The Underdog MLB Show

On this week's episode, we begin by discussing the debate surrounding whether or not Madison Bumgarner's seven-inning no-hitter should be counted in the record books. From there, we discuss Jeff Bridich stepping down as GM of the Rockies, the Athletics winning streak being snapped at thirteen games, Fernando Tatis Jr. breaking the internet over the course of a weekend series against the Dodgers, both NY aces balling out, Neil Walker's retirement, Yasiel Puig landing in Mexico, and the idea of using sunscreen as an acceptable grip enhancer for pitchers.

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On this week's episode, we begin by discussing the struggles of the last place Yankees, before diving into Carlos Rodon's near-perfect game that resulted in a no-hitter agains the Indians. From there, we discuss Jay Bruce's retirement, proposed changes to move back the pitcher's mound and have a "double hook" DH, MLBs anti-trust exemption being at risk, the Mets toxic culture rearing its ugly head, suspensions for the Cubs, milestones for Scherzer and Yadier Molina, Sean Kazmar's return for the ages, and round 1 of the Dodgers and Padres.

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On this week's episode, we begin by discussing Joe Musgrove's no-hitter against the Rangers, the first in Padres franchise history. From there, we discuss Trevor Bauer becoming the first pitcher to have his game balls removed from play under the league's new foreign substance policy, umpiring blunders across the NL East, A-Rod's attempt to purchase the Minnesota Timberwolves, Craig Kimbrel's 350th save and Hall of Fame chances, Ross Atkins' extension with the Blue Jays, and injuries to All-Stars across baseball.

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On this week's episode, we begin by recapping the opening day and the first week of the MLB season. From there, we discuss Francisco Lindor's $341 million dollar extension with the Mets, Fernando Tatis Jr.'s shoulder injury, the All-Star Game being moved from Atlanta to Colorado, the Nationals season being delayed due to a COVID outbreak, benches-clearing between Cincinnati and St. Louis, an extension for David Fletcher and a new home for Rougned Odor, and Angel Hernandez getting owned in a court of law.

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On this week's episode, we begin by making our playoff picks for the 2021 season, with each of us having a different World Series Champion. From there, we discuss Eloy Jimenez's torn-pectoral injury that will cost him six months. Lance McCullers Jr. and Randy Dobnak's extensions, the MLB's attempts to crack down on pitchers using foreign substances, extension talks for Francisco Lindor and Carlos Correa, early injuries to Luke Voit and Nick Anderson, demotions for Sixto Sanchez and Nico Horner, Gio Gonzalez's retirement after a thirteen-year career, Mark Appel's potential return, and incentives for players to get vaccinated.

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On this week's episode, we begin by discussing our award picks for MVP, Cy Young, Manager of the Year, and Rookie of the Year for the 2021 season. From there, we discuss Salvador Perez's team-record four-year, $82 million extension, Ryan Braun's potential retirement, injuries to Carlos Carrasco, Zac Gallen, and Kirby Yates, Shohei Ohtani's potential as a two-way player this season, Juan Soto's insane ZIPs projections, Jack Leiter's no-hitter, Chris Christie joining the Mets board of directors, and a drug bust for the ages.

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On this week's episode, we begin by discussing Lebron James' purchase of a stake in the Fenway Sports Group, making him a partial owner of the Red Sox. From there, we pick each team's over/under win totals for the 2021 season, and go through Nick Markakis' retirement, and proposed rule changes to the bases, pickoff rules, and the shift. From there, we discuss injuries to Zach Britton, Carlos Carrasco, and Austin Nola, a new revenue sharing plan, contract renewals, Mikal Franco signing with the Orioles, Jacob deGrom pumping heat, which teams will have fans in the stands, and the potential end to A-Rod and J-Lo's relationship.

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On this week's episode, we begin by discussing new homes for Jackie Bradley Jr. (Milwaukee) and Jake Odorrizzi (Houston), the latter of which came after Framber Valdez suffered a potential season-ending finger injury. From there, we discuss the first major COVID-19 violation of spring training, where Jose Ramirez and Franmil Reyes were sent home after failing to follow team protocols. To wrap up, we discuss changes to the AAA schedule, video being permitted in the dugout for the 2021 season, the DH and expanded-playoffs being killed for 2021, the start of Lou Gehrig Day, Albert Pujols' age, and Trevor Bauer pitching with one eye open.

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On this week's episode, we begin by recapping the first three days of spring training games league wide. From there, we discuss Hunter Dozier's four-year extension with the Royals, Brian Snitker's extension as manager of the Braves, and what a potential Shane Bieber extension could look like for the Indians. From there, we discuss further fallout from controversy in Cleveland and Seattle, how to keep pitchers healthy this season, and rank which teams had the best and worst offseasons, and the top-five players at each position.

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On this week's episode, we begin by discussing Fernando Tatis' record fourteen-year, $340 million extension with the San Diego Padres, which will keep him in Southern California through his age thirty-five season. From there, we recap a series of moves in New York, including Brett Gardner and Justin Wilson returning to the Yankees, and Kevin Pillar and Taijuan Walker heading to the Mets. To wrap up, we dissect controversies surrounding former Mariners CEO Kevin Mather and Mets coach Ryan Ellis, discuss Tim Tebow and Albert Pujols' retirements, go through a variety of signings across baseball, and give our thoughts on the MLB Network ranking of the Top 100 players in the MLB.

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