Back to the Bullpen: MLBPA Shakeup, Comeback players and More

Mike Stanton and Brett Chancey are excited to kick off our 3rd season officially with the Locked on Network. We will cover stories across the league. Join us for our debut episode tonight! MLB’s landscape is shifting as Mike Trout, José Altuve, and Carlos Correa are sidelined from the World Baseball Classic—raising critical questions about contract insurance and superstar absences. Brett Chancey and Mike Stanton explore how these developments could alter the competitive edge for Team USA and Puerto Rico, while soaring WBC ticket prices and fan reactions highlight the broader impact on baseball’s global stage. The spotlight turns to Houston as Lance McCullers Jr. confronts the possibility of his final Astros run amid a crowded pitching competition and persistent injuries. The conversation intensifies with the sudden MLBPA leadership shakeup, looming CBA negotiations, and mounting fears of a work stoppage. Plus, Mike Stanton offers a former player’s perspective on the arrival of the automatic ball-strike (ABS) system—will technology enhance game fairness or undercut baseball’s human element? Don’t miss this dynamic breakdown of the critical issues shaping MLB’s future.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.