Bat Flip Podcast

David and Damien discuss the New York Mets finally firing Carlos Mendoza, the Los Angeles Angles and their bungling owner Arte Moreno firing Perry Minasian, and another mid-June trade. Plus, the Cubs are all dying, and other injuries are covered around baseball. Don't miss this exciting episode.

Greg Zumach joins the show for an in-depth conversation on all things college baseball and the upcoming draft! We break down the 2026 College World Series in Omaha — who’s making noise, key storylines, top performers, and which teams are still fighting for a national championship. Plus, we dive into the 2026 MLB Draft preview with Greg’s expert analysis on the top prospects, risers, sleepers, and potential first-round surprises. From college standouts to future MLB stars, this is your ultimate guide to what’s happening in Omaha and what to expect on draft night. In This Video: College World Series recap...

David and Damien go over all the MLB standings changes in June! Can the Detroit Tigers and Kansas City Royals rally from the AL Central basement? Can anyone catch the Atlanta Braves? What's happening with the Cubs, and is the entire NL Central THAT good? All this, plus some news and notes from around the leaguge. Don't miss this epsiode!

Another chaotic week in the 2026 MLB season! We break down all the biggest stories, from fan movements to shocking streaks and injury updates. Top Stories This Week: The Tarps Off movement is spreading across baseball — especially loud in Anaheim this week, along with leaked Shohei Ohtani trade rumors. Is it time to write off the Detroit Tigers? Tarik Skubal is throwing bullpens, but trade rumblings are growing louder. The Chicago Cubs followed a historic home winning streak (longest since 1935) with a brutal 9-game losing streak. The Los Angeles Dodgers remain the only preseason division favorite still leading their division. Au...

The Major League season is in full swing, and Matt and David go over the EXTENSIVE injury list as MLB teams continue to work through tons of injuries. Also, each went to a ballpark this weekend and will discuss their experience. Plus a few prospects, including Colt Emerson of the Mariners were called up! Don't miss this episode of the Batflip Podcast.

Another wild week in the 2026 MLB season is in the books! We break down the current standings, top stories, and all the biggest moments from the past week. Top Stories This Week: The Chicago Cubs have won 10 games in a row for the second time this season — are they the real deal? The Atlanta Braves mourn the loss of franchise icons Ted Turner and Bobby Cox. Robby Snelling makes his highly anticipated MLB debut. Spencer Jones and Ryan Waldschmidt get called up, while the Diamondbacks DFA Alek Thomas. Giants trade catcher Patrick Bailey to the Guardians for prospect #29 and le...

The 2026 MLB season is full of major moves and tough news! Top Stories: Travis Bazzana, the #1 overall pick in the 2024 MLB Draft, has officially been called up by the Cleveland Guardians. The Philadelphia Phillies have fired manager Rob Thompson. Don Mattingly takes over as manager (he previously managed Carl and Justin Crawford). Thompson was offered a role within the organization. (Note: Alex Cora was reportedly offered the job on Sunday before Thompson’s firing on Tuesday.) Tarik Skubal underwent elbow surgery to remove loose bodies and is expected to miss 2-3 months. Week in Review: Dodgers acquire Tyler Fitzgerald from th...

The 2026 MLB season continues to deliver major news! Right-hander Lucas Giolito has signed with the San Diego Padres on a 1-year/$3 million deal that can reach up to $8 million with incentives, plus a mutual option for 2027. In a shocking move, the Boston Red Sox have fired manager Alex Cora, hitting coach Peter Fatse, assistant hitting coach Dillon Lawson, bench coach Ramon Vázquez, and game planning coach Jason Varitek. Chad Tracy has been named interim manager as the Red Sox look to turn their season around. Week in Review Highlights: Zack Wheeler made a strong return to the mound (5 I...

