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Baseball America

Baseball America
College Baseball
Baseball America
Major League Baseball
Baseball
MLB Draft
Player Development
UCLA
Fantasy Baseball
Minor League Baseball
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Colorado Rockies
Pitching
Cleveland Guardians
World Baseball Classic
Minnesota Twins
High School Baseball
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Roch Cholowsky
Texas Rangers
Detroit Tigers

Baseball America delivers baseball news you can't get anywhere else. Covering the game from a player-development point of view, the staff of BA will deliver its take on what's going on in the world of baseball every week on its podcast, analyzing the game from the majors and minors--with an emphasis on prospects--through our unparalleled college and high school coverage.

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In the second series of our draft lookbacks, JJ and Carlos go back to the 2018 draft. How has the class aged? Who are the standout picks? Which teams picked smartly and which would rather have a do-over? What are the lessons we can learn?

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This week on the Baseball America fantasy podcast, James Anderson and Geoff Pontes get ready for the release of our upcoming First-Year Player Draft rankings next week. We discuss 15 players of note, hitting on pros and cons of each profile, who we t... more

The Arizona Fall League rosters have been released, and we have the analysis of who are the prospects to watch. Josh Norris and JJ Cooper have the breakdown.

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On this week's Hot Sheet Show, J.J. Cooper, Geoff Pontes and Josh Norris get set for the Arizona Fall League with a breakdown of the 2026 initial rosters released on Tuesday. Check out BA's complete AFL coverage for full rosters, schedule information... more

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Recent Guests

Daniel Jackson
Golden Spikes Award winner, Georgia standout catcher, pro prospect with Colorado Rockies
Colorado Rockies
Episode: Rockies' Daniel Jackson Joins & Standout DSL Prospects| Hot Sheet Show Ep. 120
Lance Brozdowski
Prospect analyst and writer discussed in-depth on the show
Baseball America / BA Prospect Analysis
Episode: Fantasy Podcast: Breaking Down Pitching Prospects With Lance Brozdowski
Brian Spradlin
Manager Game Preservation and Marketing for Florida Operations for the Pirates (Bradenton complex)
Pittsburgh Pirates
Episode: How To Build A Better Baseball Broadcast
Jack Harris
California Post Dodgers reporter
California Post
Episode: Prospect Podcast: Winners, Losers & Biggest Hauls From The Trade Deadline
Ian Cundall
BA prospect evaluator/scout attending from nearby location
Baseball America
Episode: MLB Draft Prospects We're Not Sleeping On For 2026 | Hot Sheet Show Ep. 113
Josh Norris
Guest analyst on-site at the draft combine
Baseball America
Episode: Prospect Podcast: Prospects Bouncing Back
Jacob Rudner
College baseball expert specializing in college perspectives on MLB draft changes
Baseball America
Episode: Draft Podcast: Analyzing MLB's Plan To Alter The MLB Draft
Luis De La Torre
Giants left-handed pitching prospect
San Francisco Giants
Episode: Giants LHP Luis De La Torre Joins & MLB Prospect Promotions To Know | Hot Sheet Show Ep. 110
Karson Milbrandt
Marlins pitcher, minor leaguer
Miami Marlins
Episode: New Top 30s, Karson Milbrandt Joins & More | Hot Sheet Show Ep. 106

Hosts

Jacob Rudner
Host of Baseball America Hot Sheet Show
JJ Cooper
Host/Co-host on Baseball America content; multiple show roles including draft and prospect podcasts
Geoff Pontes
Co-host on multiple Baseball America podcasts including Hot Sheet and Fantasy
Ian Cundall
Co-host and analyst on Baseball America Prospect/Hot Sheet content

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 644 ratings
  • Great show + pronunciation

    Always a must listen when BA drops a pod!

    For the host on the last pod who wanted to know, Tomas Valinčius should be pronounced TO-mas (o sound same as in “Go”) Va-LIN-chus (the “u” sound the same as “book”).

