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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We’ve got actual baseball! And the debut of ABS
Spring Training started FOR REAL yesterday as the Cubs and Dodgers – set to meet next month at the Tokyo Series – played the first Cactus League contest of ‘25. During the game, the new ABS system got its first tests as two challenges took place.
9 min
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Cactus League opens TODAY with Tokyo Series pre...
The Cubs and Dodgers square off in the first Spring Training game in Arizona today as they prepare for the Tokyo Series. Keep an eye on the automated ball-strike challenge system, which is debuting in a trial run this spring.
7 min
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No deal for Vlad, Jays; Mets, Yanks disagree
In a podcast sure to agree with you, Vlad Guerrero Jr. and the Blue Jays can't reach a contract extension, the Mets and Yanks have a difference of opinion and third base for the Red Sox really is a hot corner. Plus World Baseball Classic qualifiers.
9 min
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Spring Training players to watch
We go around the league to look at some players who have something to prove during Spring Training, and we check in on Mike Trout and Rafael Devers about the possibility they might try out different positions this season.
7 min
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4 things to look for this week in Arizona, Florida
The first full week of camp is underway, so it's time to focus on the big storylines. With Soto in the fold, just how good are the Mets? Is Ohtani on track to face live hitters soon? Will Vlad Jr. get an extension? And ... there's a game Thursday!
7 min
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Effects of the Bregman deal; a look at Phillies
With Alex Bregman headed to the Red Sox, we turn our focus to the five teams that were left on the outside looking in. First and foremost, will the deal throw a wrench in the Cardinals' third base plans? We'll see. Also, we preview the 2025 Phillies.
9 min
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Boston blockbuster! Bregman to Sox on 3-year deal
The biggest remaining free agent is off the market as Alex Bregman appears headed to the Red Sox on a three-year, $120 million deal, sources tell MLB.com's Mark Feinsand. We also take an in-depth look at what should be an improved Nationals team.
9 min
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The latest on Bregman plus previewing the Mets
Free-agent third baseman Alex Bregman reportedly has multiyear offers from three teams -- the Cubs, Red Sox and Tigers -- and "likely" will decide soon. We break it all down. Then, continuing to preview the NL East this week, we focus on the Mets.
8 min
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Most stunning moves of offseason; Marlins preview
We look back at some of the most surprising transactions of the offseason, including the D-backs landing top free-agent starter Corbin Burnes and the Cubs trading for Kyle Tucker, and we continue our team-by-team preview series with the Marlins.
9 min
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Pitchers we can't wait to watch; previewing Braves
With pitchers and catchers reporting to camp this week it’s time to focus on the arms we look forward to watching most in Spring Training, led by Roki Sasaki, of course. Also, our tour around the Majors leads us to Atlanta for a look at the Braves.
8 min
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Must-watch players; previewing the Reds
There are players so exciting that when they’re at the plate, you don’t dare look away. Let’s take a look at one such player in each division. Elly De La Cruz certainly qualifies here, too, paving the way for an in-depth look at the Reds, as well.
10 min
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Alonso returns to Mets; PECOTA's projections
Pete Alonso is back in the Big Apple! MLB.com's Mandy Bell breaks down his new deal with the Mets, then shares the top takeaways from PECOTA's 2025 standings projections and previews the Pirates with some insight from beat writer Alex Stumpf.
9 min
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The story of youngest pro baseball player ever
In our continuing coverage of Black History Month, we recount the remarkable story of a 12-year-old Black boy named Joe Reliford playing pro ball in the Deep South in the 1950s. Also, this week's NL Central preview continues with the Cubs.
8 min
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Records that could fall in '25; Brewers preview
We dive into the latest projections to identify 10 players who could put together record-breaking performances this upcoming season, and our preview series continues with a look at the Brewers as they attempt to defend their NL Central title.
9 min
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Jaw-dropping MLB trades; Flaherty back with Tigers
This weekend’s big NBA trade got us thinking. What deals have created huge waves in the baseball world? Babe Ruth from the Red Sox to the Yankees immediately comes to mind. Also, sources tell MLB.com that Jack Flaherty is set to return to the Tigers.
9 min
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Teams with the most at stake; previewing Colorado
After ending a postseason drought in '22, Seattle looked ready to contend for seasons to come. But the M's haven't been back to the playoffs since. They're among a handful of teams desperate to win. Also, a look at a much-improved Rockies squad.
9 min
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Relievers find new homes; previewing the Padres
The reliever market heated up in a big way Wednesday, with several pitchers agreeing to terms with new teams. MLB.com's Mandy Bell gets you up to speed, then is joined by Padres beat reporter AJ Cassavell to see what's in store in San Diego in 2025.
9 min
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Caminero's epic HR trot; previewing the Giants
Rays IF Junior Caminero clobbered a 454-foot, go-ahead homer in Game 7 of the Dominican Winter League finals and nearly broke the internet with his ensuing celebration. MLB.com's Matt Monagan relives the iconic moment, then previews the 2025 Giants.
9 min
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Dodgers preview; trade talks holding up FAs?
Our preview series continues with a look at the Dodgers and whether or not they are truly unstoppable, and we catch up on the latest offseason chatter, including some intriguing trade rumors that might be slowing down the free-agent market.
9 min
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Mets owner on Alonso talks; MLB Pipeline's Top 100
Steven Cohen expressed his frustrations over negotiations with free agent Pete Alonso, calling them “exhausting” and hinting it might be time for the Mets to move on. Also, MLB Pipeline unveiled its Top 100 prospects list with Roki Sasaki at No. 1.
9 min
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6 rivalries to watch in '25; previewing the Yanks
MLB.com's Will Leitch highlights one rivalry from each division that you won't want to miss this season, then previews the 2025 Yankees as we continue our team-by-team offseason breakdowns.
9 min
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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.
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Best fits for Alonso and Bregman; Red Sox preview
Spring Training is near, but Pete Alonso and Alex Bregman remain unsigned. MLB.com's Mandy Bell discusses potential landing spots for the star sluggers, plus looks ahead to the 2025 Red Sox as we continue our team-by-team offseason breakdowns.
8 min
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Ichiro, Sabathia, Wagner get call to the Hall
Ichiro Suzuki & CC Sabathia were elected to the Hall of Fame in their 1st year of eligibility, with the Japanese star coming one vote shy of a unanimous pick. Billy Wagner also got in, in his final year on the ballot. Plus, we preview the 2025 Rays
9 min
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Santander to Toronto; 4 key Hall of Fame questions
All-Star slugger Anthony Santander is staying in the AL East, agreeing to a 5-year deal with the Blue Jays. MLB.com's Anthony Castrovince analyzes the move and previews the 2025 Hall of Fame results, which will be revealed at 6 p.m. ET on MLB Network
9 min