The 2026 MLB season is delivering major off-field news alongside on-field action! The Detroit Tigers have locked up top infield prospect Kevin McGonigle to a massive 8-year, $150 million extension that includes a $14 million signing bonus and performance escalators. Big Off-Field Stories: The MLB Players Association fired COO Xavier James and Head of HR Michael O’Neill following an internal investigation after Tony Clark’s resignation in February. Chris Capuano is the new COO and Ian Penny takes over as interim Head of HR. The San Diego Padres are on the verge of being sold to Jose E. Feliciano and his wife...

The 2026 MLB season is already delivering drama! The Pittsburgh Pirates locked up superstar prospect Konnor Griffin with a massive 9-year, $140 million extension (up to $150M with incentives) — the largest contract in franchise history, topping Bryan Reynolds’ deal. Plus, the Penner Group (owners of the Denver Broncos) has purchased a 40% stake in the Colorado Rockies — a major ownership shift in Denver. Week in Review Highlights: Jorge Soler and Reynaldo Lopez brawl leads to heavy suspensions: Soler gets 7 games, Lopez gets 5 games. Is it time to panic for the Astros, Cubs, or Yankees? Early season struggles analyzed. Fun with the early season...

The Seattle Mariners made a historic commitment to their top prospect this week! Colt Emerson (MLB Pipeline #7, BA #7, FanGraphs #11 overall) signed an 8-year/$95 million extension with a 9th-year club option, full no-trade clause (NTC), and escalators that can push the total over $130 million. This is the largest contract ever for a player with zero MLB service time. Week in Review Highlights: Konnor Griffin (Pirates' No. 1 prospect) made his MLB debut on Friday at just 19 years old — the first teenager to debut since Juan Soto. He doubled in his very first at-bat! Long-term extension talks are already underway. Sandy Alcantara lo...

The 2026 MLB season is off to a wild start, and we’re breaking down the biggest contract news plus early-season takeaways! The Chicago Cubs locked up two key pieces long-term: Pete Crow-Armstrong (PCA) on a 6-year/$115M extension (no options, buys out two free-agent years — he can hit free agency at age 31, includes assignment bonus if traded, and escalators that can push the total to $133M). They also extended Nico Hoerner on a 6-year/$141M straight deal (no options, $5M signing bonus, $10M deferred — present-day value ~$137.5M) with a full no-trade clause. The Baltimore Orioles secured young starter Shane Baz with a...

OPENING DAY IS HERE! Join David, Damien, and Matt in discussing the official 2026 season predictions, being an annual episode where awards, results, and a world series champion are selected, that we can look back on at the end of the MLB season. Don't miss this episode as you ramp up for all things baseball this opening week.

MLB Hot Stove February 2026 Update: Trades, Signings, Injuries & Max Muncy Extension! Spring Training is here, and the MLB offseason is still delivering big moves! We're recapping the latest trades, free agent signings, arbitration drama, injuries shaking up rotations/lineups, and more as teams gear up for 2026. Key Trades: ARI gets RP Kade Strowd (solid rookie arm) from BAL for UTIL Blaze Alexander (utility depth boost for O's). BOS acquires prospects Caleb Durbin, Andrew Monasterio, Anthony Siegler + Comp B pick from MIL for LHP Kyle Harrison & Shane Drohan in a six-player swap. LA (Dodgers) sends INT bonus pool money to...

MLB Offseason Madness January 2026: Big Trades, Signings, Arbitration Drama, HOF News & Shocking Injuries! The 2026 MLB hot stove is on fire! We're breaking down the latest moves shaking up rosters: relievers landing new homes with Ryne Stanek signing with the Cardinals (post-Arenado trade), Tyler Kinley re-upping with the Braves, and Pierce Johnson joining the Reds. Left-hander Ranger Suárez cashes in big with the Boston Red Sox on a 5-year/$130M deal to anchor their rotation. Nolan Arenado gets a fresh start traded to the Arizona Diamondbacks (Cards eating most salary). In a wild three-team swap (Rays, Angels, Reds), Josh L...

