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The Call Up | An MLB Prospect Podcast

Just Baseball Media
Major League Baseball
Minor Leagues
Minor League Baseball
Prospect Rankings
Just Baseball
Second Base
Baltimore Orioles
Boston Red Sox
Catcher Prospects
Cincinnati Reds
Third Base Prospects
Adley Rutschman
Gunnar Henderson
Jackson Holliday
Kyle Teel
Roman Anthony
Marcelo Mayer
Milwaukee Brewers
Coby Mayo
Samuel Basayo

The Call Up is an MLB prospect podcast discussing everything from the biggest names in the Minor Leagues to the sleepers who should be on your radar. Prospect analyst and Justbaseball.com Co-Founder Aram Leighton and Miami Marlins radio voice Jack McMullen interview some of the game's most notable prospects from all 30 teams, break down Just Baseball's latest prospect rankings and highlight bigges... more

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Latest Episodes

Aram and Jack talk about the incredible come back of Guardians pitching prospect Daniel Espino before highlighting the most interesting prospects on Glendale and Mesa.

Intro: 0:00

Daniel Espino: 1:38

Dodgers: 5:16

Cardinals: 10:18

White Sox: 12... more

Aram and Elijah highlight the top prospect performers at both Low-A and High-A in the 2025 season.

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Trey Yesavge's debut

Single-A Standouts

Eduardo Quintero (LAD): 

Jacob Bresnahan (SF): 

Ryan Sloan (SEA): 

Raudi Rodriguez (LAA): 

Caleb ... more

Aram and Jack walk through Just Baseball's top prospects for the Houston Astros.

Intro: 0:00

Names to Watch: 2:43

Shay Whitcomb: 20:49

Ethan Frey: 23:30

Bryce Mayer: 25:45

Ethan Pecko: 28:09

Anthony Huezo: 31:20

Kevin Alvarez: 36:12

AJ Blub... more

Aram and Jack walk through Just Baseball's Top Prospects in the Angels farm system.

Intro: 0:00

Names to Watch: 2:10

Barrett Kent: 11:53

Talon Haley: 13:31

Johnny Slawinski III: 17:21

Chase Shores: 18:32

Gabriel Davalillo: 21:30

ETHOS: 23:39 more

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Recent Guests

Tyler Jennings
Host of On The Clock and lead draft writer at JustBaseball.com
JustBaseball.com
Episode: 412 | MLB Draft Top Prospect Check in With Tyler Jennings
Frankie Piliere
Director of Amateur Scouting for the Miami Marlins
Miami Marlins
Episode: 409 | Marlins Director of Amateur Scouting Frankie Piliere Joins the Show!
Jaden Hamm
Right-handed pitching prospect for the Detroit Tigers
Detroit Tigers
Episode: 407 | Tigers RHP Prospect Jaden Hamm Joins the Show!
Max Clark
Outfield Prospect for the Detroit Tigers
Detroit Tigers
Episode: 396 | Tigers Top Prospect Max Clark Joins the Show!
Robby Snelling
Left-handed pitching prospect for the Miami Marlins
Miami Marlins
Episode: 391 | Marlins LHP Prospect Robby Snelling Joins the Show!
Payton Eeles
Emerging talent in the Minnesota Twins organization
Minnesota Twins
Episode: 363 | Twins Prospect Payton Eeles Joins the Show!
Sean Reynolds
Right-handed pitcher for the Padres, made his big league debut recently.
San Diego Padres
Episode: 356 | Padres RHP Sean Reynolds Joins the Show + The Marlins Return for Luzardo
Justin Crawford
MLB prospect and notable for his strong debut in Double-A and speed on the field.
Philadelphia Phillies
Episode: 346 | Chandler Simpson and Justin Crawford Join the Show!
Chandler Simpson
MLB prospect known for his exceptional speed and stolen bases.
Tampa Bay Rays
Episode: 346 | Chandler Simpson and Justin Crawford Join the Show!

Hosts

Aram Leighton
Co-Founder and Prospect Analyst at Just Baseball, and co-host of the show, known for his in-depth insights and analysis of MLB prospects, particularly those in the minors.
Jack McMullen
Host and radio voice for the Miami Marlins, known for his engaging commentary and analysis of MLB prospects and minor league developments.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 489 ratings
  • Great podcast

    Love this podcast welcome to the show Elijah excited to hear your insight!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Drizzle81770911
    United States3 months ago
  • Yay

    Prospects and many stats

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cookoo lookoo
    United States4 months ago
  • Easily the best prospect content around

    Aram and Jack are unrivaled when it comes to prospect content. Smart, honest and entertaining. Couldn’t recommend more!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PinstripedGator🐊
    United States4 months ago
  • 10/10

    Best prospect podcast out there. Aram knows his stuff and the hint of humor is an amazing touch. Highly recommend.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dylan Murph
    United States4 months ago
  • Great show

    Both hosts are so knowledgeable.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mark poloni
    Canada5 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the engaging discussions around MLB prospects and the in-depth analysis of minor league performances.
Fans value the humor and entertaining manner in which serious baseball analytics are presented, making it accessible for all levels of baseball fans.
The chemistry between the hosts is frequently praised, enhancing the listening experience and making complex analyses enjoyable.

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#96
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#94
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Apple Podcasts
#115
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Apple Podcasts
#69
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#79
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#223
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

429 | Diamondbacks Prospect Ryan Waldschmidt Joins the Show!
Q: What was your rehab like after your ACL injury?
Waldschmidt emphasizes the importance of maintaining a positive mindset and relying on his support system during recovery.
407 | Tigers RHP Prospect Jaden Hamm Joins the Show!
Q: What are the focuses now moving from this year onward?
Hamm emphasizes the importance of consistency and preparation in his daily pitching routine as key focuses for improvement.
404 | Top 100 Update Mailbag!
Q: Why did Christian Moore drop off your top 100?
Moore struggled with elevated fastballs and had a slow start in Double-A, despite being productive in Triple-A, which raised concerns about his ability to adjust to major league pitching.
400 | Brewers Assistant Director of Player Development Brenton Del Chiaro Joins the Show!
Q: What grounds do you use to assess how players are developing as they move up the ranks?
It's about letting the pitching dictate ultimately with a plan in place.
400 | Brewers Assistant Director of Player Development Brenton Del Chiaro Joins the Show!
Q: What does the process look like of maybe what you're looking for out of these players?
We try to minimize that gap and we try to maybe risk air on the side of we're going to be a little bit more aggressive with some of these younger players.

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Focused on Major League Baseball prospects, this podcast discusses both well-known talents and hidden gems in the Minor Leagues. The hosts, knowledgeable analysts, provide in-depth analysis of player performances, interview emerging stars, and examine team strategies, especially regarding player development and scouting. Each episode includes discussions on recent debuts and trades, ensuring listeners stay updated on the latest developments affecting the MLB and its future stars. The emphasis on entertaining yet informative content, combined with the chemistry between the hosts, creates a unique listening experience for baseball enthusiasts.

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1. The Just Baseball Show
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Recent guests on The Call Up include:

1. Tyler Jennings
2. Frankie Piliere
3. Jaden Hamm
4. Max Clark
5. Robby Snelling
6. Payton Eeles
7. Sean Reynolds
8. Justin Crawford

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