Baseball Connection

Russell Martin Hangs ’Em Up | White Sox To Cut Dallas Keuchel?

Russell Martin has called it a career. Martin enjoyed 14 years in the MLB and was one of the better catchers in the game. His athleticism and strong bat were unique at the catcher position. The White Sox have designated Dallas Keuchel for assignment. Keuchel was getting Cy Young votes as recently as 2020. What happened? Carlos Martinez tested positive for PEDs so he's been suspended for 80 games. All this (and more) on today's episode.

Mookie Regains MVP Form | Slap Heard ’Round The World? | Embracing The Youth Movement

Mookie Betts has been the hottest player in baseball over the past month. He's quietly put up great numbers ever since he got to LA. That's just what we've come to expect of the former MVP. Why did Tommy Pham slap Giants Joc Pederson during a pregame altercation? The Royals and Mariners are embracing a youth movement and it's paying off so far. All this (and more) on today's episode.

What Happened to Vlad’s Bat? | The Book Is Out

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. tormented pitchers last year to the tune of 48 HRs and a second place finish in MVP voting. He's been slowed down this season so far because pitchers have figured out how to pitch to him. What exactly is Vlad's weakness and how can he make the necessary adjustment? All this on today's episode.

Joc Carries Giants | The Younger Contreras Brother Settles In

Joc Pederson hit 3 HRs and drove in 8 runs to help the Giants end their losing streak. Joc is a Bay Area native but there's good reason why he's never struggled to find jobs around the league. William Contreras is settling in nicely for the Braves. He might not catch every night but his bat has proven too good to hold out of the lineup. All this (and more) on today's episode.

Judge Making An MVP Case | Teams On A Roll | J-Rod Show Comes Home

Aaron Judge widened his MLB-lead in the HR category with two more blasts on Monday night. Judge is the early frontrunner for AL MVP. Great timing for him with free agency pending. Will the Twins just run away with their division? Julio Rodriguez has been great this month and flashed his power for the first time at home. All this (and more) on today's episode.

Tim Anderson Gets Last Laugh | Quinn’s Speed Steals Win In Philly | Pay Attention To Minnesota

Tim Anderson was greeted with boos in each of his at-bats at Yankee Stadium but he ended up getting the last laugh. Anderson belted a back-breaking 3-run HR to cap his night in the Bronx. The Phillies walked off the Dodgers thanks to Roman Quinn's speed. The Twins are good and it's really that simple. All this (and more) on today's episode.

The Orioles’ Future Arrives | Tempers Flare In NY | Trout Reaches Major Milestone

Adley Rutschman, baseball's top prospect, has been promoted to the MLB. The former number 1 overall pick made his debut on Saturday and gave the Orioles a taste of his potential. A switch-hitting catcher with a strong bat and glove, Rustchman has a rare set of tools. Josh Donaldson set off an incident on the field when he chirped at Tim Anderson. What exactly happened? Mike Trout scored his 1000th career run. All this (and more) on today's episode.

Mets Face Toughest Test | Trevor Story Breaks Out | An Ace In Arizona

Max Scherzer has suffered an oblique strain and will miss 6-8 weeks. He joins Jacob deGrom and Tylor Megill on the sideline. They've been great so far but the Mets now face their toughest test of the season so far. Trevor Story broke out for Boston in a big way with 3 HRs, a stolen bases and 7 RBIs. The Cardinals promoted two of their top prospects and they happen to be childhood friends. All this (and more) on today's episode.

Twins Future At Shortstop | Ohtani Dials Up Velo | Gerrit Cole & Yankees Stay Dominant

Royce Lewis impressed in his first few weeks of big league action but the Twins have sent him back down to AAA with Carlos Correa returning from injury. Can we expect Lewis to be make in the MLB soon? Shohei Ohtani had his triple digit velocity again in his latest start. The Yankees are off to their best start since 1998 and nobody is stopping them. All this (and more) on today's episode.

Cubs Rookie Delivers Magic | Astros Play HR Derby | Pitchers With 0.00 ERAs

It had been six years since a Cubs rookie (Willson Contreras) homered in his first MLB at-bat. Christopher Morel predicted he'd do the same and made good on his promise. The Astros teed off in Boston as they blasted 5 home runs in the second inning en route to a blowout victory. Six pitchers still have a 0.00 ERA. Who are they? All this (and more) on today's episode.