The Just Baseball Show

For the 20th episode, Jack and Peter open up the floor to answer all of the questions located in the "Q&A" button on the Tik Tok page (@justbaseballfans). The duo breaks down the first three picks of the MLB Draft, multiple early-season deals, early Rookie of the Year voting, and provides injury updates on stars around the MLB. Stay tuned for Sunday's episode where Jack will be joined by Co-Founde...

0:00-15:55 Peter and Jack are back to recap the week that was in baseball (Yankees vs White Sox, Rays & Padres Win Streaks, Cincinnati Reds Lineup, Vladimir Guerrero Jr, Potential Trade Chips + more)  15:56-19:31 (Honorable Mentions) 19:32-38:00 (Top 10 Catchers in MLB) 38:01-42:49 (Ending Thoughts) Follow us on Twitter @peterappel23, @jack_mcmullen11 Follow us on Tik Tok & Instagram: @justbasebal...

Jack and Aram are together for their true introductory episode. This week, the two welcome on longtime MLB TV/Radio voice, Josh Lewin. The three discuss Josh's history in the booth, his legendary partners, his newest ventures, his thoughts on the current game, and his approach to handling the mental side of life in the midst of chaos. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Peter and Jack are back to discuss the incredible amount of No-Hitter's being thrown, and why it's not a big deal, but is a big deal? The duo does a deep dive on league hitting and pitching stats, giving you their take on why hitters are at a massive disadvantage. They also play a minor version of "Fact or Fluke" on the current MLB stat leaders.  Follow us on Twitter @peterappel23, @jack_mcmullen1...

Peter and Jack are back and gas up Peter's (not) gambling advice. The two discuss a Padres' farmhand lighting it up in High-A, shout-out AL and NL Players of the Week, and then get into the big thing. The top 10 starting pitchers in Major League Baseball (with, of course, honorable mentions and ~honorable~ honorable mentions). Follow the podcast (@projecttheplate) on TikTok and Instagram, and foll...

Preview of what’s to come! Jack is joined by Aram Leighton, Co-Founder of Just Baseball, to discuss the new series that the two will be launching. A deep dive on the looming issues in baseball will come every Sunday, delivering on these same platforms. Peter and Jack will return as normal every Tuesday and Friday. Website Launch coming soon! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is a PACKED Tuesday episode, as Jack McMullen and Peter Appel sit down to discuss: Pete's Picks Update: (0:00-3:59) The Minor League Season Begins: (4:00-8:16) No-Hitter Talk: (8:17-11:59) Top 5 Relievers in Baseball Right Now: (12:00-29:52) Fact or Fluke Pt. 2: (29:53-47:26)  Follow us on social media:  Tik Tok, Instagram: @projecttheplate Twitter: @peterappel23, @jack_mcmullen11 See omnystu...

Jack McMullen's connection is brutal, which opens the door for Peter Appel to air out his frustrations and get his questions answered about his Yankees from the New York Post's Ken Davidoff. Topics include the catching dilemma, Jasson Dominguez, and a couple of guys returning from injury. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jack McMullen and Peter Appel are joined by the Locked On Prospects Podcast host, Aram Leighton, to celebrate the beginning of the Minor League Season. With no Minor League season last year, the Voice of the High A Padres (Jack) and the Host of a Prospects Podcast (Aram) have a lot to say on the matter. The Trio then plays a fun game called "Fact or Fluke," where they evaluate the Major League Div...

Happy Friday Baseball Fans. Matt Spiegel, Co-Host of Parkins and Spiegel and Host of Hit & Run on 670 The Score in Chicago joins the show to break down the Cubs' struggles so far and where the White Sox are headed this season. We dive into the players, the coaches, and the front offices of the two teams residing in Illinois. Peter went 0-3 yesterday in his gambling picks and is very unhappy with t...

A loaded Tuesday episode. Peter and Jack rehash another killer weekend of Dodgers-Padres, legitimize/de-legitimize Madison Bumgarner's 7 inning no-hitter, name three players that have been playing their best baseball in quite some time, and sound off on the home run dependency in Major League Baseball in 2021. Follow Project the Plate on both Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter @projecttheplate See omn...

