2023 Midseason Minor League Update: Prospect Risers, Fallers and Breakouts
Geoff Pontes and Kyle Glaser break down the first half of the 2023 minor league season, including the improved caliber of play, the best prospects they've seen, prospects trending backwards and breakout players to watch. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
1hr 2m Jun 22, 2023
1hr 2m
90th Percentile: Billy Martin of Slammers Baseball Discusses Japanese Baseball Devlopment
This week on the 90th Percentile, Geoff Pontes and Matt Pajak welcome on Billy Martin of Slammers baseball to discuss his time playing in Japan and the differences in baseball focused development between the United States and Japan. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcirc...
49m Jun 21, 2023
49m
Hot Sheet Podcast: Connor Phillips King For A Week
The Hot Sheet Podcast returns as Josh Norris and Geoff Pontes discuss the top players around minor league baseball last week. They discuss Connor Phillips, Ronny Mauricio, Spencer Jones and more. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
33m Jun 20, 2023
33m
Fantasy Podcast: Who Is The Most Underrated Fantasy Prospect In The Minors
This week on the Fantasy Podcast Geoff Pontes and Dylan White discuss a variety of players and topics. They start off with a discussion around Red Sox infielder Chase Meidroth. Followed by a discussion of Chase Hampton of the Yankees promotion to Double-A. A check-in on Emmet Sheehan after his MLB debut. A gut check on Austin Shenton and finally a discussion of who we believe are the most under...
1hr Jun 20, 2023
1hr
Hot Sheet Podcast: Jordan Lawlar Gets Hot
This week on the Hot Sheet Podcast Josh Norris and Geoff Pontes return for another week reviewing the hottest hitters in minor league baseball. Many familiar faces grace the hot sheet this week in Luis Matos, Christian Encarnacion-Strand, Yanquiel Fernandez and more. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands ...
31m Jun 13, 2023
31m
Fantasy Podcast: Players Skipping Domestic Complex Leagues
This week on the Fantasy Podcast, Geoff Pontes and Dylan White discuss Elly De La Cruz's callup and expectations for the remainder of the season, as well as some updates on their Tout Wars teams. The primary conversation centers around the recent rash of players skipping - or spending very little time in - domestic complex leagues. Dylan and Geoff discuss the Brewers Luis Lara, the Angels Nelso...
46m Jun 13, 2023
46m
Cape Cod Pod: Previewing All Ten Cape Cod League Rosters
On the inaugural episode of the Cape Cod Pod, hosts Geoff Pontes and Peter Flaherty discuss the rosters for the upcoming Cape Cod Baseball League season. Peter highlights names to know for all 10 teams, including some potential sleepers for the next few draft classes. No matter which team you visit throughout the summer, we’ll have names for your follow list. Support this podcast at — https://...
1hr 13m Jun 09, 2023
1hr 13m
College Podcast: 2023 NCAA Super Regionals Preview
Teddy Cahill and Peter Flaherty preview the 2023 NCAA Super Regionals. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
1hr 22m Jun 08, 2023
1hr 22m
Hot Sheet Podcast: Luis Matos' Renaissance
The Bear and the Parrot return after a week away, as Josh Norris and Geoff Pontes of the Prospect Team discuss the hottest prospects in minor league baseball over the last week. The names discussed include the Giants' Luis Matos, the Astros' Spencer Arrighetti, the Yankees' Chase Hampton and the Dodgers' Thayron Liranzo. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donation...
34m Jun 06, 2023
34m
Fantasy Podcast: Top 200 Prospects For Fantasy Update
This week on the Baseball America fantasy podcast, Geoff Pontes and Dylan White discuss the most recent update to the Top 200 Fantasy Prospect rankings. The hosts discuss players that made significant moves up the list as well as the biggest ranking deltas between Dylan and Geoff's rankings. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donations Advertising Inquiries: http...
53m Jun 06, 2023
53m
90th Percentile: Interview With Andrew Riddell Of Baseball Australia
Have you wondered how baseball development is handled outside of the United States? If so, this week on the 90th Percentile, hosts Geoff Pontes and Matt Pajak discuss the path for development outside of the United States. They welcome on Baseball Australia's National Player Development Manager Andrew Riddell to discuss Australia's recent success on the world stage. With the explosion of Austral...
51m Jun 05, 2023
51m
College Podcast: 2023 NCAA Regionals Preview
Teddy Cahill and Peter Flaherty preview the 2023 NCAA Regionals. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
1hr 7m Jun 01, 2023
1hr 7m
The Biggest Surprises And Disappointments of the 2023 MLB Season
Geoff Pontes and Kyle Glaser break down the first one-third of the MLB season, including the biggest surprises (Rays, Rangers), disappointments (Padres, Cardinals) and how many teams currently in playoff position will reach the postseason. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://...
