https://www.spreaker.com/show/cards-categoriesenBaseballCopyright Razzball/Michael Couillard/Jeremy Brewerhttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/d0d1c068d3551ca57e1128bc41a02ec8.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/show/cards-categoriesWed, 15 Jul 2026 13:58:30 +0000Mike CouillardMike Couillard & Jeremy Brewercardscategories@gmail.comCards & Categories has you covered whether you're a fantasy baseball fan, an MLB card collector, or just like baseball podcasts. Join hosts Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer and tap into Razzball's newest podcast.falseepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-147-all-star-festivities-pc--72991379Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer discuss the All-Star game events including the Home Run Derby, Futures Game, and MLB Draft before making PC picks related to said events.

You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.

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Links to things discussed in the pod:

• Jordan Walker surmounts epic comeback to beat Kyle Schwarber in HR Derby
• Top performances from the MLB Futures Game
• 2026 MLB Draft results
• White Sox take Roch Cholowsky first overall in 2026 draft
• White Sox deal Jacob Gonzalez to Pittsburgh for extra pick

Upcoming baseball card set release calendar:

• July 15: 2026 Panini Immaculate Collection
• July 15: 2026 Topps Dynamic Duals
• July 16: 2026 Topps Cactus Jack (only at Fanatics Fest)
• July 22: 2026 Topps Chrome
• July 29: 2026 Topps Tribute
• TBD: 2026 Topps Pristine (preorder July 20)
• TBD: Topps X KAWS MLB (preorder July 20)

All-Star Festivities PC (link to related Razzball post)

Link to pod PC list

• Jordan Walker
  • J: 2023 Topps Dynasty Rookie Patch Auto /5 
  • M: 2023 Topps Holiday #H154 SP santa hat & candy cane bat
• Kyle Schwarber
  • J: 2016 Bowman Chrome Blue Refractor /150 Rookie Auto #CRA-KS 
  • M: 2020 Topps Dynasty #DAP-KS3 #/5 patch auto
• Nathan Flewelling
  • J: 2024 Bowman Draft 1st Bowman Auto /499 Refractor
  • M: 2026 Topps Now #448
• Seth Hernandez
  • J: 2025 1st Bowman Draft Yellow Auto /75
  • M: 2026 Donruss Clearly #124

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72991379Wed, 15 Jul 2026 13:58:25 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 147th episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ discuss the All-Star game events including the Home Run Derby, Futures Game, and MLB Draft before making PC picks related to said events. You...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer discuss the All-Star game events including the Home Run Derby, Futures Game, and MLB Draft before making PC picks related to said events.

You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.

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Links to things discussed in the pod:

• Jordan Walker surmounts epic comeback to beat Kyle Schwarber in HR Derby
• Top performances from the MLB Futures Game
• 2026 MLB Draft results
• White Sox take Roch Cholowsky first overall in 2026 draft
• White Sox deal Jacob Gonzalez to Pittsburgh for extra pick

Upcoming baseball card set release calendar:

• July 15: 2026 Panini Immaculate Collection
• July 15: 2026 Topps Dynamic Duals
• July 16: 2026 Topps Cactus Jack (only at Fanatics Fest)
• July 22: 2026 Topps Chrome
• July 29: 2026 Topps Tribute
• TBD: 2026 Topps Pristine (preorder July 20)
• TBD: Topps X KAWS MLB (preorder July 20)

All-Star Festivities PC (link to related Razzball post)

Link to pod PC list

• Jordan Walker
  • J: 2023 Topps Dynasty Rookie Patch Auto /5 
  • M: 2023 Topps Holiday #H154 SP santa hat & candy cane bat
• Kyle Schwarber
  • J: 2016 Bowman Chrome Blue Refractor /150 Rookie Auto #CRA-KS 
  • M: 2020 Topps Dynasty #DAP-KS3 #/5 patch auto
• Nathan Flewelling
  • J: 2024 Bowman Draft 1st...]]>4147all-star,asg,baseball,cards,cholowsky,collecting,derby,donruss,flewelling,hobby,jordan,mlb,phillies,roch,schwarber,topps,walker,whitesoxfalse1147fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-146-june-players-of-the-month-pc--72880241Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer discuss the All-Star rosters before diving into the latest call-ups and rash of injuries impacting fantasy squads everywhere. Then we make pod PC selections for the June MLB Players of the Month.
    
    You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
    
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    Links to things discussed in the pod:
    
    • MLB All-Star rosters are set
    • Brewers promote Luis Lara
    • Cooper Ingle promoted in Cleveland
    • Konnor Griffin dealing with torn tendon in left ring finger
    • Julio Rodriguez placed on 7-day IL
    • Time is a flat circle, Byron Buxton on the IL
    • Brent Rooker has season-ending surgery on cartilage in right knee
    • Cole Ragans out for season after UCL surgery
    • Carlos Rodon lands on injured list with with elbow issue
    • Brandon Woodruff out again with shoulder injury
    • Ryan Helsley shelved again due to balky right elbow
    Upcoming baseball card set release calendar:
    
    • July 8: 2026 Topps Finest
    • July 15: 2026 Panini Immaculate Collection
    • July 15: 2026 Topps Dynamic Duals
    • July 16: 2026 Topps Cactus Jack (only at Fanatics Fest)
    • July 22: 2026 Topps Chrome
    • July 29: 2026 Topps Tribute
    • TBD: 2026 Topps Pristine (preorder July 20)
    • TBD: Topps X KAWS MLB (preorder July 20)
    June Players of the Month PC (link to related Razzball post)
    
    Link to related MLB Players of the Month article
    
    • Junior Caminero
      • J: 2024 Topps Five Star Jackie Robinson Patch Auto 1/1 
      • M: 2023 Bowman Chrome Sapphire #BCP61
    • Pete Crow-Armstrong
      • J: 2024 Topps Inception Rookie Milestones Patch Auto /5 
      • M: 2025 Topps Series 2 #90B2-PC 35th Anniversary Auto
    • Drew Rasmussen
      • J: 2025 Topps Update Series US316 Cyan Printing Plate 1/1
      • M: 2021 Topps Stadium Club #139 Rookie Design Variation auto #/25
    • Logan Webb
      • J: 2019 Richmond Flying Squirrels Team Card Autograph
      • M: 2020 Topps Chrome #RALW Rookie Auto orange wave #/25
    • Kazuma Okamoto
      • J: 2015 BBM Genesis Authentic Bat Card /80
      • M: 2026 Bowman Chrome #28 Red RC variation
    • TJ Rumfield
      • J: 2025 Choice Scranton Wilkes-Barre RailRiders #23
      • M: 2026 Topps Chrome #181
    ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72880241Thu, 09 Jul 2026 03:06:52 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 146th episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ discuss the All-Star rosters before diving into the latest call-ups and rash of injuries impacting fantasy squads everywhere. Then we make pod...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer discuss the All-Star rosters before diving into the latest call-ups and rash of injuries impacting fantasy squads everywhere. Then we make pod PC selections for the June MLB Players of the Month.
    
    You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
    
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    Sign up here to get access to all of the Razzball tools to win your 2026 fantasy leagues!
    
    Links to things discussed in the pod:
    
    • MLB All-Star rosters are set
    • Brewers promote Luis Lara
    • Cooper Ingle promoted in Cleveland
    • Konnor Griffin dealing with torn tendon in left ring finger
    • Julio Rodriguez placed on 7-day IL
    • Time is a flat circle, Byron Buxton on the IL
    • Brent Rooker has season-ending surgery on cartilage in right knee
    • Cole Ragans out for season after UCL surgery
    • Carlos Rodon lands on injured list with with elbow issue
    • Brandon Woodruff out again with shoulder injury
    • Ryan Helsley shelved again due to balky right elbow
    Upcoming baseball card set release calendar:
    
    • July 8: 2026 Topps Finest
    • July 15: 2026 Panini Immaculate Collection
    • July 15: 2026 Topps Dynamic Duals
    • July 16: 2026 Topps Cactus Jack (only at Fanatics Fest)
    • July 22: 2026 Topps Chrome
    • July 29: 2026 Topps...]]>6128all-star,baseball,buxton,caminero,cards,collecting,fantasy,finest,griffin,hobby,konnor,lara,mlb,pca,rays,razzball,topps,woodrufffalse1146fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-145-prospects-to-target--72688805Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer navigate the latest batch of injuries along with some demotions before discussing prospects to target in dynasty/keeper during the upcoming trade season.
      
      You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
      
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      Links to things discussed in the pod:
      • Bobby Witt Jr. dealing with Grade 1 strain of right MCL
      • Hand strain shelves Maikel Garcia
      • Mike Trout felled by hamstring injury
      • Liam Hicks to IL with back issue
      • Adley Rutschman out with concussion
      • Jack Leiter lands on IL after ankle surgery
      • D-backs add both Michael Soroka (glute) and Jordan Lawlar (hammy) to injured list
      • Ryne Nelson also out with a partially torn flexor
      • Mitch Bratt set to debut for Arizona
      • Kyle Teel returns for White Sox, Edgar Quero demoted
      • Edward Cabrera strains left hammy, placed on IL
      • Ben Brown also lands on IL with neck strain
      • Cubs demote Moises Ballesteros
      • Phillies send Andrew Painter to Triple-A
      • Minions SPs to be included in Topps Chrome
      Upcoming baseball card set release calendar:
      • June 24: 2026 Topps Tier One
      • July 3: 2026 Donruss Elite
      • July 8: 2026 Topps Finest
      • July 15: 2026 Panini Immaculate Collection
      • July 15: 2026 Topps Dynamic Duals
      • July 22: 2026 Topps Chrome
      • TBD: 2026 Topps Tribute (preorder June 29)
      Prospects To Target (46:55)
      • Batters
        • Giants infielders (Luis Hernandez, Jhonny Level, Josuar Gonzalez)
        • Theo Gillen
        • Eric Hartman
        • Josiah Hartshorn
        • Juneiker Caceres
      • Pitchers
        • Joseph Dzierwa
        • Braylon Doughty
        • Kendry Chourio
        • Caden Scarborough
      ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72688805Thu, 25 Jun 2026 14:18:02 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 145th episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ navigate the latest batch of injuries along with some demotions before discussing prospects to target in dynasty/keeper during the upcoming...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer navigate the latest batch of injuries along with some demotions before discussing prospects to target in dynasty/keeper during the upcoming trade season.
      
      You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
      
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      Links to things discussed in the pod:
      • Bobby Witt Jr. dealing with Grade 1 strain of right MCL
      • Hand strain shelves Maikel Garcia
      • Mike Trout felled by hamstring injury
      • Liam Hicks to IL with back issue
      • Adley Rutschman out with concussion
      • Jack Leiter lands on IL after ankle surgery
      • D-backs add both Michael Soroka (glute) and Jordan Lawlar (hammy) to injured list
      • Ryne Nelson also out with a partially torn flexor
      • Mitch Bratt set to debut for Arizona
      • Kyle Teel returns for White Sox, Edgar Quero demoted
      • Edward Cabrera strains left hammy, placed on IL
      • Ben Brown also lands on IL with neck strain
      • 5568baseball,cards,collecting,cubs,diamondbacks,dzierwa,fantasy,giants,hobby,minions,mlb,prospects,razzball,royals,teel,topps,trades,trout,whitesox,wittfalse1145fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-144-an-incomprehensive-guide-to-selling-cards--72563531Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer discuss another rash of hamate injuries before discussing a basic how-to guide on initial steps to sell baseball cards.
        
        You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
        
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        Links to things discussed in the pod:
        
        • Jose Ramirez goes down with left hamate fracture
        • Vinnie Pasquantino also out with hamate fracture
        • Knee injury sends Brent Rooker to IL
        • Will Smith placed on IL with neck injury
        • Spencer Strider out at least a month with elbow inflammation
        • Daniel Palencia dealing with elbow inflammation, placed on IL
        • Chase Dollander slated for UCL surgery
        • Trent Grisham out with hamstring injury, Jasson Dominguez returns
        • Braden Montgomery joins surprising White Sox squad
        • Brewers promote Cooper Pratt
        • Blaze Jordan promoted in St. Louis with Nolan Gorman shuttled to minors
        • Example of the Through The Years Golden Mirror RC of Derek Jeter
        • eBay listings of Diamond Dust cards
        • 2026 Topps Series 2 checklist still listing Highlight Reels
        Upcoming baseball card set release calendar:
        
        • June 17: 2025 Topps Dynasty
        • June 19: 2025 Topps Inception
        • June 24: 2026 Topps Tier One
        • July 3: 2026 Donruss Elite
        • July 8: 2026 Topps Finest
        • July 15: 2026 Panini Immaculate Collection
        • July 15: 2026 Topps Dynamic Duals
        • TBD: 2026 Topps Tribute (preorder June 29)
        • TBD: 2026 Topps Chrome (preorder June 22)
        An Incomprehensive Guide To Selling Cards (1:04:00)
        
        Topics discussed (roughly in order):
        
        • General selling strategies
        • Timing (value-wise) of when to sell cards
        • eBay omnibus
        • Other internet selling platforms
        • Live-streaming selling platforms
        • When to consign
        • IRL card shows
        ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72563531Wed, 17 Jun 2026 16:12:38 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 144th episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ discuss another rash of hamate injuries before discussing a basic how-to guide on initial steps to sell baseball cards. You can find us on...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer discuss another rash of hamate injuries before discussing a basic how-to guide on initial steps to sell baseball cards.
        
        You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
        
        We have Cards & Categories swag for purchase here!
        
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        Links to things discussed in the pod:
        
        • Jose Ramirez goes down with left hamate fracture
        • Vinnie Pasquantino also out with hamate fracture
        • Knee injury sends Brent Rooker to IL
        • Will Smith placed on IL with neck injury
        • Spencer Strider out at least a month with elbow inflammation
        • Daniel Palencia dealing with elbow inflammation, placed on IL
        • Chase Dollander slated for UCL surgery
        • Trent Grisham out with hamstring injury, Jasson Dominguez returns
        • Braden Montgomery joins surprising White Sox squad
        • Brewers promote Cooper Pratt
        • Blaze Jordan promoted in St. Louis with Nolan Gorman shuttled to minors
        • 8643baseball,cardinals,cards,collecting,cubs,dollander,guardians,hamate,injuries,mlb,ramirez,razzball,rooker,saves,selling,sports,strider,toppsfalse1144fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-143-2026-topps-series-2-overview--72438753Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer discuss the impact of losing a fantasy star like Aaron Judge along with other MLB happenings. Then we dive into the latest baseball card release, 2026 Topps Series 2, hitting shelves everywhere on June 10.
          
          You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social.
          
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          Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.Links to things discussed in the pod:
          • Aaron Judge dealing with stress fracture in rib, out 4-6 weeks
          • Corbin Burnes injured in rehab, out until September
          • Ramon Laureano likely to miss rest of 2026
          • A’s save situation gets more chaotic with Joel Kuhnel DFA-ed, dealt to Milwaukee
          • Thomas White sprains capsular in shoulder, out 3-4 months
          • D-backs promote LuJames Groover
          • Errors have been appearing in Topps Chrome Platinum with NBA card backs
          Upcoming baseball card set release calendar:
          • June 10: 2026 Topps Series 2
          • June 17: 2025 Topps Dynasty
          • June 17: 2026 Donruss Elite
          • June 19: 2025 Topps Inception
          • June 24: 2026 Topps Tier One
          • July 15: 2026 Panini Immaculate Collection
          • TBD: 2026 Topps Dynamic Duals (preorder June 15)
          • TBD: 2026 Topps Finest (preorder June 8)TBD: 2026 Topps Tribute (preorder June 29)
          • TBD: 2026 Bowman Sapphire (preorder June 10)
          2026 Topps Series 2 Overview (40:30) (link to related Razzball post)
          • Beckett checklist and preview
          • Checklist Insider preview
          • Topps Ripped history of Series 2
          ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72438753Tue, 09 Jun 2026 15:18:23 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 143rd episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ discuss the impact of losing a fantasy star like Aaron Judge along with other MLB happenings. Then we dive into the latest baseball card...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer discuss the impact of losing a fantasy star like Aaron Judge along with other MLB happenings. Then we dive into the latest baseball card release, 2026 Topps Series 2, hitting shelves everywhere on June 10.
          
          You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social.
          
          We have Cards & Categories swag for purchase here!
          
          Sign up here to get access to all of the Razzball tools to win your 2026 fantasy leagues!
          
          Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.Links to things discussed in the pod:
          • Aaron Judge dealing with stress fracture in rib, out 4-6 weeks
          • Corbin Burnes injured in rehab, out until September
          • Ramon Laureano likely to miss rest of 2026
          • A’s save situation gets more chaotic with Joel Kuhnel DFA-ed, dealt to Milwaukee
          • Thomas White sprains capsular in shoulder, out 3-4 months
          • D-backs promote LuJames Groover
          • Errors have been appearing in Topps Chrome Platinum with NBA card backs
          Upcoming baseball card set release calendar:
          • June 10: 2026 Topps Series 2
          • June 17: 2025 Topps Dynasty
          • June 17: 2026 Donruss Elite
          • June 19: 2025 Topps Inception
          • June 24: 2026 Topps Tier One
          • July 15: 2026 Panini Immaculate Collection
          • TBD: 2026 Topps Dynamic Duals (preorder June 15)
          • TBD: 2026 Topps Finest (preorder June 8)TBD: 2026 Topps Tribute (preorder June 29)
          • TBD: 2026 Bowman Sapphire (preorder June 10)
          2026 Topps Series 2 Overview (40:30) (link to related Razzball post)
          • Beckett checklist and...]]>5470baseball,burnes,cards,collecting,dbacks,fantasy,flagship,hobby,judge,mlb,murakami,razzball,topps,yankeesfalse1143fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-142-may-player-of-the-month-pc--72334845Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer discuss the latest card news including pausing of grading services at PSA before getting into the injuries and call-ups impacting our fantasy squads. Then we make pod PC selections for the May MLB Players of the Month.
            
            You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
            
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            Sign up here to get access to all of the Razzball tools to win your 2026 fantasy leagues!
            
            Links to things discussed in the pod:
            
            • PSA pauses all “value” level grading
            • Redemption for 1952 Mantle from 2026 Topps Series One has been pulled, listed on Goldin
            Upcoming baseball card set release calendar:
            
            • June 5: 2025 Topps Chrome Platinum ‘55
            • June 10: 2026 Topps Series 2
            • June 17: 2025 Topps Dynasty
            • June 17: 2026 Donruss Elite
            • June 19: 2025 Topps Inception
            • June 24: 2026 Topps Tier One
            • July 15: 2026 Panini Immaculate Collection
            • TBD: 2026 Topps Dynamic Duals (preorder June 15)
            • TBD: 2026 Topps Finest (preorder June 8)
            • TBD: 2026 Topps Tribute (preorder June 29)
            • TBD: 2026 Bowman Sapphire (preorder June 10)
            • Latest and greatest news:
              • Elly De La Cruz hamstring injury opens path for Edwin Arroyo
              • Munetaka Murakami hamstring injury opens path for Jacob Gonzalez
              • Teoscar Hernandez hamstring injury opens path for Ryan Ward
              • Konnor Griffin dealing with right flexor strain
              • Eury Perez strains groin muscle stretching, out eight-ish weeks
              • Aidan Miller set to miss 6-8 weeks after back surgery
              • Ethan Holliday to miss rest of 2026 after surgery for stress fracture in left foot
              • Cardinals promote Jimmy Crooks and Nelson Velazquez
            MAY POTM PC (44:40) (link to related Razzball post)
            
            Link to May Award Winners announcement
            Pod PC List
            
            • Nick Kurtz
              • J: 2025 Topps Heritage High Number Real One Auto Red Ink /76
              • M: 2026 Bowman ES-22 Electric Sluggers insert green refractor #/99
            • JJ Bleday
              • J: 2020 Topps Heritage Minors /50 Quarter Relic
              • M: 2019 Panini Prizm Draft Picks Autographs #23 hyper mojo parallel #/49
            • Spencer Arrighetti
              • J: 2025 Topps Heritage #454 Spaghetti Nickname Variation
              • M: 2024 Topps Now #187 RC
            • Cristopher Sanchez
              • J: 2025 Topps Series 1 Team Logo #109
              • M: 2022 Panini Prizm Rookie Autograph red donut variation #/35
            • Munetaka Murakami
              • J: BBM 2021 Genesis Munetaka Murakami Sato Teruaki Combo Jersey /30
              • M: 2026 Bowman Anime #BA-3 SSP
            • TJ Rumfield
              • J: TJ Rumfield Hudson Valley Renegades In Person Auto
              • M: 2026 Bowman #CPA-TR 1st auto purple #/250
            ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72334845Thu, 04 Jun 2026 13:17:01 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 142nd episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ discuss the latest card news including pausing of grading services at PSA before getting into the injuries and call-ups impacting our fantasy...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer discuss the latest card news including pausing of grading services at PSA before getting into the injuries and call-ups impacting our fantasy squads. Then we make pod PC selections for the May MLB Players of the Month.
            
            You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
            
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            Links to things discussed in the pod:
            
            • PSA pauses all “value” level grading
            • Redemption for 1952 Mantle from 2026 Topps Series One has been pulled, listed on Goldin
            Upcoming baseball card set release calendar:
            
            • June 5: 2025 Topps Chrome Platinum ‘55
            • June 10: 2026 Topps Series 2
            • June 17: 2025 Topps Dynasty
            • June 17: 2026 Donruss Elite
            • June 19: 2025 Topps Inception
            • June 24: 2026 Topps Tier One
            • July 15: 2026 Panini Immaculate Collection
            • TBD: 2026 Topps Dynamic Duals (preorder June 15)
            • TBD: 2026 Topps Finest (preorder June 8)
            • TBD: 2026 Topps Tribute (preorder June 29)
            • TBD: 2026 Bowman Sapphire (preorder June 10)
            • Latest and greatest news:
              • Elly De La Cruz hamstring injury opens path for Edwin Arroyo
              • Munetaka Murakami hamstring injury opens path for Jacob Gonzalez
              • Teoscar Hernandez hamstring injury opens path for Ryan Ward
              • Konnor Griffin dealing with right flexor strain
              • Eury Perez strains groin muscle stretching, out eight-ish weeks
              • Aidan Miller set to miss 6-8 weeks after back surgery
              • 4869arrighetti,baseball,bleday,bowman,cards,collecting,dodgers,fantasy,griffin,holliday,kurtz,mantle,mlb,murakami,psa,razzball,reds,sanchez,topps,whitesoxfalse1142fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-141-the-team-killers--72198948Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer discuss a wide range of topics including the latest injuries, call-ups, and hot performances.
                
                You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                
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                Links to things discussed in the pod:
                • A’s promote Gage Jump
                • Lourdes Gurriel Jr. injury opens playing time for Tommy Troy
                • Ryan Jeffers breaks a hamate, shelved for 6-8 weeks
                • Ankle injury derails Mickey Moniak
                • Dylan Cease lands on IL with hammy issue
                • Back strain fells Logan Henderson
                • Robby Snelling gets internal brace surgery on UCL sprain
                • Wade Meckler is back in the bigs, smacks first homer
                • Link to boxscore daily email
                Upcoming baseball card set release calendar:
                • May 27: 2026 Panini Donruss
                • June 5: 2025 Topps Chrome Platinum ‘55
                • June 10: 2026 Topps Series 2
                • June 17: 2025 Topps Dynasty
                • June 17: 2026 Donruss Elite
                • June 19: 2025 Topps Inception
                • June 24: 2026 Topps Tier One
                • TBD: 2026 Topps Dynamic Duals (preorder June 15)
                • TBD: 2026 Topps Finest (preorder June 8)
                • TBD: 2026 Topps Tribute (preorder June 1)
                The Team Killers (31:30)
                • Young OFs:
                  • Roman Anthony
                  • Wyatt Langford
                  • Jackson Merrill
                • Weak-hitting MIs:
                  • Geraldo Perdomo
                  • Bo Bichette
                • Punchless power bats:
                  • Agustin Ramirez
                  • Vinnie Pasquantino
                • Struggling sinkerballers:
                  • Logan Webb
                  • Framber Valdez
                ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72198948Thu, 28 May 2026 02:58:38 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 140th episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ discuss a wide range of topics including the latest injuries, call-ups, and hot performances. You can find us on bluesky...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer discuss a wide range of topics including the latest injuries, call-ups, and hot performances.
                
                You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                
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                Links to things discussed in the pod:
                • A’s promote Gage Jump
                • Lourdes Gurriel Jr. injury opens playing time for Tommy Troy
                • Ryan Jeffers breaks a hamate, shelved for 6-8 weeks
                • Ankle injury derails Mickey Moniak
                • Dylan Cease lands on IL with hammy issue
                • Back strain fells Logan Henderson
                • Robby Snelling gets internal brace surgery on UCL sprain
                • Wade Meckler is back in the bigs, smacks first homer
                • Link to boxscore daily email
                Upcoming baseball card set release calendar:
                • May 27: 2026 Panini Donruss
                • June 5: 2025 Topps Chrome Platinum ‘55
                • June 10: 2026 Topps Series 2
                • June 17: 2025 Topps Dynasty
                • June 17: 2026 Donruss Elite
                • June 19: 2025 Topps Inception
                • June 24: 2026 Topps Tier One
                • TBD: 2026 Topps Dynamic Duals (preorder June 15)
                • TBD: 2026 Topps Finest (preorder June 8)
                • TBD: 2026 Topps Tribute (preorder June 1)
                The Team Killers (31:30)
                • Young OFs:
                  • Roman Anthony
                  • Wyatt Langford
                  • Jackson Merrill
                • Weak-hitting MIs:
                  • Geraldo Perdomo
                  • Bo Bichette
                • Punchless power bats:
                  • Agustin Ramirez
                  • Vinnie Pasquantino
                • Struggling sinkerballers:
                  • Logan Webb
                  • Framber Valdez
                ]]>3810baseball,bichette,card,collecting,fantasy,jump,langford,meckler,merrill,mlb,perdomo,razzball,sports,topps,valdez,webbfalse1141fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-140-feeling-loose--72083848Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer discuss a wide range of topics including the latest injuries, call-ups, and hot performances.
                
                You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                
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                Links to things discussed in the pod:
                • Blake Snell to get loose bodies removed
                • Max Fried dealing with bruised elbow
                • Drake Baldwin down with a right oblique strain
                • Cal Raleigh placed on IL for first time with oblique strain
                • Brendan Donovan returns to IL, M’s promote Colt Emerson
                • Clay Holmes out with fibula fracture inflicted by Spencer Jones
                • Jordan Westburg finally gets Tommy John
                • Robby Snelling diagnosed with UCL sprain
                • Mike Podhorzer’s bat speed risers piece from 2025
                Upcoming baseball card set release calendar:
                • May 27: 2026 Panini Donruss
                • June 4: 2025 Topps Chrome Platinum ‘55
                • June 10: 2026 Topps Series 2
                • June 17: 2026 Donruss Elite
                • June 19: 2025 Topps Inception
                • TBD: 2026 Topps Dynamic Duals (preorder June 15)
                • TBD: 2026 Topps Tier One (preorder May 26)
                ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72083848Wed, 20 May 2026 13:52:36 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 140th episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ discuss a wide range of topics including the latest injuries, call-ups, and hot performances. You can find us on bluesky at...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer discuss a wide range of topics including the latest injuries, call-ups, and hot performances.
                
