On this week's episode, Russ takes a deep dive into the Tampa Bay Rays being the best team in MLB going into June. Next, Russ discusses the early-season dominance by Milwaukee Brewers' ace Jacob Misiorowski. He breaks down the Chicago Cubs' cold stretch in May after a red-hot April. Finally, Russ gives his thoughts on a social media trend on if an average Joe can get a hit off Pittsburgh Pirates superstar Paul Skenes.

On this week's episode, Russ discusses the Chicago White Sox, who have been one of the early surprises of the the 2026, Next, he gives some love to the Philadelphia Phillies, who have been red hot since firing their manager Rob Thomson and hiring interim manager Don Mattingly. Finally, a discussion on the increase in injuries around Major League Baseball.

On this week's episode of "The Relay with Russ Dorsey", Russ starts the podcast discussing the strange start to the season for Fernando Tatis Jr. He later talks through the San Francisco Giants' frigid start to the year and explores moves they could make. Finally, Russ talks about how well the A's have been playing and the hot start by Shea Langeliers.

On this week's episode, Russ discusses the news that Detroit Tigers' ace Tarik Skubal will miss two months to undergo elbow surgery, Next, a conversation on the American League being pretty mediocre going into May. Later, Russ talks about the New York Yankees decision to make José Caballero their everyday shortstop. Finally, Kyle Schwarber reaches 350 homers, Russ ponders his chase for 500 and if he might have a chance to get to Cooperstown.

On this week's episode, Russ starts the show by discussing the Boston Red Sox firing of manager Alex Cora and five coaches before a conversation about the Red Sox's recent dysfunctions since winning the World Series in 2018. Later, Russ talks through three managers who could be on the hot seat next, including Phillies manager Rob Thomson, Astros manager Joe Espada and Mets manager Carlos Mendoza.

On this week's episode, Russ starts the show by discussing the New York Mets' 11-game losing streak and what has gone wrong for them in April. Next, he talks about Angels' superstar Mike Trout looking healthy again. Russ discusses how the NL Central is looking like the most competitive division in MLB and why Munetaka Murakami might be a dude.

On this week's episode, Russ talks about why he doesn't react to small sample sizes and gives fans three dates to consider while evaluating their team. Later, he discusses the fast start by St. Louis Cardinals right fielder Jordan Walker and Los Angeles Angels starter José Soriano. Also, a conversation on why New York Mets' shortstop Francisco Lindor doesn't look right.

On this week's episode, Russ recaps the MLB debut of MLB's #1 prospect, Konnor Griffin. He then discusses what his arrival means for the Pittsburgh Pirates and more. He later goes through the injuries already hitting rotations around baseball and his thoughts on ABS. Finally, Russ introduces a new segment called "MY GUY" of the week.

On this week's episode, Russ recaps an exciting first weekend of MLB regular-season action including the rookies making an impact. Then, Russ goes through a a few of the contract extensions finalized and talks through how contract extensions come together. He also discusses what Tony Vitello will have to learn as a big-league manager.

MLB insider Russell Dorsey discusses his three storylines to watch throughout the 2026 season ahead of Opening Day. He later takes a look at players who have his attention this upcoming season and a few players who he's looking to have bounce-back years. He adds a few season predictions to finish the show.