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MLB Trade Rumors Podcast

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

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

Anthony Franco joins Darragh McDonald to discuss Mets topics that include the firing of manager Carlos Mendoza, trading David Peterson to the Cubs, and whether Bo Bichette and other players could be available at the deadline. 

Other topics include t... more

Steve Adams joins Darragh McDonald to discuss the plethora of injuries that the Diamondbacks are facing and potential trade chips that the Red Sox could deal at the deadline.

Listener question topics include the possibility of Atlanta trading for So... more

Anthony Franco joins Darragh McDonald to discuss who the Giants could trade following reports that the team is getting ready to sell at the deadline, the Brewers extending Luis Lara and their trend of locking up prospects before they debut, Milwaukee... more

Steve Adams joins Darragh McDonald to preview the 2026-27 free-agent class, discuss what has led this year's group getting weaker, and talk about some players who have climbed up the rankings, including Brandon Lowe, Luis Arraez and others. They also... more

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Recent Guests

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
Steve Adams
MLBTR colleague
MLB Trade Rumors
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
Host of MLB Trade Rumors Podcast
Steve Adams
MLB Trade Rumors writer and co-host
Anthony Franco
MLBTR Staff Writer and co-host
Dar McDonald
Host of MLB Trade Rumors Podcast

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 131 ratings
  • 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 States4 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 States6 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 States8 months ago
  • Great podcast

    Overall a great podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Fortnitesweat crazy
    Canada10 months ago
  • Insightful Analysis

    These guys may not have inside information to help predict moves, but they’re knowledgeable enough to break down transactions after the fact and seem to know something useful about every player. The only downside of the show is that they’re not easy to listen to.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Pokerface Chet
    United Statesa year ago

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Shows strong, data-driven MLB analysis with insider context.
Listeners appreciate deep dives into contracts and front-office moves.
Hosts are knowledgeable and mix humor with serious discussion.
Some reviews note audio quirks but overall quality is high.

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#72
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#127
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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

The D-Backs Battle Injuries, Boston's Trade Chips, And More!
Q: Is Chapman a realistic target financially for the Guardians, considering their payroll constraints and the vesting option for next year?
They conclude it would be challenging for Cleveland to absorb the vesting $13 million for next year, given their limited cash payroll and other arbitration-eligible players; while Chapman has appealing closer potential, the cost—both in salary and the required prospect package—likely makes it unlikely for the Guardians unless the Red Sox absorb substantial money relief.
The D-Backs Battle Injuries, Boston's Trade Chips, And More!
Q: What kind of prospect capital would the Red Sox be looking for in a Sonny Gray trade with Atlanta in mind, given the remaining money on his contract and the buyout?
The hosts suggest that for a trade involving Sonny Gray, Boston would likely need to eat a meaningful portion of the remaining salary to reduce the future commitment and thus justify returning a modest package of middle-tier prospects from Atlanta or another contending club; the exact mix would depend on which team absorbs more of the money and what other payroll adjustments the Red Sox are willing to make.
The CBA Standoff Begins
Q: What are the practical risks of a potential 2027 season cancellation?
The discussion highlights significant risk to popularity, TV deals, and franchise valuations, with the possibility that sponsors and audiences could retreat if a season is canceled, though some ownership groups prefer delaying a cap until after major broadcast deals are secured.
The CBA Standoff Begins
Q: What is Tim Dierkes' take on the competitive integrity tax versus a traditional salary cap?
Tim sees the competitive integrity tax as a middle-ground approach that could fix some of the imbalance without the simplicity and bluntness of a hard cap, but acknowledges it is more complex and requires clear messaging to fans who favor a straightforward cap.
Colt Emerson Debuts, Blue Jays' Rotation Issues, And What To Make Of The Mets And Astros
Q: What is the long-term fit for Emerson with the Mariners given the Donovan injury and Crawford's status?
Emerson could settle at third for now, with potential moves to shortstop next year if he hits, while Donovan recovers; the plan hinges on Emerson adapting quickly, with the team weighing who plays where as the infield develops.

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What is MLB Trade Rumors Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Two MLB Trade Rumors writers break down a steady stream of midseason and spring training moves, roster reshuffles, contract extensions, and league-wide strategic conversations. Episodes blend real-time trade reactions with deeper dives into front-office decisions, payroll dynamics, and long-term development, often weighing immediate needs against future flexibility. The tone mixes data-driven analysis, industry context, and light banter, making complex baseball economics accessible while highlighting notable moves, market trends, and how teams plan to stay competitive amid a changing labor landscape. A standout trait is the team's consistent emphasis on how transaction activity and ownership changes shape the competitive balance across divi... more

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