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Join Santos "The Baseball Aficionado" as he talks baseball with a "Latin Twist". Santos breaks down the all-time great Latino players, teams, topics and more in Spanglish. Join Santos "The Baseball Aficionado" as he talks baseball with a "Latin Twist". Santos breaks down the all-time great Latino players, teams, topics and more in Spanglish.

4 DAYS AGO

Stearns Killed 2026 Mets? Alex Cora to Padres in 2027?

Santos kicks things off with a shocking headline: former MLB All-Star Alexei Ramírez, now 44, has tested positive for PEDs during the World Baseball Classic. What does this mean for the integrity of the tournament and how does MLB handle a situation like this on the international stage? Then we shift to the managerial carousel surrounding Alex Cora. With his future uncertain, Santos breaks down potential landing spots: 👀 Mets? 👀 Astros reunion? 👀 Padres? 👀 Or a surprise destination? We analyze fit, timing, and what each situation would mean for both Cora and the league. And of course… we HAD to talk about the disaster in Queens. The Mets are in complete freefall. A season that already feels over, a roster that doesn’t work, and leadership under fire. Is it time for David Stearns to be held accountable? We don’t hold back—this is a full breakdown of where it went wrong and who’s to blame. 🔥 Heated takes ⚾ Real talk 🌎 Culture meets the game Shop Baseball Aficionado Apparel https://bbaficionado.com/ Follow The Baseball Aficionado on Social media: IG: @thebaseballaficionado https://www.instagram.com/thebaseballaficionado?igsh=ZGdmaXMxZThqMXpn TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebbaficionado?_t=ZT-8sxFSLYsUl0&_r=1&fbclid=PAY2xjawH_dhFleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABpjDkkvVZDjDc0G-VMd7UIDuW4cRAsUYcSbLB2FAwVsKfN7j4yI0BuRxrRA_aem_wCgGMIJLSU4RnKLKcG2pxg YouTube: https://youtube.com/@TheBaseballAficionado?si=vFXPTMjtDv4IGipt #Mets #baseball #redsox #beisbol #intentionally #mlbdominicana #mlbpuertorico

32 min
24 APR

Lindor Out; Soto Bad for Mets? Red Sox don't want to Win

Santos breaks down what Francisco Lindor’s injury means for the New York Mets and why it exposes their lack of leadership and identity. He also explains why he “hates” what Juan Soto has brought to the Mets culture—not the talent, but the shift in clubhouse energy. Plus, Santos goes off on the Boston Red Sox, making it clear the blame isn’t on Alex Cora—it’s ownership and a front office that may no longer prioritize winning. 💬 Big Questions: Are the Mets lost without Lindor? Has Soto hurt the culture? Do the Red Sox still care about winning? Shop Baseball Aficionado Apparel https://bbaficionado.com/ Follow The Baseball Aficionado on Social media: IG: @thebaseballaficionado https://www.instagram.com/thebaseballaficionado?igsh=ZGdmaXMxZThqMXpn TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebbaficionado?_t=ZT-8sxFSLYsUl0&_r=1&fbclid=PAY2xjawH_dhFleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABpjDkkvVZDjDc0G-VMd7UIDuW4cRAsUYcSbLB2FAwVsKfN7j4yI0BuRxrRA_aem_wCgGMIJLSU4RnKLKcG2pxg YouTube: https://youtube.com/@TheBaseballAficionado?si=vFXPTMjtDv4IGipt

28 min
9 APR

MLB Investigating Corruption in DR; Altuve 3,000 hits?

DID YOU KNOW? 🤯Aroldis Chapman 🇨🇺 isn’t just throwing heat — he’s putting up Hall of Fame-level numbers.Chapman owns a 39.7% K rate and 1,300+ career strikeouts (1334)…That’s MORE than both Billy Wagner and Lee Smith — two of the most respected closers ever, with Smith already in Cooperstown.💭 So the question is…Is Chapman building a Hall of Fame resume, or does he still have more to prove?🔥 Elite velocity.🔥 Historic strikeout numbers.🔥 Dominant stretches few can match.But is it enough?👇 Let’s talk baseball… is Chapman a future Hall of Famer?

33 min
3 APR

Lindor & Soto Drama Continues; Alex Cora is the blame for Red Sox start?

