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Join MLB Insider Robert Murray, FanSided host extraordinaire, Adam Weinrib, and some of the biggest names in baseball and baseball media, as they bring you the inside scoop on everything happening across the league. From Hot Stove to the World Series, The Baseball Insiders have you covered.

  1. 19 HR AGO

    Latest MLB Rumors: Which Domino Falls Next After Tatsuya Imai, Kazuma Okamoto Decisions?

    On this episode of The Baseball Insiders, Adam Weinrib and MLB insider Robert Murray react to Tatsuya Imai landing with the Astros and Kazuma Okamoto signing with the Blue Jays, two deals that came together suddenly — and for far less than most expected. The guys break down: 00:00 - Intro 03:13 - How the Blue Jays’ plans shift... and where that leaves Kyle Tucker 06:33 - What these signings mean for Scott Boras’ remaining high-profile clients 10:19 - The latest on Edward Cabrera... how close was a deal? 13:23 - Close to a Freddy Peralta Trade? 17:49 - Where Bo Bichette fits as the board starts to move 19:56 - Pirates anyone? Is this the turning point of the offseason — or just the beginning? --- SUBSCRIBE to The Moonshot, our weekly baseball email newsletter, where the FanSided MLB team, including Robert Murray, break down all the biggest stories in the big leagues with humor, insight and behind-the-scenes info: https://fansided.us5.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=b9bb472d0aa5e8abf01e2ced7&id=fa28ec1e24 Got more questions for Robert & Adam? Join our Discord channel! Become a member HERE to get started: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7_dK0B3mwchuelVrj_M-ng/join --- SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/c/TheBaseballInsiders Follow Robert: https://twitter.com/ByRobertMurray Follow Adam: https://twitter.com/AdamWeinrib Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebaseballinsiders/profilecard/?igsh=MTRsZng5NWRtMXpjcA== --- #MLBRumors #HotStove #TatsuyaImai #KazumaOkamoto #CodyBellinger #AlexBregman #BoBichette #Yankees #RedSox #BlueJays #ScottBoras #MLBFreeAgency #BaseballInsiders Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    22 min
  2. 3 DAYS AGO

    MLB Rumors: Astros Land Imai, Bellinger & Bichette Updates, Mets Confidence Explained

    The Astros strike — but the rest of the MLB market is still waiting. Robert Murray goes solo on today’s Baseball Insiders — and there’s a lot to cover. The Astros make a surprise move by landing Imai, and Robert explains why it came out of nowhere, why the contract structure matters, and what Houston could do next (including potential payroll-shedding). Then: the Okamoto market and deadline pressure, where the Cody Bellinger talks stand (and why the Yankees still feel most likely), plus updates on Bo Bichette, Kyle Tucker, J.T. Realmuto, and the slow-moving free agent market. We close with Q&A: Brendan Donovan trade calls, center field market notes, and more. 00:00 – Intro 00:42 – Astros surprise signing: why it happened + contract breakdown 03:02 – Next domino: Okamoto posting decision + possible landing spots 04:40 – Cody Bellinger market: Yankees lead, Mets/Giants as options 07:21 – Bo Bichette sweepstakes: Yankees/Mets/Dodgers buzz + fit talk 09:28 – Red Sox angle: why Alex Bregman makes the most sense 11:05 – Why I’m still confident in the Mets + David Stearns’ plan 13:49 – Phillies & J.T. Realmuto: why it’s taking so long + outside interest 14:48 – When will MLB free agency heat up? What to watch next 16:16 – Q&A begins: latest on Brendan Donovan trade talks 17:34 – Donovan vs. Marte: who’s more likely to be traded? 18:15 – Harrison Bader market: interest level + CF logjam 19:33 – Kyle Tucker sweepstakes: Jays connection + Dodgers still lurking 20:52 – Lightning questions: Jazz Chisholm / Tarik Skubal trade chances 21:15 – Could the Angels land Bellinger? (unlikely) 21:42 – Luis Arraez market: “5+ teams” involved 21:53 – Giants trade for Peralta? Rotation comfort level 22:15 – Wrap-up + see you Monday --- SUBSCRIBE to The Moonshot, our weekly baseball email newsletter, where the FanSided MLB team, including Robert Murray, break down all the biggest stories in the big leagues with humor, insight and behind-the-scenes info: https://fansided.us5.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=b9bb472d0aa5e8abf01e2ced7&id=fa28ec1e24 Got more questions for Robert & Adam? Join our Discord channel! Become a member HERE to get started: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7_dK0B3mwchuelVrj_M-ng/join --- SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/c/TheBaseballInsiders Follow Robert: https://twitter.com/ByRobertMurray Follow Adam: https://twitter.com/AdamWeinrib Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebaseballinsiders/profilecard/?igsh=MTRsZng5NWRtMXpjcA== --- #MLBRumors #Astros #CodyBellinger #BoBichette #MLBFreeAgency #HotStove #Mets #Phillies #JTRealmuto #BaseballNews #MLBOffseason #BaseballInsiders #tatsuyaimai Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    23 min
  3. 6 DAYS AGO

