In this week’s episode of Batting Practice, your favorite baseball trio—Josh, Jacob, and Andrew—return with a fun, strategic deep dive into building the second-best fantasy baseball team using Sorare data. That’s right—we’re not drafting the obvious stars like Shohei Ohtani or Aaron Judge. Instead, we challenge ourselves to construct a powerhouse team without the top-ranked players at each position.We Cover:⚾️ Why second-best players offer sneaky value in Sorare fantasy baseball🧠 Real-time scouting using Sorare’s “Scout” tab for advanced stat comparisons💸 Tips for maximizing value with breakout players like Pete Crow-Armstrong and Cal Raleigh🔥 Debates over high-ceiling vs. consistent performers: José Ramírez vs. Seiya Suzuki, Bobby Witt Jr. vs. Ketel Marte🧢 Personal stories about second-favorite MLB teams and stadium experiences🧠 Historical baseball trivia: the incredible 76-pitch perfect game by Tomokazu Ohka🕵️‍♂️ Our favorite Sorare scouting strategies (hint: look for ceiling potential, not just averages)Timestamps:00:00 – Opening Banter + Weather Talk02:30 – Who’s Your Second Favorite MLB Team?08:00 – What Makes a Great “Second Best” Fantasy Team10:00 – Pitching: Hunter Brown vs. Zack Wheeler17:00 – Relief Pitching: Why Josh Hader Still Dominates24:00 – Corner Infield Debate: Seiya Suzuki, Freddy Freeman, José Ramírez30:00 – Middle Infield Madness: Bobby Witt Jr. or Ketel Marte?36:30 – Outfield Showdown: Kyle Tucker, Pete Crow-Armstrong, Corbin Carroll43:00 – Final Roster Reveal + Budget Breakdown46:00 – This Week in Baseball History: Tomokazu Ohka’s Perfect Game50:00 – Sorare Pickle Challenge + Wrap-UpSubscribe & Follow for More MLB Content!👉 YouTube: / @battingpracticepodcast 👉 Instagram: / battingpracticepod1 👉 TikTok: / battingpracticepod 👉 Twitter/X: / batpracticepod 👉 Join Sorare MLB with our exclusive link & get $50 in Market Credit: https://sorare.pxf.io/batting-practice🏃‍♂️ Want to listen on the go? We are also available on all 🎙️ podcast platforms https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show... 🎧 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more weekly baseball discussions, team breakdowns, and fantasy insights! #soraremlb #sorare #baseballpodcast #mlb #soraretutorial

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In this episode of Batting Practice, Josh, Jacob, and Andrew reunite for another jam-packed baseball chat—diving deep into the world of Sorare MLB, analyzing the platform's new features, and comparing this year’s gameplay to last season. From daily fantasy lineups and vault mechanics to hilarious personal stories and nostalgic baseball moments, this episode blends strategy with laughs and insights every fan and fantasy player will appreciate.We reflect on how MLB players’ ages make us feel old, review some wild giveaways from the Brewers game, and explore whether you should be playing Sorare dailies every day. We close things out with our weekly baseball history segment and a discussion on iconic fan-athlete clashes.🧠 We Cover:How Sorare MLB daily gameplay and energy mechanics have evolved since last seasonVaulted cards and their long-term value in gameplay and strategySurprising takeaways from the Brewers game and giveawaysThe financial and emotional ups and downs of card investing on Sorare“This Day in Baseball History” – Tai Cobb’s shocking suspension storyFavorite real-life athlete-fan altercations (yes, Malice at the Palace makes an appearance)⏱️ Timestamps:00:00 – Intro & catching up on Yankees live reactions02:00 – What’s making us feel old as baseball fans05:00 – Storytime: Brewers cribbage board giveaway and resale value10:00 – T-shirt toss surprise: MLB Opening Day mystery shirt14:00 – Twins’ 13-game win streak and Brewers update15:00 – Sorare MLB: Reflections on four seasons of card collecting17:00 – Comparing 2024 vs 2025 Sorare gameplay & card utility20:00 – Why you should be playing daily lineups25:00 – Gameplay improvements: All-Star, Champion, Challenger explained27:00 – Vault mechanics: strategy, value, and wish list33:00 – Common card updates, daily rewards, and accessibility40:00 – Managing expectations: how often should you win rewards?44:00 – This Day in Baseball: Ty Cobb’s infamous suspension in 191248:00 – Favorite fan-athlete fights (Malice at the Palace!)52:00 – Outro: share your thoughts, follow the podcast, and hit subscribe🌟 Subscribe & Follow for More MLB Content!👉 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UCsO8lcRWSgu2TCBAYwlX-bw 👉 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/battingpracticepod1👉 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@battingpracticepod👉 Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/batpracticepod👉 Join Sorare MLB with our exclusive link & get $50 in Market Credit: https://sorare.pxf.io/batting-practice🏃‍♂️ Want to listen on the go? We are also available on all 🎙️ podcast platforms https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/batting-practice-podcast 🎧 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more weekly baseball discussions, team breakdowns, and fantasy insights! #soraremlb #sorare #baseballpodcast #mlb #soraretutorial