The 2025-26 MLB offseason is in full swing, and the action since mid-December has been nonstop! We’re covering every major signing, trade, and rumor that’s reshaping rosters ahead of Spring Training. Japanese aces and sluggers are making big splashes stateside: right-hander Tatsuya Imai inks a 3-year, $54M deal with the Houston Astros to bolster their rotation alongside Hunter Brown, while power-hitting first baseman Kazuma Okamoto signs a 4-year, $60M contract with the Toronto Blue Jays, adding serious thump to a lineup already featuring Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Reliever Pete Fairbanks cashes in with a 1-year, $13M pillow contract with the...

2025 MLB Winter Meetings Recap: Schwarber Re-Signs with Phillies, Díaz to Dodgers, Alonso Joins Orioles & Post-Meetings Moves! Join us as we break down the action-packed 2025 MLB Winter Meetings in Orlando (Dec 8-11), featuring blockbuster free agent signings like Kyle Schwarber's 5-year, $150M return to the Philadelphia Phillies, Edwin Díaz's record AAV deal with the Los Angeles Dodgers, and Pete Alonso's 5-year, $155M pact with the Baltimore Orioles! We also cover post-meetings developments, including Kenley Jansen to the Tigers, Merrill Kelly back to the Diamondbacks, and ongoing rumors around Kyle Tucker, Tarik Skubal trades, and more offseason buzz as of...

The MLB offseason is off and running, and the hot stove is smoking! Tonight, David and Damien dive into the Major League signings of Phil Maton and Raisel Iglesias, three HUGE trades between the Rangers/Mets, Red Sox/Cardinals, and Orioles/Angels, and the Rockies finally hired a manager! Don't miss the guys breaking these moves and their impact down as we ready for the winter meetings.

2026 MLB Free Agent Predictions: Where Will Kyle Tucker, Munetaka Murakami, Dylan Cease, Framber Valdez Land? Bold Offseason Moves! Join us for our ultimate 2026 MLB Free Agency breakdown as we predict the hottest destinations for the top names hitting the market this winter! Will superstar outfielder Kyle Tucker (29, 8.7 WAR with Cubs) snag a $400M+ mega-deal from the Yankees, Dodgers, or Phillies? Where does Japanese slugger Munetaka Murakami (26, NPB posted by Yakult Swallows) unleash his 50+ HR power—Red Sox, Giants, or Mariners? Ace Dylan Cease (30, 8.1 WAR) battling for the biggest pitching payday with the Mets, Astros, or Braves? Framber Valdez (32, 7.7 WAR ac...

2025 World Series Recap: Dodgers Go Back-to-Back, Epic 7-Game Thriller Over Blue Jays! Relive the Dodgers' historic 2025 MLB World Series victory, clinching their ninth title and first back-to-back since the Yankees' three-peat with a heart-stopping 5-4 extra-innings win in Game 7 against the Toronto Blue Jays! From Shohei Ohtani's MVP heroics and Will Smith's game-winning 11th-inning HR to the Jays' valiant fight led by Bo Bichette's three-run bomb and Max Scherzer's 41-year-old clutch start, we break down every dramatic moment, blown saves, diving catches, and what went wrong for Toronto. Perfect for MLB fans, fantasy baseball players, and Fall Classic legends...

2025 MLB World Series Preview: Dodgers vs Blue Jays! ALCS/NLCS Championship Series Recap & Bold Predictions! Join us as we recap the epic 2025 MLB Championship Series—where the Toronto Blue Jays stunned the Seattle Mariners in a 7-game ALCS thriller (4-3 Jays win), and the Los Angeles Dodgers dominated the Milwaukee Brewers in a 4-1 NLCS sweep! Now, dive into our ultimate preview of the 2025 World Series matchup between the powerhouse Dodgers (led by Shohei Ohtani's MVP magic and a stacked rotation) and the surging Blue Jays (fueled by Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s clutch hitting and Alek Manoah's shutdown pitching). We...

