Episodes
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2023 Postseason Preview
The MLB Regular Season has come and past, so it is time for our MLB Postseason Predictions! In this episode, we review our our pre-season division winners panned out (05:45), notable teams that didn't make the cut (12:55), biggest surprises (23:30), and finally our playoff picks (27:00). You can...
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Trading Shohei Ohtani
In this episode of Diamond Gems, Jacob reveals which teams in the MLB are the best trade partner and landing spots for Shohei Ohtani. We address Shohei Ohtani trade rumors, whether or not the Angels will trade Ohtani, Ohtani's 2024 projected salary, and the best fits for him via trade. You can...
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MLB All-Star Break & Home Run Derby Preview
We have reached the All-Star break! With the level of talent that currently exists in the Major Leagues, we are in for a treat this year. Jacob and Isaac talk about Seattle as a destination (7:20), All-Star starters & snubs (13:30), full rosters, the undeserving, and MVP picks (42:00). They wrap…
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American League bEast
The best division in the MLB is the American League East, and it isn't particularly close. As it stands at the time of this recording, all teams in the division are over .500, which could lead to baseball history should that hold. Jacob and Isaac talk all about the division, breaking it down team...
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MLB Stadium Review - Petco Park
Jacob was recently in San Diego and stopped by the home of the San Diego Padres, Petco Park. This is the 21st MLB ballpark Jacob has visited, and one that he was looking forward to checking out. He shares his opinions on the park, some positive and some negative, covering elements like...
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MLB Stadium Review - Chase Field
Jacob was recently in Phoenix and stopped by the home of the Arizona Diamondbacks, Chase Field. This is the 20th MLB ballpark Jacob has visited, and one that he was looking forward to checking out. He shares his opinions on the park, some positive and some negative, covering elements like...
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More New Rules Coming In 2024?
In 2022, the MLB tested out a bunch of new rules in the minor leagues. In 2023, some of those rules have become a part of Big League baseball games. Now there are more new rules being tested in the Atlantic League (an affiliate league of the MLB), and it's possible that these rules could also be...
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MLB Monthly Recap - April 2023
We've got a full month of MLB Baseball under are belt, and we're off to a wild start. The Rays are off to a historic start, the Pirates are in first in the NL Central, the White Sox are horrible, some players are off to great starts while others slump, and unfortunately there has also been a lot…
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Las Vegas A's: The Oakland Athletics are Moving to Vegas
It's *basically* official now. After 20 years of torture for Oakland A's fans, Oakland Residents, and anyone who had to watch a game at the decrepit Oakland Coliseum / Ricky Henderson Field, the organization is moving the circus to Las Vegas, NV. Jacob and Isaac take a drive down the road that…
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MadMax & MadBum, Tatis Returns
Max Scherzer was ejected from a game and given a 10-game suspension for *allegedly* breaking the MLB's sticky substance rules (3:00), Vladimir Guerrero JR is the King of New York (14:05), Padres fans are welcoming back Tatis with open arms and it's rubbing Jacob the wrong way (21:30), and Madison...
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MLB PLAYER AWARD PREDICTIONS
Greg joins us for our favourite episode of the year; the MLB Player Award prediction episode! In this episode, we catch up with Greg (0:30), flex our past success with the Award predictions (2:45), and then get into our picks for Batting Title Champion (7:10), HR King (12:45), Rookie of the Year...
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Division, Wildcard, and World Series Predictions!
These have never aged well for us, but maybe this is the year! Greg makes his 2023 Podcast Debut with us for this episode! Tune in for our takes on how the MLB Standings and postseason race will shake out when it's all said and done. We talk about teams with casual fans (2:00-8:20) before make…
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MLB Team Rankings - The "A" Tier
In the final MLB Team Rankings tier episode, we highlight our top 5 teams for the 2023 season. Follow us on Instagram @diamondgemspodcast and @shapedbysports. Video content available on Youtube @shapedbysports (SPOILER ALERT IN TIME STAMPS BELOW) Time Stamps: 1:30: Toronto Blue Jays 17:45: Los...
