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We're Jake Mintz & Jordan Shusterman and we’re moderately intrigued by the sport of baseball.
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the year is 2034. the hottest free agent on the market is a 26 year old elite center fielder with a top 5 OPS bat. he accepts the best contract available: $140,000,000 for one season with an opt-out at the all star game
Bo Bichette to Mets. $126M, 3 years per Jon Heyman
January 16, 2026 at 5:10 PM
lineups for tonight's LIDOM playoff games, the 17th of 18 Round Robin match-ups (top 2 finishers qualify for championship series)

Gigantes (2-14) at Escogido (11-5) | 6:15 PM ET
❗️Águilas (9-7) at Toros (10-6) | 6:30 PM ET❗️

you can watch on MLB TV: www.mlb.com/live-stream-...
January 16, 2026 at 11:05 PM
Bo Bichette...is a New York Met?

new for Yahoo Sports, on the latest surprising twist amid a whirlwind of free agent activity over the past week, and why adding Bichette makes plenty of sense for NYM while also raising a whole new series of questions:

sports.yahoo.com/mlb/article/...
Adding Bo Bichette makes the Mets a better team, but his defensive fit raises a lot of questions
The Mets added a big bat to improve their lineup, but a crowded infield got more crowded, and the outfield remains remarkably unsettled.
sports.yahoo.com
January 16, 2026 at 10:00 PM
NEW POD

we recorded early Thursday evening and then the Dodgers signed Kyle Tucker

fortunately almost that whole pod (Ranger Suarez, Weathers, Arenado, Team USA, Good/Bad/Uggla) holds up so we hopped back on late to react to Tucker ASAP, and that’s now the opener for the rest of the show

enjoy!
January 16, 2026 at 1:51 PM
Kyle Tucker is a Los Angeles Dodger -- because of course he is

new for Yahoo Sports, on why L.A. would emerge from the backdrop of the Tucker pursuit and stretch to unthinkable lengths to add the best free agent available:

sports.yahoo.com/mlb/article/...
With Kyle Tucker signing, Dodgers once again flex their financial might in pursuit of a World Series title
With Tucker, L.A. adds yet another star player to address an area of weakness on a roster otherwise overflowing with elite talent.
sports.yahoo.com
January 16, 2026 at 7:47 AM
after missing out on Alex Bregman in embarrassing fashion, the Red Sox pivoted to one of their other biggest offseason goals of adding an impact starter

new for Yahoo Sports, on Ranger Suárez’s compelling yet unusual case to be Garrett Crochet’s co-ace:

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Red Sox's signing of Ranger Suárez adds a co-ace behind Garrett Crochet, marks a bold first move post-Bregman
At the outset of this offseason, Boston stated its intention to add impact starting pitching this winter.
sports.yahoo.com
January 14, 2026 at 11:57 PM
lineups for tonight's LIDOM playoff games, the 15th of 18 Round Robin match-ups (top 2 finishers qualify for championship series)

Escogido (10-4) at Gigantes (2-12) | 6:00 PM ET
❗️Toros (8-6) at Águilas (8-6) | 6:30 PM ET❗️

you can watch on MLB TV: www.mlb.com/live-stream-...
January 14, 2026 at 10:35 PM
it took more than a year for the Cardinals and Nolan Arenado to find a trade partner, but the Diamondbacks finally emerged as a logical landing spot

new for Yahoo Sports, on Arizona's intriguing but relatively inactive offseason leading them to Arenado:

sports.yahoo.com/mlb/article/...
Nolan Arenado trade is win for Diamondbacks amid limited options for Cardinals
Arenado's modest on-field projection entering his age-35 season plus a no-trade clause meant that there were minimal expectations regarding the Cardinals' ability to reel in a return of significant va...
sports.yahoo.com
January 14, 2026 at 2:27 PM
NEW POD

