Baseball Connection

MLB bloodlines were plenty on the first night of the 2022 draft. Jackson Holliday, a high school shortstop, went first overall to the Orioles. Druw Jones, a high school outfielder, went second overall to the Diamondbacks. Both their dads were once on the same All-Star team. Who else stood out in Round 1? How does the MLB Draft slightly differ from other sports? All this on today's episode.

Could Juan Soto be traded over the next few weeks? Soto declined a 15-year, $440 million extension from the Nationals. The club will now entertain trade offers for the 23-year old superstar. Matt Carpenter was in the minor leagues earlier this season. Now he has 13 home runs in just 30 games for the Yankees. We take a look ahead to Sunday's MLB Draft. All this (and more) on today's episode.

The Mariners extended their win streak to 11 after overcoming a four-run deficit in Arlington. Michael Harris flashed his arm strength and home run power, leading the Braves to a close win. The Rays completed a four-game sweep of the Red Sox. Max Meyer, the Marlins' number 2 prospect, has been called up. All this (and more) on today's episode.

The Orioles and Mariners are the two hottest teams in baseball. Both teams are riding 10-game win streaks. The Orioles haven't had such a streak since 1999. The Mariners did this despite several players serving suspensions over the past couple weeks. Every team in the AL East is above .500. Can the Blue Jays break out of their funk after firing their manager? All this (and more) on today's episode.

The Mariners, Braves, and Orioles have been playing well in recent weeks. This happens to coincide with the emergence of top rookies on these teams like Julio Rodriguez, Spencer Strider, Michael Harris, and Adley Rutschman. Who are the hottest rookies in the game right now? All this (and more) on today's episode.

The full All-Star game rosters are here. Who got snubbed? Unfortunately, there usually aren't enough spots for all deserving players so this isn't new. Robinson Cano is an Atlanta Brave now. Cano has become a journeyman all of a sudden in the final chapter of his career. All this (and more) on today's episode.

Carlos Rodon strengthened his case for a second-straight All-Star appearance. Rodon tossed a 12-strikeout complete game masterpiece to secure a key win for the Giants. San Francisco has taken a step back this season but will be well represented at the All-Star Game. The Mets and Red Sox took advantage of late miscues which led to walk-off victories. All this (and more) on today's episode.

The two best starting pitchers in the NL are guys you may not have guessed prior to the season. Tony Gonsolin leads the league in wins and has a case to start the All-Star game. Sandy Alcantara has been even better. Dylan Carlson flashed the leather and racked up the hits as he led the Cardinals to victory. The Mets got big nights from some unexpected bats. Rafael Devers owns Gerrit Cole but the Yankees pulled out a victory in Boston. All this (and more) on today's episode.

Who do you want to see start this year's All-Star Game? There are some close races with a day remaining to vote. Is Yordan's hot streak enough to catch Shohei at DH? Will Manny Machado make his first NL appearance or will Arenado keep his streak going? All this (and more) on today's episode.

Who could've thought the Astros would lose Carlos Correa at shortstop and find a rookie just as good? The Mets are still a top team despite not having Scherzer or deGrom for most of the year. How are the Angels struggling with the two best baseball players on the planet. We take a look at the most unpredictable storylines of the season so far.