Loaded Basis Podcast

It's a new year! Yamamoto has signed with the Dodgers. What moves can the Yankees make post Yamamoto? How will the Yankees look to fill their rotation for 2024? Should the Yankees look to target free agents like Jordan Montgomery, Shoto Imanaga and Marcus Stroman? What starting pitchers are available via the trade market, and what will they cost? We cover it all on season 3 episode 17, of the...

The winter meetings are about to start! Entering the 2024 season, what moves can the Mets make to build a competitive rotation? Should David Stearns look for short term back of the rotation rentals? Is Yamamoto a feasible option? How will the luxury tax affect the amount of signings the Mets can make? Can the Mets be competitive in 2024? We cover it all on season 3 episode 16 of the Loaded Basis P...

On this episode of the Loaded Basis Podcast the guys discuss what both the Yankees and Mets can learn from the 2023 playoff teams. Is building your team around free agents sustainable and a recipe for success? Given the expanded playoff format, should teams be more apt to "go for it"? What moves have teams made in the past to supplement their homegrown talent? Are the Mets better off try...

Part 3 of our first annual Prospect Gut Check - The guys break down Mark Vientos, Francisco Alvarez and Oswald Peraza!

Part 2 of our first annual Prospect Gut Check! The guys break down Anthony Volpe, Jasson Dominguez and Austin Wells!

It's our first annual Prospect Gut Check! In part 1, Nick flies solo and breaks down a number of prospects on both the Mets and Yankees. Is Ronny Mauricio the upside player we think he is, or do some red flags tell a different tale? Is it finally time for Ronny Mauricio to live up to his once great potential? What is Nick's take on Brett Baty's early struggles? We cover it all on Seaso...

A heartfelt rant on the state of the New York Mets, post Deadline. Enjoy!

A heartfelt rant on the state of the New York Yankees, post Deadline. Enjoy!

We're back! On this episode of the Loaded Basis Podcast the guys break down the unfortunate series of events that has led to an unexpected trade deadline for both the Yankees and the Mets. Should the Yankees sell or buy? What area of needs should the Yankees focus on? The guys give their opinions on the urgency of the Yankees front office and go through players that may or may not be possible...

On this episode of the Loaded Basis Podcast the guys are back to discuss certain question marks surrounding the Yankees entering the new season. What will the Yankees do for the 5th spot in their rotation? How will Montas's injury impact the team? Is the Yankees infield too crowded? What will the Yankees do with Donaldson and IKF? Plus, an update on our Free Agency Predictions Scoring Bracket!&nbs...

On this episode of the Loaded Basis Podcast the guys start off the episode with discussing Trevor Bauer and give thoughts on his future in MLB. Then, the guys review what went wrong with Correa and the Mets and jump back into their heated debate from last episode, discussing how owners across the league will respond to Steve Cohen's massive spending bill.   Then they discuss what moves a...

NOTE: this episode was recorded prior to the Correa *potential* signing with the Mets.  Steve Cohen has spent a lot of money this season, more than any team in MLB. The guys debate how the rest of the owners around the league will respond and whether or not they will try and institute a salary cap during the next CBA.  Then, the guys recap some of the offseason moves made by the Mets and...

It's our second annual free agency prediction episode! In part 2, the guys cover the remainder of the free agents (best Catchers, 1B, 2B, SS, 3B, and Relievers) and give their best guess as to where they'll end up. May the best man win!! 

It's our second annual free agency prediction episode! In part 1, the guys cover all of the top free agent Starting Pitchers and Outfielders, and give their best guess as to where they'll end up. May the best man win!! 

Back like we never left! In this episode, the guys break down what felt like an insane season for the New York Yankees. Were the early offseason predictions correct? What would you have done differently if you were Cashman? How did the trade deadline moves pan out for the Yankees? What went wrong, and what do the Yankees need to do in order to finally get themselves over the hump for next season?...

On this episode of the Loaded Basis Podcast the guys discuss the hot start from both the Mets and Yankees.  Are these the best Yanks\Mets teams of our lifetime? Is it safe or too early to say that these teams are postseason locks?  Plus, we revisit our preseason debate surrounding Francisco Lindor and Gleyber Torres. Who do the guys think will have the greatest Year to Year improvement?&...

On this episode of the Loaded Basis Podcast the guys discuss the anti climatic unsealed letter that Major League Baseball sent to the New York Yankees regarding the illegal use of electronics to steal signs. Is what they did considered cheating, or gamesmanship? Was this completely over blown? Then, the guys break down the early starts for the Yankees and the Mets and discuss whether or not these...

We back ! YANKEES SEASON PREVIEW  - Strengths\Weaknesses - Who will have the biggest breakouts\ be the team MVP? - Win total expectations and playoff expectations Plus, was the offseason a disappointment? What kind of impact will Joey Gallo have on this team? Is the Baby Bomber window about to close? And finally, thoughts on the non existent contract extension for Aaron Judge. 

We back! METS SEASON PREVIEW - Strengths\Weaknesses - Who will have the biggest breakouts\ be the team MVP? - Win total expectations and playoff expectations  Plus a quick look at the Mets offseason, how does this team differ from last year, and what impact will Buck have on the team. 

The Mets are in free fall. What went wrong? How much did injuries play a part in the Mets second half woes? What happened to the offense? Was Javy Baez over Kris Bryant the right choice at the deadline?  Meanwhile, on the other side of the city, the Yankees are on fire! What role did adding left handed bats to the lineup play in the Yankees success? Is this team equipped to go to the World Se...

The guys break down what was possibly, one of the most electric trade deadlines for MLB in years! Did the Mets do enough to solidify themselves as World Series contenders? Should they have prioritized pitching? Why Baez over Bryant? Was PCR an "overpay" to obtain the electric Cubs' shortstop?  Then, they break down the Yankees deadline moves, the shocker that was acquiring Anthony Rizzo, and...

After a brief vacation, the boys are back! What did we miss? The Mets are in first and the Yankees season is a train wreck, no biggie. The guys discuss whether or not the Yankees are in trouble and what potential changes could be made in order to save the Bombers' season. They also discuss whether or not this Mets team is for real, and if they have their division on lock.  Plus, the guys go o...

On this weeks episode of the Loaded Basis Podcast, Derek Carty of fangraphs and creator of "The BAT" and "BAT X" projection systems, joins the show! Derek and Nick cover everything from where Derek began, what got him interested in projection systems, to debunking some of the old myths and views that have been around baseball for generations. Derek breaks down how his projection system attempts to...

Lou DiPietro returns for our Yankees season preview! The guys get a somewhat surprising "grade" from Lou for the Yankees off-season. How does Lou feel on the Yankees starting rotation? How far can the Yankees push Corey Kluber? Who is the Yankees "X-Factor"? What can we expect from Gary Sanchez and could catching depth become an issue? Did the Yankees make a mistake not spending big during the off...

On Part 2 of episode 1, the guys discuss everything Yankees! How do the guys grade the Yankees off-season? Do they FINALLY have enough starting pitching? How much upside do guys like Kluber and Taillon have? Was it a risk to play "chicken" with DJ Lemahieu?  Plus, a hot take on Domingo German! BACK LIKE WE NEVER LEFT!  We cover it all on part 2 of Episode 1 of SEASON 2! WE BACK BABY!&nbs...