The Cincinnati Reds are shopping Jonathan India citing an influx of young infield talent within the organization. We’re talking about the factors that led them to this decision and what they hope to get in return. We’re a week out from the trade deadline and hot stove discussions are starting to ramp up! We’re talking Rockies trading everyone, Verlander potentially on the move, giving an update on Ohtani, and Bellinger’s hot streak. We also got Freddie Freeman chasing down Acuña Jr. for NL MVP, ...
Jul 24, 2023•2 hr
The Baltimore Orioles have caught the Tampa Bay Rays and now hold first place in the AL East! We’re giving credit to the Orioles for staying in the race and talking about the rough stretch the Rays have been going through. The Angels swept the Yankees so we discuss the impact this might have on their decision to trade Ohtani, and what a package could look like. We also have Rob Manfred's re-election, Rendon’s comments in the clubhouse, Rangers heating back up, Yankees players blowing up, and mor...
Jul 20, 2023•1 hr 51 min
The Yankees record without Aaron Judge has been ABYSMAL this year and we're talking about what the Yankees need to do to turn their season around. Is it time to open the voicemails? Before that, we start the show revisiting some old takes from the previous podcast. We also have an AL East update, the A's blanking the Red Sox, Christian Encarnacion-Strand's first career hit, current thoughts on the new MLB schedule, Joey unearthing damning audio evidence in the Dallas vs Bob Geren case, MLB broad...
Jul 19, 2023•1 hr 39 min
Stop us if you’ve heard this before: Angels blow a big lead and Shohei Ohtani hits a home run. Today we’re breaking down new developments in the Shohei Ohtani trade deadline saga and talking about how unbelievable it is that the Angels couldn’t get into the playoffs with two of the best players of all time. We also got Jared declaring the Phillies BACK, talks of a Blue Jays/Marcus Stroman reunion, a new induction to the Baines Meter class, Blake Snell dealing as of late, the Brewers sweeping the...
Jul 17, 2023•2 hr 16 min
Today we’re talking trade market. We’re looking at playoff chances, run differential, and standings to try and determine which teams will be buyers or sellers at the deadline. We’re also discussing if Shohei will be on the move and if so, where he has the best chance to end up. We’re also recapping the 2023 MLB All-Star Game, Home Run Derby, discussing the state of All-Star jerseys, and the next potential venue for the game. At the end of the episode we get into some storylines for the 2nd half ...
Jul 13, 2023•1 hr 51 min
Today we're looking back at a Baseball Is Dead reunion (minus Joey) this past weekend at Fenway. They take a look back at the MLB draft as well as looking ahead to the Home Run Derby on Monday night. With the All-Star break upon us, we give our first half of the season awards to MVP, Cy Young, and ROY. Thanks for listening and we'll see you next week! If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-253...
Jul 11, 2023•1 hr 36 min
Elly De La Cruz hit a 445 foot home run last night after umpires forced him to remove a plastic censor covering his bat earlier in the game. Nationals manager Dave Martinez had some choice word for Elly after the game and said he's not a fan of his "antics" two weeks into his big league debut. We're analyzing the situation and trying to figure out who, if anyone, is at fault. Other topics include the top free agents in baseball at the trade deadline, a standings check-in around the league, some ...
Jul 06, 2023•1 hr 38 min
Shohei Ohtani, Mike Trout, and Anthony Rendon all went down with injuries in the past two days and we’re talking about what this means for the Angels moving forward. We’re also talking All-Star replacements, Aaron Judge’s toe, Ronald Acuña Jr.’s 40/80 bid, Shohei’s routine, Nelson Cruz being DFA’d, and more! Thanks for listening and we’ll see you tomorrow! If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-42...
Jul 05, 2023•1 hr 58 min
Today we're breaking down the 2023 MLB All-Star rosters for both the American and National League. We're talking snubs, guys who got in who shouldn't have, and why every team shouldn't be required to have an All-Star. We also go through the list of guys who have already committed to the Home Run Derby. Other topics include the NL East race, an update on the Red Sox, some of the most rare game feats in MLB history, Chapman being traded to the Rangers, and more! Thanks for listening and we'll see ...
Jul 03, 2023•1 hr 54 min
Domingo Germán threw a perfect game last night which left many baseball fans in a state of limbo about whether or not to celebrate. Dallas Braden, who was calling the game on the Oakland A's broadcast team, shares his experience navigating the situation in the booth and also gives us an inside look at conversations he had with players and staff after the game. Jared, Joey, and Jayhay also share their stance on whether Germán's accomplishment should be celebrated. Other topics include Mike Trout'...
