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Baseball America delivers baseball news you can't get anywhere else. Covering the game from a player-development point of view, the staff of BA will deliver its take on what's going on in the world of baseball every week on its podcast, analyzing the game from the majors and minors--with an emphasis on prospects--through our unparalleled college and high school coverage.
Episodes
Draft Podcast: Reflecting On The 2018 Draft
In the second series of our draft lookbacks, JJ and Carlos go back to the 2018 draft. How has the class aged? Who are the standout picks? Which teams picked smartly and which would rather have a do-over? What are the lessons we can learn?—Time stamps:(0:00) Intro(2:15) Was Casey Mize the clear 1-1?(09:00) So many prep pitchers (13:00) Nick Madrigal & Nico Hoerner(17:00) Carter Stewart(23:00) K
Fantasy Podcast: Previewing The New FYPD Rankings
This week on the Baseball America fantasy podcast, James Anderson and Geoff Pontes get ready for the release of our upcoming First-Year Player Draft rankings next week. We discuss 15 players of note, hitting on pros and cons of each profile, who we think present the best FYPD values and which picks come with the greatest inherent risk.2:30 Grady Emerson, in a tier on his own?8:30 Vahn Lackey futur
Prospect Podcast: Arizona Fall League Roster Analysis
The Arizona Fall League rosters have been released, and we have the analysis of who are the prospects to watch. Josh Norris and JJ Cooper have the breakdown.(00:00) Josh loves the Arizona Fall League(02:00) This year's AFL Rosters Are _______(06:00) Who are the best prospects headed to the Arizona Fall League(12:00) Which teams are the best in the AFL(13:00) Some AFL insights for fans contempl
Breaking Down 2026 Arizona Fall League Rosters | Hot Sheet Show Ep. 123
On this week's Hot Sheet Show, J.J. Cooper, Geoff Pontes and Josh Norris get set for the Arizona Fall League with a breakdown of the 2026 initial rosters released on Tuesday. Check out BA's complete AFL coverage for full rosters, schedule information and analysis.The Hot Sheet Show airs live on the BA YouTube channel every Tuesday at 3 p.m. Give us a sub, and we'll see you then!Time St
Draft Podcast: Reflecting On The 2017 Draft
JJ and Carlos take a look back at the 2017 draft. Who picked well? Who picked poorly? Which players did we miss on and what can we learn about the draft with nearly 10 full years of hindsight? —Time stamps:(0:00) Why Start With 2017?(3:00) Our perception of the class at the time(10:40) The two-way lesson with Brendan McKay(17:20) What we learned with Austin Beck(23:50) You can’t force ideal demogr
Fantasy Podcast: Top Prospect ETAs For 2027 Fantasy Baseball
This week on the Baseball America fantasy podcast, we welcome James Anderson as BA's new lead fantasy analyst. James and Geoff Pontes then dive right into 2027 redraft talk by identifying which prospects might be hot commodities this offseason in NFBC draft-and-hold leagues.Be sure to check out James' debut fantasy article and use code ANDERSON at checkout now through Sept. 13 to get 30% o
College Podcast: What We're Watching For In Fall Ball
Baseball America national college reporter Jacob Rudner is joined by Editor-In-Chief JJ Cooper to discuss fall storylines to track as players return to team activities.(2:22) Things to look forward to with coverage at BA(3:55) How the fall can influence draft rankings(8:47) Embracing ABS in college(22:09) Will the coaching carousel fire up again(26:45) LSU in the spotlightUse our code for 10% off
Prospect Podcast: The Top Prospects In The Dominican Summer League
Josh Norris and JJ Cooper are here for this week's Prospect Podcast to discuss the top prospects in the DSL. A Royals hitter leads our Dominican Summer League Top 35 Prospects rankings. We discuss Angeibel Gomez and other prospects who stood out on today's show.(00:00) Ranking DSL Prospects is hard, but also very beneficial(01:30) Looking back at the tops of the 2024 and 2025 DSL Top Prosp
Biggest MiLB Storylines, Players To Watch & More| Hot Sheet Show Ep. 122
On this week's Hot Sheet Show, Jacob Rudner, Geoff Pontes and Ian Cundall talk everything MiLB. We go level-by-level for 2026 season takeaways, top players and postseason series to watch. We also answer a slew of viewer questions.The Hot Sheet Show airs live on the BA YouTube channel every Tuesday at 3 p.m. Give us a sub, and we'll see you then!Time Stamps(0:00) Introduction(0:45) James An
Draft Podcast: Summer Risers & The Under Armour All-America Game
