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MLB Trade Rumors Podcast

MLB Trade Rumors
Boston Red Sox
MLB
Major League Baseball
MLB Offseason
Free Agency
Pittsburgh Pirates
Texas Rangers
Baltimore Orioles
Juan Soto
Atlanta Braves
Toronto Blue Jays
New York Mets
Detroit Tigers
Dylan Cease
Alex Bregman
White Sox
Minnesota Twins
MLB Trade Rumors
Trade Deadline
Seattle Mariners

With an eye always focused on the hot stove, the MLBTR podcast gives analysis of transactions, roster moves and, of course, rumors from around the league. Host Darragh McDonald is joined each week by a fellow MLBTR writer to break it all down.

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Latest Episodes

Steve Adams joins Darragh McDonald to discuss the remaining playoff teams and the reality that at least one small-payroll club will make the World Series this year. They also recap the seasons of the teams who were recently eliminated and preview wha... more

Anthony Franco joins Darragh McDonald to discuss the Diamondbacks' decision to bring back Torey Lovullo, comments from the team's owner that they're going to scale back payroll, and whether Ketel Marte could be on the trade block. 

They also take ti... more

Steve Adams joins Darragh McDonald to discuss Aaron Judge being left off the Yankees' Wild Card roster, the plan for Garrett Crochet to pitch out of Boston's bullpen, whether the Rangers will scale back their payroll next year, how the Diamondbacks c... more

Anthony Franco joins Darragh McDonald to discuss this year's weak free agent class, the latest Free Agent Power Rankings, what kind of market to expect for Japanese star Teruaki Sato, the Nationals signing Cade Cavalli to a four-year extension, and h... more

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Recent Guests

Steve Adams
MLB Trade Rumors writer and contributor
MLB Trade Rumors
Episode: Playoff Storylines And The State Of The White Sox, Yankees, Padres, And Braves
Ethan Hullihen
Payroll tracker who expanded Pirates payroll work to all 30 teams and collaborates with MLB Trade Rumors
Independent payroll tracker / MLB Trade Rumors collaborator
Episode: Diving Deep Into MLBTR's Payroll Tracker
Tim Dierkes
Founder of MLB Trade Rumors
MLB Trade Rumors
Episode: The CBA Standoff Begins
Anthony Franco
MLBTR colleague joining the discussion
MLB Trade Rumors
Episode: Colt Emerson Debuts, Blue Jays' Rotation Issues, And What To Make Of The Mets And Astros
BB Abbott
Executive Vice President and Managing Director of Wasserman Baseball
Wasserman
Episode: An Agent's Perspective with B.B. Abbott - Also, Cease, Williams, Helsley, And Gray
Mike Elias
President of baseball operations for the Baltimore Orioles
Baltimore Orioles
Episode: Mike Elias On The State Of The Orioles - Also, The Rebuilding Cardinals, The Rangers' Payroll, And The Mets' Collapse
Jerry Dipoto
President of Baseball Operations for the Seattle Mariners
Seattle Mariners
Episode: Talking Mariners With Jerry Dipoto - Also, Anthony Rizzo, Braves' Catchers, And D-Backs' Roster Holes
Ben Cherington
General Manager of the Pittsburgh Pirates
Pittsburgh Pirates
Episode: A Conversation With Pirates GM Ben Cherington - Also, The O's, Zack Wheeler, And The Rangers

Hosts

Darragh McDonald
Lead host and writer at MLB Trade Rumors, frequently guiding deep-dive analysis on trades, market dynamics, and front-office strategy.
Steve Adams
MLB Trade Rumors writer and co-host, contributing industry insight and discussion around transactions and rumors.
Anthony Franco
MLBTR writer and co-host providing analysis on trades, extensions, and market dynamics; often joins for discussions.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 138 ratings
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    The website is ran by racists. Couldn’t even mention Jackie Robinson on Jackie’s day. Constantly banning those who support freedom. One of the writers literally hates his job and his voice is like nails on a chalkboard

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    btcmemez
    United States2 months ago
  • Repeat Repeat Repeat