In this episode, Santos dives into some of the biggest early-season storylines shaking up the baseball world 👇 First, a deep look at the growing spotlight on Francisco Lindor 🇵🇷 and Juan Soto 🇩🇴 in Queens. From Lindor’s slow start and costly on-field miscues to the speculation surrounding his dynamic with Soto — is there real tension, or just early-season noise? More importantly… can two superstars truly co-exist under the bright lights of New York? Next, Boston’s rough 1–5 start raises questions. Is it fair to blame manager Alex Cora? And what’s behind the decision to bench Carlos Narváez? A breakdown of the pressure, leadership, and whether this is an overreaction or a real concern. Finally, the spotlight shifts to Yordan Álvarez 🇨🇺 — is he BACK? When healthy, is he a Top 5 hitter in the game today? His impact, ceiling, and the lingering durability question all get examined. 🔥 Tap in for analysis, debate, and real baseball talk. 💭 As always — Santos wants to hear from YOU: Which storyline matters most right now? Shop Baseball Aficionado Apparel https://bbaficionado.com/ Follow The Baseball Aficionado on Social media: IG: @thebaseballaficionado https://www.instagram.com/thebaseballaficionado?igsh=ZGdmaXMxZThqMXpn TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebbaficionado?_t=ZT-8sxFSLYsUl0&_r=1&fbclid=PAY2xjawH_dhFleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABpjDkkvVZDjDc0G-VMd7UIDuW4cRAsUYcSbLB2FAwVsKfN7j4yI0BuRxrRA_aem_wCgGMIJLSU4RnKLKcG2pxg YouTube: https://youtube.com/@TheBaseballAficionado?si=vFXPTMjtDv4IGipt

26 min
20 MAR

Venezuela WBC Champions! Dominican Disappointment?

Santos breaks down a historic and controversial 2026 World Baseball Classic.🇻🇪 Venezuela wins its first-ever WBC title, led by MVP Maikel García—but his postgame comments taking a subtle shot at República Dominicana spark debate across the baseball world.🇩🇴🇺🇸 Who was the bigger disappointment—Dominican Republic or Team USA? One fell short early, the other failed on the biggest stage.🇵🇷 Is Puerto Rico’s window closing? Even without Correa, Báez, and Lindor, the concerns may run deeper than expected.🔥 Championships, controversy, and shifting power in international baseball—Santos breaks it all down.Shop Baseball Aficionado Apparel https://bbaficionado.com/ Follow The Baseball Aficionado on Social media: IG: @thebaseballaficionado https://www.instagram.com/thebaseballaficionado?igsh=ZGdmaXMxZThqMXpn TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebbaficionado?_t=ZT-8sxFSLYsUl0&_r=1&fbclid=PAY2xjawH_dhFleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABpjDkkvVZDjDc0G-VMd7UIDuW4cRAsUYcSbLB2FAwVsKfN7j4yI0BuRxrRA_aem_wCgGMIJLSU4RnKLKcG2pxg YouTube: https://youtube.com/@TheBaseballAficionado?si=vFXPTMjtDv4IGipt

28 min
12 MAR

Dominican Dominance! 2026 WBC champs? México eliminated; PR Advances

The drama of the World Baseball Classic continues as Santos breaks down the biggest storylines of the tournament so far. 🇮🇹 Italy’s Stunning Run Is Italy the biggest surprise of the WBC, and can they keep their momentum going? 🇲🇽 México Eliminated Early Mexico entered the tournament with high expectations but is already out. One of the biggest disappointments of the Classic? We also discuss the controversy between Cal Raleigh and Randy Arozarena — after Raleigh refused to shake Arozarena’s hand. Was he out of line? 🇵🇷 Puerto Rico Advances Puerto Rico moves on despite what may be their weakest offense in WBC history. Did they exceed expectations? 🇩🇴 Dominican Republic Dominant Dominican Republic continues to roll, defeating Venezuela again as Venezuela falls to 1–5 all-time vs DR in the WBC. Santos also explains why Puerto Rico remains the Dominican Republic’s greatest rival despite what critics say. 🔥 Who are the true favorites to win it all? ⚾ Santos breaks down the surprises, controversies, and contenders shaping this year’s Classic. 🎧 Shop Baseball Aficionado Apparel https://bbaficionado.com/ Follow The Baseball Aficionado on Social media: IG: @thebaseballaficionado https://www.instagram.com/thebaseballaficionado?igsh=ZGdmaXMxZThqMXpn TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebbaficionado?_t=ZT-8sxFSLYsUl0&_r=1&fbclid=PAY2xjawH_dhFleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABpjDkkvVZDjDc0G-VMd7UIDuW4cRAsUYcSbLB2FAwVsKfN7j4yI0BuRxrRA_aem_wCgGMIJLSU4RnKLKcG2pxg YouTube: https://youtube.com/@TheBaseballAficionado?si=vFXPTMjtDv4IGipt

