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Is there anybody that's less appreciated than catchers? Don't worry catchers we got you. Join the DT team as we break down the guys behind the plate. See which newcomers make the list. Which veteran is solidifying his career by his steady play? All this and more on this episode of Diamond Talk. TSSAW.COM

It's time to talk about some of the best players on this planet. Today we're taking our talents to the first base position. Listen as Rob, Nic, and Danny break down the power position. See why consistency is key to being at the top of this position. Also, who was the biggest snub at the position? Spoiler alert there's some big names left off the list. See who made the cut on this episode of Diamon...

The hot corner is on tap today as DiamondTalk continues its rankings by position for 2021.  This episode is spicy as the only consistent spot for all 3 of the guys is our number 5 ranked 3B......but this player did not make our top 5 overall.  Listen close to find out what happened!

Another day another ranking.  This time the crew of Rob, Daniel and Nic discuss the other half of a great double-play combo, shortstops.  You know we have our favorite guys in Lindor and Baez, now listen to hear if they make the top 5 SS in the game.  As one of the deepest spots on the diamond, the SS list is long and up for serious debate for who is the best.

Join the DiamondTalk crew as they begin the countdown to 2021 opening day by counting down the top 5 second basemen in the game today.  A bit of a shallow position for depth, the top talent shines bright.  Enjoy listening while Rob, Daniel, and Nic give their opinions on some long time vets and newcomers to the list.  Who will DiamondTalks best 2B?

It may be cold out there but the MLB off-season is starting to hear up. The DT guys are updating you about some old faces in new places. Talking about familiar faces, we come together to celebrate the achievements of one of the best players to ever put on a uniform.  Nic, Rob, and Danny talk about the legacy the late great Hank Aaron left on baseball and his impact on the sports world. All th...

First pod of the year!!

Did you miss us? We're back! Well kinda. Join us on this episode of Diamond Talk as we catch you up on everything that's been happening this off-season. We go over an historic hiring, a manager who's coached historic teams, and awards named after historic players. Get your off-season baseball fix on this episode of Diamond Talk.

It's the season finale of Diamond Talk and what a better way to end it than celebrating the 2020 World Series Champs. Don't let the rings fool you though, Nic, Rob, and Danny dive into some of the crazy takes Dodger fans have had since that glorious night. Is Mookie now the best player in baseball? Is Seager the top SS in the MLB? Plus what this World Series means for Mr. Kershaw. Join the crew fo...

Daniel is on vacation this week, so Rob and Nic dive into what they learned from the Braves, Astros, Dodgers, and Rays from the ALCS and NLCS. We also discuss what we are expecting from the World Series including predictions for who wins the title and the World Series MVP. The guys also touch on what implications this World Series could have on the future of baseball having one of the highest (Los...

If you're feeling like 18 different emotions in a 3 hour time period odds are you're watching the MLB playoffs. Don't go through it alone! Join Nic, Rob, and Danny as their own roller coaster of emotions come out in their podcast. Catch up with the crew as we get ready to crown our world series winner. Don't miss a second of the fun on this episode of Diamond Talk. Join Want to connect with us? Re...

It's the most wonderful time of the year, and no I'm not talking about when a dude who's a hot pocket away from not fitting in your chimney messes up your roof. The MLB playoffs are here and this year that gift is even bigger with a total of 8 series going on at the same time. Join Nic, Rob, and Danny as they break down some of the early playoff results. Get ready for the first installment of this...

The days are getting a little shorter, the air is getting a little nippier, and people are getting awkward pumpkin spice cravings. The fall is coming which means the MLB playoffs are right around the corner. Join Nic, Rob, and Danny as they get you ready for the best time of the year. The DT guys break down the possible matchups and tell you what you need to be keeping an eye on for this year's pl...

