The Underdog MLB Show

On this week's episode, we begin by paying tribute to a trio of baseball icons that passed away this week, Hall of Fame manager Bobby Cox, former Braves owner Ted Turner, and the longtime radio voice of the Yankees, Jon Sterling. From there, we discuss Tarik Skubal's loose body elbow surgery and what it means for both this season, and his long-term outlook, Patrick Bailey being traded to the Guardians, and Framber Valdez's latest PR misstep resulting from being ejected in a start against the Red Sox.

On this week's episode, we begin by discussing Rob Thompson's removal as manager of the Phillies, and what we think Don Mattingly will bring to the table. From there, in Mattingly's honor we draft teams of big league players turned managers, and then look around the league to name our all-April team at each position. To wrap up, we take a dive on the career of Adam Dunn, and think about how his career and legacy would have been different had he played a decade later, and for better teams throughout his career.

On this week's episode, we begin by discussing Alex Cora's firing as manager of the Red Sox, and what it means for the Red Sox this season, and going forward long-term. From there, we draft teams made of Yankees and Red Sox players since 2000, and attempt to rank the top-ten starting pitchers in baseball under the age of 25. To wrap up, we give our thoughts on a potential alternate jersey for the Yankees, and Taijuan Walker's release and the general job Dave Dombrowski has done with the Phillies.

On this week's episode, we discuss Kevin McGonigle's eight-year, $150 million extension, what it means for the Tigers, and if it will impact prospects continuing to sign long-term deals this season. From there, we discuss the Padres sale for a record $3.9 billion to Chelsea owner José E. Feliciano, and the optics of a small-market team being sold for that much money with a lockout looming. To wrap up, we pay tribute to Angels legend Garrett Anderson, who passed away of a heart attack at 53 years old this week.

On this week's episode, we begin by discussing the final-terms of Konnor Griffin's record extension with the Pirates, before ranking the MVP, Cy Young, and Rookie of the Year winners in each league over the decade. From there, we look at how Tap to Challenge allows us to track the results of ABS in real time, and discuss the Angels and Astros brawl and how pitcher suspensions need to be adjusted, the Penner family's investment to buy 40% of the Rockies, and the average MLB salary increasing again to a record $5.34 million.

On this week's episode, we take a look at the future of prospects signing extensions with a looming lockout through the lens of new deals for Konnor Griffin (rumored nine-year, $140 million with the Pirates) Cole Emerson (eight-year, $95 million with the Mariners) and Cooper Pratt (eight-year, $50.75 million with the Brewers.) From there, we discuss the Blue Jays adding Patrick Corbin, and what it means for their rotation, Ozzie Guillen's jersey retirement by the White Sox, and Trevor Bauer returning to the US with the Long Island Ducks.

On this week's episode, we begin by discussing our trip to Oracle Park for opening night of the MLB season, our thoughts on the first Netflix broadcast, how we think ABS has gone so far, and standout performances from the first weekend of baseball. From there, we discuss extensions for Pete Crow-Armstrong ($115 million) and Nico Horner ($141 million) with the Cubs, Cristopher Sanchez ($88 million in new money) with the Phillies, Shane Baz ($68 million) with the Orioles, and Blue Jays GM and Manager Ross Atkins and John Schneider.

On this week's episode, we discuss Venezuela's 2026 WBC Championship, and what ultimately went wrong for the star-studded team America roster. From there, we make our full predictions for the 2026 MLB season, including each division's standings, playoff picks, and the World Series champion. To wrap up, we take a look at rule changes being implemented at the minor league level this season, MLB entering into a new gambling relationship despite an ongoing gambling investigation, and Howie Rose's legacy as the long-time voice of the Mets.

On this week's episode, we begin by recapping the end of pool play and quarterfinal WBC action, and make our predictions for the semi-final matchups. From there, we discuss Jesus Luzardo's extension with the Phillies and make our picks for each league's MVP, Cy Young, and Rookie of the Year winners. To wrap up, predict each team's over/under win total for the upcoming season, pay tribute to Julio Tehran's career, and give our thoughts on the Mets deciding to retire Carlos Beltran's number fifteen.

