GSMC Baseball Podcast

Kevin breaks down the latest Coronavirus testing results throughout the MLB. Players continue to test positive but at a rate under 2% which is well under the national average and in the realm of play on. Players and teams continue to use caution whenever possible.<br /><br />Kevin then talks about the latest players to opt-out of the 2020 season. Giants catcher Buster Posey is the late...

Kevin breaks down how delays in receiving the COVID test results during the July 4th holiday led to multiple teams having to cancel workouts. This has made players question how safe they can actually be during this season. <br /><br />Kevin then talk about the MLB Schedule release and breaks down the Winners and Losers. Multiple teams have reasons to be thankful and upset with what the...

Kevin breaks down how summer camp is underway and COVID 19 is already presenting issues for the league. Over 30 players have tested positive on the initial testing, with more results TBD. These results have lead to additional players opting out, such as David Price.<br /><br />Kevin then talks about how the Cleveland Indians are considering changing their nickname for the first time si...

Kevin breaks down how players are starting to opt-out of the 2020 season. 4 players have made it known so far they will not be participating, and it anticipated that more will be following shortly. Will this affect the potential outcome of 2020?<br /><br />Kevin then talk about the cancellation of the MiLB for the 2020 season and the long term change this could bring moving forward. Th...

Kevin breaks down how there is a growing concern within the baseball industry that the coronavirus poses a real threat to the 2020 season and the idea of actually playing baseball. Can the players actually stay safe while playing?<br /><br />Kevin then talks about teams who would have made the playoffs after 60 games that then went on to finish with a record under .500. The Phillies an...

Kevin breaks down how the MLB and MLBPA could not come to a collective bargaining agreement and Rob Manfred will implement a 60 game season. A ton of new rules are being implemented as well. Universal DH and a baserunner in extra innings to name a few.<br /><br />Kevin then talks about the Winners and Losers of the 60 game season and what we can expect this summer. Winners include NL t...

Kevin breaks down how the MLBPA now has two options moving forward. Agree to 60 games and some concessions from the owners, or reject the deal and let Rob Manfred implement a season of 48-54 games and file a grievance. There is "guarded optimism" a deal will be reached as soon as Monday.<br /><br />Kevin wishes all the Dads out there a Happy Fathers Day as he breaks down the top Father...

Kevin breaks down the recent developments between the MLB and MLBPA. Rob Manfred and Tony Clark met 1 on 1 and were able to get the "framework" of a deal done. The next step would be formal approval or counter offer from the players. It sounds like a deal will be done as early as this weekend.<br /><br />Kevin then talks about the ESPN Documentary "Long Gone Summer" about Sammy Sosa an...

Kevin breaks down the latest proposal from the owners to the players and the immediate rejection it received. The players association cut off further negotiations and sent a strong message to the owners and commissioner Manfred moving forward.<br /><br />Kevin then gives his final MLB Draft grades and breaks down each team and their draft selections. He talks about a player drafted in...

Kevin breaks down each team's selection in round 1 of the MLB Draft. There were a few surprises, one of which happened early with the second overall pick. The Orioles, Red Sox, and Marlins made surprise selections but overall there were not too many unexpected picks in round 1. Kevin gives you his thoughts and reactions on each pick and then talks about what to expect for rest of the draft moving...

Kevin discusses the latest in negotiations and how there is growing sentiment that Commissioner Robert Manfred will need to step in and implement his power into a 50 game season. The Owners and Players are not any closer to an agreement and are running out of time.<br /><br />Kevin then gives his mock draft for the 1st round of this week's MLB Draft. The top 5 are pretty unanimous, but...

Kevin discusses the current state of America and the Black Lives Matter movement that is taking place. MLB Teams and athletes have released statements with reactions on the topic, Kevin shares his thoughts on what is happening.<br /><br />Kevin then gives an update on the current negotiations between the owners and the players. The conversation is currently that the owners will not eve...

Kevin discusses what the hold up is on a counter proposal from the players to the owners. The Players would like to "see the books" from the owners and this will not happen. This next week is the biggest week in negotiations for the MLB as time is not their friend on getting a deal done.<br /><br />Kevin then discusses the MLB draft and gives the biggest need for every team heading int...