Jack took an unpaid vacation day for the betterment of the program, so co-founder Aram Leighton steps in. Peter and Aram talk to former Major Leaguer and international baseball journeyman Nelson Figueroa about his path to The Bigs, his post-playing career, and the Mets' early season diagnosis. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Peter & Jack dissect the early playoff preview that was the Dodgers vs. Padres series. Jack pays tribute to Jay Bruce and tries to pitch Peter a new team to root for. The duo reacts to an ESPN Top 10 Pitchers article, picking between deGrom, Cole, and Bieber for best pitcher alive.  Tune in Friday as we welcome former big-leaguer, Nelson Figueroa! Follow them on Twitter: @peterappel23 & @jack_mcmu...

Peter and Jack discuss the teams and players with the hottest starts, and whether they are here to stay. They also evaluate some disappointing 2021 debuts, and why it might be time to hit the panic button.  Plus, "Something I Heard" is a weird one about aliens.  Follow on Twitter @peterappel23 & @jack_mcmullen11 Follow Tik Tok & Instagram: @projecttheplate See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy i...

Peter and Jack are joined by Katie Woo, The Athletic's new Cardinals beat writer. Katie gives a primer of the Cardinals production to this point, and the three dive into the Nolan Arenado acquisition, Dylan Carlson's Rookie of the Year possibilities, and the return to prominence of Alex Reyes. Follow Katie on Twitter @katiejwoo. New Episodes every Tuesday and Friday.  Follow us on Tik Tok & Instag...

This is a fun one. Peter & Jack are joined by the 3B for the University of Hawaii, Dustin Demeter. The trio picks their favorite undervalued player in each division, explaining why the guy needs more attention. Some of these names are not the "sexiest" picks in the world, but players you need to keep an eye on this season.  Plus, Jack takes over "Something I Heard" and Peter complains about his ar...

Jack McMullen is back! The duo sits down and analyzes the Opening Weekend of baseball, focusing on the biggest storylines; Shohei Ohtani's greatness, Gary Sanchez's fielding, the Red Sox dilemma, crazy velocity increases, the emergence of the Royals, and more. Sound not owned by Project the Plate in this episode comes from the R2C2 Podcast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jack McMullen is under the weather, so Peter Appel is joined by a longtime friend and third baseman for the University of Hawaii, Dustin Demeter. The two break down each individual game in case you missed a unique Opening Day. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Part Two of a Two-Part Gambling Preview -  Peter and Jack preview the 2021 season for all 30 MLB teams, predicting final win totals for each squad. The duo also breaks down the entire predicted playoff picture and picks a World Series Champion.  "Something I Heard" Segment (3:00 - 5:25) AL East (5:25 - 11:48) AL Central (11:49 - 18:36) AL West (18:37 - 25:31) NL East (25:32 - 30:01) NL Central (30...

Part One of a Two-Part Gambling Preview Peter and Jack are joined by co-founder Aram Leighton to dive into the best betting lines ahead of Opening Day. Today's episode features individual awards and statistical leaders. There is so much good betting value to look at here. Al/NL MVP - Favorite & Dark Horse (3:10 - 15:00) AL/NL Cy Young - Favorite & Dark Horse (15:01 - 23:34) AL/NL Rookie of the Yea...

Second Part of a Two-Part Episode where Peter Appel and Jack McMullen explain the idea behind Project the Plate while providing insight into the website they are building with the host of the Locked On Prospects and Locked On Marlins Podcast, Aram Leighton. The duo is giving away another $5.1 Billion in mock contract value to the best players on every NL team. Plus: New Segment called "Something I...

First Part of a Two-Part Episode where Peter Appel and Jack McMullen evaluate where the money is actually going in the megadeal (14 years, $340 Million) given to superstar Fernando Tatis Jr. We then evaluate each team in the American League and tell you who we think deserves 340 million dollars. It's very fun, we are giving away about $5.1 Billion in mock contract value. Plus: Injury News on White...