Baseball is Dead (MLB Podcast)

Episode 426: Motor City Ain't Pretty 01.06.2026 2ώ 1λ

Episode 426: The guys are back and ready to react to a loaded weekend of baseball! Jared, Dallas, Jay Hay, and Tyler all talk about every single series from this weekend’s action. The Tigers’ free fall has put them in a position where trading Tarik Skubal is a real possibility, and everyone weighs in on whether selling is a wise decision for the Detroit Tigers. The crew checks in on division races across the league. Jay Hay thinks the AL Central has become the most interesting division in baseball. Find out where that race stands, along with the biggest storylines from around MLB. 00:00:00 - Craig Breslow’s Communication Issues & The State of The Red Sox 00:21:31 - Rapid Weekend Series Recaps Begin | White Sox vs Tigers 00:22:47 - Mets vs Marlins 00:23:17 - Braves vs Reds 00:24:30 - Cardinals vs Cubs 00:25:49 - A’s vs Yankees 00:32:49 - Dodgers vs Phillies 00:34:04 - Diamondbacks vs Mariners 00:36:11 - Red Sox vs Guardians 00:37:43 - Orioles vs Blue Jays 00:39:36 - Rays vs Angels 00:40:31 - Rockies vs Giants 00:41:42 - Pirates vs Twins 00:42:49 - Rangers vs Royals 00:44:30 - Nationals vs Padres 00:50:00 - Division Standings Update | AL East 00:50:35 - AL Central 00:57:30 - Time To Trade Skubal? 01:07:19 - AL West 01:13:31 - NL East 01:22:09 - NL Central 01:34:40 - NL West 01:35:00 - ABS Glitches 01:44:22 - Award-Winning Nugs 01:52:36 - Final Thoughts NEW BID MERCH IS HERE: https://www.baseballisdead.com Trade $20 Get $20 on Kalshi - http://kalshi.com/r/SECTION10 This episode of Baseball is Dead is sponsored by BetterHelp. Sign up and get 10% off at https://BetterHelp.com/BASEBALL #ad Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 425: Scoreless Sanchez 28.05.2026 1ώ 27λ

Episode 425: Cristopher Sanchez is the talk of baseball. His scoreless innings streak reaches 44 innings, and the guys talk about whether Sanchez truly is the best pitcher in baseball right now. Jared asks Dallas, Jay Hay, and Tyler if we’ve become too Shohei Othani’s two-way greatness. Gerrit Cole’s return to pre-Tommy John form leads into a discussion of the recent trade rumors surrounding Astros slugger Yordan Álvarez. And lastly, it’s everyone’s favorite day of the week, Family Feud Day. Tyler and Dallas run the gauntlet again to see if they can hit that magic number again this week. 00:00:00 - Cristopher Sanchez Best Pitcher In Baseball? 00:15:42 - Who is in the NL Cy Young Race? 00:21:48 - Shohei Ohtani Numbness? 00:27:20 - Gerrit Cole’s Return 00:33:52 - Yordan Álvarez Trade Rumors 00:37:22 - Munetaka Murakami All Star? 00:45:49 - Jared’s Plea To The Pirates Organization 00:48:08 - Family Feud 01:04:01 - Award-Winning Nugs + More Tyler Confessions 01:12:07 - Final Thoughts NEW BID MERCH IS HERE: https://www.baseballisdead.com Trade $20 Get $20 on Kalshi - http://kalshi.com/r/SECTION10 Don’t sleep on @ultrapouches. New customers get 15% Off with code BID at takeultra.com! #UltraPouches #ad Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 424: Aces Wild 27.05.2026 1ώ 43λ