                You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                
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                Links to things discussed in the pod:
                • Blake Snell to get loose bodies removed
                • Max Fried dealing with bruised elbow
                • Drake Baldwin down with a right oblique strain
                • Cal Raleigh placed on IL for first time with oblique strain
                • Brendan Donovan returns to IL, M’s promote Colt Emerson
                • Clay Holmes out with fibula fracture inflicted by Spencer Jones
                • Jordan Westburg finally gets Tommy John
                • Robby Snelling diagnosed with UCL sprain
                • Mike Podhorzer’s bat speed risers piece from 2025
                Upcoming baseball card set release calendar:
                • May 27: 2026 Panini Donruss
                • June 4: 2025 Topps Chrome Platinum ‘55
                • June 10: 2026 Topps Series 2
                • June 17: 2026 Donruss Elite
                • June 19: 2025 Topps Inception
                • TBD: 2026 Topps Dynamic Duals (preorder June 15)
                • TBD: 2026 Topps Tier One (preorder May 26)
                ]]>3947baldwin,baseball,bleday,cards,collecting,emerson,fantasy,injuries,mariners,marlins,mlb,raleigh,razzball,snell,vargas,westburg,whitesoxfalse1140fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-139-2026-bowman-overview--71990156Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by discussing the disastrous Giants along with exciting call-ups and a few injuries impacting fantasy leagues. Then they dive into the 2026 Bowman checklist, the latest card set hitting shelves everywhere on May 13.
                
                You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                
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                Links to things discussed in the pod:
                
                • Giants in a tailspin
                  • Giants deal Patrick Bailey to the Guardians in exchange for Matt Wilkinson and a 2026 first round pick
                  • Logan Webb placed on IL with right knee bursitis, Trevor McDonald replaces him in rotation
                  • Ryan Walker and Gregory Santos demoted to Triple-A
                  • Tony Vitello fails to select arm from bullpen, creating chaos
                  • Alexandra Whitley’s BSB on Giants historic walk rates
                • Marlins bring Robby Snelling to the big leagues, release Chris Paddack
                • Ryan Waldschmidt call up in Arizona while Alek Thomas is DFA-ed
                • Jasson Dominguez sprains shoulder, Yankees bring up Spencer Jones
                • Mets promoting A.J. Ewing
                • Henry Bolte called up to bigs with A’s
                • Carlos Correa undergoes surgery on left ankle, out for season
                • Cole Ragans dealing with pitcher’s elbow, lands on IL
                • Matthew Boyd tears meniscus while playing with kids, out six weeks
                Upcoming baseball card set release calendar:
                
                • May 13: 2026 Bowman
                • May 27: 2026 Panini Donruss
                • June 4: 2025 Topps Chrome Platinum ‘55
                • June 10: 2026 Topps Series 2
                • June 17: 2026 Donruss Elite
                • TBD: 2025 Topps Inception (preorder May 18)
                • TBD: 2025 Topps Dynasty (preorder May 11)
                • TBD: 2026 Topps Tier One (preorder May 26)
                2026 Bowman Overview (53:00) (link to corresponding Razzball post)
                
                • Beckett checklist
                • Baseball America’s Bowman preview
                • Checklist Insider guide
                • Topps Ripped Collector’s Guide
                • Topps Ripped Top Prospects List
                ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71990156Wed, 13 May 2026 14:07:15 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 139th episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ open by discussing the disastrous Giants along with exciting call-ups and a few injuries impacting fantasy leagues. Then they dive into the 2026...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by discussing the disastrous Giants along with exciting call-ups and a few injuries impacting fantasy leagues. Then they dive into the 2026 Bowman checklist, the latest card set hitting shelves everywhere on May 13.
                
                You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                
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                Links to things discussed in the pod:
                
                • Giants in a tailspin
                  • Giants deal Patrick Bailey to the Guardians in exchange for Matt Wilkinson and a 2026 first round pick
                  • Logan Webb placed on IL with right knee bursitis, Trevor McDonald replaces him in rotation
                  • Ryan Walker and Gregory Santos demoted to Triple-A
                  • Tony Vitello fails to select arm from bullpen, creating chaos
                  • Alexandra Whitley’s BSB on Giants historic walk rates
                • Marlins bring Robby Snelling to the big leagues, release Chris Paddack
                • Ryan Waldschmidt call up in Arizona while Alek Thomas is DFA-ed
                • Jasson Dominguez sprains shoulder, Yankees bring up Spencer Jones
                • Mets promoting A.J. Ewing
                • Henry Bolte called up to bigs with A’s
                • Carlos Correa undergoes surgery on left ankle, out for season
                • 6054baseball,bolte,bowman,cards,collecting,fanatics,giants,holliday,mlb,murakami,parallels,razzball,refractors,snelling,sports,topps,waldschmidtfalse1139fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-138-april-players-of-the-month-pc--71891580Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer discuss the latest bout of injuries and callups impacting our fantasy teams before discussing cards to place in the pod PC for the April 2026 Players of the Month Award Winners.
                  
                  You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                  
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                  Links to things discussed in the pod:
                  
                  • Tarik Skubal has loose bodies removed from pitching elbow
                  • Braves re-add Spencer Strider, send Ronald Acuna Jr to IL with hammy strain
                  • Lumbar disc herniation fells Luis Robert Jr
                  • Joe Ryan departs latest start with elbow issue
                  • Brandon Woodruff departs with diminished velo, lands on IL with shoulder inflammation
                  • Elbow inflammation sends Ryan Helsley to IL
                  • Ryan Pepiot undergoes season-ending surgery on hip
                  • Anthony Volpe completes rehab, sent to Triple-A
                  • Giants bringing Bryce Eldridge and Jesus Rodriguez to big leagues
                  • Trey Gibson makes MLB debut with O’s
                  • Red Sox promote Jake Bennett
                  • Joe Mack promoted in Miami, Agustin Ramirez sent down
                  Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                  
                  • May 13: 2026 Bowman
                  • May 27: 2026 Panini Donruss
                  • June 4: 2025 Topps Chrome Platinum ‘55
                  • June 17: 2026 Donruss Elite
                  • TBD: 2026 Topps Series 2 (preorder May 11)
                  • TBD: 2025 Topps Inception (preorder May 18)
                  • TBD: 2026 Topps Dynasty (preorder May 11)
                  APRIL POTM PC (48:35) (link to related Razzball post)
                  
                  April Players of the Month
                  
                  Pod PC List
                  
                  • Yordan Alvarez
                    • M: 2020 Topps Stadium Club Chrome #69 refractor
                    • J: 2020 Topps Dynasty Rookie Patch Auto /10
                  • Ildemaro Vargas
                    • M: 2018 Topps Gallery #81 auto
                    • J: 2018 Topps Update Clear Acetate /10 #US114
                  • Jose Soriano
                    • M: 2024 Topps Big League #74
                    • J: 2023 Choice Rocket City Trash Pandas #20 
                  • Shohei Ohtani
                    • M: 2026 Topps Series 1 #T91-100 blue parallel #/150
                    • J: 2018 Topps Series 2 SSP - Hand On Helmet Rookie #700
                  • Kevin McGonigle
                    • M: 2025 Topps Pro Debut #STAR-8 Stars of MILB insert
                    • J: 2025 1st Bowman Sapphire Auto Orange/25 
                  • Sal Stewart
                    • M: 2024 Choice Dayton Dragons #26
                    • J: 2022 Leaf Trinity Jumbo Patch Auto /99
                  ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71891580Wed, 06 May 2026 15:12:03 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 138th episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ discuss the latest bout of injuries and callups impacting our fantasy teams before discussing cards to place in the pod PC for the April 2026...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer discuss the latest bout of injuries and callups impacting our fantasy teams before discussing cards to place in the pod PC for the April 2026 Players of the Month Award Winners.
                  
                  You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                  
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                  Links to things discussed in the pod:
                  
                  • Tarik Skubal has loose bodies removed from pitching elbow
                  • Braves re-add Spencer Strider, send Ronald Acuna Jr to IL with hammy strain
                  • Lumbar disc herniation fells Luis Robert Jr
                  • Joe Ryan departs latest start with elbow issue
                  • Brandon Woodruff departs with diminished velo, lands on IL with shoulder inflammation
                  • Elbow inflammation sends Ryan Helsley to IL
                  • Ryan Pepiot undergoes season-ending surgery on hip
                  • Anthony Volpe completes rehab, sent to Triple-A
                  • Giants bringing Bryce Eldridge and Jesus Rodriguez to big leagues
                  • Trey Gibson makes MLB debut with O’s
                  • Red Sox promote Jake Bennett
                  • Joe Mack promoted in Miami, Agustin Ramirez sent down
                  Upcoming baseball card release...]]>5494acuna,baseball,braves,cards,collecting,fantasy,marlins,mcgonigle,mlb,ohtani,potm,razzball,skubal,tigers,topps,yordanfalse1138fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-137-under-the-radar-prospects--71766501Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer discuss the omnibus of MLB firings, promotions, and injuries over the last week before analyzing some prospects outside of The Itch's preseason Top 100 that are off to booming starts.
                  
                  You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                  
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                  Links to things discussed in the pod:
                  • Red Sox clear house, fire majority of coaching staff
                  • Rob Thomson relieved of duties in Philadelphia
                  • Guardians promote Travis Bazzana
                  • Payton Tolle rejoins the big league rotation
                  • JR Ritchie makes MLB debut
                  • Twins bring up Connor Prielipp from Triple-A
                  • Yankees recall Elmer Rodriguez
                  • Yankees shelve Giancarlo Stanton with calf strain, recall Jasson Dominguez
                  • Garrett Crochet placed on IL with shoulder inflammation
                  • Francisco Lindor sent to IL with calf strain, to miss “decent amount” of time
                  • Wyatt Langford nursing flexor strain on IL
                  • Oblique strain fells Eugenio Suarez
                  • Phillies place J.T. Realmuto on IL
                  • Angels DFA Jordan Romano
                  Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                  • April 29: 2026 Topps Chrome Black 
                  • April 29: 2025 Topps Definitive
                  • May 13: 2026 Bowman
                  • May 27: 2026 Panini Donruss
                  • June 17: 2026 Donruss Elite
                  • TBD: 2025 Topps Chrome Platinum ‘55 (preorder May 5)
                  • TBD: 2026 Topps Series 2 (preorder May 11)
                  • TBD: 2026 Topps Dynasty (preorder May 4)
                  Under The Radar Prospects (1:01:11)
                  
                  Hitters
                  • Pedro Ramirez, 2B/3B, CHC
                  • Luis Lara, OF, MIL
                  • James Tibbs III, 1B/OF, LAD
                  • Theo Gillian, OF, TB
                  Pitchers
                  • Anthony Eyanson, BOS
                  • Patrick Copen, LAD
                  • Wei-En Lin, ATH
                  ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71766501Thu, 30 Apr 2026 03:20:38 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 137th episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ discuss the omnibus of MLB firings, promotions, and injuries over the last week before analyzing some prospects outside of...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer discuss the omnibus of MLB firings, promotions, and injuries over the last week before analyzing some prospects outside of The Itch's preseason Top 100 that are off to booming starts.
                  
                  You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                  
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                  Links to things discussed in the pod:
                  • Red Sox clear house, fire majority of coaching staff
                  • Rob Thomson relieved of duties in Philadelphia
                  • Guardians promote Travis Bazzana
                  • Payton Tolle rejoins the big league rotation
                  • JR Ritchie makes MLB debut
                  • Twins bring up Connor Prielipp from Triple-A
                  • Yankees recall Elmer Rodriguez
                  • Yankees shelve Giancarlo Stanton with calf strain, recall Jasson Dominguez
                  • Garrett Crochet placed on IL with shoulder inflammation
                  • Francisco Lindor sent to IL with calf strain, to miss “decent amount” of time
                  • Wyatt Langford nursing flexor strain on IL
                  • Oblique strain fells Eugenio...]]>6288baseball,bazzana,boston,cards,collecting,crochet,dodgers,dominguez,fantasy,lindor,mlb,phillies,ramirez,razzball,redsox,tibbsfalse1137fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-136-are-these-poor-starts-real--71589763Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer discuss some callups and injury returnees before diving into a new batch of banged up players. Then we analyze slow starters to determine if the players in question can turn around their seasons.
                    
                    You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                    
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                    Links to things discussed in the pod:
                    
                    • It’s Didier Fuentes time
                    • Zack Wheeler scheduled to return this weekend
                    • Edwin Diaz set to miss multiple months with surgery to remove loose bodies in elbow
                    • Jhoan Duran dealing with “minor” oblique strain, placed on IL
                    • Shoulder injury sends Raisel Iglesias to IL
                    • Mick Abel batting elbow soreness
                    • Mike's piece on Mick Abel and ratios implosions
                    • Sonny Gray strains hammy in Patriots’ Day tilt
                    • Groin strain fells Brendan Donovan
                    • Jorge Polanco to IL with wrist issue
                    • Padres ink Lucas Giolito to one-year deal
                    Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                    
                    • April 29: 2026 Topps Chrome Black 
                    • April 29: 2025 Topps Definitive
                    • May 13: 2026 Bowman
                    • May 27: 2026 Panini Donruss
                    • June 17: 2026 Donruss Elite
                    • TBD: 2025 Topps Chrome Platinum ‘55
                    Are These Poor Starts Real? (43:10)
                    
                    Razzball YTD Player Rater
                    
                    Hitters
                    
                    • Josh Naylor (SEA)
                    • Michael Busch (CHC)
                    • Caleb Durbin (BOS)
                    • Jac Caglianone (KCR)
                    • Vinnie Pasquantuno (KCR)
                    Pitchers
                    
                    • Jesus Luzardo (PHI)
                    • Devin Williams (NYM)
                    • Shane Baz (BAL)
                    ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71589763Thu, 23 Apr 2026 13:55:19 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 136th episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ discuss some callups and injury returnees before diving into a new batch of banged up players. Then we analyze slow starters to determine if the...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer discuss some callups and injury returnees before diving into a new batch of banged up players. Then we analyze slow starters to determine if the players in question can turn around their seasons.
                    
                    You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                    
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                    Links to things discussed in the pod:
                    
                    • It’s Didier Fuentes time
                    • Zack Wheeler scheduled to return this weekend
                    • Edwin Diaz set to miss multiple months with surgery to remove loose bodies in elbow
                    • Jhoan Duran dealing with “minor” oblique strain, placed on IL
                    • Shoulder injury sends Raisel Iglesias to IL
                    • Mick Abel batting elbow soreness
                    • Mike's piece on Mick Abel and ratios implosions
                    • Sonny Gray strains hammy in Patriots’ Day tilt
                    • Groin strain fells Brendan Donovan
                    • Jorge Polanco to IL with wrist issue
                    • Padres ink Lucas Giolito to one-year deal
                    Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                    
                    • April 29: 2026 Topps Chrome Black 
                    • April 29: 2025 Topps Definitive
                    • May 13: 2026 Bowman
                    • May 27: 2026 Panini Donruss
                    • June 17: 2026 Donruss Elite
                    • TBD: 2025 Topps Chrome Platinum...]]>4957abel,baseball,braves,cards,collecting,diaz,dodgers,fantasy,fuentes,mets,mlb,phillies,razzball,royals,topps,wheelerfalse1136fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-135-are-these-player-rater-surprises-real--71369570Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer cover the plethora of new MLB injuries along with a few promotions before analyzing players off to hot starts to determine if the production is sustainable.
                      
                      You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                      
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                      Links to things discussed in the pod:
                      
                      • Noah Schultz promotion and Tuesday debut
                      • White Sox call up Sam Antonacci
                      • Christian Yelich likely out a month due to groin injury
                      • Brent Rooker felled by oblique strain
                      • Nick Pivetta put on IL with elbow stiffness
                      • Bradley Woodrum’s piece pitcher velocity trends
                      • Astros going through it - Jeremy Pena, Tatsuya Imai, Jake Meyers, and Cristian Javier all placed on IL
                      • George Springer breaks left big toe, Toronto calls upon Eloy Jimenez
                      • Lenyn Sosa dealt to the ailing Blue Jays
                      • Adley Rutschman finds way to IL with left ankle issue
                      • Ryan Mountcastle lands on 60-day IL with broken foot
                      • O’s add Christian Encarnacion-Strand after he was DFA-ed by Reds
                      • Noelvi Marte jettisoned to Triple-A
                      • Parker Meadows injured in outfield collision, lands on 60-day IL, Tigers add Yonel Curet with extra roster spot
                      • Gabriel Moreno’s oblique issue sends him to IL
                      • In a shocker, Royce Lewis finds way to IL with left knee sprain
                      • TOMMY PHAM TOMMY PHAM TOMMY PHAM
                      Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                      
                      • April 29: 2026 Topps Chrome Black 
                      • May 13: 2026 Bowman
                      • May 27: 2026 Panini Donruss
                      • TBD: 2025 Topps Chrome Platinum ‘55
                      Are These Players Real? (52:30)
                      
                      • Razzball YTD Player Rater
                      • Hitters
                        • Jordan Walker (STL)
                        • Oneil Cruz (PIT)
                        • Mauricio Dubon (ATL)
                        • Dominic Smith (ATL)
                      • Pitchers
                        • Jose Soriano (LAA)
                        • Taj Bradley (MIN)
                        • Emerson Hancock (SEA)
                      ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71369570Thu, 16 Apr 2026 13:56:17 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 135th episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ cover the plethora of new MLB injuries along with a few promotions before analyzing players off to hot starts to determine if the production is...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer cover the plethora of new MLB injuries along with a few promotions before analyzing players off to hot starts to determine if the production is sustainable.
                      
                      You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                      
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                      Links to things discussed in the pod:
                      
                      • Noah Schultz promotion and Tuesday debut
                      • White Sox call up Sam Antonacci
                      • Christian Yelich likely out a month due to groin injury
                      • Brent Rooker felled by oblique strain
                      • Nick Pivetta put on IL with elbow stiffness
                      • Bradley Woodrum’s piece pitcher velocity trends
                      • Astros going through it - Jeremy Pena, Tatsuya Imai, Jake Meyers, and Cristian Javier all placed on IL
                      • George Springer breaks left big toe, Toronto calls upon Eloy Jimenez
                      • Lenyn Sosa dealt to the ailing Blue Jays
                      • Adley Rutschman finds way to IL with left ankle issue
                      • Ryan Mountcastle lands on 60-day IL with broken foot
                      • O’s add Christian Encarnacion-Strand after he was DFA-ed by...]]>5829astros,baseball,bluejays,bowman,cards,collecting,fantasy,hancock,imai,injuries,mlb,orioles,pham,pivetta,razzball,schultz,soriano,springer,walker,yelichfalse1135fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-134-ambulance-chasin-with-keelin-billue--71210208Mike Couillard is joined by resident doctor (but not really a doctor) Keelin Billue to discuss how to navigate the rash of injuries facing our fantasy squads plus some requisite White Sox chat.
                        
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                        Links to things discussed in the pod:
                        
                        • Link to Keelin’s work on Razzball
                        • Shane Smith optioned to Triple-A
                        • Austin Hays strains hammy, Dustin Harris promoted
                        • Brooks Baldwin out for season due to internal brace surgery on elbow
                        • Calf strain forces Juan Soto to IL
                        • Hunter Brown shelved with shoulder injury
                        • Mookie Betts strains oblique, hits IL
                        • Alejandro Kirk breaks thumb, has surgery, out six-ish weeks
                        • Cade Horton slated for season-ending UCL surgery
                        • Zach Eflin succumbs to elbow discomfort
                        • Johan Oviedo dealing with flexor strain
                        Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                        
                        • April 1: 2025 Topps Transcendent
                        • April 3: 2026 Panini USA Baseball
                        • April 29: 2026 Panini Donruss
                        • TBD: 2025 Topps Chrome Platinum ‘55
                        • TBD: 2026 Bowman
                        ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71210208Thu, 09 Apr 2026 13:31:09 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 134th episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ is joined by resident doctor (but not really a doctor) https://bsky.app/profile/keelin12ft.bsky.social to discuss how to navigate the rash of injuries facing our fantasy squads plus some...Mike Couillard is joined by resident doctor (but not really a doctor) Keelin Billue to discuss how to navigate the rash of injuries facing our fantasy squads plus some requisite White Sox chat.
                        
                        You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                        
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                        Links to things discussed in the pod:
                        
                        • Link to Keelin’s work on Razzball
                        • Shane Smith optioned to Triple-A
                        • Austin Hays strains hammy, Dustin Harris promoted
                        • Brooks Baldwin out for season due to internal brace surgery on elbow
                        • Calf strain forces Juan Soto to IL
                        • Hunter Brown shelved with shoulder injury
                        • Mookie Betts strains oblique, hits IL
                        • Alejandro Kirk breaks thumb, has surgery, out six-ish weeks
                        • Cade Horton slated for season-ending UCL surgery
                        • Zach Eflin succumbs to elbow discomfort
                        • Johan Oviedo dealing with flexor strain
                        Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                        
                        • April 1: 2025 Topps Transcendent
                        • April 3: 2026 Panini USA Baseball
                        • April 29: 2026 Panini Donruss
                        • TBD: 2025 Topps Chrome Platinum ‘55
                        • TBD: 2026 Bowman
                        ]]>3490astros,baseball,betts,bluejays,brown,cards,collecting,dodgers,fantasy,horton,mets,mlb,razzball,soto,topps,whitesoxfalse1134fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-133-investment-targets-for-2026--71083255Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer cover the latest happenings in MLB impacting fantasy teams before diving into players to invest in for both card collecting and dynasty formats.
                        
                        You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                        
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                        Links to things discussed in the pod:
                        
                        • C.B. Bucknor’s tumultuous first week of 2026
                        • MLB’s shrinking players
                        • It’s Konnor Griffin time, baby!
                        • BP’s The Call-Up: Konnor Griffin
                        • Mariners ink Colt Emerson to a record deal
                        • Brewers ink Cooper Pratt to extension
                        • Jarrett Seidler’s piece on Pratt
                        • Jackson Chourio hits IL with hairline fracture in hand
                        • Andrew Vaughn becomes latest victim of hamate injury, Jefferson Quero called up
                        • Cody Ponce injures knee in first return start
                        • Mike Tauchman down with meniscus surgery tear, clearing way for Carson Benge
                        • Carlos Estevez completely unravels in 2026 debut, out as closer
                        Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                        
                        • April 1: 2025 Topps Transcendent
                        • April 3: 2026 Panini USA Baseball
                        • April 29: 2026 Panini Donruss
                        • TBD: 2025 Topps Chrome Platinum ‘55
                        • TBD: 2026 Bowman
                        Investment Targets (49:00)
                        
                        Hitters
                        
                        • Bryce Rainer (DET)
                        • Eduardo Quintero (LAD)
                        • Josue Briceno (DET)
                        • Kaelen Culpepper (MIN)
                        • Mike Sirota (LAD)
                        • Teruaki Sato (Japan)
                        • Shota Morishita (Japan)
                        Pitchers
                        
                        • Caden Scarborough (TEX)
                        • Noah Schultz (CHW)
                        • Adam Serwinowski (LAD)
                        • Jack Wenninger (NYM)
                        • Didier Fuentes (ATL)
                        • Mick Abel (MIN)
                        • Bishop Letson (MIL)
                         ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71083255Fri, 03 Apr 2026 14:21:21 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 133rd episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ cover the latest happenings in MLB impacting fantasy teams before diving into players to invest in for both card collecting and dynasty formats....Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer cover the latest happenings in MLB impacting fantasy teams before diving into players to invest in for both card collecting and dynasty formats.
                        
                        You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                        
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                        Links to things discussed in the pod:
                        
                        • C.B. Bucknor’s tumultuous first week of 2026
                        • MLB’s shrinking players
                        • It’s Konnor Griffin time, baby!
                        • BP’s The Call-Up: Konnor Griffin
                        • Mariners ink Colt Emerson to a record deal
                        • Brewers ink Cooper Pratt to extension
                        • Jarrett Seidler’s piece on Pratt
                        • Jackson Chourio hits IL with hairline fracture in hand
                        • Andrew Vaughn becomes latest victim of hamate injury, Jefferson Quero called up
                        • Cody Ponce injures knee in first return start
                        • Mike Tauchman down with meniscus surgery tear, clearing way for Carson Benge
                        • Carlos Estevez completely unravels in 2026 debut, out as closer
                        Upcoming baseball card...]]>5539abs,baseball,brewers,bucknor,cards,collecting,dynasty,emerson,fantasy,griffin,konnor,mlb,openingday,pirates,ponce,razzball,rookies,rotofalse1133fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-132-2026-topps-heritage-overview--70730105Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer cover the latest happenings in the MLB and baseball card worlds before diving into the release of 2026 Topps Heritage, which hits shelves everywhere on March 18.
                        
                        You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                        
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                        Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                        
                        • Francisco Lindor appears headed towards being on field for Opening Day
                        • Corbin Carroll switching bat handle to alleviate hamate discomfort
                        • Seiya Suzuki dealing with PCL strain in right knee following WBC exit
                        • Padres pump the brakes on Joe Musgrove’s return
                        • Quinn Priester’s wrist pain is actually a nerve issue from shoulder
                        • Robert Stephenson dealing with possible UCL damage
                        • Hiromi Itoh and Teruaki Sato likely to be posted this upcoming offseason
                        • Aaron Judge first Bowman auto superfractor breaks modern baseball card sale record, goes for $5.2 million
                        • Lawsuit brought forth in California on Whatnot being an “unregulated gambling” platform
                        Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                        
                        • March 18: 2026 Topps Heritage
                        • April 1: 2025 Topps Transcendent
                        • April 3: 2026 Panini USA Baseball
                        • April 29: 2026 Panini Donruss
                        • TBD: 2025 Topps Chrome Platinum ‘55
                        2026 Topps Heritage Overview (48:30) (link to related Razzball post)
                        
                        • Beckett checklist and preview
                        • Checklist Insider checklist and preview
                        • Topps Ripped history of Heritage
                        • Reddit deep dive on print runs from CellDood
                        • Full list of 2026 Topps Heritage SPs
                        ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70730105Thu, 19 Mar 2026 02:52:05 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 132nd episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ cover the latest happenings in the MLB and baseball card worlds before diving into the release of 2026 Topps Heritage, which hits shelves...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer cover the latest happenings in the MLB and baseball card worlds before diving into the release of 2026 Topps Heritage, which hits shelves everywhere on March 18.
                        