The playoffs are 2 weeks away and Diamond Talk has you covered. Nic and Danny break down the MLB season and give us a preview of the baseballs playoff bracket. What teams have surprised us, disappointed us, and given us some hope for playoff excitement. We also give you a preview of the MLB awards race. Who do we think is taking home some hardware with 2 weeks left in the season. All this and more...

Welcome to September. The MLB season is coming down the stretch and Diamond Talk is here to give you all the updates you need. Join us as we celebrate the legacy of Jackie Robinson. We follow that up by celebrating another HOF player who set what seems like an unbreakable record. We'll catch you up on what is going on around the MLB. See what Nic, Rob, and Danny think about the moves made at the d...

It's that time of year again. We're talking about trade deadlines and just how the MLB will be handling its busiest transaction period of the year. Also, special guest Nicole Fernandez joins the podcasts to give us a look at the life of Colombian baseball players. She'll walk us through why she and the Game Time Foundation are changing the lives of young children in Colombia 1 pair of cleats at a...

Unwritten rule 101: Listen to every new episode of Diamond Talk to keep up with your baseball content. Wait does that count as a written rule now? We're confused, you're confused and now you have to listen to make sense of it. In this episode  Nic, Rob, and Danny discuss the role of unwritten rules in baseball. Also,  join the team in making Fernando Tatis Jr. a household name. All this...

 Welcome back to Diamond Talk. Today the guys discuss some of the fisticuffs being thrown around in Oakland. Did Manfred get the suspensions right? Also, who are the guys starting their franchise with? See why the answer isn't as easy as Mike Trout. Not but definitely not least, the DT guys bring you the standings and why even in a year full of surprises there's still more to come. All this a...

Into: Baseball is a full go and the Diamond Talk crew is here to walk you through the last week of baseball. Join us as we reveal our players or the week and our rookie standouts. Also, what does the future hold for Shohei Ohtani? Is the two-way phenom about to change his identity? Also, what is going on with Yoenis Cespedes? Listen to what they guys have to say about his recent disappearing act....

In this episode of Diamond Talk, Rob and Danny bring on special guest Jena Garcia of the Colorado Rockies. The crew discusses the fall out of Joe Kelly's memorable opening week heroics. Hear why commissioner Manfred is the real villain of the situation. Plus how is the league handling the potential nightmare of the Marlins COVID outbreak? Stick around to hear what direction Jena believes the Rocki...

 It's the opening week! The guys from Diamond Talk are back and they are sharing their thoughts from the first weekend of baseball. Who are the standouts? What teams have already made a good impression? Are some teams done 3 games in? Nic, Rob, and Danny will predict who's for real and who is likely to burn out. All this and more on this episode of Diamond Talk. Join Want to connect with us?...

It's time for some Major league baseball. Grab your hats, your popcorn, and don't forget your masks MLB opening day is finally here. See what Mookie and his millions mean for other stars around the league. Plus how is MLB handling the black lives matter movement? Rob, Nick, and Danny give us their predictions for the 2020 season.    All this and more on this episode of Diamond Talk....

The DT guys are back and this time they are whipping out their crystal balls. (Hide the kids). Rob, NIc, and Danny are taking a look into the future of baseball and discussing some of the games top prospects. See what young outfield prospect Rob thinks will be making major moves in AZ. What future head and shoulders spokesman does Nic think should be the top pitching prospect in Oakland? Which cat...

Opening Day is getting closer which you know means the DT guys are ready to rock. Join them on this episode as they discuss the impact of Covid-19 on this season, and why MLB's best player may be the key to having a season. Not only is change good, but sometime change is needed. Join Nic,Rob, and Danny as they discuss the Cleveland Indians name change. That's not all! The guys embark on a surprisi...

Welcome to Miami. The dudes from DT are getting their south beach on with Miami Native and beat writer Andre Fernandez. See why Andre turns out to be a better Nic than Nic himself. Talking about Nic does the late great Jose Fernandez end up on his roster. See why Rob has other ideas and just how early he's willing to pick up the phenom. On this episode the guys also look into the future as they ha...