On this week's episode, we are joined by our friend Zach for our second annual season-long team draft, where whoever's ten teams win the most games this season is declared the winner. From there, we recap the highlights of early pool play at the WBC, and discuss Andrew McCutchen heading to the Rangers, Zack Littell heading to the Nationals, Jurickson Profar being banned for 162 games after his second PED suspension, injuries to Hunter Greene and Jeremy Pena, and the ESPN list of top 100 MLB players.

On this week's episode, we preview the 2026 WBC by taking a loot at each country's roster, and make our predictions for the tournament. From there, we discuss Chris Sale's one-year, $27 milllion extension with the Braves, Max Scherzer's return to the Blue Jays, Oli Marmol's extension with the Cardinals, and CC Sabathia's number retirement by the Yankees. To wrap up, we pick one player on each MLB team that we think are the most likely to have their jersey retired by their franchise after their careers come to an end.

On this week's episode, we begin by paying tribute to Baseball Hall of Famer and Pirates legend Bill Mazeroski, who passed away at age 87. From there, we discuss Tony Clark's resignation under scandal as Executive Director of the MLBPA, and Bruce Meyer's interim elevation. We then discuss Pat Murphy and AJ Preller's extensions, and minor league deals signed since the start of Spring Training. To wrap up, we go through each season since 2000, and debate what was the best MLB game played each season.

On this week's episode, we celebrate seven years of our podcast by discussing Chris Bassitt heading to the Orioles, Zac Gallen heading back to the Diamondbacks, Max Muncy agreeing to his fourth extension with the Dodgers, and the fallout of Nick Castellanos release by the Phillies, and subsequent signing by the Padres. From there, we run through a bunch of signings made before the start of spring training, a trio of hamate bone injuries that put stars on the shelf, and our early thoughts on the first official rules for year one of the ABS at the big league level.

On this week's episode, we begin by discussing a notable week for the Tigers, adding Framber Valdez on a three-year, $115 million contract, bringing back future Hall of Fame Justin Verlander, and losing a historic arbitration hearing to ace Tarik Skubal. From there, we discuss the Pirates new look offense after adding a third All-Star in Marcell Ozuna, the Red Sox new look infield with IKF and Caleb Durbin, and free agent deals for Paul Goldschmidt, Miguel Andujar, Carlos Santana, Nick Martinez, Chris Paddack, and Erick Fedde. To wrap up, we pay tribute to Mickey Lolich and Terrence Gore, and discuss the MLB Network Top Ten at each position.

On this week's episode, we begin by discussing how the free agent market let down Luis Arraez and Eugenio Suarez, who had to settle for one-year deals worth $12 million, and $15 million from the Padres and Reds despite Arraez's bat to ball, and Suarez's power skills. From there, we discuss Harrison Bader signing with the Giants, All-Star Brendan Donovan heading to the Mariners in a three-team trade, Jacob Wilson agreeing to a seven-year, $70 million extension, the Twins President stepping down with spring training around the corner, and the new and improved Chicago White Sox.

On this week's episode, we begin by discussing Jose Ramirez's seven-year, $175 extension, which will likely keep him as a Guardian for the rest of his career. We then discuss the impact of two aces being on the move, with the Mets acquiring Freddy Peralta from the Brewers, and the Rangers acquiring Mackenzie Gore from the Rangers. To wrap up, we take a deep dive on the MLB Network Top 100 players in baseball, and discuss which players were ranked too high and too low, and who were the most surprising rankings on the list.

On this week's episode, we begin by discussing the Dodgers adding the number one-free agent in record fashion, signing Kyle Tucker to a four-year, $240 contract. From there, we discuss the Mets pivoting to Bo Bichette on a three-year, $126 million dollar contract, the Rangers adding Ranger Suarez on a five-year deal, JT Realmuto returning to the Phillies, and Nolan Arenado being traded to the Diamondbacks. To wrap up, we a three-team trade by the Reds, Angels, and Rays, the Yankees acquiring Ryan Weathers, and Clayton Kershaw's return to baseball for Team USA.

