Explorez tous les épisodes du podcast SoxProspects.com Red Sox Podcast
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| SP Pod #329: Tales from Greenville | 30 Aug 2024 | 00:56:03 | |
Ian is back from Greenville and with Chris still abroad, he is joined by Editor-In-Chief Mike Andrews, to discuss his trip with the help of questions gathered from twitter. They start off discussing why Greenville is such a great place to visit and Ian’s scouting process. From there they jump right into discussing the players Ian saw, starting with Miguel Bleis and why even with his struggles, there are still things to like. After that, they discussed the very deep pitching staff, specifically what Ian saw with Hayden Mullins, Yodanny Monegro, Elmer Rodriguez, Blake Wehunt. Next, Ian talked about what he saw offensively from Mikey Romero and the recent draftees, Zach Erhard, Will Turner and Hudson White. Finally, they wrapped up with a brief discussion of Justin Riemer and a few more names who stood out. Got something to say? We love talking about what you want to hear about. Make sure to email us at podcast@soxprospects.com. Social Media Links: Love the show? Want to help us out while also getting exclusive goodies? Support the podcast by contributing to us on Patreon!
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| SP Pod #328: Big 3 to the Woo | 13 Aug 2024 | 01:29:51 | |
After months of speculation, the Big 3 are on their way to to Worcester. Ian and Chris had plenty to talk about on this one. Promotions! Reports from Portland! New rankings! A live commentary on Mickey Gasper's first MLB plate appearance! That and more await! Got something to say? We love talking about what you want to hear about. Make sure to email us at podcast@soxprospects.com. Social Media Links: Love the show? Want to help us out while also getting exclusive goodies? Support the podcast by contributing to us on Patreon! | |||
| SP Pod #319: The Great June Rankings Shake-up | 09 Jun 2024 | 01:28:34 | |
A rankings shake-up Although the big three remained in place at the top of the SP60 rankings in our June update (a surprise to some of you, apparently), nothing else remained sacred in our list of the top prospects in the system! Chris and Ian talked about Luis Perales' jump to number 4, Kristian Campbell's arrival in the top 10, Matthew Lugo's huge jump and Ovis Portes' stunning debut in the top 30. Plus yet another set of injuries at the MLB level and some more promotions! Got something to say? We love talking about what you want to hear about. Make sure to email us at podcast@soxprospects.com. Social Media Links: Love the show? Want to help us out while also getting exclusive goodies? Support the podcast by contributing to us on Patreon! | |||
| SP Pod #318: Promotion Season | 03 Jun 2024 | 01:23:47 | |
As we hit the two-month mark of the year, the Red Sox have officially hit promotion season. Chris and Ian discussed the most recent call-ups of Luis Perales, Matthew Lugo, Kristian Campbell, and more, along with the other news from the system. Plus, after noodling on the copious amount of "mid" at the MLB level, the guys cleaned out the email inbox. Got something to say? We love talking about what you want to hear about. Make sure to email us at podcast@soxprospects.com. Social Media Links: Love the show? Want to help us out while also getting exclusive goodies? Support the podcast by contributing to us on Patreon! | |||
| SP Pod #317: Let’s Talk About Pitching | 24 May 2024 | 00:44:49 | |
Ian is flying solo this week so he does a deep dive on several pitchers in the Red Sox system. He starts off talking about Bryan Mata’s rehab assignment and what his outlook looks like going forward and then how Yordanny Monegro has looked in the FCL. He then briefly talks about Richard Fitts and what he saw in Worcester recently, before going in depth on Luis Perales. He goes through the arsenal changes and what has allowed him to take that next step in his development and led to his imminent promotion to Portland. After that he dives into Elmer Rodriguez’s rising stock and what has worked for Ryan Zeferjahn so far. Finally, he wraps up with a brief recap of how the FCL Red Sox have done so far and including an impressive start from shortstop Yoeilin Cespedes! Got something to say? We love talking about what you want to hear about. Make sure to email us at podcast@soxprospects.com. Social Media Links: Love the show? Want to help us out while also getting exclusive goodies? Support the podcast by contributing to us on Patreon! | |||
| SP Pod #316: A Trip To Portland | 10 May 2024 | 01:42:47 | |
Chris H. and Ian got on the horn with a new set of rankings to talk about for the month of May! However, the guys first had to get through some news, and Ian brought some reports from sitting on a whole week in Portland with the Sea Dogs. To close, we had another batch of your emails! Got something to say? We love talking about what you want to hear about. Make sure to email us at podcast@soxprospects.com. Social Media Links: Love the show? Want to help us out while also getting exclusive goodies? Support the podcast by contributing to us on Patreon! | |||
| SP Pod #315: April Showers Bring May Flowers | 06 May 2024 | 01:02:50 | |
Ian and Chris Clegg get back together to wrap up the first month of the minor league season! They start off by reviewing the recently released FCL roster and then break down the top performers at each level during the month of April. They start with Greenville and discuss what Chris has seen there in the last few weeks including Luis Perales, David Sandlin, Bryce Bonnin and Kristian Campbell and then go through Worcester, Portland and Salem as well. Finally, they wrap up the show by answering your emails!