JJ and Carlos talk about where we’re at in the 2027 draft coverage cycle and what to expect on our next draft board update. The two discuss why the summer is so important for high school hitters in particular, and then talk about a handful of the notable up-arrow college and preps from the summer circuit—including some in-person looks at this year’s Under Armour Next All-America Game. —Time stamps
Fantasy Podcast: Catching Up On Draftee Debuts w/ Carlos Collazo
This week on the Baseball America fantasy podcast, host Geoff Pontes is joined by National Draft Writer Carlos Collazo to discuss 2026 draftee debuts. Carlos has recently dug into the numbers and wrote up a whole host of first rounders that have played affiliated ball post-draft. We discuss with Carlos if any of these debuts are moving the needle for fantasy.(2:00) How much do pro debuts matter po
Prospect Podcast: What’s Fueling The Minor League HR Boom?
On this week's Prospect Podcast Geoff Pontes and JJ Cooper discuss the record-breaking run scoring and home run rates across the minor leagues. What's going on, why is it happening and who benefits/suffers because of it?(00:00) Just how significant are the 2026 MiLB Runs Scored/Home Run Numbers?(05:45) We're seeing some really weird home runs and extra-base hits when watching MiLB game
What To Expect From September MLB Callups | Hot Sheet Show Ep. 121
On this week's Hot Sheet Show, J.J. Cooper, Geoff Pontes and Josh Norris break down need-to-know September prospect callups. Plus, we talk about how Kade Anderson has fared in his first MLB go-round.The Hot Sheet Show airs live on the BA YouTube channel every Tuesday at 3 p.m. Give us a sub, and we'll see you then!Time Stamps(0:00) Introduction(1:00) Significant September callups: Salas, M
Draft Podcast: Breaking Down Team USA’s 18U National Team
JJ and Carlos talk about the final 20-man roster for USA Baseball’s 2026 18U National Team. What are our overall thoughts of the roster? Who are players who just missed or were surprise additions? What might the lineup look like in competitive games? And why does Texas RHP George Ferguson have major helium? —Time stamps:(0:00) Overall thoughts(7:00) Breaking down the final roster(10:00) Surprising
Prospect Podcast: Who Is Standing Out Among Draft Debuts
On this week's Prospect Podcast, Geoff Pontes, Ian Cundall and JJ Cooper take a look at some of the MLB draftees who have gotten their pro careers started. (01:00) Why Ian didn't get to see Roch Cholowsky(04:15) Jacob Lombard has shown some power(07:00) Elliot Lascelles is worth watching(09:10) What can be gleaned from 50 PAs?(14:00) Tate Southesine vs. Dax Kilby is an instructive case(22:
Rockies' Daniel Jackson Joins & Standout DSL Prospects| Hot Sheet Show Ep. 120
On this week's Hot Sheet Show, J.J. Cooper, Ben Badler and Josh Norris talk standout Dominican Summer League prospects before welcoming Rockies 2026 draft pick Daniel Jackson to the program to talk about his first impressions of pro ball after winning college baseball's Golden Spikes Award.The Hot Sheet Show airs live on the BA YouTube channel every Tuesday at 3 p.m. Give us a sub, and we&
College Podcast: How Fall Ball Has Changed
Baseball America National College Reporter Jacob Rudner and Editor-In-Chief JJ Cooper get ready for fall ball with a discussion about how college baseball's offseason training has evolved in recent years. Rudner and Cooper talk about fall ball's scouting relevance and how this time of year has changed for mid- and low-major coaches.(1:29) Scheduling update(4:27) What’s new with fall ball(1
Draft Podcast: Summer College Standouts & Questions
JJ and Carlos talk about some of the players to know from the 2027 college class with the bulk of the summer circuit behind us. What are the strengths and weaknesses? What are the limitations with top-of-the-class bats like Landon Hairston and Gavin Kelly? And who are some college arms to be aware of and excited about? —Time Stamps:(0:00) Intro(1:30) Overall thoughts on the college class(5:40) Wha
Fantasy Podcast: Breaking Down Pitching Prospects With Lance Brozdowski
On this week's Fantasy Podcast, Geoff Pontes is joined by Lance Brozdowski. The two take in-depth looks at six intriguing pitching prospects.(00:00) Lance and Geoff are back together, like it's old times(07:30) Liam Doyle(13:00) Jonathan Santucci(19:30) Sabdiel Delzine(28:00) Jamie Arnold (37:00) Kendry Chourio(43:00) Cade HunterUse our code for 10% off your next order of MLB tickets on Se
Prospect Podcast: Are The Cards Ready To Contend?