Episode 424: The league is flush with aces early in the 2026 season. Jared, Dallas, Jay Hay, and Tyler all dive deep into the emergence and dominance of Kyle Harrison and Cam Schlittler. Munetaka Murakami's latest home run begins the discussion on who the AL MVP candidates are as we wrap up May. Abner Uribe's DX Celebration made waves, and the guys show some love to players across the league. Tyler stuns the crew with his own DoorDash revelations and methods, along with Dallas listening to the Stop and Shop Look Ahead Song. Strap in for a hilarious, information-filled episode of Baseball is Dead. 00:00:00 - JTN + A’s Broadcast 00:03:13 - A Tough Night For Red Sox Fans & Gage Jump’s Debut 00:07:42 - Kyle Harrison’s Breakout Season 00:10:03 - 2026 Starting Pitcher Power Rankings 00:18:04 - 10-Game Losing Streak For The Cubs 00:31:23 - Cam Schlittler Dominates Again 00:47:37 - Early American League MVP Candidates 00:51:23 - Most Valuable Athletic Update 00:58:22 - Dogs In The Booth in Sacramento 01:04:59 - Bat Dog Injury Incident 01:09:17 - Dallas Listens to The Stop And Shop Look Ahead Song For the First Time 01:15:55 - Show’em Some Love 01:23:52 - Abner Uribe’s Celebration 01:31:51 - Award-Winning Nugs 01:37:19 - Final Thoughts NEW BID MERCH IS HERE: https://www.baseballisdead.com Trade $20 Get $20 on Kalshi - http://kalshi.com/r/SECTION10 Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial today at shopify.com/DEAD Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 423: Padres On The Hunt 25.05.2026 2ώ 3λ

Episode 423: Monday means one thing: rapid series recaps from the Baseball is Dead Crew! Jared, Jay Hay, Tyler, and Dallas take you around each weekend series, catching you up on everything you missed from the weekend. Rumor season has officially begun around superstar pitchers in the league. The Padres and AJ Preller find themselves in the middle of the rumors, which leads the guys to breaking down their viability in the NL West. The Cubs’ 8-game losing streak has forced their fans to clamor for the BID phone lines to be opened. Fernando Tatis Jr’s lawsuit loss has ramifications for players across the league. Chris Taylor receives his baseball career obituary, and Jay Hay gives us his award-winning nugs to end a Memorial Day BID. 00:00:00 - Calling a Home Run Derby With Boomer 00:03:25 - Dallas’ Baseball Bucket List 00:15:14 - Rapid Series Weekend Recap | White Sox vs Giants 00:19:23 - Pirates vs Blue Jays 00:23:35 - Red Sox vs Twins 00:27:51 - Guardians vs Phillies 00:30:40 - Mariners vs Royals 00:33:16 - Tigers vs Orioles 00:35:25 - Nationals vs Braves 00:38:57 - Rays vs Yankees 00:43:47 - Rockies vs Diamondbacks 00:47:15 - A’s vs Padres 00:53:00 - NL West Division Update 00:58:34 - Potential Skubal Trade Teams 01:00:27 - Have we seen the best of Jackson Merrill? 01:10:27 - Cardinals vs Reds 01:12:39 - Rangers vs Angels 01:16:47 - The Cubs 8-Game Losing Streak 01:30:56 - Mets vs Marlins 01:31:17 - Fernando Tatis Jr. Loses Lawsuit 01:46:25 - The Obituary | Chris Taylor 01:50:32 - Hot Fresh Award-Winning Nugs 01:55:00 - Final Thoughts NEW BID MERCH IS HERE: https://www.baseballisdead.com Trade $20 Get $20 on Kalshi - http://kalshi.com/r/SECTION10 For simple, online access to personalized and affordable care for Hair Loss, ED, Weight Loss, and more, visit Hims.com/BID Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 422: Ohtani Almost A Ray? 21.05.2026 1ώ 57λ