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| SP Pod #314: Talking About What You Want to Hear About | 28 Apr 2024 | 01:24:36 | |
Ian is joined by a very special guest this week as SoxProspects founder and Editor-In-Chief Mike Andrews joins to answer listeners' questions! Before getting to those, however, Ian and Mike discuss Brayan Bello’s injury, Ceddanne Rafaela as the everyday shortstop and Masataka Yoshida’s absence from the lineup. They also go over all the latest minor league transactions, including the three new pitcher signings out of independent ball, Adam Smith, Danny Kirwin and Michael Sansone. Next, they answer a bunch of listener questions from Twitter/X and wrap up answering listener emails. In those sections there was a lot of talk about the big three prospects and their timelines, thoughts on Matthew Lugo’s resurgence, the upcoming Draft and more! Got something to say? We love talking about what you want to hear about. Make sure to email us at podcast@soxprospects.com. Social Media Links: Love the show? Want to help us out while also getting exclusive goodies? Support the podcast by contributing to us on Patreon!
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| SP Pod #313: More Injuries and Early Reports from the Affiliates | 23 Apr 2024 | 01:01:40 | |
Ian and Chris Clegg reconvene to discuss more injuries for the major league team and what the Red Sox should do at first base with Triston Casas seemingly out for an extended period of time. Is Niko Kavadas an option or is an external addition necessary? They then breakdown all of the transactions since the last episode including Cam Booser’s incredible journey to the major leagues. Finally, Chris discusses what he’s seen in Greenville so far (Connelly Early, Dalton Rogers, Luis Perales, Kristian Campbell, Alan Castro and more) and Ian goes over what he saw in Portland (Wikelman Gonzalez, Alex Hoppe, Marcelo Mayer, Roman Anthony) and Worcester (Richard Fitts, Luis Guerrero, Grant Gambrell, Chase Meidroth, Nathan Hickey and Vaughn Grissom) to close the show! Got something to say? We love talking about what you want to hear about. Make sure to email us at podcast@soxprospects.com. Social Media Links: Love the show? Want to help us out while also getting exclusive goodies? Support the podcast by contributing to us on Patreon! | |||
| SP Pod #312: New Rankings, Same Defense | 14 Apr 2024 | 01:07:29 | |
After a strong start, the Red Sox have seen old issues crop up with injuries and poor defense fueling a losing streak. Ian and Chris discuss the injuries and what to do about the defensive issues that have plagued the team recently, especially at the shortstop position. They then discuss the Ceddanne Rafaela extension and if it was the right move by the organization. Finally, they wrap up by discussing the latest transactions and the new SoxProspects rankings that were released in conjunction with the start of the minor league season! Got something to say? We love talking about what you want to hear about. Make sure to email us at podcast@soxprospects.com. Social Media Links: Love the show? Want to help us out while also getting exclusive goodies? Support the podcast by contributing to us on Patreon! | |||
| SPPod #311: A Neverending Scary Story | 06 Apr 2024 | 01:21:01 | |
Guarded optimism from a 6-2 start and the excitement of the true opening of the minor league season gave Chris and Ian some positives to discuss on this episode, while the specter of Trevor Story's shoulder injury clouded the vibes with some talk of who might fill the gap at short. Just how good is this Sea Dogs lineup? Who are the top dogs on the A-ball rosters? Those questions answered and more on this episode of the pod. Got something to say? We love talking about what you want to hear about. Make sure to email us at podcast@soxprospects.com. Social Media Links: Love the show? Want to help us out while also getting exclusive goodies? Support the podcast by contributing to us on Patreon!
