Jump into the chaos with "The Bat Flip Podcast" for our ultimate 2026 MLB Trade Deadline Primer! With the deadline set for August 3 at 6 p.m. ET, we’re breaking down every major storyline, rumor, and prediction as teams scramble to buy or sell. Will the Detroit Tigers trade two-time Cy Young winner Tarik Skubal? We analyze the massive demand from the Brewers, Rays, Dodgers, and more. Plus, is Mason Miller staying with the Padres or headed to the Yankees, Mariners, or Pirates? We cover the hottest MLB trade targets, including CJ Abrams, Ryan Jeffers, Luis Arraez, and key starters like Reid Detmers. Get the full breakdown of buyers vs. sellers, from aggressive clubs like the Yankees, Phillies, Cubs, and Astros to teardown candidates like the Mets and Giants. Expect expert MLB trade rumors, player analysis, team needs, and fantasy baseball impact as we preview the biggest moves that could reshape the playoff race. This is your one-stop guide to the 2026 MLB Trade Deadline! Subscribe for more baseball analysis, MLB news, and trade deadline updates. Like, share, and drop your boldest predictions in the comments—who’s getting dealt? Don’t miss this deep dive into the most important day of the season! #MLBTradeDeadline #2026MLB #TradeRumors #TarikSkubal #BaseballAnalysis
In this week's episode of the Batflip Podcast, David, Damien, and recurring guest Andrew discuss the MLB draft and provide various reactions like their favorite picks, classes overall, and what it means for the White Sox who just signed Roch Cholowsky to the highest signing bonus in history! Don't miss this episode.
Welcome to the 2026 MLB All Star Break! David and Matt break down the All Star Game, and the news and notes that have occurred up to the break, including Justin Verlander announcing his retirement, early thoughts on the MLB Draft, and the JJ Wetherholt Extension! Don't miss this episode!
David and special guest Andrew each take over MLB GMs picking their players in the third annual Batflip Podcast Mock Draft! Don't miss the guys attempt to place wagers on what the teams do next week during the MLB draft and hear some surprising picks the guys love that turn out amazing!
David and Damien discuss the New York Mets finally firing Carlos Mendoza, the Los Angeles Angles and their bungling owner Arte Moreno firing Perry Minasian, and another mid-June trade. Plus, the Cubs are all dying, and other injuries are covered around baseball. Don't miss this exciting episode.
Greg Zumach joins the show for an in-depth conversation on all things college baseball and the upcoming draft! We break down the 2026 College World Series in Omaha — who’s making noise, key storylines, top performers, and which teams are still fighting for a national championship. Plus, we dive into the 2026 MLB Draft preview with Greg’s expert analysis on the top prospects, risers, sleepers, and potential first-round surprises. From college standouts to future MLB stars, this is your ultimate guide to what’s happening in Omaha and what to expect on draft night. In This Video: College World Series recap & key takeaways from Omaha 2026 MLB Draft preview with Greg Zumach Top prospects breakdown & scouting reports Biggest risers, fallers & potential steals Which teams could land the next big talent Whether you’re a draft nerd, college baseball fan, or just love prospect talk, this episode is packed with insights you don’t want to miss! Subscribe for more MLB Draft coverage, College World Series recaps, prospect breakdowns, and baseball analysis! Hit the bell for notifications. Comment below: Who is your favorite prospect in the 2026 MLB Draft? Which team needs to nail this draft the most?
David and Damien go over all the MLB standings changes in June! Can the Detroit Tigers and Kansas City Royals rally from the AL Central basement? Can anyone catch the Atlanta Braves? What's happening with the Cubs, and is the entire NL Central THAT good? All this, plus some news and notes from around the leaguge. Don't miss this epsiode!
Another chaotic week in the 2026 MLB season! We break down all the biggest stories, from fan movements to shocking streaks and injury updates. Top Stories This Week: The Tarps Off movement is spreading across baseball — especially loud in Anaheim this week, along with leaked Shohei Ohtani trade rumors. Is it time to write off the Detroit Tigers? Tarik Skubal is throwing bullpens, but trade rumblings are growing louder. The Chicago Cubs followed a historic home winning streak (longest since 1935) with a brutal 9-game losing streak. The Los Angeles Dodgers remain the only preseason division favorite still leading their division. Automated Ball-Strike system (ABS) made its debut in the SEC Tournament. Injury Updates: Edward Cabrera – Blister issue Robby Snelling – Underwent Tommy John Surgery Drake Baldwin – Oblique strain Corey Seager – Live BP scrapped (not where they wanted him to be) Trevor Story – Hernia surgery (6-10 weeks recovery) Dylan Cease – Hamstring (hoping for minimum IL stay) Hunter Brown – Rehab shifting to AAA, targeting mid-June return Corbin Burnes – Started live at-bats (positive step) We also run our weekly Player of the Week (POTW) poll! In This Video: Tarps Off movement + Ohtani trade leaks Cubs historic streak followed by collapse Tigers future outlook & Skubal updates Dodgers standing out among favorites Full injury report + ABS in college baseball Subscribe for weekly MLB recaps, standings breakdowns, injury news, and 2026 season analysis! Hit the bell for notifications. Comment below: Are the Cubs in trouble after losing 9 straight? Should the Tigers start selling? Drop your POTW vote!
The Major League season is in full swing, and Matt and David go over the EXTENSIVE injury list as MLB teams continue to work through tons of injuries. Also, each went to a ballpark this weekend and will discuss their experience. Plus a few prospects, including Colt Emerson of the Mariners were called up! Don't miss this episode of the Batflip Podcast.
Another wild week in the 2026 MLB season is in the books! We break down the current standings, top stories, and all the biggest moments from the past week. Top Stories This Week: The Chicago Cubs have won 10 games in a row for the second time this season — are they the real deal? The Atlanta Braves mourn the loss of franchise icons Ted Turner and Bobby Cox. Robby Snelling makes his highly anticipated MLB debut. Spencer Jones and Ryan Waldschmidt get called up, while the Diamondbacks DFA Alek Thomas. Giants trade catcher Patrick Bailey to the Guardians for prospect #29 and lefty Matt "Tugboat" Wilkinson. Injury Report: Carlos Correa — Season-ending ankle surgery Tyler Glasnow — Back injury (to IL) Yusei Kikuchi — Shoulder inflammation (3-4 weeks) Roman Anthony — Sprained wrist (to IL) Cole Ragans — Left elbow impingement Taj Bradley — Right pec inflammation Logan Webb — Right knee bursitis Kerry Carpenter — AC joint sprain (Gage Workman called up and hits first career HR) Plus updates on Mookie Betts (returning), Blake Snell (returning), Joe Ryan, Emilio Pagán, and Matthew Boyd. We also review the current MLB standings and run our weekly Player of the Day (POTD) poll! In This Video: Full Standings Review Cubs historic 10-game win streak Braves heartbreaking week All the latest call-ups & trades Comprehensive injury report Subscribe for weekly MLB recaps, standings updates, injury reports, and 2026 season coverage! Hit the bell so you never miss an episode. Comment below: Are the Cubs legit contenders? Who had the biggest impact this week? Drop your POTD vote!