The season is just getting started and things are already getting weird.

In this episode, we break down the early wave of MLB injuries and how they’re already impacting the standings—plus which teams might already be in trouble.

We also bring back Buttered, Plain or Burnt, run through some Real or Noise takes, dive into fantasy baseball targets and traps, and close it out with Series to Watch heading into the weekend.

If you're looking for MLB analysis, fantasy insight, and real conversations about what's actually happening across the league, this one’s packed.

Timestamps:

00:00 – Intro + What’s going on around the league
01:15 – MLB Injury Wave: Cubs breakdown (rotation issues, bullpen struggles)
06:10 – Houston Astros: Injuries, losing streak, and early season concerns
12:15 – Toronto Blue Jays: Depth issues and falling behind in AL East

19:00 – Most surprising teams so far (overperformers & underperformers)

30:20 – Real or Noise segment (Jordan Walker, Ben Rice, Yordan Alvarez, Mason Miller)

49:20 – Buttered, Plain or Burnt returns (Rays, Pirates, Twins debate)

1:03:00 – Fantasy Baseball: Targets to add right now (Noah Schultz, José Fernández, Jakob Junis)
1:09:30 – Fantasy Traps to avoid (Cade Cavalli, Grant Holmes, Pete Crow-Armstrong)

1:15:00 – Series to Watch + Weekend Predictions

We’re one week into the MLB season and the takes are already flying.

In this episode, we break down one of the biggest shifts in baseball right now—teams locking up top prospects like Konnor Griffin, Colt Emerson, and Cooper Pratt before they even establish themselves in the majors. Is this the future of roster building?

Then we dive into early season overreactions—are the Red Sox actually this bad, are the Marlins for real, and could Shea Langeliers really chase history after Cal Raleigh’s 60-HR season?

We wrap it up with a fantasy snapshot—targets to pick up now, players to avoid, and a few early injury situations to monitor.

If you’re trying to stay ahead of the season, this is the episode you need.

TIMESTAMPS

00:00 – Intro & early season reactions
01:30 – Prospects getting paid (Griffin, Emerson, Pratt)
10:30 – Why teams are paying prospects early

18:30 – Real or Noise: Red Sox struggles
23:30 – Marlins hot start
28:30 – Langeliers vs 60 HR talk
32:30 – Dodgers historic pace
38:30 – White Sox expectations

42:00 – Casual Fan Segment

49:30 – Fantasy targets (adds)
55:30 – Fantasy traps (avoids)
58:30 – Injury notes & wrap-up

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We’re calling our shot.

In Episode 4, we break down full-season predictions across MLB—division winners, AL and NL champs, and who’s taking home the World Series. We also lock in our MVP and Cy Young picks for both leagues, plus hit on wildcard teams and a few bold takes that could age very well… or very poorly.

Let’s see who we’re riding with heading into the season.

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00:00 – Episode Intro & Prediction Rules
11:44 – AL East Predictions
17:44 – AL Central Predictions
23:57 – AL West Predictions
26:05 – NL Predictions Begin
30:49 – NL East Breakdown
34:36 – NL Central Predictions
37:23 – Cubs vs Brewers Debate
41:58 – NL West Predictions
46:12 – Wild Card Picks
48:15 – AL MVP & Cy Young
51:18 – NL MVP & Cy Young
52:24 – Final Award Picks
56:43 – League Winners & World Series
01:04:35 – Weekend Series Picks

AJ and Joe break down the dramatic finish to the 2026 World Baseball Classic, where Venezuela defeated Team USA 3–2 in the championship game at loanDepot Park to capture the country’s first WBC title.

The guys discuss how the U.S. lineup managed just three hits in the final, Bryce Harper’s late game-tying homer, and the controversial decision by manager Mark DeRosa not to use star reliever Mason Miller in a tie game before Venezuela scored the winning run in the ninth.

They also react to DeRosa saying he would like to manage Team USA again in the next WBC cycle and debate what the future of Team USA leadership should look like.

Plus, the show shifts to MLB news with the Boston Red Sox giving Caleb Durbin the third-base job, what that means for top prospect Marcelo Mayer, and how Boston’s infield could shape up heading into Opening Day.

To wrap things up, AJ and Joe dive into fantasy baseball strategy, highlighting five starting pitcher sleepers and discussing several buy-low or value draft targets around the league for hitters heading into the 2026 season.

A packed episode covering WBC fallout, MLB roster moves, and fantasy baseball prep.