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| SPPod #310: Opening Day is Here! | 30 Mar 2024 | 01:09:05 | |
Ian and Chris Hatfield reunite to break down the end of spring training and the opening day roster. They then move on and discuss the Worcester roster which has a few surprises including Nick Yorke not making the team and Stephen Scott’s release. They also go through the rest of the recent transaction and Chris provides updates on injured players including Noah Song, Alex Hoppe, Nazzan Zanetello, Brooks Brannon and more. Finally, they end the episode by going through your emails! Players discussed include Ceddanne Rafaela, Kutter Crawford, Bobby Dalbec, Richard Fitts, Grant Gambrell, Nick Yorke and more! Got something to say? We love talking about what you want to hear about. Make sure to email us at podcast@soxprospects.com. Social Media Links: Love the show? Want to help us out while also getting exclusive goodies? Support the podcast by contributing to us on Patreon!
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| SP Pod #327: Trade Deadline Madness! | 31 Jul 2024 | 01:38:24 | |
With the 2024 Trade Deadline in the books, Craig Breslow showed that he was NOT afraid to make a deal. With a whopping 10 prospects dealt in five trades, Chris and Ian had plenty to discuss in this recap episode. Oh, and all the draftees signed, which is cool. Plus, your emails! Got something to say? We love talking about what you want to hear about. Make sure to email us at podcast@soxprospects.com. Social Media Links: Love the show? Want to help us out while also getting exclusive goodies? Support the podcast by contributing to us on Patreon! | |||
| SPPod #309: Boots on the ground in Fort Myers! | 26 Mar 2024 | 01:25:49 | |
Ian and Chris Clegg are back from the annual SoxProspects trip to Fort Myers with news from the backfields on a plethora of prospects. For the hitters, they go through a few guys at each position who stood out and then did the same with the pitchers based on projected starting level. Players discussed include Roman Anthony, Marcelo Mayer, Yoeilin Cespedes, Richard Fitts, Franklin Arias, Blake Wehunt and more! Got something to say? We love talking about what you want to hear about. Make sure to email us at podcast@soxprospects.com. Social Media Links: Love the show? Want to help us out while also getting exclusive goodies? Support the podcast by contributing to us on Patreon! | |||
| SPPod #308: Spring Breakout Game Preview | 15 Mar 2024 | 00:55:54 | |
Ian and Chris Clegg reunite to discuss the latest news from Red Sox camp, including Brian Bello’s extension and Ceddanne Rafaela and Justin Slaten’s strong performance so far. Next, they discussed the Red Sox roster for the spring breakout game and previewed the Braves’ roster as well. Finally, they wrap the episode up with a brief Spring Training trip preview and go through three players each that they are excited to see! Got something to say? We love talking about what you want to hear about. Make sure to email us at podcast@soxprospects.com. Social Media Links: Love the show? Want to help us out while also getting exclusive goodies? Support the podcast by contributing to us on Patreon!
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| SPPod #307: An Exercise in Allocation | 08 Mar 2024 | 01:28:05 | |
Chris and Ian are back together after a few episodes and jump right into the thick of Spring Training, talking about the recent transactions and the impact of the Lucas Giolito injury. They also discuss Ian’s recent article on the Red Sox draft strategy and how it has impacted the clubs ability to develop high end starting pitching. Finally, they close things out with your emails!
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| SPPod #306: Tell Your Neighbor Baseball Is Here! | 28 Feb 2024 | 01:07:49 | |
Red Sox Major League Spring Training games have started so Ian runs through some things he noticed during the first weekend of games and the recent transactions. Ian then sits down with Geoff Pontes of Baseball America to discuss some underlying metrics they look at with minor league hitters and pitchers and what those metrics show. They also discuss the key rule changes for the minor leagues this year, the reduction of the reserve list and the new complex league schedule, and the impact that could have on teams this year.
