The Baseball Insiders

We're playing another round of “Do We Buy It?”: Starting with the claim that Tarik Skubal could return far sooner than expected after surgery. Plus, the Rays somehow sit atop the American League behind a superstar-level Junior Caminero breakout, the Braves continue steamrolling contenders, the Brewers officially crash back into the NL Central race after stunning the Yankees, and a 6-foot-9 Mas...

Adam Weinrib, Robert Murray and Cody Williams break down the Yankees finally calling up Spencer Jones, the latest concern surrounding Roman Anthony and the Red Sox, Fernando Tatis Jr.’s bizarre home run drought, and whether the Rays and Cubs are actually built to sustain their hot starts. Plus, new MLB CBA conversations are already beginning behind the scenes. Chapters: 00:00 Welcome to Baseball I...

Adam Weinrib and Robert Murray are joined by Sports Illustrated's Ryan Phillips to unpack the uncomfortable Tarik Skubal conversation: what his injury means for his next contract, whether the Tigers should regret not trading him, and if there is still a path to keeping him in Detroit. Plus, the guys break down the crowded mess of under-.500 playoff hopefuls, which surprising teams could still...

Adam Weinrib and Eric Cole re-draft the 2025 MLB Draft through the lens of Bowman auto prices, looking at which prospects have exploded in hobby value, which names have slipped, and why one young arm is already changing the way collectors think about investing in pitchers. Plus, they preview how 2026 Bowman could shake up the market and break down the latest MiLB risers and fallers. FanSided's...

Are MLB’s early-season surprise teams actually contenders… or just hot streaks? Adam Weinrib, Robert Murray and Emma Lingan break down the Pirates, Reds, White Sox, A’s and Cardinals. Plus the latest on Joe Ryan’s injury and how it could shake up the trade deadline. Who’s legit? Who’s fading? And what moves could define their seasons? 00:00 - Intro 03:10 - Tarik Skubal to undergo surgery 07:32 - P...

Adam Weinrib and Robert Murray flip the script from early-season chaos to the teams actually thriving. They break down the Braves, Dodgers, Yankees, Reds and Padres, what each team still needs, and which deadline decisions could keep their hot starts alive. Plus, a bonus look at whether the Rays are for real and the latest on the Mets backing Carlos Mendoza. Chapters: 00:00 Talking good teams for...

The managerial chaos continues. Adam Weinrib and Robert Murray are joined by Sports Illustrated’s Stephanie Apstein to break down the Phillies moving on from Rob Thomson, Don Mattingly taking over, and why Alex Cora passed on the opportunity. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

FanSided’s Top 100 MLB Prospects list is here, and Adam Weinrib and Eric Cole are breaking down how it came together. They discuss the toughest rankings, biggest snubs, fast-rising names and which farm systems should feel best about the future. Plus, Travis Bazzana gets the call to Cleveland, Elmer Rodriguez heads to the Yankees, and Eric runs through this week’s biggest MiLB risers and fallers. F...

The Red Sox have stunned baseball by firing Alex Cora and overhauling the coaching staff just 27 games into the season. Adam Weinrib and Robert Murray break down why Boston pulled the plug so early, what happened behind the scenes, and whether this move was about far more than a slow start. They also discuss Craig Breslow’s future, what could come next for Cora, whether Chad Tracy can salvage the...

Things are getting messy in New York. Adam Weinrib and Robert Murray are joined by @brookeknowsball to break down Juan Soto’s strange return, the Mets trying to survive without Francisco Lindor, and whether the Yankees’ dominant pitching can carry a flawed offense. They also debate which last-place teams could still make a run before Brooke closes the show with a passionate case for why bunting is...

It might be early but the MLB trade deadline conversation is already starting. On this episode of The Baseball Insiders, Adam Weinrib and MLB insider Robert Murray are joined by Sports Illustrated's Nick Selbe to break down potential “sell” candidates who are already drawing attention across the league. Who’s most likely to be moved? Which teams could start selling sooner than expected? And wh...

It’s early…but not that early. The Mets have gone from 7-4 to 7-15, and the pressure is starting to build. On this episode of The Baseball Insiders, Adam Weinrib and MLB insider Robert Murray break down what’s really going on behind the scenes in New York, why Carlos Mendoza’s job security is already a talking point, and whether anything could actually force David Stearns or Steve Cohen to act. Th...