    Prospect Trades That Changed Everything + 2025 Breakout Picks

    On this episode of The Baseball Insiders: Prospect Show, Adam Weinrib and Eric Cole break down the biggest prospect trades from November and December as the new year approaches. The guys debate their favorite prospect moved since the end of the season, which prospects were overvalued, and which names may have flown under the radar. They also dive into prospects who haven’t been traded yet… and why some of them still might not be as safe as fans think... with the Cody Bellinger ripple effect looming large. 00:00 - Intro 02:27 - Tatsuya Imai controls the market 13:08 - The most CONFUSING trade so far... 15:56 - Prospect who hasn’t moved yet who you still don’t believe is safe... Subscribe for weekly prospects talk all offseason. Don't miss a video! Subscribe NOW: https://www.youtube.com/@TheBaseballInsiders?sub_confirmation=1 #MLBProspects #MLBTradeRumors #BaseballProspects #FarmSystem #MLBPipeline SUBSCRIBE to The Moonshot, our weekly baseball email newsletter, where the FanSided MLB team, including Robert Murray, break down all the biggest stories in the big leagues with humor, insight and behind-the-scenes info: https://fansided.us5.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=b9bb472d0aa5e8abf01e2ced7&id=fa28ec1e24 Got more questions for Robert & Adam? Join our Discord channel! Become a member HERE to get started: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7_dK0B3mwchuelVrj_M-ng/join About The Baseball Insiders: Join MLB Insider Robert Murray, Fansided host extraordinaire, Adam Weinrib, and some of the biggest names in baseball and baseball media, as they bring you the inside scoop on everything happening across the MLB. From Hot Stove to the World Series, The Baseball Insiders have you covered. Follow The Baseball Insiders: Follow Robert: https://twitter.com/ByRobertMurray Follow Adam: https://twitter.com/AdamWeinrib Website: https://fansided.com/baseball-insiders Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0w8jYR5PJe325b6JvKPQgO Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-baseball-insiders/id1587035090 Follow FanSided: Website: https://fansided.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fansided Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fansided/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fansided X: https://twitter.com/FanSided Copyright Notice: This video and YouTube channel contain dialog, music, and images that are property of The Baseball Insiders. You are authorized to share the video link and channel, and embed this video in your website or others as long as a link back to our YouTube Channel is provided. © 2025 The Baseball Insiders Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    22 min
  4. 22/12/2025