2025 MLB Championship Series Predictions: Mariners vs Blue Jays ALCS, Dodgers vs Brewers NLCS Breakdown! The 2025 MLB playoffs heat up—join us as we deliver expert predictions for the ALCS between the Seattle Mariners and Toronto Blue Jays, and the NLCS showdown between the Los Angeles Dodgers and Milwaukee Brewers! We analyze key matchups, star players like Julio Rodríguez, Vladimir Guerrero Jr., Shohei Ohtani, and Christian Yelich, pitching rotations, injury impacts, and who advances to the World Series. From bold upset picks to series scores, we've got the ultimate preview for baseball's biggest stage! Perfect for MLB fans, fantasy bas...

2025 MLB Playoff Bracket Breakdown: Wild Card Series Predictions for Yankees vs Red Sox, Guardians vs Tigers, Dodgers vs Reds & Cubs vs Padres! The 2025 MLB postseason is here—join us as we unveil the full playoff bracket and deliver bold Wild Card Series predictions! With the Toronto Blue Jays earning the AL's top seed and bye alongside the Seattle Mariners, we dive into the intense AL matchups: New York Yankees hosting Boston Red Sox in a heated rivalry rematch, and Cleveland Guardians facing Detroit Tigers in a Central showdown. In the NL, Milwaukee Brewers and Philadelphia Phillies get byes, while th...

MLB 2025 Playoff Push: Reds Control NL Wild Card Destiny Over Mets, Mariners Sweep Astros in Epic AL WC Battle with Cleveland & Detroit, Trout's 400th HR Milestone & Kershaw Retires! Join us for this week's explosive MLB breakdown as of September 22, 2025! We dive into the Cincinnati Reds owning their tiebreaker destiny in the heated NL Wild Card race against the slumping New York Mets, the Seattle Mariners' dominant sweep of the Houston Astros igniting a thrilling AL Wild Card showdown with Cleveland Guardians and Detroit Tigers, Mike Trout's historic 400th career home run—a 485-foot monster at Coors Field—and Clayton Kers...

MLB 2025 Drama: Trea Turner Injury, Kyle Schwarber’s 4-HR Explosion, Dodgers No-Hitter Collapse & Wild Card Races! Join us as we break down the wildest MLB moments as of September 8, 2025! We dive into Trea Turner’s devastating injury sidelining the Phillies, Kyle Schwarber’s historic 4-home run game for the Phillies, the Dodgers’ heartbreaking near no-hitter collapse against the Rockies, and the nail-biting AL and NL Wild Card races heating up the playoff push. Plus, more MLB news, standout performances, and fantasy baseball implications! Perfect for baseball fans and MLB enthusiasts. #MLB2025 #TreaTurner #KyleSchwarber #Dodgers #WildCardRace #BaseballNews Subscribe for daily MLB upda...

MLB 2025 Hot Topics: New TV Deals, Cal Raleigh’s Record-Breaking HRs, Zack Wheeler’s TOS, Division Races & Samuel Basallo’s Extension! Join us as we dive into the biggest MLB stories as of August 25, 2025! We break down the massive new MLB TV deals reshaping baseball’s future, Cal Raleigh’s historic 49 home runs, setting a new catcher record, and Zack Wheeler’s thoracic outlet syndrome diagnosis impacting the Phillies. Plus, we analyze the intense AL and NL division races and discuss the Baltimore Orioles’ blockbuster extension for top prospect Samuel Basallo. Perfect for baseball fans, fantasy baseball players, and MLB news enthu...

