Seattle Mariners make the offseason's first major splash, locking up Josh Naylor with a five-year deal. Could this aggressive move signal a legitimate championship push in the AL West? Sully breaks down why the Mariners' early commitment to Naylor demonstrates serious intent, analyzing his clutch ALCS performance where he hit .417 with three home runs against Toronto. The discussion covers Seattle's narrow World Series miss, their pitching depth with Luis Castillo and Logan Gilbert, and how this signing positions them against a potentially declining Houston Astros squad. Sullivan also critiques MLB's inaugural awards show hosted by Roy Wood Jr. and Mookie Betts, arguing the league missed a golden opportunity by excluding MVP and Cy Young announcements. A fascinating historical segment reveals how the St. Louis Cardinals nearly relocated to Houston in the 1950s before Anheuser Busch's intervention, while Bill Veeck's Browns ultimately became the Baltimore Orioles. Discover why this Mariners move could reshape the American League playoff picture and learn the untold story that almost changed baseball geography forever.

Aaron Judge edges Cal Raleigh in the closest American League MVP race in decades, winning by just four first-place votes. Two voters switching their ballots would have created baseball's first AL MVP tie ever. Judge dominated traditional stats—leading the league in batting average, home runs (53), RBIs, and OPS—while his "slump" months still produced elite numbers. Raleigh countered with 60 home runs as a Gold Glove catcher, a position where offensive production carries premium value, while leading Seattle to a division title. The episode dismantles East Coast bias claims by examining Derek Jeter's MVP history and breaks down Shohei Ohtani's fourth unanimous National League MVP win. A deep examination of WAR statistics reveals surprising discrepancies, including Geraldo Perdomo's league-leading defensive metrics that don't align with traditional offensive output. Discover why this MVP debate represents everything compelling about modern baseball analytics and traditional evaluation methods colliding.

Tarik Skubal and Paul Skenes claim 2025 Cy Young Awards, but their franchises face critical decisions that could define baseball's competitive landscape. The Detroit Tigers and Pittsburgh Pirates stand at crossroads with their ace pitchers. Skubal's unanimous AL victory and Skenes' dominant NL performance should spark championship ambitions, not trade discussions. The Tigers possess an 87-win core featuring Spencer Torkelson and Riley Green, needing only modest additions to contend in a wide-open American League. Meanwhile, the Pirates' offensive futility wastes Skenes' generational talent—a team that can't support a pitcher posting a 1.97 ERA with 216 strikeouts. The solution? A $27 million investment in nine capable hitters could transform Pittsburgh from perennial cellar-dweller to playoff contender. Commissioner Rob Manfred faces a direct challenge: recruit five megalomaniacal billionaires willing to revitalize struggling franchises in Pittsburgh, Detroit, Miami, Cleveland, and Sacramento. Discover why keeping elite pitchers beats trading them, and how baseball's ownership crisis threatens the sport's competitive integrity.

Pat Murphy and Stephen Vogt claim Manager of the Year honors for the second straight season. But does their repeat victory expose a troubling pattern in baseball's competitive landscape? The Milwaukee Brewers posted the best regular season record in baseball despite bottom-tier payroll, while the Cleveland Guardians mounted a historic comeback from 11 games back on September 4th. Both franchises continue operating with payrolls in the bottom third of MLB, even as championship windows remain wide open. The analysis breaks down why the Manager of the Year award consistently rewards "overachieving" teams rather than those meeting high expectations, and examines the payroll crisis facing competitive clubs. With Cleveland's title drought stretching back to 1948 and Milwaukee's to 1957, the discussion challenges both organizations to invest in their rosters before these opportunities vanish. Discover why these back-to-back wins reveal more about ownership failures than managerial excellence, and what it means for baseball's competitive balance.

Drake Baldwin and Nick Kurtz claim 2024 MLB Rookie of the Year honors, but their wins signal something bigger for the Braves and A's. Can these young stars anchor championship runs? Baldwin's .810 OPS and 19 home runs give Atlanta a foundational piece alongside Ronald Acuña Jr. and Matt Olson as new manager Walt Weiss takes over. Kurtz's unanimous AL victory—36 homers, 1.002 OPS—pairs with Jacob Wilson's breakout to form a dangerous young core. The discussion tackles Atlanta's bounce-back potential after a disappointing 76-86 season, Oakland's surprising depth of rookie talent, and why the Sacramento A's branding matters more than you think for building lasting fan connections. Milwaukee's four Rookie of the Year vote-getters prove the power of farm system development, while Miami's failure to capitalize on young talent like Augustine Ramirez shows the cost of constant rebuilding. Discover why having "your guy" defines baseball fandom and which teams are positioned to contend through youth.