On this special Mother’s Day episode of Batting Practice, Josh, Jacob, and Andrew dig into the emotional highs and lows of being a baseball fan—especially when your team is terrible. From the Cubs claiming the new Pope to the Rockies losing 21–0, it’s a rollercoaster of reactions, debates, and baseball fandom therapy.We also break down the latest Sorare MLB results and ask the real question: Can you still win without whales like Judge or Ohtani? Plus, a “This Day in Baseball History” gem featuring Walter Johnson’s unreal 12-inning shutout performance in 1919.Whether you’re a Brewers diehard, a fantasy baseball grinder, or just trying to stay sane after a tough loss, this episode hits it all.We Cover:The pink bat tradition and how MLB markets Mother’s DayThe Cubs’ PR blunder claiming a South Side PopeWhy the Rockies losing 21–0 might ruin Little League in ColoradoHow being a fan of a bad team affects your mental healthWhether it’s still possible to win in Sorare without Aaron Judge or Shohei OhtaniStrategic tips for Sorare lineup building (without going broke)Walter Johnson’s unreal 12-inning 2-hit shutout in 1919Timestamps:0:08 – Happy Mother’s Day: Shoutout to our moms (and pink bats!)1:00 – Pink gear in MLB: Gimmick or great tradition?2:52 – The Pope is… a Cubs fan? Nope. PR backfire!6:00 – How bad baseball teams affect fan behavior (Rockies, White Sox, Marlins)10:00 – Therapy session: Being a Brewers fan over the years17:18 – Sorare strategy talk: Is winning without whales possible?27:00 – Breaking down the math: Judge and Ohtani ownership36:00 – Can strong scouting still win you prizes?43:49 – Play your hitters against the White Sox and Rockies44:14 – This Day in Baseball History: Walter Johnson’s 12-inning perfection47:16 – Pickle Segment: A classic lefty mystery solved53:00 – Wrap-up: Does your team ruin your mood? Let us know🌟 Subscribe & Follow for More MLB Content!👉 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UCsO8lcRWSgu2TCBAYwlX-bw 👉 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/battingpracticepod1👉 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@battingpracticepod👉 Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/batpracticepod👉 Join Sorare MLB with our exclusive link & get $50 in Market Credit: https://sorare.pxf.io/batting-practice🏃‍♂️ Want to listen on the go? We are also available on all 🎙️ podcast platforms https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/batting-practice-podcast 🎧 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more weekly baseball discussions, team breakdowns, and fantasy insights! #soraremlb #sorare #baseballpodcast #mlb #soraretutorial

Welcome back to another episode of Batting Practice, where we mix America's pastime with pop culture, fantasy baseball strategy, and a splash of sports betting. In this episode, Josh recaps an epic night at UFC Fight Night in Des Moines (including surprise dinner guests like Fluffy Hernandez), and the guys share their all-time favorite sporting events—from postseason home runs to European soccer showdowns. Then, we deep-dive into Nash’s Sorare fantasy baseball gallery, highlighting key players, strategy insights, and how to make the most of your lineup with limited budget and energy.Whether you're a fantasy baseball rookie or a Sorare veteran, this episode is packed with insights, laughs, and lineup advice to help you win more rewards.🧢 We Cover:Josh’s unforgettable UFC experience + surprise celeb sightingsThe best sporting events we’ve ever attendedA new podcast segment: Baseball Player or Celebrity?A full audit of Nash’s Sorare gallery: who to buy, sell, vault, or energizeStrategy tips for Sorare limited champion & challenger leaguesHow to manage energy and choose the best value playersWhich MLB pitchers and position players are underperforming vs. overdeliveringThe psychology of sticking with star players vs. chasing hot streaks⏱️ Timestamps:00:08 – Welcome & UFC Fight Night recap03:02 – Our favorite sporting events we've ever been to07:02 – New segment: Baseball Player or Celebrity?15:10 – Sorare fantasy baseball gallery audit begins20:00 – Pitcher analysis & energy management strategy29:00 – Is Bryce Harper still worth starting?33:00 – Pete Alonso vs. Harper & flex position debates37:00 – Buying aces on a budget: Pitcher recommendations44:00 – Card crafting and surprise drops50:00 – Mystery player guess game56:43 – How to get your gallery reviewed57:22 – Final thoughts & sign-off🌟 Subscribe & Follow for More MLB Content!