GSMC Baseball Podcast Episode 173 Coronavirus, NL East Preview, Coronavirus, NL East Preview, AL East Preview, Top 8 Bucketlist Ballparks

Kevin gives the latest update on the Coronavirus and what the US is currently doing to help "Flatten the curve". It is just a matter of time until a national lockdown? Kevin then discusses the latest with the MLB and how they are currently working through the business side of a postponed season. Many difficult questions still remain unanswered as we move into late March.<br /><br />Next, Kevin breaks down and previews the NL East. The Atlanta Braves look to win their third straight division crown, but this year expectations are to advance further than the NLDS. The New York Mets. on paper, look as good as anyone in this division, can they finally put it together on the field and make a playoff push? Did the Phillies make enough moves during the offseason to finally finish over .500? The Washington Nationals look to repeat as World Champs with the rotation of Scherzer, Strasburg, and Corbin but without the help of Anthony Rendon. <br /><br />Kevin then previews the AL East. The Baltimore Orioles continue to occupy the basement. The Boston Red Sox will struggle this summer after the news of Tommy John Surgery for Chris Sale and moving on from Mookie Betts. The New York Yankees won over 100 games last year and have improved on paper. Injuries will be a concern, but the delay to start the season will help them as much as any team in the MLB. The Tampa Bay Rays will look to improve on a Wild Card birth a season ago, and pitching will be key for this team as the starting rotation looks very strong once again. The Toronto Blue Jays have entered the next era of their organization with Bichette, Vlad Jr. and Biggio all in the majors for the full season. Will it be enough to compete for a playoff spot?<br /><br />Kevin wraps up this episode discussing how a shortened 2020 season will have an impact on a few different players Hall of Fame bids and which players will be most affected by this virus. He then discusses his Top 8 Ballparks he has yet to see in his life. Which of these 8 stadiums is your favorite?<br /><br />As always, if you enjoyed the show, follow us and subscribe to the show: you can find us on iTunes or on any app that carries podcasts as well as on YouTube. Please remember to subscribe and give us a nice review. That way you’ll always be among the first to get the latest GSMC baseball Podcasts.<br /><br />We would like to thank our Sponsor: GSMC Podcast Network<br /><br />Advertise with US: <a href="http://www.gsmcpodcast.com/advertise-with-us.html" rel="noopener">http://www.gsmcpodcast.com/advertise-with-us.html</a> <br /><br />Website: <a href="http://www.gsmcpodcast.com/baseball-podcast.html" rel="noopener">http://www.gsmcpodcast.com/baseball-podcast.html</a> <br />ITunes Feed : <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/gsmc-baseball-podcast/id1122796551" rel="noopener">https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/gsmc-baseball-podcast/id1122796551</a> <br />GSMC YouTube Channel: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLF8Qial15ufp9uS_1-4F6auhV_JDoMt-Y" rel="noopener">https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLF8Qial15ufp9uS_1-4F6auhV_JDoMt-Y</a><br />Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/GSMC_baseball" rel="noopener">https://twitter.com/GSMC_baseball</a> <br />Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/Golden-State-Media-Concepts-Baseball-Podcast-1049659238456215/" rel="noopener">https://www.facebook.com/Golden-State-Media-Concepts-Baseball-Podcast-1049659238456215/</a><br /><br />Disclaimer: The views expressed on the GSMC baseball Podcast are for entertainment purposes only. Reproduction, copying or redistribution of The GSMC baseball Podcast without the express written consent of Golden State Media Concepts LLC is prohibited.