Big League Dreaming Season 5 Finale - Happy New Year

In this episode of Big League Dreaming, John Gonzalez and his three sons recap the highlights of the 2025 baseball season, share their excitement for the upcoming World Baseball Classic, and discuss their predictions for the 2026 MLB season. They delve into the impact of international players, the importance of college baseball, and the evolving landscape of Major League Baseball. The episode concludes with a fun segment where each family member shares their bold predictions for the upcoming season.Timecodes00:00 Introduction and Technical Glitches00:09 Setting the Stage for the Conversation00:13 Welcome to Bigly Dreaming Podcast01:18 Recapping 2025 Season Highlights04:20 Family Baseball Memories09:03 Looking Ahead to 202612:00 International Players in Baseball16:00 The Curveball Dilemma17:56 The Art of the First Pitch19:29 Looking Ahead to 2026: Prospects and Predictions21:18 Team Dynamics: The Mets and Their Future22:33 The Excitement of Opening Day24:06 Free Agency and Team Strategies25:42 Cinderella Stories: Teams to Watch27:59 The Impact of College Baseball on Major Leagues31:54 Predictions for 2026: Surprises and Expectations