MLB Trade Rumors Podcast

Nov 20 2024 85 ep. 43 mins 145

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With an eye always focused on the hot stove, the MLBTR podcast gives analysis of transactions, roster moves and, of course, rumors from around the league. Host Darragh McDonald is joined each week by a fellow MLBTR writer to break it all down.

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The Rays' Stadium Plans, Diamond Sports, And Some Offseason Rumors

Nov 20 2024 33 mins

Anthony Franco joins Darragh McDonald to discuss the Rays' plans to play in a minor league facility in 2025 and the potential of relocation if their new stadium deal falls through. Also, the restructuring of Diamond Sports and the new deal that got them out of bankruptcy.Listener question topics include whether the Red Sox could target both Garrett Crochet and a top-end free agent,

Roki Sasaki, Cole's Non-Opt-Out, And Cardinals Rumors

Nov 13 2024 49 mins

Anthony Franco joins Darragh McDonald to discuss news that Japanese ace Roki Sasaki will get posted this offseason and be available at a minimum salary, the strange situation of Gerrit Cole opting out of his contract with the Yankees, then rescinding it to stay on his original deal, what the Cardinals will do after reports that they plan to retool, but have some veterans that don't

Megapod: Breaking Down The Top 50 Free Agents List

Nov 07 2024 112 mins

Tim Dierkes, Steve Adams and Anthony Franco all join Darragh McDonald to break down and discuss the site's annual list of the Top 50 MLB Free Agents With Predictions. They talk about the big names, controversial picks, unexpected destinations and much more.

The Mets' Spending Power, Juan Soto Suitors, And The Rangers' Payroll Limits

Oct 30 2024 46 mins

Steve Adams joins Darragh McDonald to discuss the massive amount of payroll flexibility that the Mets will have going into this offseason, other teams that will join the Mets in pursuit of Juan Soto, and how the Rangers will try to get better while also getting below the luxury tax threshold. Listener question topics include whose postseason performance will land them more money in

The World Series, The White Sox Reportedly For Sale, And Tropicana Field

Oct 23 2024 55 mins

Steve Adams joins Darragh McDonald to discuss the Yankees/Dodgers World Series matchup, reports that White Sox' owner Jerry Reinsdorf is having talks to sell the team and whether it could lead to a new stadium deal or relocation for the club. Also, what the ramifications will be for the Rays after the hurricane damaged Topicana Field's roof. There are a lot of unknowns about where

Changes In Minnesota, Cubs' Prospect Depth, And Possibilities For The O's

Oct 16 2024 47 mins

Anthony Franco joins Darragh McDonald to discuss developments in the Twin Cities, including the Twins being up for sale, the firing of their GM, and the announcement that MLB will take over broadcasting of their games next season. In an extended mailbag, topics include if the Cubs will try to trade from their glut of top prospects, possibilities for the Orioles in their first offse

Previewing FA Starting Pitchers, TV Deals, And Potential Spending Teams

Oct 09 2024 31 mins

Anthony Franco joins Darragh McDonald to give a preview of the starting pitchers that will headline MLBTR's upcoming annual top 50 free agents list. They also talk about the teams affected by the recent news from the Diamond Sports bankruptcy case and speculate on which other teams could be big spenders this offseason.Listener question topics include which Tigers would be good exte

Buster Posey Takes Over In SF And The Cardinals' Succession Plan

Oct 02 2024 51 mins

Anthony Franco joins Darragh McDonald to discuss a flurry of front office changes including the Giants replacing Farhan Zaidi with former player Buster Posey and Chaim Bloom taking on a larger role with the Cardinals as he transitions into John Mozeliak's job as president of baseball operations. Listener question topics include the trade value of Cardinals' veterans in case the tea

Final Days In Oakland, The Surging Tigers, And If The Nats Will Pursue Soto

Sep 25 2024 52 mins

Steve Adams joins Darragh McDonald to discuss the high emotions heading into the final home series for the Oakland A's, the amazing run the Tigers have been on to get into the wild card picture and their strong core moving forward, if the Nationals could make a run at signing Juan Soto after GM Mike Rizzo's comments about the team wanting to add a big bat, the team sending down CJ

The Chapman Negotiations, Dodgers' Pitching Injuries, And Strengths And Weaknesses Of Playoff Contenders

Sep 18 2024 51 mins

Anthony Franco joins Darragh McDonald to discuss the odd circumstances that led to Matt Chapman's extension, where ownership and Chapman hammered out the deal without the assistance of GM Farhan Zaidi or agent Scott Boras, Tyler Glasnow's arm injury and the continuing trend of Dodgers' pitchers getting injured. and the report that the Mike Trout could play fewer innings in center f