Preview of the 2021 Home Run Derby. Breakdown of all 8 participants as well as their first-round matchups.

First, a profile of another Uncle Bob mistake with the new ASG Jerseys. Then, a preview of the 4 named HR Derby Participants including the 2021 MLB Comeback Player of the Year. A look into how great Shohei Ohtani has been, and finishing up with the newest rivalry in baseball: Josh Donaldson vs Lucas Giolito.

Which player has been the 2021 Breakout Player of the year? What do Spiders and Pelicans have in common, and why are they such a big deal? And what star prospect called a demotion a “blessing in disguise”?

What series should you be paying attention to this weekend? How about the rematch of the 2020 NLCS? Or “The Cheaters” vs “The Team Without A Home”? Oh yeah, and I guess there is a famous rivalry or something going on this weekend. Those previews, as well as the jersey matchup of the week!

Meet your host, Mike El-Far, as he gives you a taste of what's to come from the MLB Daily Beat!