The 3-0 Take

We talk latest free agency signings, including Carlos Correa to the Twins and what his priorities appear to be moving forward, Trevor Story to the Red Sox and what it means for Xander Bogaerts, Nicholas Castellanos to the Phillies and why Philly isn’t a team to be overlooked in the NL East, Jorge Soler to the Marlins and why it’s a good fit and much more! Enjoy! MERCH: the30takepod.com/store BIG L...

We talk latest free agency signings and trades, including Freddie Freeman doing what we all saw coming, the Rockies making a questionable move for Kris Bryant, the already-scary Blue Jays bolstering their lineup with the addition of Matt Chapman, Anthony Rizzo returning to the Bronx, Seiya Suzuki opting for the Cubs, the Phillies landing one of their targets in Kyle Schwarber and much more! Enjoy!...

We talk about the latest moves around baseball, including Matt Olson to the Braves (ending the Freddie Freeman era), the Yankees and Twins’ trade featuring Gary Sanchez, Gio Urshela and Josh Donaldson, Chris Bassitt to the Mets, the Mariners adding pop with Jesse Winker and Eugenio Suarez, Carlos Rodon to the Giants, Clayton Kershaw staying in LA, Fernando Tatis Jr. dealing with more injury issues...

We talk the return of baseball, MLB and the MLBPA coming to terms on their latest CBA, how we never want this to happen again, how these are unprecedented times, the details of the new agreement, how the owners actually came around at the end and how the players also didn’t lose ground, new rule changes, future host locations for MLB games, the Apple TV+ deal and much more! Enjoy! MERCH: the30take...

We talk the final negotiations before MLB’s “deadline,” recapping what led to this point, Rob Manfred’s abysmal press conference, outrage from fans and players, what the owners were asking for, what the players were asking for, why the league is satisfied with less baseball, where we go from here, Derek Jeter stepping down as the Marlins’ CEO and much more! Enjoy! MERCH: the30takepod.com/store BIG...

We talk the latest in the MLB / MLBPA negotiations, including the league’s “hard deadline” of needing a deal by February 28 or else games would be canceled, the union’s request for a 30+% increase for the league minimum and why it’s not as crazy as it seems, the 2022 Spring Training hats and which ones we like/dislike the most, Vanderbilt’s new pitch signaling technology and the implications if it...

We talk Thursday’s 15 minute meeting between MLB and the MLBPA, MLB stating they didn’t want to pay minor leaguers during Spring Training and that they wanted to eliminate MiLB roster spots, Ryan Zimmerman retiring, Juan Soto turning down a 13-year, $350M contract extension, the Top 10 2B entering 2022, our pick announcements for what college baseball teams we’re going to follow since there’s no M...

We talk Rob Manfred’s latest press conference, where the league and union stand, players speaking out on social media against the commissioner, how we as fans are being used as pawns, how we’re still trying to be convinced that things are moving in the right direction “in good faith,” why the steroid testing halt isn’t even newsworthy, the latest on Trevor Bauer’s sexual assault allegations, Joe W...

We talk Shohei Ohtani being named the next cover athlete for MLB the Show 22, why the news wasn’t as exciting as it should have been, the latest on the CBA negotiations and how it’s becoming more clear that this is a two-sided issue, how we as baseball fans don’t ask for much (and are still receiving so little), the crafting of our Top 10 lists for pitchers and catchers entering the 2022 season an...

We talk 2022 Hall of Fame results and the controversy that surrounded them, including David Ortiz being selected on his first ballot, Barry Bonds, Roger Clemens and other notable names missing out, the writers who made these decisions, points you should consider regardless if you're pro or anti-PED users getting in (and the importance of being open to the existence or lack of evidence) what the Ha...

We talk way too early 2022 World Series odds that were released this week and how they’re all sorts of wrong, Carlos Correa bringing on Scott Boras as his new agent, what that means for his next team and reports of his asking price before the lockout began, the Orioles moving back the wall at Camden Yards and much more! Enjoy! MERCH: the30takepod.com/store SEATGEEK: Use code "THE30TAKEPOD" for $20...

We talk the latest news surrounding Thursday’s meeting between MLB and the MLBPA, what the outlook of the 2022 season appears to be and why both sides need to stop with the ridiculous proposals, Jon Lester’s retirement announcement and looking back on his career, his accomplishments, and his case for the Hall of Fame, Shohei Ohtani’s GQ interview and some pretty fascinating takes of his on being i...

