Only hours after the Astros acquired Justin Verlander from the Mets, their 29-year-old ace Framber Valdez pitched a no-hitter, signaling to the baseball world that the Astros are back! Jake and Jordan break down Valdez’s incredible performance, before taking a big picture look at each team’s moves over the past few days. Then, the Metspert himself Bobby Wagner returns for another edition of METSCON, and Jake and Jordan sit down with now-Mets prospect Drew Gilbert at the Futures Game suite in Sea...
Aug 02, 2023•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 134
After managing to avoid any baseball-related news for the 24-hours prior to the trade deadline, Jake jumped on a live stream with Jordan and reacted to each the moves from the final day. Here's how it played out. Merch Link: podswag.com/baseball Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app: 🎧 Apple Podcasts 🎧 Spotify 🖥️ YouTube 📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network And check out Jake, Jordan & the show on X or Instagram: 🌤️ @CespedesBBQ: https://bsky.app/profile/...
Aug 02, 2023•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 133
The MLB Trade Deadline is upon us! And some major names have already been dealt. Jake and Jordan react to the Rangers trading for Max Scherzer and break down what this means for Texas, as well as why Mets fans should not get excited about this move whatsoever. Then, the guy’s touch on a number of other deals that went down over the weekend, including a trade made by an AL Central team that makes no sense Merch Link: podswag.com/baseball Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast a...
Jul 31, 2023•54 min•Ep. 132
Shohei Ohtani is staying put in L.A (for now), and the Angels are doing whatever they can to win. Jake and Jordan break down the moves the Halo’s have made so far, and marvel at another historic day for their Japanese superstar. Then, Cardinals Beat Writer Derrick Goold joins the show to talk about the struggling Cardinals, and what moves they should make heading into the Trade Deadline. Finally, Jake and Jordan touch on the Dominican Summer League, a very strange Joe Musgrove quote, and a certa...
Jul 28, 2023•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 131
Kiké Hernandez is on his way to L.A. after being traded for Nick Roberson and Justin Hagenman. Jake and Jordan discuss the trade and what it means for both teams - and the trade market - moving forward. Then, the guys touch on the Red Sox’s win against the Braves (despite giving up a TOOTBLAN triple play), break down all the action from the Pirates-Padres game which saw Manny Machado get plunked, and react to Mickey Mo’s blunder that almost cost the Angels a win against the Tigers. Finally, the ...
Jul 26, 2023•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 130
The MLB Trade Deadline is right around the corner, and we just got our first spicy trade rumor. Could former AL Rookie of the Year Jonathan India be on the move from the Reds? We’ll find out soon enough. Then, Jake and Jordan recap Dylan Crews’ introductory press conference in which Scott Boras cried and provide some hypothetical MLB comps for Lionel Messi’s goal for Inter Miami over the weekend. Finally, Jake breaks down his Men’s League experience which almost culminated in him getting ejected...
Jul 24, 2023•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 129
The baseball dugout water cooler remains undefeated after an altercation with Jarred Kelenic left the latter with a broken foot. Jake and Jordan explain how this this silly and immature moment from the 24-year-old might actually endear him to Mariners fans. Then, the boys bathe in the Yankenfreude that this New York Yankees team has provided for rival fans, admit to something that frustrates them about Elly De La Cruz, and play the first ever edition of “Baseball Taboo”. Merch Link: podswag.com/...
Jul 21, 2023•59 min•Ep. 128
Jake and Jordan are back together to break down every single team's game plan heading into the trade deadline. Will your team be sellers, like the White Sox and Cardinals, or are they only one or two pieces away from a potential World Series berth, like the Giants, the Astros or the Phillies? Or perhaps you’re a Braves fan and you have everything you could possibly ever need in a team. Either way, Jake and Jordan have you covered. Then, the guys discuss last night's historically high scoring gam...
Jul 19, 2023•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 127
Baseball is officially back from the All-Star break, and Shohei Ohtani is back making history. But how much longer will he be doing it from Anaheim? Jake Mintz is joined by Foolish Baseball himself, Bailey Freeman, to break down all the action from over the weekend, and debate over what Arte Moreno and the Angels should do with Ohtani, provide some possible solutions for the Padres' woes, and put into context exactly how good 21-year-old Japanese pitcher Roki Sasaki really is. Merch Link: podswa...
Jul 17, 2023•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 126
The first half of the 2023 MLB season is officially in the books, which means it’s time to get irrationally hopeful and look ahead to the second half. From the lowly A’s to the dominant Braves, Jake and Jordan break down every single team in the Major Leagues and make a case for how excited (or depressed) their fan base should be to watch their team in the run to the playoffs. Merch Link: podswag.com/baseball Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app: 🎧 Apple Podcasts 🎧 Spo...