It’s Shohei Ohtani’s world and we’re just living in it. Ohtani goes another five strong innings while launching a home run, and with breaking news of a trade that had been in the works, the guys take a deep dive into Ohtani’s career path he mapped out for himself and what could have been had he ended up with the Tampa Bay Rays. Kyle Harrison’s next step irks Jared and Tyler, but sparks a debate over the best 1-2 pitching duos in Major League Baseball right now. Meanwhile, the Baltimore Orioles get swept by Tampa Bay, leaving fans wondering: what’s next? And lastly, Tyler goes head-to-head with Dallas in Family Feud as the two try to eclipse the 200-point mark. 00:00:00 - Rested and Ready To Roll 00:01:47 - Wally Pip Situation?? 00:07:04 - Dallas Slanders Saugus 00:12:54 - Shohei Ohtani Almost Traded To The Rays? 00:47:52 - Kyle Harrison: The Next Great Brewers Project 00:56:03 - Best 1-2 Pitching Combinations in Baseball 01:00:08 - Orioles Swept By Tampa Bay, What’s Next? 01:24:10 - José Berríos Out For The Season 01:36:03 - Family Feud 01:50:43 - Award-Winning Nugs 01:52:01 - Final Thoughts NEW BID MERCH IS HERE: https://www.baseballisdead.com Trade $20 get $20 on Kalshi - http://www.kalshi.com/r/BID Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 421: Money Miz 21.05.2026 1ώ 47λ

Episode 421: Hot start today as fire season has started in California. Dallas thanks to those that help keep his home and, more importantly, his bees safe. Tyler learns about the apiarist’s life before the guys dive deep into Jacob Misiorowski’s dominance this season. On the back of Misiorowski’s success, the Brewers find themselves atop the division once again with their division rival, the Chicago Cubs, in town. Tyler takes his shirt off in solidarity with the Tarps off movement taking the league by storm. Jay Hay brings back an old segment and delivers his hot, fresh award-winning nugs. NEW BID MERCH IS HERE: https://www.baseballisdead.com Trade $20 get $20 on Kalshi - http://www.kalshi.com/r/BID Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 420: The Milky Way 18.05.2026 1ώ 59λ

Episode 420: A new era of Baseball is Dead has officially begun! Tyler Milliken has joined Jared, JayHay, and Dallas, and he’s bringing the smoke! A new era means new segments, including a rapid series of reactions from all the cross-town rivalry games from the past weekend of MLB. Dallas and Tyler break down the revival of Zack Wheeler and the resurgence of Roki Sasaki. JayHay debuts a future award-winning segment: The Obituary. Lastly, Tyler does his all to win over the love and affection of Dallas as JayHay serves his hot, fresh nuggets after a long baseball weekend. NEW BID MERCH IS HERE: https://www.baseballisdead.com Trade $20 get $20 on Kalshi - http://www.kalshi.com/r/BID This episode of Baseball is Dead is sponsored by BetterHelp. Sign up and get 10% off at https://BetterHelp.com/BASEBALL #ad Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial today at shopify.com/DEAD Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 419: Everybody Hurts 14.05.2026 1ώ 7λ

The NL Cy Young Race continues to grow. Jared, Dallas, and Jay Hay all react to Jacob Misiorowski and Shohei Ohtani’s starts as well as talk about Ohtani addressing his offensive struggles. Injuries have started to affect 1st-place teams across the league. They also address what the Yankees will do to their rotation if everyone returns healthy. Finally, the guys touch on Gavin Sheets, Henry Bolte’s debut for the A’s, and of course, Family Feud to send you into the baseball weekend. NEW BID MERCH IS HERE: https://www.baseballisdead.com Trade $20 get $20 on Kalshi - http://www.kalshi.com/r/BID Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 418: Three-Arm Race 13.05.2026 1ώ 18λ

Baseball is Dead is on the eve of a new era! Jared, Dallas, and Justin all discuss the impending addition of Tyler Milliken to the panel. Dallas discusses his return to field-level while being the main color analyst for the A’s. Jared begins the dialogue on a loaded NL Cy Young race with superstars like Paul Skenes and Shohei Ohtani. Cal Raleigh and Ohtani finally snap their woes at the plate. The guys learn all about La Casa De Los Famosos. Justin has some questions about the San Francisco Giants outfield celebration and, as always, hot, fresh nugs to send us home. For simple, online access to personalized and affordable care for Hair Loss, ED, Weight Loss, and more, visit Hims.com/BID Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 417: San Fran Sell Off? 13.05.2026 1ώ 36λ

