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Shark ChatBaseball's Back! - 2025 Season Opening ShowSpring is in the air, and baseball is finally back. Matyáš Smola returns to talk about the hottest topics around MLB Opening Week. Discussed topics include the torpedo bats, the Dodgers' and Padres' hot starts, the Braves' forgettable opening week, and some notable contract extensions to young stars.
2025-04-061h 34Shark ChatAL East PreviewAL East Preview for the 2025 MLB Season. Key additions from the Yankees, questions surrounding the Blue Jays and Rays, the time is now for the Orioles and other notable moves from the Red Sox.
2025-03-2630 minShark ChatOffseason Signings Recap - Roki Sasaki, Juan Soto, Blake Snell, Etc.WE BACK! After a long break, Matyáš Smola joins the pod to break down the MLB offseason signings thus far. Topics include the Dodgers getting even richer, the Yankees moving post-Juan Soto, the Blue Jays' inability to get anyone (except Anthony Santander), and some big names still on the market.
2:17 Roki Sasaki
17:51 Yankees
27:40 Juan Soto
37:17 Other Contracts, Good or Bad?
1:01:21 Remaining Free Agents
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2025-01-251h 13Shark ChatWorst Defense Ever and Bone Headed Decisions - World Series RecapMatyáš Smola joins again to wrap up the World Series. We discussed the Yankees' brutal defense in Game 5, key moments that swung the momentum, and possible landing spots for Juan Soto and Roki Sasaki. Plus, we review how wrong our player predictions were.
2024-11-091h 07Shark ChatTupac vs. Biggie, Clash of Two Giants, Mets Needed More from Hawk Tuah - World Series PreviewMatyáš Smola joins the pod again to analyze the highly anticipated World Series matchup between the Los Angeles Dodgers and the New York Yankees. Topics include analyzing both teams' strengths, predicting key players' performances, and discussing player prop odds (who will lead in hits, home runs, strikeouts, etc).
0:21 - Remembering Fernando Valenzuela
6:15 - NLCS recap
13:30 - ALCS recap
25:42 - World Series Preview
45:18 - Unorthodox Player Prop Predictions
2024-10-251h 00Shark ChatYankees Owe the Tigers a Gift Basket - MLB Division Series RecapMatyáš Smola joins the pod again to recap the divisional round and break down the AL and NL championship series. Topics include Giancarlo Stanton's hot bat, the Dodgers and Padres series getting heated, the Tigers' and Royals' future, and the Phillies' complete collapse.
5:11 - Mets and Phillies
13:39 - Dodgers and Padres
21:48 - Guardians and Tigers
31:30 - Yankees and Royals
43:25 - Dodgers and Mets Predictions
52:47 - Guardians and Yankees Predictions
2024-10-161h 03Shark ChatGrizzly Vets and Trainwrecks - MLB Wild Card Series RecapO2 TV Sport commentator and teammate Matyáš Smola joins the pod to discuss the MLB Wild Card series. Topics include the Tigers forgetting how to lose, the Paul Skenes vs. Jackson Merrill ROY race, the curious cases of the Mets and Brewers, and the urgency for the Orioles to reconsider their future seriously.
2024-10-041h 02Shark ChatThe State of Sports in 2024 - The Good, Bad, and UglyIn this episode, we take a look at the state of sports in 2024. The good, the bad, and the ugly have some interesting topics of discussion and debate.
2:52 The Ugly
17:12 The Bad
26:42 The Good
2024-07-3036 minShark ChatImportant Message for EveryoneTake some time out of your day to listen to this special podcast episode.
2024-07-1510 minShark ChatSome Teams are Good and Others Just Aren't - MLB Midseason ReviewColin Yoachum returns to the pod to review the MLB midway through this season. Topics include first-place teams and surprises, trade deadline talk, MVP races, and a new idea for the Home Run Derby.
0:58 - Standings Overview
2:30 - Guardians and Mariners in first place
9:12 - Surprising Royals
12:40 - Blue Jays Situation
21:10 - Chicago Cubs Situation
26:36 - AL MVP Race
31:13 - Ohtani’s case for MVP as a primary DH
35:47 - Colin’s HR derby pitch to the MLB
2024-07-0340 minShark ChatSkibidi Toilet and a Conference Finals SweepAlex joins the pod to wrap up the Pacers-Celtics series and preview tonight's Game 4 in Dallas. Topics include the Luka-Kyrie dynamic duo, the Pacers blowing leads late in multiple games, and whether Karl-Anthony Towns needs to further develop his game for the Wolves to become serious contenders in the future.
