The Baseball Insiders

Opening Day is almost here, and the next wave of talent is ready to take center stage. We break down five of the most important prospect storylines to follow across both the majors and minors as the 2026 season begins. From high-upside talents to players on the verge of breakout seasons, these are the names and situations that could define the future of multiple organizations. Plus, a quick debate...

Adam Weinrib sits down with former San Francisco Giants star Hunter Pence, who’s set to join CC Sabathia on Netflix for MLB Opening Night between the New York Yankees and Giants. They break down the Dodgers dominance, Team USA’s World Baseball Classic loss & the potential for San Fran’s new manager. --- SUBSCRIBE to The Moonshot, our weekly baseball email newsletter, where the FanSided MLB tea...

Opening Day is almost here, and it’s time for full season predictions. We break down every division, debate the toughest calls, and predict which teams will make the playoffs without holding anything back. From surprise contenders to expected powerhouses, we go league by league before locking in our World Series picks. Who’s in, who’s out, and which teams are about to shock the baseball world? ---...

Adam Weinrib and Robert Murray break down their 2026 MLB award picks ahead of Opening Day! Who will take AL & NL MVP, Cy Young, Manager of the Year, and Rookie of the Year honors? Plus, get their dark horse picks you won’t see coming. --- SUBSCRIBE to The Moonshot, our weekly baseball email newsletter, where the FanSided MLB team, including Robert Murray, break down all the biggest stories in...

Team USA came up short again in the World Baseball Classic and this time, it felt inevitable. Adam and Robert break down Venezuela’s historic 3-2 win over Team USA, including Bryce Harper’s late heroics, Eduardo Rodríguez’s dominant performance, and why the U.S. lineup never found its rhythm. They also dive into what this loss means for Team USA moving forward, whether the WBC format could change,...

The World Baseball Classic has delivered one of its wildest finishes yet. Team USA survived a tense semifinal against the Dominican Republic, winning 2-1 thanks to clutch home runs from Gunnar Henderson and Roman Anthony and a dominant bullpen performance. Meanwhile, the defending champions are gone. Venezuela shocked Japan with an 8-5 upset to eliminate the tournament favorites and set up a semif...

The World Baseball Classic delivered another wave of drama. We break down the controversy surrounding Team USA manager Mark DeRosa and the confusion that may have cost the team. We also dive into the awkward Cal Raleigh and Randy Arozarena handshake moment that has people around the league wondering if there is real tension brewing in Seattle. Plus, the Phillies lock up Jesus Luzardo with a major...

The World Baseball Classic is turning into a prospect spotlight, and Adam Weinrib and Eric Cole are here to sort through the names you need to know. They break down Lucas Ramirez’s big moment, Joseph Contreras introducing himself against Aaron Judge, and whether Najer Victor is a real sleeper or just a perfect one-night showcase story. Plus, they get into Andrew Fischer, Jac Caglianone, Konnor Gri...

The World Baseball Classic is already producing drama and unexpected storylines. We break down Zack Littell landing with the Nationals, Tarik Skubal’s surprising WBC situation, and the biggest tournament moments so far. Plus, Masataka Yoshida’s huge performance for Japan has people wondering if his trade value is rising for the Red Sox. We also highlight breakout players and under the radar names...

Adam Weinrib and MLB Insider Robert Murray break down the latest on Andrew McCutchen’s potential Rangers move, Jeremy Peña’s injury impact on the Astros, and what’s really happening with Roki Sasaki. Plus, early WBC stars like Travis Bazzana are making waves. 00:00 - Intro 02:40 - Andrew McCutchen to the RANGERS? 14:48 - Jeremy Peña’s finger fracture 18:13 - Concerned about Roki Sasaki? --- SUBSCR...

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The World Baseball Classic is here and that means opportunity. With stars leaving camp, top prospects are getting extended runway to make real Opening Day cases. Adam Weinrib and prospect guru Eric Cole break down Konnor Griffin’s surge, Kevin McGonigle’s path, and JJ Wetherholt’s chances as roster doors crack open. Plus, a deep dive into the Yankees’ trio of electric arms, Emmanuel Rodriguez’s Tw...

The Cardinals made a major call by extending Oli Marmol through 2029, but what does it really signal about their long-term plan? We break down whether this reflects real belief from the front office or simply a bridge to something bigger. Plus, the Royals continue adding talent with Starling Marte, Kevin McGonigle is surging in Tigers camp, and the Phillies’ rotation picture remains unsettled behi...

