• 259 | Spring Training begins! Soto & Spencer Slam, Bullpen trust Tree & Soto extension talks!

  • Feb 26 2024
  • Length: 53 mins
  • Podcast

259 | Spring Training begins! Soto & Spencer Slam, Bullpen trust Tree & Soto extension talks!

  • Summary

  • In this episode the boys discuss...

    • Spencer Jones has impressed with his performance in minor league baseball.
    • The chemistry between Juan Soto and Aaron Judge is a positive sign for the Yankees.
    • Re-signing Juan Soto should be a priority for the Yankees.
    • The Yankees' outfield depth is a good problem to have.
    • The stability of the Yankees' roster is a welcome change.
    • Luis Gil has shown promise in his performance.
    • Predictions for the upcoming season's bullpen are made. The addition of players like Verdugo and Stroman brings a new feel to the team and a welcome shake-up.
    • Unleashing Aaron Judge's emotions and allowing players to play looser could lead to better performance.
    • Possible expansion cities include Nashville, Charlotte, Oklahoma City, and New Orleans.
    • The uncertainty of Juan Soto's contract situation adds to the all-in mentality of the team.
    • The conversation highlights the excitement and potential of an all-in year for the Yankees.


    Time Stamps:

    00:00 Introduction and Minor League Baseball

    01:01 The Yankees' Chemistry

    03:03 Juan Soto and Potential Contract Extension

    04:26 The Yankees' Outfield Depth

    06:20 The Importance of Re-signing Juan Soto

    07:37 Juan Soto's Age and Accomplishments

    09:30 The Stability of the Yankees' Roster

    10:26 Aaron Hicks and Catcher Platoon

    13:08 Luis Gil's Performance

    15:30 Bullpen Predictions

    19:35 The Strength of the Bullpen

    20:28 Trent Grisham as a Solid Outfielder

    22:21 The Impact of Bench Players

    23:34 Finding Diamonds in the Rough in the Bullpen

    24:00 The Uncertainty of Blake Snell's Signing

    25:02 The Possibility of Another Move

    26:35 The Excitement for Anthony Volpe

    31:52 The Impact of Alex Verdugo

    36:00 The New Feel of the Team

    37:14 A Different Approach

    38:17 Adding Swagger and Excitement

    40:19 Expansion Teams and Potential Cities

    42:19 The Uncertainty of Juan Soto

    43:26 The Excitement of an All-In Year

    44:24 The Potential of Expansion Drafts

    46:29 Possible Expansion Cities


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