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| SPPod #305: Enter Sandlin | 22 Feb 2024 | 00:58:18 | |
With spring training ramping up, the podcast is back with a different lineup than usual as Ian and Chris Clegg are running things this week. We start off with some college baseball talk and then move on to discuss the Red Sox trade with the Royals where they acquired a very interesting starting pitching prospect. We also briefly touch on the signings of Liam Hendriks and Michael Fulmer, before going through what the top pitching prospects in the system need to do to take the next step in their development! Got something to say? We love talking about what you want to hear about. Make sure to email us at podcast@soxprospects.com. Social Media Links: Love the show? Want to help us out while also getting exclusive goodies? Support the podcast by contributing to us on Patreon! ---- | |||
| SPPod #304: Back for more in '24 | 11 Feb 2024 | 01:41:32 | |
After a month to recharge, the podcast is back... and so is Theo Epstein? After the offseason of our discontent, we finally got some good news after Winter Weekend seemed to present a low point for Red Sox fandom. Plus, there's a new batch of minor league free agents and international amateur signees to discuss, and as always, your emails! Got something to say? We love talking about what you want to hear about. Make sure to email us at podcast@soxprospects.com. Social Media Links: Love the show? Want to help us out while also getting exclusive goodies? Support the podcast by contributing to us on Patreon! | |||
| Pitch Clock, 12/30: Sale Trade, Giolito signing | 31 Dec 2023 | 00:43:21 | |
On today's Pitch Clock, Chris H., Ian, and special guest Chris Clegg discuss the Chris Sale-for-Vaughn Grissom trade and Lucas Giolito signing. Got something to say? We love talking about what you want to hear about. Make sure to email us at podcast@soxprospects.com. Social Media Links: Love the show? Want to help us out while also getting exclusive goodies? Support the podcast by contributing to us on Patreon!
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| SPPod #303: Slow, Slow, Slooooooow | 30 Dec 2023 | 01:15:55 | |
The offseason's long but so far it's been slooooooowwww.... sorry, we've probably been watching too much White Christmas, but even Bing Crosby and Rosemary Clooney would've struggled to find something to sing about the Red Sox offseason so far (of course, we recorded the night before the news broke that the Red Sox had agreed to terms with Lucas Giolito). Still, the guys tried to make sense of it all, as well as taking a quick look at the Tyler O'Neill trade, which went down shortly after our last episode. Maybe we just need to keep recording so that moves can happen a day or two later? Got something to say? We love talking about what you want to hear about. Make sure to email us at podcast@soxprospects.com. Social Media Links: Love the show? Want to help us out while also getting exclusive goodies? Support the podcast by contributing to us on Patreon! | |||
| SPPod #302: Verdugone, Rule 5 exodus | 10 Dec 2023 | 01:18:48 | |
At the last moment, the Winter Meetings gave us plenty to discuss. First, the Red Sox moved Alex Verdugo to, of all places, New York, with the Yankees sending three arms in return. Then, the organization lost NINE players in the Rule 5 Draft, while a tenth was traded in exchange for a pick in the Major League portion. At the very least, the club kept a tradition alive by selecting a Yankee in the minor league portion. the guys discussed the comings and goings, and then responded to your emails. (NOTE: this episode was recorded before the Tyler O'Neill trade.) Got something to say? We love talking about what you want to hear about. Make sure to email us at podcast@soxprospects.com. Social Media Links: Love the show? Want to help us out while also getting exclusive goodies? Support the podcast by contributing to us on Patreon!
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| SPPod #301: End-of-Season Rankings/Winter Meetings Preview | 03 Dec 2023 | 01:49:08 | |
The Thanksgiving break brought our end-of-season rankings, so Chris and Ian had plenty to talk about for this episode! The guys did a deep dive into the update, including the ascension of our new top prospect, Roman Anthony. Plus, the Winter Meetings are here, so we discussed the latest on the Red Sox' offseason and previewed the Rule 5 Draft. And as always, your emails! Got something to say? We love talking about what you want to hear about. Make sure to email us at podcast@soxprospects.com. Social Media Links: Love the show? Want to help us out while also getting exclusive goodies? Support the podcast by contributing to us on Patreon! | |||
| SPPod #326: Draft and System Review with Jim Callis of MLB.com | 29 Jul 2024 | 01:18:51 | |
Our friend Jim Callis was kind enough to come on the show and talk all things draft and Red Sox farm! He even took some of your emails, so listen in! Got something to say? We love talking about what you want to hear about. Make sure to email us at podcast@soxprospects.com. Social Media Links: Love the show? Want to help us out while also getting exclusive goodies? Support the podcast by contributing to us on Patreon!
