- Super Bowl & Baseball Season Kickoff:
- Mark is happy to see football season ending & baseball season beginning
- Mat shares his excitement for baseball despite the cold in Canada.
- Spring Training & Player Movements:
- Discussion on Pete Alonso’s contract situation with the Mets.
- Comparing Alonso’s deal to Blake Snell’s contract strategy.
- Mat's analysis of free agents and potential team fits: Alex Bregman to the Phillies, Nick Pivetta to the Orioles, Patrick Corbin to the Pirates, and more.
- Orioles’ Pitching & Playoff Aspirations:
- Breakdown of Orioles rotation and potential improvements.
- How adding depth could strengthen their playoff chances.
- Veteran Signings & Impact on Teams:
- JD Martinez as a potential fit for the Rays.
- Justin Turner’s possible role with the Reds.
- Jose Iglesias and Yasmani Grandal as solid veteran options for the Marlins.
- Mookie Betts’ Leadership with the Dodgers:
- Mookie Warns team to stop thinking about the World Series.
- Take it 1 game at a time - the past is not a given
- Yankees entitlement attitude has proven crippling with poor performanc
- MLB Draft Pick Trading Debate:
- Discussion on why MLB does not allow trading of most draft picks.
- How allowing trades could benefit small-market teams.
- Comparisons to other sports leagues where draft pick trading is common
- Why don’t people want to watch the MLB draft selections
- WWF Draft spin the wheel – could be model for MLB lottery
- Four Nations Cup & Hockey Talk:
- Mat shares insights on the Four Nations Cup in hockey.
- Recounts when Wayne Gretzky & Mario Lemieux played on the same line
- Canada’s performance and Nova Scotia’s impact on the sport.
- Final Thoughts & Upcoming Baseball Season:
- Concerns over early injuries in spring training.
- Excitement for the season ahead.
- Mark’s plans to watch the Rays in Tampa and a quick look at season ticket pricing.
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