    Kind of depends on if the C is actually a Č or not (the little carrot on top makes it a Ch sound). If it’s just a regular C, it would be Va-LIN-see-yus (u as in “Book”)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Danius C
    United States2 months ago
  • The best mlb draft and prospect content !!

    Simply the best Draft, Prospect and College scouting content in their magazine, app and podcast. I don't always agree with their takes but it's always must read and listen if you want to know next wave of players.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jims iTunes Account
    United States2 months ago
  • Best Source for Baseball Content

    This show is great at what they do! They cover all information around the sport of baseball. In addition, they have a wide variety of guests to give their expert opinions.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mriahj
    United States4 months ago
  • Excellent show

    This show is very entraining and engaging, won’t disappoint you!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Andrea Boutros
    United States4 months ago
  • Prospect Info

    If you needed prospect info on college baseball, this is the place to be!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rcuppernull11
    United States4 months ago

Listeners Say

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Prospect-focused insights are highly valued by listeners.
Some listeners critique audio quality but still value the content.
Quality of analysis and guest variety are strengths, with strong praise for BA's coverage.
Regular fans appreciate the depth on college, drafting, and minor-league developments.

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#53
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#11
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#26
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#62
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#68
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

September Call-Ups And Rookie Of The Year Races | Hot Sheet Show Ep. 119
Q: What do you think of Brady Ebel's year?
Brady Ebel has shown an above-average hit tool with strong plate discipline and solid swing decisions, suggesting he could mature into a high-end hitter if he adds some power; the main question remains how his defense at shortstop will play at higher levels.
Breaking Down The 5.0 MLB Mock Draft, Helium Players & More | Hot Sheet Show Ep. 112
Q: Who are some personal 'cheese balls' outside the top 30 that they like?
Ben and Carlos name Connor Como as a standout hitter with a projectable frame who might sneak into a good range on draft day, with others like Trey Rangel and Owen Hull highlighted for potential value later in the process.
Breaking Down The 5.0 MLB Mock Draft, Helium Players & More | Hot Sheet Show Ep. 112
Q: Is there someone in the first round mix that Ben and JJ like more than the consensus?
Ben and JJ discuss college outfielder AJ Gracia and high school shortstop Tyler Spangler as potential first-round targets, noting their tools, hitting ability, and upside, while acknowledging uncertainty and the top-heavy nature of the early picks.
Giants LHP Luis De La Torre Joins & MLB Prospect Promotions To Know | Hot Sheet Show Ep. 110
Q: Is Kate Anderson truly on track for a leap to the majors, or might trade considerations come into play?
Geoff explains that Anderson is likely big-league ready with a precarious fit in Seattle's crowded rotation; trading him would require a substantial return, but it's not dismissed as impossible depending on the package.
Giants LHP Luis De La Torre Joins & MLB Prospect Promotions To Know | Hot Sheet Show Ep. 110
Q: Given the current promotions, who do you think could debut at the big league level in the second half?
The panel highlights Walker Jenkins and Kaelin Culpepper as potential calls, with emphasis on the Twins' and Mariners' systems and the need for ongoing performance and health to justify a mid-season debut.

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What is Baseball America about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show leans into baseball from a player-development perspective, with deep dives on prospects, college and high school pathways, and the latest trade and ranking analyses. Episodes commonly explore top prospect lists, mid-season call-ups, draft and signing dynamics, and how organizational decisions shape rosters. A standout feature is the thorough, data-informed perspective on both major and minor league developments, plus regular sponsor reads that blend content with practical tools for fans and professionals. Overall, it's particularly useful for listeners who want nuanced scouting context, actionable insights for fantasy and fantasy-adjacent audiences, and a steady stream of industry-style analysis from Baseball America editors.

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1. Daniel Jackson
2. Lance Brozdowski
3. Brian Spradlin
4. Jack Harris
5. Ian Cundall
6. Josh Norris
7. Jacob Rudner
8. Luis De La Torre

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