Cleveland Guardians pitchers Emmanuel Clase and Luis Ortiz face indictment on gambling charges related to rigging pitch bets. Could this scandal rival the 1919 Black Sox? The episode examines why gambling poses a greater threat to baseball's integrity than performance-enhancing drugs, exploring how Clase's dominant regular season—just 5 earned runs allowed—contrasted sharply with his postseason collapse that saw him surrender 8 runs. Historical parallels emerge through suspected fixes in the 1914, 1918, and 1919 World Series, revealing a pattern that makes fans question what's legitimate on the field. The discussion tackles Pete Rose's lifetime ban, arguing that betting introduces motivations beyond winning while PED users like Barry Bonds and Roger Clemens were still trying to gain competitive advantages. Discover why the fundamental assumption that players are trying to win matters more than any other aspect of the game's integrity.

Pittsburgh Pirates and Miami Marlins face a defining moment as Japanese superstar Munetaka Murakami enters MLB free agency. While big-market teams like the New York Yankees, Los Angeles Dodgers, and New York Mets circle, two unexpected contenders should make aggressive moves. The Pirates possess Paul Skenes , the National League's best pitcher and likely Cy Young winner at just 24 years old. With Skenes under team control for four more years and the NL Central wide open, Pittsburgh must surround their ace with major league talent. The Marlins finished 79-83 but showed flashes of contention with young stars and elite pitching. Both franchises accept revenue sharing yet consistently field bottom-dwelling rosters, wasting competitive windows and betraying fan trust. This breakdown challenges the small-market narrative, exposing ownership failures and arguing why these teams can compete without matching Dodgers spending. The analysis covers Murakami's power potential, competitive balance realities, and the looming work stoppage threatening baseball's future. Discover why these overlooked franchises must act now or waste generational talent.

Barry Bonds, Roger Clemens, and Alex Rodriguez deserve Hall of Fame induction. The hypocrisy? David Ortiz and Pudge Rodriguez are already enshrined despite PED connections. Host Sully breaks down the double standard plaguing Cooperstown, arguing that voter bias—not steroids—keeps certain players out while others slide through. The discussion covers Fernando Valenzuela's Veterans Committee candidacy, the 2025 ballot featuring Carlos Beltran and Andrew Jones, and why Bonds was baseball's best player even before his transformation. Sully proposes a controversial solution: induct all PED-era stars simultaneously in "one big gulp." The episode also examines the San Diego Padres' surprising hire of Craig Stammon as manager, an inexperienced choice for a franchise desperate to capture its first World Series title. With Manny Machado leading a championship-caliber roster, can a company man with no managerial track record deliver results? Tune in for this passionate take on baseball's most contentious debate and what it means for the sport's future.

MLB awards season heats up with razor-thin MVP races and critical managerial decisions reshaping the league. Aaron Judge's dominant .331/.457/.688 slash line with 53 home runs faces off against Cal Raleigh's two-way excellence in an American League MVP battle too close to call. Host Sully breaks down Gold Glove winners, Cy Young frontrunners Tarik Skubal and Paul Skeens, and Manager of the Year predictions for Stephen Vogt and Pat Murphy. The discussion covers recent managerial hirings across multiple organizations, including Derek Shelton's move to Minnesota and Craig Albernaz's surprising Baltimore appointment. Sully delivers urgent advice for the Tigers and Pirates: sign your elite talent immediately or risk losing franchise cornerstones. Key topics include the historical significance of the recent World Series finish, Rookie of the Year contenders, and why teams must invest revenue sharing money to build competitive rosters. Discover which awards predictions hit the mark and which front offices are making critical mistakes this offseason.

Dodgers capture World Series Game 7 in historic fashion as Yoshinobu Yamamoto delivers the clutch performance nobody saw coming. Was this the greatest World Series game ever played? Host Sully breaks down the dramatic Dodgers victory over the Blue Jays, reading passionate fan reactions debating the game's place in baseball history. The discussion examines Yamamoto's closing performance, Miguel Rojas's game-tying home run, and the strategic decisions that shaped the outcome. Key topics include connecting baseball's past to present through legendary moments, analyzing manager John Schneider's controversial choices in extra innings, and addressing the salary cap debate sparked by Los Angeles's championship roster construction. Sully admits his wrong playoff predictions, explores dynasty fatigue concerns, and celebrates an unprecedented postseason featuring seven winner-take-all games.

Los Angeles Dodgers claim back-to-back World Series titles in what might be the greatest Game 7 ever played. But the Toronto Blue Jays came within literal inches—not strikes, inches—of winning it all. Sully breaks down the physics-defying ninth inning where Miguel Rojas's throw home, Will Smith's toe placement on the plate, and a collision between Andy Pages and Enrique Hernandez all had to happen at the exact right millisecond for the Dodgers to survive. Vladimir Guerrero Jr., Yoshinobu Yamamoto, and Shohei Otani delivered performances that will define the 2025 playoffs, while the Blue Jays suffered a loss that will haunt the franchise until they win their first championship. The analysis covers how this Game 7 compares to historic classics from 1991, 2001, 2014, and 2016, plus what this devastating defeat means for Toronto's future. Discover why this game surpassed even the 18-inning marathon from earlier in the series and hear the moment-by-moment breakdown of baseball's most dramatic finish.

