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• Pitchers and Catchers Report - Aaron Boone – Having Sand kicked in the Face 
• Mark Corbett & Mat Germain discuss spring training, free agents & team expectations.
• Mat analyzes the pitching staffs of various teams, highlighting potential ace pitchers like Cole Ragans and Tarik Skubal.
•  Impact of pitchers like George Kirby and Logan Gilbert for the Seattle Mariners.
• Issues with team owners, focusing on the Oakland A's & their potential move to Las Vegas.
• David Rubenstein's purchase of the Baltimore Orioles & the need for more accountability among team owners.
• Commissioner News:
• Upcoming departure of MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred and speculates on potential replacements, suggesting Kim Ng or Theo Epstein as strong candidates.
• Mat reviews a list of free agents, Brandon Belt, Tommy Pham, Adam Duvall, Eddie Rosario, and Matt Chapman, discussing their potential impact on teams.
• Whit Merrifield's decision to limit himself to second base – Players need to be versatile.
• Mark & Mat discuss why players need to be fluid in different roles. – Mookie Betts & Dodgers example
• Scott Boras impact on the game and team budgets. 
• Boras represents and negotiates for 4 top Free Agents (FA) that have not signed. BBlake Snell's pitching style different than Pedro Martinez or Greg Maddux 
•  potential impact on a team, and his contract negotiations.
• Finding Free Agent landing spots like Cody Bellinger and impact on teams like the Royals, Giants & Cubs.
•   Injury issues affecting teams like the Orioles and how it could impact their roster moves.
•   Toronto Blue Jays arbitration process & its back-handed offer impact with Vlad Guerrero Jr.
•   Spring Training players’ performances will make an impact on team decisions and player careers.
•   Growth of Women’s roles in MLB 
  •  Kim Ng, former Marlins GM, could be the next MLB commissioners
  • Jenny Cavner first woman to become primary play-by-play announcer 

Correction: Blake Snell was not offered an insulting $50,000 bump from the Rays after winning the Cy Young award. He was offered $15,000.
 We must ask “Cy Young just another piece of metal?”
 https://www.cbssports.com/mlb/news/blake-snell-says-its-disappointing-the-rays-only-gave-him-small-raise-after-cy-young-win/ 

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Sabermetrically speaking, it's not great news for the Twins. 

This week, Shohei Ohtani delivered yet another historic performance in which he hit 2 homers and struck out 10. Jake and Jordan break down the unique talent that is Shohei Ohtani and debate over whether he’s more impressive as a pitcher or batter. Then, the boys talk about one of the best teams in baseball, the Atlanta Braves, and the performance of Ronald Acuna Jr. Finally, Daniel Alvarez of El Extrabase joins the guys to talk about the rise of the Miami Marlins and their young stars, including Jazz Chisholm Jr, Eury Perez, and Luis Arraez.

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Lots of hobby news to cover on this week's edition of The Hype, including the upcoming NBA Draft! The guys look back at number 1 picks throughout the years and debate whether or not investing big money in top pick cards is a worthy investment. Plus, Panini announces a replacement for old redemptions, CSG becomes CGC and we look at how the top newsmakers in sports are doing in the hobby in our buy or sell segment.

Rob Manfred addressed the media earlier this week about A’s fans following the “Reverse Boycott”, as well as MLB’s handling of Pride Month. Chelsea Janes of the Washington Post joins Jake and Jordan to break down Manfred’s comments and Major League Baseball's relationship with its fan bases of all demographics, and talk about Manfred’s standing as MLB Commissioner. Plus, Jake, Jordan, and Chelsea touch on the disasters that have been the Kansas City Royals and the St Louis Cardinals, marvel at the unmistakable talent of Shohei Ohtani, and reminisce about a chocolate sauce-covered Dan Uggla.

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The Honourable Lou Schiff shares his wit & wisdom on the Marlins 2023 rise in the National League. Lou and Mark take a look at Luis Arraez, Bryan De La Cruz & Jorge Soler

• Marlins learning how to win this year
• Marlins new manager, Skip Schumaker is making a difference
• Cy Sandy or Sigh Sandy who will show up at the mound
• Marlins are a sleeper team, surprise team just like the Baltimore Orioles were earlier
• Unexpected downfall of the St. Louis Cardinals
• Glory of the Oakland A’s Vida Blue, Rollie Fingers & Joe Rudy
• Oakland A’s fans that feel betrayed
• Jazz Chisolm what happens when he comes back. Marlins are winning without him
• Luis Arraez - Rises Up
•  At this point Marlins have not missed him
• Yuli Gurriel a leader to the team
• Where do you make space for returning players on the roster
• Corey Kluber example in Boston, Cy Young award winner moved to the bullpen
• Marlins Davis is making a difference
• Soler now 2nd in the league for Home Runs, may climb higher as Pete Alonso is temporarily out due to injury
• Marlins Radio - Kyle Sielaff’s call at the Miami Marlins & Chicago Cubs game – https://twitter.com/MarlinsRadio/status/1667996125108879360?s=20
• Miami fans love the game but are fickle 
• Excitement of the WBC
• South Florida incredible last few months in sports – Owls, Hurricaines, Heat & Panthers
• Northeast does not see Florida as a place for a strong baseball team
• How do you stop the Mets from winning . . . give them a baseball bat Will
• Will Marlins unload Jazz for new prospect
• Oakland A’s have been playing at a 500 level for the last few games
• Sixto Sanchez will he come back this year – the roster is full – no need
• Trades this season Will Marlins unload Jazz and Trevor Story for new prospects
• Oakland A’s have been playing at a 500 level for the last few games
• Mark picks 3 potential Tampa Bay Rays for All-Star game – Randy Arozarena, Shane McClanahan & Yandy Diaz 
• Is Zach Eflin human? – how did he evolve to where he is. Local boy?
• Fans are perking up in Miami & ready to return to see the Marlins
• Lou teaches Baseball Law classes at Mitchell Hamline & the St. Paul Saints
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Jake and Jordan celebrate the Marlins first ever cycle, which was fittingly hit by one of the most entertaining players in baseball Luis Arraez. Then, the boys dig into the ridiculous story about the Yankees bat boy and his problematic hair, and break down the best home run celebrations in baseball. Next, San Diego Padres pitcher Brent Honeywell joins the show to talk about his health after an injury-riddled half decade, his impressive screwball, and his love of Waffle House. Finally, the boys open the inbox and dive into some listener e-mails.

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Jake and Jordan begin the episode by recapping the latest action from the WBC, including Cuba’s win over Australia in the quarter finals. Then, the boys dive into their division previews, starting with the NL East (21:00). They break down how each team fared in 2022, how successful their winter was, five big questions heading into the season, their over-under win totals, and more. Plus, Fox Sports' Deesha Thosar stops by to talk all things Mets.

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