1hr 11m May 31, 2023
1hr 11m
Hot Sheet Podcast: Emmet Sheehan Continues To Dominate
On this week's Hot Sheet Podcast, Geoff Pontes is on a solo flight as the Prospect Team is busy working on Top 30 updates. Geoff takes you through some of the names he chose for this week's Hot Sheet and why he included two pitchers with excellent fastball quality you need to be paying attention to. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donations Advertising Inquiri...
30m May 31, 2023
30m
90th Percentile: Velocity - Part Two
On the latest episode of the 90th Percentile, Geoff Pontes and Matt Pajak discuss the traits that portend velocity gains, ghosts of past drafts and the different styles of pitchers that add velocity. As a bonus, the opening offers a nuanced discussion of sandwich chains. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/bra...
45m May 30, 2023
45m
College Podcast: Checking In On Conference Tournaments
Teddy Cahill and Peter Flaherty check in on college baseball conference tournaments around the country. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
58m May 25, 2023
58m
Hot Sheet Podcast: Jackson Holliday Has A Week
This week on the Hot Sheet Podcast, we discuss Josh Norris' week at the yard watching Orioles prospect Jackson Holliday. After that, we mix in some talk about the battle for the No. 1 prospect spot on our Top 100 that is brewing, then close it out with some more chatter on this week's Hot Sheet, including Geoff gushing over the Guardians' Gavin Williams. Support this podcast at — https://redci...
45m May 23, 2023
45m
Fantasy Podcast: Is It Time To Panic On Underperforming Prospects?
This week on the Fantasy Podcast, Geoff Pontes and Dylan White discuss a handful of former top prospects who have encountered some struggles early this season in Gunnar Henderson and Grayson Rodriguez. Is it time to hold or sell on the two talented young Orioles? Later in the show, Dylan and Geoff discuss the three prospects in consideration for the No.1 spot in the forthcoming Fantasy Top 100 ...
30m May 23, 2023
30m
90th Percentile: Velocity - Part One
On this week's episode of the 90th Percentile, Geoff Pontes and Matt Pajak discuss pitch velocity. They dig into why it matters, how it provides pitchers opportunities, the narrow windows for success with below-average velocity and the command-is-king versus velocity-is-king debate. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redci...
44m May 22, 2023
44m
Draft Podcast: Questions About Second Tier College Pitchers
Carlos and Peter hop on the podcast to talk about the draft, with the episode focusing on college pitchers who aren’t currently in first round consideration. It’s a muddled group of arms with plenty of question marks. Who are the players they like in this range, who are they more skeptical of and who has a chance to push up draft boards in the final weeks of the college season? Support this po...
1hr 8m May 19, 2023
1hr 8m
College Podcast: The Final Regular-Season Weekend Of 2023
Teddy Cahill and Peter Flaherty discuss the final weekend of the regular season and the state of conference title races around the country. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
1hr 33m May 18, 2023
1hr 33m
Hot Sheet Podcast: Elly De La Cruz Is Out Of This World
Geoff Pontes and Josh Norris of the prospect team return for another week of the Hot Sheet Podcast, as the duo explore the top players in minor league baseball from the last seven days. Elly De La Cruz's case for the top spot in prospect rankings, Jack Leiter's return to form and the curious case of Orelvis Martinez are all discussed in this week's episode. Support this podcast at — https://re...
41m May 16, 2023
41m
Fantasy Podcast: The Roboscout Meets The Robocast
On this week’s fantasy podcast, Geoff and Dylan discuss Dylan’s recent upgrade to the Roboscout formula. Rolling in minor league statcast data saw some changes to the top of the Roboscout rankings and provided our hosts with more clarity into which performances have been truly legitimate in the early part of the season. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donations...
43m May 16, 2023
43m
90th Percentile: Finding Your Fit Part Two - Nick McLain, Arizona State
In part two of Finding Your Fit, Geoff and Matt sit down with Arizona State's Nick McLain. The younger brother of Cincinnati Reds infielder Matt McLain, Nick discusses his move from UCLA to Arizona State, the portal, the impact of NIL and more. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: htt...
47m May 15, 2023
47m
Draft Podcast: Where We Stand On Polarizing 2023 Prospects
Carlos and Peter talk about the most recent Baseball America mock draft and think about how crazy things could get in the middle of the first round this year. After that, the two look into a few of the most polarizing profiles in the class and try and decide whether they are on the low end or the high end for those players—and why they feel how they do. Finally, the two check in on a trio of ...