On this week's episode, we begin by discussing the election of two center fielders to the Baseball Hall of Fame, Carlos Beltran, and Andruw Jones, and what this year's voting totals mean for future elections. From there, we discuss Cody Bellinger's return to the Yankees on a five-year, $162.5 million deal, and the Mets trading for Luis Robert as their new center fielder. To wrap up, we pay tribute to lefty knuckleballer Wilbur Wood, and look at the 2011 and 2013 top prospect lists, and the most underrated Hall of Famers at each position.

On this week's episode, we begin by discussing an incredible week for the Cubs that saw them add All-Star third baseman Alex Bregman one a five-year, $175 million contract, and right-handed starter Edward Cabrera in a trade with the Marlins. From there, we discuss Tarik Skubal likely heading to an arbitration hearing with the Tigers after exchanging contracts figure $13 million apart, and the Yankees moving on from their pursuit of Cody Bellinger after refusing to offer him a seven-year contract. To wrap up, we take a look at the Hall of Fame voting one week from announcement day.

On this week's episode, we begin by discussing a pair of Japanese free agents' new homes, with Tatsuya Imai signing a three-year, $54 million deal with the Astros, and Kazuma Okamoto heading to the Blue Jays for four-years, and $60 million. From there, we discuss the Giants upgrading their rotation with Tyler Mahle, and Royals manager Matt Quatraro agreeing to a three-year extension. To wrap up, we run a tournament of all the teams with the best regular season record each since 2000, and rank our best 25 players over the last 25 years.

On this week's episode, we begin by revisiting the state of baseball the last time Bryce visited London in 2017, and look back by discussing the odds that certain events would or would not have occurred across baseball in the eight seasons since. From there, we discuss the A's extending Tyler Soderstrom and trading for Jeff McNeil, the Pirates adding their second All-Star in Ryan O'Hearn, and the Marlins adding Pete Fairbanks. To wrap up, we place all the World Series winner in a bracket to crown the best World Series champion since 2000.

On this week's episode, we begin by discussing this week's big free agent deals, including Merrill Kelly, Ha-Seong Kim, and Michael King re-upping with the Diamondbacks, Braves, and Padres, and Japanese slugger Munetaka Murakami shockingly ending up with the White Sox. From there, we give our thoughts Wilson Contreras being moved to the Red Sox, recap the three-team trade between the Astros, Rays, and Pirates that saw Brandon Lowe and Michael Burrows on the move, and analyze Shane Baz being moved to the Orioles. To wrap up, we go through a trio of Phillies moves, the Giants adding Adrian Houser, and Team UA loading up their rotation.

On this week's episode, we discuss a burning hot stove that saw Pete Alonso and Edwin Diaz leave the Mets for the Orioles and Dodgers, and Kyle Schwarber re-signing with the Phillies. We also discuss an extension for Maikel Garcia, new homes for Robert Suarez (Braves) Jorge Polanco (Mets) Kenley Jansen (Tigers) Tyler Rogers (Blue Jays) and others, extensions for Robby Thompson, Mark Shapiro, and Stephen Vogt, Rocco Badelli joining the Dodgers front office and Don Mattingly joining the Phillies. To wrap up, we look back on the Angels 2001 draft of all pitchers.

On this week's episode, we begin by discussing Jeff Kent's induction into the Baseball Hall of Fame after receiving 12 of 16 votes by the Contemporary Baseball Era Committee. From there, we discuss Devin Williams heading to the Mets, the Nationals and Mariners swapping a reliever for a top-prospect, the Blue Jays signing Cody Ponce from Korea, Emilio Pagan heading back to the Reds, the Pirates and Red Sox trading, Cedric Mullins heading to the Rays, and the Rockies hiring Josh Byrnes as GM. To wrap up, we each draft rosters made up of the best current players in baseball.

On this week's episode, we begin by discussing the first big free agent move of the offseason, Dylan Cease's seven-year, $210 million contract with the Toronto Blue Jays. From there, we discuss the Cardinals trading Sonny Gray to the Red Sox, Ryan Helsley signing with the Orioles, the Angels buying out the final year of Anthony Rendon's disastrous contract, and former Orioles manager Brandon Hyde joining the Rays front office. To wrap up, we draft full twenty-six man rosters made up of who we think are the best players in MLB history.