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| SPPod300: Messed with the Drohan | 19 Nov 2023 | 00:54:31 | |
So it turns out the Rule 5 protection and non-tender deadlines led to a somewhat eventful week! First, the Red Sox turned some heads by declining to add Shane Drohan to the 40-man roster on Tuesday. Then, they swung a minor trade with Seattle on Friday in addition to non-tendering Wyatt Mills. Analysis of all this and some minor league comings and goings, plus your emails, await! Got something to say? We love talking about what you want to hear about. Make sure to email us at podcast@soxprospects.com. Social Media Links: Love the show? Want to help us out while also getting exclusive goodies? Support the podcast by contributing to us on Patreon! | |||
| SP Shorts Ep. 1: 2023 Rule 5 Protection Decisions | 14 Nov 2023 | 00:32:02 | |
Welcome to SoxProspects Shorts, Episode 1! We'll explain what it means further on the episode, but as for the matter at hand, Tuesday at 6pm is the deadline to protect players from selection in the Rule 5 Draft by adding them to the 40-man roster, so Chris and Ian hopped on to give their thoughts on who might be protected, who might not, and why. | |||
| SPPod #299: The Breslow-down | 31 Oct 2023 | 01:16:07 | |
The Red Sox found themselves a new Chief Baseball Officer, and it's a familiar face in former Boston reliever Craig Breslow. Since retiring in 2018, Breslow has worked in the Cubs front office - with some familiar faces - and become known as a rising star in front office circles. So what to make of the hire? Too soon? Was it surprising? The guys gave their thoughts on the hire and what it means for the team going forward. Plus some fall/winter ball talk and of course, your emails! Got something to say? We love talking about what you want to hear about. Make sure to email us at podcast@soxprospects.com. Social Media Links: Love the show? Want to help us out while also getting exclusive goodies? Support the podcast by contributing to us on Patreon!
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| SPPod #298: The Search Is On | 19 Oct 2023 | 01:23:55 | |
That's the search for the Head of Baseball Operations, of course. The search is on and the guys ran down all of the latest as the Red Sox try to find the next person to run the front office. Plus, the latest from the Arizona Fall League, transactions, and a look at the players for whom the offseason will be most important. Got something to say? We love talking about what you want to hear about. Make sure to email us at podcast@soxprospects.com. Social Media Links: Love the show? Want to help us out while also getting exclusive goodies? Support the podcast by contributing to us on Patreon!
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| SPPod #297: 2023 Season in Review | 06 Oct 2023 | 01:43:46 | |
After 20 years in review, we narrowed our focus to just this one, looking back at the season's best on the farm. We highlighted the SoxProspects.com award winners and all-stars as part of our position-by-position look back at 2023. Plus, we discussed the final month in Boston, the start of the Arizona Fall League, and remembered Tim Wakefield. Plus, your emails! Got something to say? We love talking about what you want to hear about. Make sure to email us at podcast@soxprospects.com. Social Media Links: Love the show? Want to help us out while also getting exclusive goodies? Support the podcast by contributing to us on Patreon!
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| SPPod #296: 20th Anniversary Special, part 2 | 28 Sep 2023 | 01:44:26 | |
Our celebration continues for one more episode, as the full SoxProspects Brass of Mike, Chris, Ian and James gathers to talk about 20 years of SoxProspects. Plus, Mike and Chris got on the line with former Director of Scouting Chris Mellen! Got something to say? We love talking about what you want to hear about. Make sure to email us at podcast@soxprospects.com. Social Media Links: Love the show? Want to help us out while also getting exclusive goodies? Support the podcast by contributing to us on Patreon!