1hr 4m May 12, 2023
1hr 4m
College Podcast: Wake Forest At No. 1, Looking Ahead To Week 13
Teddy Cahill and Peter Flaherty discuss Wake Forest as the No. 1 team in the country for the first time in BA rankings history and also look ahead to Week 13 of Division I baseball action. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
1hr 24m May 11, 2023
1hr 24m
Hot Sheet Podcast: Marcelo Mayer Bounces Back Big
After a few weeks of stand-ins, the Bear and Parrot return, as Josh Norris joins Geoff Pontes to break down this week’s Hot Sheet. Some of the top performers include Marcelo Mayer of the Red Sox, Eury Perez of the Marlins, Masyn Winn of the Cardinals, Hunter Goodman of the Rockies and many more. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donations Advertising Inquiries: ...
36m May 09, 2023
36m
Fantasy Podcast: Roboscout Leaders For April
This week on the fantasy podcast Prospect Writer Geoff Pontes and our Lead Fantasy Analyst Dylan White discuss the news of the week including Bryce Miller's standout debut, promotions for a pair of strong performing prospects in the Astros organization and some unfortunate injuries to a pair of highly touted pitching prospects. We finish up the week with a discussion of the top performers over ...
44m May 09, 2023
44m
90th Percentile: Finding Your Fit Part One - Garrett Martin, Austin Peay
On the latest episode of 90th Percentile, we welcome Matt Pajak of Loden Sports as Geoff’s new co-host. In the first part of a three-part series called Finding Your Fit, we discuss the many pathways and options for amateur players looking to take the step to the next level. We bring on Garrett Martin, an outfielder at Austin Peay, to discuss his path and how he found his fit. Support this podc...
39m May 08, 2023
39m
College Podcast: Previewing Week 12
Teddy Cahill and Peter Flaherty preview week 12 in college baseball, while also looking back at week 11 and ahead to postseason play in just a few weeks. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
1hr 22m May 04, 2023
1hr 22m
Hot Sheet Podcast: Christian Encarnacionn-Strand Just Keeps Hitting
J.J. Cooper is joined by Geoff Pontes to chat this week's Hot Sheet standouts including the Reds Christian Encarnacion-Strand, the Cardinals Matthew Liberatore, the Rockies Sterlin Thompson and many others. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
35m May 02, 2023
35m
Fantasy Podcast: Prospect Promotions And Injury Updates
There’s been lots of movement on the farm over the last few weeks with top pitching prospects Tanner Bibee, Bryce Miller and others seeing promotion to the major leagues. Prospect writer Geoff Pontes and our lead fantasy analyst Dylan White break it all down. We discuss Bryce Harper’s accelerated return, Jordan Walker and Taj Bradley’s demotions, as well as Kristian Robinson’s return. Plus, a p...
51m May 02, 2023
51m
College Podcast: Recapping An Outstanding Week And Looking Ahead
Teddy Cahill and Peter Flaherty recap an outstanding week of college baseball and discuss what they expect in the week ahead. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
1hr 29m Apr 27, 2023
1hr 29m
Hot Sheet Podcast: Jackson Holliday Continues To Surge.
J.J. Cooper is joined by Geoff Pontes the curator of this week's Hot Sheet to discuss some of the top performers in minor league baseball over the last week. Much of the talk centers around the 2022 1st overall pick Jackson Holliday. Not only did Holliday lead the Hot Sheet for this week but news of his promotion to High-A broke just yesterday. Plenty of other players were discussed including t...
36m Apr 25, 2023
36m
The A's and Las Vegas, Fernando Tatis' Return, Pirates Start Hot And More
J.J. Cooper and Kyle Glaser go in-depth on the A's potential relocation to Las Vegas, including the odds of the team's success in the market and whether Las Vegas Ballpark is a suitable temporary home for an MLB team. Plus, a full breakdown of the early MLB season including Fernando Tatis' return, the Rays hot start, whether the Pirates, Rangers and Orioles can keep winning and more. Support t...
57m Apr 24, 2023
57m
Fantasy Podcast: Early Roboscout Standouts and Mailbag Questions
The Baseball America Dynasty Podcast returns as Prospect Writer Geoff Pontes and Lead Fantasy Analyst Dylan White talk the big news of the week, early Roboscout standouts and take your mailbag questions. We talk Fernando Tatis Jr.'s return, Taj Bradley, Mason Miller and Zach Neto callups as well as early standouts like Junior Caminero, Andrew Abbott, Evan Carter, Samuel Basallo and more. Suppo...
