Straight Outta Left: A Baseball Podcast
By Luke M.
Straight Outta Left: A Baseball PodcastMar 19, 2022
070-Are These Guys EVER Going to Sign?
Today we're discussing potential landing spots for the remaining big-name free agents still available. Spring training has started already, so it's crunch time now for these guys, their agents, and their potential new teams
069- Ranking the Biggest Trades of This Offseason
Today, we're talking about the impact of the trades that have happened throughout MLB during the offseason, including the Yankees acquiring Juan Soto and Alex Verdugo, the Orioles bringing in Corbin Burnes, the Braves taking a chance on Chris Sale, and many more!
068-Honoring the New Cooperstown Inductees!
We're back on this winter Sunday with a deep dive into the careers of Adrian Beltre, Joe Mauer, and Todd Helton, after all three of them were voted into the Baseball Hall of Fame this week
067-Luke vs. Leo. Twins vs. Astros
It is right and just that Leo joins the show to talk about the Twins vs. Astros showdown during the ALDS. Stay tuned for hot takes and friendly debates!
Special Edition ALDS and NLDS Preview!
A little unscripted today, but we got my predictions for the Divisional Round that starts today! (Alternate title: this guy can jinx every team except the Phillies apparently)
066-Here...We...Go!
The playoffs start tomorrow! I give my takes on each of the 12 teams in contention for the World Championship and make my predictions on who's going to come out on top. (Hint - their scouting department is quite "devilish" in their methods of finding the next best reliever in the game every year)
065-Tampa Chases Down the O's, Shohei is Done For the Year, and Who Has the Best Playoff Rotation?
064-Waivers Claims + A Discussion About Ohtani's Future
063-We're Back On the Air! Plus, a Look Ahead to September
062-Who Should Go to Seattle: 2023 All-Star Game Ballot Review
Easy cop-out episode! I just fill out a 2023 All-Star Game ballot and ramble about why my choices are clearly the best
061-How Are the New Guys Doing?
Today, we're looking at this year's rookie class. There's a lot of guys who are making big impacts in their first year. Guys like Carroll, Yoshida, Jung, Brown, Senga...and McGough?
060-The 5 Most Surprising Teams So Far
Finally, we're back at it! Looking at how this season has gone so far, several teams have disrupted the status quo and done surprisingly well. We'll be talking about the Rangers, Pirates, D-Backs, and a few others as well.
Washington Nationals 2023 Season Preview
Toronto Blue Jays 2023 Season Preview
Texas Rangers 2023 Season Preview
061-2023 Standings and Playoff Predictions!
Before the season starts, I give my best guess at how each team is going to do in 2023, plus I make my playoff and World Series predictions!
060-Best Lineups, Rotations, and Bullpens of 2023
Opening Day is tomorrow! Let's talk about which teams have the best lineups and pitching staffs
Tampa Bay Rays 2023 Season Preview
The Rays had an injury-plagued 2022 season yet still made the playoffs. If they can stay healthy in 2023, can they go all the way?
Seattle Mariners 2023 Season Preview
The Mariners FINALLY made it back to October baseball last year. This year, they're hungry and poised to do even more damage
San Francisco Giants 2023 Season Preview
The Giants came back to earth last season, and they had a disappointing offseason to say the least. Can their current roster keep up with the other powerhouses in their division?
San Diego Padres 2023 Season Preview
The Padres followed up their energizing playoff run in 2022 with a busy offseason. Their championship window is wide open now, but do they have what it takes to go all the way?
St. Louis Cardinals 2023 Season Preview
The Cardinals bid farewell to some franchise icons after 2022, but they are set on pursuing another division title in 2023.
Pittsburgh Pirates 2023 Season Preview
The Pirates are still rebuilding, but, with their young talent and seasoned vets, they have a good shot to improve in 2023.
Philadelphia Phillies 2023 Season Preview
The Phillies are looking to carry the momentum from their surprise pennant run from 2022 into this year. They improved a lot this offseason, so great things could be on the horizon for them
New York Yankees 2023 Season Preview (feat. Joe from Long Island)
Die-hard Yankees fan Joe joins the show to talk about the upcoming season. He brings a fresh, honest perspective that adds a lot to the show!
