Tablesetters: A Baseball Podcast

Welcome to Episode 52 of Tablesetters! Devin and Steve are back with another jam-packed show, blending offseason buzz with some nostalgic fun as they unveil their “Mount Rushmore of Baseball Role Players.” These are the unsung legends—players who didn’t dominate the headlines but left an indelible mark with their clutch performances, versatility, and leadership. Whether you’re a fan of gritty util...

Welcome to Episode 51 of Tablesetters! Devin and Steve are back with a jam-packed MLB offseason update, offering you the latest trade rumors, blockbuster signings, and strategic moves that are shaping the 2025 season. The winter's been buzzing with activity, and we've got all the inside scoop! Pete Alonso's free-agent future is a hot topic, with Scott Boras reportedly using Prince Fielder’s 9-year...

Welcome to Episode 50 of Tablesetters! Devin and Steve are back with a packed MLB offseason update, filled with blockbuster signings, trade rumors, and teams making bold moves for 2025! The Arizona Diamondbacks just made a statement, signing Corbin Burnes to a 6-year, $210 million deal with an opt-out after two seasons. This sets their payroll at a record $190 million and positions them as contend...

Welcome to Episode 49 of Tablesetters! Devin and Steve are back with all the latest MLB offseason news, from the loss of one of the game’s greatest players to significant trades and signings that are shaping the 2025 season. We begin by honoring the life and career of Rickey Henderson, the all-time stolen base king, who tragically passed away at the age of 65. Remembered for his incredible speed,...

Welcome to Episode 48 of Tablesetters! Devin and Steve are back to bring you all the latest MLB offseason news, from blockbuster trades and acquisitions to rumors and predictions shaping the 2025 season. We kick things off with the Cubs making a huge splash, acquiring three-time All-Star Kyle Tucker in a trade with the Houston Astros. We discuss what Tucker brings to Chicago’s lineup, how the Astr...

Welcome to Episode 47 of Tablesetters, your go-to podcast for all things baseball! This week, we’re thrilled to welcome Joey Copponi, co-host of the ITM Podcast, where he delivers fresh insights and in-depth analysis on everything surrounding the Boston Red Sox. We kick things off with today’s big news: the Red Sox’s acquisition of Garrett Crochet from the White Sox. The hard-throwing left-hander...

Welcome to Episode 46 of Tablesetters! Devin and Steve are back to bring you up to speed on all the latest MLB offseason buzz, with major signings, blockbuster trades, and swirling rumors that are reshaping the landscape of the league. We kick things off with the New York Yankees making a huge splash, signing star left-hander Max Fried to a monster 8-year, $218 million deal. With Fried now anchori...

Welcome to Episode 45 of Tablesetters! Devin and Steve are here to break down the deal that has sent shockwaves through baseball: Juan Soto’s record-shattering 15-year, $765MM contract with the New York Mets. In a move that will be talked about for decades, the Mets have outbid the Yankees and Red Sox to secure one of the game’s most transcendent hitters, forever changing the course of their franc...

Welcome to Episode 44 of Tablesetters, your go-to podcast for all things baseball! Hosts Devin and Steve are thrilled to be joined by Anthony DiNardo, lifelong Pirates fan and host of the North Shore Nine podcast, for a deep dive into the latest developments surrounding Pittsburgh baseball. In this episode, we break down the non-tendering of Bryan de la Cruz and Connor Joe, the Pirates' promising...

Welcome to Episode 43 of Tablesetters! Devin and Steve kick things off with MLB’s new Golden At-Bat rule proposal, which could radically change the game’s strategy. This potential rule allows teams to bring up a batter of their choosing in key moments, even if that player isn’t due up yet—would this be a benefit to shake up late-game scenarios? We also dive into Blake Snell’s massive new deal with...

Welcome to Episode 42 of Tablesetters! Before we dive in, a quick note: this episode was recorded before Blake Snell signed a 5-year, $182 million deal with the Dodgers on Tuesday night, so we’ll save our thoughts on that blockbuster for next time! This week, Devin and Steve break down the Red Sox’s aggressive offseason plans. Boston is making a strong push for Juan Soto, while also targeting top...

Welcome to Episode 41 of Tablesetters, your ultimate destination for all things baseball! Hosts Devin and Steve are back with an exciting episode featuring a can’t-miss guest: Chase Solesky, a rising star on the mound and one of the top prospects in the Washington Nationals system. Chase joins us fresh off a dominant showing in the Arizona Fall League, where he fanned 20 batters while issuing just...