2024-05-2929 minShark ChatNBA Conference Finals PreviewThis latest NBA playoffs episode delves into the journey of the final four teams—Minnesota, Dallas, Indiana, and Boston. Topics covered include New York's struggles as they run out of steam and players, Minnesota's frontcourt success in curbing Denver's offense, and Oklahoma City's remarkable season despite its disappointing end.
2024-05-2228 minShark ChatSuperteams Don't Work and NBA First Round BreakdownIn this inaugural NBA episode, I go over a couple of sweeps, a few surprises, and several realities that teams need to face heading into their offseason. Topics include Anthony Edwards's emergence as a superstar, Milwaukee desperately needing Giannis Antetokounmpo, and the true formula for success in today's NBA.
2024-05-0133 minShark ChatOhtani Gambling Scandal and Opening Day StoriesColin Yoachum joins this episode of the show to discuss the most intriguing headlines heading into Opening Weekend. Topics include the Ohtani gambling incident, Boras clients receiving underwhelming contracts, Jackson Holliday not being promoted, and some early picks for awards and the World Series.
2024-03-2944 minShark ChatBest Stories from Spring TrainingIn this episode, I go over the headlines from the first few weeks of Spring Training. Topics include the breakouts from Jackson Holliday and Wyatt Langford, Mookie Betts as the new primary Dodgers shortstop, and why Cody Bellinger going back to the Cubs is a good thing for all parties involved.
2024-03-1233 minShark ChatSuper Bowl Preview - A True Coin FlipWill and Naveed join the pod to preview the big game. Topics discussed include recapping the season up to the final match, the Chiefs and 49ers biggest strengths and concerns, and putting the over/under on the number of times Taylor Swift will be shown on camera.
2024-02-1131 minShark ChatMoves Before Spring Training - MLB OffseasonWith just under a week left until pitchers and catchers report to camp, teams are starting to finalize and fill out their Major League rosters. Topics discussed include how the Brewers and Orioles both won the Corbin Burnes trade, the Dodgers spending even more dumb money, and well-deserving contract extensions to franchise cornerstones.
2024-02-0931 minShark ChatNFL Conference Championship Recap - Taking Care of Business or Underwhelming Performances?In this episode, Will and Adam join the podcast in breaking down the AFC and NFC Championship games. We go over the Ravens and Lions getting in their own ways, and the 49ers and Chiefs handling business. Plus, the resident San Diegan gives his opinion on the Chargers' hiring of Jim Harbaugh.
2024-02-0336 minShark ChatChampionship Weekend Preview + Harbaugh HiringIn this episode, Will and Naveed sit down to talk shop about the NFC and AFC championship games. We discuss where the Chargers go from here, key player matchups to follow closely, and some interesting ideas that the NFL might want to consider.
2024-01-2839 minShark ChatDivisional Round Recap - Heartbreak, Concern, and InspirationsIn this episode, we dive into this past weekend's divisional round playoff games. Topics include how Allen-Mahomes is the best rivalry right now, the Texans having nothing to hang their hands about, and why the 49ers should be concerned about the Lions.
2024-01-2228 minShark ChatNFL Divisional Round Preview - Missed Tackles and BlowoutsRecap of Super Wild Card weekend and a preview of the divisional round. Topics discussed include the Eagles and Cowboys' meltdowns, the Bills rolling, and feel-good underdog stories courtesy of the Texans and Buccaneers.
2024-01-1842 minShark ChatNFL Wild Card Preview + I Was Right about Harrison BaderPreview of Super Wild Card weekend. Additional topics include how some teams are falling off a cliff, some dominating, and some who made it in by the skin of their teeth.
2024-01-1142 minShark ChatMLB Offseason Recap - Owners Need to SpendIn this inaugural episode, 2023-24 MLB offseason signings and trades are covered with biased and unbiased perspectives. Topics include the Dodgers getting richer and richer, small market teams wisely utilizing budgets, and how some teams are in perpetual limbo.
2024-01-0337 min