We start off the new year answering your questions about us, our favorite things, the podcast and the journey of getting it where it is today, our plans for The 3-0 Take Fantasy Baseball league in 2022 and more. We also discuss the Ken Rosenthal news, our thoughts on the best all-time baseball movies, respond to comments on our all-time lineup graphics and much more. Enjoy! MERCH: the30takepod.com...

We talk with play-by-play broadcaster for the Colorado Rockies, Drew Goodman, discussing the lockout and its potentially detrimental effects, his elevator pitch for Trevor Story for fans who want him as their team’s next shortstop, the Nolan Arenado fallout, if he could remember the Opening Day lineup from his first year broadcasting, his thoughts on Barry Bonds (and others) on whether they should...

We talk Gar Ryness, AKA the Batting Stance Guy, discussing the story behind the hobby, how it started, the places it has taken him, the process of crafting each stance, the teams and players that have requested his imitations, the not-so-well-known story of doing a stance for Derek Jeter, his favorite imitations, the difference of doing imitations for MLB players and regular fans, what’s next for...

We talk with Seattle Mariners Play-by-Play broadcaster Dave Sims, discussing his multi-sport background, how he found a home with the Mariners, an average day at the park as a broadcaster, how he creates his catchphrases, “that” viral call from the 2021 season, his thoughts on biased vs. unbiased broadcasts of games and how he approaches his calls, his self-restraint when it comes to ballpark food...

We talk with baseball icon and Big League Chew inventor, Rob Nelson, discussing the origin story of the famous baseball gum, his journey in the game, the successes and failed ideas with the Big League Chew brand, some of the craziest flavor requests he’s received (and attempted), the “paper shredder” rumor, what it’s like having his product in Cooperstown and much more! Enjoy! MERCH: the30takepod....

We talk about the headline free agency acquisitions from the past week, including Max Scherzer, Corey Seager, Javy Baez, Marcus Semien, Robbie Ray and more, as well as the latest playoff expansion proposal, MLB admitting to using two different types of baseballs during the 2021 season, the start to the lockout and much more. We also open the episode by commemorating our 250th episode and re-introd...

We talk preseason standings projections and how they compared to the final standings, season awards including Rookies of the Year, Comeback Players of the Year, Managers of the Year, Cy Youngs and MVPs, the latest signings and extensions and much more! Enjoy! MERCH: the30takepod.com/store

We talk the Atlanta Braves closing out the World Series in Game 6, the Astros not having much life from the start, Max Fried’s redemption game and close call at first, Freddie Freeman finally getting his ring (and when we should expect his contract extension announcement), the entire organization from top to bottom adapting throughout the entire season, what made this team so special down the stre...

We talk Games 3, 4 and 5 of the World Series, including Ian Anderson getting pulled after 5 innings of no-hit ball, whether Brian Snitker played with fire and got lucky, how he set the Braves up for the remainder of the series, Eddie Rosario’s questionable (and later redeeming) defensive plays, Zack Greinke outhitting Yordan Alvarez, Adam Duvall’s grand slam, whether home field advantage has serve...

We talk Games 1 and 2 of the World Series, including the Braves’ statement win to open the series despite losing Charlie Morton to a fractured fibula, everyone getting that free taco right away (and the issue with that promotion), Brian Snitker recognizing the trajectory of Game 2 and managing his staff accordingly, Houston responding with the bats, the “Jose Siri” play and which, if any, Brave sh...

We talk the ends of the ALCS and NLCS, how the Red Sox were in the driver’s seat and couldn’t finish the series, why the “they weren’t expected to make it this far” argument doesn’t apply, the Astros finding a way to flip a switch, Yordan Alvarez going on a tear and winning ALCS MVP, Dusty Baker proving why “presence” matters, the reigning champion Dodgers coming up short against the Braves, Eddie...

We talk the latest NLCS and ALCS games, including the two Astro blowouts against the Red Sox, Houston’s lineup finally figuring it out, the Laz Diaz missed calls (and why all the blame *can’t* be placed on him), the mysterious light in centerfield and more cheating allegations, some questionable calls from Alex Cora and whether the Sox can do enough to force a Game 7. We also talk Dodgers clawing...

We talk Games 1 and 2 of the NLCS, Atlanta jumping out to a surprising 2-0 series lead, Joc Pederson and Austin Riley leading the way, a fraction of Braves fans unfairly coming at Freddie Freeman, Dave Roberts overmanaging (again), Ron Washington capturing the baseball world’s heart, the first three games of the ALCS, how Carlos Correa made a massive mistake giving the Red Sox ammunition in Game 1...