On this week's Prospect Podcast, we're talking all about the St. Louis Cardinals. The Cards rank No. 2 on our recently updated farm system rankings. Ian Cundall, Geoff Pontes and JJ Cooper take a look at where the Cardinals stand as far as big league talent and close-to-the-majors prospects.(00:00) Joshua Baez's first game was incredible, why he's still riding a very tricky line to
September Call-Ups And Rookie Of The Year Races | Hot Sheet Show Ep. 119
On this week's Hot Sheet Show, Jacob Rudner, J.J. Cooper and Geoff Pontes take a look at a few prospects still in the minors who could come up to impact the playoff races. And we take a look at how the AL and NL Rookie of the Year races are shaping up. Plus we answer your questions.(00:40) Kade Anderson Has Been Exceptional(05:00) Could the Dodgers bring up Josue De Paula?(07:30) Why isn't
How To Build A Better Baseball Broadcast
It's a different podcast this week, as JJ Cooper talks with Bradenton Marauders Manager of Game Presentation & Marketing Brian Spradlin about what are the keys to a quality baseball broadcast. The Marauders have one of the best TV productions in the minor leagues, Cooper and Spradlin get into how they got there, and what they have learned along the way.(00:00) How JJ and Brian got connecte
Prospect Podcast: Prospects Climbing In Our August Top 30 Update
On this week's Prospect Podcast, Ian Cundall and JJ Cooper take a look at some of the prospects who made the biggest jumps on our August Team Top 30 Prospects rankings update.(0:45) What Did We Learn From This Top 30 Update?(02:30) How The Orioles Farm System Has Been Transformed(07:15) How The Rays Showed The Value Of Prospect Depth(13:00) A Royals OF Prospect Who Made A Massive Jump(21:00) A
College Podcast: How College Baseball Recruiting Has Changed
Baseball America National College Reporter Jacob Rudner is joined by Editor-In-Chief JJ Cooper to discuss how college baseball recruiting has evolved in recent years. Rudner and Cooper take a look at the influence of NIL and the transfer portal and how college coaches are building their rosters in 2026.(3:19) How the value of Area Code Games has evolved(8:03) Why regionality no longer matters as m
Breaking Down The Latest Top 30 Updates | Hot Sheet Show Ep. 118
On this week's Hot Sheet Show, Jacob Rudner, J.J. Cooper and Ian Cundall talk all about BA's final in-season Top 30 Prospect ranking update of the season. We break down which players and orgs are on the rise, plus lots more.The Hot Sheet Show airs live on the BA YouTube channel every Tuesday at 3 p.m. Give us a sub, and we'll see you then!Time Stamps(0:00) Introduction (0:58) Biggest c
Draft Podcast: Looking At The 2027 and 2028 High School Classes
On this week's Draft Podcast, Ben Badler joins JJ Cooper to discuss the next two high school draft classes. How do these two classes stack up, and why are Dylan Seward and Flip Watters at the top of the rankings?(00:00) The challenges of evaluating underclassmen(10:00) Why ranking No. 1 right now really means something(11:00) This 2027 class has plenty of shortstops(13:00) Evaluating No. 1 202
Fantasy Podcast: Mid-Summer Top 500 Dynasty Update
The Fantasy podcast returns with a vengeance this week as Dylan White returns to the show with Geoff Pontes to discuss the mid-summer Dynasty Top 500 update. The boys dig into ten players with big green up arrows heading into your fantasy trade deadline.(2:00) Trade Deadline Thoughts(5:00) Which players saw the biggest fantasy value boost following the trade deadline?(11:00) Michael Harris' pr
Who Won The MLB Trade Deadline? | Hot Sheet Show Ep. 117