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MLB Team Rankings - The "B" Tier
We are in the top 10 of our MLB Team Rankings! In the "B" Tier, we cover teams 6-10. Follow us on Instagram @diamondgemspodcast and @shapedbysports. You can also find video content on our Shaped By Sports Youtube channel. (SPOILER ALERT IN THE TIME STAMPS BELOW) Time Stamps: 2:30: Cleveland...
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Opening Day Check-In
Hello Baseball Fans! The moment we have all been waiting for is here: OPENING DAY. We are so excited and have been busy drafting for our Fantasy leagues, hence why you haven't got an episode yet this week. BUT DO NOT WORRY! We have lots of content coming for you over the next couple weeks. This...
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MLB Team Rankings - The "C" Tier
We are into the TOP 15 MLB TEAMS with our "C" Tier MLB Rankings episode. This one is tough as some of these teams have what it takes to be a WS contender... but are just not quite stacked enough to sneak into our top 10. We go through the rosters of each team, identify strengths and weaknesses…
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MLB Spring Training for Dummies
Starved for baseball? Luckily, Spring Training means MLB baseball games are being played! However, there are some things you need to understand before you pour your heart and soul into these baseball games. Most importantly: they don't matter at all. So what's the point of watching? In this…
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YOU NEED TO WATCH THE WBC
Random episode about the World Baseball Classic. We were excited for the WBC but so far this tournament has exceeded our already high expectations. From a uniformed 2-2 across Pool A to Australia and Italy sneaking into the Quarterfinals... it has been chaos in the best way possible. Culture is…
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MLB Team Rankings - The "D" Tier
We continue our MLB team rankings with the "D" Tier, ranking the MLB teams we believe are somewhere in the range of top 15-20. We highlight each teams strengths and weaknesses, review depth charts, and then give our projections for each team. SPOILER ALERT: TIME STAMPS BELOW CONTAIN TEAMS: (0:50)...
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MLB Team Rankings - The "E" Tier
Continuing our MLB Team Rankings for 2023, we find ourselves at the "E" Tier. This episode covers teams ranked 25th to 20th. We highlight each teams strength and weaknesses, look at MLB depth charts, and give our projections for each of these teams. SPOILER ALERT BELOW IN THE TIME STAMPS: Teams...
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MLB Team Rankings - The "F" Tier
In the first episode of our team tier rankings, we evaluate the 5 worst teams in the MLB. We highlight the strengths and weaknesses, look at team depth charts, and give our projections for each of these teams. SPOILER ALERT BELOW IN TIME STAMPS: Teams included in the F tier include: Oakland...
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World Baseball Classic 2023 Preview
I know we said shorter episodes... but we just couldn't help ourselves. There is so much to be excited for in this years WBC. Check the time stamps in this description if you want to skim through! In this episode, we go through the WBC rosters pool by pool, predicting our winner and runner up…
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Baseball is Different - MLB Rule Changes 2023
Baseball is back, and it looks different. This is the result of the 2023 MLB rule changes that were put in place this offseason. Now that MLB Spring Training has begun, we are beginning to get a feel for what baseball will be like in 2023 and beyond. The MLB rule changes include bigger bases...
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THE PODCAST IS BACK
The Diamond Gems Baseball Podcast is officially BACK! 2023 MLB Spring Training has officially begun, and we are so excited to be talkin' baseball with you all again. In this episode, we go over what you can expect from the podcast moving forward. This includes shorter episode run times (though we...
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Season 2 - Episode 10: Commissioner Trout Speaks
We are back after a week off, and we had a lot to catch up on! Two Joe's are now without Job's, the Angels turned to Nickleback to break a losing streak, Mike Trout is Mic'd up, Miami Marlins need a vibe check, and golf talk. Tune in now to listen to an absolute clown show of a podcast! If you…
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Season 2 - Episode 9: CHILL PHAM!
Tommy Pham SLAPPED Joc Pederson over a fantasy football dispute that happened over a year ago and the baseball internet is loving it. Greg and Jacob also discuss their pre-season power rankings, review the Rockies City Connect Jerseys, and give some fantasy baseball advice for May 30th - Jun 5th....