                        You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                        
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                        Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                        
                        • Francisco Lindor appears headed towards being on field for Opening Day
                        • Corbin Carroll switching bat handle to alleviate hamate discomfort
                        • Seiya Suzuki dealing with PCL strain in right knee following WBC exit
                        • Padres pump the brakes on Joe Musgrove’s return
                        • Quinn Priester’s wrist pain is actually a nerve issue from shoulder
                        • Robert Stephenson dealing with possible UCL damage
                        • Hiromi Itoh and Teruaki Sato likely to be posted this upcoming offseason
                        • Aaron Judge first Bowman auto superfractor breaks modern baseball card sale record, goes for $5.2 million
                        • Lawsuit brought forth in California on Whatnot being an “unregulated gambling” platform
                        Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                        
                        • March 18: 2026 Topps Heritage
                        • April 1: 2025 Topps Transcendent
                        • April 3: 2026 Panini USA Baseball
                        • April 29: 2026 Panini Donruss
                        • TBD: 2025 Topps Chrome Platinum ‘55
                        2026 Topps Heritage Overview (48:30) (5322baseball,cards,carroll,collecting,derosa,heritage,itoh,judge,lindor,mlb,ohtani,razzball,sato,topps,usa,venezuela,wbc,whatnotfalse1132fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-131-nl-west-preview-with-taylor-corso--70609405Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer discuss the latest MLB transactions and baseball card news before previewing the NL West with Taylor Corso of the Dynasty Baseball Pickups podcast and Prospects Live.
                        
                        You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                        
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                        Links to things discussed in the pod:
                        
                        • Jurickson Profar suspended for season due to second PED violation
                        • Hunter Greene out through July due to surgery to remove bone chips in elbow
                        • Josh Hader to begin season on IL
                        • Kyle Teel blows out hammy in WBC, out 4-6 weeks
                        • Blue Jays re-unite with Max Scherzer
                        • Starling Marte signs deal with Royals
                        • Zack Littell joins the Nationals
                        Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                        
                        • March 11: 2025 Bowman’s Best
                        • March 18: 2026 Topps Heritage
                        • April 1: 2025 Topps Transcendent
                        • April 3: 2026 Panini USA Baseball
                        • April 29: 2026 Panini Donruss
                        • TBD: 2025 Topps Chrome Platinum ‘55
                        NL West Preview (30:20)
                        
                        • Arizona Diamondbacks
                          • Buy: Jordan Lawlar, Ryan Waldschmidt
                          • Sell: Geraldo Perdomo, Corbin Carroll
                        • Colorado Rockies
                          • Buy: Brenton Doyle, Zac Veen, Willi Castro, Jake McCarthy
                          • Sell: All Pitching, Hunter Goodman
                        • Los Angeles Dodgers
                          • Buy: Teoscar Hernandez, Max Muncy, Mookie Betts
                          • Sell: Roki Sasaki, Andy Pages
                        • San Diego Padres
                          • Buy: Jackson Merrill, Gavin Sheets, Xander Bogaerts
                          • Sell: Nick Castellanos, Mason Miller, Michael King
                        • San Francisco Giants
                          • Buy: Bryce Eldridge, Rafael Devers, Harrison Bader
                          • Sell: Logan Webb, Luis Arraez, Ryan Walker
                         ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70609405Thu, 12 Mar 2026 14:35:33 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 131st episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ discuss the latest MLB transactions and baseball card news before previewing the NL West with...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer discuss the latest MLB transactions and baseball card news before previewing the NL West with Taylor Corso of the Dynasty Baseball Pickups podcast and Prospects Live.
                        
                        You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                        
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                        Links to things discussed in the pod:
                        
                        • Jurickson Profar suspended for season due to second PED violation
                        • Hunter Greene out through July due to surgery to remove bone chips in elbow
                        • Josh Hader to begin season on IL
                        • Kyle Teel blows out hammy in WBC, out 4-6 weeks
                        • Blue Jays re-unite with Max Scherzer
                        • Starling Marte signs deal with Royals
                        • Zack Littell joins the Nationals
                        Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                        
                        • March 11: 2025 Bowman’s Best
                        • March 18: 2026 Topps Heritage
                        • April 1: 2025 Topps Transcendent
                        • April 3: 2026 Panini USA Baseball
                        • April 29: 2026 Panini Donruss
                        • TBD: 2025 Topps Chrome Platinum ‘55
                        NL West Preview (30:20)
                        
                        • Arizona Diamondbacks
                          • Buy: Jordan Lawlar, Ryan Waldschmidt
                          • Sell: Geraldo Perdomo, Corbin Carroll
                        • Colorado Rockies
                          • Buy: Brenton Doyle, Zac Veen, Willi Castro, Jake McCarthy
                          • Sell: All Pitching, Hunter Goodman
                        • Los Angeles Dodgers
                          • Buy: Teoscar Hernandez, Max Muncy, Mookie Betts
                          • Sell: Roki Sasaki, Andy Pages
                        • San Diego Padres
                          • Buy: Jackson Merrill,...]]>6418baseball,cards,collecting,diamondbacks,dodgers,fantasy,giants,italy,lawlar,mlb,padres,profar,razzball,rockies,topps,usa,veen,wbcfalse1131fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-130-world-baseball-classic-preview-with-kiri-oler--70396454Mike Couillard is joined by Kiri Oler of FanGraphs to preview the World Baseball Classic - jerseys, vibes, players, and picks are abound.
                            
                            You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                            
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                            Links to things discussed in the pod:
                            
                            • Links to Kiri’s WBC Pool Previews:
                              • Pool A
                              • Pool B
                              • Pool C
                              • Pool D
                            • Players discussed as highlights:
                              • Alexei Ramirez
                              • Otto Lopez
                              • Denzel Clarke
                              • Owen Caissie
                              • Jac Caliagnone
                              • Jakob Marsee
                              • Hyun Jin Ryu
                              • Kensuke Kondo
                              • Wei-En Lin
                              • Junior Caminero
                              • Geraldo Perdomo
                              • Stiven Cruz
                            • MLB's landing page for all things WBC
                            • WBC Bracket Challenge
                            • Link to story on eight members of Cuban WBC party being denied entry to the United States
                            • Tarik Skubal pitching only one WBC game
                            ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70396454Mon, 02 Mar 2026 22:49:34 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 130th episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ is joined by https://bsky.app/profile/kirio.bsky.social of https://blogs.fangraphs.com/author/kiri-o/ to preview the World Baseball Classic - jerseys, vibes, players, and picks are abound....Mike Couillard is joined by Kiri Oler of FanGraphs to preview the World Baseball Classic - jerseys, vibes, players, and picks are abound.
                            
                            You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                            
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                            Links to things discussed in the pod:
                            
                            • Links to Kiri’s WBC Pool Previews:
                              • Pool A
                              • Pool B
                              • Pool C
                              • Pool D
                            • Players discussed as highlights:
                              • Alexei Ramirez
                              • Otto Lopez
                              • Denzel Clarke
                              • Owen Caissie
                              • Jac Caliagnone
                              • Jakob Marsee
                              • Hyun Jin Ryu
                              • Kensuke Kondo
                              • Wei-En Lin
                              • Junior Caminero
                              • Geraldo Perdomo
                              • Stiven Cruz
                            • MLB's landing page for all things WBC
                            • WBC Bracket Challenge
                            • Link to story on eight members of Cuban WBC party being denied entry to the United States
                            • Tarik Skubal pitching only one WBC game
                            ]]>3020baseball,cards,collecting,cuba,dominican,fangraphs,fantasy,international,japan,mlb,ohtani,razzball,skubal,sports,usa,wbcfalse1130fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-129-zen-and-the-art-of-fantasy-baseball-with-adhamley--70300478Mike Couillard is joined by Anthony Hamley (aka ADHamley) of Razzball and BaseballHQ to discuss the insights from his Zen And The Art Of Fantasy Baseball columns before diving into some of the latest MLB news and notes affecting the fantasy realm.
                            
                            You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                            
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                            Links to things discussed in the pod:
                            
                            • Link to Anthony’s Razzball work
                            • Players discussed:
                              • Buys: Brenton Doyle, Kyle Tucker, Paul Sewald, the Giants bullpen non-Ryan Walker division
                              • Sells: Cal Raleigh, Nick Kurtz, Kenley Jansen
                            • Cubs bring aboard Michael Conforto
                            • Rhys Hoskins signs with Guardians
                            • Jordan Westburg dealing with partial UCL tear
                            Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                            
                            • March 11: 2025 Bowman’s Best
                            • March 18: 2026 Topps Heritage
                            • TBD: 2025 Topps MLB MVP Collection
                            • TBD: 2025 Topps Chrome Platinum ‘55
                            ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70300478Thu, 26 Feb 2026 14:43:10 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 129th episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ is joined by https://bsky.app/profile/adhamley.bsky.social of https://razzball.com/author/adhamley/ and https://www.baseballhq.com/articles/author/anthony-hamley to discuss the insights from...Mike Couillard is joined by Anthony Hamley (aka ADHamley) of Razzball and BaseballHQ to discuss the insights from his Zen And The Art Of Fantasy Baseball columns before diving into some of the latest MLB news and notes affecting the fantasy realm.
                            
                            You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                            
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                            Links to things discussed in the pod:
                            
                            • Link to Anthony’s Razzball work
                            • Players discussed:
                              • Buys: Brenton Doyle, Kyle Tucker, Paul Sewald, the Giants bullpen non-Ryan Walker division
                              • Sells: Cal Raleigh, Nick Kurtz, Kenley Jansen
                            • Cubs bring aboard Michael Conforto
                            • Rhys Hoskins signs with Guardians
                            • Jordan Westburg dealing with partial UCL tear
                            Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                            
                            • March 11: 2025 Bowman’s Best
                            • March 18: 2026 Topps Heritage
                            • TBD: 2025 Topps MLB MVP Collection
                            • TBD: 2025 Topps Chrome Platinum ‘55
                            ]]>4266baseball,cards,collecting,conforto,doyle,fantasy,hoskins,kurtz,mlb,raleigh,razzball,tucker,westburg,zenfalse1129fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-128-al-central-preview-with-marty-tallman--70148930Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer discuss the latest MLB transactions and baseball card news before previewing the AL Central with Marty Tallman of Rotoballer.
                            
                            You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                            
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                            Links to things discussed in the pod:
                            
                            • Zac Gallen returns to D-backs
                            • Astros and Blue Jays link up to trade Jesus Sanchez and Joey Loperfido
                            • Nick Castellanos released by Phillies, lands with Padres
                            • German Marquez joins Padres
                            • San Diego also signs Griffin Canning
                            • Padres round out rotation with Walker Buehler
                            • Brewers ink Luis Rengifo to deal
                            • Pablo Lopez has torn right UCL
                            Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                            
                            • 2/18: 2025 Panini Prospect Edition
                            • 2/18: 2025 Topps Stadium Club
                            • 2/20: 2025 Topps Gilded
                            • TBD: 2025 Topps MLB MVP Collection
                            • TBD: 2025 Bowman’s Best
                            • TBD: 2025 Topps Chrome Platinum ‘55
                            AL Central Preview (24:00)
                            
                            • Chicago White Sox
                              • Buy: Seranthony Dominguez, Munetaka Murakami, Chase Meidroth
                              • Sell: Colson Montgomery, Miguel Vargas, Lenyn Sosa
                            • Cleveland Guardians
                              • Buy: Joey Cantillo, Kyle Manzardo, Brayan Rocchio
                              • Sell: Cade Smith, Tanner Bibee
                            • Detroit Tigers
                              • Buy: Gleyber Torres, Dillon Dingler
                              • Sell: Dillon Dingler, Kenley Jansen
                            • Kansas City Royals
                              • Buy: Salvador Perez, Kris Bubic, Carter Jensen
                              • Sell: Cole Ragans, Carlos Estevez
                            • Minnesota Twins
                              • Buy: Matt Wallner, Luke Keaschall, Walker Jenkins
                              • Sell: Byron Buxton
                            ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70148930Thu, 19 Feb 2026 15:31:57 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 128th episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ discuss the latest MLB transactions and baseball card news before previewing the AL Central with...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer discuss the latest MLB transactions and baseball card news before previewing the AL Central with Marty Tallman of Rotoballer.
                            
                            You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                            
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                            Links to things discussed in the pod:
                            
                            • Zac Gallen returns to D-backs
                            • Astros and Blue Jays link up to trade Jesus Sanchez and Joey Loperfido
                            • Nick Castellanos released by Phillies, lands with Padres
                            • German Marquez joins Padres
                            • San Diego also signs Griffin Canning
                            • Padres round out rotation with Walker Buehler
                            • Brewers ink Luis Rengifo to deal
                            • Pablo Lopez has torn right UCL
                            Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                            
                            • 2/18: 2025 Panini Prospect Edition
                            • 2/18: 2025 Topps Stadium Club
                            • 2/20: 2025 Topps Gilded
                            • TBD: 2025 Topps MLB MVP Collection
                            • TBD: 2025 Bowman’s Best
                            • TBD: 2025 Topps Chrome Platinum ‘55
                            AL Central Preview (24:00)
                            
                            • Chicago White Sox
                              • Buy: Seranthony Dominguez, Munetaka Murakami, Chase Meidroth
                              • Sell: Colson Montgomery, Miguel Vargas, Lenyn Sosa
                            • Cleveland Guardians
                              • Buy: Joey Cantillo, Kyle Manzardo, Brayan Rocchio
                              • Sell: Cade Smith, Tanner Bibee
                            • Detroit Tigers
                              • Buy: Gleyber Torres, Dillon Dingler
                              • Sell: Dillon Dingler, Kenley Jansen
                            • Kansas City Royals
                              • Buy: Salvador Perez, Kris Bubic, Carter...]]>6346baseball,cards,collecting,fantasy,guardians,mlb,razzball,royals,stadiumclub,tigers,topps,twins,whitesoxfalse1128fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-127-nl-central-preview-with-derek-vanriper--70015185Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer discuss the latest MLB transactions and baseball card news before previewing the NL Central with Derek VanRiper of The Athletic and the Rates & Barrels podcast.
                                
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                                Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                • Red Sox and Brewers link up for six-player swap including Caleb Durbin and Kyle Harrison
                                • Justin Verlander re-joins the Tigers
                                • Orioles add Chris Bassitt
                                • Pirates ink Marcell Ozuna to one-year pact
                                • Yankees re-sign Paul Goldschmidt
                                • Miguel Andujar joins the Padres
                                • Injuries galore from reporting to camp:
                                  • Corbin Carroll undergoing surgery on right hamate bone
                                  • Francisco Lindor having hamate surgery
                                  • Jackson Holliday suffers broken right hamate, also set for surgery
                                  • Banged up Blue Jays (Santander out 5-6 months with shoulder surgery, Bowden Francis out for season with UCL reconstruction, Bieber has forearm fatigue)
                                  • Spencer Schwellenbach to open season on 60-day IL with elbow inflammation
                                  • Reese Olson out for season with shoulder surgery
                                • Redemption for a 1952 Mantle is buried in Series 1
                                Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                • 2/11: 2025 Topps MLB MVP Collection
                                • 2/11: 2026 Topps Series 1
                                • 2/12: 2025 Topps Pristine
                                • 2/18: 2025 Panini Prospect Edition
                                • 2/18: 2025 Topps Stadium Club
                                • 2/20: 2025 Topps Gilded
                                • TBD: 2025 Bowman’s Best
                                • TBD: 2025 Topps Chrome Platinum ‘55
                                NL Central Preview (33:00)
                                • Chicago Cubs
                                  • Buy: Ian Happ, Alex Bregman
                                  • Sell: Pete Crow-Armstrong, Nico Hoerner, Cade Horton
                                • Cincinnati Reds
                                  • Buy: Matt McLain, Will Benson, Elly De La Cruz
                                  • Sell: Emilio Pagan, Noelvi Marte
                                • Milwaukee Brewers
                                  • Buy: Jacob Misiorowski, Logan Henderson, Andrew Vaughn
                                  • Sell: Abner Uribe, Trevor Megill
                                • Pittsburgh Pirates
                                  • Buy: Braxton Ashcraft, Bryan Reynolds
                                  • Sell: Dennis Santana, Konnor Griffin
                                • St. Louis Cardinals
                                  • Buy: Jordan Walker, Alec Burleson, Kyle Leahy
                                  • Sell: Victor Scott II, Riley O’Brien
                                 ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70015185Thu, 12 Feb 2026 14:48:15 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 127th episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ discuss the latest MLB transactions and baseball card news before previewing the NL Central with https://bsky.app/profile/dvr.bsky.social of...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer discuss the latest MLB transactions and baseball card news before previewing the NL Central with Derek VanRiper of The Athletic and the Rates & Barrels podcast.
                                
                                You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                
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                                Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                • Red Sox and Brewers link up for six-player swap including Caleb Durbin and Kyle Harrison
                                • Justin Verlander re-joins the Tigers
                                • Orioles add Chris Bassitt
                                • Pirates ink Marcell Ozuna to one-year pact
                                • Yankees re-sign Paul Goldschmidt
                                • Miguel Andujar joins the Padres
                                • Injuries galore from reporting to camp:
                                  • Corbin Carroll undergoing surgery on right hamate bone
                                  • Francisco Lindor having hamate surgery
                                  • Jackson Holliday suffers broken right hamate, also set for surgery
                                  • Banged up Blue Jays (Santander out 5-6 months with shoulder surgery, Bowden Francis out for season with UCL reconstruction, Bieber has forearm fatigue)
                                  • Spencer Schwellenbach to...]]>6381baseball,bassitt,bregman,brewers,cardinals,cards,carroll,collecting,cubs,dvr,fantasy,injuries,lindor,mlb,pirates,razzball,reds,topps,verlanderfalse1127fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-126-2026-topps-series-1-overview--69951308Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer host a special pod to discuss the release of 2026 Topps Series 1, which hits shelves everywhere on Feb. 11.
                                    
                                    You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                    
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                                    Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                    
                                    • 2/11: 2025 Topps MLB MVP Collection
                                    • 2/11: 2026 Topps Series 1
                                    • 2/12: 2025 Topps Pristine
                                    • 2/18: 2025 Panini Prospect Edition
                                    • 2/18: 2025 Topps Stadium Club
                                    • 2/20: 2025 Topps Gilded
                                    • TBD: 2025 Bowman’s Best
                                    • TBD: 2025 Topps Chrome Platinum ‘55
                                    2026 Topps Series One Overview (link to related post on Razzball)
                                    
                                    • Beckett checklist and preview
                                    • Checklist Insider checklist and preview
                                    ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69951308Tue, 10 Feb 2026 13:56:07 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 126th episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ host a special pod to discuss the release of 2026 Topps Series 1, which hits shelves everywhere on Feb. 11. You can find us on bluesky...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer host a special pod to discuss the release of 2026 Topps Series 1, which hits shelves everywhere on Feb. 11.
                                    
                                    You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                    
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                                    Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                    
                                    • 2/11: 2025 Topps MLB MVP Collection
                                    • 2/11: 2026 Topps Series 1
                                    • 2/12: 2025 Topps Pristine
                                    • 2/18: 2025 Panini Prospect Edition
                                    • 2/18: 2025 Topps Stadium Club
                                    • 2/20: 2025 Topps Gilded
                                    • TBD: 2025 Bowman’s Best
                                    • TBD: 2025 Topps Chrome Platinum ‘55
                                    2026 Topps Series One Overview (link to related post on Razzball)
                                    
                                    • Beckett checklist and preview
                                    • Checklist Insider checklist and preview
                                    ]]>3562baseball,cards,collecting,fantasy,hobby,mlb,ohtani,razzball,toppsfalse1126fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-125-al-west-preview-with-sam-wirsching--69812187Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer discuss the latest MLB transactions and baseball card news before previewing the AL West with  Sam Wirsching of the Pallazzo Podcast and The Dynasty Guru.
                                    
                                    You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                    
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                                    Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                    
                                    • 2/6: 2025 Topps Museum Collection
                                    • 2/11: 2025 Topps MLB MVP Collection
                                    • 2/11: 2026 Topps Series 1
                                    • 2/12: 2025 Topps Pristine
                                    • 2/13: 2025 Topps Gilded
                                    • 2/18: 2025 Topps Stadium Club
                                    • TBD: 2025 Bowman’s Best
                                    • TBD: 2025 Topps Chrome Platinum ‘55
                                    AL East Preview (21:30)
                                    
                                    • Link to NFBC ADP
                                    • Houston Astros
                                      • Buy: Tatsuya Imai, Jesus Sanchez
                                      • Sell: Jose Altuve, Jeremy Pena, Christian Walker
                                    • Los Angeles Angels
                                      • Buy: Grayson Rodriguez, Robert Stephenson, Jose Soriano
                                      • Sell: Everyone else, Logan O’Hoppe
                                    • Sacramento Athletics
                                      • Buy: Tyler Soderstrom, Jack Perkins, Brent Rooker
                                      • Sell: Nick Kurtz, Lawrence Butler, Jacob Wilson
                                    • Seattle Mariners
                                      • Buy: Bryce Miller, Dominic Canzone, Cal Raleigh
                                      • Sell: None, Luis Castillo, Dominic Canzone
                                    • Texas Rangers
                                      • Buy: Brandon Nimmo, Corey Seager, Jake Burger
                                      • Sell: Corey Seager, Brandon Nimmo, Josh Jung
                                    ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69812187Thu, 05 Feb 2026 14:49:58 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 125th episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ discuss the latest MLB transactions and baseball card news before previewing the AL West with  https://bsky.app/profile/samfbb1.bsky.social of...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer discuss the latest MLB transactions and baseball card news before previewing the AL West with  Sam Wirsching of the Pallazzo Podcast and The Dynasty Guru.
                                    
                                    You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                    
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                                    Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                    
                                    • 2/6: 2025 Topps Museum Collection
                                    • 2/11: 2025 Topps MLB MVP Collection
                                    • 2/11: 2026 Topps Series 1
                                    • 2/12: 2025 Topps Pristine
                                    • 2/13: 2025 Topps Gilded
                                    • 2/18: 2025 Topps Stadium Club
                                    • TBD: 2025 Bowman’s Best
                                    • TBD: 2025 Topps Chrome Platinum ‘55
                                    AL East Preview (21:30)
                                    
                                    • Link to NFBC ADP
                                    • Houston Astros
                                      • Buy: Tatsuya Imai, Jesus Sanchez
                                      • Sell: Jose Altuve, Jeremy Pena, Christian Walker
                                    • Los Angeles Angels
                                      • Buy: Grayson Rodriguez, Robert Stephenson, Jose Soriano
                                      • Sell: Everyone else, Logan O’Hoppe
                                    • Sacramento Athletics
                                      • Buy: Tyler Soderstrom, Jack Perkins, Brent Rooker
                                      • Sell: Nick Kurtz, Lawrence Butler, Jacob Wilson
                                    • Seattle Mariners
                                      • Buy: Bryce Miller, Dominic Canzone, Cal Raleigh
                                      • Sell: None, Luis Castillo, Dominic Canzone
                                    • Texas Rangers
                                      • Buy: Brandon Nimmo, Corey Seager, Jake Burger
                                      • Sell: Corey Seager, Brandon Nimmo, Josh Jung
                                    ]]>6659altuve,angels,astros,athletics,baseball,cards,collecting,fantasy,imai,mariners,mlb,raleigh,rangers,razzball,seager,topps,westfalse1125fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-124-al-east-preview-with-matt-frank--69666315Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer discuss a handful of MLB transactions and latest baseball card news before previewing the AL East with Matt Frank, aka MarmosDad, purveyor of Razzball's Top 100 Pitchers.
                                    
                                    You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                    
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                                    Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                    • Rangers pony up to acquire MacKenzie Gore
                                    • Harrison Bader signs with Giants
                                    • White Sox spend Luis Robert savings on Seranthony Dominguez
                                    • Edouard Julien & Pierson Ohl dealt to Colorado
                                    • Stadium Club cuts chrome parallels
                                    • Wade Meckler in DFA limbo again
                                    Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                    • 2/4: 2025 Topps Pristine
                                    • 2/6: 2025 Topps Museum Collection
                                    • 2/11: 2025 Topps MLB MVP Collection
                                    • 2/11: 2026 Topps Series 1
                                    • 2/13: 2025 Topps Gilded
                                    • 2/18: 2025 Topps Stadium Club
                                    • TBD: 2025 Bowman’s Best
                                    AL East Preview (27:30)
                                    • Link to NFBC ADP
                                    • Baltimore Orioles
                                      • Buy: Kyle Bradish, Dylan Beavers, Taylor Ward
                                      • Sell: Colton Cowser, Pete Alonso, Jackson Holliday
                                    • Boston Red Sox
                                      • Buy: Ranger Suarez, Sonny Gray
                                      • Sell: Aroldis Chapman, Payton Tolle, Roman Anthony
                                    • New York Yankees
                                      • Buy: Ryan Weathers, Ben Rice, Cody Bellinger
                                      • Sell: Cam Schlittler, David Bednar
                                    • Tampa Bay Rays
                                      • Buy: Chandler Simpson, Griffin Jax, Yandy Diaz
                                      • Sell: Chandler Simpson, Ryan Pepiot
                                    • Toronto Blue Jays
                                      • Buy: Dylan Cease, Addison Barger, all
                                      • Sell: Dylan Cease, George Springer?, none
                                    ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69666315Thu, 29 Jan 2026 14:44:06 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 124th episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ discuss a handful of MLB transactions and latest baseball card news before previewing the AL East with https://razzball.com/author/movaughn/,...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer discuss a handful of MLB transactions and latest baseball card news before previewing the AL East with Matt Frank, aka MarmosDad, purveyor of Razzball's Top 100 Pitchers.
                                    