Cal Raleigh is in the midst of a deep cold streak. The guys react to last year’s MVP Runner-Up struggles as well as the state of the American and National league division races. Jared reacts to the Yankees playing an over .500 baseball team. Jay Hay and Dallas remember Hall of Fame Manager Bobby Cox. And lastly, Jay Hay serves up hot Fresh Nuggets with some final thoughts from the crew to send you into the week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 416: Prime Time Paul 13.05.2026 1ώ 35λ

Jared, Dallas and Justin marvel at and appreciate the brilliance of Paul Skenes — both what he did on Wednesday night as well as comparisons throughout baseball history. The guys also hit on the Cubs 14th straight win at home thanks to another walk-off and discuss just how the Cubs are doing it, as well as recent news like Cole Ragans leaving his start early before wrapping it up with a contentious Feud and delicious nuggets. -Prime Time Paul -Go Cubs Go -Ragans Hurt -Andy Pages' Breakout -FAMILY FEUD! NEW BID MERCH IS HERE: https://www.baseballisdead.com Trade $20 get $20 on Kalshi - http://www.kalshi.com/r/BID Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 415: Framber Crash Out 06.05.2026 1ώ 36λ

Framber Valdez gets tossed after throwing at Trevor Story following two absolute nukes, but was it retaliation or sign stealing? The guys break it all down, plus take a look at Matt Olson’s monster season and whether he can chase down Shohei Ohtani for NL MVP. - Framber Valdez Ejection - RIP John Sterling - Matt Olson NL MVP Odds - Carlos Correa Out For Season - NL Central Battle - Cristopher Sanchez Tongue Bath -Logan Webb Trade Destinations NEW BID MERCH IS HERE: https://www.baseballisdead.com Trade $20 get $20 on Kalshi - http://kalshi.com/r/BID This episode of Baseball is Dead is sponsored by BetterHelp. Sign up and get 10% off at https://BetterHelp.com/BASEBALL #ad Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Baseball Is Dead Episode 414: Giant Issues 04.05.2026 1ώ 14λ

With the White Sox only 1.5 games back of the AL Central, Jared wears his ChiSox fandom proudly. We take a deep dive into what's gone wrong for the San Francisco Giants as they've fallen way short of expectations. The NL Central race is something to keep an eye on, plus Jared reacts to some potential Red Sox locker room turmoil. For simple, online access to personalized and affordable care for Hair Loss, ED, Weight Loss, and more, visit http://Hims.com/BID Discover upgraded basics, fresh styles, and more at http://mackweldon.com Plus, get 20% off your first order of $125 or more with code JARED Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Baseball Is Dead Episode 413: Beasts Of The East 30.04.2026 1ώ 9λ

The full crew is in place to give some much-needed love to the team with the best record in baseball: the Atlanta Braves. Jared's new White Sox fandom is revisited and the first Official Jersey Bet is agreed to between Jared and Jay Hay. The Feud returns after last week's hiatus, we've got nugs from across MLB's outstanding performers and a peek inside Dallas' cheating-plagued hometown fantasy league. NEW BID MERCH IS HERE: https://www.baseballisdead.com Trade $20 get $20 on Kalshi - http://www.kalshi.com/r/BID Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Baseball Is Dead Episode 412: Ohtani's Final Infinity Stone 29.04.2026 1ώ 14λ

Jared apologizes to Dallas for the beatdown by the Royals. Dallas has a theory about Shohei Ohtani's trophy room, and the guys react to Rob Thomson's firing and what that could mean for Alex Cora. Dog names, ABS Challenge ideas, and MORE. -Rob Thomson Fired -Jared Reacts Live To Garrett Crochet IL Stint -Shohei Enters Cy Young Discussion -Elly De La Cruz Is A Superstar -Alexei Ramirez Popped for PED's -Cam Schlittler Continues Dominance NEW BID MERCH IS HERE: https://www.baseballisdead.com Trade $20 get $20 on Kalshi - http://kalshi.com/r/BID Discover upgraded basics, fresh styles, and more at http://mackweldon.com . Plus, get 20% off your first order of $125 or more with code JARED Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Baseball Is Dead Episode 411: Who's Next? 27.04.2026 1ώ 6λ

