Diamondbacks owner Ken Kendrick made his annual season-ending radio appearance on Friday, and he stated clearly that the team's payroll will be lower in 2027. What actually was the Diamondbacks' payroll in 2026, and can the team actually improve with a lower figure in 2027? We do a deep dive on every line item of the 2027 payroll. Will the Diamondbacks tender a contract to Pavin Smith? What would it look like to bring Michael Soroka back? Is trading Ketel Marte a realistic way to open up additional

It's not quite as dramatic as the MLB postseason, but there's October baseball for Miami Marlins fans, too. Ely Sussman discusses each of the organization's Arizona Fall League selections and explains why we could be treated to a unique international winter ball season. This podcast is brought to you by Jet Ski Rentals of South Florida—offering Miami’s best jet ski and boat adventures. With six jet ski locations and over 120 boats, there’s something for every style and every

The 2026 season is officially in the books, and we’re wrapping it all up LIVE from Allegheny Coffee & Tea Exchange on a beautiful fall Saturday in Pittsburgh! We take a look back at the highs, lows, surprises, and biggest storylines from the Pirates’ 2026 season before handing out our end-of-season grades. Who exceeded expectations? Who left us wanting more? And what do we make of where this team goes from here? Plus, we dive into the biggest individual performances, the moments

The Guardians are back in the Playoffs. We'll look back at how they got there, and look ahead as they preparefor the Division Series against the White Sox. That's all on this edition of Guardians Weekly with Jim Rosenhaus on the Cleveland Guardians Radio NetworkLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You've heard from the media, the players and coaches. Now, it's time to hear from us as to what we think will happen in the 2026 ALDS, from storylines to impact players and maybe a prediction or two thrown in there. Get ready because playoff baseball is back in St. Pete. Thanks so much for listening! You can follow RTR on social media @RaysTheRoofTB and be sure subscribe to the podcast! A big shout out to our sponsors: SeatGeek and JKS Prints, and our partners: HOMAGE & Lids! Use code

Jeff Meller recaps the Sox thrilling Wild Card victory over the Astros and give you the scoop on Sox vs Guards for the ALDS.

The Wild Card Round is officially in the books and the MLB Division Series are SET!I’m breaking down everything we just saw in a wild opening round of the postseason, including the Astros’ stunning exit, the Phillies-Braves drama, dominant starting pitching and the biggest performances of the Wild Card Round. Then Hall of Famer John Smoltz joins the show to react to the biggest surprises and look ahead to the Division Series before I make my picks for every matchup. Who moves on and gets one step

In Episode 585, Patrick, Jeffrey, and Craig chat about the Biberty and then discuss five mostly baseball topics.   1. That Was Then: Wrapping up the four Wild Card series.2. Can we interest you in some high stakes early afternoon AL Central baseball? Wait, where are you going?3. The Braves may have zero starters, but more than zero chance4. Everyone is on Fraud Watch5. How tough an out are the Padres? Five and Dive is listener-supported, you can join our Patreon at patreon.com/fiveanddive. If you

The 2026 St. Louis Cardinals season is fully in the books now and Daniel (@C70) and Allen (@amedlock1) are still here talking about it. The guys first discuss this week's playoff action before going through the arbitration projections put out by MLB Trade Rumors. Finally, they hand out a few awards for the season that just ended. Help us put a bow on 2026!Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Adam Weinrib and MLB insider Robert Murray react to a chaotic opening weekend of the Division Series, starting with the controversial Padres-Brewers finish. Robert assesses the damage to his Padres World Series pick after huge at-bats from Gary Sánchez and Jackson Chourio before the guys turn to Drew Rasmussen’s dominant performance against the Yankees. Can Cam Schlittler help the Yankees answer in Game 2? Plus, the White Sox continue finding bizarre ways to survive, Will Venable pushes every