On this week's Hot Sheet Show, Jacob Rudner, J.J. Cooper, Ian Cundall and Geoff Pontes react to the MLB trade deadline, breaking down standout moves, questionable trades and more. Plus, we talk about George Lombard Jr. is heading to the Bronx.The Hot Sheet Show airs live on the BA YouTube channel every Tuesday at 3 p.m. Give us a sub, and we'll see you then!Time Stamps(0:00) Introduction(0
Prospect Podcast: Winners, Losers & Biggest Hauls From The Trade Deadline
Baseball America delivers a comprehensive recap of this year's trade deadline action, with major emphasis on prospect movement of all levels. BA's staff provides analysis on major MLB and MiLB storylines, while also fielding questions from viewers throughout.To get your new wireless plan for just 15 bucks a month, go to MintMobile.com/Territory. That’s it there’s no catch.Our Sponsors:* Ch
Draft Podcast: Recapping The Signing Deadline
JJ and Carlos analyze the 2026 signing deadline for the draft and break down all the numbers you need to know. Why was this year a historic one for the Rockies, what do we think of the Logan Schmidt non-signing, what bonuses surprised or shocked us and what did we get right and wrong in this year’s draft? What are the trends we need to be aware of? All that and more. —Time Stamps:(0:00) Intro and
The Most Pressing Trade Deadline Questions for Every MLB Team
Baseball America's Jacob Rudner, J.J. Cooper and Ian Cundall join forces to prepare you for every scenario, strategy and surprise MLB trade deadline season will bring as August 3 approaches! The BA trio fields questions about trade packages, prospects, buyers & sellers and more!Our Sponsors:* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.com* Check out Quince and use my code quince.com/BA
How Does The Current Top 100 Compare To Previous Lists
On this week's Prospect Podcast, JJ Cooper, Ian Cundall and Geoff Pontes discuss how the current Top 100 Prospects list compares to other recent ones, and some of the challenges and improvements we've made to our rankings.(00:00) Comparing the current Top 100 to recent Top 100s(02:30) Why last offseason's Top 100 was better(05:15) The strengths and weaknesses of the current class(07:00
College Podcast: ABS Is Coming, Breaking Down Top Transfer Classes
Baseball America National College Reporter Jacob Rudner is joined by Editor In Chief JJ Cooper to discuss the College Baseball Rules Committee's vote to bring ABS to college ball starting in 2027. Rudner and Cooper also take a closer look at the top three transfer classes in the country: Tennessee, LSU and Texas.(2:30) Final takeaways from the 2026 MLB Draft(6:00) ABS is coming to college(11:5
Answering Your MLB Trade Deadline Questions | Hot Sheet Show Ep. 116
On this week's Hot Sheet Show, J.J. Cooper, Ian Cundall and Geoff Pontes answer your burning questions in advance of the 2026 MLB trade deadline.BA's Trade Deadline Home PageThe Hot Sheet Show airs live on the BA YouTube channel every Tuesday at 3 p.m. Give us a sub, and we'll see you then!Time Stamps(0:00) Introduction(1:35) Have teams gotten too cautious around the trade deadline?(6:
Fantasy Podcast: 2026 FYPD Rankings Review
This week the Baseball America Fantasy podcast returns as host Geoff Pontes is joined by Jacob Rudner to discuss the 2026 draft class. We released out first FYPD ranking of the season on Thursday and Geoff and Jacob dive into some of the top players and decisions facing managers.(2:00) Grady Emerson vs. Roch Cholowsky(5:30) Eric Booth Jr.(8:00) Zion Rose.(13:00) Ranking a trio of college stars in
Prospect Podcast: Who's Buying & Selling At The Trade Deadline?
