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Find out about the stars of tomorrow, from the guys who know today. Jim Callis (@jimcallisMLB) and Jonathan Mayo (@JonathanMayo) are your tour guides for this ride through the unfolding stories & breaking news in Minor League Baseball. From top prospects to scouting executives to farm directors, the MLB Pipeline is jam-packed with exclusive coverage of the minors you can't get anywhere else.

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Just when you thought there wasn't anything else left to rank, the MLB Pipeline gang surprises you. This week, they've been ranking farm systems by positions and that's where Sam Dykstra, Jonathan Mayo and Jason Ratliff kick off this week's Pipeline ... more

The MLB Pipeline crew has been busy ranking all sorts of things this month, and that makes for plenty of fodder for the latest Pipeline Podcast. Jim Callis, Jonathan Mayo and Jason Ratliff begin by breaking down the new Top 100 Prospects list, starti... more

This week's MLB Pipeline Podcast takes us to Iowa as much of Major League Baseball descends on the Field of Dreams this week. That includes the prospect world and Sam Dykstra, Jonathan Mayo and Jason Ratliff kick things off by previewing Tuesday nigh... more

The dust has barely settled on the 2026 Trade Deadline, but Jim Callis, Jonathan Mayo and Jason Ratliff mustered plenty of energy to talk about all of the wheeling and dealing from a prospect perspective on this week's Pipeline Podcast. They started ... more

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Recent Guests

Arjun Nimmala
Top Angels Prospect
Angels
Episode: Even more rankings (Guest: Arjun Nimmala)
Jesse Borick
Fill-in host for Jim Callis during the Field of Dreams discussion
MLB Pipeline
Episode: If you podcast it...
Brody Bumila
Top high school pitcher, Bishop Feehan (Massachusetts)
Draft Prospect
Episode: Breaking down the Draft class: High school pitchers (Guest: Brody Bumila)
Justin Lebron
Alabama shortstop, Golden Spikes Award finalist
Alabama, MLB Draft Prospect
Episode: Breaking down the Draft class: College hitters (Guest: Justin Lebron)
Jacob Lombard
High school shortstop prospect, top draft candidate
Draft Combine participant
Episode: Breaking down the Draft class: High school hitters (Guest: Jacob Lombard)
Jackson Flora
University of California Santa Barbara pitcher
University of California Santa Barbara
Episode: Breaking down the Draft class: College pitchers (Guest: Jackson Flora)
Sam Dykstra
MLB Pipeline writer; market corrections contributor
MLB Pipeline
Episode: Top 100 Update & Draft Deliberations
Gio Rojas
High School Left-Handed Pitching Prospect
Stoneman Douglas High School
Episode: Dishing On The Draft Top 150 (Guest: Gio Rojas)
Grady Emerson
High school baseball prospect, Fort Worth Christian High School, Texas
Fort Worth Christian High School
Episode: Draft fever.... catch it! (Guest: Grady Emerson)

Hosts

Jason Ratliff
Host of MLB Pipeline Podcast
Jim Callis
Co-host, MLB Pipeline scouting expert
Jonathan Mayo
Co-host, MLB Pipeline scouting expert

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 365 ratings
  • Please turn it up

    I like the podcast but it’s sooo quiet! Please turn it up! No need to speak louder just turn up the volume from your end

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    Danius C
    United Statesa month ago
  • Great show! Please speak louder

    I’m trying to mow the lawn or driving home with the AC blasting so I don’t die of heat stroke but can’t hear because you guys speak so softly! Awesome time listening when I can hear :)

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    Thensen
    United Statesa month ago
  • FIX AUDIO

    I would guess 90% of the comments here are about the embarrassingly horrible audio, why is this not fixed?

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    pnagel2
    United States3 months ago
  • Merch???<<<

    How can I get some, not on social media???

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    5
    Mista Dream
    United States3 months ago
  • Terrible audio

    Bumper music and ads play at max volume, when the show starts the audio is so quiet it can’t be heard. This is an MLB production?? I’ve heard better shows coming from some kid’s basement.

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    spiderdog23
    United States7 months ago

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Listeners notice strong content on prospects and drafting but audio mixing and production quality are frequently highlighted as an area for improvement.
Guests and topics provide valuable context, though audio levels and consistency can turn some episodes into a challenge.
Hosts deliver deep, data-backed insights and informed scouting perspectives.

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#108
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Even more rankings (Guest: Arjun Nimmala)
Q: What was your immediate reaction to the trade and how did you handle the first 24 hours?
He described the initial shock, then highlighted the Angels' outreach, time off to adjust, and the process of moving to Huntsville while getting settled with the new team.
If you podcast it...
Q: Stevie D asks what's the comparison between Vahn Lackey and Joe Mauer when Mauer got drafted?
The hosts and Sam discuss similarities in athleticism and potential at catcher, noting Mauer's multi-sport background and Lackey's projection; while Lackey is viewed as an elite athletic catcher with a rising trajectory, the panel cautions against assuming any Hall of Fame outcome, focusing instead on development and tool quality.
A doozy of a Deadline
Q: Was there a clear pattern in the top 25 traded prospects and how did teams perform relative to expectations?
The hosts noted that in many years past top 100 prospects traded did not reliably translate into long-term performance, and this deadline featured several top prospects moving, with debates about hit rates and how teams weighed short-term gains against future value.
A doozy of a Deadline
Q: What made the Dodgers' trade package so controversial or noteworthy?
The discussion centered on whether two top 100 prospects plus another good pitcher in the package was a fair price for a rental, with some arguing the package was light while others defended it as a strong, balanced return given the market and the Dodgers' window to win now.
Deadlines are looming
Q: Which teams are most likely to trade top prospects at this year's deadline?
The panel identifies multiple teams with deep farm systems and a willingness to trade, including the Dodgers, Mariners, Brewers, Rays, Cubs, and Guardians, highlighting both current contention and depth as key drivers.

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Frequently Asked Questions About MLB Pipeline

What is MLB Pipeline about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A analytically driven baseball podcast focusing on the minor leagues, top prospects, draft talent, and prospect rankings. Regular discussions cover trades, draft class evaluations, top-100 updates, and organizational strategies, with host banter and data-backed insights. A standout trait is the insider perspective from MLB Pipeline insiders, offering deep dives into scouting, development timelines, and market dynamics while keeping the conversation approachable for listeners who want practical takeaways for prospect watching, sponsorships, or pitching guests.

Noteworthy aspects include a consistent trio of seasoned MLB Pipeline voices, frequent deep dives into draft prospects (high school and college), and a willingness to blend historical... more

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