Megapod: Trade Deadline Preview

Megapod: Trade Deadline Preview

Author: MLB Trade Rumors July 29, 2026 Duration: 1:54:12
Steve Adams and Anthony Franco join Darragh McDonald to set the table for next week's trade deadline. Topics include the Red Sox trading Connelly Early to the Nationals for Curtis Mead, if Boston could still make other moves to improve their middle infield, the tough decision the Tigers need to make about whether to trade Tarik Skubal or keep trying to compete, the potential suitors for Skubal, if the Padres should consider trading Mason Miller or Adrian Morejon, how big of a splash the Marin...

For baseball fans, the offseason can be just as gripping as the games themselves, filled with speculation, sudden deals, and the constant buzz of the hot stove. MLB Trade Rumors Podcast lives right in that thrilling space, offering a weekly deep dive into the mechanics and murmurs that shape the league. Host Darragh McDonald doesn't tackle it alone; each episode features a different writer from the MLB Trade Rumors team, bringing a mix of perspectives to the table. Together, they unpack the latest transactions, analyze the implications of roster moves, and sift through the rumor mill with a critical and knowledgeable eye. This isn't just surface-level chatter. The discussion goes into the strategic thinking behind front office decisions, potential fits for players on the move, and how a single trade can ripple across divisions. Whether it's the frenzy of the winter meetings or a quiet July waiver claim, this podcast provides the context and clarity that dedicated fans crave. Tuning in feels like getting an insider's perspective on the perpetual chess match of Major League Baseball, making it an essential listen for anyone who follows the business behind the box scores.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 50

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Diving Deep Into MLBTR's Payroll Tracker [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 49:22
MLBTR's newest contributor, Ethan Hullihen joins Darragh McDonald to discuss his work on the Payroll Tracker that was recently launched by MLB Trade Rumors. He talks about how he got started doing such detailed work, how…
Megapod: Trade Deadline Recap [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:34:55
Steve Adams and Anthony Franco join Darragh McDonald to discuss the Dodgers acquiring Tarik Skubal, the prospect return that the Tigers received, why no other team beat that offer, how the Tigers stopped short of a full…
The Mets In Flux, The Angels Fire Their GM, And Guardians' Catchers [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 57:35
Anthony Franco joins Darragh McDonald to discuss Mets topics that include the firing of manager Carlos Mendoza, trading David Peterson to the Cubs, and whether Bo Bichette and other players could be available at the dead…
The D-Backs Battle Injuries, Boston's Trade Chips, And More! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:02:50
Steve Adams joins Darragh McDonald to discuss the plethora of injuries that the Diamondbacks are facing and potential trade chips that the Red Sox could deal at the deadline. Listener question topics include the possibil…