Ian Cundall and JJ Cooper take a look at what could be a wild trade deadline. What teams are buyers? Are there too few sellers?(00:00) Why This Could Be A Wild Trade Deadline(02:00) Trying To Figure Out Who's Buying, Who's Selling(06:00) Why We Suggest Making Plenty Of Trades(17:30) The Cubs Have Redundant Talent(21:30) What Should The Dodgers Do(31:00) Why The Rays Could Surprise(37:00) B
Previewing The 2026 MLB Trade Deadline | Hot Sheet Show Ep. 115
On this week's Hot Sheet Show, J.J Cooper, Ian Cundall and Geoff Pontes get ready for the MLB trade deadline, which is scheduled for 6:00 p.m. ET on Monday, Aug. 3, with looks at both leagues and potential trades.Bookmark BA's Trade Deadline TrackerThe Hot Sheet Show airs live on the BA YouTube channel every Tuesday at 3 p.m. Give us a sub, and we'll see you then!Time Stamps(0:00) Intr
Draft Podcast: Previewing The 2027 Draft Class
The 2026 draft is in the rearview mirror, so JJ and Carlos preview what to expect with the 2027 class, which scouts are starting to bear down on this summer.—Time Stamps:(0:00) Intro/Banter(4:15) The 2027 draft is what?(7:30) Some of the top names in the class(10:00) What’s the biggest question with Dylan Seward?(14:30) Questions with the top college players(20:00) High school pitching questions(2
College Podcast: Post-Draft Recruiting Class Breakdowns
Baseball America national college reporter Jacob Rudner is joined by BA prospect writer and high school baseball expert Ben Badler to assess some of the nation's top recruiting classes in the aftermath of the 2026 MLB Draft.(1:33) Explaining BA’s new star-system(6:04) How high schoolers fared in the draft(7:55) The influence of NIL(12:35) Vanderbilt’s class looks excellent despite losses(18:50
Prospect Podcast: Which Futures Gamers Stood Out
Ian Cundall and JJ Cooper were at the Futures Game from the first moment of BP to the final out. They take an in-depth look at which prospects jumped out at the mid-season prospect showcase.(00:00) Why The Futures Game Is Awesome(07:45) Which Pitchers Stood Out(16:30) Which Hitters Stood OutUse code foul50off to get 50% off and free daily greens per box, with new subscription only, while supplies
Breaking Down The 2026 MLB Draft | Hot Sheet Show Ep. 114
On a special Monday edition of the Hot Sheet Show, Carlos Collazo, Ben Badler and J.J. Cooper recap all the draft action from this past weekend, including top 10 takeaways, classes we loved, how to fix the broadcast and lots more.The Hot Sheet Show airs live on the BA YouTube channel every Tuesday at 3 p.m. Give us a sub, and we'll see you then!Time Stamps(0:00) Introduction (1:15) Carlos'
2026 MLB Draft Day 2 Live Reaction, Analysis & More
BA staffers J.J. Cooper and Jacob Rudner react to the second and final day of the 2026 MLB Draft, covering rounds five through 20. The BA duo fields questions pertaining to the St. Louis Cardinals, Atlanta Braves, Athletics, Los Angeles Dodgers, Kansas City Royals, Chicago White Sox, Colorado Rockies, Arizona Diamondbacks, Miami Marlins and more!Our Sponsors:* Check out Progressive: https://www.pr
2026 MLB Draft Day 1 Live Reactions, Favorite Hauls & More
Baseball America staffers J.J. Cooper, Jacob Rudner and Carlos Collazo react to the first day of the 2026 MLB Draft with analysis on multiple teams' draft hauls, strategies and missteps.Our Sponsors:* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.com* Check out Quince and use my code quince.com/BA2022 for a great deal: https://www.quince.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsP
Prospect Podcast: Who Tops Our Farm System Rankings?