Jul 14, 2023•46 min•Ep. 125
With a game-winning home run, and one of the most memorable moments in All-Star Game history, 32-year-old Venezuelan Catcher Elias Diaz has been crowned the 2023 ASG MVP. Friend of the show Daniel Alvarez joins Jordan to talk about this iconic moment and recalls how he and Elias first became friends. Then, Jake and Jordan sit down with two Futures Gamers in Spencer Jones and Pete Crow-Armstrong to talk about their friendship, college visits, the things in life that they suck at, Pete's goatee, S...
Jul 12, 2023•54 min•Ep. 124
Vladimir Guerrero Jr takes the crown as the 2023 Home Run Derby champion after hitting 25 homers against Randy Arozarena in the final round of the knockout tournament. Jake and Jordan break down every hitter’s outing, beginning with the disappointing performances of Adolis Garcia and Pete Alonso. Then, the guys break down each of the lineups for tonight’s All-Star Game and give their predictions. Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app: 🎧 Apple Podcasts 🎧 Spotify 🖥️ YouT...
Jul 11, 2023•37 min•Ep. 123
With the first pick of the 2023 MLB Draft, the Pittsburgh Pirates pick…Paul Skenes! Day 1 of the 2023 MLB Draft is officially in the books. Jake and Jordan break down each of the first five picks, and touch on a number of other selections that caught their interest, including Arjun Nimmala to the Blue Jays, Enrique Bradfield to the Orioles, Bryce Eldridge to the Giants, and a whole lot more. Then, the boys recap their experience at the Futures Game on Saturday which culminated with Jordan meetin...
Jul 10, 2023•57 min•Ep. 122
The 2023 SiriusXM All-Star Futures Game is upon us. Jake and Jordan, LIVE from Seattle, Washington, preview the game by breaking down all the players to watch, and discuss the ball-strike challenge system which will be in effect for the game. Then, the boys give you a glimpse into the personalities of some of these players by sharing snippets from their chats with Marcelo Mayer, Nick Yorke, Jonathan Cannon, Victor Scott II, Jordan Lawlar and Dalton Rushing. Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on yo...
Jul 08, 2023•32 min•Ep. 121
All-Star Week is here! Jake and Jordan get into the excitement surrounding the Mets vs. Padres series, that whopping 14-1 Orioles win, and yet another Reds victory. Then, the two discuss the return of Carlos Rodon and Alek Manoah and contemplate which MLB players would be invited to Michael Rubin's White Party. Merch Link : podswag.com/baseball Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app: 🎧 Apple Podcasts 🎧 Spotify 🖥️ YouTube 📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network And...
Jul 07, 2023•51 min•Ep. 120
Mike Trout, Shohei Ohtani, and Anthony Rendon are all set to miss time after they each suffered injuries within the span of 24 hours. In addition to that, the Angels have now lost six of their past seven games and are four games out of the Wild Card. Jake and Jordan break down how bad things are looking for the Angels and discuss what their path to the playoffs might look like. Then, the boys break down everything that you need to know about this weekend’s 2023 MLB draft, include how exactly the...
Jul 05, 2023•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 119
The All-Star Game and the SiriusXM All-Star Futures Game rosters are out, and they are majestic. Jake and Jordan have some things to say about these All-Star picks… as well as these All-Star snubs. Plus, the two review the weekend series sweeps for the Braves and Red Sox, the 100-or-Die spectacle of the Aroldis Chapman trade, and Alek Manoah’s first televised pitching appearance in over a month. Merch Link: podswag.com/baseball Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app: 🎧 Ap...
Jul 03, 2023•58 min•Ep. 118
Domingo German was likely the most imperfect pitcher to ever throw a perfect game. Jake and Jordan break down exactly why German doesn't deserve to be celebrated for his accomplishments. Then, the boys are joined by LSU catcher Hayden Travinski, the man who caught the final out in the Tigers’ National Championship win against Florida earlier this week. Finally, the guys highlight a very special accomplishment by 58-year-old Barry Bonds in this weeks edition of “The Good, The Bad, and the Uggla.”...
Jun 30, 2023•55 min•Ep. 117
This week, Shohei Ohtani delivered yet another historic performance in which he hit 2 homers and struck out 10. Jake and Jordan break down the unique talent that is Shohei Ohtani and debate over whether he’s more impressive as a pitcher or batter. Then, the boys talk about one of the best teams in baseball, the Atlanta Braves, and the performance of Ronald Acuna Jr. Finally, Daniel Alvarez of El Extrabase joins the guys to talk about the rise of the Miami Marlins and their young stars, including...
Jun 28, 2023•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 116
After a transatlantic weekend of baseball, Jake and Jordan break down the randomness of the Angels vs Rockies series, dissect the issues surrounding both New York teams, and highlight the early career performance of Marlins stud pitcher Eury Perez; a 20-year-old Dominican ace who is putting up historic numbers yet is still somehow flying under the radar. Then, the boys rank all the newly released City Connect jerseys and design their own jerseys for each of the remaining teams. Merch Link: podsw...
