The Underdog MLB Show

On this week's episode, we begin by celebrating Miguel Cabrera's entry into the 3000th hit club as its 33rd member with an opposite-field single on Saturday against the Rockies. From there, we discuss Kyle Freeland's five-year extension, Cy Young winner Jake Arreita's retirement, the effect a pitch clock has had on the minor leagues, a change to the HOF Veteran's Club voting process, new player/team sponsorships, a 21-run outburst by the Cubs and a near-historic performance by the Rays bullpen, and an ugly scene in the Bronx between fans and the Guardians outfield.

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On this week's episode, we begin by highlighting some of this week's strongest performance's, including Vladimir Guerrero Jr's three-home run game at Yankee Stadium, and Nestor Cortes' 12-strikeout, immaculate inning performance against the Orioles. From there, we discuss Clayton Kershaw being removed following seven perfect innings against the Twins, Bryan Reynolds's two-year extension with the Pirates, the Giants throwing unwritten rules to the wind in a history making game against the Padres, the Lerner's potential sale of the Nationals, and the Red Sox's early contract talks with their star infielders.

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On this week's episode, we begin by recapping an action packed opening day that kicked off the 2022 MLB season. From there, we discuss Guardians' face of the franchise Jose Ramirez agreeing to a five-year extension, the Yankees and Aaron Judge failing to agree to an extension, new deals for Ryan Presley, Ke'Bryan Hayes, Garret Whitlock, and JP Crawford, and Taylor Rogers and Austin Meadows being moved on the eve of the season. To wrap up, we celebrate Todd Frazier's retirement and CC Sabathia moving to the commissioner's office, and discuss a lingering beef between Braves superstars past and present.

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On this week's episode, we begin by giving our superlatives for the 2021-22 MLB offseason, before picking each our playoff teams, World Series winner, and award winners for the upcoming 2022 season. From there, we discuss Albert Pujols' return to the Cardinals after a decade, Craig Kimbrel being traded for AJ Pollock, Sean Manea's move to San Diego, extensions for Katel Marte, Merrill Kelly, Emmanuel Clase, and Harrison Bader, Justin Upton's release, extensions for Mike Matheny and Charlie Montoyo, and early injuries to Jacob Degrom, Max Scherzer, and Lance Lynn.

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On this week's episode, we begin by discussing the current over/under win totals for each team heading into the 2022 MLB season. From there, we discuss arbitration figures being exchanged between players and their teams, which included 31 players heading to trial, and a record amount of money for Juan Soto. To wrap up, we discuss a pair of moves by the Rockies, Dave Roberts' three-year extension with the Dodgers, Andrew Miller's retirement after sixteen seasons, new rules and procedures for the 2022 season, and the MLB Network Top Ten list at each position.

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On this week's episode, we discuss a loaded week of hot-stove news that saw Freddie Freeman ending up with the Dodgers, Matt Olson and Kenley Jansen to the Braves, Carlos Correa to the Twins, Kris Bryant to the Rockies, Josh Donaldson and Anthony Rizzo to the Yankees, Trevor Story to the Red Sox, Seiya Suzuki to the Cubs, Matt Chapman to the Blue Jays, Kyle Schwarber and Nick Castellanos to the Phillies, Nelson Cruz to the Nationals, and Jessie Winker and Eugenio Suarez to the Mariners. To wrap up, we talk additional moves around the league, the new MLB schedule, new rules in the Atlantic League, and injuries to Fernando Tatis Jr. and Chris Sale.

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On this week's episode, we discuss the end of the lockout after the signing of a new CBA between MLB and the MLPBA, which included a raise in the minimum salary, an increase in CBT thresholds, a pre-arbitration bonus pool for players, a draft lottery, and expanded playoffs to twelve teams. From there, we discuss the hot stove heating up, with Carlos Rodon heading to SF, Clayton Kershaw heading back to LA, and Chris Bassit being traded to the Mets amongs a seris of moves. To wrap up, we discuss new streaming deals between MLB and NBC and Apple, and David Ross agreeing to an extension with the Cubs.

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On this week's episode, we begin by discussing the unsuccessful labor negotiations between the MLBPA and MLB leading up to the February 28th labor deadline, and the eventual cancellation of the first two series of the 2022 season. From there, we discuss reactions from around the league, and odds and ends pertaining to the cancellation of games, including owners voting against a CBT raise, service time problems, financial reserves for players, and funds set up for stadium workers. To wrap up, we discuss Derek Jeter stepping down as CEO of the Marlins due to a difference in vision from owner Bruce Sherman, and a historic hire for the Mets.

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On this week's episode, we begin by discussing a week's worth of labor disputes between the MLBPA and MLB, with topics being discussed including super-two status, service time qualifications, luxury tax markers and percentages, and a comprehensive draft lottery. From there, we discuss the Braves 2021 revenue totals, the Athletics revenue sharing shift, Paul O'Neill's number retirement by the Yankees, Oliver Perez's retirement, and NC State's Tommy White putting up a home run streak for the ages.

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On this week's episode, we begin by discussing the official delay of spring training, and the latest labor talks between the MLPBA and MLB. From there, we discuss Juan Soto's rejection of a $350 million extension, a potential extension timeline for Aaron Judge, and the verdict in the Tyler Skaggs death trial. To wrap up, we celebrate the 30th anniversary of "Homer At the Bat" and celebrate President's Day by picking our "All President's Team" and assembling a presidential cabinet made up of MLB players.

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