                                    You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                    
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                                    Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                    • Rangers pony up to acquire MacKenzie Gore
                                    • Harrison Bader signs with Giants
                                    • White Sox spend Luis Robert savings on Seranthony Dominguez
                                    • Edouard Julien & Pierson Ohl dealt to Colorado
                                    • Stadium Club cuts chrome parallels
                                    • Wade Meckler in DFA limbo again
                                    Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                    • 2/4: 2025 Topps Pristine
                                    • 2/6: 2025 Topps Museum Collection
                                    • 2/11: 2025 Topps MLB MVP Collection
                                    • 2/11: 2026 Topps Series 1
                                    • 2/13: 2025 Topps Gilded
                                    • 2/18: 2025 Topps Stadium Club
                                    • TBD: 2025 Bowman’s Best
                                    AL East Preview (27:30)
                                    • Link to NFBC ADP
                                    • Baltimore Orioles
                                      • Buy: Kyle Bradish, Dylan Beavers, Taylor Ward
                                      • Sell: Colton Cowser, Pete Alonso, Jackson Holliday
                                    • Boston Red Sox
                                      • Buy: Ranger Suarez, Sonny Gray
                                      • Sell: Aroldis Chapman, Payton Tolle, Roman Anthony
                                    • New York Yankees
                                      • Buy: Ryan Weathers, Ben Rice, Cody Bellinger
                                      • Sell: Cam Schlittler, David Bednar
                                    • Tampa Bay Rays
                                      • Buy: Chandler Simpson, Griffin Jax, Yandy Diaz
                                      • Sell: Chandler Simpson, Ryan Pepiot
                                    • Toronto Blue Jays
                                      • Buy: Dylan...]]>7553bader,baseball,bluejays,cards,collecting,fantasy,gore,meckler,mlb,orioles,rays,razzball,redsox,topps,yankeesfalse1124fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-123-nl-east-preview-with-chris-towers--69547587Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer discuss the boiling-over hot stove of MLB transactions and latest baseball card news before previewing the NL East with Chris Towers of CBS Sports and the Fantasy Baseball Today podcast.
                                        
                                        You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                        
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                                        Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                        
                                        • Dodgers add Kyle Tucker on bonkers deal
                                        • Mets sign Bo Bichette to handle the hot corner
                                        • Alex Bregman signs five-year pact with Cubs
                                        • Red Sox ink Ranger Suarez to five-year deal
                                        • Cody Bellinger returns to the Yankees
                                        • JT Realmuto re-ups with Philadelphia
                                        • Willi Castro finds home in Colorado
                                        • Cardinals add Ryne Stanek to bullpen mix
                                        • Victor Caratini joins the Twins
                                        • Yoan Moncada back with the Angels
                                        • Mets send Jett Williams and Brandon Sproat to Milwaukee for Freddy Peralta and Tobias Myers
                                        • Mets acquire Luis Robert Jr. from White Sox for Luisangel Acuna
                                        • Cardinals ship Nolan Arenado to Arizona
                                        • Three-way trade between Angels, Rays and Reds shuffles Josh Lowe and Gavin Lux
                                        • Marlins & Yankees link up for trade: Ryan Weathers for four prospects
                                        • Jake McCarthy dealt to Rockies
                                        • Ha-Seong Kim suffers finger injury on ice, out 4-5 months
                                        • Royals pull in Kauffman Stadium outfield walls
                                        • Hall of Fame voters elect Carlos Beltran and Andruw Jones
                                        • Design for 2026 Topps Flagship cards has arrived
                                        • 2026 Topps Series 1 jumbos will have one auto and one relic, down one hit
                                        • Volume in megas and blasters also reduced for 2026 Topps Series 1
                                        • Pre-order for 2026 Topps Series 1 is live
                                        Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                        
                                        • 2/4: 2025 Topps Pristine
                                        • 2/11: 2025 Topps MLB MVP Collection
                                        • 2/11: 2026 Topps Series 1
                                        • 2/13: 2025 Topps Gilded
                                        • 2/18: 2025 Topps Stadium Club
                                        • TBD: 2025 Topps Museum Collection
                                        NL East Preview (1:11:40)
                                        
                                        • Link to NFBC ADP
                                        • Atlanta Braves
                                          • Buy: Ronald Acuna Jr., Mike Yastrzemski, Hurston Waldrep
                                          • Sell: Spencer Strider, Michael Harris II, Spencer Schwellenbach
                                        • Miami Marlins
                                          • Buy: Sandy Alcantara, Kyle Stowers, Otto Lopez
                                          • Sell: Xavier Edwards
                                        • New York Mets
                                          • Buy: Francisco Alvarez, Jonah Tong, David Peterson
                                          • Sell: Nolan McLean, Jorge Polanco, Luis Robert Jr.
                                        • Philadelphia Phillies
                                          • Buy: Justin Crawford, Otto Kemp, Bryce Harper
                                          • Sell: Kyle Schwarber, Jesus Luzardo
                                        • Washington Nationals
                                          • Buy: MacKenzie Gore, Harry Ford, Brady House
                                          • Sell: Dylan Crews, James Wood, CJ Abrams
                                        ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69547587Thu, 22 Jan 2026 15:59:19 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 123rd episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ discuss the boiling-over hot stove of MLB transactions and latest baseball card news before previewing the NL East with...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer discuss the boiling-over hot stove of MLB transactions and latest baseball card news before previewing the NL East with Chris Towers of CBS Sports and the Fantasy Baseball Today podcast.
                                        
                                        You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                        
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                                        Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                        
                                        • Dodgers add Kyle Tucker on bonkers deal
                                        • Mets sign Bo Bichette to handle the hot corner
                                        • Alex Bregman signs five-year pact with Cubs
                                        • Red Sox ink Ranger Suarez to five-year deal
                                        • Cody Bellinger returns to the Yankees
                                        • JT Realmuto re-ups with Philadelphia
                                        • Willi Castro finds home in Colorado
                                        • Cardinals add Ryne Stanek to bullpen mix
                                        • Victor Caratini joins the Twins
                                        • Yoan Moncada back with the Angels
                                        • Mets send Jett Williams and Brandon Sproat to Milwaukee for Freddy Peralta and Tobias Myers
                                        • Mets...]]>10565baseball,bellinger,beltran,bichette,braves,bregman,cards,collecting,dodgers,fantasy,hof,marlins,mets,mlb,nationals,phillies,razzball,topps,tucker,yankeesfalse1123fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-122-2025-bowman-draft-overview--69348591Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer discuss the latest MLB transactions before diving into the newest baseball card release, 2025 Bowman Draft, hitting shelves on Jan. 14.
                                          
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                                          Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                          
                                          • Cubs deal for Edward Cabrera, ship out Owen Caissie
                                          • Previous pod discussing NPB imports
                                          • Astros land Tatsuya Imai
                                          • Kazuma Okamoto to the Blue Jays
                                          • Giants ink Tyler Mahle to one-year deal
                                          • O’s re-sign Zach Eflin
                                          • Pete Fairbanks stays in Florida, signs with Marlins
                                          • Kirby Yates joins the Angels bullpen picture
                                          • Cubs add Hunter Harvey
                                          • Logan Henderson's friends gift him Topps Now card for the hardest-hit ball that he gave up
                                          • Design for 2026 Topps Series 1 hobby box released
                                          Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                          
                                          • 1/6: 2025 Panini Select
                                          • 1/7: 2025 Topps Allen & Ginter X
                                          • 1/7: 2025 Topps Chrome Update Sapphire Edition
                                          • 1/14: 2025 Bowman Draft
                                          • 1/16: 2025 Topps Museum Collection
                                          • 2/11: 2025 Topps MLB MVP Collection
                                          2025 Bowman Draft (44:30) (link to related Razzball post)
                                          
                                          • Beckett checklist
                                          • Checklist Insider preview
                                          • Topps Ripped coverage
                                          ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69348591Thu, 08 Jan 2026 03:43:02 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 122nd episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ discuss the latest MLB transactions before diving into the newest baseball card release, 2025 Bowman Draft, hitting shelves on Jan. 14. You can...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer discuss the latest MLB transactions before diving into the newest baseball card release, 2025 Bowman Draft, hitting shelves on Jan. 14.
                                          
                                          You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                          
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                                          Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                          
                                          • Cubs deal for Edward Cabrera, ship out Owen Caissie
                                          • Previous pod discussing NPB imports
                                          • Astros land Tatsuya Imai
                                          • Kazuma Okamoto to the Blue Jays
                                          • Giants ink Tyler Mahle to one-year deal
                                          • O’s re-sign Zach Eflin
                                          • Pete Fairbanks stays in Florida, signs with Marlins
                                          • Kirby Yates joins the Angels bullpen picture
                                          • Cubs add Hunter Harvey
                                          • Logan Henderson's friends gift him Topps Now card for the hardest-hit ball that he gave up
                                          • Design for 2026 Topps Series 1 hobby box released
                                          Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                          
                                          • 1/6: 2025 Panini Select
                                          • 1/7: 2025 Topps Allen & Ginter X
                                          • 1/7: 2025 Topps Chrome Update Sapphire Edition
                                          • 1/14: 2025 Bowman Draft
                                          • 1/16: 2025 Topps Museum Collection
                                          • 2/11: 2025 Topps MLB MVP Collection
                                          2025 Bowman Draft (44:30) (1122fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-121-2025-awards-winners-pc--69197337Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer cover a handful of MLB transactions, including a three-team deal, before selecting cards to place in the pod PC for the 2025 MLB Awards winners.
                                          
                                          You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                          
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                                          Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                          
                                          • Cardinals ship Willson Contreras up to Boston
                                          • Rays, Pirates, and Astros link up on a three-team swap involving Brandon Lowe, Jake Mangum, Mike Burrows, and Jacob Melton
                                          • Shane Baz dealt to Baltimore
                                          • Mets continue overhaul, send Jeff McNeil to A’s
                                          • Michael King re-joins the Padres
                                          • Munetaka Murakami lands with White Sox
                                          • White Sox also sign Sean Newcomb
                                          • Sung-Mun Song inks deal with Padres
                                          • Pirates bring aboard Ryan O’Hearn
                                          • Baseball card legend Wade Meckler designated for assignment
                                          Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                          
                                          • 12/23: 2025 Topps Black & White Baseball
                                          • 12/23: 2025 Panini Flawless
                                          • 12/29: 2025 Topps Five Star
                                          • 1/14: 2025 Panini Select
                                          • 1/16: 2025 Topps Museum Collection
                                          • Jan: 2025 Topps Chrome Update Sapphire Edition
                                          • 2/11: 2025 Topps MLB MVP Collection
                                          • TBD: 2025 Bowman Draft
                                          2025 Awards Winners PC (55:40) (link to related Razzball post)
                                          
                                          • Link to full listing of all 2025 MLB Award Winners
                                          • Link to the Cards & Categories pod PC
                                          • Aaron Judge
                                            • J: 2015 Leaf Trinity Patch Auto /25 
                                            • M: 2023 Topps Chrome Titans #CT11 gold refractor #/50
                                          • Shohei Ohtani
                                            • J: 2013 BBM 1st Version #183 PSA 10
                                            • M: 2025 Topps Chrome Gold Logoman Patch Auto #GOLDA-SO
                                          • Tarik Skubal
                                            • J: 2021 Immaculate Auto /10 Game Used Glove Auto
                                            • M: 2021 Topps Stadium Club Chrome #SCCABA-TS on-card auto
                                          • Paul Skenes
                                            • J: 2023 Sports Illustrated for Kids PSA 10 (Pop 1)  
                                            • M: 2025 Topps Allen & Gitner #MA-LDU Livvy Dunne framed mini auto
                                          • Nick Kurtz
                                            • J: 2025 Topps Chrome Sapphire Rookie Auto Green Refractor /99
                                            • M: 2025 Topps Archives Stand Up #64SU-25
                                          • Drake Baldwin
                                            • J: 2025 Topps Chrome Update Red Refractor #USC96 /5
                                            • M: 2025 Topps Heritage High Number #561 rookie image variation
                                          • Jeff Kent
                                            • J: Jeff Kent 2004 Donruss Limited Threads Game Worn Patch 1/1 
                                            • M: 2000 MLB Showdown #379 1st Edition
                                          ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69197337Wed, 24 Dec 2025 17:30:21 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 121st episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ cover a handful of MLB transactions, including a three-team deal, before selecting cards to place in the pod PC for the 2025 MLB Awards winners....Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer cover a handful of MLB transactions, including a three-team deal, before selecting cards to place in the pod PC for the 2025 MLB Awards winners.
                                          
                                          You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                          
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                                          Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                          
                                          • Cardinals ship Willson Contreras up to Boston
                                          • Rays, Pirates, and Astros link up on a three-team swap involving Brandon Lowe, Jake Mangum, Mike Burrows, and Jacob Melton
                                          • Shane Baz dealt to Baltimore
                                          • Mets continue overhaul, send Jeff McNeil to A’s
                                          • Michael King re-joins the Padres
                                          • Munetaka Murakami lands with White Sox
                                          • White Sox also sign Sean Newcomb
                                          • Sung-Mun Song inks deal with Padres
                                          • Pirates bring aboard Ryan O’Hearn
                                          • Baseball card legend Wade Meckler designated for assignment
                                          Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                          
                                          • 12/23: 2025 Topps Black & White Baseball
                                          • 12/23: 2025 Panini Flawless
                                          • 12/29: 2025 Topps Five Star
                                          • 1/14: 2025 Panini Select
                                          • 1/16: 2025 Topps Museum Collection
                                          • Jan: 2025 Topps Chrome Update Sapphire Edition
                                          • 2/11: 2025 Topps MLB MVP Collection
                                          • TBD: 2025 Bowman Draft
                                          2025 Awards Winners PC (55:40) (link to related Razzball post)
                                          
                                          • Link to full listing of all 2025 MLB Award Winners
                                          • Link to...]]>6486baseball,card,collecting,contreras,dunne,fantasy,judge,kent,kurtz,livvy,mlb,mvp,ohtani,padres,razzball,redsox,skenes,skubal,topps,whitesoxfalse1121fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-120-2025-topps-heritage-high-number-overview--69118377Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer discuss a myriad of MLB transactions before diving into the latest baseball card release, 2025 Topps Heritage High Number, hitting shelves on Dec. 17.
                                            
                                            You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                            
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                                            Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                            
                                            • Merrill Kelly rejoins the D-backs
                                            • Detroit is the latest club to contract Kenley Jansen to close
                                            • Robert Suarez signs three-year deal with Atlanta
                                            • Reliever roundup:
                                              • Luke Weaver to Mets
                                              • Brad Keller to the Phillies
                                              • Chris Martin returns to the Rangers
                                              • Alexis Diaz to the Rangers
                                              • Jordan Romano to the Angels
                                              • Drew Pomeranz to the Angels
                                              • Jason Foley to the Giants
                                              • Gregory Soto signs with Pirates
                                              • Tyler Rogers to the Jays
                                            • Mets ink Jorge Polanco to two-year deal
                                            • Adolis Garcia lands in Philly on one-year contract
                                            • Ha-Seong Kim, Atlanta link up for another year
                                            • Minnesota become the next stop on the Josh Bell career tour
                                            • Lane Thomas joins the Royals outfield mix
                                            • Cardinals sign Dustin May
                                            • National sign NPB arm, Foster Griffin
                                            • Giants bolster midrotation with Adrian Houser on two-year pact
                                            • Brewers ship Isaac Collins and Nick Mears to KC for Angel Zerpa
                                            • Red Sox and Nationals trade pitching prospects, Luis Perales and Jake Bennett
                                            Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                            
                                            • 12/17: 2025 Topps Cosmic Chrome
                                            • 12/17: 2025 Topps Heritage High Number
                                            • 12/17: 2025 Panini Flawless
                                            • 12/23: 2025 Topps Black & White Baseball
                                            • 12/29: 2025 Topps Five Star
                                            • 2/11: 2025 Topps MLB MVP Collection
                                            • Dec: 2025 Panini Select
                                            • TBD: 2025 Bowman Draft
                                            • TBD: 2025 Topps Museum Collection
                                            2025 Topps Chrome Update Overview (55:30) (link to related Razzball post)
                                            
                                            • Beckett checklist
                                            • Chasing Majors checklist
                                            • Topps Ripped spotlight
                                            ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69118377Thu, 18 Dec 2025 14:46:14 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 120th episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ discuss a myriad of MLB transactions before diving into the latest baseball card release, 2025 Topps Heritage High Number, hitting shelves on...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer discuss a myriad of MLB transactions before diving into the latest baseball card release, 2025 Topps Heritage High Number, hitting shelves on Dec. 17.
                                            
                                            You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                            
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                                            Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                            
                                            • Merrill Kelly rejoins the D-backs
                                            • Detroit is the latest club to contract Kenley Jansen to close
                                            • Robert Suarez signs three-year deal with Atlanta
                                            • Reliever roundup:
                                              • Luke Weaver to Mets
                                              • Brad Keller to the Phillies
                                              • Chris Martin returns to the Rangers
                                              • Alexis Diaz to the Rangers
                                              • Jordan Romano to the Angels
                                              • Drew Pomeranz to the Angels
                                              • Jason Foley to the Giants
                                              • Gregory Soto signs with Pirates
                                              • Tyler Rogers to the Jays
                                            • Mets ink Jorge Polanco to two-year deal
                                            • Adolis Garcia lands in Philly on one-year contract
                                            • Ha-Seong Kim, Atlanta link up for another year
                                            • Minnesota become the next stop on the...]]>5103baseball,cards,closers,collecting,dbacks,fantasy,heritage,jansen,mlb,razzball,relievers,saves,tigers,toppsfalse1120fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-119-2025-topps-chrome-update-overview--68991117Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer discuss the draft lottery, a new Hall-of-Famer, and the fallout of the Winter Meetings transactions before diving into the latest baseball card release, 2025 Topps Chrome Update, hitting shelves on Dec. 10.
                                              
                                              You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                              
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                                              Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                              
                                              • White Sox secure first pick in 2026 draft
                                              • Jeff Kent makes it into the Hall of Fame
                                              • Pete Alonso heading to Baltimore on a five-year deal
                                              • Dodgers to sign Edwin Diaz
                                              • Schwarber to return to Philly on five-year pact
                                              • Reds bring back Emilio Pagan
                                              • Kyle Finnegan re-ups with the Tigers
                                              • Anthony Kay returns from NPB, links up with White Sox
                                              • Cedric Mullins inks one-year deal with Rays
                                              • Pirates send Johan Oviedo to Boston for Jhostynxon Garcia
                                              • Nats deal Jose Ferrer to M’s in exchange for package including Harry Ford
                                              Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                              
                                              • 12/10: 2025 Topps Chrome Update
                                              • 12/14: 2025 Topps Archives
                                              • 12/17: 2025 Topps Cosmic Chrome
                                              • 12/17: 2025 Topps Heritage High Number
                                              • 12/18: 2025 Topps Black & White Baseball
                                              • 2/11: 2025 Topps MLB MVP Collection
                                              • Dec: 2025 Panini Select
                                              • TBD: 2025 Bowman Draft
                                              • TBD: 2025 Topps Five Star
                                              • TBD: 2025 Panini Flawless
                                              2025 Topps Chrome Update Overview (54:45) (link to related post on Razzball)
                                              
                                              • Beckett checklist
                                              • Chasing Majors checklist
                                              • Topps Ripped set details
                                              • Link to the Shohei Ohtani Alter Ego insert eBay listing, while available
                                              ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68991117Thu, 11 Dec 2025 14:02:04 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 119th episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ discuss the draft lottery, a new Hall-of-Famer, and the fallout of the Winter Meetings transactions before diving into the latest baseball card...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer discuss the draft lottery, a new Hall-of-Famer, and the fallout of the Winter Meetings transactions before diving into the latest baseball card release, 2025 Topps Chrome Update, hitting shelves on Dec. 10.
                                              
                                              You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                              
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                                              Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                              
                                              • White Sox secure first pick in 2026 draft
                                              • Jeff Kent makes it into the Hall of Fame
                                              • Pete Alonso heading to Baltimore on a five-year deal
                                              • Dodgers to sign Edwin Diaz
                                              • Schwarber to return to Philly on five-year pact
                                              • Reds bring back Emilio Pagan
                                              • Kyle Finnegan re-ups with the Tigers
                                              • Anthony Kay returns from NPB, links up with White Sox
                                              • Cedric Mullins inks one-year deal with Rays
                                              • Pirates send Johan Oviedo to Boston for Jhostynxon Garcia
                                              • Nats deal Jose Ferrer to M’s in exchange for package including Harry Ford
                                              Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                              
                                              • 12/10: 2025 Topps Chrome Update
                                              • 12/14: 2025 Topps Archives
                                              • 12/17: 2025 Topps Cosmic Chrome
                                              • 12/17: 2025 Topps Heritage High Number
                                              • 12/18: 2025 Topps Black & White Baseball
                                              • 2/11: 2025 Topps MLB MVP Collection
                                              • Dec: 2025 Panini Select
                                              • TBD: 2025 Bowman Draft
                                              • TBD: 2025 Topps Five Star
                                              • TBD: 2025 Panini Flawless
                                              2025 Topps Chrome Update Overview (54:45) (link to related post on Razzball)
                                              
                                              • 5341alonso,baseball,cards,chrome,collecting,dodgers,kurtz,mets,mlb,ohtani,razzball,rookies,schwarber,topps,whitesoxfalse1119fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-118-2025-topps-allen-ginter-overview--68850137Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer discuss a collection of pitcher signings surely to impact the fantasy landscape before diving into the latest baseball card release from Topps, 2025 Allen & Ginter, hitting shelves on Dec. 3.
                                                
                                                You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                
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                                                Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                • Jays bolster rotation with Dylan Cease
                                                • KBO MVP Cody Ponce stays in foreign land, signs with Toronto
                                                • O’s bring in Ryan Helsley as a closer
                                                • Mets ink Devin Williams to three-year pact, does not preclude a reunion with Edwin Diaz
                                                Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                • 12/3: 2025 Topps Allen & Ginter
                                                • 12/10: 2025 Topps Chrome Update
                                                • 12/14: 2025 Topps Archives
                                                • 12/17: 2025 Topps Cosmic Chrome
                                                • 12/17: 2025 Topps Heritage High Number
                                                • 12/18: 2025 Topps Black & White Baseball
                                                • 2/11: 2025 Topps MLB MVP Collection
                                                • Dec: 2025 Panini Select
                                                • TBD: 2025 Panini Flawless
                                                2025 Allen & Ginter Overview (25:40) (link to related Razzball post)
                                                • Beckett checklist
                                                • Chasing Majors checklist
                                                • DJ Khaled autos included
                                                ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68850137Wed, 03 Dec 2025 15:04:38 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 118th episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ discuss a collection of pitcher signings surely to impact the fantasy landscape before diving into the latest baseball card release from Topps,...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer discuss a collection of pitcher signings surely to impact the fantasy landscape before diving into the latest baseball card release from Topps, 2025 Allen & Ginter, hitting shelves on Dec. 3.
                                                
                                                You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                
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                                                Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                • Jays bolster rotation with Dylan Cease
                                                • KBO MVP Cody Ponce stays in foreign land, signs with Toronto
                                                • O’s bring in Ryan Helsley as a closer
                                                • Mets ink Devin Williams to three-year pact, does not preclude a reunion with Edwin Diaz
                                                Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                • 12/3: 2025 Topps Allen & Ginter
                                                • 12/10: 2025 Topps Chrome Update
                                                • 12/14: 2025 Topps Archives
                                                • 12/17: 2025 Topps Cosmic Chrome
                                                • 12/17: 2025 Topps Heritage High Number
                                                • 12/18: 2025 Topps Black & White Baseball
                                                • 2/11: 2025 Topps MLB MVP Collection
                                                • Dec: 2025 Panini Select
                                                • TBD: 2025 Panini Flawless
                                                2025 Allen & Ginter Overview (25:40) (link to related Razzball post)
                                                • Beckett checklist
                                                • Chasing Majors checklist
                                                • DJ Khaled autos included
                                                ]]>3726allenginter,baseball,bluejays,cards,cease,collecting,dunne,fantasy,helsley,livvy,mets,mlb,orioles,razzball,toppsfalse1118fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-117-razzball-staff-picks-review--68757041Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer discuss a couple of major trades before diving into the updated baseball card release calendar and revisiting the Razzball staff's 2025 preseason predictions.
                                                
                                                You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                
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                                                Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                • Sonny Gray dealt to Boston for Richard Fitts and Brandon Clarke
                                                • Mets and Rangers swap Brandon Nimmo and Marcus Semien
                                                • Rangers non-tender Adolis Garcia
                                                • Cubs ink Phil Maton to two-year pact
                                                • Mix-up of the Paul autos
                                                Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                • 12/3: 2025 Topps Allen & Ginter
                                                • 12/10: 2025 Topps Chrome Update
                                                • 12/14: 2025 Topps Archives
                                                • 12/17: 2025 Topps Cosmic Chrome
                                                • 12/17: 2025 Topps Heritage High Number
                                                • 12/18: 2025 Topps Black & White Baseball
                                                • 2/11: 2025 Topps MLB MVP Collection
                                                • Dec: 2025 Panini Select
                                                • TBD: 2025 Panini Flawless
                                                2025 Razzball Staff Picks Review
                                                • Link to original list of picks
                                                • Discuss personal win and loss
                                                  • J Win: Mark Vientos (Bust)
                                                  • J Loss: Alan Roden (AL ROY)
                                                  • M Win: Shane McClanahan (Bust) & Nathan Eovaldi (MVFP)
                                                  • Loss: Luis Rengifo (MVFH)
                                                • Discuss best picks from the staff
                                                  • J: Bust - Rudy - Emmanuel Clase, Sleeper - Maks - Ben Rice
                                                  • M: MVFP - Cristopher Sanchez (ADHamley & Maks), Infatuation - Jo Adell (MarmosDad)
                                                 ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68757041Wed, 26 Nov 2025 15:31:38 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 117th episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ discuss a couple of major trades before diving into the updated baseball card release calendar and revisiting the Razzball staff's 2025...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer discuss a couple of major trades before diving into the updated baseball card release calendar and revisiting the Razzball staff's 2025 preseason predictions.
                                                
                                                You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                
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                                                Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                • Sonny Gray dealt to Boston for Richard Fitts and Brandon Clarke
                                                • Mets and Rangers swap Brandon Nimmo and Marcus Semien
                                                • Rangers non-tender Adolis Garcia
                                                • Cubs ink Phil Maton to two-year pact
                                                • Mix-up of the Paul autos
                                                Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                • 12/3: 2025 Topps Allen & Ginter
                                                • 12/10: 2025 Topps Chrome Update
                                                • 12/14: 2025 Topps Archives
                                                • 12/17: 2025 Topps Cosmic Chrome
                                                • 12/17: 2025 Topps Heritage High Number
                                                • 12/18: 2025 Topps Black & White Baseball
                                                • 2/11: 2025 Topps MLB MVP Collection
                                                • Dec: 2025 Panini Select
                                                • TBD: 2025 Panini Flawless
                                                2025 Razzball Staff Picks Review
                                                • Link to original list of picks
                                                • Discuss personal win and loss
                                                  • J Win: Mark Vientos (Bust)
                                                  • J Loss: Alan Roden (AL ROY)
                                                  • M Win: Shane McClanahan (Bust) & Nathan Eovaldi (MVFP)
                                                  • Loss: Luis Rengifo (MVFH)
                                                • Discuss best picks from the staff
                                                  • J: Bust - Rudy - Emmanuel Clase, Sleeper - Maks - Ben Rice
                                                  • M: MVFP - Cristopher Sanchez (ADHamley & Maks), Infatuation - Jo Adell (MarmosDad)
                                                 ]]>4457baseball,cardinals,cards,collecting,fantasy,mets,mlb,rangers,razzball,redsox,toppsfalse1117fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-116-arizona-fall-league-standouts-with-dynasty-baseball-pickups--68655480Mike Couillard is joined by Taylor Corso and Kyle Sonntag of the Dynasty Baseball Pickups podcast to discuss the standout performances in the Arizona Fall League.
                                                