MLB 2025 Weekend Wrap: Dodgers Sweep Padres, Top Prospects Called Up, Ketel Marte Drama, Manfred’s Latest Comments & More! Join us as we break down the thrilling Dodgers vs. Padres series from August 15-17, 2025, where the Dodgers dominated with a sweep to reclaim the NL West lead! We dive into the latest top prospect call-ups shaking up MLB rosters, the ongoing issues surrounding Ketel Marte and the Arizona Diamondbacks, and Commissioner Rob Manfred’s controversial remarks sparking debate. From playoff implications to rising stars, we cover it all! Perfect for baseball fans, fantasy baseball players, and MLB enthusiasts. #MLB2025 #DodgersVsPadres #MLBP...

MLB 2025 Sizzling Storylines: Brewers’ Insane Hot Streak, Yankees & Mets Stumbling, Dodgers vs Padres NL West Showdown! Join us as we dive into the biggest MLB headlines as of August 11, 2025! We break down the Milwaukee Brewers’ unreal run dominating the NL Central, analyze what’s going wrong with the New York Yankees and Mets as they falter in the AL and NL East, and unpack the heated NL West race between the Los Angeles Dodgers and San Diego Padres. From playoff implications to standout performances, we’ve got it all covered! Perfect for baseball fans, fantasy baseball players, and MLB enthusia...

2025 MLB Trade Deadline Fallout: Breaking Down Blockbuster Deals & Playoff Impact! Join us as we unpack the aftermath of the July 31, 2025 MLB Trade Deadline! We analyze the biggest blockbuster trades, surprise moves, and their impact on the playoff race. From superstar swaps to prospect hauls, we cover how teams like the Dodgers, Yankees, Rays, and more reshaped their rosters for the 2025 postseason push. Perfect for baseball fans, fantasy baseball players, and MLB trade enthusiasts! #MLBTradeDeadline2025 #TradeFallout #MLB2025 #BaseballNews Subscribe for daily MLB breakdowns, hit the bell , and share your thoughts in the comments! Which trade will change the 2025 season?

2025 MLB Trade Deadline Primer: Everything You Need to Know! Get ready for the July 31, 2025 MLB Trade Deadline with our ultimate primer! We break down the top players on the trade block, potential blockbuster deals, and which teams are buying or selling. From contenders like the Dodgers and Yankees to surprise movers like the Rays, we cover the key storylines, trade rumors, and prospects to watch. Perfect for baseball fans, fantasy baseball players, and MLB trade enthusiasts! #MLBTradeDeadline2025 #BaseballTrades #MLB2025 #TradePrimer Subscribe for daily MLB trade insights, hit the bell , and share your predictions in the comments! Which trade will...

MLB 2025 All-Star Break Recap & Major Shakeups! Join us as we dive into the biggest MLB stories post-All-Star Break on July 21, 2025! We recap the 2025 MLB All-Star Game highlights, break down the Tampa Bay Rays’ trade deadline sell-off and their push for home playoff games, and analyze the Washington Nationals’ shocking decision to fire their manager and GM. From standout All-Star performances to playoff implications and front-office drama, we’ve got it all! Perfect for baseball fans, fantasy baseball players, and MLB news enthusiasts. #MLB2025 #AllStarGame #TampaBayRays #NationalsFiring #MLBNews Subscribe for daily MLB updates, hit the bell , and share your thoughts in the...

MLB 2025 June Breakdown: Rays’ Secret Sauce, Tigers’ AL Central Grip, Wild Card Chaos & More! Dive into the hottest MLB topics as of June 30, 2025! How do the Tampa Bay Rays keep defying odds, and are they a real AL East threat? Have the Detroit Tigers locked up the AL Central? We analyze the AL West Wild Card race with Seattle Mariners, Los Angeles Angels, and Texas Rangers all within 1.5 games of a spot—what should they do at the trade deadline? In the NL, what’s wrong with the slumping New York Mets? Can Bryce Harper’s return spark the Philadelph...