The Braves are headed to Los Angeles for the NLDS after a dramatic Wild Card Series win over Philadelphia. Barrett Sallee and Chris Dimino preview Game 1 and the entire Braves-Dodgers matchup: the pitching plan around Chris Sale and Tyler Mahle, how Atlanta’s bullpen could be deployed, why Michael Harris II is swinging a hot bat, Matt Olson’s matchup with Tarik Skubal, and the Dodgers’ loaded October lineup featuring Shohei Ohtani, Freddie Freeman, Mookie Betts and Kyle Tucker

The Braves are headed to Los Angeles for the NLDS after a dramatic Wild Card Series win over Philadelphia. Barrett Sallee and Chris Dimino preview Game 1 and the entire Braves-Dodgers matchup: the pitching plan around Chris Sale and Tyler Mahle, how Atlanta’s bullpen could be deployed, why Michael Harris II is swinging a hot bat, Matt Olson’s matchup with Tarik Skubal, and the Dodgers’ loaded October lineup featuring Shohei Ohtani, Freddie Freeman, Mookie Betts and Kyle Tucker

Tyler Glasnow joins Alanna Rizzo, Katie Woo, and Clint Pasillas on Dodgers Territory ahead of the Dodgers’ NLDS clash with the Braves. Glasnow discusses his role going into October, the team’s watch parties, Tarik Skubal and Blake Snell’s bromance, and more! (17:39) Brewer Territory co-host JP Feyereisen assesses the NL-best Milwaukee Brewers before their date with the Padres in the NLDS. Feyereisen explains what makes this group different from previous teams, why Christian Yelich

Well, that game suuuuuuuucked.Nevertheless, Joe Kiang-Resis and BrettBallantini broke down the ugliness, poked a hole in José Ramírez worship, forecast the pitching matchups for Game 4, and wondered whether any White Sox batter would ever shorten his swing with two strikes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brewers broadcaster Lane Grindle joins Molly & Jim! He gives his thoughts on fans accusing the FOX broadcasters being biased towards the Padres, why he's confident in the Brewers offense, whether the Miz will pitch tonight, and much more!

The Houston Texans celebrated their 25th year…by losing a game at home to the mid Dallas Cowboys. After a great first half, the Texans defense sputtered and let up a game winning drive to the Cowboys potent offense. Is this defense the biggest problem or is it just a personnel problem due to the fact that all three starting linebackers were injured this game? We try to break down why the linebacker play was most likely the culprit this week, but the team’s inconsistent play has put everybody in the

FT Senior Insider Ken Rosenthal examines what needs to change for the Phillies after another early exit from the playoffs. Plus, how the Braves and Dodgers stack up, how LA should handle Ohtani’s health, whether the Yankees should activate Aaron Judge for the ALDS, and more! (16:49) Todd and Erik make their predictions for Dodgers-Braves. (19:29) The White Sox and Guardians clash in an AL Central-themed ALDS. (29:27) 8-year big leaguer Pete Fairbanks updates us on his surgery for thoracic

Today on The Baseball Betting Show Greg talks to Jake Hassan of Gameday Garage about the playoff picture, which top seed(s) are most vulnerable, & Saturday’s games, & Greg picks & analyzes EVERY Saturday game! My email: gregpetersonradio@gmail.com Podcast Highlights 5:32-Interview with Jake Hasan 24:09-Start of Picks White Sox vs Guardians 27:36-Picks & analysis for Yankees vs Rays 30:58-Picks & analysis for Padres vs Brewers 34:21-Picks & analysis for Braves vs Dodgers Learn more about your

A .500 Astros team that slipped into the playoffs because of a faulty league structure bashes its own fans, something for which a long-ago cranky sportswriter had an answer that still obtains. Then we discuss the Cornell Rape Inquiry and note how some of the responses to it echo two long-ago cases involving major league ballplayers, one a completely incident in the career of a St. Louis Cardinals team captain. TRIGGER WARNING: Extensive, and I mean extensive discussion of sexual assault and related