On this week's Prospect Podcast, JJ Cooper, Geoff Pontes, Ian Cundall and Josh Norris talk about the top farm systems in baseball, fresh off our updated Organization Talent Rankings.(00:00) How We Do These Rankings(03:00) Why The Brewers Rank No. 1?(14:00) The Rays Aren't That Far Behind(18:00) The Dodgers Are Rolling, As Usual(25:00) The Nationals Are Higher Than They've Been In Years
MLB Draft Prospects We're Not Sleeping On For 2026 | Hot Sheet Show Ep. 113
On this week's Hot Sheet Show, Jacob Rudner, Geoff Pontes and Ian Cundall talk about a number of trending topics, including BA's new farm system talent rankings, Luis Lara's callup, the Futures Game this weekend, draft week news and updates,The Hot Sheet Show airs live on the BA YouTube channel every Tuesday at 3 p.m. Give us a sub, and we'll see you then!Time Stamps(0:00) Introduc
The ULTIMATE 2026 MLB Draft Preview For All 30 Teams
Ben and Carlos are joined by JJ Cooper for a hybrid Future Projection/draft podcast breaking down everything we know or are hearing about the top of the 2026 draft. We talk through possibilities and players for each team’s first pick, talk about org tendencies, system strengths and weaknesses and try to get a better understanding of how the draft could unfold to get you ready for draft day. —Time
Breaking Down Our Final 2026 Staff Draft
To preview the 2026 MLB Draft, we held our final staff draft of the draft season, picking the top 75 picks. Even more than the order, this gives us a chance to talk about the vast majority of players who will go in the top two rounds on Saturday in the MLB Draft.(02:30) Roch Cholowsky, SS(03:15) Vahn Lackey, C(05:15) Grady Emerson, SS(07:35) Jackson Flora, RHP(09:30) Eric Booth, Jr., OF(11:00) Tyl
Draft Podcast: Draft Day Sleepers We’re Excited About
JJ and Carlos get out of the first two rounds and talk about players they are interested in deeper on the draft board. —Time Stamps:(0:00) Intro and opening banter(06:20) Jason DeCaro, RHP, North Carolina(13:00) Camden Johnson, 3B, Oklahoma(18:20) Elliot Lascelles, SS, Upper Canada College HS, Toronto, Ont.(22:30) Peyton Bonds, OF, Rutgers(27:00) Jaxon Willits, SS, Oklahoma(32:00) Andruw Giles, OF
July Top 100 Prospects Rankings Update
We have updated our Top 100 Prospect rankings for July, so for today's Prospect Podcast Ian Cundall and JJ Cooper take a look at six prospects who rose significantly or joined the rankings this month.(00:00) Rays OF Theo Gillen(07:15) Braves OF Eric Hartman(17:15) Cubs OF Josiah Hartshorn(23:15) Guardians OF Jaison Chourio(28:00) Orioles LHP Joseph Dzierwa(34:00) Brewers OF Alexander FriasUse
College Podcast: Dissecting And Explaining What's Going On With The Portal
We're back for our first offseason college podcast of the summer, and with the transfer portal closing, we take a look at everything going on in the portal.(00:00) Explaining The Transfer Portal And Everything That's Changed This Year(26:40) Which Schools Have Made The Most Of The Portal And Who Is Hurting?(38:40) Why Are Players Who Are Likely To Be Drafted Going Into The Portal?SEAT GEEK
Breaking Down The 5.0 MLB Mock Draft, Helium Players & More | Hot Sheet Show Ep. 112
On this week's Hot Sheet Show, J.J. Cooper, Carlos Collazo and Ben Badler dive headfirst into the 2026 MLB draft with a look at our latest mock, helium names to watch and lots of viewer questions ahead of the big day in a couple weekends.The Hot Sheet Show airs live on the BA YouTube channel every Tuesday at 3 p.m. Give us a sub, and we'll see you then!Time Stamps(0:00) Introduction(0:45)
Draft Podcast: The Case For No. 1
JJ Cooper and Carlos Collazo make the 1-1 case for each of the top three players in the 2026 draft class.Which is most compelling to you: The proven college shortstop with big tools? The outlier catcher athlete with a huge power surge this spring? Or the impeccable pure-hitting prep shortstop with a lefthanded swing to dream on? —Time Stamps:(0:40) The premise(1:50) The case for Roch Cholowsky(14:
Prospect Podcast: Prospects Bouncing Back
On this week's Prospect Podcast, Ian Cundall and JJ Cooper discuss a pair of Top 100 Prospects who slid down our rankings in the first half of the 2026 season, but who are both bouncing back now.(00:00) Why Ranking Prospects Is Hard, But Fun(02:30) Why Red Sox RHP Kyson Witherspoon Took A Step Back(09:10) Why Witherspoon's Season Has Turned Around(14:35) Why Tigers SS Bryce Rainer Got Off
MLB's Proposed Draft Changes, Teams To Watch At The Trade Deadline & More | Hot Sheet Show Ep. 111
On this week's Hot Sheet Show, J.J. Cooper, Geoff Pontes & Ian Cundall discuss MiLB player of the year candidates, teams that could be active in prospect-driven trades at the deadline and the ramifications of MLB's recent draft changes proposal.The Hot Sheet Show airs live on the BA YouTube channel every Tuesday at 3 p.m. Give us a sub, and we'll see you then!Time Stamps(0:00) Intr
Draft Podcast: Analyzing MLB's Plan To Alter The MLB Draft
We're taking a bit of a different approach on this week's Baseball America Draft Podcast. With the news breaking Thursday of MLB's proposal to significantly overhaul the MLB draft, eliminating high school player eligibility along with many other changes, JJ Cooper, Carlos Collazo and Jacob Rudner share what they've heard from their reporting about what this would mean.(00:00) Carlo
College Podcast: College World Series Finals Preview
To get you ready for the College World Series Finals series, Jacob Rudner and JJ Cooper take an in-depth look at both Oklahoma and North Carolina. What are each team's strengths and weaknesses? What could be the difference? We cover it all on the latest Baseball America College Podcast.(00:00) Scouting Oklahoma(13:40) Scouting North Carolina(30:00) What Would Winning Mean For Each Team(34:30)
Fantasy Podcast: Seven Complex League Standouts To Target
The Baseball America Fantasy Podcast returns with hosts Geoff Pontes and Ian Cundall for a quick run through of some complex league players to pay attention to and buy in on heading into the summer. We talk a few pitchers, a bunch of position talent and even a two-way standout.(1:30) Discussing the pros and cons of the recent MLB proposal with wide-sweeping draft changes.(16:00) Red Sox complex ca
Prospect Podcast: Six Pop-Up Players Standing Out In 2026
On this week's Prospect Podcast, Geoff Pontes, JJ Cooper and Ian Cundall discuss a slew of prospects who are having exceptional seasons. Many of these prospects weren't on Top 30s coming into the season, but they're having seasons worth a second look. Why are we still skeptical with some, and which breakouts do we think have staying power.(02:00) Owen Ayers, C, Cubs(13:00) Manuel Pena,
Giants LHP Luis De La Torre Joins & MLB Prospect Promotions To Know | Hot Sheet Show Ep. 110
On this week's Hot Sheet Show, J.J. Cooper, Geoff Pontes & Ian Cundall break down prospects getting promotions and players who could be next before welcoming Giants lefthander Luis De La Torre to the show.The Hot Sheet Show airs live on the BA YouTube channel every Tuesday at 3 p.m. Give us a sub, and we'll see you then!Time Stamps(0:00) Introduction(1:00) Prospects on the move(4:30) P
Draft Podcast: An Alternate Mock Draft
JJ Cooper and Carlos Collazo talk about potential pick scenarios that might not be the most likely, but could be real possibilities on draft day. How does the board get shaken up if a few teams opt for less likely options within the first few picks? The two work 10 picks down the board to talk through those scenarios in today’s “alternate mock draft” podcast.—Time Stamps:(1:45) What is happening w
Prospect Podcast: Two Systems On The Rise