    Which MLB Teams Got Coal for Christmas? 🎄 White Elephant Draft + Grinch Rants

    Merry Christmas from The Baseball Insiders! 🎄 Adam Weinrib and FanSided MLB Insider Robert Murray are joined by Thomas Carannante, Emma Lingan, and Katrina Stebbins for a special holiday episode handing out MLB Christmas Awards. From homemade gifts that didn’t match the effort to Simpsons DVD box set signings, we revisit Winter Meetings moves, questionable offseason decisions, and teams that may have gotten coal instead of upgrades. Plus, we end with a no-rules MLB White Elephant Draft and Adam’s holiday Grinch rant for a few deserving fan bases. It’s festive, it’s chaotic, and it’s very on-brand. 🎙️ Hosts: Adam Weinrib & Robert Murray 🎄 Guests: Thomas Carannante, Emma Lingan, Katrina Stebbins 📅 Live shows: Monday / Wednesday / Friday all offseason #MLB #BaseballInsiders #MLBChristmas 00:00 Merry Christmas + concept explained 02:00 Award setup: MLB moves as holiday gifts 02:12 Homemade Gift Award — Pittsburgh Pirates 03:55 Barely Tried Award — Detroit Tigers 07:04 Re-gift You Didn’t Want Award — Yankees → Mets bullpen 08:27 Simpsons DVD Box Set Award — Pirates offense 12:35 Carhartt Winter Hat Award — Sonny Gray & Red Sox 14:34 “Wait Until It’s On Sale” Award — Bregman, Tucker, Bellinger 15:55 MLB White Elephant Draft rules explained 16:36 White Elephant picks 21:42 Adam’s Holiday Grinch Rants 23:05 Christmas sign-off --- SUBSCRIBE to The Moonshot, our weekly baseball email newsletter, where the FanSided MLB team, including Robert Murray, break down all the biggest stories in the big leagues with humor, insight and behind-the-scenes info: https://fansided.us5.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=b9bb472d0aa5e8abf01e2ced7&id=fa28ec1e24 Got more questions for Robert & Adam? Join our Discord channel! Become a member HERE to get started: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7_dK0B3mwchuelVrj_M-ng/join --- SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/c/TheBaseballInsiders Follow Robert: https://twitter.com/ByRobertMurray Follow Adam: https://twitter.com/AdamWeinrib Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebaseballinsiders/profilecard/?igsh=MTRsZng5NWRtMXpjcA== --- #MLBRumors #MLBAwards #MLBOffseason #WinterMeetings #WhiteElephant #HotStove #FanSided #BaseballPodcast Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    23 min
  5. 19/12/2025

    3-Team Trade Chaos! Pirates Land Brandon Lowe, Strahm Traded, Michael King Back to Padres

    The winter meetings were “boring”… until teams started doing everything. 😵‍💫 Adam Weinrib and FanSided MLB Insider Robert Murray break down a chaotic Friday of moves: the Rays/Astros/Pirates three-team trade that lands Brandon Lowe in Pittsburgh, Robert’s inside scoop on the Matt Strahm trade to the Royals, and how Michael King ends up back with the Padres. We also hit Baltimore’s pivot (Shane Baz), why young controllable pitching is commanding insane returns, and Robert shuts down the viral rumor about Cody Bellinger seeking 8 years / $400M. 🎙️ Hosts: Adam Weinrib & Robert Murray 📅 Live all offseason: Monday / Wednesday / Friday #MLB #BaseballInsiders #MLBRumors 00:00 Intro — “Winter Meetings are boring?” Not anymore 02:18 Subscribe + Discord / Moonshot promos 03:08 Rays/Astros/Pirates 3-team trade breakdown (Burrows → HOU; Lowe → PIT; Melton → TB) 04:01 Why this is a big Pirates win + Cherington not done 05:39 Matt Strahm trade context + reliever market moving fast 06:51 Inside story: Robert breaks the Strom trade… in the shower 08:34 Phillies savings → Realmuto path? (what the money could do) 10:16 Michael King returns to Padres — why SD makes sense 11:56 Padres offseason direction + Preller structures 13:13 Fallout teams: Yankees/Red Sox/Orioles after King 13:59 Orioles pivot: Shane Baz price + why now 16:18 What these returns mean for Freddy Peralta trade market 17:16 Why Edward Cabrera to Orioles feels less likely now 18:38 Cody Bellinger “8 years/$400M” rumor — fact vs fiction 20:03 Mets vs Yankees international coup rant + holiday wrap 21:40 Merry Christmas sign-off --- SUBSCRIBE to The Moonshot, our weekly baseball email newsletter, where the FanSided MLB team, including Robert Murray, break down all the biggest stories in the big leagues with humor, insight and behind-the-scenes info: https://fansided.us5.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=b9bb472d0aa5e8abf01e2ced7&id=fa28ec1e24 Got more questions for Robert & Adam? Join our Discord channel! Become a member HERE to get started: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7_dK0B3mwchuelVrj_M-ng/join --- SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/c/TheBaseballInsiders Follow Robert: https://twitter.com/ByRobertMurray Follow Adam: https://twitter.com/AdamWeinrib Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebaseballinsiders/profilecard/?igsh=MTRsZng5NWRtMXpjcA== --- #MLB #MLBTrades #WinterMeetings #BaseballInsiders #FanSided #Pirates #Padres #Phillies #Orioles #HotStove #FreeAgency Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    22 min
  6. 17/12/2025

