The MLB is starting to implement its data collection and standardization rules to the MiLB. There are many pros and cons to doing this. Adding in these rules could be a great addition for the media surrounding the MiLB, but it could also make investments useless at the same time. The minors used to be a place for testing and growth, but how will these rules getting added change that? 

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The Chicago Cubs are close to acquiring Edward Cabrera from the Mets. The Rumor Roundup continues! The Red Sox are aggressively offering for Alex Bregman, the Mets are starting to look for a starting pitcher, and the Pirates are looking to get Eugenio Suarez. Plus, recapping all the baseball news and moves since early December.

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 It has recently come out that a player agent, Jim Murray, was banned for double-dealing with the MLB in 2020. What happened, what are the consequences, and what will happen in the future? 

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In this episode: Taking a deep dive into Kaleb Ort and how he is an example of “figuring it out.” Plus, breaking down WTF is Fielding Independent Pitching and how it adds into measuring a player’s ERA. 

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In this episode: Yankees half-century old facial hair policy changes. Sandy Alcantara is back on the mound for the first time since 2023. Also, the ABS Challenge system is now being tested in Spring Training. And more IL and contract updates!

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In this episode: Breaking down the 30 MLB rotations for 2025 based on innings, depth, and the Playoff 3. 

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In this episode: Exciting news about Paul Skenes! The Pirate ace is working on adding new pitches into his rotation for the upcoming season. Also, find out WTF is WAR: Wins Above Replacement, and how it breaks down a player's contribution to a team.

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In this episode: More Alex Bregman news! Bregman’s new contract with the Boston Red Sox is already causing drama. Rafael Devers does not want to DH and wants to keep his position. Giancarlo Stanton is hurt again…and may not be back by opening day. And, Mike Trout is on the move to right field. 

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In this episode: A deep dive into Stuff+ and how it changes the game for both pitchers and hitters. 

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In this episode: Breaking down the top 15 players returning from 2024 season injuries in the 2025 season!

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In this episode: Pete Alonso makes a deal with the Mets, Kiké Hernandez signs with the Dodgers for the FOURTH time, and Anthony Rendon will not be a starter for the Los Angeles Angels. 

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In this episode: You ask, Trevor answers! Overcoming nerves when pitching, pitchers staying in control, and players switching between teams.

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In this episode: Prediction comes true! Jack Flaherty signs to Detroit Tigers on a two-year agreement. More signing news: Max Scherzer joins the Toronto Blue Jays. Plus a look into Shohei Ohtani’s injury update. 

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The MLB general managers have started their yearly meetings in Las Vegas and rumors have already started. Bo Bichette might be on the move for shortstop and second base, Ketel Marte is being eyed by the Diamondbacks, and more. The meetings JUST started…what other rumors could come out of these meetings? 

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In this episode: Deep dive looking into Baltimore Orioles owner, David Rubinstein, wish for a salary cap in the MLB and 2001 Rookie of the Year, Ichiro Suzuki voted (almost) unanimously into the Hall of Fame.

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In today’s episode: Signing News! Anthony Santander FINALLY signs to the Blue Jay with a 5 year deal and Roki Sasaki signs to LA Dodgers with an alleged “handshake agreement.” The Dodgers also signed Tanner Scott on a 4 year reliever deal.

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Today's episode is devoted to Major League Baseball Ownership's boys club!

What do John Fisher, Arte Moreno, and Jerry Reinsdorf have in common? Well, they all have created losing organizations through their own combinations of greed, hubris, and ineptitude. 

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Today's episode:

• I get into the challenges of joining media after retirement.
• Pedro Grifol is fired after 21 straight losses. The White Sox were never going to be good, so what did Grifol need to do to keep his job? Let's discuss.
• On the "Book of Joe" Podcast, hosted by Joe Maddon & Tom Verducci, Jerry Seinfeld recalls an interview I did... but can't remember certain details.  Join the Discord! discord.gg/trevormay Subscribe to the YouTube: youtube.com/c/trevormaybaseball

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Today's episode:

• Paul Skenes starts an eventful all-start game
• The Home Run Derby isn't quite it yet, but I have found some great ideas for how it could be better.
• The Threes: 
  • Three players that I think will go off in the second half.
  • Three storylines I'm most excited to watch play out.