2025 BatFlip Podcast MLB All-Star Game Ballot Reveal! Join us on the BatFlip Podcast as we unveil our picks for the 2025 MLB All-Star Game! From top sluggers to ace pitchers across the American and National Leagues, we break down our votes, highlight standout players, and debate potential snubs. Who deserves a spot in the Midsummer Classic? Perfect for baseball fans, fantasy baseball players, and All-Star Game enthusiasts! #MLBAllStar2025 #BatFlipPodcast #Baseball #MLB2025 #AllStarBallot Subscribe for more MLB breakdowns, hit the bell , and share YOUR All-Star picks in the comments! Who’s YOUR top vote for 2025?

MLB 2025 Blockbusters: Rafael Devers Traded to Giants, Shohei Ohtani’s Pitching Return, Injury Roundup & Roman Anthony’s Call-Up! Join us for an explosive episode breaking down the biggest MLB news of June 2025! We dive into the stunning Rafael Devers trade to the San Francisco Giants, Shohei Ohtani’s epic return to the mound with the Dodgers, a MLB injury wrap-up, and the highly anticipated call-up of Red Sox top prospect Roman Anthony! Perfect for baseball fans, fantasy baseball players, and MLB news junkies. #MLB2025 #RafaelDevers #ShoheiOhtani #RomanAnthony #MLBNews Subscribe for daily MLB updates, hit the bell , and drop your though...

2025 College World Series & MLB Draft Breakdown with Greg Zumach! Join us for an exclusive episode featuring baseball expert Greg Zumach as we dive into the 2025 College World Series and the top MLB Draft prospects to watch! From standout players like Aiva Arquette and Liam Doyle to rising stars in Omaha, we cover the best college baseball talent, draft projections, and key storylines for the 2025 MLB Draft. Perfect for fans of college baseball, MLB prospects, and draft enthusiasts! #CollegeWorldSeries #MLBDraft2025 #BaseballProspects #GregZumach #CWS2025

MLB 2025 Hot Takes: What's Wrong with Juan Soto? Are the Cardinals Legit? Rockies Worst Team Ever? Join us for an explosive episode diving into the biggest MLB stories as of June 2, 2025! We break down Juan Soto’s struggles with the Mets, whether the St. Louis Cardinals are true contenders, and if the Colorado Rockies could be the worst team in MLB history. Can the Boston Red Sox bounce back? Are the Detroit Tigers the best team in baseball? Will the Texas Rangers sell at the trade deadline? Plus, we cover the latest MLB injury updates and high-profile prospect call-ups sh...

MLB BREAKING NEWS: Brandon Hyde FIRED, Jose Alvarado SUSPENDED! Join us as we dive into the latest baseball drama, analyzing the shocking dismissal of Baltimore Orioles manager Brandon Hyde and the controversial suspension of Jose Alvarado. Plus, we build the ultimate Dream Team USA WBC lineup for the World Baseball Classic! From top MLB players to rising stars, we cover it all. Don’t miss our in-depth discussion on baseball news, roster predictions, and more!

Matt and David discuss news from the baseball world over the past couple of weeks, including managerial firings, player drama, injury news, and a recap of our player of the day polls!

The 2025 MLB season is underway, and each division is buzzing with critical questions that could shape the playoff race! Will the Orioles rebound in the ultra-competitive AL East? Can the Giants dominate the NL West despite a tougher Padres & Dodgers challenge? Is the NL Central the Cubs to lose, or will any other team steal the crown? We’re diving into the most pressing storylines across all six divisions, from the AL Central’s lone playoff contender to the NL East’s big three (Braves, Phillies, Mets). Join us for expert analysis, bold predictions, and the key players to watch...

The 2025 MLB season is heating up with game-changing developments! We’re diving into the latest injury news,shaking up team rotations. Plus, top prospects are getting called up, while struggling veterans face demotions—find out who’s rising and falling! And don’t miss our spotlight on fast starts and Aaron Judge’s early MVP push. Stay ahead of the curve with our in-depth breakdown of baseball’s biggest stories!