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Breakfast with the Beats - 026Winners and Losers Welcome to another episode of Breakfast with the Beats. In this episode, the first of the off-season, Mike and Dave discuss: - the final results of their most important leagues - the past, present, and future state of the Baltimore Orioles, Kansas City Royals, and Pittsburgh Pirates - the decisions they made in 2026 that either helped them win or cost them money - their offseason plans for relaxation Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

BWB 025 - Is Failure an Option? Welcome to episode 25 of Breakfast with the Beats. In this edition, Mike and Dave talk about: Players we're confused about for 2027Connor NorbyMiguel VargasThe ceiling for Kevin McGonigle in fantasyThe optimism in Los Angeles for the AngelsThe disappointing Seattle MarinersThe concerning comments by Paul Skenes and Vladimir Guerrero Jr.The MLB Playoffs with a fantasy spinThen, in the mental health moment, the guys discuss how they deal with failure daily. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Breakfast with the Beats Episode 024The Final Countdown Welcome to the latest episode of Breakfast with the Beats. In this edition, the guys discuss: - Players who have impressed us in September with the potential for that success to carry over into 2027: Kyle Tucker and Carter Jensen - Steven Kwan and his second-half performance - Andrés Muñoz and his new secret weapon - Bryce Harper and the Phillies' chances of winning a World Series - How to prepare for the final week of the season: streamers, adds, drops, and schedules - Dynasty baseball tips and tricks - In our Mental Health Moment, we discuss how we handle the unknown     Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

BWB 023 - Late-Season Must-Add Players Welcome to another episode of Breakfast with the Beats. In this episode, Mike and Dave are back, discussing: - Players we need to step up over the final two weeks of the season: José Ramírez, Julio Rodríguez, Josh Naylor, Trea Turner - The stability of the White Sox bullpen: Hagen Smith, Grant Taylor - What lies ahead for the Dodgers: Shohei Ohtani - Players returning from injury that you need to know about for the final two weeks: Ryan O’HearnShea LangeliersCarlos CorreaJJ WetherholtNathan EovaldiEdwin DíazTrey YesavageWillson ContrerasXavier EdwardsConnelly EarlyMaikel GarciaRoki Sasaki- Save opportunities in obscure situations: 1. Erik Tolman2. Mason Montgomery3. Trent Harris4. Brandyn Garcia Finally, in our Mental Health Moment, we discuss life as empty-nesters. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Breakfast with the Beats - 022You Just Made The List   Welcome to Episode 22 of Breakfast with the Beats. In this episode, Mike and Dave discuss: - Luis Robert Jr. and his latest journey - Freddy Peralta and the changes that he has made - Nick Pollack's annual end-of-season "List" article discussing every team's matchups down the stretch. - Nerves in our Mental Health Moment For reference, here is Nick's article: https://pitcherlist.com/the-list-8-31-your-sp-guide-for-the-playoffs-based-on-expected-schedules/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Breakfast with the Beats - 021 It's Okay to Disagree   Mike and Dave are back with another episode of Breakfast with the Beats. In this episode, the guys discuss: Teams they feel comfortable streaming pitchers against over the final month of the season The struggles of Jacob deGrom The potential of George Klassen The Triple Crown possibilities for Yordan Alvarez Then, the guys get into the war room, debating topics such as: the strategy of drafting an early-round starter the future of Oneil Cruz if it's worth drafting an early-round closer the value of having SB+BA players over power, such as Chandler Simpson and Xavier Edwards Finally, in their Mental Health Moment, they discuss how they handle disagreements in their everyday lives. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