Kevin discusses the official proposal that was sent from the Owners to the Players asking for the players to take a tiered pay cut system that asks the highest-paid players to take the biggest pay cut. The Players response has been overwhelmingly negative. What would a counter-proposal look like from the players?<br /><br />Kevin then discusses the NCAA Baseball Proposal that would cha...

Kevin discusses a key meeting that will be taking place this Tuesday between the MLB and MLBPA. There is momentum starting that "deferred" money could play a big part in coming to an agreement moving forward on compensation. The next week is going to be key in negotiations and pivotal to the future on MLB.<br /><br />Kevin then discusses the top prospects for the MLB draft. The discuss...

Kevin discusses how the players are reacting to the proposal that was recently sent by the owners. The players understand the need for a 2020 season and are working hard to come to a resolution that works for all parties involved.<br /><br />Kevin then gives an update on the KBO and CPBL. Both leagues are continuing to operate without disruption during this pandemic. The KBO and CPBL a...

Kevin discusses the memo from MLB that was sent to the players discussing Safety protocol for the 2020 season. It is very detailed and Baseball is going to look very different. Kevin talks about what a "Day in the Life" will look like for a player in 2020.<br /><br />Kevin then continues the "Best Team in MLB History" segment and the 1976 Cincinnati Reds have been crowned Champion! The...

Kevin discusses the conversation between the MLB and the MLBPA regarding "Revenue Sharing" and how this is similar to a "Salary Cap" and is a non-starter for the players moving forward. Will they really not play baseball in 2020 due to money?<br /><br />Kevin then continues the "Best team in MLB History" segment and crowns an AL Champion. The American League is absolutely loaded. Who w...

Kevin discusses the latest proposal from the MLB to the MLBPA and how we may be headed for a battle based on compensation. It has been reported the owners are going to ask the players for an additional pay cut. This is not sitting well with the players. <br /><br />Kevin then continues the "Best team in MLB History" segment and crowns an NL Champion. There is plenty to talk about in th...

Kevin discusses his conversations with people inside the MLB and gives their thoughts on the recent update for the return of Baseball. He also talks about the Korean Baseball League and the former MLB talent that can be seen playing in this league. <br /><br />Kevin then continues the "Best Team in MLB History" segment as he talks about the NL West. The Giants, Dodgers, and Diamondback...

Kevin discusses the Players League Playoffs and Blake Snell being crowned champion. It was an entertaining season and a great look at the behind the scenes personalities of these players. Baseball had a successful event for the month of April.<br /><br />Kevin then continues the "Best Team in MLB History" segment as he talks about the NL Central. The 1970s reign supreme when it comes t...

Kevin discusses how there is "Growing Optimism" among executives that baseball will be returning by the end of June or early July. It will be the 3 division model in the form of East, Central, and West. This will eliminate the standard AL and NL format and will be different from anything we have seen before.<br /><br />Kevin then continues the "Best team in MLB History" segment as he t...

Kevin discusses the latest update with the coronavirus and how it is affecting not only future ticket sales but ticket sales that have already been paid. Should teams refund all ticket sales for 2020?<br /><br />Kevin then continues the "Best team in MLB History" segment as he talks about the AL West. It is a shame the 2001 Seattle Mariners and 2019 Houston Astros were unable to finish...

Kevin discusses the punishment that the MLB handed out to the Boston Red Sox to wrap up the sign-stealing scandal of 2018. It feels like it was just a slap on the wrist and Manfred missed the mark once again.<br /><br />Kevin then talks about the latest report that the MLB is now talking about playing in three different locations. Florida, Arizona, and now Texas has been added to the m...

Kevin discusses how the Arizona plan continues to look like the "likeliest" path to baseball returning ASAP. Payment for players and quarantine continue to be the biggest talking points to overcome. <br /><br />Kevin then starts a new segment of "The Best team in MLB History". He takes a look back at the AL East and discusses who would win a division of the best teams for each franchis...