- Cubs sign Alex Bregman; why Chicago made sure to get him this time around (+ #ScoBoScoBo update)
- Red Sox don't sign Bregman; how did we get here? what have these last 11 months taught us about how BOS operates?
- Bichette meets w/ PHI
- Ernie Clement joins Team USA
January 13, 2026 at 8:20 PM
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new for Yahoo Sports, on the Chicago Cubs getting a mulligan in their pursuit of Alex Bregman and sticking the landing this time around, an aggressive move refreshingly befitting of the big market club they are:

sports.yahoo.com/mlb/article/...
In signing Alex Bregman, Cubs launch themselves out of winter irrelevance to inner circle of offseason winners
Landing a great player and proven winner in Bregman is an undeniable organizational victory for Chicago.
sports.yahoo.com
January 11, 2026 at 12:51 PM
new for Yahoo Sports, on the Chicago Cubs getting a mulligan in their pursuit of Alex Bregman and sticking the landing this time around, an aggressive move refreshingly befitting of the big market club they are:

sports.yahoo.com/mlb/article/...
In signing Alex Bregman, Cubs launch themselves out of winter irrelevance to inner circle of offseason winners
Landing a great player and proven winner in Bregman is an undeniable organizational victory for Chicago.
sports.yahoo.com
January 11, 2026 at 12:51 PM
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Some great discussion from Jordan and Lance on Cabrera’s arsenal here. Can’t wait to see what the Cubs do with it
NEW POD

Jack Harris makes his Bar-B-Cast debut as guest co-host!

- where the Dodgers fit in the current top free agent hitter stand-off
- Tarik Skubal vs. DET in arb = #ScoBoScoBo update
- Good/Bad/Uggla

plus: @lancebroz.bsky.social on Edward Cabrera, Owen Caissie, and COL's pitching future 👀
January 9, 2026 at 11:21 PM
new for Yahoo Sports, on the curious case of Luis Arráez, who we have heard essentially zero buzz about all offseason long but remains by far one of the most fascinating free agents still available:

sports.yahoo.com/mlb/article/...
Looking at the unique free agency of Luis Arráez: Where might he end up, and can he bounce back in 2026?
It’s impossible to deny that Arráez arrived on the open market after his worst season in the majors.
sports.yahoo.com
January 9, 2026 at 10:48 PM
NEW POD

Jack Harris makes his Bar-B-Cast debut as guest co-host!

- where the Dodgers fit in the current top free agent hitter stand-off
- Tarik Skubal vs. DET in arb = #ScoBoScoBo update
- Good/Bad/Uggla

plus: @lancebroz.bsky.social on Edward Cabrera, Owen Caissie, and COL's pitching future 👀
January 9, 2026 at 9:57 PM
new for Yahoo Sports, on the Cubs acquiring Edward Cabrera, who comes with obvious upside and a troubling track record of durability, and the Marlins betting big on Owen Caissie to be a long-term solution in the outfield but also an immediate contributor:

sports.yahoo.com/mlb/article/...
Cubs finally make a big splash, Marlins add impact bat with Edward Cabrera-Owen Caissie trade
The Cubs made a necessary move to strengthen their rotation, while the Marlins acquired a hitter who could join their outfield immediately.
sports.yahoo.com
January 8, 2026 at 1:40 AM
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after a franchise-record 97 wins in the regular season and a discouraging NLCS exit, Milwaukee has been one of baseball's quietest teams this offseason

new for Yahoo Sports, on the four biggest questions looming over the Brew Crew as things stand:

sports.yahoo.com/mlb/article/...
4 big questions for the Brewers: Will Milwaukee trade Freddy Peralta? Will they upgrade the offense?
Also, what are the expectations for Jacob Misiorowski and Jackson Chourio in 2026?
sports.yahoo.com
January 6, 2026 at 10:03 PM
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NEW POD

@fangraphs.com' Eric Longenhagen guest co-hosts:

- why Kazuma Okamoto & Tatsuya Imai are primed to succeed in MLB
- what's next for MLB in Venezuela
- reflecting on Jarred Kelenic the prospect

plus: @chandlerrome.bsky.social on the Astros' surprise Imai signing and where they go from here
January 6, 2026 at 10:34 PM
NEW POD

