The Windup: A show about Baseball

Stephen J. Nesbitt, Sam Blum and Steve Berman are joined by listeners for a Live Room reaction to the American League's 3-2 win in the 2022 Midsummer Classic.Follow Stephen: @stephenjnesbittFollow Sam: @SamBlum3Follow Steve: @BASportsGuy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno, Britt & DVR discuss a few potential upgrades to All-Star Week, including an idea to give the MLB Draft and the Futures Game a greater spotlight, before examining a few potential fits for an in-season Juan Soto trade, the impact of Chris Sale's finger injury on the Red Sox's playoff hopes, and the disappearance of the knuckleball. Follow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow Britt on Twitter: @Britt_GhiroliFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperSubscribe to The Athletic at $1/mo for the first year: theathletic.com/baseballshow Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Yes, the usual suspects will all be in on Juan Soto before next month's trade deadline, but Ken Rosenthal and Tim McMaster explain why the market will expand beyond the rich. Then in the mailbag...-Bring back the Old-Timers Game?-Explaining how teams determine the Player To Be Named Later-Do teams worry about trading for catchers?-Should Giants buy or sell?-What will Dansby Swanson's next contract look like?-Will Pirates be able to build around Oneil Cruz?Those questions and more! To be a part of next week's episode call the voicemail at 646-543-7072 or email tabaseballshow@gmail.com.Follow Ken on Twitter: @Ken_RosenthalFollow Tim on Twitter: @TimMMcMaster Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Keith and DVR discuss the potential Trade Deadline approach of the defending champions in Atlanta, and whether they will follow a similar script to their 2021 moves. Could other teams currently on the bubble for Wild Cards spots be the most likely clubs to employ that strategy? If the Giants opt to make a big move, should they pursue Willson Contreras in another deadline deal with the Cubs? Plus, who is Keith most interested in seeing at this weekend's Futures Game, and what has changed with the latest update of his 2022 Mock Draft?Follow Keith on Twitter: @keithlawFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno, Britt & DVR discuss the Blue Jays' surprising decision to fire manager Charlie Montoyo, the surging Orioles' push into the AL Wild Card Race and how their trade deadline plans could be changing. Plus, they examine the Padres' bid to chase down the Dodgers in the NL West, challenges for A.J. Preller to maneuver around the Luxury Tax, Trade Jerry's next moves, and whether the Home Run Derby can actually help a hitter in the wake of Juan Soto's recent comments and massive 2021 second-half performance. Subscribe to The Athletic at $1/mo for the first year: theathletic.com/baseballshowFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow Britt on Twitter: @Britt_GhiroliFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to The Roundtable with Grant Brisbee, Andy McCullough and Marc Carig. Each week, we will yammer about the biggest topics/stories in MLB. The guys discuss why they think the All-Star Game and festivities might be a lot of fun this season and why there is only 1 close division race to actually pay attention to in the 2nd half.-Follow Grant on Twitter: @GrantBrisbee-Follow Andy on Twitter: @ByMcCullough-Follow Marc on Twitter: @MarcCarig Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

While Doug is away, Jayson and Jim Deshaies will play! Jim, Chicago Cubs analyst for Marquee Sports Network and former big leaguer, co-hosts today's show with Jayson as the former discusses his experiences with the ASG, trade rumors, and more. The two chitchat about those topics as it relates to this season as well, including where could Wilson Contreras land if he is moved?Cleveland Guardians manager Terry Francona then enters Starkville to update us on his health, shares his insight about the Guardians, and Jose Ramirez's excellence, and also welcomes Alex Call to the big leagues live on the show! Plus, a hitting-record-fueled trivia block is the last stop before a wild Strange But True!Follow Jayson on Twitter: @jaysonstFollow Jim on Twitter: @JimDeshaiesTrivia courtesy: @ckamka & @obxleatherman Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Phillies, Mariners and Orioles are all enduring long postseason droughts and are all red hot right now. Tim McMaster and Ken Rosenthal discuss the three teams but will Ken offer his mea culpt to Phillies fans? Then in the mailbag...-Should Orioles be buyers?-Why haven't the Blue Jays moved to fix flaws?-Willing to take bad contracts, who are the Mets targeting?-Do players view ASG game as an honor or a burden?-Favorite All-Star Games-Do modern analytics alienate fans?-Will baseball ever do more to celebrate Larry Doby?Those questions and more! To be a part of next week's episode call the voicemail at 646-543-7072 or email tabaseballshow@gmail.com.Follow Ken on Twitter: @Ken_RosenthalFollow Tim on Twitter: @TimMMcMaster Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Keith and DVR discuss the first group of players named to the Futures Game Rosters (the full release occurred after the episode was recorded), how easy it can be to overreact to a showcase game, Boston’s pitching depth in the wake of Brayan Bello’s debut, unexpected performances at Triple-A, Jarred Kelenic’s extended stint with Tacoma, Francisco Àlvarez’s chances of contributing for the Mets in the second half, and whether the surprisingly low barrel rate of Wander Franco tells us much about his future. Follow Keith on Twitter: @keithlawFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperSubscribe to The Athletic at $1/mo for the first year: theathletic.com/baseballshow Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno, Britt & DVR discuss the most pressing needs of each current division leader as the trade deadline draws closer. Will the Yankees continue to be the best team in baseball in the second half? Can the Twins find a big upgrade for the front of the rotation, and add bullpen depth? Does the Chris Taylor injury push the Dodgers to add another high quality position player? And, DVR introduces 'The 3-0 World Series Challenge', before the trio discusses a pair of pesky last-place teams that could play spoiler throughout the second half of the season. Subscribe to The Athletic at $1/mo for the first year: theathletic.com/baseballshowFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow Britt on Twitter: @Britt_GhiroliFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.