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Today's episode:

• Major League Baseball's too hottest teams face off in flushing. Both are surging, but why?
• Jurickson Profar makes no friends in Washington after a walkoff celebration isn't taken well by the Nationals. The debate is happening, so lets talk about it.
• Relievers are the Kickers of baseball. Evaluating their value is tough, as WAR doesn't like them and theyre paid the least by far on the team. So what should we look at when evaluating performance? I found a couple interesting ways that you may not have thought about. 

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Today's episode:

• Reid Detmers being sent down is the most recent head scratcher decision made my the Angels. Why do they always underperform? I have theories.
• The guys for MarineLayer join me to check in on the Mariners. Can they run away with the division?
• What is wrong with Corbin Carrol? 

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Today's episode:

• Angel has stepped back. Was he REALLY that bad?
• Jolly Olive joins me to discuss the Jorge Lopez comments and his immediate designation for assignment by the mets.
• The Royals signed Seth Lugo and it has PAID OFF big time. What is he doing so well and can he sustain it?

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Today's episode:

• MLB network is convinced that "pitchers are TOO GOOD!" Do I agree?
• Marc Luino, aka Giraffeneckmarc joins us to discuss The Mets' recent woes and the states of the NL East.
• Carlos Correa suggests that the umpires wearing the pitchcom may help even the playing field for hitters. I weigh the potential consequences and give you my opinion on whether or not it would work as intended.

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Free agency (most of the time) is a one time chance for a player to negotiate their own deals. Can more be done to fix this and create more opportunities? Plus answering the top 15 questions about Free Agency and the potential lockout. 

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Today's episode:

• The famous Ted William's "red seat" homer was most likely measure correctly at 502 ft. So now the question isn't IF but HOW he did it... and we may now know.
• We quickly touch on Marlins' Director of Baseball operations, Peter Bendix, comments about the team and his decision to trade back-to-back battling title holder Luis Arraez to the Padres.
• I give you my 5 "under the radar relievers" at the moment and why.
• Finally, we get into the uptick in catchers interference calls arount the league and what it all means.

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Today's episode:

• I found a recording I made on my first day of the Anxiety IL stint from last year breaking down the change in pitching statistics after 3 weeks of the rule change and share how I used these realizations to adjust effectively to find success again through the rest of the season. 
• We touch on Trevor Bauer's 14 strike out performance and his possible futures in the MLB.
• We check back in on Julio Rodriguez and break down Reed Garrets' elite start to the season in the Mets' bullpen.

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Today's episode:

• We found a study of the pitch clock's effect on arm injuries and it doesn't say what you'd expect.
• The internet reacts to Caitlin Clarks's rookie contract value. It's clearly not enough, but how does it get fixed?
• Julio Rodriguez has started slow, but there cause to be optimistic. I break down where his current struggles are coming from and what signs to look for that he is about to break out. Enjoy!

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This episode of MAYDAY...

Angel Hernandez is somehow getting worse, The 37-page Ippei Mazuhara Affadavit sheds all kinds of crazy light on the situation, and pitcher injuries are getting more prevalent, but why?

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Before the 2025 season, 11 bold predictions were made and now it's revisit and see how close each one was to what actually happened. Which ones were hits and which were complete misses? 

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The 2025 World Series is officially over - and it’s time to talk about it all. Looking into all seven games, going over key moments, and answering the important questions. Was that ball actually stuck? What is an 18 inning game like? Are the Dodgers ruining baseball? 

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Recapping all of the new player and management changes from during the playoffs. The Colorado Rockies are getting a new manager after losing over 100 games in the past three years. Padres manager Mike Shildt retires, Walt Weiss is favored to take over in 2026 as the Braves manager, and Tony Vitello takes over as Giants manager after Bob Melvin.  Plus, players and teams announced their options on who is staying and who is going. 

