Picked Off w Mike & Aric

Hey Everyone! - Aric and Mike are right back at it with another episode.  This week we finish our 2026 Spring Training Coverage with a preview of the NL West to see if: The Diamondbacks can bounce back from another disappointing season If the Giants can break out of their boring mediocrity If ANYONE (besides Father Time) can stop the Dodgers from their Three-peat Enjoy!

Hey everyone!  Aric and Mike are back with another episode!  This week we preview the NL Central.  A few highlights: Are the Pirates really (and FINALLY) going to make some noise? Are the Cardinals REALLY going to be that bad? Will the Reds build on their surprising 2025 finish? That and we discuss the WBC!  We hope you enjoy!

Hey Everyone!  Aric and Mike are back with another Divsional preview episode!  This week we scour the NL East to see: If the Marlins surprising season was an anomaly or a trend If the Mets can stop being "The Mess" If the Braves can shake off the injury (and PED) bug and return to their winning ways. We hope you enjoy it!

Hey Everyone!  Mike and Aric are back with another episode of PICKED OFF.  This week we preview the AL East, the toughest division in Baseball to see if  The Orioles can rebound from what was the most disappointing season in Baseball last year The Yankees can improve with the same line up (doubtful!) The Blue Jays can recover from that heartbreaking loss in the Fall Classic The Red Sox's tota...

Hey Everyone!  Picked Off is BACK with the AL Central Preview, but this week we have a special cohost in FREDDY D, the Host of the Fan After Dark on 105.3 the Fan in DFW.  Freddie and I preview what was the most exciting divisional race in all of Baseball to see if: Can the Royals finally realize their potential? Can the Tigers avoid another second half meltdown? Can the Indians continue to overpe...

HEY EVERYONE!  SPRING TRAINING HAS BEGUN and we're excited to bring our the first of our Divisional Previews!  This week, Aric and I look at the American League West to see: If the A's can surprise everyone with their young studs If the Astros can relive their past magic If the Mariners can do on the field what we see on paper WE HOPE YOU ENJOY!

Hey Everyone!  Mike and Aric are BACK with another episode of PICKED OFF!  This week features: More trouble for Emmanuel Classe Latest Free Agent Signings 2026 BBWAA Hall Of Fame results 2025-26 Offseason Review Which contender disappointed Aric the most? Which NL team does Mike think can dethrone the Dodgers? ENJOY!

Hey Everyone!  Aric and Mike are pumping out content for you, RAPID FIRE STYLE!  This week Aric and Mike discuss: Latest News and Notes from around the league 2026 Hall of Fame Ballot- who will join Jeff Kent in Cooperstown in July? Mike has Aric look into his crystal ball for this year Enjoy!

WHAT A WEEK IT WAS! HEY BASEBALL FANS!  Aric and Mike have A LOT TO SAY!  MLB Broadcast picture gets very fuzzy! The top Free Agents get PAID and their suitors are the usual suspects (Mike is losing his mind) Round 5 of Extra Innings Trivia You don't want to miss it!

Happy New Year All! Aric and Mike are back with another Episode!  This week we focus on the latest infusion of Japanese stars who will start their MLB careers, The Las Vegas "Athletics" identity crisis and Round 4 of our Extra Innings Trivia!   We hope you enjoy!

Happy Holidays, Everyone!  Aric and I (and Bryant) wish you all good cheer, lots of presents and lots of free agents under your stocking!  This weekend we review a few of the transactions that happened recently and we continue to see who knows their stuff in Round 3 of our Extra Innings Trivia Contest! We hope you enjoy!

Hey Everyone! Aric and Mike are back with another fun filled episode!  This week we discuss: The Contemporary Committee HOF voting 2025 Baseball Winter Meetings in Orlando Round 2 of our Extra Innings Baseball Trivia - Can Aric make up some ground?? We hope you enjoy!

Hey Everyone!  After a too long layover, Aric and Mike are BACK!  On this episode we give you an update on the Hot Stove League and introduce our new Offseason segment called Extra Innings!  Mike and Aric will test their Baseball knowledge to see who knows more useless information (Spoiler Alert: neither one of us do!) We hope you enjoy!

Hey, Everyone!  The Baseball Season may be over but we at the Picked Off Podcast are here for you to talk about the offseason, and there's a lot to cover! GM Meetings in Vegas Another team hangs a "FOR SALE" sign Trouble in Cleveland (and in MLB??) Season Awards Some no brainers, but one surprise ENJOY!

Hey Everyone!  It's sad, but man was it SWEET!  Aric and Mike gush over a CLASSIC World Series matchup that featured everything a Baseball fan could ask for! Heroes, Goats, GOATS, fantastic finishes Is Dave Roberts the best Manager in Baseball? Does Bitter Mike know more about Baserunning than a former Major Leaguer? Enjoy!

Hey Everyone!  Aric and Mike are talkin' World Series 2025! Blue Jay bats keep the line a movin' "Trey" cheers for Yesavage! Aric and Mike have thoughts on how LAD Manager Dave Roberts can still win this Enjoy!

Hey Everyone!  On this episode Aric and Mike preview the World Series, amongst other things, including: ALCS Postmortem (Was it Overmanaging by Dan Wilson or lack of hitting by his lineup?) Giants have a new Skipper Can Tony Vitello make Chicken Salad out of Chicken S---? Do the Blue Jays have a fighting chance? Give a listen and find out!

Hey Everyone!  Aric and Mike are finally back with another episode packed with insight, this time on the LCS of MLB!  This week we discuss: What we've liked about the Postseason (Blue Jays hitting, Dodgers pitching) What has frustrated us (Poor defense, Phillies lackluster lineup) And Aric tries to fix the Yankees (GOOD LUCK WITH THAT!) ENJOY!

Hey Everyone!  Aric couldn't make it for this week so we're talking PLAYOFFS w 3X World Series Champion Jeremy Affeldt!  In this episode Jeremy gives us his expert insight on: The ABS Challenge system Divisional Series Preview The inside scoop on what it's like to play in October! A MUST LISTEN TO EPISODE!

Hello Everyone!  Aric and Mike are back with another episode!  This week we discuss: What went right with the Guardians and Mariners What went wrong with the Tigers and Astros The New York MESS in Queens Our thoughts on the ABS Challenge system (Aric is NOT A FAN!) Enjoy!

Hey everyone!  Aric and Mike break down the final week of the Regular season, including: Mariners and Astros down to the wire! Tigers open the door for the Guardians! Can the Blue Jays hold off the Yanks and Red Sox? Plus, Mike takes this opportunity to rip on his Giants!  Enjoy!

Hey Everyone!  Aric and Mike are BACK AT IT with another episode!  This week we Preview Key matchups in College Football Look back at Week 1 of the NFL Give a Pennant Race update Go over some HUGE matchups this weekend And FINALLY, Aric wants to take drastic measures to fix the Yankees! We hope you enjoy! 

Hey everyone!  Aric and Mike are BACK.  This week we review how the 2025 trade acquisitions have fared with their new teams and do a quick rundown of the Division races.  We also mix in a little CFB Week 1, spotlighting the two big matchups (UT vs OSU / ND vs MIAMI). We hope you enjoy!

Good evening, Everyone!  This episode Aric and I chat with College World Series and MLB World Series Champion Keith Moreland!  This week Keith takes his through his amazing career, including: His 3 CWS appearances His 12 years in the Big Leagues His time as a broadcaster His special message for parents of young athletes A must listen episode!

Hey Everyone!  Aric and I are EXCITED to provide a very quick but VERY SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT!  GIVE A LISTEN!