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Geoff Pontes and JJ Cooper are excited to talk about the Chicago Cubs prospects. They look at what the Cubs have produced lately, who could be ready to help soon and some of the strengths and weaknesses of the system. (00:00) Is the rebuild that wasn't called a rebuild nearing an end? (04:00) Where does this farm system now rate compared to other teams? (08:00) Do they need another pitcher? (1...

Carlos and Peter go back and forth drafting the best high school tools among players in the 2025 class to create the best imaginary prospects possible. For hitters they have to pick the following: hit tool, raw power tool, running tool, fielding tool and arm tool. And for pitchers they have to assemble the following: fastball, slider, curveball, changeup and control/command.  Which players do you...

Our first Top 100 Prospect video could only get through the Top 10 Prospects in 45 minutes. So we're back for Part II, and now, we're focused on everything other than the Top 10. Geoff Pontes, Carlos Collazo and JJ Cooper all pick multiple prospects they expect to break out in 2025, as well as looking at some prospects who got mixed reviews when we received feedback from industry sources....

It's time! The Baseball America Top 100 Prospects rankings have been released, and Geoff Pontes, Carlos Collazo and JJ Cooper are excited to talk about them. We had too much good stuff to fit into one show, so we're doing two. This first show dives into who is No. 1 and why, other candidates for No. 1. We also make the case for other Top 10 Prospects who could end up being the best of the...

Geoff Pontes and JJ Cooper take an in-depth look at the Cardinals farm system, what it's produced lately, where it's going and some of the prospects to watch. They also take a look at what Chaim Bloom will be tasked to do as St. Louis heads into the 2025 season. (00:00) What's gone wrong for a very successful franchise? (02:00) Self-evaluation has been a problem (05:00) The Cardinals W...

On this week's Hot Sheet Show, J.J. Cooper, Ben Badler, Geoff Pontes and Scout Braun welcome Orioles prospect Coby Mayo. We also dive into new Dodgers phenom Roki Sasaki's comparison to Shohei Ohtani and discuss why LA's reign may continue in an upcoming draft. Plus, we give a preview of the all-new Top 100 prospects list set to debut on Wednesday. Time Stamps (1:00) 2025 Top 100 prosp...

In the first of 30 organizational deep dives, Carlos Collazo and JJ Cooper take an in-depth look at the Atlanta Braves farm system. They look at what the Braves have produced lately, why they are so pitching heavy, and what holes they can't fill internally. They also talk about some of the team's top prospects and a lesser-know prospect to keep an eye on. (00:00) What have the Braves produ...

Carlos and Peter go back and forth drafting the best college tools among players in the 2025 draft class in an attempt to create the best imaginary prospects possible. For hitters they have to pick the following: hit tool, raw power tool, running tool, fielding tool and arm tool. And for pitchers they have to assemble the following: fastball, slider, curveball, changeup and control/command.  Which...

It's officially prospect ranking season at Baseball America and the fantasy team is jumping into the mix with their Top Prospects For Fantasy list. Hosts Dylan White and Geoff Pontes discuss the names their most excited about in 2025. (3:00) Sasaki finalists, how would each location impact his future value. (8:00) Roki Sasaki vs Roman Anthony vs Kristian Campbell (12:00) Prospects we must have...

Ben Badler and JJ Cooper discuss Roki Sasaki's decision, and especially what it has meant for the other international players who are planning to sign on Jan. 15. We've already seen a player switch what team they plan to sign with because of Sasaki-based delays, and Ben explains why we could see others. (00:00) Why this Is the craziest signing day of Badler's 18 years covering the inte...

Carlos and Peter hop on the draft podcast for the first time in 2025 to talk about their experience at this year’s ABCA. The two talk about a love for I/O and a fun catch-and-throw talk by Vanderbilt coach Ty Blankmeyer, discuss some of their favorite defenders to watch and then talk about hitters at the top of the 2025 college class. There are some hitters who hammer the ball and some hitters who...

Dynasty rankings season comes to a close as we release the final list in the Dynasty Top 500. This list is a culmination of months of positional rankings by our fantasy team, so hosts Dylan and Geoff dive into their approach to the final rankings. Time Stamps (6:00) Dylan's process. (12:00) Geoff's process. (20:00) Combined Rankings. (23:00) How prospect value can swing wildly in season. (...

On this week's Hot Sheet Show, J.J. Cooper, Jacob Rudner, Carlos Collazo & Scott Braun welcome Kansas City Royals top prospect Jac Caglianone to the show. We also discuss changes that could be coming to college baseball, including shrinking rosters, ghost runners and sticky substance checks. Plus, we take a look Baseball America's 2025 Scout Survey to analyze the state of the industry...