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| SPPod #295: 20th Anniversary Special, part 1 | 25 Sep 2023 | 01:59:55 | |
Yep, that's right, this past week, SoxProspects.com celebrated its 20th anniversary! In Part 1 of our special podcast, Chris is joined by site founder and Editor-in-Chief Mike Andrews. The two discussed the origins of the site, the Forum, the News Page, the podcast, and more great stories from the site's history. At the end of the episode, they were joined by Baltimore Banner Orioles columnist and, more importantly, former SoxProspects staffer Jon Meoli to discuss his time at the site and his launch into the big-time as one of the best follows on the Orioles beat and the writer for Baseball America's Orioles prospect list in the Prospect Handbook. Keep an eye out for Part 2 later this week! Got something to say? We love talking about what you want to hear about. Make sure to email us at podcast@soxprospects.com. Social Media Links: Love the show? Want to help us out while also getting exclusive goodies? Support the podcast by contributing to us on Patreon! | |||
| SPPod294: Chaim Bloom Fired | 15 Sep 2023 | 01:23:18 | |
Sound the emergency podcast alarm - the Red Sox announced on Thursday they've parted ways with CBO Chaim Bloom. Chris and Ian got on the horn for an episode discussing the move, Bloom's tenure, and what's next for the franchise. (Production Note: Chris may not have had the right microphone on - apologies for the sound quality.) Got something to say? We love talking about what you want to hear about. Make sure to email us at podcast@soxprospects.com. Social Media Links: Love the show? Want to help us out while also getting exclusive goodies? Support the podcast by contributing to us on Patreon!
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| SPPod #293: A visit to Greenville | 10 Sep 2023 | 01:45:55 | |
Ian sat in on a full series down in lovely Greenville (thanks again for all your support, generous donors!) and has plenty to report back! Check in here for a full set of reports from the High-A affiliate, plus thoughts on Ceddanne Rafaela in Boston, Marcelo Mayer being done for the year, and your emails! Got something to say? We love talking about what you want to hear about. Make sure to email us at podcast@soxprospects.com. Social Media Links: Love the show? Want to help us out while also getting exclusive goodies? Support the podcast by contributing to us on Patreon!
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| SPPod 292: The New Normal of the Minor Leagues | 25 Aug 2023 | 01:04:21 | |
In the third season since the end of Short-Season-A as an affiliated level of minor league baseball, it's time for all of us to re-calibrate with regard to the levels of the minor leagues. Chris and Ian discussed what the aggressive promotion approach of the team, the views from scouts, and our own experiences tell us about the levels of talent at each tier of the minor leagues and what, as fans, that means. Plus, a look at the latest promotions, the situation in Boston (before two wins against the Astros, to be clear!), and your emails! Got something to say? We love talking about what you want to hear about. Make sure to email us at podcast@soxprospects.com. Social Media Links: Love the show? Want to help us out while also getting exclusive goodies? Support the podcast by contributing to us on Patreon!
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| SPPod #325: Measuring Up the 2024 Draft Class | 18 Jul 2024 | 01:29:21 | |
The 2024 MLB Draft is over, so Chris and Ian circled up to discuss the newest set of potential Sox prospects. What have we learned about how the Red Sox front office now targets amateur talent? What's up with the class being so college-heavy? Why are all of these pitchers so tall? The answers to these questions and more await! Got something to say? We love talking about what you want to hear about. Make sure to email us at podcast@soxprospects.com. Social Media Links: Love the show? Want to help us out while also getting exclusive goodies? Support the podcast by contributing to us on Patreon! | |||
| SPPod #291: August at the Ballpark | 13 Aug 2023 | 01:30:46 | |
We've got reports from Salem, Portland, and Worcester. We've got new rankings. We've got thoughts about the latest from Fenway. We've got your emails! Join us! Got something to say? We love talking about what you want to hear about. Make sure to email us at podcast@soxprospects.com. Social Media Links: Love the show? Want to help us out while also getting exclusive goodies? Support the podcast by contributing to us on Patreon! | |||
| SPPod #290: Trade(less) Deadline | 03 Aug 2023 | 01:11:55 | |
It seemed like this could potentially be a busy trade deadline... but then it wasn't. Chris and Ian broke down the relative lack of action, as well as the trades the Red Sox DID make, at this year's deadline. Plus, some minor promotions, your emails, and the penultimate Noah Song update. Got something to say? We love talking about what you want to hear about. Make sure to email us at podcast@soxprospects.com. Social Media Links: Love the show? Want to help us out while also getting exclusive goodies? Support the podcast by contributing to us on Patreon!