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Chapters

00:00 – Intro

00:45 – World Baseball Classic Final Recap: Venezuela Defeats USA

09:24 – Mark DeRosa’s Future as Team USA Manager

17:26 – Red Sox Infield Update: Caleb Durbin & Marcelo Mayer

27:18 – Real or Noise: 2026 MLB Predictions

36:00 – World Series Favorite, Sleeper, and Fraud Picks

59:39 – Fantasy Baseball Sleepers: Starting Pitchers

1:05:12 – Buy Low / Value Draft Targets

1:16:15 – Outro

AJ and KC are back for Episode 2 of Toast Sports Baseball, and this one starts with one of the strangest moments in recent international baseball history. Team USA manager Mark DeRosa may have completely misunderstood the standings during the World Baseball Classic, raising serious questions about how the situation unfolded and what it means for Team USA moving forward.

The guys break down the controversial loss to Italy, the pitching decisions that may have set the game up to go sideways, and whether Team USA ultimately got lucky with how the rest of the pool played out.

They also debate whether DeRosa was the right choice to manage Team USA in the first place and what this moment could mean for his credibility as a baseball voice.

Plus, AJ and KC discuss the Chicago Cubs naming Matthew Boyd their Opening Day starter and touch on the WBC drama involving Randy Arozarena and Cal Raleigh.

A packed episode with WBC controversy, MLB headlines, and rapid-fire takes to close it out.

Chapters

00:00 — Introduction & WBC Drama
00:43 — Mark DeRosa’s WBC Standings Confusion
08:13 — Team USA’s Pitching Strategy
14:43 — Should DeRosa Keep Managing Team USA?
19:38 — The Case for Experienced Managers
22:42 — Team Construction & Player Roles
25:13 — Challenges Ahead for Team USA
25:45 — Cubs Name Opening Day Starter
31:10 — Cubs Rotation & Pitching Depth
36:02 — WBC Tension: Raleigh vs Arozarena Handshake Drama

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Season 2 of Toast Sports Baseball kicks off with real storylines already shaping the 2026 season. AJ, Joe, and KC dive into the early impact of MLB’s new ABS challenge system and what the early Spring Training data reveals about which teams are adapting quickly — and which ones aren’t.

The crew breaks down the most exciting prospect performances of the spring, including Konnor Griffin’s Opening Day case, Spencer Jones’ power surge, Charlie Condon’s adjustments against velocity, and Jac Caglianone’s approach at the plate. Are these legitimate signals or just March noise?

The conversation shifts to the World Baseball Classic, where Team USA’s pitching depth headlines the tournament. The hosts debate Tarik Skubal’s limited WBC pitch plan and whether it’s smart workload management or a soft compromise. They also tackle whether this is the strongest Team USA roster we’ve seen — and if anything less than a title would be a disappointment.

In “Real or Noise,” bold predictions are put on the table — including whether Griffin breaks camp, whether Team USA wins it all, and if Spencer Jones is truly the next great power hitter.

The episode closes with a deeper look at Shohei Ohtani’s ceiling entering 2026. If healthy, are we witnessing another historic season? And is the NL MVP race already tilted in his favor?

Finally, in the Fantasy Snapshot, the guys highlight Jackson Chourio as a breakout candidate and raise concerns about Matt Shaw’s role uncertainty. Plus: why Jarren Duran could be a strong buy — and why there’s reason for pause with Framber Valdez.

Season 2 starts with energy, strong takes, and a lot of baseball about to prove someone wrong.

Chapters

00:00 Welcome to Season 2 of Toast Sports Baseball
01:35 ABS Challenge System: Early Trends and Strategy
09:18 Spring Training Standouts: Griffin, Condon, Jones & Caglianone
19:20 Tarik Skubal’s WBC Pitch Limit: Smart or Soft?
27:05 Real or Noise: Bold Predictions for 2026
33:45 Spencer Jones and the Future of Power Hitting
36:40 Offseason Winners: Dodgers vs. Braves
40:55 Baltimore Orioles: Aggressive Spending and a New Direction
45:05 Shohei Ohtani’s Ceiling: Another Historic Season?
52:40 Fantasy Snapshot: Chourio Up, Shaw in Question

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The Dodgers repeat as World Series champs in an instant classic Game 7 — capped by Will Smith’s 11th-inning go ahead shot and Yoshinobu Yamamoto’s zero-rest heroics. We break down Shohei Ohtani’s historic postseason — 10 Ks and 3 HRs in one NLCS game — plus the Blue Jays’ near-miss, the Mariners’ bright future, and the Brewers’ collapse. Then we dig into payroll vs revenue, why MLB needs a salary floor, and what’s next this offseason. Season 1 finale — thanks for riding with us. 🔥

Episode Summary
Dodgers’ dynasty talk, Toronto’s heartbreak, and Ohtani’s legendary October headline our postseason recap. We hit Yamamoto’s dominance, Vlad Jr.’s breakout, Seattle’s next steps, and how Milwaukee ran out of juice. The crew closes out Season 1 debating which teams are built to last — and how MLB’s spending gap shapes the game.