👉 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UCsO8lcRWSgu2TCBAYwlX-bw 👉 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/battingpracticepod1👉 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@battingpracticepod👉 Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/batpracticepod👉 Join Sorare MLB with our exclusive link & get $50 in Market Credit: https://sorare.pxf.io/batting-practice🏃‍♂️ Want to listen on the go? We are also available on all 🎙️ podcast platforms https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/batting-practice-podcast 🎧 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more weekly baseball discussions, team breakdowns, and fantasy insights! #soraremlb #sorare #baseballpodcast #mlb #soraretutorial

From Cribbage board giveaways to Craig Counsell’s Cubs, the boys are back for another jam-packed episode of Batting Practice! Josh, Jacob, and Andrew reunite to debate the hottest teams and players across MLB in a full-episode Buy or Sell / Ride or Fade special. Who’s the real deal, and who’s due for regression? Plus, get bonus takes on fan giveaways, stadium vibes, whiskey dews, and why MLB needs to steal a play from the NFL Draft's playbook.We Cover:The best stadium giveaways of all time 🍻🧢Craig Counsell and the Cubs: Contenders or pretenders?The Giants’ surprising start: Sustainable or sell-high?Are the Diamondbacks a playoff lock?Early MVP buzz for Corbin Carroll?Tyler Soderstrom, Tyler Mahle, Devin Williams & more: who's rising and who's fading?Why the Rangers might be sneaky-good againSorare fantasy value plays and panic sellsMLB Draft vs NFL spectacle & how baseball can improve fan engagementTimestamps:0:00 – Intro & why we missed last week1:00 – Easter cookouts & smashed burgers2:00 – Why early-season baseball is underrated (and affordable!)3:30 – Best stadium giveaways ever7:00 – Cribbage boards & Milwaukee Brewers promo hype9:00 – Andrew's “deep cut” of the week + NFL Draft reflections13:00 – Buy or Sell: Cubs and Craig Counsell22:00 – Buy or Sell: San Francisco Giants stock soaring27:00 – Buy or Sell: Arizona Diamondbacks comeback case33:00 – Wild Card race hypotheticals39:00 – Player spotlight: Tyler Mahle’s surprising dominance42:00 – Marcus Semien & the Texas Rangers resurgence43:00 – Devin Williams struggles: buy low or bail out?49:00 – Willie Adames vs Devin Williams: better bounce-back bet?51:00 – Pickle of the week & final Brewers bullpen rants52:30 – Outro + follow and subscribe call to action🌟 Subscribe & Follow for More MLB Content!👉 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UCsO8lcRWSgu2TCBAYwlX-bw 👉 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/battingpracticepod1👉 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@battingpracticepod👉 Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/batpracticepod👉 Join Sorare MLB with our exclusive link & get $50 in Market Credit: https://sorare.pxf.io/batting-practice🏃‍♂️ Want to listen on the go? We are also available on all 🎙️ podcast platforms https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/batting-practice-podcast 🎧 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more weekly baseball discussions, team breakdowns, and fantasy insights! #MLBHotTakes #BuyOrSell #BaseballPodcast #MLBPodcast #MLB

In this episode of Batting Practice, Jacob and Andrew celebrate Easter Sunday (which coincides with 4/20!) with a jam-packed show full of MLB news, hilarious ballpark food debates, and actionable Sorare baseball strategies.We kick things off reacting to the wild new cotton candy French fries being sold at Blue Jays games before reminiscing about past Easter 420 memories. Then, we break down early MLB MVP race favorites like Pete Alonso and Corbin Carroll and share our latest fantasy baseball strategies for building an affordable, competitive Sorare All-Star team on a budget.Whether you're here for baseball banter, Sorare insights, or tips on squeezing maximum value from your fantasy lineup, this episode covers it all. Stick around until the end as we test our baseball knowledge with a quick "Pickle" guessing game!We Cover:The wild new ballpark food trend: Cotton Candy French Fries in TorontoEaster Sunday falling on 4/20: Past memories and fact-checking the last time it happenedMLB MVP early favorites: Pete Alonso, Corbin Carroll, Fernando Tatis Jr., and moreFantasy baseball on Sorare: How to build a