Oakland A's 2023 Season Preview
The A's are still deep in their long rebuild, but they continue to acquire young talent to develop in their farm system. We could see some of these guys arrive on the big league scene this year
New York Mets 2023 Season Preview
The Mets brought in plenty of reinforcements this offseason, as they usually do. They're going to need all the help they can get to make it to the top of the stacked NL East this year though
Minnesota Twins 2023 Season Preview
Milwaukee Brewers- 2023 Season Preview
After barely missing out on a playoff spot last year, Milwaukee added several new faces to go along with their existing core. Will the new additions plus the emergence of some young talent from the farm system help get them back to October this year?
Miami Marlins-2023 Season Preview
The Marlins are going to rely heavily on their talented young starting rotation this year. The big question is: can the offense wake up and do their part?
Los Angeles Dodgers-2023 Season Preview
Last year was more of the same for the Dodgers: absolute dominance in the regular season followed by a brutal collapse in the playoffs. Will a new mindset and retooled roster change the narrative in 2023?
Los Angeles Angels-2023 Season Preview
The Angels...one of the most frustrating teams of the past several years. Can they finally realize their potential in 2023, and will they be able to keep Shohei Ohtani around?
Kansas City Royals-2023 Season Preview
Kansas City looks to improve after a rough 2022. With a new manager and a lot of young talent bursting onto the scene, there is a lot of potential here, but only time will tell.
Detroit Tigers-2023 Season Preview
The Tigers had a rough 2022, to say the least. They need big bounce back seasons from their rookies and veterans alike to improve in 2023.
Houston Astros-2023 Season Preview
Leo joins tonight to talk about the defending champs and their outlook for 2023!
Colorado Rockies-2023 Season Preview
Cleveland Guardians-2023 Season Preview
Cleveland was a fun young team that made a somewhat surprising playoff run in 2022. Their 2023 roster looks really well-constructed, and they seem to be in good shape for another push.
Cincinnati Reds-2023 Season Preview
Cincinnati is in the middle of another deep rebuild. Expectations are low, but they do have some interesting young players who could turn some heads if things go well this season
Chicago White Sox-2023 Season Preview
The White Sox 2022 season was disappointing to say the least. Can their new manager bring in good vibes and more success for 2023?
Chicago Cubs-2023 Season Preview
Boston Red Sox-2023 Season Preview
Baltimore Orioles 2023 Season Preview
Atlanta Braves-2023 Season Preview Series
Today 2023 season preview is about the defending NL East Champion Atlanta Braves. After a disappointing exit in the playoffs and losing a couple big names, the Braves brought in some new faces to help them reload for another title push in 2023. Will it be enough?
Arizona Diamondbacks-2023 Season Preview Series
On the 1st installment of the 2023 SPS (Season Preview Series), we go down to Arizona to talk about the D-Backs' outlook for 2023. They vastly improved last season and made some moves over the winter to bring in pieces to supplement their burgeoning young core of stars. Will they make another big step forward in 2023?
059-Yu Darvish is a Padre for Life + Will the Pirates Trade Bryan Reynolds?
Tonight, we're going over the Yu Darvish extension, plus talking about the Bryan Reynolds situation in Pittsburgh and discussing some new rule updates from the league.
058-Who Had the Best Offseason?
After a long hiatus, we are back, with a list of 6 teams who "won" the offseason
057-He's BAAAAACCKK!!!! (pending a physical)
Carlos Correa is staying in Minnesota after all...wait, WHAT?!
056-Devers Get Paid + Correa and the Mets Continue to Stall
Apparently Carlos Correa's agent has reached out to other teams again?! Plus, the Red Sox lock up Rafael Devers, and the Pirates seem ready to trade Bryan Reynolds
055-The Correa Saga Continues, and the Blue Jays and D-Backs Make a Deal
The Mets are now having concerns about Carlos Correa's health also?! Plus the Blue Jays add a really underrated piece in Daulton Varsho, and the Rogers twins are going to be pitching together in San Fran
054-Wait, Correa ISN'T Going to San Fran???!!!
Just kidding about the whole Giants thing, Carlos Correa is actually going to the Mets. We now know that this is Steve Cohen's world and we're just living in it