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| SPPod #289: On Deadline | 26 Jul 2023 | 01:26:34 | |
The trade deadline cometh! After discussing the close of the draft signing period, which featured no real surprises, the guys dug in on the coming week at the MLB level. It seems like the Sox are buying, so who might go? And for what? All that, plus another Noah Song update, an interesting signing from South Korea, and your emails! Note: we recorded this episode before Tuesday's trade of Kiké Hernandez. We'll discuss that deal on our next episode. Got something to say? We love talking about what you want to hear about. Make sure to email us at podcast@soxprospects.com. Social Media Links: Love the show? Want to help us out while also getting exclusive goodies? Support the podcast by contributing to us on Patreon!
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| SPPod #288: 2023 Draft Recap with Jim Callis | 21 Jul 2023 | 00:59:57 | |
Our good friend Jim Callis of MLB Pipeline stopped by for his annual visit to discuss this season's draft crop! Got something to say? We love talking about what you want to hear about. Make sure to email us at podcast@soxprospects.com. Social Media Links: Love the show? Want to help us out while also getting exclusive goodies? Support the podcast by contributing to us on Patreon!
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| SPPod #287: Re-ranking, Eye to the Deadline | 18 Jul 2023 | 02:08:41 | |
July is always busy, and the Red Sox have given us plenty to discuss. What will Chaim Bloom be looking for at the deadline? Who was involved in the latest batch of promotions? And what July rankings are Chris and Ian already thinking of updating, not to mention who are these guys jumping 20-plus spots? All of that, plus your emails, await! Got something to say? We love talking about what you want to hear about. Make sure to email us at podcast@soxprospects.com. Social Media Links: Love the show? Want to help us out while also getting exclusive goodies? Support the podcast by contributing to us on Patreon!
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| SPPod #286: Kyle Teel/Nazzan Zanetello Instant Reax | 10 Jul 2023 | 00:26:35 | |
Draft Night 1 is in the books! Here's the guys' thoughts on the Red Sox first two picks. Got something to say? We love talking about what you want to hear about. Make sure to email us at podcast@soxprospects.com. Social Media Links: Love the show? Want to help us out while also getting exclusive goodies? Support the podcast by contributing to us on Patreon! | |||
| SPPod #285: Live Looks Before the Draft | 07 Jul 2023 | 01:36:10 | |
Between Chris and Ian, we've got live reports at Worcester, Portland, and Salem to talk about! Plus, we've got a draft preview, thoughts on the latest promotions to Boston and Salem, our thoughts on basically everyone in the system being hurt, and what's next for the MLB club. Got something to say? We love talking about what you want to hear about. Make sure to email us at podcast@soxprospects.com. Social Media Links: Love the show? Want to help us out while also getting exclusive goodies? Support the podcast by contributing to us on Patreon! | |||
| SPPod324: First Round Instant Reax - Montgomery & Tolle | 15 Jul 2024 | 00:41:30 | |
Night one of the 2024 draft is complete. Listen in for Chris and ian's instant reaction to the selections of OF Braden Montgomery from Texas A&M and LHP Payton Tolle of TCU! Got something to say? We love talking about what you want to hear about. Make sure to email us at podcast@soxprospects.com. Social Media Links: Love the show? Want to help us out while also getting exclusive goodies? Support the podcast by contributing to us on Patreon!