                                                You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                
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                                                Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                
                                                • Josh Naylor re-signs with M’s
                                                • Angels and O’s swap Taylor Ward and Grayson Rodriguez
                                                • Raisel Iglesias returns to previous role with Atlanta
                                                Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                
                                                • 11/19: 2025 Panini National Treasures
                                                • 12/3: 2025 Topps Allen & Ginter
                                                • 12/10: 2025 Topps Chrome Update
                                                • 12/14: 2025 Topps Archives
                                                • 12/17: 2025 Topps Cosmic Chrome
                                                • 12/18: 2025 Topps Black & White Baseball
                                                • Dec: 2025 Panini Select
                                                • TBD: 2025 Panini Flawless
                                                2025 Arizona Fall League Standouts & Breakouts
                                                
                                                • MVP: Kevin McGonigle, 3B/SS, DET
                                                • Offensive Player: Esmerlyn Valdez, OF, PIT
                                                • Pitcher: James Hicks, HOU
                                                • Breakout Player: Owen Ayers, C/1B, CHC
                                                • DBP Picks:
                                                  • Kyle: Max Anderson (2B/3B, DET), Raudi Rodriguez (OF, LAA), Jake Bennett (SP, WSN)
                                                  • Taylor: Josh Adamczewski (2B, MIL), Parks Harber (1B/3B, SFG), Anderson Brito (SP, HOU)
                                                ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68655480Thu, 20 Nov 2025 14:33:23 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 116th episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ is joined by https://x.com/DynastyPickups and https://x.com/sonny_108 of the https://open.spotify.com/show/4k5QZg8dZghxBJ9YXElMat?si=60ea4450f9fc4b20 to discuss the standout performances in...Mike Couillard is joined by Taylor Corso and Kyle Sonntag of the Dynasty Baseball Pickups podcast to discuss the standout performances in the Arizona Fall League.
                                                
                                                You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                
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                                                Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                
                                                • Josh Naylor re-signs with M’s
                                                • Angels and O’s swap Taylor Ward and Grayson Rodriguez
                                                • Raisel Iglesias returns to previous role with Atlanta
                                                Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                
                                                • 11/19: 2025 Panini National Treasures
                                                • 12/3: 2025 Topps Allen & Ginter
                                                • 12/10: 2025 Topps Chrome Update
                                                • 12/14: 2025 Topps Archives
                                                • 12/17: 2025 Topps Cosmic Chrome
                                                • 12/18: 2025 Topps Black & White Baseball
                                                • Dec: 2025 Panini Select
                                                • TBD: 2025 Panini Flawless
                                                2025 Arizona Fall League Standouts & Breakouts
                                                
                                                • MVP: Kevin McGonigle, 3B/SS, DET
                                                • Offensive Player: Esmerlyn Valdez, OF, PIT
                                                • Pitcher: James Hicks, HOU
                                                • Breakout Player: Owen Ayers, C/1B, CHC
                                                • DBP Picks:
                                                  • Kyle: Max Anderson (2B/3B, DET), Raudi Rodriguez (OF, LAA), Jake Bennett (SP, WSN)
                                                  • Taylor: Josh Adamczewski (2B, MIL), Parks Harber (1B/3B, SFG), Anderson Brito (SP, HOU)
                                                ]]>4289afl,baseball,cards,collecting,dynasty,fantasy,mcgonigle,mlb,prospects,razzballfalse1116fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-115-2025-topps-update-series-overview--68447473Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer discuss the conclusion of the World Series before diving into the newest major baseball card release, 2025 Topps Update Series, scheduled to hit shelves everywhere on Nov. 12.
                                                
                                                You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                
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                                                Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                
                                                • World Series Game 5 recap
                                                • World Series Game 6 recap
                                                • World Series Game 7 recap
                                                • Cubs to let Shota Imanaga hit free agency
                                                • Shane Bieber exercises player option to stay in Toronto
                                                Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                
                                                • 11/5: 2025 Panini Select Baseball
                                                • 11/12: 2025 Topps Update
                                                • 11/12: 2025 Topps Pro Debut
                                                • 11/19: 2025 Panini National Treasures
                                                • Nov: 2025 Topps Cosmic Chrome
                                                • TBD: 2025 Topps Allen & Ginter
                                                • TBD: 2025 Topps Chrome Update (Nov. 10 pre-order)
                                                2025 Topps Update Series Overview (35:15) (link to related post on Razzball)
                                                
                                                • Chasing Majors checklist
                                                • Beckett checklist
                                                • Checklist Insider
                                                • Pod on ‘24 Topps Update, Ep. 64
                                                • Scant details on the Golden Mirror autos
                                                ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68447473Thu, 06 Nov 2025 14:24:04 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 115th episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ discuss the conclusion of the World Series before diving into the newest major baseball card release, 2025 Topps Update Series, scheduled to hit...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer discuss the conclusion of the World Series before diving into the newest major baseball card release, 2025 Topps Update Series, scheduled to hit shelves everywhere on Nov. 12.
                                                
                                                You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                
                                                We have Cards & Categories swag for purchase here!
                                                
                                                Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                
                                                • World Series Game 5 recap
                                                • World Series Game 6 recap
                                                • World Series Game 7 recap
                                                • Cubs to let Shota Imanaga hit free agency
                                                • Shane Bieber exercises player option to stay in Toronto
                                                Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                
                                                • 11/5: 2025 Panini Select Baseball
                                                • 11/12: 2025 Topps Update
                                                • 11/12: 2025 Topps Pro Debut
                                                • 11/19: 2025 Panini National Treasures
                                                • Nov: 2025 Topps Cosmic Chrome
                                                • TBD: 2025 Topps Allen & Ginter
                                                • TBD: 2025 Topps Chrome Update (Nov. 10 pre-order)
                                                2025 Topps Update Series Overview (35:15) (link to related post on Razzball)
                                                
                                                • Chasing Majors checklist
                                                • Beckett checklist
                                                • Checklist Insider
                                                • Pod on ‘24 Topps Update, Ep. 64
                                                • Scant details on the Golden Mirror autos
                                                ]]>3848baseball,bieber,bluejays,cards,collecting,cubs,dodgers,fantasy,guerrero,imanaga,kurtz,mlb,ohtani,razzball,roki,sasaki,topps,yamamotofalse1115fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-114-best-world-series-ever--68349304Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer discuss the first four games of the World Series before reviewing the chaotic upcoming baseball card release calendar.
                                                
                                                You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                
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                                                Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                • World Series Game 1 recap
                                                • World Series Game 2 recap
                                                • World Series Game 3 recap
                                                • World Series Game 4 recap
                                                • Giants select Tony Vitello, University of Tennessee head coach, to be skipper
                                                • The difference in the SP vs SSP holiday back cards
                                                Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                • 11/3: 2025 Topps Allen & Ginter
                                                • 11/5: 2025 Panini Select Baseball
                                                • 11/12: 2025 Topps Update
                                                • 11/12: 2025 Topps Pro Debut
                                                • 11/19: 2025 Panini National Treasures
                                                • Nov: 2025 Topps Cosmic Chrome
                                                • TBD: 2025 Topps Chrome Update (Nov. 10 pre-order)
                                                ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68349304Thu, 30 Oct 2025 13:50:16 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 114th episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ discuss the first four games of the World Series before reviewing the chaotic upcoming baseball card release calendar. You can find us on...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer discuss the first four games of the World Series before reviewing the chaotic upcoming baseball card release calendar.
                                                
                                                You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                
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                                                Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                • World Series Game 1 recap
                                                • World Series Game 2 recap
                                                • World Series Game 3 recap
                                                • World Series Game 4 recap
                                                • Giants select Tony Vitello, University of Tennessee head coach, to be skipper
                                                • The difference in the SP vs SSP holiday back cards
                                                Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                • 11/3: 2025 Topps Allen & Ginter
                                                • 11/5: 2025 Panini Select Baseball
                                                • 11/12: 2025 Topps Update
                                                • 11/12: 2025 Topps Pro Debut
                                                • 11/19: 2025 Panini National Treasures
                                                • Nov: 2025 Topps Cosmic Chrome
                                                • TBD: 2025 Topps Chrome Update (Nov. 10 pre-order)
                                                ]]>3967barger,baseball,bluejays,cards,collecting,dodgers,fantasy,giants,guerrero,ohtani,razzball,topps,vitello,yamamotofalse1114fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-113-world-series-preview-topps-holiday-overview--68254493Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer preview the World Series between the Blue Jays and Dodgers before diving into the latest baseball card release, 2025 Topps Holiday, available everywhere Oct. 22.
                                                
                                                You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                
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                                                Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                
                                                • The Athletic's World Series preview
                                                Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                
                                                • 10/22: 2025 Topps Holiday
                                                • 10/22: 2025 Topps Diamond Icons
                                                • 10/29: 2025 Topps Update
                                                • 11/3: 2025 Topps Allen & Ginter
                                                • 11/5: 2025 Panini Select Baseball
                                                • 11/12: 2025 Topps Pro Debut
                                                • 11/19: 2025 Panini National Treasures
                                                • TBD: 2025 Topps Chrome Update (Nov. 10 pre-order)
                                                CARDS DISCUSSION (30:50)
                                                
                                                2025 Topps Holiday Overview (link to post on Razzball)
                                                
                                                • Chasing Majors checklist with odd
                                                • Beckett preview
                                                • Checklist Insider post
                                                ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68254493Thu, 23 Oct 2025 15:57:01 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 113th episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ preview the World Series between the Blue Jays and Dodgers before diving into the latest baseball card release, 2025 Topps Holiday, available...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer preview the World Series between the Blue Jays and Dodgers before diving into the latest baseball card release, 2025 Topps Holiday, available everywhere Oct. 22.
                                                
                                                You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                
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                                                Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                
                                                • The Athletic's World Series preview
                                                Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                
                                                • 10/22: 2025 Topps Holiday
                                                • 10/22: 2025 Topps Diamond Icons
                                                • 10/29: 2025 Topps Update
                                                • 11/3: 2025 Topps Allen & Ginter
                                                • 11/5: 2025 Panini Select Baseball
                                                • 11/12: 2025 Topps Pro Debut
                                                • 11/19: 2025 Panini National Treasures
                                                • TBD: 2025 Topps Chrome Update (Nov. 10 pre-order)
                                                CARDS DISCUSSION (30:50)
                                                
                                                2025 Topps Holiday Overview (link to post on Razzball)
                                                
                                                • Chasing Majors checklist with odd
                                                • Beckett preview
                                                • Checklist Insider post
                                                ]]>4008baseball,bluejays,cards,collecting,dodgers,fantasy,holiday,mariners,ohtani,razzball,roki,toppsfalse1113fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-112-baseball-musings-with-keelin-billue--68164754Mike Couillard is joined by former Razzball Ambulance Chaser and #1 Friend of the Pod, Keelin Billue, to discuss the latest MLB postseason happenings, the state of the Chicago White Sox, and her personal scouting report on Munetaka Murakami. You can find Keelin on BlueSky at @keelin12ft.bsky.social.
                                                
                                                You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                
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                                                Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                
                                                • Andrew Vaughn asserting his authority in the NLDS
                                                • Anthony Volpe undergoes surgery on shoulder labrum tear
                                                • The 2025 Chicago White Sox, in all their glory
                                                • Munetaka Murakami officially will be posted this offseason
                                                • Keelin's post about Murakami
                                                • Link to the infamous 12-foot skeleton lawn decoration
                                                • The Razzball BlueSky Starter Pack
                                                Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                
                                                • 10/15: 2025 Bowman Chrome Sapphire
                                                • 10/22: 2025 Topps Holiday
                                                • 10/22: 2025 Topps Diamond Icons
                                                • 10/29: 2025 Topps Update
                                                • 11/3: 2025 Topps Allen & Ginter
                                                • 11/5: 2025 Panini Select Baseball
                                                • 11/12: 2025 Topps Pro Debut
                                                • 11/19: 2025 Panini National Treasures
                                                 ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68164754Thu, 16 Oct 2025 14:26:25 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 112th episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ is joined by former Razzball Ambulance Chaser and #1 Friend of the Pod, https://razzball.com/author/keelinbillue/, to discuss the latest MLB postseason happenings, the state of the Chicago...Mike Couillard is joined by former Razzball Ambulance Chaser and #1 Friend of the Pod, Keelin Billue, to discuss the latest MLB postseason happenings, the state of the Chicago White Sox, and her personal scouting report on Munetaka Murakami. You can find Keelin on BlueSky at @keelin12ft.bsky.social.
                                                
                                                You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                
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                                                Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                
                                                • Andrew Vaughn asserting his authority in the NLDS
                                                • Anthony Volpe undergoes surgery on shoulder labrum tear
                                                • The 2025 Chicago White Sox, in all their glory
                                                • Munetaka Murakami officially will be posted this offseason
                                                • Keelin's post about Murakami
                                                • Link to the infamous 12-foot skeleton lawn decoration
                                                • The Razzball BlueSky Starter Pack
                                                Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                
                                                • 10/15: 2025 Bowman Chrome Sapphire
                                                • 10/22: 2025 Topps Holiday
                                                • 10/22: 2025 Topps Diamond Icons
                                                • 10/29: 2025 Topps Update
                                                • 11/3: 2025 Topps Allen & Ginter
                                                • 11/5: 2025 Panini Select Baseball
                                                • 11/12: 2025 Topps Pro Debut
                                                • 11/19: 2025 Panini National Treasures
                                                 ]]>3058baseball,cards,chicago,collecting,dodgers,fantasy,halloween,mariners,mlb,murakami,razzball,skeleton,vaughn,whitesoxfalse1112fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-111-september-player-of-the-month-pc--68076796Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer discuss the latest MLB postseason happenings along with a new Topps card specially made for superfractor collectors. Then we pick cards to induct into our Pod PC for the MLB September Players of the Month.
                                                
                                                You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                
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                                                Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                
                                                • Rangers make Skip Schumaker manager
                                                • Topps introduces new "Three Kings" program for superfractor collectors
                                                Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                
                                                • 10/15: 2025 Bowman Chrome Sapphire
                                                • 10/22: 2025 Topps Holiday
                                                • 10/22: 2025 Topps Diamond Icons
                                                • 10/29: 2025 Topps Update
                                                • 11/5: 2025 Panini Select Baseball
                                                • 11/19: 2025 Panini National Treasures
                                                CARDS DISCUSSION (35:48)
                                                
                                                September POTM PC (link to related post on Razzball)
                                                
                                                • Link to announcement of winners
                                                • C&C Pod PC list
                                                • Aaron Judge
                                                  • J: 2024 Topps Triple Threads Relics #TTR-AJ “JUDGE”  #/36
                                                  • M: 2025 Panini Boys of Summer Fabric of the Game - Lumber Signatures #FB-AJG #/17 auto relic
                                                • Daylen Lile
                                                  • J: 2021 Leaf Metal Draft #SP-DL1 State Pride black autograph #/15
                                                  • M: 2025 Topps Now #737
                                                • Max Fried
                                                  • J: 2012 Bowman Draft Picks and Prospects Dual Top 10 Picks #TPA-KF Kershaw/Fried auto #/25
                                                  • M: 2025 Topps Series 2 #609 Golden Mirror SSP
                                                • Yoshinobu Yamamoto
                                                  • J: 2019 BBM Premium Glory Patch #/30
                                                  • M: 2024 Topps Stadium Club Beam Team #BT8
                                                • Joey Cantillo
                                                  • J: 2020 Topps Pro Debut #PD-143 #/150 blue auto
                                                  • M: 2025 Topps Chrome #RA-JCA rookie auto blue wave refractor #/150
                                                ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68076796Thu, 09 Oct 2025 14:07:51 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 111th episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ discuss the latest MLB postseason happenings along with a new Topps card specially made for superfractor collectors. Then we pick cards to...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer discuss the latest MLB postseason happenings along with a new Topps card specially made for superfractor collectors. Then we pick cards to induct into our Pod PC for the MLB September Players of the Month.
                                                
                                                You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                
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                                                Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                
                                                • Rangers make Skip Schumaker manager
                                                • Topps introduces new "Three Kings" program for superfractor collectors
                                                Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                
                                                • 10/15: 2025 Bowman Chrome Sapphire
                                                • 10/22: 2025 Topps Holiday
                                                • 10/22: 2025 Topps Diamond Icons
                                                • 10/29: 2025 Topps Update
                                                • 11/5: 2025 Panini Select Baseball
                                                • 11/19: 2025 Panini National Treasures
                                                CARDS DISCUSSION (35:48)
                                                
                                                September POTM PC (link to related post on Razzball)
                                                
                                                • Link to announcement of winners
                                                • C&C Pod PC list
                                                • Aaron Judge
                                                  • J: 2024 Topps Triple Threads Relics #TTR-AJ “JUDGE”  #/36
                                                  • M: 2025 Panini Boys of Summer Fabric of the Game - Lumber Signatures #FB-AJG #/17 auto relic
                                                • Daylen Lile
                                                  • J: 2021 Leaf Metal Draft #SP-DL1 State Pride black autograph #/15
                                                  • M: 4077baseball,cards,collecting,dodgers,fantasy,fried,judge,lile,mariners,mlb,playoffs,postseason,razzball,roki,sasaki,yamamoto,yankeesfalse1111fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-110-playoffs-playoffs--67986288Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer discuss the MLB postseason bracket and make our picks before diving into the latest news on baseball happenings and card release updates.
                                                    
                                                    You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                    
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                                                    Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                    
                                                    • MLB postseason bracket
                                                    • Chase DeLauter added to Cleveland’s postseason roster, set for MLB debut
                                                    • Pete Alonso states he’s opting out
                                                    • Cardinals veterans lining up to waive no-trade clause as team possibly enters rebuild
                                                    • Luke Keaschall undergoes thumb surgery
                                                    • Hiroto Saiki to join the list of Japanese players being posted this offseason?
                                                    
                                                    Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                    
                                                    • 10/1: 2025 Panini Three And Two
                                                    • 10/22: 2025 Topps Holiday
                                                    • 10/22: 2025 Topps Diamond Icons
                                                    • 10/29: 2025 Topps Update
                                                    • 11/5: 2025 Panini Select Baseball
                                                    ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67986288Thu, 02 Oct 2025 13:48:29 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 110th episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ discuss the MLB postseason bracket and make our picks before diving into the latest news on baseball happenings and card release updates. You...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer discuss the MLB postseason bracket and make our picks before diving into the latest news on baseball happenings and card release updates.
                                                    
                                                    You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                    
                                                    We have Cards & Categories swag for purchase here!
                                                    
                                                    Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                    
                                                    • MLB postseason bracket
                                                    • Chase DeLauter added to Cleveland’s postseason roster, set for MLB debut
                                                    • Pete Alonso states he’s opting out
                                                    • Cardinals veterans lining up to waive no-trade clause as team possibly enters rebuild
                                                    • Luke Keaschall undergoes thumb surgery
                                                    • Hiroto Saiki to join the list of Japanese players being posted this offseason?
                                                    
                                                    Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                    
                                                    • 10/1: 2025 Panini Three And Two
                                                    • 10/22: 2025 Topps Holiday
                                                    • 10/22: 2025 Topps Diamond Icons
                                                    • 10/29: 2025 Topps Update
                                                    • 11/5: 2025 Panini Select Baseball
                                                    ]]>3556alonso,baseball,cards,collecting,dodgers,keaschall,mariners,mets,mlb,playoffs,postseason,razzball,toppsfalse1110fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-109-2025-bowman-chrome-overview--67896214Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer discuss the rapidly developing playoff races along with the latest news and happenings in MLB impacting the fantasy game. Then we overview the latest major baseball card release, 2025 Bowman Chrome, on shelves everywhere Sept. 23.
                                                    
                                                    You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                    
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                                                    Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                    • Clayton Kershaw announces retirement after 2025 season
                                                    • Ozzie Albies fractures left hamate bone
                                                    • Bryan Woo departs latest start with pectoral issue
                                                    • Brandon Woodruff shelved with right lat strain
                                                    • Pablo Lopez lands on IL with right forearm strain
                                                    • Right ankle injury ends MacKenzie Gore’s season
                                                    • Ivan Herrera slated for offseason elbow surgery, to catch again in 2026
                                                    • Pirates promote Hunter Barco for final week
                                                    • The Tropicana roof is coming back
                                                    • 2025 Topps Holiday pre-orders are open
                                                    Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                    • 9/23: 2025 Bowman Chrome
                                                    • 10/1: 2025 Panini Three And Two
                                                    • 10/22: 2025 Topps Holiday
                                                    • 11/5: 2025 Panini Select Baseball
                                                    CARDS DISCUSSION (50:25)
                                                    
                                                    2025 Bowman Chrome Overview (link to related post on Razzball)
                                                    • Chasing Majors checklist with odds
                                                    • Red rookie redemptions are back, just like 2025 Bowman
                                                    • Some of the best prospects to target
                                                    ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67896214Thu, 25 Sep 2025 14:26:00 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 109th episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ discuss the rapidly developing playoff races along with the latest news and happenings in MLB impacting the fantasy game. Then we overview the...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer discuss the rapidly developing playoff races along with the latest news and happenings in MLB impacting the fantasy game. Then we overview the latest major baseball card release, 2025 Bowman Chrome, on shelves everywhere Sept. 23.
                                                    
                                                    You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                    
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                                                    Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                    • Clayton Kershaw announces retirement after 2025 season
                                                    • Ozzie Albies fractures left hamate bone
                                                    • Bryan Woo departs latest start with pectoral issue
                                                    • Brandon Woodruff shelved with right lat strain
                                                    • Pablo Lopez lands on IL with right forearm strain
                                                    • Right ankle injury ends MacKenzie Gore’s season
                                                    • Ivan Herrera slated for offseason elbow surgery, to catch again in 2026
                                                    • Pirates promote Hunter Barco for final week
                                                    • The Tropicana roof is coming back
                                                    • 2025 Topps Holiday pre-orders are open
                                                    Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                    • 9/23: 2025 Bowman Chrome
                                                    • 10/1: 2025 Panini Three And Two
                                                    • 10/22: 2025 Topps Holiday
                                                    • 11/5: 2025 Panini Select Baseball
                                                    CARDS DISCUSSION (50:25)
                                                    
                                                    2025 Bowman Chrome Overview (link to related post on...]]>5522baseball,bowman,cards,chrome,clayton,collecting,dodgers,fantasy,kershaw,mlb,morii,playoffs,razzball,toppsfalse1109fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-108-postseason-japanese-star-card-stashes--67808058Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer discuss Cal Raleigh's historic run along with the latest news and happenings in MLB impacting the fantasy game. Then we overview the baseball card market for players that could likely play major roles in the Playoffs and those likely to be posted from Japan.
                                                    
                                                    You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                    
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                                                    Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                    
                                                    • Cal Raleigh sets single-season HR record for switch-hitters
                                                    • Trey Yesavage called up in Toronto, brilliant in debut
                                                    • San Francisco promotes Bryce Eldridge
                                                    • Tarik Skubal leaves start with left side tightness, apparently okay
                                                    • Yordan Alvarez suffers “pretty significant” ankle sprain crossing home
                                                    • Dodgers shelf Will Smith due to hand contusion
                                                    • Zach Neto lands on IL with hand strain, likely done for year
                                                    • Anthony Volpe has been playing through partial labrum tear
                                                    • Masyn Winn shut down, undergoing knee surgery
                                                    • Jarlin Susana undergoes lat surgery
                                                    Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                    
                                                    • 9/24: 2025 Bowman Chrome
                                                    • 10/1: 2025 Panini Three And Two
                                                    • 11/5: 2025 Panini Select Baseball
                                                    CARDS DISCUSSION (37:40)
                                                    
                                                    Postseason & Japanese Star Card Stashes
                                                    
                                                    Player card markets discussed:
                                                    
                                                    • Addison Barger
                                                    • Hunter Brown
                                                    • Otto Kemp
                                                    • Harrison Bader
                                                    • Andy Pages
                                                    • Kyle Manzardo
                                                    • Munetaka Murakami
                                                    • Tatsuya Imai
                                                    • Kazuma Okamoto
                                                    ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67808058Thu, 18 Sep 2025 14:30:57 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 108th episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ discuss Cal Raleigh's historic run along with the latest news and happenings in MLB impacting the fantasy game. Then we overview the baseball...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer discuss Cal Raleigh's historic run along with the latest news and happenings in MLB impacting the fantasy game. Then we overview the baseball card market for players that could likely play major roles in the Playoffs and those likely to be posted from Japan.
                                                    
                                                    You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                    
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                                                    Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                    
                                                    • Cal Raleigh sets single-season HR record for switch-hitters
                                                    • Trey Yesavage called up in Toronto, brilliant in debut
                                                    • San Francisco promotes Bryce Eldridge
                                                    • Tarik Skubal leaves start with left side tightness, apparently okay
                                                    • Yordan Alvarez suffers “pretty significant” ankle sprain crossing home
                                                    • Dodgers shelf Will Smith due to hand contusion
                                                    • Zach Neto lands on IL with hand strain, likely done for year
                                                    • Anthony Volpe has been playing through partial labrum tear
                                                    • Masyn Winn shut down, undergoing knee surgery
                                                    • Jarlin Susana undergoes lat surgery
                                                    Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                    
                                                    • 9/24: 2025 Bowman Chrome
                                                    • 10/1: 2025 Panini Three And Two
                                                    • 11/5: 2025 Panini Select Baseball
                                                    CARDS DISCUSSION (37:40)
                                                    
                                                    Postseason...]]>4942baseball,card,collecting,fantasy,mariners,mlb,murakami,npb,postseason,prospects,raleigh,sports,topps,yesavagefalse1108fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-107-mock-2026-first-round-draft--67719864Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer discuss the latest news and happenings in MLB impacting the fantasy game. Then we do a too-early mock draft the first 12 picks for 2026 to see what insights might be gained on how the fantasy landscape is shaping up.
                                                    
                                                    You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                    
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                                                    Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                    • Kyle Tucker finally lands on IL with calf issue
                                                    • Cubs also put Daniel Palencia on IL due to shoulder
                                                    • Phillies lose Trea Turner and Alec Bohm to injuries
                                                    • Bo Bichette placed on IL with knee sprain
                                                    • Red Sox shelf Dustin May, promote Connelly Early, who dazzles in debut
                                                    • Sean Murphy set for hip labrum surgery
                                                    • Seth Lugo down with back issue
                                                    • Detroit adds Kyle Finnegan to IL with abductor strain
                                                    Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                    • 9/10: 2025 Topps Tier One
                                                    • 9/12: 2025 Panini Prizm
                                                    • 9/17: 2025 Panini Three And Two
                                                    • 9/24: 2025 Bowman Chrome
                                                    CATEGORIES DISCUSSION (35:30)
                                                    