38 min
28 FEB

2026 WBC Predictions; USA vs Japan Final again? Puerto Rico is Live underdog!

Santos The Baseball Aficionado breaks down his early projections for the 2026 World Baseball Classic — and some powerhouse nations might not like what’s coming. Is 🇵🇷 Puerto Rico national baseball team built for a deeper run than people expect? Will 🇻🇪 Venezuela national baseball team have enough pitching to survive the grind? Can 🇰🇷 South Korea national baseball team reassert itself on the world stage? Does 🇩🇴 Dominican Republic national baseball team finally put it all together? And don’t overlook 🇳🇱 Netherlands national baseball team, who could shake up the bracket once again. Plus — are we headed toward another heavyweight showdown between the United States national baseball team and the Japan national baseball team? Shop Baseball Aficionado Apparel https://bbaficionado.com/ Follow The Baseball Aficionado on Social media: IG: @thebaseballaficionado https://www.instagram.com/thebaseballaficionado?igsh=ZGdmaXMxZThqMXpn TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebbaficionado?_t=ZT-8sxFSLYsUl0&_r=1&fbclid=PAY2xjawH_dhFleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABpjDkkvVZDjDc0G-VMd7UIDuW4cRAsUYcSbLB2FAwVsKfN7j4yI0BuRxrRA_aem_wCgGMIJLSU4RnKLKcG2pxg YouTube: https://youtube.com/@TheBaseballAficionado?si=vFXPTMjtDv4IGipt

38 min
20 FEB

Lockout Looming? WBC Darkhorses & Chaos in 2026

On this episode of The Baseball Aficionado Podcast, Santos is joined by Yusseff Díaz of Pelota Cubana to break down baseball’s biggest storylines heading into 2026. Tony Clark steps down — is an MLB lockout inevitable? And does the game need a salary cap? Can the Netherlands shake up Group D and take down República Dominicana or Venezuela? 🇲🇽 Is México a legitimate threat to win it all? 🇩🇴 vs 🇺🇸 — who faces more pressure to win the Classic? 🇨🇺 And will Team Cuba go winless? Bold takes. Real debate. World Baseball Classic energy at its peak. Shop Baseball Aficionado Apparel https://bbaficionado.com/ Follow The Baseball Aficionado on Social media: IG: @thebaseballaficionado https://www.instagram.com/thebaseballaficionado?igsh=ZGdmaXMxZThqMXpn TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebbaficionado?_t=ZT-8sxFSLYsUl0&_r=1&fbclid=PAY2xjawH_dhFleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABpjDkkvVZDjDc0G-VMd7UIDuW4cRAsUYcSbLB2FAwVsKfN7j4yI0BuRxrRA_aem_wCgGMIJLSU4RnKLKcG2pxg YouTube: https://youtube.com/@TheBaseballAficionado?si=vFXPTMjtDv4IGipt Check out Yusseff Díaz on Social Media: https://x.com/yusseff305 https://www.instagram.com/yusseff305?igsh= #mlb #worldbaseballclassic #mlbpuertorico #mlbdominicana #mlbcuba

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Join Santos "The Baseball Aficionado" as he talks baseball with a "Latin Twist". Santos breaks down the all-time great Latino players, teams, topics and more in Spanglish. Join Santos "The Baseball Aficionado" as he talks baseball with a "Latin Twist". Santos breaks down the all-time great Latino players, teams, topics and more in Spanglish.

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Santos
Years Active

2024 - 2026
Episodes

41
Rating

Clean
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