The Baseball America Fantasy Podcast returns for one last show before the end of 2024. In this episode, Dylan White and Geoff Pontes dive into their final positional ranking of the offseason, as they break down the top 150 pitchers for dynasty baseball. But first, they get you up to date on all the recent signings and trades impacting dynasty rosters. Time Stamps (4:00) First base musical chairs a...

On this week's Hot Sheet Show, J.J. Cooper, Ben Badler, Jacob Rudner and Scott Braun welcome White Sox catching prospect Kyle Teel to the show. The guys also dive into the Phillies' trade for Jesús Luzardo and question the rudderless Marlins organization. Plus, we a look at future rule changes in college baseball, why the NCAA can’t ban the shift and the looming legislation with major elig...

On this week's Hot Sheet Show, J.J. Cooper, Geoff Pontes & Scott Braun weigh the returns of four big trades last week. Who did well and who could’ve gotten more? Plus, we take a look at winners & losers following last week’s MLB Draft Lottery with Carlos Collazo. Time Stamps (0:55) Red Sox/White Sox Garrett Crochet trade (7:15) Are catching prospects treated differently in trades? (10:...

Carlos and Peter break down the third annual draft lottery. They talk through the process, pick out a few winners and losers and then discuss the first, way-too-early complete first round mock draft of the 2025 cycle. Players to know up top, a strong trio of college catchers and then a few more split-camp names at the back of the first round who are interesting for various reasons.  — Time Stamps...

The Baseball America Fantasy Podcast is back with news from the Winter Meetings. Geoff is live in Dallas and Dylan is in cold in Canada but they bring you all the insight for fantasy on the players moved. We then finish off the show with some top names to target and some sleepers from our recently released Dynasty Outfielder Rankings. (2:30) Garrett Crochet Trade (9:00) Gimenez Trade (12:30) Max F...

Geoff Pontes and JJ Cooper take a look at every pick in the 2024 MLB Rule 5 Draft and explain why they were chosen and their chances to stick on MLB rosters. But then we get a little crazy and ping pong back and forth on MiLB Rule 5 picks as well. 00:00 Introduction 02:00 Garrett Crochet Trade Quick Thoughts 04:00 Explaining The Rule 5 Draft 05:30 Geoff and JJ's Favorite Picks 08:00 Marlins Pi...

On this week's Hot Sheet Show, Ben Badler, Geoff Pontes, Carlos Collazo & Scott Braun discuss the state of the Mets and Yankees following the big Juan Soto news. Do the Mets have players to properly surround Soto? How will the Yankees regroup? The guys also tip their caps to the Padres, who were named Baseball America's 2024 Organization of the Year, before Carlos takes us through a Ru...

Carlos and Peter complete their divisional draft review series of the 2024 draft class with the National League West. The two talk through each team’s draft, pick out players to know, sleepers they are intrigued with, standout debut performers and then pick out which class of the division they’re most excited about.  — Time Stamps (3:30) D-backs (13:00) Rockies  (30:45) Dodgers (39:00) Padres (53:...

This week on the Baseball America fantasy show hosts Dylan White and Geoff Pontes dig into the recent hot stove news as a handful of bigger names have new homes. While in the second half of the show they cover some targets and sleepers from the recently released Middle Infield Dynasty Rankings for 2025. (2:00) Blake Snell signing with Dodgers and looming Sasaki deal. (10:30) Jonathan India and Bra...

On this week's Hot Sheet Show, Ben Badler, Geoff Pontes and Scott Braun welcome Blue Jays outfielder Joey Loperfido. The guys dive into the latest rumblings revolving around Japanese star Roki Sasaki’s possible MLB destination, and we take a look at dynasty fantasy baseball sleepers and early breakout rookies to watch in 2025. Time Stamps (1:00) Roki Sasaki's potential landing spots with B...

If you're a regular listener/reader of Baseball America content, you probably know that we love the Rule 5 Draft. JJ Cooper and Geoff Pontes have Rule 5 Fever, which means we'll go in depth on what worked in the 2023 Rule 5 Draft, what doesn't usually work and also what players are catching our eyes for the 2024 Rule 5 Draft, set to be held on Dec. 11. 02:00 What Is The Rule 5 Draft 04...

Carlos and Peter continue their divisional draft review series of the 2024 draft class with the National League Central. The two talk through each team’s draft, pick out players to know, sleepers they are intrigued with, standout debut performers and then pick out which class of the division they’re most excited about.  — Time Stamps (3:00) Cubs (18:30) Reds (30:00) Brewers (41:00) Pirates (54:45)...