Jun 29, 2023•1 hr 27 min
Breaking News: Shohei Ohtani did something amazing! Ohtani struck out 10 batters while hitting 2 home runs in the same game and we’re trying to figure out how he isn’t already the all-time leader in WAR. Alek Manoah got rocked in rookie ball and Dallas says he is staying away from making Blue Jays predictions for a few years. Other topics include buyers/sellers at the deadline, Wainwright deleting Twitter, Steve Cohen’s impending press conference, and more! Thanks for listening and we’ll see you...
Jun 28, 2023•1 hr 34 min
In what was most likely the best game of the year (and maybe series of the year), the Reds came out on top beating the Braves 11-10 behind an Elly De La Cruz cycle and TWO clutch homers by Joey Votto. The Reds were edged out by the Braves in two 1-run games following Friday night's matchup, but the series between the two hottest teams in the NL did not disappoint. We also congratulate Fransisco Lindor for passing Harold Baines' career WAR in the newest installment of the Baines Meter! Other topi...
Jun 26, 2023•1 hr 58 min
Today we’re diving into Rob Manfred’s interview with Time Magazine where he says that he wishes he handled some of the discipline for the Astros cheating scandal differently. We also got an update on the submarine situation, more thoughts from Jared on his takeaways from the MLB Combine, more love for the Reds and Luis Arráez, and Joey learning what OPS is. Thanks for listening and we’ll see you next week! If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services...
Jun 22, 2023•1 hr 17 min
Jared joins us live from the MLB combine to talk about his experience interviewing future MLB stars and wearing shorts on national television! Jayhay provides advanced analytics on Jared's batting practice performances and compares the numbers to current MLB players. The Reds are still setting the world on fire as they extend their winning streak to 10 games and we're giving them the love that they deserve. We also got some love for Jordan Walker, the Giants being on fire and Jayhay taking the h...
Jun 21, 2023•2 hr 6 min
The Cincinnati Reds are RED HOT and have won 8 straight games! Jared is giving the members of the podcast a chance to change their NL division champs pick to the Reds today and today only. The Red Sox swept the Yankees and we’re taking a look into the Yankees offensive stats without Judge in the lineup (they’re not great). The Angels are still on fire so we’re calling Max to see what he wants for Shohei. Other topics include Schwarber in June, Dallas talking to Strahm, the Braves first pitch deb...
Jun 19, 2023•2 hr 13 min
BIG PAPI joins Baseball Is Dead for the first time! Ortiz joins us from the DR to talk about leadership in baseball and how it has changed since his playing days. He talks about how he sees younger players going to veterans for advice less and less frequently and how important it is to always keep learning about the game. We also initiate talks on our BID trip down to the DR. Thanks for listening and we’ll see you next week! If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling an...
Jun 15, 2023•1 hr 30 min
The Oakland A's are the talk of the baseball world right now. On top of their 7-game win streak, A's fans held a reverse boycott last night to protest the impending move of their franchise to Las Vegas imploring John Fisher to sell the team. There were organized chants, t-shirts and signs, and a silent protest in the 5th inning. They also won the game in dramatic fashion against the best team in baseball. Dallas recounts his personal experience broadcasting the game and calls it a top 5 moment a...
Jun 14, 2023•1 hr 57 min
The Oakland A's are on an absolute heater and some people are asking if they'll ever lose again. Today we're talking about the hot steak in Oakland, the Rays taking two of three from the Rangers, the Diamondbacks staying hot and Corbin Carroll being an MVP candidate, the Braves sweeping the Mets, John Sterling getting drilled with a foul ball, and more! Thanks for listening and we'll see you on Wednesday! If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services ...
Jun 12, 2023•2 hr 13 min
Today we're joined by Rhys Hoskins to talk 2022 Phillies playoff run, his iconic home run against the Braves, behind the scenes moments from last year's postseason, recovering from injury, and being the guest with the longest appearance gap in our show's history! Check out Rhys's "Go Yard" event on June 22nd benefitting the Muscular Dystrophy Association and purchase tickets here: Other topics in today's episode include recapping more Braves/Mets drama with Pete Alonso being hit by a pitch, the ...
Jun 08, 2023•1 hr 49 min
Karl Ravech joins the show to tell Sarah Langs' story and bring attention to Project ALS. Help find a cure by purchasing A Langs Star at starsforsarah.org It was a packed couple days and we have a lot to get to. Today we’re reacting to the news that Jacob deGrom will need Tommy John surgery and will be sidelined until at least the end of 2024. We’re also reacting to Alek Manoah’s demotion to Florida Complex League. Other topics include Elly De La Cruz’s debut, drama between the Braves and Mets, ...