On this week's episode, we begin by looking at the 2025 BBWWA HOF Ballot, and which players we think have the best chance of reaching Cooperstown. From there, we discuss the Mets and Rangers swapping Marcus Semien and Brandon Nimmo, and the Angels and Orioles swapping Taylor Ward and Grayson Rodriguez. To wrap up, we discuss the last managerial opening being filled with Warren Schaeffer's return as manager of the Rockies, new TV deals between MLB and NBC, Netflix, and ESPN, and Raisel Iglesias' return to the Braves as their closer.

On this week's episode, we begin by making our predictions for the free agent market, including how Josh Naylor's five-year deal with the Mariners may shape the market for power hitters. From there, we discuss Aaron Judge and Shohei Ohtani repeating as MVP, Tarik Skubal and Paul Skenes winning the Cy Young Awards, Stephen Vogt and Pat Murphy repeating as Managers of the Year, and our thoughts on the All-MLB teams. To wrap up, we discuss the Seidler family exploring a sale of the Padres, and the Rays return to The Trop.

On this week's episode, we begin by discussing the Contemporary Era Hall of Fame ballot, and which candidates we think have the best chance of induction. From there, we discuss Walt Weiss and Craig Stammen's hires as managers of the Braves and Padres, the Rockies bringing Moneyball to Colorado by hiring Paul DePodesta as head of Baseball Operations, and Gabe Kapler's elevation to GM in Miami. To wrap up, we go through player options, which players we think may accept qualifying offers, the finalists and winners for the 2025 BBWAA awards, and Kyle Hendricks' retirement.

On this week's episode, we recap the Dodgers epic seven-game World Series win, which included a World-Series record 18 inning Game Three, the Blue Jays taking Games Four and Five for a 3-2 series lead, a game-ending double play after a ball got stuck in the wall in Game Six, and an extra-innings classic for the championship in Game Seven. From there, we go through MLBTradeRumors' arbitration projection tracker, and discuss the Twins hiring of Derek Shelton, and the Nationals hiring of Blake Butera as managers.

On this week's episode, we discuss Games 1 and 2 of the World Series, where the Blue Jays took Game 1 behind Addison Barger's historic pinch-hit grand slam, and the Dodgers took Game 2 behind Yoshinobu Yamamoto's complete game performance. From there, we discuss the Orioles hiring Guardians Craig Albernaz's associate manager to lead their roster, the details behind Tony Vitello and Kurt Suzuki's contracts with the Giants and Angels, and Kazuma Okamoto being posted by the Yomiuri Giants, and where we think him and fellow countryman Munetaka Murakami may end up as free agents this offseason.

On this week's episode, we begin by recapping the NLCS, where the Dodgers swept the Brewers behind a historic starting pitching performance, and Shohei Ohtani having arguably the greatest single-game performance in baseball history. From there, we recap a seven-game classic of an ALCS that saw the Blue Jays reach their first World Series since 1993, and preview and make our picks for the Fall Classic. To wrap up, we discuss the Giants' potentially unconventional hire of Tennessee baseball coach Tony Vitello as manager, Kurt Suzuki's hiring by the Angels, the Gold Glove finalists, Albert Pujols' managerial prospects, Emmanuel Clase's future, and Alex Bregman opting out.

On this week's episode, we begin by recapping an exciting Division Series round that saw the Blue Jays, Mariners, Dodgers, and Brewers beat the Yankees, Tigers, Phillies, and Cubs. From there, we make our picks for the League Championship Series and our 2025 All-MLB team picks, and discuss Mike Shildt retiring as manager of the Padres (and potential candidates for the job), Rob Thompson's return with the Phillies, AJ Hinch's extension with the Tigers, and a shakeup of almost the entire Astros coaching staff.

On this week's episode, we begin by recapping a Wildcard round where the Yankees, Tigers, Dodgers, and Cubs all advanced. From there, we preview the Division Series matchups between the Yankees and Blue Jays, Tigers and Mariners, Cubs and Brewers, and Phillies and Dodgers. To wrap up, we discuss Pete Alonso's opt-out, and this year's managerial black Monday, which saw Bruce Bochy, Rocco Baldelli, Bob Melvin, and Ron Washington lose their jobs, Brian Snitker retire, and Don Kelly signing an extension.

