight of the 2026 MLB Team Preview series focuses on the Miami Marlins. The outlook frames Miami as a promising, playoff-fringe team with young offensive talent and pitching prospects Max Meyer, Thomas White, and Robby Snelling, with expectations to see Meyer and possibly Snelling in 2026. 

00:50 2025 Marlins Recap:

02:04 Offseason Moves

03:29 Spring Training

09:41 Position Battles

11:23 Player Focus

13:14 2026 Outlook

15:04 Wrap-Up

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In this episode of the MLB 2026 Preview Series, we dive into the Cincinnati Reds' promising outlook for the season. Following their first playoff appearance since 2013*, the Reds are gearing up for a competitive year with new roster additions like Eugenio Suarez, JJ Bleday, and three strong relief pitchers. The episode also highlights key players to watch, such as Elly De La Cruz and Sal Stewart. Special shout-out to Dubby Energy for their hydration blends and promotions. Tune in for detailed analyses, bold predictions, and much more!

00:00 Introduction and Sponsor Shoutout

01:09 Cincinnati Reds 2025 Season Recap

02:40 Offseason Moves and New Additions

03:38 Spring Training

07:11 Position Battles

07:36 Player Focus

09:16 2026 Season Outlook and Predictions

10:40 Closing Remarks

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