Max Scherzer is off the board and back with the Blue Jays! Adam Weinrib and FanSided MLB insider Robert Murray break down how the reunion came together and what Toronto is expecting in 2026. Then we hit the Yankees adding Randal Grichuk on a minor-league deal and what it means for the bench and Jasson Domínguez. Plus: why it’s getting weird that pitchers like Zack Littell and Lucas Giolito are sti...

Spring Training is rolling, extension rumors are quietly brewing, and there’s already plenty to talk about. In this episode, we break down five players who feel like prime extension candidates, whether their teams should lock them up now, and what the market could look like if they wait. We also spotlight early Spring Training standouts, separating real indicators from small-sample noise. Then we...

Which MLB teams actually won the offseason? In this episode, Robert Murray breaks down the 10 teams that made the strongest moves this winter, from the obvious heavyweights to a few surprise risers. It’s not just about splashy signings; it’s about roster construction, depth, and long-term positioning. At the end of the show, we address the ongoing buzz around Minnesota and explain why the Twins ar...

Spring training games are finally here and they don’t count, but they absolutely matter. Adam Weinrib and FanSided MLB insider Robert Murray (boots on the ground in Arizona) break down what to watch over the next month: the prospects we’re about to overreact to, the position battles that will shape Opening Day rosters, and the new faces in new places that will define camp. Then we dig into the pro...

Major news rocked baseball this week as Tony Clark suddenly stepped down as head of the MLB Players Association under a cloud of controversy. On this episode of The Baseball Insiders, Adam Weinrib and MLB insider Robert Murray break down how players reacted behind the scenes and what this leadership shakeup means as the league inches toward a likely lockout. With negotiations already tense, does i...

Spring Training is officially here, and early camp storylines are already reshaping roster battles across baseball. Adam Weinrib and prospect guru Eric Cole break down the Braves’ sudden rotation openings, why JR Ritchie could be pushed into real innings immediately, and how Atlanta might weigh internal options vs. late free-agent pitching depth. Then it’s off to Yankees camp, where Carlos LaGrang...

Spring Training has arrived, but the February free-agent market is still moving, especially for pitchers who still don’t have a home. Adam Weinrib and MLB insider Robert Murray break down the latest on Zac Gallen’s situation (and which teams still make sense), plus a few under-the-radar arms to watch as camps open. Then they dive into the ugly Nick Castellanos ending in Philadelphia, why teams wai...

Justin Verlander is back in Detroit, and the pitching market just got even more fascinating. On this episode of The Baseball Insiders, Adam Weinrib and MLB insider Robert Murray break down when the Tigers reunion started to feel real, what Verlander’s return means for a suddenly loaded Detroit rotation, and whether the Tigers now boast one of the deepest staffs in baseball. The guys also dive into...

The Baseball Insiders Prospect Show is back with a deep dive into one of the most puzzling trades of the offseason. Adam Weinrib and Eric Cole break down why the Red Sox moved quickly to acquire Caleb Durbin, what he actually brings to Boston, and why the Brewers may have cut bait too early on a Rookie of the Year finalist. Plus: pressure mounts on Jett Williams and Cooper Pratt, and we debate Kyl...

The World Baseball Classic rosters are officially out, and the debate is already heating up. On this episode of The Baseball Insiders, Adam Weinrib is joined by special guest Jessica Kleinschmidt to break down the biggest WBC storylines, which teams should be considered favorites, and what to watch as the tournament approaches. The conversation then shifts to the MLB offseason, including which tea...

Spring training is basically here, which means prospect roster battles are about to get real. On this episode of the Baseball Insiders Prospect Show, Adam Weinrib and Eric Cole run through five prospects who could legitimately compete for Opening Day roster spots (or force early-season call-ups), including Kevin McGonigle and Detroit’s win-now push, Brendan Sproat and the Brewers’ pitching machine...

The Brendan Donovan trade is finally real and it’s a weird, layered return with a three-team twist, prospects, and draft capital. So… did the Cardinals actually get fair value from Seattle? Or did they cash out too early instead of waiting for the deadline? Plus: Framber Valdez heads to the Tigers after the Pirates rumors, and Boston’s next move after missing on Donovan (Matt Shaw? IKF as the “las...