Welcome to Episode 40 of Tablesetters!   This week, Devin and Steve bring their baseball smarts to the forefront with a thrilling game of Blind Rankings. From ranking free agents with randomly assigned ballparks to creating dynamic MLB “tag teams,” this segment is a wild ride packed with unpredictability, quick thinking, and plenty of laughs. Think you’ve got better rankings in mind? Tune in and s...

Welcome back to Tablesetters, your ultimate destination for all things baseball! Steve and Devin are here, and we’ve got a fantastic guest joining us for today’s episode. We’re thrilled to welcome Brady Farkas, a baseball writer for Fastball on Sports Illustrated/FanNation, the host of The Brady Farkas Show, and the voice behind the Refuse to Lose Mariners Podcast. With nearly a decade of experien...

Welcome back to Tablesetters, your go-to spot for all things baseball. Steve and Devin are here to break down the latest happenings in the MLB world, and there’s a lot to talk about! First up, Aaron Boone’s sticking around for the 2025 season after the Yankees picked up his option. Boone’s been at the helm for seven seasons now, leading the team to the postseason six times. GM Brian Cashman’s all...

Welcome back to Tablesetters, your ultimate destination for all things baseball! Steve and Devin are here, and we’ve got a fantastic guest joining us for today’s episode. We’re thrilled to welcome Keith Raad, the play-by-play broadcaster for the New York Mets on WCBS 880. Keith works alongside Mets Hall of Famer Howie Rose, bringing all the action and insights to Mets fans throughout the season. Y...

Welcome back to Tablesetters, your go-to podcast for all things baseball! Steve and Devin are here to recap the World Series, where the Dodgers pulled off an incredible comeback against the Yankees. In Game 5, the Yankees started strong with a 5-0 lead and a 94 percent win probability. However, a series of critical mistakes allowed the Dodgers to tie the game. The Yankees’ struggles with fundament...

Welcome back to Tablesetters, your go-to podcast for all things baseball! Steve and Devin are here, diving deep into the thrilling World Series matchup between the Yankees and Dodgers, but first, we want to take a moment to honor the late Fernando Valenzuela. Just days before the World Series, the legendary pitcher passed away at the age of 63. His impact on baseball, especially during his iconic...

Welcome back to Tablesetters, your go-to podcast for all things baseball! Steve and Devin are back, diving deep into the week's news, with the Championship Series in progress. The Yankees' 2-0 lead over the Guardians is a big topic of conversation as the series heads to Cleveland, with the team aiming for their first World Series appearance in 15 years. We’ll discuss Game 2, where Gerrit Cole stru...

Welcome back to Tablesetters, your go-to podcast for all things baseball! Steve and Devin are back, diving deep into the week's news, with the Divisional Series in progress. The Phillies saw their season end to the relentless New York Mets in 4 games. The Tigers continue to roll and have pushed the Guardians to the brink of elimination. We discuss the improbable home run that Kerry Carpenter hit o...

Welcome back to Tablesetters, your go-to podcast for all things baseball! Steve and Devin are back, diving deep into the week's news, with the Wild Card Series coming and going. As quick as the Astros, Orioles & Braves were in the playoffs, they were gone even quicker. We saw the Tigers sweep the Astros ending their 7 year streak of consecutive ALCS appearance, Royals clipping the Orioles, and...

Welcome back to Tablesetters, your go-to podcast for all things baseball! Steve and Devin are back, and we have an exceptional guest for our full episode. We have an exclusive conversation about the Arizona Diamondbacks with Derek Montilla. Derek hosts the PHNX Diamondbacks Podcast. You can follow the show on @PHNX_Dbacks on X and Derek himself @Cap_Kaveman on X. We discussed the Diamondbacks, the...

Welcome back to Tablesetters, your go-to podcast for all things baseball! Steve and Devin are back, diving deep into the week's news, with Shohei Ohtani hitting the 50-50 mark in style with 10 RBIs and 3 HRs against the Marlins. Is it possible that he can achieve 60-60 in the final week of the season now? Can we rule anything out at this point? We also dive deep into CJ Abrams spending all night i...

Welcome back to Tablesetters, your go-to podcast for all things baseball! Steve and Devin are back, and we have an exceptional guest for our full episode. We have an exclusive conversation about the Detroit Tigers with Jordan Hall. Jordan hosts the “Eat 'em Up: A Detroit Tigers Podcast.”—your weekly dose of Detroit Tigers baseball banter, opinions, and general nonsense. Jordan hosts it alongside h...

Welcome back to Tablesetters, your go-to podcast for all things baseball! Steve and Devin are back, diving deep into the week's news, with Gerrit Cole going into business for himself and deciding to walk Rafael Devers on his own, which ultimately backfired this weekend for the Yanks' ace. We also discuss Francisco Lindor's back injury and how the Mets will respond to the news of his limited absenc...