                                                    Mock 2026 First Round Draft
                                                    • 1 - Shohei Ohtani
                                                    • 2 - Bobby Witt Jr
                                                    • 3 - Aaron Judge
                                                    • 4 - Juan Soto
                                                    • 5 - Elly De La Cruz
                                                    • 6 - Jose Ramirez
                                                    • 7 - Corbin Carroll
                                                    • 8 - Julio Rodriguez
                                                    • 9 - Kyle Tucker
                                                    • 10 - Tarik Skubal
                                                    • 11 - Cal Raleigh
                                                    • 12 - Francisco Lindor
                                                    ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67719864Thu, 11 Sep 2025 13:37:34 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 107th episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ discuss the latest news and happenings in MLB impacting the fantasy game. Then we do a too-early mock draft the first 12 picks for 2026 to see...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer discuss the latest news and happenings in MLB impacting the fantasy game. Then we do a too-early mock draft the first 12 picks for 2026 to see what insights might be gained on how the fantasy landscape is shaping up.
                                                    
                                                    You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                    
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                                                    Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                    • Kyle Tucker finally lands on IL with calf issue
                                                    • Cubs also put Daniel Palencia on IL due to shoulder
                                                    • Phillies lose Trea Turner and Alec Bohm to injuries
                                                    • Bo Bichette placed on IL with knee sprain
                                                    • Red Sox shelf Dustin May, promote Connelly Early, who dazzles in debut
                                                    • Sean Murphy set for hip labrum surgery
                                                    • Seth Lugo down with back issue
                                                    • Detroit adds Kyle Finnegan to IL with abductor strain
                                                    Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                    • 9/10: 2025 Topps Tier One
                                                    • 9/12: 2025 Panini Prizm
                                                    • 9/17: 2025 Panini Three And Two
                                                    • 9/24: 2025 Bowman Chrome
                                                    CATEGORIES DISCUSSION (35:30)
                                                    
                                                    Mock 2026 First Round Draft
                                                    • 1 - Shohei Ohtani
                                                    • 2 - Bobby Witt Jr
                                                    • 3 - Aaron Judge
                                                    • 4 - Juan Soto
                                                    • 5 - Elly De La Cruz
                                                    • 6 - Jose Ramirez
                                                    • 7 - Corbin Carroll
                                                    • 8 - Julio Rodriguez
                                                    • 9 - Kyle Tucker
                                                    • 10 - Tarik Skubal
                                                    • 11 - Cal Raleigh
                                                    • 12 - Francisco Lindor
                                                    ]]>4677baseball,bigdumper,cards,collecting,cubs,dodgers,early,fantasy,judge,mariners,mlb,ohtani,razzball,sports,yankeesfalse1107fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-106-august-player-of-the-month-pc--67645381Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer discuss the latest news and happenings in MLB impacting the fantasy game, including the September 1st callups, along with updates on new baseball card releases. Then we pick cards to induct into our Pod PC for the MLB August Players of the Month.
                                                    
                                                    You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                    
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                                                    Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                    
                                                    • September callups, as rosters move from 26 to 28 active players
                                                    • Payton Tolle debuts in Boston
                                                    • Brandon Sproat set for MLB debut
                                                    • Cardinals promote Jimmy Crooks
                                                    • Roman Anthony down with oblique strain
                                                    • Bad appendix claims rest of Corey Seager’s season?
                                                    • Lourdes Gurriel Jr. suffers ACL tear
                                                    • Trevor Megill down with flexor strain, Abner Uribe steps into closer role
                                                    • Randy Rodriguez slated for Tommy John
                                                    • Ha-Seong Kim joins Atlanta, reunites with best bud Jurickson Profar
                                                    Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                    
                                                    • 9/5: 2025 Panini Impeccable
                                                    • 9/10: 2025 Topps Tier One
                                                    • 9/12: 2025 Panini Prizm
                                                    • 9/17: 2025 Panini Three And Two
                                                    • 9/24: 2025 Bowman Chrome
                                                    CARDS DISCUSSION (42:22)
                                                    
                                                    August POTM PC (link to Razzball post)
                                                    
                                                    • Link to announcement of winners
                                                    • C&C Pod PC list
                                                    • Shea Langeliers
                                                      • J: 2019 Leaf Trinity #PA-SL Patch Auto RC
                                                      • M: 2023 Topps Cosmic Chrome #51 RC green space dust refractor #/75
                                                    • Brice Turang
                                                      • J: 2025 Milwaukee Brewers Police "1st Edition" Baseball Card #6
                                                      • M: 2025 Topps Archives Signature Series 1/1 auto - 2023 Topps Finest #43 refractor
                                                    • Trevor Rogers
                                                      • J: 2018 Choice Greensboro Grasshoppers
                                                      • M: 2024 Topps Chrome Update #USC16 negative refractor
                                                    • Freddy Peralta
                                                      • J: 2025 Topps Series 2 In The Name Relic Card 1/1 Game Worn
                                                      • M: 2016 Midwest League All-Stars Choice #66
                                                    • Roman Anthony
                                                      • J: 2023 Bowman Chrome Auto /5 Red Refractor
                                                      • M: 2024 Panini National Treasures PMS-RA jumbo patch auto #/10
                                                    • Jakob Marsee
                                                      • J: 2022 Bowman Draft Chrome Auto 1st Printing Plate 1/1 Cyan
                                                      • M: 2025 Topps Now #556 Call Up orange parallel #/25
                                                    ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67645381Fri, 05 Sep 2025 15:29:30 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 106th episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ discuss the latest news and happenings in MLB impacting the fantasy game, including the September 1st callups, along with updates on new...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer discuss the latest news and happenings in MLB impacting the fantasy game, including the September 1st callups, along with updates on new baseball card releases. Then we pick cards to induct into our Pod PC for the MLB August Players of the Month.
                                                    
                                                    You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                    
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                                                    Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                    
                                                    • September callups, as rosters move from 26 to 28 active players
                                                    • Payton Tolle debuts in Boston
                                                    • Brandon Sproat set for MLB debut
                                                    • Cardinals promote Jimmy Crooks
                                                    • Roman Anthony down with oblique strain
                                                    • Bad appendix claims rest of Corey Seager’s season?
                                                    • Lourdes Gurriel Jr. suffers ACL tear
                                                    • Trevor Megill down with flexor strain, Abner Uribe steps into closer role
                                                    • Randy Rodriguez slated for Tommy John
                                                    • Ha-Seong Kim joins Atlanta, reunites with best bud Jurickson Profar
                                                    Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                    
                                                    • 9/5: 2025 Panini Impeccable
                                                    • 9/10: 2025 Topps Tier One
                                                    • 9/12: 2025 Panini Prizm
                                                    • 9/17: 2025 Panini Three...]]>4898anthony,baseball,boston,bowman,brewers,cards,collecting,fantasy,leaf,marsee,mets,mlb,panini,razzball,sproat,tolle,toppsfalse1106fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-105-prospect-stashes--67542327Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer discuss the latest news and happenings in MLB impacting the fantasy game along with updates on new baseball card releases. Then we overview how to stash prospects for keeper leagues along with some high-impact targets.
                                                      
                                                      You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                      
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                                                      Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                      
                                                      • Kyle Tucker has been battling a hand fracture
                                                      • Marcus Semien lands on IL for second time in his career with foot fracture
                                                      • Ankle sprain forces Jackson Merrill to the IL
                                                      • Jordan Westburg hits IL with ankle issue
                                                      • Zack Wheeler set for thoracic outlet syndrome surgery after clearing blood clot
                                                      • Nathan Eovaldi’s season likely over with rotator cuff strain
                                                      • Shane Bieber returns, looks fantastic
                                                      • Yordan Alvarez finally back from hand injury
                                                      • Kyle Bradish back on mound for Baltimore
                                                      • Bubba Chandler finally promoted in Pittsburgh
                                                      • Mets promoting Jonah Tong for his debut
                                                      • Rays call up Carson Williams
                                                      • Samuel Basallo inks extension with the O’s
                                                      Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                      
                                                      • 8/27: 2025 Topps Chrome Logofractor
                                                      • 8/27: 2025 Topps Chrome Sapphire
                                                      • 8/27: 2025 Panini Boys Of Summer
                                                      • 8/29: 2025 Panini Impeccable
                                                      • 9/10: 2025 Bowman Chrome
                                                      • 9/17: 2025 Topps Tier One
                                                      • 9/17: 2025 Panini Three And Two
                                                      CATEGORIES DISCUSSION (55:29)
                                                      
                                                      Prospect Stashes
                                                      
                                                      • Edward Florentino, 1B/OF, PIT, Single-A
                                                      • Eduardo Quintero, OF, LAD, High-A
                                                      • Jhonny Level, SS, SFG, Single-A
                                                      • Caleb Bonemer SS, CHW, High-A
                                                      • Jojo Parker, SS, TOR, Complex 
                                                      • Jaxon Wiggins, SP, CHC, Double-A
                                                      • Owen Murphy, SP, ATL, High-A
                                                      ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67542327Thu, 28 Aug 2025 14:10:51 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 105th episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ discuss the latest news and happenings in MLB impacting the fantasy game along with updates on new baseball card releases. Then we overview how...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer discuss the latest news and happenings in MLB impacting the fantasy game along with updates on new baseball card releases. Then we overview how to stash prospects for keeper leagues along with some high-impact targets.
                                                      
                                                      You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                      
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                                                      Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                      
                                                      • Kyle Tucker has been battling a hand fracture
                                                      • Marcus Semien lands on IL for second time in his career with foot fracture
                                                      • Ankle sprain forces Jackson Merrill to the IL
                                                      • Jordan Westburg hits IL with ankle issue
                                                      • Zack Wheeler set for thoracic outlet syndrome surgery after clearing blood clot
                                                      • Nathan Eovaldi’s season likely over with rotator cuff strain
                                                      • Shane Bieber returns, looks fantastic
                                                      • Yordan Alvarez finally back from hand injury
                                                      • Kyle Bradish back on mound for Baltimore
                                                      • Bubba Chandler finally promoted in Pittsburgh
                                                      • Mets promoting Jonah Tong for his debut
                                                      • 5128basallo,baseball,bieber,cards,cubs,dynasty,fantasy,keeper,mlb,orioles,prospects,razzball,topps,tucker,wheeler,yordanfalse1105fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-104-first-pitch-arizona-overview-with-brent-hershey--67462352Mike Couillard is joined by Brent Hershey (@brenthershey.bsky.social‬) of BaseballHQ (@baseballhq.com) to talk about First Pitch Arizona, an annual fantasy baseball conference that happens each year at the Arizona Fall League.
                                                        
                                                        You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                        
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                                                        Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                        
                                                        • All the details on 2025 First Pitch Arizona from Nov. 6-9 at the Sheraton Wrigleyville in Mesa
                                                        • Zack Wheeler undergoes procedure for blood clot in shoulder, timeline for return TBD
                                                        • Shane Bieber is set for activation from elbow injury on Friday
                                                        • Orioles promote two of their top prospects, Samuel Basallo and Dylan Beavers
                                                        • Kyle Stowers suffers oblique strain, set to miss several weeks
                                                        ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67462352Thu, 21 Aug 2025 01:40:55 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 104th episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ is joined by Brent Hershey (https://bsky.app/profile/brenthershey.bsky.social) of BaseballHQ (https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:efxzpcwctvqu7gilescuqmcg) to talk about First Pitch Arizona, an...Mike Couillard is joined by Brent Hershey (@brenthershey.bsky.social‬) of BaseballHQ (@baseballhq.com) to talk about First Pitch Arizona, an annual fantasy baseball conference that happens each year at the Arizona Fall League.
                                                        
                                                        You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                        
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                                                        Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                        
                                                        • All the details on 2025 First Pitch Arizona from Nov. 6-9 at the Sheraton Wrigleyville in Mesa
                                                        • Zack Wheeler undergoes procedure for blood clot in shoulder, timeline for return TBD
                                                        • Shane Bieber is set for activation from elbow injury on Friday
                                                        • Orioles promote two of their top prospects, Samuel Basallo and Dylan Beavers
                                                        • Kyle Stowers suffers oblique strain, set to miss several weeks
                                                        ]]>3506basallo,baseball,baseballhq,beavers,bieber,bluejays,cards,collecting,fallleague,fantasy,fpaz,marlins,mlb,orioles,phillies,razzball,stowers,wheelerfalse1104fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-103-prospect-savant-overview-with-duke-hill--67368390Mike Couillard is joined by Duke Hill (@oriolebird.bsky.social), creator of Prospect Savant (@prospectsavant.bsky.social) to talk about all things about his site - how to use it for fantasy and card collecting scouting, neat features, and much more!
                                                        
                                                        You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                        
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                                                        Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                        
                                                        • Prospect Savant Leaderboards
                                                        • Prospect Savant Trending Players
                                                        • Roman Anthony signs extension with Red Sox
                                                        • Josh Hader nursing shoulder strain, lands on IL
                                                        • Felix Bautista and Zach Eflin shelved for remainder of 2025
                                                        • Shane McClanahan has season-ending and career-threatening surgery for nerve issue
                                                        ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67368390Thu, 14 Aug 2025 15:12:22 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 103rd episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ is joined by Duke Hill (https://bsky.app/profile/oriolebird.bsky.social), creator of Prospect Savant (https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:bskurcqnahs6i3fdm5hdefn6) to talk about all things...Mike Couillard is joined by Duke Hill (@oriolebird.bsky.social), creator of Prospect Savant (@prospectsavant.bsky.social) to talk about all things about his site - how to use it for fantasy and card collecting scouting, neat features, and much more!
                                                        
                                                        You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                        
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                                                        Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                        
                                                        • Prospect Savant Leaderboards
                                                        • Prospect Savant Trending Players
                                                        • Roman Anthony signs extension with Red Sox
                                                        • Josh Hader nursing shoulder strain, lands on IL
                                                        • Felix Bautista and Zach Eflin shelved for remainder of 2025
                                                        • Shane McClanahan has season-ending and career-threatening surgery for nerve issue
                                                        ]]>3837anthony,baseball,bautista,boston,cards,collecting,dynasty,fantasy,misiorowski,mlb,orioles,prospects,rays,razzball,romany,sportsfalse1103fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-102-deadline-roundup-july-potm-pc--67285134Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer discuss the how the trade deadline has impacted the fantasy futures of players dealt along with those stepping into new roles before diving into the standard injury and callup news and notes. Then we make select cards to enter the pod PC for the July Players of the Month.
                                                        
                                                        You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                        
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                                                        Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                        
                                                        TRADE DEADLINE FALLOUT
                                                        
                                                        • All of the trades around the 2025 deadline
                                                        • MLBTR’s trade tracker by team
                                                        • Biggest trades discussed:
                                                          • Carlos Correa shipped back to Houston
                                                          • Eugenio Suarez rejoins the M’s
                                                          • Padres acquire Mason Miller and JP Sears for package that includes Leo De Vries
                                                          • Padres also add Ramon Laureano and Ryan O’Hearn
                                                          • Rangers acquire Merrill Kelly
                                                          • Blue Jays add Shane Bieber
                                                          • Mets trade for Cedric Mullins
                                                        • Risers
                                                          • Jesus Sanchez & Jakob Marsee
                                                          • New closers (Jose Ferrer, JoJo Romero, Randy Rodriguez, Dennis Santana)
                                                          • Kyle Finnegan
                                                          • Freddy Fermin
                                                          • Khal Stephen
                                                          • Dylan Beavers
                                                        • Fallers
                                                          • Eugenio Suarez
                                                          • Old closers (David Bednar, Camilo Doval, Ryan Helsley, Mason Miller)
                                                          • Incumbent closers losing role (Will Vest)
                                                          • Former starting-ish bats heading to part-time roles (Willi Castro, Jose Caballero, Will Wagner)
                                                          • Gavin Sheets
                                                        News & Notes Discussion (1:02:45)
                                                        
                                                        • A tibia contusion shelves Jacob Misiorowski
                                                        • Jackson Chourio heads to IL with hamstring strain
                                                        • Jonathan Aranda breaks wrist on collision in the field, possibly done for season
                                                        • Grayson Rodriguez undergoing elbow debridement surgery
                                                        • Austin Riley returns to IL with same abdominal injury from last month
                                                        • Michael Soroka leaves first Cubs start with bum shoulder, lands on IL
                                                        • Right ankle sprain sends Tommy Edman to IL
                                                        • C.J. Kayfus promoted to the big leagues
                                                        • Contentious meeting in Phillies clubhouse between players and Rob Manfred sets stage for labor negotiations
                                                        • Topps officially will allow Chrome Update cards for the MVP Buyback program
                                                        Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                        
                                                        • 8/6: 2025 Topps Archives Signature Series Active Players Edition
                                                        • 8/12: 2025 Topps Finest
                                                        • 8/13: 2025 Panini Prizm
                                                        • 8/15: 2025 Panini Boys Of Summer
                                                        • 8/29: 2025 Panini Impeccable
                                                        CARDS DISCUSSION (1:44:10)
                                                        
                                                        July POTM PC (link to Razzball post)
                                                        
                                                        • MLB article on July’s winners
                                                        • C&C Pod PC list
                                                        • Nick Kurtz
                                                          • J: 2025 Choice Las Vegas Aviators
                                                          • M: 2025 Topps Now #464
                                                        • Kyle Stowers
                                                          • J: 2025 Topps Series 2 Golden Mirror Image Variation #399 
                                                          • M: 2025 Topps Now #ODB14 Road To Opening Day Bonus
                                                        • Nathan Eovaldi
                                                          • J: 2024 Topps Chrome Sapphire Red /5 #258 
                                                          • M: 2011 Bowman Chrome #BCP165 first auto
                                                        • Paul Skenes
                                                          • J: 2023 Bowman Draft Mood Ring #MR-1
                                                          • M: 2024 Bowman Spotlights #BS1 gold refractor #/50
                                                        • Isaac Collins
                                                          • J: 2025 Topps Chrome #92 Frozen Fractor -1/0
                                                          • M: 2021 Choice Spokane Indians Isaac Collins
                                                        ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67285134Thu, 07 Aug 2025 14:53:07 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 102nd episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ discuss the how the trade deadline has impacted the fantasy futures of players dealt along with those stepping into new roles before diving into...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer discuss the how the trade deadline has impacted the fantasy futures of players dealt along with those stepping into new roles before diving into the standard injury and callup news and notes. Then we make select cards to enter the pod PC for the July Players of the Month.
                                                        
                                                        You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                        
                                                        We have Cards & Categories swag for purchase here!
                                                        
                                                        Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                        
                                                        TRADE DEADLINE FALLOUT
                                                        
                                                        • All of the trades around the 2025 deadline
                                                        • MLBTR’s trade tracker by team
                                                        • Biggest trades discussed:
                                                          • Carlos Correa shipped back to Houston
                                                          • Eugenio Suarez rejoins the M’s
                                                          • Padres acquire Mason Miller and JP Sears for package that includes Leo De Vries
                                                          • Padres also add Ramon Laureano and Ryan O’Hearn
                                                          • Rangers acquire Merrill Kelly
                                                          • Blue Jays add Shane Bieber
                                                          • Mets trade for Cedric Mullins
                                                        • Risers
                                                          • Jesus Sanchez & Jakob Marsee
                                                          • New closers (Jose Ferrer, JoJo Romero, Randy Rodriguez, Dennis Santana)
                                                          • Kyle Finnegan
                                                          • Freddy Fermin
                                                          • Khal Stephen
                                                          • Dylan Beavers
                                                        • Fallers
                                                          • Eugenio Suarez
                                                          • Old closers (David Bednar, Camilo Doval, Ryan Helsley, Mason Miller)
                                                          • Incumbent closers losing role (Will Vest)
                                                          • Former starting-ish bats heading to part-time roles (Willi Castro, Jose Caballero, Will Wagner)
                                                          • Gavin Sheets
                                                        News & Notes Discussion (1:02:45)
                                                        
                                                        • A tibia contusion shelves Jacob Misiorowski
                                                        • Jackson Chourio heads to IL with hamstring strain
                                                        • 8354baseball,brewers,cards,collecting,deadline,eovaldi,fantasy,kurtz,mariners,marlins,mlb,orioles,padres,preller,razzball,skenes,stowers,suarez,topps,tradefalse1102fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-101-wave-one-of-the-deadline--67201761Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer discuss the avalanche of latest baseball news and its impacts on the fantasy realm including Emmanuel Clase's suspension, callups, injuries, and trades (up through mid-evening of July 30, aka before the Eugenio Suarez deal) before memorializing Ryne Sandberg.
                                                          
                                                          You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                          
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                                                          Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                          
                                                          • Emmanuel Clase wrapped up in sports-betting investigation
                                                          • Videos of Clase first pitches this season
                                                          • Josh Naylor lands in Seattle
                                                          • Cards send Ryan Helsley to Mets for package that includes Jesus Baez
                                                          • Jhoan Duran joins the Phillies in exchange for Mick Abel
                                                          • Ryan McMahon dealt to the Yankees
                                                          • Reds deal for Ke’Bryan Hayes
                                                          • Rays shuffle catchers, send Danny Jansen to Milwaukee, acquire Nick Fortes
                                                          • Dodgers promote shortstop Alex Freeland
                                                          • Carson Whisenhunt makes big-league debut
                                                          • Aaron Judge lands on IL with flexor strain in right elbow
                                                          • Ronald Acua Jr suffers Achilles injury, placed on IL
                                                          • Jacob Wilson actually has fracture, hits IL
                                                          • Ribcage inflammation sends Byron Buxton to IL
                                                          • Kris Bubic shelved for rest of 2025 with rotator cuff strain
                                                          • Reese Olson done for season with shoulder strain, Tigers acquire Chris Paddack
                                                          • Atlanta adds Erick Fedde, puts Grant Holmes on the IL with elbow issue
                                                          • Cubs acquire Michael Soroka for a pair of minor leaguers
                                                          • Felix Bautista hits IL with shoulder issue
                                                          • Elbow inflammation sends Landen Roupp to IL
                                                          • Brandon Walter placed on IL with elbow inflammation
                                                          • Hamstring strain fells Jac Caglianone
                                                          • Alejandro Kirk placed on the concussion IL
                                                          • Travis Sykora slated for TJ surgery
                                                          • Ryne Sandberg passes away at the age of 65
                                                          Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                          
                                                          • 7/31: 2025 Topps Joy of Baseball
                                                          • 8/6: 2025 Topps Archives Signature Series Active Players Edition
                                                          • 8/8: 2025 Panini Boys Of Summer
                                                          • 8/12: 2025 Topps Finest
                                                          ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67201761Thu, 31 Jul 2025 13:35:34 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 101st episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ discuss the avalanche of latest baseball news and its impacts on the fantasy realm including Emmanuel Clase's suspension, callups, injuries, and...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer discuss the avalanche of latest baseball news and its impacts on the fantasy realm including Emmanuel Clase's suspension, callups, injuries, and trades (up through mid-evening of July 30, aka before the Eugenio Suarez deal) before memorializing Ryne Sandberg.
                                                          
                                                          You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                          
                                                          We have Cards & Categories swag for purchase here!
                                                          
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                                                          Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                          
                                                          • Emmanuel Clase wrapped up in sports-betting investigation
                                                          • Videos of Clase first pitches this season
                                                          • Josh Naylor lands in Seattle
                                                          • Cards send Ryan Helsley to Mets for package that includes Jesus Baez
                                                          • Jhoan Duran joins the Phillies in exchange for Mick Abel
                                                          • Ryan McMahon dealt to the Yankees
                                                          • Reds deal for Ke’Bryan Hayes
                                                          • Rays shuffle catchers, send Danny Jansen to Milwaukee, acquire Nick Fortes
                                                          • Dodgers promote shortstop Alex Freeland
                                                          • Carson Whisenhunt makes big-league debut
                                                          • Aaron Judge lands on IL with flexor strain in right elbow
                                                          • Ronald Acua Jr suffers Achilles injury, placed on IL
                                                          • 6364acuna,baseball,cards,clase,deadline,dodgers,duran,fantasy,freeland,guardians,judge,mcmahon,mlb,ohtani,phillies,razzball,sandberg,sykora,trade,yankeesfalse1101fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-100-keeping-it-100--67100078Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by discussing the the latest MLB injuries and transactions impacting fantasy teams. Then we discuss hitters we expect to be in the Top 100 in 2026 before making pod PC selections for our 100th episode.
                                                            
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                                                            Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                            
                                                            • Rich Hill notches his 14th team played for, entering Immaculate Grid legendary status
                                                            • Isaac Paredes’ hamstring injury is “pretty significant”
                                                            • Brandon Lowe activated from IL then returns to it with left ankle tendinitis
                                                            • Grayson Rodriguez has new elbow soreness, getting further evaluation
                                                            • Alec Bohm suffers fractured rib 
                                                            • Jake Bauers hits IL, opening path for Andrew Vaughn in Milwaukee
                                                            • Hamstring injury fells Sal Frelick
                                                            • White Sox place Shane Smith on IL with ankle injury
                                                            • Dodgers place Tanner Scott on IL with elbow inflammation
                                                            • Phillies ink 40-year-old David Robertson
                                                            • Cardinals finally put Erick Fedde out to pasture, cementing the Michael McGreevy era
                                                            • Tigers set to promote Troy Melton for big league debut
                                                            Categories Discussion (1:01:00)
                                                            
                                                            Players We Expect to Crack Top 100 in 2026
                                                            
                                                            • Luke Keaschall
                                                            • Cam Smith
                                                            • Jordan Westburg
                                                            • Jasson Dominguez
                                                            • Ha-Seong Kim
                                                            • Drake Baldwin
                                                            Cards Discussion (1:26:15) (link to related Razzball post)
                                                            
                                                            Our Favorite “100” Cards
                                                            
                                                            • Pod PC list
                                                            • J: 2011 Topps Platinum Anniversary #100 Albert Pujols
                                                            • M: 2022 Topps Update #US100 Bobby Witt Jr. blue parallel
                                                            • J: 1949 Bowman #100 Gil Hodges Rookie Card
                                                            • M: 1925 Holland Creameries Washington Senators #16 Roger Peckinpaugh
                                                            ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67100078Thu, 24 Jul 2025 14:11:01 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 100th episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ open by discussing the the latest MLB injuries and transactions impacting fantasy teams. Then we discuss hitters we expect to be in the Top 100...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by discussing the the latest MLB injuries and transactions impacting fantasy teams. Then we discuss hitters we expect to be in the Top 100 in 2026 before making pod PC selections for our 100th episode.
                                                            