On this week's episode, we begin by recapping the final week of the regular season, and discuss which teams made up the twelve-team postseason field. From there, we pick each round of the playoffs and make our World Series picks, and discuss our ballots for each BBWAA awards, including each picking a side in the Cal Raleigh vs. Aaron Judge AL MVP debate. To wrap up, we go through the Nationals hire to run their front office, the ABS system officially coming to the big leagues next season, and Netflix getting into baseball starting with opening day next season.

On this week's episode, we discuss the last week of the MLB season, and make our final playoff predictions with two series to go. From there, we discuss Clayton Kershaw's retirement, and discuss our favorite memories of The King, and his legacy as an all-time great pitcher, and Dodger. To wrap up, we discuss this year's qualifying offer and which players we think may be most likely to accept, the Dodgers crossing 4 million fans this season, the Twins gutting their scouting department, and the new voice of TBS baseball.

On this week's episode, we breakdown a tight playoff race with two weeks to go in the regular season. From there, we discuss Anthony Rizzo retiring as a Cub, Mike Elias' promotion and which managers and executives are on the hottest seats with the season coming to an end shortly. To wrap up, we discuss the new Montreal Expos doc and what baseball topics we wanted to see covered in a doc most, and which figures throughout our lives we would most want to see throw out a first pitch at a baseball game.

On this week's episode, we power rank each of the twelve current playoff teams based on the strength of their lineups, pitching rotations, bullpens, and coaching staff. From there, we pay tribute to Davey Johnson and discuss his candidacy for the Hall of Fame after a long, distinguished career in baseball. To wrap up, we discuss Ha Song Kim and Walker Buehler's new homes, and Trea Turner's hamstring injury, and whether or not we think when all is said and done he will find himself enshrined in Cooperstown.

On this week's episode, we begin by giving our latest updates on the award races across baseball as we head into September, and whether or not we're back in on the Yankees as contenders. From there, in honor of Mark Teixeira running for congress, we build a Presidential Cabinet of current MLB players. To wrap up, we discuss Aroldis Chapman's extension with the Red Sox coming off a career year, and take an early look at the 2026 MLB schedule, and the gauntlet the Rockies will have to face all April long.

On this week's episode, we discuss twenty-one year old top-prospect Samuel Basallo's eight-year, $67 million extension with the Orioles, signed one-week into his big-league career. From there, we discuss Zach Wheeler's season-ending thoracic outlet decompression surgery, and what it means for his career, and the Phillies World Series hopes. To wrap up, we discuss the new Reliever of the Year Award, ESPN and MLB deciding to remain in business through MLB.TV's sale, and make a team comprised entirely of left-handed throwers.

On this week's episode, we discuss various What If baseball scenarios throughout our lifetime, including Billy Beane running the Red Sox, various A-Rod trade scenarios, baseball in Florida if Jose Fernandez had not passed away, the Yankees success if Hank Steinbrenner took over, if Michael Jordan would have stayed in baseball had the 1994 strike been avoided, and Mike Trout's career if Albert Pujols had never signed with the Angels. We also discuss the Pohlad family taking the Twins off the market, potential divisional realignment with expansion, and the latest TV news around baseball.

On this week's episode, we make our three-quarter season of the award picks for MVP, Cy Young, Rookie of the Year, and Manager of the Year, and make our picks for the World Series with 40 or so games left in the season. From there, we discuss Roman Anthony's eight-year, $130 million extension with the Red Sox that buys out all of his pre-arbitration, and first-three free agent years, and Jen Pawol making history over the weekend as the first female umpire at the big league level. To wrap up, we discuss Alex Wood's retirement, and how Old Timer's Day made us long for the Yankees of the past.

On this week's episode, we recap a wild trade deadline that saw elite closers on the move, including Mason Miller, Jhoan Duran, David Bednar, and Camilo Doval. We then discuss the Yankees and Mets upgrading their bullpens, a Twins firesale, and new homes for Carlos Correa (Astros) Harrison Bader (Phillies) Shane Bieber (Blue Jays) Merrill Kelly (Rangers) KeBryan Hayes (Reds) Adrian Houser (Rays) Zack Littell (Reds) Dustin May (Red Sox) Charlie Morton (Tigers) and Willi Castro (Cubs) and many more.

