Losses Above Replacement

With Mathias being busy, he made the mistake of letting Alex and “Splash” run the podcast. Nah it was fun, and the two talked about what trade chips the Blue Jays have, the return of 3WO and a special trivia segment around a childhood game. (Not to mention believing in Joe Hendry). All of this and more on today’s edition of Losses Above Replacement!

We here at Losses Above Replacement are huge fans of Willie Mays and the news of his passing deeply affected each of us. On this episode, hosted by "Splash", join Alex and Mathias as the LAR crew talk about if Paul Skenes should be an All-Star, where premium players with the White Sox will be in August, Alex reviewing the previous week of Boulder Collegians baseball, and a special trivia...

Even though there are only a few teams with a winning record in the National League, that just means there is more to talk about! Find out why Alex thinks Jurickson Profar has a chance at the MVP, why Mathias thinks the Padres could still make the Wild Card and stay for "Splash" quizzing the others on historic baseball. Not to mention some Boulder Collegians blasting some baseballs. All...

Alex is back and hosting this week's episode of Losses Above Replacement. Join Alex, Mathias and "Splash" as the LAR crew talk about the White Sox actively shopping their best players, breaking down some hard decisions on the All-Star Ballot and Alex talks about the new team he is calling for. All of this and more on today's edition of Losses Above Replacement!

We've reached a new month, which means it's time to give an MLB awards update! Join the duo of MAK and Splash as they talk about their leaders in the MVP, Cy Young, and Rookie of the Year races, then try their hand at a Sporcle quiz.

"Splash"'s world got a bit more sad with the ACL injury to #13 in Atlanta. Joined by Mathias, join Alex and "Splash" as the LAR crew talk about what the future holds for the Braves with Acuña out for the year as well as what Aaron Judge's power surge means for his legacy. Also, does Salvy belong in the hall? All of this and more on today's edition of Losses Above Re...

Today's edition of Losses Above Replacement features Alex, Mathias and "Splash" talking about trade targets including a dynamite reliever from the A's and an on-air wager made about the future of Josh Rojas. Not to mention Alex taking over trivia for a variation on "Who He Play For?". All of this and more on today's edition of Losses Above Replacement!

The prophecy foretold of a young pitcher, drafted in 2023, who would be the chosen one to brings fans back to PNC Park and dominate offenses for the black and gold. That man...has made his debut. Hosted by "Splash", join Alex and Mathias as the LAR talk about the MLB debut of Paul Skenes as well as why catcher's interference seems to be on the rise. All of this and more on today'...

April showers bring May flowers...nobody told this to the Miami Marlins as they experienced the showers and expect it to continue by trading away a multi-time batting champion. Hosted by Mathias, join Alex and "Splash" as the LAR crew come together to discuss the Padres aquiring one of the best contact hitters in the game as well as the hot streaks of both the Twins and Athletics. All of...

April is about to be fully in the books and we at Losses Above Replacement are very much ready to see May hopefully provide a bit more offense for the league. Hosted by Alex, join Mathias and "Splash" as the LAR crew talk about the Seattle Mariner pitching core playing out of their minds, the new jerseys finally gonna be taken away and the lack of offense overall. All of this and more on...

The first month of the season is about to be in the books and we at LAR need to apologize to the AL Central as we were not familiar with their game. Hosted by "Splash", join Alex and Mathias as the LAR crew discuss the red-hot race in the NL East and the amazing start for the Guardians and what it means for their respective divisions. Also featuring an impassioned trivia segment in honor...

The season has gotten off to a strong start with some fun storylines dominating league attention. Hosted by Mathias, join Alex and "Splash" as the LAR crew discuss whether these trends are here to stay or about to be dead and gone in our newest segment. Also, the return of a favorite segment in Rant Roulette where we discuss Anthony Volpe, the Pirates and what emojis are the best. All of...