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 Free agency gives players the opportunity to negotiate their own contracts and determine their value. However, the road to free agency isn’t a quick one and it takes several years to reach. Unlike the NFL or NBA, MLB does not have a salary cap, and some teams, like the Dodgers, are handing out massive contracts. Should there be a salary cap in free agency, or should players have an easier path to qualify for it?

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The Toronto Blue Jays and Los Angeles Dodgers are fighting to win the 2025 World Series. Each team has their strengths, but they also have their own weaknesses. Which team will come out on top and snag the win? 

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A regular season game and a playoff game may look the same, but an approach in one, might not work in the other. From laying on the pressure to laying off the bats, there are some things that you can do in the regular season that just will not work in the playoffs. 

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The American League Championship Series are underway and  the Seattle Mariners, Toronto Blue Jays, Los Angeles Dodgers, and Milwaukee Brewers are all playing to make it to the World Series. Two of the teams have won the series in the past, while two have not. Which team will win the  ALCS and make it to the World Series? 

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For nepo-babies like Hal Steinbrenner, it is never enough for them. When talking about the Yankees spending, Steinbrenner mentions he doesn’t think they were profitable. The Yankees ARE making money, but is it enough for him? 

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The Wild Card Series has ended and it’s officially time for the Division Series to start. What will the future hold for the Yankees, Blue Jays, Dodgers, Phillies, Cubs, Brewers, Marlins, and Tigers? 

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The Marlins are going back to their little league days and calling pitches from their dugout. They have a whole sequence to get the pitch call to the pitcher, but is it effective and does it allow the pitcher to be able to shake it? There are both pros and cons to this method and it should be interesting to see how this system ends up going. 

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There is a new system coming for the ‘26 season and nobody can do anything about it. The Automatic Ball-Strike System will now allow teams to start with two challenges each and can be used by the pitcher, the catcher, or the batter to challenge a call. However, the teams only lose challenges that the umpire’s original call is correct. Will this system end up being a good choice, or will it not make any differences? 

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The MLB’s regular season is in its final week and teams are pushing to get to the post season. For one team to make it, another must lose it all. The Clevland Guardians are against the Detroit Tigers, and the New York Mets against well…everyone. The Mets have been down this season, but will there be any chance they make it to the post season? Or will they be left behind in the regular season? 

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The good, the bad, and the unfortunate from this past week. Clayton Kershaw announced his retirement. David Fry was taken to the hospital after taking a 99 MPH pitch to the face. Shohei Ohtani had his third straight scoreless game, but the Diamondbacks ended up winning with five runs after Ohtani left the game. Cal Raleigh hits his 57th home run for the year, breaking Ken Griffey Jr.’s record.  

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The man who was known as the most reliable closer, Devin Williams, has dropped off during the 2025 season. What happened and what caused Devin Williams to abruptly change? 

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Going over all the good, the bad, and the unfortunate from the last seven days. Shohei Ohtani pitched five no hit innings but Justin Wrobleski gave up four runs. The Dodgers were not able to catch the lead for the NL West.  Anthony Rizzo visited Wrigley Field and Eddie Vedder cursed on live TV at the Cubs game. 

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Relievers are making history and setting new records. Aroldis Chapman has gone 50 hitters in a row without giving up a single hit, making him the record holder for this stat. Looking at his previous stats, is he the best pitcher EVER? And will he be able to snag the Cy Young Award as a reliever? 

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Looking into my biggest possible playoff storylines. From the AL Wild Card to slugfests, what needs to be done for these teams to reach their goals?

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Description: Some of the recent free agent deals have left fans…confused. Players like Dylan Cease, Devin Williams, and Ryan Helsley are getting paid a shocking amount compared to their stats and years in the game. Are certain players getting paid too much?

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Our favorite stories from around the games this week! Connelly Early sets Major League Debut  strikeout record. Yoshinobu Yamamoto and Tanner Scott both lost no-hitters this week. Anthony Rizzo retires and joins as an ambassador for the Cubs. Bubba Chandler struggles in his first career start and “Phillies Karen” recap. 

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Going deep on rookie pitchers and whether or not they have the ability to sustain success. Plus, looking into where each pitcher has his strengths and what sets them apart from others. 

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