Bases, Barrels & Ballplayers

Bases, Barrels & Ballplayers

Our outlet aims to cover everything associated with MLB/MiLB professional baseball. The content will be capturing recaps of on-field team and player performances along with exclusive content to enhance your love of the game to new heights. Tune in to enjoy some quality baseball talk, Play Ball!

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December 22, 2025 71 mins
Hey there Ballers! Today, we discuss a flurry of moves that have gone down over the past weekend. Michael King stays in San Diego. A flurry of relievers find new homes for 2025. Brandon Lowe is headed to Pittsburgh via trade. International free agents finally land as their posting date deadline approached: Munetaka Murakami to the White Sox and Sung-Mun Song to the Padres. Phillies & Royals swing a reliever for reliever trade. ...
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Hey there Ballers! Today, we discuss a major week of moves across baseball. Pete Alonso has a new home in Birdland. Kenley Jansen is going to be closing things out in Motown. White Sox win the 4th edition to secure the 1st pick of the 2026 MLB Draft. We discuss the Rule 5 Draft before the flurry of transactions of new some faces in new places including Robert Suarez to Atlanta and Jorge Polanco to the Mets. Before getting out of he...
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Hey there Ballers, we got lots of baseball news for you! Today, we discussion former 2B Jeff Kent being elected to the National Baseball Hall of Fame this past Sunday. Later, we get transactional as the Mariners and Nationals linked up on a trade. Also, some major free agent news has come out as Winter Meetings are underway. Steven Matz is headed to Tampa. Kyle Schwarber is staying in Philly. Edwin Diaz is headed to the Dodgers. Fi...
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Happy weekend Ballers! Today, we explore the recent moves that have gone on as the Hot Stove heats up. Emilio Pagan returns to the Reds. Cedric Mullins is back in the AL East on a one year deal with the Rays. Alek Manoah seeks to resurge his career signing a one year deal with the Angels. Miguel Rojas makes it official signing a one year deal with the Dodgers in what will prove to be his final year in MLB of his playing career. We ...
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Hey there Ballers! Today, we discuss some major free agent moves that focused on bullpen upgrades as Ryan Helsley is headed to Baltimore and Devin Williams signed with the New York Mets. Later, we discuss the steps being taken for a buyout between the Angels and 3B Anthony Rendon to cement his retirement status due to the compiling of injuries. Finally, we conclude taking a look at 3 teams that can have a similar reverse of fortune...
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Hey there Ballers, I hope you all had a wonderful Thanksgiving! On today’s show, we discuss the trade that went down between the Cardinals and Red Sox as Sonny Gray ships up to Boston to join their rotation. Later, some major free agency develops, as Dylan Cease signs a 7-year contract joining the Blue Jays rotation. Finally, we conclude our show with our newest edition of This Player in MLB History talking about former 3B, Troy Gl...
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Today, we discuss the create of a new professional baseball league: Women’s Professional Baseball League and what we can expect from its inaugural season in 2026. Later, we jump into a trade that went down yesterday as the Mets acquired 2B Marcus Semien from the Rangers in exchange for OF Brandon Nimmo. Finally, we get to our Free Agent prediction segment discussing where the top pitchers on the market will head for this upcoming s...
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Hey there Ballers, we discuss the four players that accepted the one year qualifying offer. Also, as part of MLB Decision Day this past Tuesday, the Rule 5 Draft deadline has come and gone as we discuss some prospects protected from that December draft. Later, we discuss the new three year media deal MLB signed and what it means for the 2026 season. Finally, we pay our respects and honor LHP Randy Jones for this edition of This Pla...
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Today, we make predictions of where some of the top free agent hitters will sign and for what contract value. As we ramp up into the madness of the offseason, we want to make you all familiar of players that will be returning home or a new face in a new place. Play Ball!
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Hey there Ballers, today we discuss all the awards MLB announced this week including this year’s Cy Young and MVP winners. Later, we reflect on the careers of David Fletcher and Kyle Hendricks both announced their retirement this week. Finally, we introduce our first This Player in MLB History talking about former catcher Benito Santiago. Play Ball!
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Hey there Ballers, today we discuss who took home AL and NL Rookie of the Year honors. Later, we take a look into the dark side of baseball with an alleged threat to Bryce Harper and alleged sports gambling involvement with Cleveland Guardians pitchers Emmanuel Clase and Luis Ortiz. Finally, we wrap up talking about Munetaka Murakami being officially posted from Japan and free to sign with an MLB team along with updates from the Ar...
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Hey there Ballers, today we discuss the 13 players that received the Qualifying Offer. Next, we discuss the winners of the National League Silver Slugger Award at each position around the diamond. Later, we discuss two new managerial hires along with the Dodgers picking up the club option on 3B Max Muncy. Finally, we conclude the show with our first Mock GM segment focused on being the GM of the New York Mets for the day. Play Ball...
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Hey there Ballers, today we recap the conclusion of the season as the Los Angeles Dodgers are your 2025 World Series champions. Later, we share the announcement of the AL & NL Gold Glove Awards teams. Finally, we get started on the offseason exploring the hot trade candidates and free agents as it’s time to ramp up for the 2026 season. Play Ball!
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Hey there Ballers, today we recap what went down in the World Series for Games 3-5. Next, we provide a preview of what we can expect from tonight’s Game 6 as the Toronto Blue Jays are one win away from winning the World Series for the first time since 1993. Finally, we get caught up to speed on some managerial changes around MLB. Play Ball!
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Hey there Ballers, today we talk recap what went down in Games 1 & 2 of the World Series taking place between the Los Angeles Dodgers and the Toronto Blue Jays. Later, we provide a look ahead of what to expect from Game 3 tonight in LA along with the rest of the series and making some predictions. Finally, we provide an update of expectations for offseason content starting next week. Play ball!
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Hey there Ballers, today we briefly recap the memorable Game 7 ALCS matchup between the Seattle Mariners and Toronto Blue Jays. Later, we provide a preview for the 2025 World Series which will feature a matchup between the Los Angeles Dodgers and Toronto Blue Jays for baseball’s biggest prize. Play Ball!
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Hey there Ballers, today we discuss what went down in the NLCS as the Los Angeles Dodgers complete the 4 game sweep of the Milwaukee Brewers and advance back to the World Series in back to back years. Later, we discuss the exciting ALCS as the Mariners/Blue Jays continue to battle it out forcing a winner take all Game 7 tonight in Toronto. Finally, we officially announce the beginning of Gratzilla Media Productions. Play Ball!
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What’s up Ballers?! Today, we recap what has gone down in the National League and Championship Series. Additionally, we provide a preview of when you can expect to watch the remainder of each series and our World Series picks. Play Ball!
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Hey there Ballers! On today’s show, we discuss the conclusion of the Division Series as the Mariners and Brewers advance. Later, we preview the AL & NL Championship series along with completing our awards season for the efforts of MLB players during the 2025 campaign. Play Ball!
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Hey there Ballers, happy Friday! Today, we discuss two Division Series that have concluded and two that are still to be decided this week. With the Phillies and Yankees eliminated, what’s next for those teams? Plus, we dive into Cubs/Brewers and Tigers/Mariners along with giving our keys and predictions on who will advance along to the Championship Series. We provide as much info as we can about the two respective championship seri...
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