Mark shares a conversation with Lou Schiff about Steve Cohen's ownership, with Lou wishing Cohen owned every MLB team for his commitment to winning and willingness to spend money.
Mat reflects on how Cohen’s approach contrasts with other owners, driving the Mets to become true championship contenders.
The Blue Jays and Their Missteps
Blue Jays for focusing on signing Juan Soto instead of solidifying their system by locking down Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and building a competitive roster.
Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s potential departure, especially if the Jays don’t show more commitment to winning.
Will White Sox be sold to a Montreal-based ownership group
Vladdy Guerrero Jr. could find a home with the Angels
MLB Spring Training and player signings
The influence of gambling on MLB contracts
The rivalry between the Mets and Yankees
Steve Cohen’s impact on the Mets' financial commitment
The Blue Jays' struggles to build a competitive team
Potential future for Vladimir Guerrero Jr.
Blue Jays never have exceeded the luxury tax
Should have forgottend Soto and signed Max Fried & Willy Adames
Will Bo Bichette & Vlad Jr stick around
Blue Jays pitchers are aging
$23 million a year
Should have considered Ketel Martinez and saved 7 million more to 2nd baseman Andrés Giménez
Will Vladdy Jr continue to stay with the Blue Jays
Montreal baseball expanded franchise – could that be a future home for Vladdy
Red Sox & No Soto – decisions to be made – Rafael Devers
The Rangers have a deep roster including Nate Eovaldi
Peek over the fence with Rule 5
Orioles brought in Gary Sanchez & Tyler O’Neill
Will Orioles bring back Teoscar Hernandez to their young team
Trevor Rogers the best LHP for the Blue Jays
AL East – what it will look like in 2025
Shane McClanahan will be returning to the Tampa Bay Rays
How Rule 5 gives a lot of players into the show who otherwise may not rise up on their current team
Anthony Santander was lifted up years ago on Rule 5
If you return a player you took from Rule 5 then original team must pay you 50K to get them back
Rays in Rule 5
Bring in the Hammer – Dan Hammer from the Orioles & Jake Brentz
Rays are committed to keeping open spaces for the guys that they may bring back up including Carson Williams, Chandle Simpson, Ahmed Rosario
Seiya Suzuki could anchor the Rays outfield - $19 million a year
The Return of Tony Francona – now with the Cincinnati Reds
46: - Caitlin Clark – WNBA – Basketball Card – more than annual salary
Dr. Leslie Heaphy, IWBC, on the Cooperstown, Hall of Fame Eras committee
Expansion teams by 2030?
Montreal already vetted by MLB – Would Stephen Bronfman show same commitment as a Steve Cohen
Montreal government is spending $870 million on a new roof for their stadium – should they buy an existing franchise or be part of the expansion – maybe White Sox or A’s
Montreal, Salt Lake City, Nashville
The Angels – Ron Washington – supports and builds his players and holds them accountable
Ron wants hungry players that are teachable
Bring us a healthy season for Mike Trout
Just a reminder you can find Mat at M-A-T-G-E-R-M-A-I-N dot bsky social. That’s @matgermain.bsky.social or Mark at @baseballbizondeck.bsky.social
Special thank s to XTaKeRuX for the music “Rocking Forward
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