Visiting Dugout Episode 87 — New York Mets

Jesse Spector joined the show to chat about the New York Mets and the upcoming series with the White Sox.

Ballpark Bets: Home Runs, Moneylines, and PD’s

Will Warren 6+ Strikeouts/Yankees Win (-130) Will Warren has been very good lately and has been a huge boost for the starting rotation. He’s allowed just three earned runs in his last three starts and has a 26-3 K-BB ratio. Very good. He’s taking on the Rockies and striking out six is quite doable, as… read more

The Human Element Under Review: Umpiring in the Modern Era

As the 2025 Major League Baseball season unfolds, the role of umpires is under unprecedented scrutiny. With the advent of technology like the Automated Ball-Strike (ABS) system and ongoing debates about the definition of a swing, the traditional human element of officiating is being reevaluated. The Rise of Technology in Umpiring: This spring, MLB expanded… read more

Ballpark Bets: Pitching Duels and Triumphant Returns

Soto 2+ Total Bases (+140) This is purely a vibes pick, but I dig it. Juan Soto is returning to the Bronx for the first time since leaving the franchise to sign with the Mets. Yankees fans are ruthless and they will not be shy to booing Soto and trying to rattle him. Soto is… read more

Ballpark Bets: A Day for the Underdogs

Senga 6+ / Mets -1.5 (+145) The Mets have a good chance to win by two or more runs. Keller struggles to get batters to whiff and to strikeout and is walking batters 7.5% of the time. I think the Mets bats go to work and deliver at the plate. Crazy thing is they haven’t… read more

Ballpark Bets: Happy Monday and a new week of Baseball

Shohei Ohtani 2+ Total Bases (-125) Yep. I will hammer this one down. Ohtani has been wonderful against the Marlins in his career. Yes, Sandy Alcantara could be a road block, but he has not been efficient this season. In his career, Ohtani is hitting .274 against the Marlins and has 17 hits, with nine… read more

Is The ‘Nick Castellanos Home Run Trend’ Officially Dead?

Osama Bin Laden’s death, the Thom Brennaman incident, and Joe Biden withdrawing from the presidential race. You might be asking yourself; “what do these three random moments have in common?” “What is the ONE common denominator in history that strings these three situations together?” Well, and I’m not kidding when I say this……it’s Nick Castellanos… read more

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The Significance of Jackie Robinson Day for Baseball and Society

Every year on April 15, Major League Baseball celebrates Jackie Robinson Day — a momentous occasion that transcends the sport itself. This day honors the legacy of Jackie Robinson, who broke the color barrier in professional baseball when he took the field for the Brooklyn Dodgers in 1947. The impact of Robinson’s courage and talent… read more

Baseball Bets: Friday March 28th

Welcome to another edition of Baseball Bets! Opening Day did not disappoint and a lot of amazing things happened out there! Happy Friday and let’s make some picks! Dylan Cease Over 5.5 Strikeouts (-145) The Braves offense can rake and will likely improve as the series comes along. It’ll be a tough test, because coming… read more

Why Baseball Opening Day Should Be a National Holiday

Each year, as winter fades and spring takes hold, millions of Americans rejoice at the arrival of Major League Baseball’s Opening Day. For baseball fans, it’s more than just the first game of the season—it’s a symbol of renewal, hope, and national tradition. Yet, despite its deep cultural significance, Opening Day remains an ordinary workday… read more

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