Jun 07, 2023•2 hr 27 min
Tyler Glasnow joins the show to talk about recovering from injury, Aaron Judge being scared of him, where he finds his motivation, and the best pitches in baseball. The Rangers are the real deal and we’re giving the members of the podcast a chance to change their AL West division champion picks. Other topics include Strasburg’s nerve damage and its implications on his career, a Red Sox update, Aaron Judge’s toe, Juan Soto’s comments on the Padres struggles, Triston McKenzie’s stellar return, and...
Jun 06, 2023•2 hr 26 min
HBO announced that a Barry Bonds documentary is in production and we’re discussing what we’d like to see from the doc. We need to apologize to A-Rod for making fun of the Doug Mientkiewicz comments as we didn’t know he was fighting gum disease. The Rays are the first team to 40 wins in MLB and we’re predicting who will be the next team to reach the 40 win mark. We also got Syndergaard’s comments on wanting to be his old self, Ohtani still trying to one-up Trout in LA, Zack Hample catching more H...
Jun 01, 2023•1 hr 29 min
The Oakland A’s have taken the first two games in their series against the Atlanta Braves and Dallas is letting Joey have it. Dallas is also letting Ben Verlander have it after taking exception to Ben’s tweet about a young A’s fan running on the field. The A’s have won two straight and Dallas is coming out swinging. Other topics include Elly De La Cruz hitting a walk-off moonshot, Doug Mientkiewicz coming after ARod, the home run race between Judge and Alonso, the Padres broadcast situation, Eth...
May 31, 2023•1 hr 54 min
Congratulations to the Oakland Athletics for getting their 10th win two weeks ago. The A’s are having a historically bad season and it just keeps getting worse. Today we’re taking a look at the numbers and putting in perspective just how bad the 2023 A’s are compared to the worst teams in the history of baseball. José Abreu also sprinted around the bases after a home run which led to a social media feud postgame. Other topics include Aaron Judge’s resurgence since coming back from injury, Michae...
May 29, 2023•1 hr 22 min
Carlos Correa could be heading to the IL with a foot injury. We’re deciphering if this has anything to do with the injury concerns teams had with Correa over the offseason. We’re also taking a look at how much progress the A’s have made in the win total column since we last checked two weeks ago. Other topics include John Kruk getting pissed on air, dream ballpark concerts, Stroman vs Mad Dog, the White Sox crawling back, Zack Hample trying to make amends, Bryce Miller continuing to be nasty, an...
May 25, 2023•1 hr 38 min
Today we’re giving a huge congratulations to Aaron Judge who rushed back from injury to pass Harold Baines in WAR. Jared has an update on the Twitter drama that ensued after Kaleb Ort blocked him. Nathan Eovaldi is pitching out of his mind for the Rangers and we’re taking a closer look at the stats. Joey’s new segment “On Pace” debuts today and someone needs to make him a jingle. Other topics include Christopher Morel’s hot streak, the worst starts through 50 games in MLB history, Trea Turner ha...
May 24, 2023•2 hr 3 min
Eric Hosmer was DFA’d by the Cubs over the weekend and Jayhay can finally unleash the rant he’s been sitting on for the last six years. The Pirates are 4-13 over their last 17 games and Joey has a bone to pick with them. The Cardinals on the other hand have been lighting it up since we opened the voicemails and we’re deciding if they’re officially back. Jared got into a dust up with Kaleb Ort and Matt Strahm on Twitter this morning and we’re breaking down all the drama live. We also got Aaron Hi...
May 22, 2023•2 hr 21 min
The Mets walked it off in a much needed win last night, but it wasn’t without controversy as Jason Kipnis took shots at the veteran presence in the clubhouse and specifically Francisco Lindor. These leads to discussion about Twitter etiquette and how many people Jared has muted while Dallas learns about the existence of the mute feature. Other topics today include Domingo German’s suspension, Jayhay’s Guardians/MLB fandom, Bo Jackson’s hiccups, and more nugs from Jayhay. Enjoy and we’ll see you ...
May 18, 2023•1 hr 30 min
Episode 100 is here! It's been a hectic start to the Blue Jays/Yankees series as we have cheating allegations, sticky stuff ejections, tempers flaring, and discussions about throwing at guys. We're breaking down all the chaos so far in that series and figuring out who's in the right and who's in the wrong. We're also joined by Seattle Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh to talk about the 2022 season and the 18-inning marathon playoff game, the thriving fanbase in Seattle, growing up a Red Sox fan, and ...
May 17, 2023•1 hr 57 min
The Padres lost ANOTHER series to the Dodgers to make it 11 straight regular season series losses against their divisional rival. We're talking about what has gone wrong with the Padres to start the season and why they aren't living up to the World Series expectations they set for themselves in spring training. Nolan Arenado joins the podcast to talk about his experience in the WBC, his experience in the Cardinals organization, how he stays so humble while being one of the best players in baseba...
May 15, 2023•1 hr 55 min
