This week, we look into the race for the NL West and what the wild-card game represents for the team that doesn’t win the division (3:16) before discussing the final spot of the NL wild card (22:56). Then we highlight Shohei Ohtani’s inclusion in Time’s list of the 100 most influential people (34:41) and analyze Ryan Braun’s career after he announced his retirement (49:06).

Hosts: Michael Baumann, Ben Lindbergh, Zach Kram
Associate Producer: Stefan Anderson
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The Race for the NL West, Ohtani’s Impact, Plus a Look at This Weekend’s Picks

The Ringer baseball crew brings you the analysis, humor, player breakdowns, and instant reactions you need for the MLB season. TUES: ‘Baseball BBQ’ with Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman. FRI: ‘The Ringer MLB Show’ with Michael Baumann, Ben Lindbergh, and Zach Kram.

Sports

With the lockout in full effect, we look ahead to 2022 and make a list of things we hope the baseball season will deliver, on or off the field. Plus: Hall of Fame selection reactions.

Hosts: Michael Baumann and Zach Kram
Producer: Bobby Wagner
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Our 2022 MLB Wish List

Just as we did at the end of 2020, we cap off the MLB calendar by building a time capsule of the most important physical items that represent the most memorable moments in baseball in 2021. From Sergio Romo’s belt to Steve Cohen’s phone, we spare no detail (1:00). Plus, we talk to Todd Isaacs Jr. about the upcoming home run derby in the Bahamas: Don’t Blink Home Run Derby in Paradise (1:07:00).

Hosts: Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman
Guest: Todd Isaacs Jr.
Producer: Bobby Wagner
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The 2021 MLB Time Capsule

For the first time since 1995, there is a work stoppage in MLB. We answer your biggest questions: What is a lockout? Why have negotiations between the MLB and MLBPA failed to produce a new CBA before the Dec. 1 deadline? Will this lockout threaten the 2022 season? And more.

Hosts: Michael Baumann and Zach Kram
Producer: Bobby Wagner
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The Seven Biggest MLB Lockout Questions, Answered

Max Scherzer signed with the Mets. Corey Seager and Marcus Semien signed with the Rangers. Kevin Gausman signed with the Blue Jays. Robbie Ray signed with the Mariners. Our heads are spinning. We break down every major signing and trade in the last week and speculate on where the remaining free agents might end up.

Hosts: Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman
Producer: Bobby Wagner
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The MLB Free-Agent Market Just Exploded

We discuss the posting process for Seiya Suzuki (8:00) and react to the Justin Verlander and Aaron Loup deals (19:00). Then, we’re joined by director Randy Wilkins to discuss the Yankees' decision to designate Tyler Wade for assignment (39:00). Lastly, we give our thoughts on the Hall of Fame (52:00) and bring back Good, Bad, Uggla.  

Hosts: Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman
Guest: Randy Wilkins
Producer: Bobby Wagner
Associate Producer: Mike Wargon
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The Race for the NL West, Ohtani’s Impact, Plus a Look at This Weekend’s Picks

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