Timestamps
00:00 Intro & Dodgers repeat
03:00 Yamamoto’s MVP-level postseason
05:20 Will Smith’s record-setting series
08:00 Blue Jays’ heartbreak & future outlook
17:20 Shohei Ohtani’s historic NLCS
24:20 Mariners’ what-ifs & offseason needs
46:30 Brewers’ postseason collapse
53:20 Payroll vs revenue debate
1:07:00 Salary-floor talk & MLB lockout outlook
1:14:20 Season 1 wrap-up and thanks

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The regular season is over and the playoff bracket is locked in. In this episode, we break down all the top stories in baseball: the Mets collapsing on the final day, the Reds sneaking in despite losing to Milwaukee, and the Blue Jays winning the AL East to set up a Yankees–Red Sox Wild Card clash in the Bronx. We also look at the Cubs vs. Padres series, whether the Dodgers can cruise past the Reds, and Shohei Ohtani tying a franchise record with 55 home runs. Plus, the Astros miss the playoffs for the first time since 2016, Pete Alonso opts out to test free agency, and we share injury updates, fantasy baseball reflections, and predictions for the Wild Card round.

Chapters
00:00 – Playoff Intro
01:20 – Mets Collapse
12:06 – Reds Sneak In
22:44 – Blue Jays Take the East
28:47 – Yankees vs. Red Sox Wild Card
36:07 – Why Game One Matters
39:26 – Cubs vs. Padres Breakdown
46:32 – Ohtani’s 55 HR Season
51:01 – Astros Miss October
57:15 – Pete Alonso Hits Free Agency
01:01:48 – Mets’ Rotation Concerns
01:06:30 – Fantasy Recap
01:14:04 – Injury Notes & Wild Card Picks
01:23:26 – Boston vs. New York Predictions

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Summary

In Episode 25 of Toast Sports Baseball, we dive into the final week of the regular season. The Guardians are red-hot and closing in on the Tigers in the AL Central, while the Reds’ sweep of the Cubs has shaken up the NL Wild Card race. Mike Trout joins the 400-homer club, and Cal Raleigh passes Ken Griffey Jr. with his record-setting 57th bomb of the year.

We spotlight breakout prospects like Konnor Griffin and Kevin McGonigle, break down the latest injuries, and run through who’s hot and who’s not heading into October. Plus, our “Buttered, Plain, or Burnt” segment takes on Bobby Witt Jr., Gunnar Henderson, and Elly De La Cruz. The crew closes with series predictions and a look ahead to the postseason.

Chapters

00:00 – Guardians’ Surge in the AL Central
11:53 – Reds’ Wild Card Push & Cal Raleigh’s HR Record
16:56 – Mike Trout’s 400th HR & Hall of Fame Legacy
34:49 – MVP Race & Team Dynamics
39:12 – Minor League Prospects to Watch
51:00 – “Buttered, Plain, or Burnt?” (Witt, Henderson, De La Cruz)
1:00:38 – League Standings & Playoff Picture
1:06:21 – October Predictions & Team Outlooks
1:09:21 – Key Injury Updates
1:11:29 – Hot & Cold Players of the Week
1:18:09 – Final Regular Season Series PicksStay Toasty!!

In this episode of Toast Sports Baseball, we break down the biggest storylines around the league. We dive into Kyle Schwarber’s looming free agency and what his next contract might look like, the Red Sox’s playoff hopes as they face one of the toughest schedules down the stretch, and the Mets’ shaky position despite Pete Alonso’s walk-off heroics.

We also dig into the AL MVP race — Cal Raleigh’s historic power surge versus Aaron Judge’s all-around dominance — and debate the lasting impact of utility players like Javy Báez, Whit Merrifield, and Ben Zobrist. Plus, we check in on the current standings, injury updates, standout performances from the past two weeks, and give our predictions for the upcoming series and matchups.

Timestamps

00:00 – Kyle Schwarber’s Free Agency Buzz
09:44 – Red Sox Playoff Hopes & Tough Schedule
19:37 – Mets’ Skid, Alonso’s Walk-Off & Wild Card Race
29:01 – Can the Mets Recover Down the Stretch?
32:13 – Cal Raleigh’s Historic 54th HR & MVP Push
36:43 – Aaron Judge vs. Cal Raleigh: MVP Debate
46:12 – Buttered, Plain & Burnt: Utility Player Spotlight (Baez, Merrifield, Zobrist)
53:41 – MLB Standings Check-In
01:01:37 – Injury Updates & Standout Performances
01:11:21 – Predictions for Key Upcoming Series

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