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Baseball Bar-B-Cast

Yahoo Sports
Major League Baseball
MLB
Los Angeles Dodgers
Boston Red Sox
Shohei Ohtani
New York Yankees
New York Mets
Toronto Blue Jays
Juan Soto
Dodgers
Yankees
Milwaukee Brewers
World Baseball Classic
Philadelphia Phillies
Seattle Mariners
World Series
San Diego Padres
Chicago Cubs
All-Star Game
Baltimore Orioles

The smartest dumb baseball podcast or the dumbest smart baseball podcast?Thrice a week, Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman of Céspedes Family BBQ take you on a journey through the weird, wacky and wonderful universe of baseball. If you want to know what’s going on in MLB, but also want to smile along the way then this is the podcast for you. So fire up the grill and get ready for an absolute roast o... more

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The Los Angeles Dodgers, Atlanta Braves, and Milwaukee Brewers are the only teams in MLB this season to have eclipsed the 40-win mark so far. As leaders in their respective divisions, all three hold sizable leads and have shown they are among the bes... more

Shohei Ohtani has done pretty much everything you could want from an offensive standpoint. However, it's what he's doing on the mound that is garnering attention this season. After pitching yet another gem for the Los Angeles Dodgers, the Japanese tw... more

The Cleveland Guardians take on the New York Yankees this week in what could be a potential postseason matchup. The two franchises have a storied history of meeting in the playoffs and producing memorable games. However, this week's series feels like... more

When the Toronto Blue Jays went on their incredible World Series run last season, there was plenty of hope that it was the start of what could be a dominant run by a stacked team. Fast forward to 2026, and Toronto finds itself in a bit of a sticky si... more

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Recent Guests

Jolly Olive
YouTube baseball commentator, John Boy Cinematic Universe member
Céspedes Family BBQ / John Boy Media
Episode: Astros record first no-hitter since 2024, which teams are disappointing so far this season & Cubs are streaking the wrong way
Liam Hicks
Miami Marlins catcher
Miami Marlins
Episode: Players to be a little worried about, Paul Skenes is dominating, Mets promote A.J. Ewing & Liam Hicks talks hitting
Spencer Jones
Yankees outfielder prospect called up to major leagues
New York Yankees
Episode: Can the Cubs Keep This Up? Spencer Jones Hype, Red-Hot Rays & Yankees Pressure in the AL East
Matt Gelb
Phillies Beat Writer at The Athletic
The Athletic
Episode: Phillies trying to get out of slump, Mets losing streak reaches 12 & Munetaka Murakami keeps homering
Christian Polanco
One half of The Cooligans soccer show on Yahoo Sports
The Cooligans
Episode: Shohei Ohtani’s time conundrum, new City Connect uniforms drop and the Red Sox’s rough start to 2026
Alexis Guerreros
Other half of The Cooligans
The Cooligans
Episode: Shohei Ohtani’s time conundrum, new City Connect uniforms drop and the Red Sox’s rough start to 2026
Dalton Rushing
Dodgers catcher
Los Angeles Dodgers
Episode: Braves-Angels clear the benches in fight, Dodgers handle Blue Jays in Toronto & Dalton Rushing joins the show
Jason Benetti
Voice of NBC Sunday Night Baseball and Detroit Tigers
NBC/Detroit Tigers
Episode: Shohei Ohtani shows old form on the mound, prospects get long-term deals before debut and Jason Benetti joins the show!
Garrett Stubbs
Catcher for the Philadelphia Phillies with extensive experience using the ABS Challenge System.
Philadelphia Phillies
Episode: Automated Ball-Strike system fully explained & Garrett Stubbs gives catcher's POV on ABS

Hosts

Jake Mintz
Co-host of Baseball Bar-B-Cast; substantial base in baseball media and analysis.
Jordan Shusterman
Co-host of Baseball Bar-B-Cast; known for sharp baseball insight and dynamic banter.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 1.1k ratings
  • Res Sox suck

    Im a Yankees fan and the Red Sox are buns

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dude12732
    United States2 months ago
  • Entertaining

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Chemdude
    3 months ago
  • The most fun baseball pod!

    They’re meeting up in Buffalo to New York, to watch their beloved Saviours

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    1reviewonly
    Canada4 months ago
  • Nationalities

    Guys. I like your show! I know you are bantering. But the whole talk about A. Nola not being an Italian last name…. Come on….

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    R. A. Parr. Pod listener
    United States5 months ago
  • Ilayda Says

    I like it but I prefer Ilayda Says

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Raphael Kelce
    Canada9 months ago

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Energetic hosts with top-tier baseball knowledge and humor.
Some reviews push for staying focused on baseball, not politics.
Listeners praise the chemistry and deep dives, with broad appeal beyond stats.

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#44
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Apple Podcasts
#24
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Apple Podcasts
#56
Canada/Sports/Baseball
Apple Podcasts
#45
Australia/Sports/Baseball
Apple Podcasts
#54
Germany/Sports/Baseball
Apple Podcasts
#63
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Players to be a little worried about, Paul Skenes is dominating, Mets promote A.J. Ewing & Liam Hicks talks hitting
Q: What was it like being a Rule 5 pick and then making the majors with the Marlins?
Hicks describes the stress of Rule 5, the support from the Marlins, and the determination to prove himself while staying with the organization.
Shohei Ohtani shows old form on the mound, prospects get long-term deals before debut and Jason Benetti joins the show!
Q: What was it like for you to be handed the microphone by Bob Costas and become the voice of Sunday Night Baseball?
Benetti described the moment as surreal and meaningful, acknowledging Costas' grand tradition and expressing gratitude for the opportunity and responsibility.
Braves-Angels clear the benches in fight, Dodgers handle Blue Jays in Toronto & Dalton Rushing joins the show
Q: Dalton, what's been the key to translating your minor-league success into big-league contributions so quickly?
Dalton highlights his focus on crafting a plan at the plate, maintaining discipline, and leveraging repeated pre-game routines to stay locked in, while also learning from veteran teammates about handling pressure and staying in the moment.
World Baseball Classic quarterfinals preview: USA looking for redemption & why Japan could be upset by Venezuela
Q: What does victory look like for Korea tonight?
Keep the game close into the later innings, avoid being overwhelmed by the Dominican power, and hope for a controlled late-inning execution rather than a blowout loss.
Okamoto to Blue Jays, Imai to Astros & How Baseball Could Be Impacted by the Current State of Venezuela
Q: What do you think were maybe the hesitations from teams in committing long-term to Imai?
Concerns about his performance metrics in NPB and whether he can translate that success to MLB.

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- Two longtime baseball hosts deliver fast-paced, banter-driven analysis of MLB topics, focusing on hot matchups, player storylines, injuries, and league-wide trends. Episodes blend tactical breakdown (lineups, pitching, bullpen usage) with humorous anecdotes, pop culture detours, and sponsor reads, creating a cocktail-hour vibe for baseball fans. Notable throughlines include pitching velocity stories, big-name injuries, front-office moves, and spotlight moments from around the league, giving listeners both depth and entertainment. The show often features guest insights and cross-show appearances to broaden reach and add perspective, while maintaining a strong emphasis on staying current with MLB happenings.

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1. Jolly Olive
2. Liam Hicks
3. Spencer Jones
4. Matt Gelb
5. Christian Polanco
6. Alexis Guerreros
7. Dalton Rushing
8. Jason Benetti

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