In this episode of Big League Dreaming, John Gonzalez and his sons Zak and Ty discuss the latest updates in Major League Baseball, including teams that are trending up and down. The Seattle Mariners, Philadelphia Phillies, New York Mets, Los Angeles Angels and Toronto Blue Jays enter the discussion, as well as the Detroit Tigers.

They also preview the College World Series, which begins June 13, and highlight key teams and players to watch. The conversation flows naturally between family dynamics and baseball insights, making for an engaging and informative episode.

Takeaways

• The Mets are currently performing well after a slow start.

• The Blue Jays are making a strong push in the AL East.

• The Mariners are struggling with injuries and performance.

• The Phillies have had a rough stretch recently.

• The College World Series features teams that haven't been there before.

• LSU is a strong contender in the College World Series.

• The Angels are showing signs of improvement this season.

• The Guardians are facing challenges in their performance.

• The draft season is approaching, with many players to watch.

• Family discussions about baseball create a unique podcast experience.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Big League Dreaming

01:30 MLB Team Updates: Trending Up and Down

03:50 College World Series Overview

07:26 Teams Trending Up: Blue Jays and Mets

12:10 Teams Trending Down: Mariners and Phillies

15:30 Guardians and Other Teams Trending Down

20:42 Final Thoughts and Future Outlook