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Season 2 - Episode 8: "Just Move The Wall Back"
Greg is in his happy place because the Yankees are killing it and all over the headlines. We talk about their success and whether or not they can sustain it. We also talk about Aaron Judge's comments about the Camden Yards dimensions, Josh Donaldson and Tim Anderson's feud, players of the week,...
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Season 2 - Episode 7: Fresh Off Vacation
Jacob and Isaac are back from their 2 week golf trip and attempt to get caught up on current MLB news after being tuned out for the duration of their trip. They also review Kendrick Lamar's new album, send condolences to Maple Leafs fans, and eventually talk some baseball. If you like Diamond…
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Season 2 - Episode 6: WE LOVE MIGGY!
Miguel Cabrera has become the 33rd member of the 3,000 hit club! Greg and Jacob share some Miguel Cabrera stories, trash the idiotic Yankee fans, hype a fight between Luke Voit and Tommy Pham, and then give some unsolicited fantasy baseball advice in a game of F*ck, Marry, Kill! If you like…
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Season 2 - Episode 5: Pulling Out Of Perfection
Dave Roberts has a stronger pull out game than anyone on earth. Jacob and Isaac discuss Kershaw being pulled after 7 perfect innings, Vladimir Guerrero Jr, Apple TV+ broadcasts, Jackie Robinson Day, Albert Pujols attempting to steal 3rd base, hot and cold starts, and more. They also play a game…
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Season 2 - Episode 4: F*CK, MARRY, KILL.
This week, Jacob runs the episode solo as both of his co-hosts are under the weather. He talks about opening weekend in the MLB, City Connect Jerseys, 2022 World Series Picks, and introduces a new fantasy baseball segment called F*ck, Marry, Kill! Tune in now for a fun, high-energy, unfiltered...
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Season 2 - Episode 3: 2022 Season Predictions (feat. Paul Lambert of Left Side Lock)
We were joined by @paullamberttt of @leftsidelock to make our predictions for the 2022 season! We made our picks for Cy Young, ROTY, HR King, MVP, Division Winners and more! Tune in now. If you like Diamond Gems Baseball Podcast, please be sure to like, subscribe, follow, and leave a positive...
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Season 2 - Episode 2: 2022 Player Rankings
In this episode of Diamond Gems Baseball Podcast, the guys rank the top 5 players at each position for the 2022 MLB season. They also touch on the "Shohei Ohtani rule", ghost runners, and more. If you like Diamond Gems Baseball Podcast, please be sure to like, subscribe, follow, and leave a...
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Season 2 - Episode 1: Off-Season Winners & Power Rankings
WE ARE BACK FOR SEASON 2! With the 2021 season and lockout in the rearview mirror, the crew looks ahead at the 2022 MLB season. We discuss all of the major MLB off-season trades and signings, discuss the winners and losers, and then create our own power rankings for the 2022 season! If you like...
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Season 1 - Episode #35: BASEBALL IS BACK
MLB baseball is back and the boys are FIRED UP! Jacob & Greg indulge in a few beverages to deliver the Season 1 Finale on the ultimate high: a return to play. They break down how this came to be, a look at the rule changes, remaining free agents and so much more. Buckle up. If you like Diamond…
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Episode 34 - Lockout Talk & All-Time Pitcher Draft
In Episode 34, the boys chat about the current state of the MLB lockout, remaining free agents, prospects & young players. They also draft pitching rotations with the best pitchers of all-time! If you like Diamond Gems Baseball Podcast, please be sure to like, subscribe, follow, and leave a...
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Season 1 - Episode #33: Fastball vs Baseball feat. Johnny Baker
Today the guys talk draft lotto and universal DH before jumping into an interview with Johnny Baker! Johnny is a long time fastball/fastpitch/softball player who has played the game at a very elite level. He has represented both Team Ontario and Team Canada on the World Stage. We talk to him…
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Season 1 - Episode #32: The Hall of Morals
Barry Bonds, Roger Clemens, and Curt Schilling have fallen off of the Hall of Fame Ballot. David Ortiz is a first ballot Hall of Famer. The boys are fired up. If you like Diamond Gems Baseball Podcast, please be sure to like, subscribe, follow, and leave a positive review! It is the best way you...