Several pitchers have gone down with elbow injuries in this early part of the season. Even while typing this blurb, my elbow has started to hurt. Hosted by Alex, join Mathias and "Splash" as the LAR crew discuss what could be causing this pitcher epidemic then move to happier news with the arrival of Jackson Holliday to Baltimore. All of this and more on today's edition of Losses Abo...

The regular season has arrived, which means it's time to overreact! Host "Splash" is joined by Alex and MAK to give their overreactions to the first weekend of the season, plus the crew gives their take on Jordan Montgomery's deal with the Diamondbacks. All this and much more on the latest episode of Losses Above Replacement!

Full opening day is mere hours away and the LAR crew are here to tell you exactly how the season will pan out (albeit really early). Hosted by Alex, join Mathais and Splash as we discuss our predictions for the American league and talk about the case with Shohei Ohtani. All of this and more on today's edition of Losses Above Replacement!

With the Seoul Series only days away, the LAR crew are ready to tell you EXACTLY how the NL divisions and awards season will shake out. Hosted by Mathias, join Alex and "Splash" as the LAR crew discuss how the NL divisions will shake out and the early predictions for the major awards (as well as our own major awards). All of this and more today's edition of Losses Above Replacement!

The days of the common pitched complete game are gone, and the need for good relievers is higher than ever before. Hosted by "Splash", join Alex and Mathias as the LAR crew talk about who are the best relievers going into 2024 and Alex quizzes the others on closers who did "pretty well" in 2023. All of this and more today's edition of Losses Above Replacement!

Who is the best Starting pitcher in the league? Honestly, there are any number of names that could claim that title. Hosted by Mathias, join Alex and "Splash" as the LAR crew decipher the murky waters to figure out who is the true "Ace" of MLB. Not to mention that they discuss about a couple All-Stars that have their future teams decided at least for the short term. All of this...

Edgar Martinez would be proud as today the LAR crew are talking about the best Designated Hitters going into 2024. Hosted by Alex, join Mathias and "Splash" as the crew talk about the best DHs and the Cody Bellinger signing. All of this and more on today's edition of Losses Above Replacement!

Spring Training is officially underway and the LAR crew are more than excited for the 2024 season and are on the mic to talk about players for the upcoming season. Hosted by "Splash", join Alex and Mathias as the team talk about the stacked right field position as well as answering trivia about teams with the best records in 2023. All of this and more on today's edition of Losses Abo...

Now that the Super Bowl is past, it is officially baseball season! Hosted by Alex, join Mathias and "Splash" as the LAR crew come together to talk about Bobby Witt Jr. getting his big extension and who the best Centerfielders are going into 2024. All of this and more on today's edition of Losses Above Replacement!

Not only does Cal Ripken Jr. own the record for most consecutive games played in, he now partly owns the team he played his entire career for. Hosted by Mathias, Join Alex and "Splash" as the LAR crew discuss the future of the Orioles under new ownership and the trade for Corbin Burnes. Later, find out who we think the best Left Fielders are going into 2024 and end things off with some t...

The Hall of Fame shortly will add a few more names to its historic shrine, and the LAR crew are here to talk about who they would put into baseball immortality. Hosted by Mathias, join Alex and "Splash" in a discussion about who should be announced as the newest members into the hall and also the best third baseman going into 2024. All of this and more on today's edition of Losses Ab...

Baseball immortality has been bestowed to three deserving candidates in Adrian Beltre, Joe Mauer and Todd Helton as all will be enshrined in Cooperstown forever. Hosted by "Splash", join Alex and Mathias as the LAR crew talk about the 2024 HoF class and who was snubbed, followed by ranking the best shortstops in the game today. All of this and more on today's edition of Losses Above...

The Cubs are making moves by signing Shota Imanaga and making a big trade with the Dodgers. Hosted by Alex, join Mathias and "Splash" as the LAR crew talk about if the Cubs are gonna make more moves, rank the best second baseman going into 2024 and then a different trivia category inspired by Tic-Tac-Toe. All of this and more on today's edition of Losses Above Replacement!