Diamond Discussions

The injury to Gerrit Cole has the Yankee fanbase in a complete tailspin, as it looks like he's heading for Tommy John surgery. For Mets fans, Francisco Alvarez is out for 6-8 weeks with a bone fracture in his hand and will require surgery. The injury bug has really made its presence felt this spring, some worse than others, but all making their impact before we even see real action.

The guys break down their picks for the National League East, Central and West, and they have some really surprising picks that could cause a stir for the 2025 season in this Diamond Discussions short series episode.

The guys break down their picks for the American League East, Central and West for 2025 in this Diamond Discussion Short series episode.

Joe and Mike talk about how the 49 year run of no facial hair policy implemented by George Steinbrenner has been officially adjusted. The players could keep a fresh look by maintaining the beard and it letting it get out of control. Let us know what you guys think in the comments!,

Mike and Joe discuss the current state of the Yankees and Mets, with injuries to Luis Gil and Sean Manaea respectively. Even with all the panic and uncertainty, the guys know it could get uglier potentially, but they have one response for both fan bases : Stop it!! it isn't time to hit the panic button just yet.

Joe & Mike talk about the unfortunate injuries to Stanton and Montas to start off spring training, the Bregman signing with Boston and how that affects Devers, and what will happen with Vladdy Jr. and his "deadline" coming to an end tomorrow as he reports to Blue Jays camp in this upbeat and energetic episode.

The fellas give their insight on the milestones that a bunch of players are very close to achieving during the 2025 season such as Aaron Judge approaching 350 homers and Pete Alonso becoming the all time leader in homers in Mets franchise history and much more in this short series edition.

The guys break down how the Yanks are "kicking the tires" on Nolan Arenado again, and Joe especially vents his frustration on how it has been too much back and forth. They also break down all the recent free agent signings, including Pete Alonso, and who fits best for Alex Bregman. Mike and Joe also discuss their two teams that disappointed them the most this offseason in this regular episode edit...

Joe and Mike break down the final two lists of the top 10 at each position ranking: Starting pitchers and relievers. Just like in the previous shorts, they add their players who got snubbed and adjust the list to their liking, compared to what MLB.com has projected.

The guys break down the top 10 outfielders at each position and adjust the list as well, while noting some big names that were left off the list in this DD Short Edition.

Joe and Mike break down the top 10 infielders and catchers list released by MLB.com. They also give their opinions on guys who got snubbed and were left off the list as well in this very informative short series edition.

The guys talk about how Steve Cohen's approach to the Pete Alonso saga is more Pete's fault then Steve's and what Met fans should expect in the next few weeks, They also break down the Ryan Pressly trade, where Alex Bregman could land and Yankees Manager Aaron Boone stating that there is a 3 player race for third base.

In their first ever short series, Joe and Mike talk about the Hall of Fame inductees and their road to Cooperstown.

Joe and Mike break down Mets, Yankees and all things MLB, including free agency. Recorded on Saturday January 18th, 2025, before the Tanner Scott signing.