BWB 020 - Round One Predictions Welcome to another episode of Breakfast with the Beats. In this episode, Mike and Dave discuss: players that made us pivot from our original plans Willy Adames Miguel Vargas the sustainability of Brayan Bello the possibility that Parker Messick is an ace the latest on Ketel Marte round one busts from 2026 a potential round one lineup for next spring   Finally, in our Mental Health Moment, the guys discuss how to handle last-minute changes to their plans. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Breakfast with the Beats The Chaotic Nature of Injuries and Saves   Welcome to another episode of Breakfast with the Beats. In today's episode, Mike and Dave discuss:   trades that we made in our fantasy leagues trades that we didn't make in our fantasy leagues if George Lombard Jr. is the answer at shortstop for the Yankees whether Foster Griffin can continue his 2026 success in Cleveland if Francisco Lindor is right about the Mets being a winning team injury situations to monitor: the Braves rotation the Yankees outfield the Cubs rotation the Dodgers catching the Pirates hitters the Padres rotation closer situations to monitor: committees to watch in Chicago (x2), Colorado, Los Angeles (x2), New York Mets, San Francisco Finally, in our Mental Health Moment, we discuss the challenges of maintaining physical fitness goals while working. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Breakfast with the Beats - Episode 018 State of the Union Address Welcome back to another episode of Breakfast with the Beats. In today's episode, we discuss: players that should be added because of opportunities every team's trade deadline fallout and expectations moving forward how we deal with the monotony and grind of a long work schedule All that and more in the latest episode of Breakfast with the Beats. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Breakfast with the Beats Episode 017 - Patience is a Virtue   Welcome to another episode of Breakfast with the Beats. Mike and Dave are back as they discuss: under-the-radar players to pick up now that should have an opportunity after the trade deadline the state of Shohei Ohtani with respect to his lingering injuries who the Reds should trade away at the deadline, and why they need to sell now why this is an important trade deadline for the Marlins and how they shouldn't be sellers innings concerns with pitchers to end the season; players discussed: Reid Detmers Cade Cavalli Michael King Braxton Ashcraft Jacob Misiorowski Cam Schlittler Brandon Young Max Meyer Justin Wrobleski tidbits about the schedule down the stretch whether or not we can drop the following players Framber Valdez Luis Castillo Kevin Gausman Trey Yesavage Jarren Duran Jazz Chisholm Jr. Jr. Gunnar Henderson Corbin Carroll And finally, in our Mental Health Moment, we discuss our professional level of confidence. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Breakfast with the Beats 016 Trust the Process Welcome back to another episode of Breakfast with the Beats. Mike and Dave discuss: baseball's most unbeatable records the state of the Padres if Zack Wheeler is worthy of a Cy Young the Rockies' impending decision with Hunter Goodman baseball's biggest injury: Aaron Judge or Garrett Crochet baseball's biggest disappointment: Cal Raleigh or Vladimir Guerrero Jr. if the White Sox should go all-in, or trust the process Finally, in their mental health moment, both Mike and Dave talk about the things they do to never give up and stick with it. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Breakfast with the Beats Episode 015 - Trade Deadline Preview   Welcome back for another episode of Breakfast with the Beats. In today's episode, Mike and Dave discuss: their favorite players of all-time what each team will do at the trade deadline what each team should do at the trade deadline the greatest baseball movies ever made Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Breakfast with the Beats Episode 014 - Hey Now, You're An All-Star   In the latest episode of Breakfast with the Beats, Mike and Dave dive into: Trade tips and techniques The validity of the breakout of Cole Carrigg If Jac Caglianone is a bona fide slugger The breakout of Pete Crow-Armstrong If Troy Melton is a front-line starter Then, the guys do some reflecting, looking back at early draft picks and see how they compare to players who were picked much later in drafts. Players discussed: Cal Raleigh vs Dillon Dingler Vladimir Guerrero Jr. vs Willson Contreras Fernando Tatis Jr. vs Travis Bazzana Austin Riley vs Max Muncy Gunnar Henderson vs Ernie Clement Julio Rodríguez vs Brandon Marsh Bryan Woo vs Cam Schlittler George Kirby vs Max Meyer Finally, in our Mental Health Moment, the guys do some reflecting of their own and examine how open they are to criticism and the learning of new things. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Breakfast with the Beats Balls Welcome to another edition of Breakfast with the Beats. In today's episode, Mike and Dave are back talking: Players who are finally turning it around after slow starts Caleb Durbin Alex Bregman Aaron Judge calling out his teammates in New York Junior Caminero looking like Superman Dansby Swanson flipping the switch The latest on the new ball used in baseball and the repercussions it presents How we balance the chaos that is holidays and life Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Breakfast with the Beats Grumpy Old Men   Welcome to the latest episode of Breakfast with the Beats. In this episode, Mike and Dave discuss: Players that they were wrong about Jazz Chisholm Jr. Jr. Kyle Tucker Fernando Tatis Jr. Jr. Jackson Merrill The Pirates' rotation and what lies ahead Paul Skenes Mitch Keller Jared Jones Bubba Chandler Braxton Ashcraft Mason Montgomery Gregory Soto Dennis Santana Carmen Mlodzinski The struggling Braves offense Ronald Acuña Jr. Jr. Ozzie Albies Drake Baldwin Michael Harris II Mauricio Dubón Matt Olson The resurgent Framber Valdez Then Mike and Dave start talking about things that are on their minds. Like old men shaking their hands at the clouds (Simpsons reference), they discuss: Why the possibility of the league introducing a new ball is the latest in a long line of unnecessary changes Why the landscape of predicting bullpens is nearly impossible these days Why knowing too much about the game of baseball is a bad thing Why fantasy leagues need to change their rules Finally, in our Mental Health Moment, the guys talk about letting their feelings show and why it's important. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.