                                                            You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                            
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                                                            Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                            
                                                            • Rich Hill notches his 14th team played for, entering Immaculate Grid legendary status
                                                            • Isaac Paredes’ hamstring injury is “pretty significant”
                                                            • Brandon Lowe activated from IL then returns to it with left ankle tendinitis
                                                            • Grayson Rodriguez has new elbow soreness, getting further evaluation
                                                            • Alec Bohm suffers fractured rib 
                                                            • Jake Bauers hits IL, opening path for Andrew Vaughn in Milwaukee
                                                            • Hamstring injury fells Sal Frelick
                                                            • White Sox place Shane Smith on IL with ankle injury
                                                            • Dodgers place Tanner Scott on IL with elbow inflammation
                                                            • Phillies ink 40-year-old David Robertson
                                                            • Cardinals finally put Erick Fedde out to pasture, cementing the Michael McGreevy era
                                                            • Tigers set to promote Troy Melton for big league debut
                                                            Categories Discussion (1:01:00)6693100,astros,baseball,bobby,brewers,cards,collecting,dodgers,fantasy,hill,mlb,paredes,peckinpaugh,pujols,razzball,rich,roger,sports,topps,wittfalse1100fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-99-schwarbombs-and-topps-chrome-release--67009382Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by discussing the All-Star happenings along with the latest MLB injuries and transactions. Then we overview the upcoming release of 2025 Topps Chrome, hitting shelves everywhere on July 23.
                                                            
                                                            You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                            
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                                                            Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                            
                                                            • All-Star Game ends in first-ever swing-off, Schwarber launches three long balls to win game and MVP
                                                            • Big Dumper takes home the 2025 Home Run Derby crown
                                                            • 2025 MLB Draft, Eli Willits taken first overall by the Nationals
                                                            • Astros promote Brice Matthews to the big leagues
                                                            • Rafael Devers has been battling a lower back disc injury
                                                            • Strained abdomen fells Austin Riley
                                                            • Brandon Lowe makes annual trip to IL for an oblique injury
                                                            • Lars Nootbaar hits IL with intercostal strain
                                                            • Michael Lorenzen placed on IL with oblique issue
                                                            Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                            
                                                            • 7/16: 2025 Panini Impeccable
                                                            • 7/23: 2025 Topps Chrome
                                                            • 8/6: 2025 Topps Archives Signature Series Active Players Edition
                                                            • 8/8: 2025 Panini Boys Of Summer
                                                            • 8/12: 2025 Topps Finest
                                                            Cards Discussion (47:58)
                                                            
                                                            2025 Topps Chrome Preview (link to Razzball post)
                                                            
                                                            • Beckett checklist and preview
                                                            • Chasing Majors checklist with odds
                                                            • Topps Ripped checklist spotlight
                                                            ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67009382Thu, 17 Jul 2025 13:12:32 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 99th episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ open by discussing the All-Star happenings along with the latest MLB injuries and transactions. Then we overview the upcoming release of 2025...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by discussing the All-Star happenings along with the latest MLB injuries and transactions. Then we overview the upcoming release of 2025 Topps Chrome, hitting shelves everywhere on July 23.
                                                            
                                                            You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                            
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                                                            Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                            
                                                            • All-Star Game ends in first-ever swing-off, Schwarber launches three long balls to win game and MVP
                                                            • Big Dumper takes home the 2025 Home Run Derby crown
                                                            • 2025 MLB Draft, Eli Willits taken first overall by the Nationals
                                                            • Astros promote Brice Matthews to the big leagues
                                                            • Rafael Devers has been battling a lower back disc injury
                                                            • Strained abdomen fells Austin Riley
                                                            • Brandon Lowe makes annual trip to IL for an oblique injury
                                                            • Lars Nootbaar hits IL with intercostal strain
                                                            • Michael Lorenzen placed on IL with oblique issue
                                                            Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                            
                                                            • 7/16: 2025 Panini Impeccable
                                                            • 7/23: 2025 Topps Chrome
                                                            • 8/6: 2025 Topps Archives Signature Series Active Players Edition
                                                            • 8/8: 2025 Panini Boys Of Summer
                                                            • 8/12: 2025 Topps Finest
                                                            Cards Discussion (47:58)
                                                            
                                                            2025 Topps Chrome Preview (link to Razzball post)
                                                            
                                                            • Beckett checklist and preview
                                                            • 5190al,all-star,baseball,cal,cardinals,cards,chrome,draft,fantasy,mlb,nationals,nl,parallel,raleigh,refractor,roki,sasaki,schwarber,topps,willitsfalse199fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-98-june-players-of-the-month-pc--66926748Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by discussing the All-Star rosters along with the latest MLB injuries and transactions. Then we review the June Players of the Month and make selections for each player to induct into the pod PC.
                                                              
                                                              You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                              
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                                                              Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                              
                                                              • All-Star teams are announced
                                                              • Nationals clean house, fire Mike Rizzo and Dave Martinez
                                                              • Clarke Schmidt slated for Tommy John surgery, Cam Schlittler set to debut in his stead
                                                              • Rhys Hoskins suffers UCL sprain in thumb, Andrew Vaughn playing first in Milwaukee
                                                              • D-backs lose another closer, Shelby Miller shelved with forearm strain
                                                              • Blue Jays place Andres Gimenez on IL, promote Joey Loperfido
                                                              • Max Muncy injuries knee, set to miss six weeks
                                                              • Colson Montgomery joins the White Sox
                                                              • Zack Gelof returns for A’s as Luis Urias hits IL
                                                              Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                              
                                                              • 7/16: 2025 Panini Impeccable
                                                              • 7/23: 2025 Topps Chrome
                                                              • 8/6: 2025 Topps Archives Signature Series Active Players Edition
                                                              • 8/8: 2025 Panini Boys Of Summer
                                                              Cards Discussion (43:00)
                                                              
                                                              JUNE POTM PC (link to post on Razzball)
                                                              
                                                              • Article on June 2025 MLB Players of the Month
                                                              • C&C Pod PC list
                                                              • Cal Raleigh
                                                                • J: 2022 Panini National Treasures Cut Material Signatures Cal Raleigh “Big Dumper” /49
                                                                • M: 2022 Topps Chrome #RA-CR aqua wave refractor rookie auto #/199
                                                              • Juan Soto
                                                                • J: 2020 Topps Stadium Club Chrome Refractor #104 “Soto Shuffle”
                                                                • M: 2025 Topps Heritage #ROA-JSO Real One Autograph
                                                              • Hunter Brown
                                                                • J: 2023 Topps Update All Aces Rookie Auto # /25
                                                                • M: 2019 Choice Tri-City ValleyCats #3
                                                              • Zack Wheeler
                                                                • J: 2024 Five Star Patch Auto /10
                                                                • M: 2025 Topps Tribute #PPA-ZW Prime Patch auto relic 5/10
                                                              • Nick Kurtz
                                                                • J: 2024 Bowman Chrome Sapphire 1st Prospects Green Auto /99
                                                                • M: 2018 Panini Stars & Stripes USA Baseball - USA BB Silhouettes Signatures Jerseys Prime #131
                                                              • Jacob Misiorowski
                                                                • J: 2024 Panini Flawless /25 Prominent Swatch Auto On-Card
                                                                • M: 2022 Bowman Draft Chrome Auto #CDA-JMI blue wave refractor #/150
                                                              ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66926748Thu, 10 Jul 2025 13:57:21 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 98th episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ open by discussing the All-Star rosters along with the latest MLB injuries and transactions. Then we review the June Players of the Month and...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by discussing the All-Star rosters along with the latest MLB injuries and transactions. Then we review the June Players of the Month and make selections for each player to induct into the pod PC.
                                                              
                                                              You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                              
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                                                              Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                              
                                                              • All-Star teams are announced
                                                              • Nationals clean house, fire Mike Rizzo and Dave Martinez
                                                              • Clarke Schmidt slated for Tommy John surgery, Cam Schlittler set to debut in his stead
                                                              • Rhys Hoskins suffers UCL sprain in thumb, Andrew Vaughn playing first in Milwaukee
                                                              • D-backs lose another closer, Shelby Miller shelved with forearm strain
                                                              • Blue Jays place Andres Gimenez on IL, promote Joey Loperfido
                                                              • Max Muncy injuries knee, set to miss six weeks
                                                              • Colson Montgomery joins the White Sox
                                                              • Zack Gelof returns for A’s as Luis Urias hits IL
                                                              Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                              
                                                              • 7/16: 2025 Panini Impeccable
                                                              • 7/23: 2025 Topps Chrome
                                                              • 8/6: 2025 Topps Archives Signature Series Active Players Edition
                                                              • 8/8: 2025 Panini Boys Of Summer
                                                              Cards Discussion (43:00)
                                                              
                                                              JUNE POTM PC (link to post on Razzball)
                                                              
                                                              • Article on June 2025 MLB Players of...]]>5220astros,baseball,cal,cards,collecting,fantasy,kurtz,mariners,mets,misiorowski,mlb,phillies,raleigh,razzball,schlittler,soto,sports,topps,wheeler,yankeesfalse198fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-97-hitting-category-helpers--66851503Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by trying to determine what on earth is happening with the medical staff in Houston along with other transactions, including the call-up of Mike's favorite, Yanquiel Fernandez. Then we discuss players that can help in specific categorical needs for grinding out roto points down the stretch.
                                                                
                                                                You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                
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                                                                Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                
                                                                • Astros shut down Yordan Alvarez, who suffers setback with hand injury
                                                                • Jeremy Pena is the latest in Houston to be initially misdiagnosed, lands on IL with rib fracture
                                                                • Spencer Schwellenbach down with broken elbow 
                                                                • Tyler Mahle’s shoulder injury keeping him shelved through July
                                                                • Griffin Canning ruptures his left Achilles
                                                                • Kerry Carpenter shelved with hammy injury
                                                                • White Sox place Luis Robert Jr. on IL
                                                                • Hamstring injury bites Jordan Lawler, set to miss weeks
                                                                • Rockies DFA Sam Hilliard, Yanquiel Fernandez set to debut
                                                                • Atlanta cuts Alex Verdugo, adds Jurickson Profar to roster
                                                                • Rangers demote Josh Jung, activate Jake Burger
                                                                • A’s promote Colby Thomas to big leagues
                                                                • Dave Parker passes away at 74
                                                                Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                                
                                                                • 7/16: 2025 Panini Impeccable
                                                                • 7/23: 2025 Topps Chrome
                                                                • 8/8: 2025 Panini Boys Of Summer
                                                                Categories Discussion (52:22)
                                                                
                                                                Hitting Category Helpers
                                                                
                                                                • Home runs
                                                                  • J: Austin Hays
                                                                  • M: Michael Toglia
                                                                • RBI
                                                                  • J: Alec Burleson
                                                                  • M: Brent Rooker
                                                                • Steals
                                                                  • J: Trevor Story
                                                                  • M: Luis Rengifo
                                                                • Average
                                                                  • J: Bo Bichette
                                                                  • M: Jordan Beck
                                                                ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66851503Thu, 03 Jul 2025 15:46:06 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 97th episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ open by trying to determine what on earth is happening with the medical staff in Houston along with other transactions, including the call-up of...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by trying to determine what on earth is happening with the medical staff in Houston along with other transactions, including the call-up of Mike's favorite, Yanquiel Fernandez. Then we discuss players that can help in specific categorical needs for grinding out roto points down the stretch.
                                                                
                                                                You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                
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                                                                Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                
                                                                • Astros shut down Yordan Alvarez, who suffers setback with hand injury
                                                                • Jeremy Pena is the latest in Houston to be initially misdiagnosed, lands on IL with rib fracture
                                                                • Spencer Schwellenbach down with broken elbow 
                                                                • Tyler Mahle’s shoulder injury keeping him shelved through July
                                                                • Griffin Canning ruptures his left Achilles
                                                                • Kerry Carpenter shelved with hammy injury
                                                                • White Sox place Luis Robert Jr. on IL
                                                                • Hamstring injury bites Jordan Lawler, set to miss weeks
                                                                • Rockies DFA Sam Hilliard, Yanquiel Fernandez set to debut
                                                                • Atlanta cuts Alex Verdugo, adds Jurickson Profar to roster
                                                                • Rangers demote Josh Jung, activate Jake Burger
                                                                • A’s promote Colby Thomas to big...]]>5351alvarez,astros,atlanta,baseball,bichette,braves,cards,collecting,colorado,dave,fantasy,hitting,mlb,parker,pirates,razzball,rockies,roto,topps,yordanfalse197fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-96-prospects-we-love--66756670Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by discussing the latest wave of injuries hitting the player pool, including Corbin Carroll, and freshest callups, including Chase Burnes. Then we discuss prospects that have caught our eyes to acquire in both fantasy leagues and stash away in our card collections.
                                                                  
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                                                                  Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                  
                                                                  • Corbin Carroll lands on IL with chip fracture in wrist
                                                                  • Chris Sale suffers fracture in ribcage
                                                                  • Adley Rutschman tweaks oblique, hits IL
                                                                  • Cardinals place Ivan Herrera on IL with hamstring strain
                                                                  • Oblique strain puts Jake Burger on IL
                                                                  • Chase Burns makes MLB debut against the Yankees
                                                                  • Atlanta calls up 20-year-old Didier Fuentes
                                                                  • Kristian Campbell sent back to Triple-A
                                                                  • Francisco Alvarez demoted to Triple-A
                                                                  • Ben Brown optioned back to Iowa
                                                                  • Reds release Jeimer Candelario
                                                                  • Topps Chrome pre-orders are live on topps.com
                                                                  Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                                  
                                                                  • 6/27: 2024 Topps Dynasty
                                                                  • 7/16: 2025 Panini Impeccable
                                                                  • 7/23: 2025 Topps Chrome
                                                                  • 8/8: 2025 Panini Boys Of Summer
                                                                  Categories Discussion (46:46)
                                                                  
                                                                  Prospects We Love
                                                                  
                                                                  • AL East
                                                                    • J: Dylan Beavers
                                                                    • M: Cam Schlittler
                                                                  • AL Central
                                                                    • J: Noah Schultz
                                                                    • M: Dasan Hill
                                                                  • AL West
                                                                    • J: Colby Thomas
                                                                    • M: Ryan Sloan
                                                                  • NL East
                                                                    • J: Travis Sykora
                                                                    • M: Jett Williams
                                                                  • NL Central
                                                                    • J: JJ Wetherholt
                                                                    • M: Joshua Baez
                                                                  • NL West
                                                                    • J: Jordan Lawler
                                                                    • M: Ching-Hsien Ko
                                                                  ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66756670Thu, 26 Jun 2025 14:07:05 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 96th episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ open by discussing the latest wave of injuries hitting the player pool, including Corbin Carroll, and freshest callups, including Chase Burnes....Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by discussing the latest wave of injuries hitting the player pool, including Corbin Carroll, and freshest callups, including Chase Burnes. Then we discuss prospects that have caught our eyes to acquire in both fantasy leagues and stash away in our card collections.
                                                                  
                                                                  You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                  
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                                                                  Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                  
                                                                  • Corbin Carroll lands on IL with chip fracture in wrist
                                                                  • Chris Sale suffers fracture in ribcage
                                                                  • Adley Rutschman tweaks oblique, hits IL
                                                                  • Cardinals place Ivan Herrera on IL with hamstring strain
                                                                  • Oblique strain puts Jake Burger on IL
                                                                  • Chase Burns makes MLB debut against the Yankees
                                                                  • Atlanta calls up 20-year-old Didier Fuentes
                                                                  • Kristian Campbell sent back to Triple-A
                                                                  • Francisco Alvarez demoted to Triple-A
                                                                  • Ben Brown optioned back to Iowa
                                                                  • Reds release Jeimer Candelario
                                                                  • Topps Chrome pre-orders are live on topps.com
                                                                  Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                                  
                                                                  • 6/27: 2024 Topps Dynasty
                                                                  • 7/16: 2025 Panini Impeccable
                                                                  • 7/23: 2025 Topps Chrome
                                                                  • 8/8: 2025 Panini Boys Of...]]>5421baseball,braves,burns,cards,carroll,chase,chicago,cincinnati,collecting,corbin,cubs,dodgers,fantasy,lawler,mlb,prospects,reds,sale,sykora,toppsfalse196fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-95-may-players-of-the-month-pc--66602369Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by discussing the implications of the deal that sent Rafael Devers to San Francisco along with other news and notes from around MLB and card collecting. Then we review the May Players of the Month and make selections for each player to induct into the pod PC.
                                                                    
                                                                    You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                    
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                                                                    Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                    
                                                                    • Rafael Devers dealt to the Giants
                                                                    • Aaron Civale demands trade, swapped for Andrew Vaughn
                                                                    • Brady House promoted in Washington
                                                                    • Christian Moore called up
                                                                    • Cole Ragans seeking second opinion on shoulder
                                                                    • Roki Sasaki shut down indefinitely
                                                                    • Kodai Senga felled with hamstring injury
                                                                    • Tyler Mahle lands on IL, Kumar Rocker fills rotation spot
                                                                    • Giancarlo Stanton returns
                                                                    • Cardinals prank with fake cards, turned into 1/1 cards from 2025 Series 2
                                                                    Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                                    
                                                                    • 6/18: 2024 Topps Inception
                                                                    • 6/25: 2024 Topps Dynasty
                                                                    • 7/16: 2025 Panini Impeccable
                                                                    • 8/8: 2025 Panini Boys Of Summer
                                                                    Cards Discussion (54:18)
                                                                    
                                                                    MAY POTM PC (link to corresponding Razzball post)
                                                                    
                                                                    • Article on May 2025 MLB Players of the Month
                                                                    • C&C Pod PC list
                                                                    • Aaron Judge
                                                                      • J: 2024 Topps Chrome Sapphire Image Variation #99 SP New York Yankees
                                                                      • M: 2017 Topps Diamond Icons #PR-AJ Primary Pieces cleat relic #/10
                                                                    • Shohei Ohtani
                                                                      • J: 2018 Topps Inception Auto Patch Relic  RC #/99
                                                                      • M: 2023 Topps Series 1 #AA-11 All Aces insert
                                                                    • Kris Bubic
                                                                      • J: 2021 Topps Gold Label Framed Rookie Auto #FA-KB
                                                                      • M: 2021 Topps Finest Autographs #FA-KB blue refractor #/150
                                                                    • Robbie Ray
                                                                      • J: 2010 Bowman Chrome Refractor USA 1st Prospect Baseball Card #d /777
                                                                      • M: 2009 Upper Deck Signature Stars USA Future Watch #UFWA-37 auto relic #/899
                                                                    • Jacob Wilson
                                                                      • J: 2025 Bowman Chrome Rookie Red Logo 
                                                                      • M: 2025 Topps Series One #314 True Photo variation
                                                                    • Drake Baldwin
                                                                      • J: 2022 Bowman Chrome Draft Red Lava Refractor Auto /5
                                                                      • M: 2024 Bowman’s Best All-Star Futures Game Autograph Relic #FGAA-DB red parallel #/5
                                                                    ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66602369Wed, 18 Jun 2025 13:52:57 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 95th episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ open by discussing the implications of the deal that sent Rafael Devers to San Francisco along with other news and notes from around MLB and card...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by discussing the implications of the deal that sent Rafael Devers to San Francisco along with other news and notes from around MLB and card collecting. Then we review the May Players of the Month and make selections for each player to induct into the pod PC.
                                                                    
                                                                    You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                    
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                                                                    Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                    
                                                                    • Rafael Devers dealt to the Giants
                                                                    • Aaron Civale demands trade, swapped for Andrew Vaughn
                                                                    • Brady House promoted in Washington
                                                                    • Christian Moore called up
                                                                    • Cole Ragans seeking second opinion on shoulder
                                                                    • Roki Sasaki shut down indefinitely
                                                                    • Kodai Senga felled with hamstring injury
                                                                    • Tyler Mahle lands on IL, Kumar Rocker fills rotation spot
                                                                    • Giancarlo Stanton returns
                                                                    • Cardinals prank with fake cards, turned into 1/1 cards from 2025 Series 2
                                                                    Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                                    
                                                                    • 6/18: 2024 Topps Inception
                                                                    • 6/25: 2024 Topps Dynasty
                                                                    • 7/16: 2025 Panini Impeccable
                                                                    • 8/8: 2025 Panini Boys Of Summer
                                                                    Cards Discussion (54:18)
                                                                    
                                                                    MAY POTM PC (link to corresponding Razzball post)
                                                                    
                                                                    • Article on May 2025 MLB Players of the...]]>5620aaron,baseball,boston,bowman,cardinals,cards,collecting,devers,fantasy,giancarlo,giants,judge,ohtani,razzball,roki,sasaki,shohei,stanton,topps,yankeesfalse195fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-94-2025-topps-series-2-overview--66529909Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by discussing how to navigate the latest devastating wave of injuries in fantasy leagues along with some recent promotions. Then we review the latest baseball card release from Topps, Series 2, which hit shelves everywhere June 11.
                                                                      
                                                                      You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                      
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                                                                      Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                      
                                                                      • C&C makes Feedspot's top baseball cards pod list
                                                                      • Normal Community High School baseball bound for Illinois state finals
                                                                      • Corbin Burnes slated for TJ
                                                                      • Ryan Weathers lands on 60-day IL
                                                                      • Pablo Lopez slated for lengthy absence with teres major strain
                                                                      • Bryce Miller heads back to IL with elbow issue
                                                                      • Shane Bieber scratched, shut down in elbow rehab process
                                                                      • Hunter Greene back on IL, Wade Miley time again in Cincy
                                                                      • Jackson Jobe set for TJ surgery
                                                                      • Braves lose AJ Smith-Shawver to Tommy John
                                                                      • Atlanta’s closer role is up for grabs
                                                                      • Justin Martinez back to IL with elbow sprain, Arizona saves up for grabs again
                                                                      • Roman Anthony debuts in Boston
                                                                      • White Sox promote Kyle Teel
                                                                      • Grant Taylor set to arrive on the Southside
                                                                      • Jacob Misorowski joins Brew Crew
                                                                      • Bryce Harper placed on IL, Otto Kemp debuts in Philly
                                                                      • Bryce Rainer, Detroit’s 2024 first round pick, out for season due to shoulder surgery
                                                                      Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                                      
                                                                      • 6/11: 2025 Topps Series Two
                                                                      • 6/18: 2024 Topps Inception
                                                                      • 6/25: 2024 Topps Dynasty
                                                                      • 8/8: 2025 Panini Boys Of Summer
                                                                      Cards Discussion (42:16)
                                                                      
                                                                      2025 Topps Series 2 (link to related post on Razzball)
                                                                      
                                                                      • Chasing Majors checklist
                                                                      • Topps Ripped article
                                                                      • Order directly from Topps.com
                                                                      • Darren Baker's Golden Mirror SSP is him as Giants batboy
                                                                      ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66529909Thu, 12 Jun 2025 13:08:58 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 94th episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ open by discussing how to navigate the latest devastating wave of injuries in fantasy leagues along with some recent promotions. Then we review...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by discussing how to navigate the latest devastating wave of injuries in fantasy leagues along with some recent promotions. Then we review the latest baseball card release from Topps, Series 2, which hit shelves everywhere June 11.
                                                                      
                                                                      You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                      
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                                                                      Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                      
                                                                      • C&C makes Feedspot's top baseball cards pod list
                                                                      • Normal Community High School baseball bound for Illinois state finals
                                                                      • Corbin Burnes slated for TJ
                                                                      • Ryan Weathers lands on 60-day IL
                                                                      • Pablo Lopez slated for lengthy absence with teres major strain
                                                                      • Bryce Miller heads back to IL with elbow issue
                                                                      • Shane Bieber scratched, shut down in elbow rehab process
                                                                      • Hunter Greene back on IL, Wade Miley time again in Cincy
                                                                      • Jackson Jobe set for TJ surgery
                                                                      • Braves lose AJ Smith-Shawver to Tommy John
                                                                      • Atlanta’s closer role is up for grabs
                                                                      • Justin Martinez back to IL with elbow sprain, Arizona...]]>5138anthony,baseball,cardinals,cards,collecting,dodgers,fantasy,injuries,jobe,mlb,ohtani,pitchers,razzball,roki,roman,sasaki,shohei,sports,teel,toppsfalse194fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-93-breakout-bats--66326942Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by discussing Ronald Acuna Jr.'s return along with the news of latest injuries and roster machinations. Then we review eight young hitters that have performed at an elevated level in 2025 to determine the viability of their sustained production.
                                                                        
                                                                        You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                        
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                                                                        Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                        
                                                                        • Million Podcasts' listing of the top 20 baseball card pods
                                                                        • Alex Bregman suffers major quad injury, Marcelo Mayer promoted in his stead
                                                                        • Miguel Amaya out 4-6 weeks with oblique strain, Reese McGuire called up
                                                                        • Texas “loses” Joc Pederson to hand fracture, Alejandro Osuna debuts
                                                                        • White Sox send Andrew Vaughn and Tim Elko down to Charlotte
                                                                        • Brewers activate DL Hall, send Logan Henderson back to Triple-A
                                                                        • A’s shuffle outfield: promote Denzel Clarke, DFA Seth Brown, option JJ Bleday
                                                                        • Sean Newcomb joins the A’s
                                                                        • Orlando Arcia cut in Atlanta, lands in Colorado
                                                                        • Royals designate Hunter Renfroe for assignment, release Nelson Velazquez 
                                                                        • Chris Taylor joins the Angels as Kyren Paris is sent down
                                                                        Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                                        
                                                                        • 6/4: 2025 Topps Sterling
                                                                        • 6/11: 2025 Topps Series Two
                                                                        • 6/18: 2024 Topps Inception
                                                                        • 6/25: 2025 Panini Boys Of Summer
                                                                        Categories Discussion (43:10)
                                                                        
                                                                        Breakout Bats
                                                                        
                                                                        Players discussed in detail:
                                                                        
                                                                        • Pete Crow-Armstrong
                                                                        • Geraldo Perdomo
                                                                        • Riley Greene
                                                                        • Heliot Ramos
                                                                        • Kyle Stowers
                                                                        • Andy Pages
                                                                        • Spencer Torkelson
                                                                        • Jordan Beck
                                                                        ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66326942Thu, 29 May 2025 13:50:21 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 93rd episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ open by discussing Ronald Acuna Jr.'s return along with the news of latest injuries and roster machinations. Then we review eight young hitters...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by discussing Ronald Acuna Jr.'s return along with the news of latest injuries and roster machinations. Then we review eight young hitters that have performed at an elevated level in 2025 to determine the viability of their sustained production.
                                                                        