Geoff Pontes, Ian Cundall and JJ Cooper are talking about a pair of farm systems that have impressed in the first two months of the season. The Braves and Dodgers have both seen multiple players move up or join the Top 100 Prospects rankings. We discuss what's happening.(00:00) How The Braves Have Taken A Step Forward(02:00) Eric Hartman, Tate Southisene, Briggs McKenzie And Others To Know(07:
College Podcast: College World Series Preview
Jacob Rudner, Geoff Pontes and JJ Cooper get you ready for the 2026 College World Series with looks at all eight clubs.(00:00) Super Regional Wrap-up(12:00) College World Series Preview(12:30) Troy Preview(16:30) West Virginia Preview(22:50) North Carolina Preview(29:50) Ole Miss Preview (36:45) Alabama Preview(44:00) Oklahoma Preview(49:40) Georgia Preview(59:00) Texas Preview(65:00) CWS Predicti
College World Series Field Set, Mock Draft 4.0 & More | Hot Sheet Show Ep. 109
On this week's Hot Sheet Show, J.J. Cooper, Carlos Collazo and Jacob Rudner break down the College World Series field, talk about BA's latest mock draft and answer your viewer questions.The Hot Sheet Show airs live on the BA YouTube channel every Tuesday at 3 p.m. Give us a sub, and we'll see you then!Time Stamps(0:00) Introduction(1:15) Breaking down the CWS field(6:20) Best draft pro
Draft Podcast: Five Prospects We Like Even More After Deep Dives
JJ asks Carlos about five 2026 draft prospects who stood out to him during the final report-writing process for our draft preview magazine. The two dig into why the profiles are appealing and where they might fit on draft day. You can pre-order this year’s draft preview magazine here. —Time Stamps:(00:00) What Is In The Draft Preview Issue(05:20) Trevor Condon(10:40) Zion Rose(17:05) Jack Radel(23
Prospect Podcast: Explaining Our Top 100 Prospects Update
With the start of a new month, it's time for us to do another comprehensive update of our MLB Top 100 Prospects rankings. On today's Prospect Podcast, Josh Norris, Ian Cundall and JJ Cooper discuss some of the players who made significant moves up and also talk about why some other prospects moved down.(00:00) What's different about the June Top 100 update(08:00) Franklin Arias' ri
NCAA Tournament Upsets & Top 100 Updates | Hot Sheet Show Ep. 108
On this week's Hot Sheet Show, J.J. Cooper, Geoff Pontes and Jacob Rudner discuss key NCAA Tournament developments and preview BA's latest in-season Top 100 Prospects update.The Hot Sheet Show airs live on the BA YouTube channel every Tuesday at 3 p.m. Give us a sub, and we'll see you then!Time Stamps(0:00) Introduction (1:15) End of college games for top draft prospects (4:15) Surpris
College Podcast: Looking Ahead To NCAA Super Regionals
It was a wonderful and wild weekend of NCAA Regionals. Geoff Pontes, Jacob Rudner and JJ Cooper wrap up what happened, winners and losers from last weekend and look ahead to the Super Regionals and beyond.(00:00) Why This Year Is Different(02:00) Cinderellas Abound Is This A Sign That There's More Parity?(07:15) JJ was wrong about a CWS concern(14:45) Explaining the ACC's horrible weekend(
Fantasy Podcast: Top 500 Dynasty May Update
This week on the Baseball America Fantasy Podcast hosts Dylan White and Geoff Pontes get into the weeds on their recent update to the Dynasty 500 and Fantasy Prospects 400. (5:00) Jacob Misiorowski budding ace?(8:00) Jesus Made the top prospect in baseball for good reason.(13:00) Cam Schlittler continues to climb.(16:00) Kyle Schwarber the new David Ortiz?(20:00) Franklin Arias(23:00) AJ Ewing(27:
Risers To Know In Our BA 500 Draft Update
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On this week's Hot Sheet Show, Jacob Rudner, Carlos Collazo and Ben Badler break down everything to know about about Baseball America's latest MLB mock draft 3.0.The Hot Sheet Show airs live on the BA YouTube channel every Tuesday at 3 p.m. Give us a sub, and we'll see you then!Time Stamps(0:00) Introduction(1:00) 1-1 in the new mock(5:45) Could Roch Cholowsky fall?(7:45) High school p
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