competitive All-Star team for under $50Best budget buys on Sorare: Freddy Peralta, Ryan Helsley, William Contreras, and moreStrategic tips for maximizing Sorare All-Star competitions with limited cards"Pickle" player guessing game: Testing our MLB knowledge under pressureTimestamps:0:00 – Intro: Easter 420 memories + Nash's new Blackstone grill2:30 – Toronto's cotton candy French fries: Food innovation or abomination?6:00 – MLB shoutouts: Blue Jays, George Springer, and Vladimir Guerrero Jr.10:00 – Pete Alonso's MVP-worthy season so far13:00 – Early MLB MVP race discussion: Tatis, Carroll, Tucker, Alonso18:00 – Sorare All-Star Team Building: Budget strategy overview24:00 – Best budget starting pitchers on Sorare under $1030:00 – Best budget relief pitchers for your lineup35:00 – Best value hitters: William Contreras, Kyle Manzardo, Cal Raleigh42:00 – Auction vs Buy-Now strategies for limited card purchases48:00 – Building a full $50 Sorare All-Star team54:00 – Pickle player guessing game: Who is the mystery third baseman?🌟 Subscribe & Follow for More MLB Content!👉 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UCsO8lcRWSgu2TCBAYwlX-bw 👉 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/battingpracticepod1👉 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@battingpracticepod👉 Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/batpracticepod👉 Join Sorare MLB with our exclusive link & get $50 in Market Credit: https://sorare.pxf.io/batting-practice🏃‍♂️ Want to listen on the go? We are also available on all 🎙️ podcast platforms https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/batting-practice-podcast 🎧 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more weekly baseball discussions, team breakdowns, and fantasy insights! #SorareMLB #Sorare #FantasyBaseball #MLB #BaseballPodcast

In this week’s episode of Batting Practice, Josh, Jacob, and Andrew dive deep into the 2025 SoRare MLB fantasy baseball season. From snack debates at gas stations to in-depth SoRare gameplay strategies, the crew covers it all. Whether you're a seasoned player or just getting into SoRare, this episode unpacks current trends, energy strategy, reward optimization, and the big question—are your cards worth the investment year over year?🎯 Thinking about spending $50 on Sorare cards this season? Wondering whether to flip your market credit or hold? Confused about energy usage and classic card value? We’ve got you covered: https://sorare.pxf.io/batting-practice🎙️ We Cover:Gas station snack rankings and guilty pleasures 🍿Our early thoughts on the 2025 SoRare MLB seasonJacob’s big podium finish and his Tatis Jr. reward 🎉The energy mechanic: smart usage strategies & storage tips ⚡Champion vs All-Star vs Challenger: what’s worth it?Common card utility, essence concerns, and feedback to SoRareHow to invest your market credit: flip or build?Is Otani worth $230? Card expiration vs value retention 💰Tips for new players navigating their first lineupA look at daily competitions, and how energy impacts ROIThe final pickle challenge: guess the mystery pitcher!⏱️ Timestamps:0:07 – Intro + Gas Station Snack Talk4:53 – Road Trip Snacks & Mount Dew Confessions8:00 – White Sox Game + SoRare Player Watch11:00 – SoRare Season Check-In: Rewards & Essence13:08 – Jacob Crafts a New Card Live17:06 – What Makes Rewards Exciting20:03 – Market Credit Use & Star Player Strategy24:28 – Is SoRare Still About Year-Over-Year Utility?33:35 – Buying New vs. Old Season Otani Cards36:09 – Market Credit Flips: Strategy or Sin?38:09 – Energy Usage: Champion vs Daily vs All-Star44:02 – Josh's Energy Experiment47:00 – Best Competition for New Players49:03 – How to Set Your Lineups for Rewards55:06 – Increasing Common Essence: A Message to SoRare56:42 – Should You Vault All Common Cards?58:49 – The Great Pickle Finale: Guess the Pitcher1:04:06 – Closing Thoughts & How to Connect With Us🌟 Subscribe & Follow for More MLB Content!👉 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UCsO8lcRWSgu2TCBAYwlX-bw 👉 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/battingpracticepod1👉 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@battingpracticepod👉 Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/batpracticepod👉 Join Sorare MLB with our exclusive link & get $50 in Market Credit: https://sorare.pxf.io/batting-practice🏃‍♂️ Want to listen on the go? We are also available on all 🎙️ podcast platforms https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/batting-practice-podcast 🎧 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more weekly baseball discussions, team breakdowns, and fantasy insights! #SorareMLB #Sorare #FantasyBaseball #MLB #BaseballPodcast