    I love the insight and the baseball content, but make your point and move on, every point is repeated multiple times. It becomes difficult to listen to, their hour should could easily be cut in half.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    BrewCityBombers
    United States2 months ago
  • End the world baseball classic

    A meaningless exhibition tournament where people get worn out and can’t compete at their highest level in the games that actually matter. A psyop designed to make people more nationalistic and less likely to think of themselves as citizens of earth

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    idontknowY
    United States7 months ago
  • Good show, but “UH”…

    A good show, but these hosts say “UH” so much it borders on distracting. Can only handle listening for a few minutes

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Bushman of jersey
    United States9 months ago
  • Great baseball show

    Darragh is a great host and does a great job keeping things light without rambling about himself like the EW podcast. Favorite overall podcast besides FT.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CryptoN3rd
    United Statesa year ago

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Some reviews note playful banter but value the insightful analysis over time.
Listeners appreciate the data-driven approach to trades and market dynamics.
Consistent depth on front-office strategy makes it useful for industry professionals and serious fans.
A few listeners want more hard information and less speculation, but overall praise for coverage of MLB deals.

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How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#62
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#75
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Apple Podcasts
#76
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Apple Podcasts
#103
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#114
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Apple Podcasts
#134
France/Sports/Baseball

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Diamondbacks Stories, Offseason Previews For Eliminated Playoff Teams, And Creative Pitching Usage
Q: What do you think Seattle can do this offseason given their depth of pitchers and the likelihood of trading one of their rotation pieces?
The hosts discuss balancing upside with control, suggesting Seattle consider trading a high-control youngster for established MLB-ready talent or a proven pitcher, while weighing internal development options like Emerson Hancock or Bryce Miller as part of the broader rotation strategy.
Diving Deep Into MLBTR's Payroll Tracker
Q: What sparked the Valley Charge concept, and how has that impacted your reporting?
Valley Charge arose when teams front-load value or use options to shift CBT calculations; I analyzed and documented it, which helped readers understand why reported AAV and CBT numbers diverge and how teams manipulate contract economics.
Diving Deep Into MLBTR's Payroll Tracker
Q: How do you differentiate between CBT and LRD payroll figures, and why does that matter for readers?
LRD reflects cash spent and CBT is an accounting figure based on average annual value and contract structure; they diverge frequently due to extensions, options, bonuses, and deferrals. Understanding both helps readers assess true spending versus long-term tax implications.
Diving Deep Into MLBTR's Payroll Tracker
Q: Why did you decide to expand from tracking the Pirates payroll to all 30 teams, and when did you start that expansion?
I started this for Pirates payroll and then, after proving enough value and with a push from a partner site, I expanded to all 30 teams around the 2024-2025 period, driven by the opportunity to provide more comprehensive, comparable data across teams and by interest from MLBTR in broadening the scope.
Free Agent Power Rankings, Cade Cavalli's Extension, And Likely Playoff Matchups
Q: What are your thoughts on the new playoff format versus the traditional one-game wild card?
The hosts acknowledge both formats have merits; the one-game wild card is exciting and historically memorable, but a larger field with more games increases revenue and may reduce the impact of a single bad game. They express a preference for a 10-team field with a single wild-card game, while recognizing the cultural and historical resonance of the older, simpler setup.

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This show provides in-depth MLB transaction analysis, roster moves, and rumors with a focus on the hot stove and market dynamics. Episodes routinely dissect trades, front-office strategies, extensions, and the evolving economics of the game, often weighing short-term moves against long-term assets. The format blends data-driven breakdowns with candid host banter, occasionally featuring guests or sponsor segments that spotlight current events and market risks. A standout is the consistent emphasis on market structure—salary dynamics, CBT implications, and ownership changes—which makes it useful for listeners who want both granular transaction detail and broader industry context.

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1. Steve Adams
2. Ethan Hullihen
3. Tim Dierkes
4. Anthony Franco
5. BB Abbott
6. Mike Elias
7. Jerry Dipoto
8. Ben Cherington

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