    Latest MLB Rumors: Alex Bregman Mystery Team, Cody Bellinger’s Market

    Alex Bregman’s “mystery team” might not be a mystery anymore — and the Diamondbacks could be the real wrinkle in the market. We break down the Boston smoke, what it could mean for Ketel Marte, and why Arizona makes sense. Plus: the reliever market keeps flying (Phillies add Brad Keller), where things stand for Cody Bellinger and Kyle Tucker, and why the Japanese star market feels too quiet to ignore. We wrap with live Q&A on the Pirates, Brewers (Freddy Peralta), and more. 👇 Drop your thoughts in the comments — especially Red Sox fans. #MLB #BaseballInsiders #MLBRumors 00:00 Intro + today’s topics (Bregman, Phillies, Bellinger/Tucker, Japan) 01:37 Show schedule + Discord / Moonshot promo 02:17 Phillies: Brad Keller + Luke Weaver; bullpen market thinning 05:40 Bregman “mystery team” + Red Sox smoke → D-backs angle 08:48 Why would Arizona trade Ketel Marte? (clubhouse context) 10:14 Red Sox trade chatter: Jarren Duran smoke / outfield market 11:53 Bellinger + Tucker market: Giants/Mets/Yankees, Boras timing 14:54 Japanese stars: Imai / Murakami / Okamoto (why silence matters) 18:08 Q&A: Pirates activity + where they pivot 19:38 Q&A: Brewers — Freddy Peralta market read 20:42 Fun Q: “dynasty” teams + wrap / sign-off --- SUBSCRIBE to The Moonshot, our weekly baseball email newsletter, where the FanSided MLB team, including Robert Murray, break down all the biggest stories in the big leagues with humor, insight and behind-the-scenes info: https://fansided.us5.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=b9bb472d0aa5e8abf01e2ced7&id=fa28ec1e24 Got more questions for Robert & Adam? Join our Discord channel! Become a member HERE to get started: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7_dK0B3mwchuelVrj_M-ng/join --- SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/c/TheBaseballInsiders Follow Robert: https://twitter.com/ByRobertMurray Follow Adam: https://twitter.com/AdamWeinrib Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebaseballinsiders/profilecard/?igsh=MTRsZng5NWRtMXpjcA== --- #MLBRumors #AlexBregman #CodyBellinger #MLBFreeAgency #RedSox #HotStove #MLBOffseason #BaseballNews #MLBTradeRumors #Phillies #Diamondbacks #JapaneseBaseball #BaseballInsiders Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    22 min

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Join MLB Insider Robert Murray, FanSided host extraordinaire, Adam Weinrib, and some of the biggest names in baseball and baseball media, as they bring you the inside scoop on everything happening across the league. From Hot Stove to the World Series, The Baseball Insiders have you covered.

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