On this week's episode, we pay tribute to Hall of Fame second baseman Ryne Sandberg, who passed away at the age of 65. From there, we discuss early trade deadline moves, including trades for Josh Naylor, Ryan McMahon, and Gregory Soto, an extension for Seth Lugo, and David Robertson returning to the Phillies. To wrap up, we make trade deadline predictions, and discuss Emmanuel Clase being placed on leave until August 31st for gambling, and Rob Manfred and Bryce Harper going toe to toe in the Phillies locker room.

On this week's episode, we begin by discussing Cal Raleigh's Home Run Derby win by literal inches, and the National League taking the first ever All-Star game to go to a swing-off by the score of 7-6. From there, we draft combos of current and former players to play the same position for the same team, and discuss the Rays being sold to Patrick Zalupski and the news that they will be playing any potential playoff games at Steinbrenner Field, the Blue Jays being in the mix for a future All-Star game, and how MLB plans to schedule around the 2028 Olympics.

On this week's episode, we begin by making our picks from a loaded Home Run Derby field, including our winner, final four picks, total home runs hit, the longest home runs, and which player we think will hit the most dingers. From there, we make our picks for the All-Star game, and discuss how players need to commit to the game once selected, and the mistakes the league made in picking replacements for the roster. To wrap up, we take a look at the top picks in the MLB Draft and which players we think are the best fits for their teams.

On this week's episode, we begin with our midseason review, including our award picks so far, and biggest surprises, and disappointments. From there, we discuss Clayton Kershaw's historic 3000th career strike out, All-Star game starters, rosters, and snubs, Mike Rizzo and Dave Martinez being fired as part of a giant shakeup in DC, and a gambling controversy surrounding Guardians pitcher Luis Ortiz. To wrap up, we pay tribute to Bobby Jenks, and discuss Bob Melvin's future in SF after his 2026 option was picked up by the team.

On this week's episode, we pay tribute to Hall of Famer Dave Parker, who passed away at the age of 74 just weeks before his long-awaited induction into the Baseball Hall of Fame. From there, we discuss the contingency stadium plans should the Rays make the postseason, Fernando Tatis Jr. suing Big League advance for predatory practices, Luis Severino speaking out against his own team's stadium, Ron Washington being ruled out for the year as manager of the Angels, and the Twins picking up Rocco Baldelli's option for the 2026 season.

On this week's episode, Chase begins by venting his frustration at Aaron Boone for pulling Clarke Schmidt after seven no-hit innings against the Orioles on Saturday. From there, we discuss Cal Raleigh's latest history making week, Ron Washington's leave of absence from the Angels, Mark Walter's purchase of the Lakers, and the newest potential buyer of the Rays. To wrap up, we look at suspensions to Mike Schildt, Dave Roberts, and Dennis Santana, and look at the fallout of the Rafael Devers trade.

On this week's episode, we begin by discussing the implications of the bombshell trade of Rafael Devers to the SF Giants for Kyle Harrison, Jordan Hicks, James Tibbs, and Jose Bello, just hours after Devers homered against the Yankees at Fenway Park. From there, we discuss the Athletic Anonymous Player Poll, and players thoughts on what players they like to watch the most, who they'd like to face the least, what teams and managers they'd like to play for most and least, and thoughts on robo umps and how to generally improve the game. To wrap up, we discuss Zack Wheeler's comments that he will retire when his current contract ends following the 2027 season.

On this week's episode, we begin by making our first round of picks for the 2025 MLB All-Star game, with ballots having gone live last week. From there, we discuss the long and short-term fallout of Corbin Burnes' Tommy-John Surgery, Rob Manfred using the Competition Committee to bring the Automatic Balls Strike System to MLB for the 2026 season, and Justin Ishbia beginning his path to become the majority and controlling owner of the Chicago White Sox over Jerry Reinsdorf as soon as the 2029 season.