Jun 26, 2023•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 115
Midseason is almost here! Jake and Jordan share the six things that have shocked them the most as we approach the actual halfway point of the 2023 season. Then the boys contemplate why we play baseball in London as they preview the Cubs/Cardinals Series and recall the unforgettable beautiful disaster of a series between the Red Sox and the Yankees in 2019. We wonder what’s going on with Wander and finish off with the Good, the Bad, and the Uggla for the week. Merch Link: podswag.com/baseball Sub...
Jun 23, 2023•52 min•Ep. 114
Joey Votto is back! And baseball is better. After almost a year on the sidelines, Cincinnati's favorite Canadian returned to the lineup for the red-hot Reds. Jake and Jordan celebrate his return and speak about Votto’s long-term relationship with the city. Then, the boys break down Victor Wembanyama’s wild first pitch and diagnose what went wrong (most things) with his delivery, debate over who is the best pitcher in the world right now, and say “Sorry To Your Mentions” to Anthony DiComo after h...
Jun 21, 2023•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 113
Jake and Jordan recap another incredible weekend of baseball and break down how the Reds and the Giants have been so good as of late. Then, the boys debate over whether we’re seeing too many Red Sox/Yankees match-ups on Sunday Night Baseball, provide a talent overview for former guest of the show Henry Davis who is set to make his debut for the Pirates this week, and read out an incredible Father’s Day related listener e-mail. Merch Link: podswag.com/baseball Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on ...
Jun 19, 2023•53 min•Ep. 112
Rob Manfred addressed the media earlier this week about A’s fans following the “Reverse Boycott”, as well as MLB’s handling of Pride Month. Chelsea Janes of the Washington Post joins Jake and Jordan to break down Manfred’s comments and Major League Baseball's relationship with its fan bases of all demographics, and talk about Manfred’s standing as MLB Commissioner. Plus, Jake, Jordan, and Chelsea touch on the disasters that have been the Kansas City Royals and the St Louis Cardinals, marvel at t...
Jun 16, 2023•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 111
Oakland Athletics fans conducted a ”Reverse Boycott” earlier this week in an attempt to get the owners to sell the team. But what does that actually accomplish? Jake and Jordan break it down, along with A’s fan Kyle Madson who was one of the 28,000 (!) fans in attendance. Then, Jake and Jordan dive into an incredibly underwhelming Subway Series, celebrate the resurgence of Gary Sanchez and Aaron Hicks, marvel at Gunnar Henderson’s Grand Slam, and ask the burning question: What would a hypothetic...
Jun 14, 2023•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 109
After a week of cycling through the mountains of France (not a baseball metaphor, an actual trip), Jake has returned to a world of hate-free, passion-free Yankees-Red Sox matchups, eulogies of the Mets season, and the unstoppable wave of destruction from Elly de la Cruz. Plus, while Jake's still on European time - how difficult it is to buy a championship in baseball, compared to what Manchester City did in the Champions League? Finally, Jake lists out all of the baseball news that filtered to h...
Jun 12, 2023•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 108
With the college baseball and softball postseasons in full swing, Jordan is joined by Emma Baccellieri of Sports Illustrated to break down the dominant Oklahoma Sooners softball program, and explain why their villainy is a good thing for the sport. Then, Jordan and Emma tell us how surprised they are about the capitulation of the New York Mets, analyze the trade that went down between a fan and Elly De La Cruz for his first home run ball, and investigate the names of each of our toes for reasons...
Jun 09, 2023•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 107
Alex Rodriguez is one of the most polarizing figures in MLB history, but regardless of what you think of him, there’s no denying that he is one of the best to ever do it. This week, Jake got to sit down with the 14x All-Star to talk about what statistic he’s the proudest of from his career, the importance of fundamentals, his unlikely appreciation of the sac bunt, the Red-Sox-Yankees rivalry, taking the subway to Yankee Stadium and more. Then, Jake and Jordan break down the interview and discuss...
Jun 07, 2023•1 hr•Ep. 106
With Jake deep in the mountains of France, it’s a Shusterman Family BBQ as Jordan is joined by his brother David. The two break down the biggest results from the weekend, play “What’s His Deal?” where David asks Jordan about a handful players and what... their deal is, and then the Shustermii sit down with Jesse Dougherty from the Washington Post about Stephen Strasburg’s continued injury issues, and the absolute severity of "severe nerve damage". Merch Link: podswag.com/baseball Subscribe to Ba...
Jun 05, 2023•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 105
It's #ALLSTARBALLOTSZN! Which means one lucky Oakland Athletic is getting "All-Star" written on his Baseball Reference page forever. Jake and Jordan give their All-Star nominations at each position for the AL and NL, but also fill out a separate ballot with the funniest possible All-Star picks, because baseball is fun. Plus, the guys touch on the Diamondbacks' impressive mop of the Rockies, and break down bootlegged movie snacks and Rod Carew’s hilarious tweet in “The Good, the Bad, and the Uggl...
Jun 02, 2023•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 104