@fangraphs.com' Eric Longenhagen guest co-hosts:

- why Kazuma Okamoto & Tatsuya Imai are primed to succeed in MLB
- what's next for MLB in Venezuela
- reflecting on Jarred Kelenic the prospect

plus: @chandlerrome.bsky.social on the Astros' surprise Imai signing and where they go from here
January 6, 2026 at 10:34 PM
after a franchise-record 97 wins in the regular season and a discouraging NLCS exit, Milwaukee has been one of baseball's quietest teams this offseason

new for Yahoo Sports, on the four biggest questions looming over the Brew Crew as things stand:

sports.yahoo.com/mlb/article/...
4 big questions for the Brewers: Will Milwaukee trade Freddy Peralta? Will they upgrade the offense?
Also, what are the expectations for Jacob Misiorowski and Jackson Chourio in 2026?
sports.yahoo.com
January 6, 2026 at 10:03 PM
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new for Yahoo Sports, on the latest big move from the big-spending Toronto Blue Jays: Sign Kazuma Okamoto Now, Ask Questions Later

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Blue Jays finally land a Japanese star with Kazuma Okamoto — but where does he fit on the roster?
Okamoto's signing is a bold reminder of Toronto's fresh status as one of baseball's certified behemoths.
sports.yahoo.com
January 4, 2026 at 12:09 AM
Kazuma Okamoto (#13) is the 29th free agent from our Yahoo Sports Top 50 to sign this offseason

7 of the top 12 are still available:

#1
#2
#4
#7
#8
#9
#12

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MLB free agency 2025-26: Top 50 players available this winter, starting with Kyle Tucker and Alex Bregman
This free-agent class is headlined by power hitters who would amplify any team's lineup.
sports.yahoo.com
January 4, 2026 at 2:39 AM
new for Yahoo Sports, on the latest big move from the big-spending Toronto Blue Jays: Sign Kazuma Okamoto Now, Ask Questions Later

sports.yahoo.com/mlb/article/...
Blue Jays finally land a Japanese star with Kazuma Okamoto — but where does he fit on the roster?
Okamoto's signing is a bold reminder of Toronto's fresh status as one of baseball's certified behemoths.
sports.yahoo.com
January 4, 2026 at 12:09 AM
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Absolute treasure trove of former Mariners (and MiLB affiliates) greats on display at 3:30 pm PT.

José Marmolejos, Leody Taveras, Jonatan Clase, Junior Lake, Luis Liberato, David Bañuelos, Steven Moyers, and more throughout these rosters.
here are the lineups for tonight's LIDOM playoff games, the 5th of 18 Round Robin match-ups (top 2 finishers qualify for championship series)

Escogido (4-0) at Toros (3-1) | 6:30 PM ET
Gigantes (0-4) at Águilas (1-3) | 6:30 PM ET

you can watch on MLB TV: www.mlb.com/live-stream-...
January 2, 2026 at 10:25 PM
here are the lineups for tonight's LIDOM playoff games, the 5th of 18 Round Robin match-ups (top 2 finishers qualify for championship series)

Escogido (4-0) at Toros (3-1) | 6:30 PM ET
Gigantes (0-4) at Águilas (1-3) | 6:30 PM ET

you can watch on MLB TV: www.mlb.com/live-stream-...
January 2, 2026 at 10:19 PM
new for Yahoo Sports, why Tatsuya Imai's surprise pick of the Astros makes plenty of sense once you get past the initial shock:

sports.yahoo.com/mlb/article/...

and on slugger Kazuma Okamoto as his decision nears:

sports.yahoo.com/mlb/article/...
What to know about Kazuma Okamoto and his chances to succeed as an MLB hitter
Okamoto has until 5 p.m. ET Sunday to sign with a team before his posting window closes.
sports.yahoo.com
January 2, 2026 at 9:06 PM