The Los Angeles Dodgers rallied to force extra innings and took down the Toronto Blue Jays to win their second consecutive World Series, the first time that's happened since the New York Yankees in 2000.

Los Angeles Dodgers force Game 7 after defeating Toronto Blue Jays 3-1 in a tense World Series showdown. Will Shohei Ohtani take the mound in the decisive game, or will Max Scherzer get the call? Host Sully breaks down Mookie Betts' clutch two-run single that broke his series slump, Yamamoto's dominant six-inning performance, and the controversial ninth-inning ground rule double that left Toronto one swing away from tying the game. The analysis covers Addison Barger's heartbreaking pickoff that ended the Blue Jays' rally, potential Game 7 pitching matchups, and MVP candidates including Ohtani (.318 average, 1.364 OPS), Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (.360 average, two home runs), and Yamamoto (1.20 ERA). Sully provides historical context on teams throughout baseball history that came within one swing of World Series glory but fell short, from the 1962 Giants to the 2016 Cleveland Indians. Discover which player will wake up November 1st not knowing they're about to become immortal in baseball history.

Toronto Blue Jays stun Los Angeles Dodgers with dominant pitching and fundamental baseball. Can they close out their first championship since Joe Carter's legendary home run? Brayden Ewasko and Carter Fuerst of Locked on Blue Jays join Sully to talk about the eve of Game 6 of the World Series. The Blue Jays lead the World Series 3-2 against the heavily favored Dodgers, with rookie Trey Savage setting strikeout records and the starting rotation silencing a lineup featuring Shohei Ohtani, Freddie Freeman, and Mookie Betts. The Dodgers have managed just 5 runs in 31 innings since Game 3, exposing a complete offensive collapse. The discussion covers Toronto's 2015 Royals-style approach, John Schneider's strategic roster management, and the veteran leadership from Max Scherzer, Vladimir Guerrero Jr., and George Springer. Key topics include the team's off-the-charts chemistry, their smart offensive tactics that have confused Los Angeles all series, and why this Blue Jays squad deserves recognition as legitimately elite rather than a Cinderella story. Discover how Toronto's selfless, fundamental approach has neutralized baseball's most expensive roster and what needs to happen in Game 6 against Yamamoto.

The 121st World Series returned to Toronto Friday night and the Los Angeles Dodgers stayed alive with a 3-1 victory over the Toronto Blue Jays to force a decisive Game 7 Saturday night at Rogers Centre. Yoshinobu Yamamoto earned his 2nd Win of the World Series with 7 Innings of 1-run baseball.   -----

The Toronto Blue Jays took over Chavez Ravine, winning two out of three games in Dodger Stadium to have a 3-2 lead over the Los Angeles Dodgers. Can they complete the drill and win the champioinship, or will LA find enough offense to rally for back-to-back championships?

Toronto Blue Jays stun Los Angeles Dodgers 6-1 in Game 5, taking commanding 3-2 World Series lead. Can Trey Yesavage's 12-strikeout masterpiece propel the Blue Jays to their first championship since 1993? Sully breaks down Yesavage's dominant seven-inning performance that silenced critics and exposed the Dodgers' bullpen vulnerabilities once again. The analysis covers Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s relentless MVP-caliber hitting, Shohei Ohtani's historic postseason numbers, and Blake Snell's redemption effort despite another bullpen collapse. Key discussions include viewer insights about the 18-inning marathon game, the impact of missing Blue Jays hitters on that contest, and why momentum narratives failed after Game 3's devastating loss. The episode examines three potential World Series MVP candidates—Ohtani, Guerrero Jr., and Yoshinobu Yamamoto—while addressing modern baseball rule changes, historical trivia about World Series-clinching pitchers, and the Blue Jays' remarkable resilience throughout October. Tune in for comprehensive World Series analysis and discover why this underestimated Toronto squad stands one victory away from baseball immortality.

Toronto Blue Jays stun Los Angeles Dodgers 6-2 in Game 4 as Vladimir Guerrero Jr. delivers a clutch two-run homer. Can the Blue Jays ride this momentum to their first championship since 1993? Host Paul Francis Sullivan (Sully) breaks down Guerrero Jr.'s game-changing performance that answered Shohei Ohtani's historic 18-inning showcase from Game 3. The analysis covers Shane Bieber's effective pitching, Chris Bassett's crucial relief work, and the Blue Jays' strategic bullpen management after the marathon previous game. Sullivan delivers sharp criticism of Dave Roberts' decision to keep Blake Treinen on the Dodgers roster despite his 50% on-base rate allowed this postseason. The discussion explores what defines a truly "great" World Series game, comparing this series to classic elimination battles from 1991, 2011, and 2016. Sullivan also examines three championship teams that won on October 28th throughout history, including the 1981 Dodgers, 1989 Oakland Athletics, and 1995 Atlanta Braves. Tune in for expert analysis on whether Blake Snell can deliver for the Dodgers in Game 5 or if this series is headed to a winner-take-all showdown.