A major prospect extension just dropped, and the rest of the league may not be far behind. On this episode of The Baseball Insiders, Adam Weinrib and MLB insider Robert Murray break down the Kevin McGonigle extension, what it means for the next wave of young stars, and whether there is finally real movement in the Lucas Giolito market. The guys also dig into Garrett Crochet’s alarming velocity dip...

The Rookie of the Year race is already taking shape, but it is far from over. On this episode of the Baseball Insiders Prospect Show, Adam Weinrib and Eric Cole break down the early favorites in both leagues, including Sal Stewart’s fast start in the National League and Chase DeLauter’s surge in the American League, while also looking at why Kevin McGonigle still feels like a major long-term threa...

The Dodgers are dominating again, but how unbeatable are they really? Adam Weinrib and Robert Murray are joined by Sports Illustrated's Tom Verducci to break down LA’s process, the growing salary cap debate, and whether their run can actually slow down. Plus, early-season surprises, concern levels for the Yankees and Mets, the Pirates’ Konnor Griffin move, Paul Skenes’ future, and which teams...

Adam Weinrib and MLB Insider Robert Murray dive into the growing beef between the Toronto Blue Jays and Shohei Ohtani. Is Ohtani getting "preferential treatment" with his warmup time? Plus, we discuss Jordan Walker’s massive comeback for the Cardinals, the Rockies' historic bullpen run, and the devastating injury news hitting the Astros and Orioles. You don't want to miss Robert&#3...

On this LIVE episode of Baseball Insiders, Adam and Robert dive deep into the biggest stories around Major League Baseball with special guest Ryan Phillips from Sports Illustrated. Cubs & Giolito Landing Spot: We start with the fallout from the horrible Cade Horton injury news. Is there truth to the rumor that the Cubs may finally land Lucas Giolito? Would adding Giolito be enough to keep the...

2026 Bowman is getting closer, and it is time to start identifying the names that could define the checklist and the hobby conversation. On this episode of the Baseball Insiders Prospect Show, Adam Weinrib and Eric Cole break down the top prospects they most want to see in 2026 Bowman Baseball, from obvious chase names to more under-the-radar targets who could become major values. They also dig in...

The MLB season is already delivering chaos. One former top prospect just had a jaw-dropping performance, while multiple contenders are suddenly dealing with injuries, losses, and early pressure. We break down what’s real, what’s noise, and which teams should actually be worried just days into the season. Plus, a rising star continues to build momentum, and some early predictions are starting to lo...

It’s officially Konnor Griffin day in Pittsburgh, and it might be the start of something huge. We break down his debut, the massive contract buzz surrounding him, and what this moment means for the Pirates and their future. Plus, we dive into the biggest surprises across MLB so far, from unexpected breakout teams to early disappointments and storylines you didn’t see coming. Chapters: 00:00 Konnor...

MLB is changing in real time. Robert Murray and Adam Weinrib are joined by Sports Illustrated’s Stephanie Apstein to break down the wave of surprising extensions, what they signal about the future, and how teams are thinking differently about young talent. We also dive into growing labor tension, the potential for a major fight over league economics, and how technology like ABS is shaping the game...

Something strange just happened across MLB. Two top prospects signed massive pre-debut extensions, completely shifting how teams might approach young talent moving forward. We break down why these deals happened, what they mean for roster construction, and which prospects could be next. Plus, what this means for crowded depth charts and how fans should interpret these aggressive moves. Chapters: 0...

Opening week is already delivering chaos. We break down the growing impact of ABS after a controversial series, and whether baseball is closer than ever to a fully automated strike zone. Plus, a historic start from a rising star is turning heads across the league, while early struggles and surprising team dynamics are raising questions. From breakout performances to early warning signs, there’s a...

Opening Day always brings chaos, and the overreactions are already flying. We break down the early panic around Paul Skenes, the impact of the WBC on pitching performances, and whether any of it actually matters. Plus, a wave of young stars made a statement right away, with huge performances from baseball’s next generation. Is this the start of something real, or just Opening Day noise? Chapters:...

Opening Day is here, and teams are making their final calls. We break down the biggest roster decisions across MLB, from surprising call-ups to tough cuts that could shape the early season. We also dive into Pete Crow-Armstrong’s extension with the Cubs, the latest on Lucas Giolito, and key prospect decisions like Kevin McGonigle making the Tigers while Konnor Griffin waits. Plus, reactions to roo...