The baseball world reacts after Alex Cora gets fired and Dallas Braden has plenty to say about it. The guys break down manager hot seat odds around the league and try to predict where Cora ends up next. We also get into what’s going wrong with the Philadelphia Phillies right now, and Jared tells the full origin story of how he and Cora first connected. -Dallas Reacts To Cora Firing -Manager Hot Seat Odds -Next Cora Landing Spot -What's Wrong With The Phillies -Jared & Cora's Origin Story NEW BID MERCH IS HERE: https://www.baseballisdead.com Trade $20 get $20 on Kalshi - http://kalshi.com/r/BID This episode of Baseball is Dead is sponsored by BetterHelp. Sign up and get 10% off at https://BetterHelp.com/BASEBALL #ad Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Baseball Is Dead Episode 410: White Sox Jerry 23.04.2026 1ώ 29λ

Jared is at his breaking point with the Red Sox and considers trading in his fandom to be a White Sox fan. Meanwhile, Jared finds it weird that Juan Soto hasn't spoken to his teammates at all while injured. We cover Jose Soriano's hot start to the season and take a closer look at Munetaka Mirakami's rise in the AL Rookie of the Year race. -White Sox Jerry Era Has Begun -Soto's Silence -Jose Soriano Is Dominating -All Murakami Does Is Hit HRs -How Bad Are The Phillies? NEW BID MERCH IS HERE: https://www.baseballisdead.com Trade $20 get $20 on Kalshi - http://kalshi.com/r/BID Visit: cheershealth.com/BID Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Baseball Is Dead Episode 409: Metropolitan Meltdown 22.04.2026 1ώ 18λ

The Mets are spiraling after losing their 12th straight, so Jared and Dallas discuss whether there's an identity issue. Munetaka Murakami is proving to be the best signing of the offseason for the White Sox. The Atlanta Braves are back in the NL East hunt, and Drake Baldwin can take a lot of credit for it. Meanwhile, Jared has some kind words ahead of Cam Schlittler's start in Boston tomorrow night. -Mets Lose 12 In A Row -Murakami Madness -Braves Are Back -Jared Talks Schlittler Trade $20 get $20 on Kalshi - http://kalshi.com/r/BID NEW BID MERCH IS HERE: https://www.baseballisdead.com For simple, online access to personalized and affordable care for Hair Loss, ED, Weight Loss, and more, visit Hims.com/BID Discover upgraded basics, fresh styles, and more at http://mackweldon.com . Plus, get 20% off your first order of $125 or more with code JARED. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Baseball Is Dead Episode 408: Better Call Sal 16.04.2026 1ώ 8λ

The fellas discuss the absurdity of Mike Trout trade conversations and why saying he should’ve forced his way out has always been detached from reality. We also chat about Shohei Ohtani’s pitching-only outing from Wednesday night, Sal Stewart’s blistering start and the potential NL Rookie of the Year race between him and Nolan McLean. And the boys’ Family Feud win streak meets its toughest challenge yet. -Sal Stewart Mania -Stephen A's Comments On Trout -Ohtani Sitting Not In Lineup During Starts -Padres Are Having A Blast -Family Feud NEW BID MERCH IS HERE: https://www.baseballisdead.com Trade $20 get $20 on Kalshi - http://kalshi.com/r/BID Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Baseball Is Dead Episode 407: Is Mike Trout BACK? 15.04.2026 1ώ 7λ

Mike Trout is looking like his old self after three home runs in two games. Dallas sheds some light on the player perspective with Jarren Duran's run-in with a fan. Kevin McGonigle is here for the long term in Detroit. It's fair to say Yoshinobu Yamamoto has entered the Cy Young discussion, as well as Alex Vesia's emotional night in Los Angeles. -Kevin McGonigle's Extension -Yamamoto Enters Cy Young Race -Duran Flips Off Fan -Mike Trout Is Back -The Struggling Mets NEW BID MERCH IS HERE: https://www.baseballisdead.com Trade $20 get $20 on Kalshi - http://kalshi.com/r/BID This episode of Baseball is Dead is sponsored by BetterHelp. Sign up and get 10% off at https://BetterHelp.com/BASEBALL #ad Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices