MLB Morning Lineup Podcast
Are you a baseball fan looking for a quick, easy way to catch up on all the scores and stories from the night before? To hear the craziest stat from every team? To learn which player dominated the day? To find out who tied Boots Poffenberger’s 90-year-old hit-by-pitch record?
MLB.com’s Morning Lineup podcast will be coming to you five days a week – Monday through Friday – all in under 10 minutes. A rotating group of hosts will get you up to date on everything you need to know first thing in the A.M., so you can move on with your day, watch more baseball, and then (hopefully) listen to our podcast again the next morning. We can’t wait to meet you all there!
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Weekend bombshell: Bregman spurns Red Sox for Cubs
The assumption all along was that Alex Bregman would return to Boston. Instead, he pivoted to Chicago on a stunning 5-year deal. Where does that leave the Red Sox? Do they turn to Bo Bichette? And what does the Bregman move do to the overall market?
8 min
2
Ranking the next decade's World Series favorites
Which teams have the best chance of winning a World Series over the next 10 years? We picked the top 10, taking into account current rosters and farm systems, and the two-time defending champions are unsurprisingly front and center.
8 min
3
Hope y'all had a great Shohei Ohtani Day!
Yesterday was Shohei Ohtani Day for all who celebrate. And, since you're a baseball fan, we're guessing you did. We'll explain, plus detail the 5 ways Ohtani became an even more elite pitcher in 2025. Plus, the latest on the Alex Bregman market.
8 min
4
Morning Lineup: Trailer
Are you a baseball fan looking for a quick, easy way to catch up on all the important stories, scores and highlights from the night before? Well, you're in luck.
0 min
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The slugger & little girl at center of free agency
Kyle Tucker was the top name when free agency began, and he remains the top name now. He has to sign soon, right? Today, we break down all his options. Plus, Blue Jays fans may have Kazuma Okamoto's daughter to thank for him signing with Toronto.
9 min
6
Teams with plenty to do in the new year
Spring Training is only a month away, but several prized players are still available on the market. Which contending teams need to make a splash the most? Let's break it down!
8 min
7
We're back! 10 big moves to catch up on
The calendar has flipped to 2026 and plenty of moves were made across MLB since our last episode. From two Japanese stars signing with their new clubs to a blockbuster trade involving a 3-time All-Star, we recap the 10 biggest happenings around the league.
8 min
8
The 10 biggest baseball stories of the year
From the dominance of Skenes and Skubal, the power show put on by the Big Dumper, and the do-not-miss excellence of Shohei and the Dodgers, 2025 truly had it all. In our final podcast of the year, we count down the best in baseball in 2025.
9 min
9
Mets raid Yanks 'pen. How will Bombers respond?
For the 2nd time this month, the Mets have signed a Yankees free-agent reliever. First, Devin Williams. Now, Luke Weaver. The Yanks have been unusually quiet, but maybe not for long. Rumors are swirling around them in both the FA and trade markets.
9 min
10
Who will be the next free-agent domino to fall?
Let's break down the free-agent market and the possible ripple effects as the top five available players find teams, and we recap a busy week of transactions for the Braves along with a flurry of agreements involving pitchers yesterday.
9 min
11
Phils add Adolis; update on pitching market
The Phillies made an intriguing move by adding 2023 postseason hero Adolis García on a one-year contract, and we check in on the largely quiet free-agent market for starting pitchers and some new names popping up in trade rumors.
9 min
12
Catching up on weekend whirlwind of signings
The Winter Meetings may have ended, but a busy offseason isn't over. A few more names came off the board, including the active saves leader and a versatile veteran who will handle new duties in Queens. Plus, who are the five biggest free agents left?
8 min
13
The 4 top takeaways from Winter Meetings
With the Winter Meetings now in the rearview mirror, it was fitting that the week's first Schwarbomb was, well, Kyle Schwarber reupping with the Phillies, kickstarting a spate of moves. That was one of Mark Feinsand's 4 big takeaways from Orlando.
8 min
14
Polar Bear joining O's; what's next for Mets?
Pete Alonso is the latest Mets stalwart to head elsewhere, agreeing to a 5-year, $155 million deal with the Orioles, bringing much-needed thump to Baltimore's lineup. Will the Mets now make a run at some of the top free agents left?
9 min
15
Wild Winter Meetings: Signings, Lottery, more
Tuesday at the Winter Meetings was electric! There were two blockbuster free-agent signings: Kyle Schwarber returned to the Phils & Edwin Díaz left the Mets for the Dodgers. There also were trades, Team USA news & the White Sox won the Draft Lottery.
8 min
16
All eyes on big bats as Winter Meetings open
Pete Alonso is expected at the Winter Meetings today to meet with clubs in person, and Kyle Schwarber is also in high demand as rumors swirled about the top free-agent sluggers on the market during the first day in Orlando.
9 min
17
Kent earns Hall election on Contemporary vote
Jeff Kent earned election into the Hall of Fame Class of 2026 per voting by the Contemporary Baseball Era Players Committee. Candidates needed to receive 12 votes on ballots cast by the 16-member committee to earn election and Kent received 14.
9 min
18
Hope on horizon for fan bases in need of good news
Six teams head into 2026 riding at least four straight seasons without a winning record. Yet as Will Leitch notes, there is optimism for the A's, Angels, Nationals, Pirates, Rockies and White Sox.
8 min
19
Fairbanks drawing interest; Peralta on the move?
Now that Devin Williams is off the board and officially a Met, the market is heating up for Pete Fairbanks, with the Marlins and Tigers checking in on the reliever. Also, the door could be open -- even if just slightly -- for a Freddy Peralta trade.
8 min
20
Mets not done in bullpen; latest on relief market
The signing of Devin Williams doesn't mean the Mets have moved on from Edwin Díaz. But they aren't alone, with many top teams interested in the free-agent closer. It's all part of a fast-developing reliever market in advance of the Winter Meetings.
9 min
21
Playoff teams with big questions this winter
After seeing their playoff runs fall short of a World Series title, these clubs should be motivated to make some major moves this winter. MLB.com's Anthony Castrovince outlines their biggest needs and reacts to the Mets adding Devin Williams.
9 min
22
Rounding up recent deals; rumors to watch
Will Leitch has you covered with the moves you missed over the Thanksgiving break, including one of the premier starting pitchers coming off the board. Then it’s time to check in on the free agency rumor mill, focusing in on the biggest bats.
8 min
23
Red Sox deal for Gray; what we're grateful for
Boston acquired 3-time All-Star righty Sonny Gray from St. Louis for righty Richard Fitts and lefty prospect Brandon Clarke, bolstering an already solid rotation. Also, on Turkey Day eve we look back at what we're thankful for from the '25 season.
8 min
24
What Nimmo-Semien trade means for the Hot Stove
The offseason's first major deal will no doubt have an effect on many teams and players. For instance, does this mean the Mets pursue outfielders Kyle Tucker and/or Cody Bellinger? And what about the Rangers with their increased salary flexibility?
10 min
25
Mets-Rangers trade; top non-tendered players
The first major deal of the offseason went down last night as the Mets dealt outfielder Brandon Nimmo to the Rangers for second baseman Marcus Semien. Also, we look at the best players made available in the wake of the non-tender deadline.
10 min