Episodes
EP 102: Alex and Travis open with their selections between the finalists at each position on the 2023 All-Star Game ballot. Then, they break down some of the hot hitters in MLB right now, including Jordan Walker and Luis Arraez. They debate if Arraez can earn MVP consideration by hitting .400. Finally, Alex and Travis review the current Wild Card race standings in each league and discuss how they see the playoff picture shaping up as we reach the halfway point of the season.
Published 06/27/23
EP 101: This week, Alex and Travis catch up on the biggest headlines in MLB this month: deGrom hurt, Elly de la Cruz debut, Luis Arraez chasing .400, and Corbin Carroll's breakout as a superstar. They answer some debate questions about the Yankees struggles and about who the better young superstar is between Corbin and Julio. Finally, Alex and Travis present their updated Power Rankings for the top 10 teams in MLB, and they debate where some of the best teams stand at the halfway point of the...
Published 06/20/23
EP 100: This week, Alex and Travis open by picking the biggest surprises, both good and bad, through two months of the season. They cover respond to some fun tweets about the best lefty hitter since bonds and if it makes sense to try Ohtani as an outfielder/reliever combo. Then, Alex and Travis explain their picks for their updated All-MLB teams through May, before debating their picks for Player of the Month. Lastly, they give some love to promising players like rookie sensation Ben Joyce...
Published 06/02/23
This week, Alex and Travis open with a fun breakdown of the best #99 players across US sports in celebration of episode 99, before discussing the drama surrounding the viral Aaron Judge peek. Then, Alex and Travis go over the notable players and teams through the first quarter of the season and give out midterm report card grades.
Published 05/18/23
EP 98: Alex and Travis open with praise and a career retrospective on Kenley Jansen and his 400 career saves milestone. They break down some of the key pitching injuries and how they are impacting the season, specifically in the race for the AL West, before having a larger conversation about the current weakness of both central divisions and a proposed solution to restore balance to MLB. Alex and Travis then discuss some potential early trade pieces, buyers, and sellers as the season's...
Published 05/14/23
EP 97: Alex and Travis open with the news that Bryce Harper has been cleared to DH for the Phillies as soon as Tuesday, then they jump into other storylines across the league: bad White Sox, bad Cardinals, good Pirates, Robbie Ray out for season, Aaron Judge and Jacob deGrom to the IL. They discuss and debate their picks for the 2023 April All-MLB team and pick their April Player of the Month. They close with their updated Top 10 Teams Power Rankings.
Published 05/02/23
EP 96: This week Alex and Travis open by recapping the players of the week. Then, they go over some of the biggest storylines in MLB: from Hunter Greene's contract extension to Jeffrey Springs' Tommy John to Logan O'Hoppe's torn labrum and more. They play a game of start, bench, cut for the breakout young left handed outfielders in Brandon Marsh, Jarred Kelenic, and James Outman. Then, Alex and Travis take a stand on the MLB Starting Pitcher Power Rankings that MLB.com released over the...
Published 04/26/23
EP 95: Alex and Travis open with a game of Panic Meter, discussing which teams amid slow starts should be worried about their play, including the Astros, Dodgers, White Sox, Cardinals, and more. Then, they discuss hot topics around the league from another deGrom injury to Zach Neto getting called up to Pablo Lopez's extension. They close with a discussion about Bryce Harper's looming return to the Phillies and if it makes sense for him to see action as a first baseman.
Published 04/18/23
EP 94: Alex and Travis open with this week's players of the week before diving into the top storyline: the Rays dominance. They play a game of Buyers or Sellers, discussing the AL East, the Brewers hot bats vs the Cardinals weak arms, Logan O'Hoppe rookie breakout, Adley Rutschman as the best catcher in baseball, and more. Then, Alex and Travis unveil and debate the top 10 teams in their first Power Rankings of the 2023 season.
Published 04/11/23
EP 93: Alex and Travis open with their thoughts on the legendary finale of the 2023 World Baseball Classic. With Opening Day nearly upon us, Alex and Travis discuss their predictions and their favorite bets for the 2023 MLB season, from breakout candidates to award winners to playoff results and everything in between.
Published 03/29/23
EP 92: Alex and Travis open with a full recap of all the storylines coming out of the group phase of the World Baseball Classic, from superstar performances to shocking upsets to tragic injuries. Then they discuss the confusing direction of the 2023 Miami Marlins after two more odd signings. Alex and Travis debate the best position players and pitchers of this generation in response to online disagreement on baseball Twitter, and they close with their over/under picks for the 2023 records of...
Published 03/18/23
EP 91: Alex and Travis open with their reaction to Manny Machado's huge extension and what it means for the Padres and the 2024 free agency class. They recap some of the big injuries that have already occurred during Spring Training. Then Alex and Travis unveil their top 25 position players in MLB for the 2023 season, debating their picks all the way down their lists. They close with an exercise of predicting over/unders for the 2023 records of all AL and NL Central teams.
Published 03/03/23
Alex and Travis open with their thoughts on the drama surrounding Corbin Burnes arbitration case and how it affected his relationship with the Brewers. Then, they continue their rankings series by debating the top 20 outfielders and top 10 DHs for 2023 in MLB. Alex and Travis close with some predictions on over/under win totals for teams in the AL and NL East by comparing gambling lines with Fangraphs and PECOTA projections.
Published 02/24/23
EP 89: Alex and Travis open the show with the only major free agency news: Michael Wacha signs with the Padres. Then, they debate who are the top 5 countries competing in this year's World Baseball Classic. Alex and Travis breakdown who they view as the top 10 players at each infield position and argue for who they think is better between notable players across MLB.
Published 02/17/23
The first installment of our 2023 positional rankings kicks off with catcher and pitchers, plus a recap on the recent signings and trade deals as teams ramp up for spring training.
Published 02/08/23
Scott Rolen completes his historic and momentous rise up the polling percentage ladder and is announced as a 2023 Hall of Fame inductee!
Published 01/29/23
Arte Moreno trolls the Angels fanbase with his latest update on the team sale, and Hall of Fame voting comes to a climax this week in the baseball world.
Published 01/24/23
Third times a charm? Full reactions to Carlos Correa signing a surprising deal with the Twins as the home stretch of hot stove season rages on.
Published 01/13/23
The stove stays hot in the last week of MLB news. Carlos Correa jumps ship in a stunner, Dansby signs with the Cubs, top offensive free agents find new homes, and so much more.
Published 12/22/22
The biggest week of free agency so far: Judge, Correa, Rodon, Nimmo, and way more! Find out our thoughts on all the blockbuster deals of the hot stove season.
Published 12/16/22
Massive signings, blockbuster trades, the 2022 All-MLB team, and a new Hall of Famer; all of this and more on this week's loaded episode.
Published 12/07/22
The offseason has kicked into high gear with so many signings, trades, and transactions to discuss. The 2022 award winners were given their hardware, and the new names on the upcoming Hall of Fame ballot were just released.
Published 11/22/22
The 2022 MLB season is over and the Astros finished on top. Off-season news is already underway with record contracts, Judge rumors, awards finalists announced, and more!
Published 11/09/22
Bryce Harper gets his signature moment to silence all his doubters as the Phillies overcome the Padres, and Yankee fans face their demons after getting eliminated (and swept) by the Astros yet again. The 2022 World Series is set to be an other battle between the well-oiled Astros and a red hot challenger that will not be denied in the Phillies.
Published 10/26/22
Dodgers nation is in shambles and the reigning champs were defeated handily. The Division Series matchups did not fail to impress, and some legendary Championship Series are upon us.
Published 10/17/22