1hr 3m Apr 21, 2023
1hr 3m
College Podcast: Looking Ahead To Week 10
Teddy Cahill and Peter Flaherty look ahead to Week 10 of college baseball action and take a look back at the juicy week that was last week. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
1hr 18m Apr 20, 2023
1hr 18m
Prospect Podcast: Mason Miller Is Headed To The Majors
This week's No. 1 entry on the Prospect Hot Sheet is A's righthander Mason Miller. On today's Prospect Podcast, Josh Norris and JJ Cooper discuss why Miller is one of the most fascinating and higher variance prospects to reach the majors this month. Also, Josh talks about Red Sox outfield prospects and shares other insights from his early season travels. Support this podcast at — https://redci...
28m Apr 19, 2023
28m
College Podcast: Talking Week 9 Of The Season
Teddy Cahill and Peter Flaherty discuss the disjointed week that was in college baseball last week and look ahead to the ninth week of action. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
1hr 17m Apr 13, 2023
1hr 17m
Hot Sheet Podcast: Matthew Liberatore Impresses
Josh Norris and Geoff Pontes of Baseball America's Prospect Team return from their winter hibernation with the first Hot Sheet Podcast of the season. This week, Geoff and Josh discuss Matthew Liberatore's impressive opening week, as well as a handful of others featured on this week's Hot Sheet. The Bear and The Parrot have returned. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-amer...
36m Apr 11, 2023
36m
Fantasy Podcast: Week One Of MILB Names To Know
The first week of the full MilB schedule is in the books and there's plenty to discuss in the world of fantasy baseball. In a week packed with injuries in the major leagues Prospect Writer Geoff Pontes and Lead Fantasy Analyst Dylan White have lots to cover. Who are the names to target as replacements and which prospects are getting early buzz? This week's show is chock full of early risers and...
54m Apr 11, 2023
54m
MLB Week One In Review And Minor League Season Preview
Geoff Pontes and Kyle Glaser break down the first week of MLB play, including early thoughts on the pitch clock, if there is such a thing as games being too short and which teams' hot (or cold) starts are for real. Plus, they look ahead to Opening Day at Double-A, High-A and Low-A and preview the players and storylines they're keeping a close eye on. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle...
1hr 3m Apr 06, 2023
1hr 3m
Fantasy Podcast: 2023 Prospect Breakout Teams
With the full minor league season about to begin, Geoff Pontes and lead fantasy analyst Dylan White discuss their prospect breakout teams for 2023 as well as recent news and notes impacting all formats of fantasy baseball. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/pri...
43m Apr 05, 2023
43m
College Podcast: Midseason Surprises And Disappointments
Teddy Cahill and Peter Flaherty discuss midseason surprises and disappointments, take a look back at the LSU/Tennessee series and look ahead to this weekend's top series. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
1hr 9m Apr 05, 2023
1hr 9m
Prospects Podcast with Josh Norris and JJ Cooper
Josh Norris just finished a blitz around the back fields of spring training in Arizona. He saw prospects from all 15 clubs who train out West. On today's podcast, he gives a sneak peek at what he saw, including a loaded Dodgers camp, a 16-year-old spring sensation and some prospects having a day to remember against a big league star. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-ame...
35m Apr 04, 2023
35m
Prospects Podcast With JJ Cooper, Geoff Pontes and Special Guest James Wood
Geoff Pontes is just back from a swing around the back fields, and he's ready to share what he saw with our podcast listeners. This is especially useful if you are an Astros, Cardinals, Mets, Nationals or Marlins fan. And after Geoff empties his notebook, we also are joined by a special guest. Outfielder James Wood is the No. 1 prospect in the Nationals organization. He talks about being trade...
1hr 1m Apr 02, 2023
1hr 1m
College Podcast: Previewing LSU/Tennessee
Teddy Cahill and Peter Flaherty preview the blockbuster SEC series between LSU and Tennessee, and also take a look at what else is happening around college baseball. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
59m Mar 30, 2023
59m
Fantasy Podcast: Tout Wars Recap and Rookies Breaking Camp
Geoff Pontes and Lead Fantasy Analyst Dylan White discuss Geoff's recent Tout Wars Auction. Before diving into potential early FAAB buys and rookies breaking camp with their respective clubs. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
1hr 6m Mar 28, 2023
1hr 6m
College Podcast: Conference Play In Full Swing
Teddy Cahill and Peter Flaherty discuss conference play around the country, a Top 25 rankings shakeup and plenty more in college baseball action. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
1hr 1m Mar 23, 2023
1hr 1m
World Baseball Classic Semifinals Recap And Championship Game Preview
J.J. Cooper, Kyle Glaser and Geoff Pontes break down the wild WBC semifinal between Japan and Mexico, including thoughts on Roki Sasaki, Munetaka Murakami and Masataka Yoshida, the impact of Mexico's run on the country and Randy Arozarena's superstar performance. Plus, a look ahead at tonight's championship game between Japan and Team USA, including two subtle advantages that may give Team USA ...
1hr Mar 21, 2023
1hr