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| SPPod323: Draft Preview with Geoff Pontes from Baseball America | 13 Jul 2024 | 00:56:26 | |
Ian hosted Geoff Pontes of Baseball America to preview the upcoming MLB Draft! Ian and Geoff started by comparing how the 2024 draft class stacks up to past years and discussing why the offensive numbers in the college game were so extreme this year. They then talked about the strengths and weaknesses of the draft class and some options for the Red Sox, including high school shortstops Bryce Rainer and Konor Griffin, East Carolina right-hander Trey Yesavage, North Carolina center fielder Vance Honeycutt, Tennessee second baseman Christian Moore, Florida State third baseman Cam Smith and Kentucky outfielder Ryan Waldschmidt. They wrapped by discussing which of the players projected to go in the top 10 have the best chance of falling to 12 and who the top Northeast players are in the class. Got something to say? We love talking about what you want to hear about. Make sure to email us at podcast@soxprospects.com. Social Media Links: Love the show? Want to help us out while also getting exclusive goodies? Support the podcast by contributing to us on Patreon! | |||
| SP Pod #322: July Rankings | 08 Jul 2024 | 01:40:24 | |
Chris and Ian welcomed Mike Andrews on for a three-man booth. On the agenda were a preview of what may be a hectic July for promotions, the July rankings update, and more. Plus, as always, your emails! Got something to say? We love talking about what you want to hear about. Make sure to email us at podcast@soxprospects.com. Social Media Links: Love the show? Want to help us out while also getting exclusive goodies? Support the podcast by contributing to us on Patreon!
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| SPPod321: Halfway There | 29 Jun 2024 | 01:28:53 | |
Ian and Chris Clegg reunite at the halfway point of the major league season to discuss the latest transactions, including Yoeilin Cespedes’s promotion. They then take stock of the breakout performers for the Red Sox so far this year and discuss how sustainable they think their performances have been. After that, they go into what Chris has seen in Greenville lately, including reports on Miguel Bleis, Jhostynxon Garcia, Blake Wehunt, and more! Finally, they wrap up by answering your emails! Got something to say? We love talking about what you want to hear about. Make sure to email us at podcast@soxprospects.com. Social Media Links: Love the show? Want to help us out while also getting exclusive goodies? Support the podcast by contributing to us on Patreon!
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| SP Pod #320: Coffey's Hot | 17 Jun 2024 | 01:35:07 | |
Chris and Ian discussed the past week in the org, including the promotion of Miguel Bleis to Greenville, the absolutely scorching streak of Cutter Coffey, the injury to Luis Perales, and more. Plus, Ian checks in with some Portland reports and the guys respond to your emails. Got something to say? We love talking about what you want to hear about. Make sure to email us at podcast@soxprospects.com. Social Media Links: Love the show? Want to help us out while also getting exclusive goodies? Support the podcast by contributing to us on Patreon!
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| SP Pod #330: "Yeah, they're doing very well" | 06 Sep 2024 | 01:35:53 | |
After a recap from Ian's week in Greenville, this episode features Ian and Chris reporting back from seeing Worcester, Portland, and Salem! Plus, thoughts on the DSL Red Sox winning a league championship and a bumper crop of your emails!
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| SP Pod #331: Rankings Talk with BA’s Geoff Pontes | 10 Sep 2024 | 01:22:37 | |
Ian is back to talk about September rankings with special guest Geoff Pontes of Baseball America! Ian and Geoff start out by talking about Roman Anthony’s ascension to the top of the BA Top 100, Kristian Campbell’s rise, concerns they have with Marcelo Mayer and Kyle Teel’s outlook. They also discuss how strong the top 100 is right now and discuss where the Red Sox prospects stack up against others on the BA list. They conclude part one by talking about a few players Geoff saw in Portland recently including Mikey Romero and David Sandlin. After Geoff leaves, Ian stays on to briefly talk about the Red Sox recent moves, including the call-ups of Richard Fitts and Luis Guerrero. Finally, he goes through the new SoxProspect Rankings and discusses the notable risers and fallers and why those moves were made. Got something to say? We love talking about what you want to hear about. Make sure to email us at podcast@soxprospects.com. Social Media Links: Love the show? Want to help us out while also getting exclusive goodies? Support the podcast by contributing to us on Patreon! | |||
| SP Pod #332: Talking about what you want to hear about | 22 Sep 2024 | 00:58:46 | |
Ian is joined by Chris Clegg to clear out the email mailbag. They answer questions about minor league park factors, offseason trades, the outlook for the Garcia brothers’ heading into 2025, Kyle Teel’s BABIP and more! Got something to say? We love talking about what you want to hear about. Make sure to email us at podcast@soxprospects.com. Social Media Links: Love the show? Want to help us out while also getting exclusive goodies? Support the podcast by contributing to us on Patreon!
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