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Bonus Episode: Angels All-Time Team
This week the boys deliver a bonus episode where they assemble the best Angels players of all-time to create the teams ultimate roster! If you like Diamond Gems Baseball Podcast, please be sure to like, subscribe, follow, and leave a positive review! It is the best way you can help us grow our...
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Season 1 - Episode 31: Blue Jays 2021 Recap & 2022 Preview
This is a very special episode, where Jacob and Isaac evaluate the Blue Jays 2021 season and discuss what their 2022 season might look like. They seek to answer the questions: Was 2021 a wasted season!? Are the Jays better or worse than they were last season?! Listen now for the in-depth...
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BONUS EPISODE - New York Mets All-Time Team
Tune in for our BONUS New York Mets All-Time Roster episode, where the boys put together a team of the greatest Mets in the teams history. Will your favorites make the cut? This episode is for subscribers only. Subscribe to Diamond Gems here: https://anchor.fm/shapedbysports/subscribe Your...
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Season 1 - Episode #30: Top Ten 2021 Things
In this episode, the boys recap the 2021 MLB Season and countdown there top ten "things" that happened this year. Plus bonus Mario Kart talk! If you like Diamond Gems Baseball Podcast, please be sure to like, subscribe, follow, and leave a positive review! It is the best way you can help us grow...
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Season 1 - Episode 29: STADIUM TALK
In Episode 29 the boys talk about the lockout blues, Hall of Fame voters, and rank their favourite MLB Stadiums that they’ve visited. If you like Diamond Gems Baseball Podcast, please be sure to like, subscribe, follow, and leave a positive review! It is the best way you can help us grow our…
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Season 1 - Episode 28: Lockout, Free Agent Signings, Houston Astros All-Time Team
This week the guys catch up and discuss the lockout (0:07:00), recent signings (0:25:00), and create the Houston Astros All-Time Team (0:58:00). If you like Diamond Gems Baseball Podcast, please be sure to like, subscribe, follow, and leave a positive review! It is the best way you can help us…
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Season 1 - Episode 27: Free Agent FRENZY
Jacob and Isaac talk all things free agency, giving their top destinations for all the notable names on the market! This is a deep dive episode, discussing 30+ free agents and teams. Buckle up! Be sure to like, subscribe, and leave a positive review! This is the best way you can support us if you...
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Season 1 - Episode 26 - 2021 Season Recap
The DG Boyz recap the 2021 season including the World Series, storylines, scandals, outstanding performances, player awards, surprises and disappointments, potential free agents and so much more! Be sure to like, subscribe, and leave a positive review! This is the best way you can support us if…
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Season 1 - Episode 25: Did you just say B*llpen!?!
Jacob catches up with Greg as they discuss Greg's playoff bracket failure, Oakland A's new stadium approval (4:30-20:25), if baseball should have a salary cap (20:30-24:40), Bob Melvin to the Padres (24:45-30:00), the B*llpen (30:10-36:45) and World Series Recap (36:50-57:00). Diamond Gems is a...
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Season 1 - Episode 24: The F*cking World Series
Jacob and Isaac freestyle a World Series preview episode that quickly goes off the rails. They give predictions, general thoughts, and some other unrelated things. Diamond Gems is a Shaped by Sports baseball podcast. We put out 1 podcast every Monday for the duration of the MLB season. To stay up...
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Season 1 - Episode 23: Playoff Dumpster Fire
Jacob and Isaac talk ALCS/NLCS, Jose Altuve, Red Sox Cheating, Terrible Umpires and more! Diamond Gems is a Shaped by Sports baseball podcast. We put out 1 podcast every Monday for the duration of the MLB season. To stay up to date on all things Shaped by Sports and Diamond Gems, follow us on...
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Bonus Episode - Is it Time for Robot Umpires?
Bonus Episode! We are through the Wildcard Games and Division Series - on to the NLCS! Jacob and Isaac talk about the postseason so far and discuss whether or not it's time for robot umpires! Diamond Gems is a Shaped by Sports baseball podcast. We put out 1 podcast every Monday for the duration…
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