                                                                        You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                        
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                                                                        Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                        
                                                                        • Million Podcasts' listing of the top 20 baseball card pods
                                                                        • Alex Bregman suffers major quad injury, Marcelo Mayer promoted in his stead
                                                                        • Miguel Amaya out 4-6 weeks with oblique strain, Reese McGuire called up
                                                                        • Texas “loses” Joc Pederson to hand fracture, Alejandro Osuna debuts
                                                                        • White Sox send Andrew Vaughn and Tim Elko down to Charlotte
                                                                        • Brewers activate DL Hall, send Logan Henderson back to Triple-A
                                                                        • A’s shuffle outfield: promote Denzel Clarke, DFA Seth Brown, option JJ Bleday
                                                                        • Sean Newcomb joins the A’s
                                                                        • Orlando Arcia cut in Atlanta, lands in Colorado
                                                                        • Royals designate Hunter Renfroe for assignment, release Nelson Velazquez 
                                                                        • Chris Taylor joins the Angels as Kyren Paris is sent down
                                                                        Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                                        
                                                                        • 6/4: 2025 Topps Sterling
                                                                        • 6/11: 2025 Topps Series Two
                                                                        • 6/18:...]]>5367acuna,baseball,boston,braves,bregman,cards,crow-armstrong,cubs,dodgers,fantasy,giants,greene,mayer,mlb,perdomo,razzball,riley,royals,sports,toppsfalse193fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-92-time-to-drop-these-bats--66185325Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by determining how doomed the Baltimore Orioles are before discussing the latest round of MLB injury and call-up news. Then we review seven hitters that required substantial draft capital and have negative values to-date in the Razzball Player Rater to analyze whether they can be cut.
                                                                          
                                                                          You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                          
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                                                                          Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                          
                                                                          • Brandon Hyde out as manager in Baltimore
                                                                          • Jose Alvarado slapped with 80-game PED suspension
                                                                          • Royals lose Ragans and Lugo to injuries
                                                                          • Aaron Nola lands on IL with ankle sprain
                                                                          • Carlos Correa and Byron Buxton injury each other, both on concussion IL
                                                                          • Hayden Wesneski slated for TJ surgery
                                                                          • Tommy John surgery also likely for Jared Jones
                                                                          • Zebby Time has started, goes poorly in his first start
                                                                          • Cubs call Matt Shaw back up
                                                                          • Sahadev Sharma’s piece on Shaw’s plate approach adjustments
                                                                          • Bye, bye Ballesteros
                                                                          • Kolten Wong officially retires
                                                                          Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                                          
                                                                          • 5/21: 2025 Panini Donruss Baseball
                                                                          • 5/22: 2025 Topps Dynamic Duals
                                                                          • 6/4: 2025 Topps Sterling
                                                                          • 6/11: 2025 Topps Series Two
                                                                          • 6/18: 2024 Topps Inception
                                                                          Categories Discussion (44:29)
                                                                          
                                                                          Time To Drop These Bats?
                                                                          
                                                                          Players discussed in detail:
                                                                          
                                                                          • Marcus Semien
                                                                          • Anthony Santander
                                                                          • Salvador Perez
                                                                          • Adley Rutschman
                                                                          • Brenton Doyle
                                                                          • Christian Walker
                                                                          • Jose Altuve
                                                                          ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66185325Wed, 21 May 2025 15:17:23 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 92nd episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ open by determining how doomed the Baltimore Orioles are before discussing the latest round of MLB injury and call-up news. Then we review seven...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by determining how doomed the Baltimore Orioles are before discussing the latest round of MLB injury and call-up news. Then we review seven hitters that required substantial draft capital and have negative values to-date in the Razzball Player Rater to analyze whether they can be cut.
                                                                          
                                                                          You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                          
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                                                                          Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                          
                                                                          • Brandon Hyde out as manager in Baltimore
                                                                          • Jose Alvarado slapped with 80-game PED suspension
                                                                          • Royals lose Ragans and Lugo to injuries
                                                                          • Aaron Nola lands on IL with ankle sprain
                                                                          • Carlos Correa and Byron Buxton injury each other, both on concussion IL
                                                                          • Hayden Wesneski slated for TJ surgery
                                                                          • Tommy John surgery also likely for Jared Jones
                                                                          • Zebby Time has started, goes poorly in his first start
                                                                          • Cubs call Matt Shaw back up
                                                                          • Sahadev Sharma’s piece on Shaw’s plate approach adjustments
                                                                          • Bye, bye Ballesteros
                                                                          • Kolten Wong...]]>5313adley,altuve,astros,baltimore,baseball,cards,cole,cubs,fantasy,jose,matt,mlb,orioles,phillies,ragans,razzball,royals,rutschman,shaw,sportsfalse192fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-91-april-players-of-the-month-pc--66100576Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by sending off Bud Black along with chatting about the latest callup and injury news. Then we review the MLB April Players of the Month and pick cards to place into our pod PC!
                                                                            
                                                                            You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                            
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                                                                            Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                            
                                                                            • Rockies fire Bud Black
                                                                            • Dalton Rushing sent to Tinseltown, Austin Barnes DFA’ed
                                                                            • Moises Ballesteros joining the Cubs
                                                                            • Cubs promote Cade Horton
                                                                            • D-backs finally call up Jordan Lawlar
                                                                            • The Tim Elko era begins
                                                                            • Jordan Westburg hits snag in rehab from hammy injury
                                                                            • Bryce Miller hits IL with elbow inflammation
                                                                            • Roki Sasaki placed on IL with shoulder impingement
                                                                            • Clayton Kershaw set to return this weekend
                                                                            • Royals ink Rich Hill to a minor league deal
                                                                            • Matt Carpenter announces retirement
                                                                            Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                                            
                                                                            • 5/14: 2024 Panini Flawless
                                                                            • 5/21: 2025 Panini Donruss Baseball
                                                                            • 5/22: 2025 Topps Dynamic Duals
                                                                            • 6/4: 2025 Topps Sterling
                                                                            • 6/11: 2025 Topps Series Two (pre-orders now available on topps.com)
                                                                            Cards Discussion (42:11)
                                                                            
                                                                            APRIL POTM PC (link to Razzball post)
                                                                            
                                                                            • April Players of the Month article
                                                                            • C&C Pod PC list
                                                                            • Aaron Judge
                                                                              • J: 2021 Topps Now #651A Field of Dreams corn stalk relic #/99 (link)
                                                                              • M: 2025 Topps #300 Big Head Variation SP (link)
                                                                            • Pete Alonso
                                                                              • J: 2020 Topps Series 1 #350 Polar Bear SSP (link)
                                                                              • M: 2016 Bowman Chrome Draft #CDAPA blue wave refractor #/150 (link) 
                                                                            • Max Fried
                                                                              • J: 2024 Topps Triple Threads ASG Jumbo Sleeve Team Patch Book Card 1/1 (link)
                                                                              • M: 2012 Bowman Draft Picks & Prospects Chrome Auto #BCA-MF (link)
                                                                            • Yoshinobu Yamamoto
                                                                              • J: 2024 Bowman Chrome International Impact II-OY Yoshinobu Yamamoto / Shohei Ohtani dual auto orange #/25 (link)
                                                                              • M: 2017 BBM #157 RC (link)
                                                                            • Kristian Campbell
                                                                              • J: 2023 Bowman Chrome #CDA-KC red refractor auto #/5 (link)
                                                                              • M: 2025 Topps Now #11 (link)
                                                                            • Luisangel Acuna
                                                                              • J: 2023 Bowman Inception #IADR-LA Dual Patch Auto Relic Orange #/25 (link)
                                                                              • M: 2020 Leaf Flash #BA-LA1 orange sparkle auto #/10 (link)
                                                                            ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66100576Thu, 15 May 2025 13:37:07 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 91st episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ open by sending off Bud Black along with chatting about the latest callup and injury news. Then we review the MLB April Players of the Month and...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by sending off Bud Black along with chatting about the latest callup and injury news. Then we review the MLB April Players of the Month and pick cards to place into our pod PC!
                                                                            
                                                                            You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                            
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                                                                            Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                            
                                                                            • Rockies fire Bud Black
                                                                            • Dalton Rushing sent to Tinseltown, Austin Barnes DFA’ed
                                                                            • Moises Ballesteros joining the Cubs
                                                                            • Cubs promote Cade Horton
                                                                            • D-backs finally call up Jordan Lawlar
                                                                            • The Tim Elko era begins
                                                                            • Jordan Westburg hits snag in rehab from hammy injury
                                                                            • Bryce Miller hits IL with elbow inflammation
                                                                            • Roki Sasaki placed on IL with shoulder impingement
                                                                            • Clayton Kershaw set to return this weekend
                                                                            • Royals ink Rich Hill to a minor league deal
                                                                            • Matt Carpenter announces retirement
                                                                            Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                                            
                                                                            • 5/14: 2024 Panini Flawless
                                                                            • 5/21: 2025 Panini Donruss Baseball
                                                                            • 5/22: 2025 Topps Dynamic Duals
                                                                            • 6/4: 2025 Topps Sterling
                                                                            • 6/11: 2025 Topps Series Two (pre-orders now available on topps.com)
                                                                            Cards Discussion (42:11)
                                                                            4581alonso,baseball,cardinals,cards,dalton,dodgers,elko,fantasy,judge,kershaw,mlb,razzball,rockies,roki,rushing,sasaki,sports,topps,yamamoto,yankeesfalse191fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-90-2025-bowman-release-overview--65999772Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by chatting about the latest MLB moves and injuries to consider in fantasy leagues. Then we overview the latest and greatest baseball card release from 2025 Bowman, which hit shelves everywhere on May 7.
                                                                            
                                                                            You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                            
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                                                                            Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                            
                                                                            • Coby Mayo is back
                                                                            • Hyesong Kim promoted in LA as Tommy Edman lands on IL
                                                                            • Jazz Chisholm Jr. possibly out 4-to-6 weeks with oblique strain
                                                                            • Triston Casas out for year with ruptured patellar tendon
                                                                            • A knee bone bruise sends Mike Trout to IL
                                                                            • Yordan Alvarez lands on injured list with hand issue
                                                                            • Hammy injury fells Shota Imanaga
                                                                            • Alexis Diaz optioned in Cincy
                                                                            • Rangers demote Jake Burger to Triple-A
                                                                            • Texas Rangers make a change, bringing in Bret Boone as the hitting coach
                                                                            Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                                            
                                                                            • 5/7: 2025 Bowman
                                                                            • 5/7: 2024 Panini National Treasures
                                                                            • 5/14: 2024 Panini Flawless
                                                                            • 5/21: 2025 Panini Donruss Baseball
                                                                            • June 2025: 2025 Topps Series Two
                                                                            Cards Discussion (45:00 )
                                                                            
                                                                            2025 Bowman (link to Razzball post)
                                                                            
                                                                            • Beckett checklist and overview
                                                                            • Chasing Majors checklist and overview with odds
                                                                            • Fanatics introduces the Bowman Red Rookie Redemption Program
                                                                            • List of Bowman Firsts from Just Baseball
                                                                            ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65999772Thu, 08 May 2025 14:38:08 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 90th episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ open by chatting about the latest MLB moves and injuries to consider in fantasy leagues. Then we overview the latest and greatest baseball card...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by chatting about the latest MLB moves and injuries to consider in fantasy leagues. Then we overview the latest and greatest baseball card release from 2025 Bowman, which hit shelves everywhere on May 7.
                                                                            
                                                                            You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                            
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                                                                            Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                            
                                                                            • Coby Mayo is back
                                                                            • Hyesong Kim promoted in LA as Tommy Edman lands on IL
                                                                            • Jazz Chisholm Jr. possibly out 4-to-6 weeks with oblique strain
                                                                            • Triston Casas out for year with ruptured patellar tendon
                                                                            • A knee bone bruise sends Mike Trout to IL
                                                                            • Yordan Alvarez lands on injured list with hand issue
                                                                            • Hammy injury fells Shota Imanaga
                                                                            • Alexis Diaz optioned in Cincy
                                                                            • Rangers demote Jake Burger to Triple-A
                                                                            • Texas Rangers make a change, bringing in Bret Boone as the hitting coach
                                                                            Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                                            
                                                                            • 5/7: 2025 Bowman
                                                                            • 5/7: 2024 Panini National Treasures
                                                                            • 5/14: 2024 Panini Flawless
                                                                            • 5/21: 2025 Panini Donruss Baseball
                                                                            • June 2025: 2025 Topps Series Two
                                                                            Cards Discussion (45:00 )
                                                                            
                                                                            2025 Bowman (link to Razzball post)
                                                                            
                                                                            • Beckett checklist and...]]>5627angels,anime,baseball,bowman,cards,condon,crews,dodgers,fantasy,kanji,mayo,mlb,nationals,ohtani,orioles,razzball,roki,sasaki,sports,troutfalse190fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-89-what-we-got-wrong--65825515Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by chatting about a contender for the greatest catch ever along with discussion on the latest MLB moves and injuries, plus a new Bowman card buyback program. Then we dive into what misses we've had from our preseason predictions and picks to determine what we can learn.
                                                                              
                                                                              You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                              
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                                                                              Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                              
                                                                              • The Daulton Varsho catch
                                                                              • A trio of pitcher callups:
                                                                                • AJ Blubaugh to debut for Astros
                                                                                • Chase Petty called up in Cincy
                                                                                • Noah Cameron arriving in KC
                                                                              • Logan Gilbert out with flexor strain, Logan Evans fills his rotation spot
                                                                              • Surprise, surprise, Tyler Glasnow felled with injury
                                                                              • Jordan Westburg shelved with hammy strain
                                                                              • Braves sign Eddie Rosario, demote Jarred Kelenic
                                                                              • Fanatics introduces the Bowman Red Rookie Redemption Program
                                                                              Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                                              
                                                                              • 4/30: 2025 Topps Chrome Black 
                                                                              • 4/30: 2025 Panini Stars & Stripes
                                                                              • 5/7: 2025 Bowman
                                                                              • 5/7: 2024 Panini National Treasures
                                                                              • 5/14: 2024 Panini Flawless
                                                                              • 5/21: 2025 Panini Donruss Baseball
                                                                              • June 2025: 2025 Topps Series Two
                                                                              Categories Discussion (36:44)What We Got Wrong topics:
                                                                              
                                                                              • Max Meyer
                                                                              • Nick Pivetta
                                                                              • Ernie Clement
                                                                              • James Wood
                                                                              • White Sox pitching (Sean Burke, Davis Martin, et al)
                                                                              • Oneil Cruz
                                                                              ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65825515Thu, 01 May 2025 14:30:17 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 89th episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ open by chatting about a contender for the greatest catch ever along with discussion on the latest MLB moves and injuries, plus a new Bowman card...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by chatting about a contender for the greatest catch ever along with discussion on the latest MLB moves and injuries, plus a new Bowman card buyback program. Then we dive into what misses we've had from our preseason predictions and picks to determine what we can learn.
                                                                              
                                                                              You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                              
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                                                                              Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                              
                                                                              • The Daulton Varsho catch
                                                                              • A trio of pitcher callups:
                                                                                • AJ Blubaugh to debut for Astros
                                                                                • Chase Petty called up in Cincy
                                                                                • Noah Cameron arriving in KC
                                                                              • Logan Gilbert out with flexor strain, Logan Evans fills his rotation spot
                                                                              • Surprise, surprise, Tyler Glasnow felled with injury
                                                                              • Jordan Westburg shelved with hammy strain
                                                                              • Braves sign Eddie Rosario, demote Jarred Kelenic
                                                                              • Fanatics introduces the Bowman Red Rookie Redemption Program
                                                                              Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                                              
                                                                              • 4/30: 2025 Topps Chrome Black 
                                                                              • 4/30: 2025 Panini Stars & Stripes
                                                                              • 5/7: 2025 Bowman
                                                                              • 5/7: 2024 Panini National Treasures
                                                                              • 5/14: 2024 Panini Flawless
                                                                              • 5/21: 2025 Panini Donruss Baseball
                                                                              • June 2025: 2025 Topps Series Two
                                                                              Categories Discussion (36:44)What We Got Wrong topics:
                                                                              
                                                                              • Max Meyer
                                                                              • Nick Pivetta
                                                                              • Ernie Clement
                                                                              • James Wood
                                                                              • White Sox pitching (Sean Burke, Davis Martin, et al)
                                                                              • Oneil Cruz
                                                                              ]]>4271baseball,blubaugh,bowman,cameron,catch,cruz,daulton,dodgers,fanatics,fantasy,glasnow,james,mlb,oneil,orioles,petty,razzball,topps,varsho,westburgfalse189fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-88-2025-topps-heritage-overview--65692860Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by talking about the myriad of prospect callups that occurred this past week along with other news and notes on injuries and roster moves affecting fantasy leagues. Then we discuss the newest baseball card set release from Topps, 2025 Heritage, in stores everywhere April 23.
                                                                              
                                                                              You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                              
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                                                                              Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                              
                                                                              • Nick Kurtz arrives in big leagues
                                                                              • Twins promote Luke Keaschall
                                                                              • Rays call up Chandler Simpson
                                                                              • Jace Jung recalled in Detroit
                                                                              • Agustin Ramirez joins the Marlins
                                                                              • Tyler Soderstroom seeing time in outfield
                                                                              • Jose Siri set to miss 8-10 weeks with broken leg, Jeff McNeil taking centerfield reps
                                                                              • Spencer Strider lands on IL with hammy injury
                                                                              • Luis Arraez suffers concussion after collision, placed on IL
                                                                              • David Bendar back in big leagues
                                                                              • Milwaukee brings Craig Yoho up from Triple-A
                                                                              Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                                              
                                                                              • 4/23: 2025 Topps Heritage
                                                                              • 4/30: 2025 Topps Chrome Black 
                                                                              • 4/30: 2025 Panini Stars & Stripes
                                                                              • 5/7: 2025 Bowman
                                                                              • 5/14: 2024 Panini Flawless
                                                                              • 5/21: 2025 Panini Donruss Baseball
                                                                              • June 2025: 2025 Topps Series Two
                                                                              Cards Discussion (47:15)
                                                                              
                                                                              2025 Topps Heritage Release & Overview (link to Razzball post)
                                                                              
                                                                              • Beckett checklist and preview
                                                                              • Chasing Majors checklist and print run information
                                                                              • Link to order directly from Topps (possibly sold out by time of publishing)
                                                                              ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65692860Thu, 24 Apr 2025 02:55:55 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 88th episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ open by talking about the myriad of prospect callups that occurred this past week along with other news and notes on injuries and roster moves...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by talking about the myriad of prospect callups that occurred this past week along with other news and notes on injuries and roster moves affecting fantasy leagues. Then we discuss the newest baseball card set release from Topps, 2025 Heritage, in stores everywhere April 23.
                                                                              
                                                                              You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                              
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                                                                              Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                              
                                                                              • Nick Kurtz arrives in big leagues
                                                                              • Twins promote Luke Keaschall
                                                                              • Rays call up Chandler Simpson
                                                                              • Jace Jung recalled in Detroit
                                                                              • Agustin Ramirez joins the Marlins
                                                                              • Tyler Soderstroom seeing time in outfield
                                                                              • Jose Siri set to miss 8-10 weeks with broken leg, Jeff McNeil taking centerfield reps
                                                                              • Spencer Strider lands on IL with hammy injury
                                                                              • Luis Arraez suffers concussion after collision, placed on IL
                                                                              • David Bendar back in big leagues
                                                                              • Milwaukee brings Craig Yoho up from Triple-A
                                                                              Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                                              
                                                                              • 4/23: 2025 Topps Heritage
                                                                              • 4/30: 2025 Topps Chrome Black 
                                                                              • 4/30: 2025 Panini Stars & Stripes
                                                                              • 5/7: 2025 Bowman
                                                                              • 5/14: 2024 Panini Flawless
                                                                              • 5/21: 2025 Panini Donruss Baseball
                                                                              • June 2025: 2025 Topps Series Two
                                                                              Cards Discussion (47:15)
                                                                              
                                                                              2025 Topps Heritage Release & Overview (5203arraez,baseball,braves,cards,chandler,collecting,fantasy,heritage,keaschall,kurtz,manfred,marlins,mets,mlb,pirates,razzball,simpson,sports,strider,toppsfalse188fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-87-stashable-minor-leaguers--65610418Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by talking about the return of the man with power thighs and a glorious mustache along with the latest transactions and injuries. Then we overview which current minor leaguers are worth stashing in reserve spots on our fantasy teams before evaluating who might be next.
                                                                              
                                                                              You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                              
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                                                                              Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                              
                                                                              • Spencer Strider is back
                                                                              • Logan Henderson promoted in Milwaukee
                                                                              • White Sox promote Edgar Quero
                                                                              • Matt Shaw shuttled back to Triple-A
                                                                              • Justin Steele set to undergo elbow surgery
                                                                              • Trevor Megill seeking second opinion on mysterious knee injury
                                                                              • Twinjuries are mounting again, enter Brooks Lee
                                                                              • Chase Meidroth called up in Chicago, breaks up Garrett Crochet no-hitter in debut weekend
                                                                              Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                                              
                                                                              • 4/16: 2024 Panini National Treasures
                                                                              • 4/16: 2025 Topps Tribute
                                                                              • 4/30: 2025 Topps Heritage
                                                                              • 4/30: 2025 Topps Chrome Black 
                                                                              • 4/30: 2025 Panini Stars & Stripes
                                                                              • 5/7: 2025 Bowman
                                                                              • 5/14: 2024 Panini Flawless
                                                                              • 5/21: 2025 Panini Donruss Baseball
                                                                              • June 2025: 2025 Topps Series Two
                                                                              Categories Discussion (29:45)
                                                                              
                                                                              Stashable minor leaguers, players discussed in detail:
                                                                              
                                                                              • Roman Anthony
                                                                              • Nick Kurtz
                                                                              • Zebby Matthews
                                                                              • Bubba Chandler
                                                                              • Jac Caglianone
                                                                              • Jace Jung
                                                                              • Luke Keaschall
                                                                              • Luinder Avila
                                                                              • Juan Brito 
                                                                              • Chandler Simpson
                                                                               ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65610418Thu, 17 Apr 2025 13:38:20 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 87th episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ open by talking about the return of the man with power thighs and a glorious mustache along with the latest transactions and injuries. Then we...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by talking about the return of the man with power thighs and a glorious mustache along with the latest transactions and injuries. Then we overview which current minor leaguers are worth stashing in reserve spots on our fantasy teams before evaluating who might be next.
                                                                              
                                                                              You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                              
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                                                                              Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                              
                                                                              • Spencer Strider is back
                                                                              • Logan Henderson promoted in Milwaukee
                                                                              • White Sox promote Edgar Quero
                                                                              • Matt Shaw shuttled back to Triple-A
                                                                              • Justin Steele set to undergo elbow surgery
                                                                              • Trevor Megill seeking second opinion on mysterious knee injury
                                                                              • Twinjuries are mounting again, enter Brooks Lee
                                                                              • Chase Meidroth called up in Chicago, breaks up Garrett Crochet no-hitter in debut weekend
                                                                              Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                                              
                                                                              • 4/16: 2024 Panini National Treasures
                                                                              • 4/16: 2025 Topps Tribute
                                                                              • 4/30: 2025 Topps Heritage
                                                                              • 4/30: 2025 Topps Chrome Black 
                                                                              • 4/30: 2025 Panini Stars & Stripes
                                                                              • 5/7: 2025 Bowman
                                                                              • 5/14: 2024 Panini Flawless
                                                                              • 5/21: 2025 Panini Donruss Baseball
                                                                              • June 2025: 2025 Topps Series Two
                                                                              Categories Discussion (29:45)
                                                                              
                                                                              Stashable minor leaguers, players discussed in detail:
                                                                              
                                                                              • Roman Anthony
                                                                              • Nick Kurtz
                                                                              • Zebby Matthews
                                                                              • Bubba Chandler
                                                                              • Jac Caglianone
                                                                              • Jace Jung
                                                                              • Luke Keaschall
                                                                              • Luinder Avila
                                                                              • Juan Brito 
                                                                              • Chandler Simpson
                                                                               ]]>4400anthony,baseball,boston,braves,cards,chicago,fantasy,kurtz,meidroth,mlb,prospects,razzball,red,roman,sox,spencer,sports,strider,twins,whitefalse187fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-86-assessing-hitter-hot-cold-starts--65526601Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by talking about major extensions, crushing injuries, and a retirement from the latest MLB news. Then we overview how to evaluate hitters early in the season to determine whether significant changes have been made to their profiles along with a few hot or cold bats out the gate.
                                                                              
                                                                              You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                              
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                                                                              Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                              
                                                                              • Vladimir Guerrero Jr. signs monster extension with the Blue Jays
                                                                              • Jackson Merrill set to be a Padre through 2034, lands on IL with hammy injury
                                                                              • Kristian Campbell inks eight-year extension with Red Sox
                                                                              • Chase Dollander promoted to big leagues in Colorado
                                                                              • Reynaldo Lopez out 12 weeks after shoulder surgery
                                                                              • Victor Robles dislocates shoulder on amazing catch, out at least 12 weeks, could miss rest of season
                                                                              • Justin Steele lands on IL with elbow tendinitis
                                                                              • Lance Lynn announces retirement
                                                                              • 2025 Bowman pre-order open on Topps
                                                                              Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                                              
                                                                              • 4/16: 2024 Panini National Treasures
                                                                              • 4/23 (maybe): 2025 Topps Tribute
                                                                              • 4/30 (maybe): 2025 Topps Heritage
                                                                              • 4/30 (maybe): 2025 Topps Chrome Black 
                                                                              • 4/30: 2025 Panini Stars & Stripes
                                                                              • 4/30: 2024 Panini Flawless
                                                                              • 5/7: 2025 Bowman
                                                                              • 5/21: 2025 Panini Donruss Baseball
                                                                              • June 2025: 2025 Topps Series Two
                                                                              Categories Discussion (39:45)
                                                                              
                                                                              Evaluating hot/cold starts, players discussed in detail:
                                                                              
                                                                              • Rafael Devers
                                                                              • Eugenio Suarez
                                                                              • Nolan Arenado
                                                                              • Tommy Edman
                                                                              • Wilyer Abreu
                                                                              • Ben Rice
                                                                              • Tyler Soderstrom
                                                                              • Brice Turang
                                                                              • Luis Robert Jr.
                                                                               ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65526601Thu, 10 Apr 2025 14:01:28 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 86th episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ open by talking about major extensions, crushing injuries, and a retirement from the latest MLB news. Then we overview how to evaluate hitters...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by talking about major extensions, crushing injuries, and a retirement from the latest MLB news. Then we overview how to evaluate hitters early in the season to determine whether significant changes have been made to their profiles along with a few hot or cold bats out the gate.
                                                                              
                                                                              You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                              
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                                                                              Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                              
                                                                              • Vladimir Guerrero Jr. signs monster extension with the Blue Jays
                                                                              • Jackson Merrill set to be a Padre through 2034, lands on IL with hammy injury
                                                                              • Kristian Campbell inks eight-year extension with Red Sox
                                                                              • Chase Dollander promoted to big leagues in Colorado
                                                                              • Reynaldo Lopez out 12 weeks after shoulder surgery
                                                                              • Victor Robles dislocates shoulder on amazing catch, out at least 12 weeks, could miss rest of season
                                                                              • Justin Steele lands on IL with elbow tendinitis
                                                                              • Lance Lynn announces retirement
                                                                              • 2025 Bowman pre-order open on Topps
                                                                              Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                                              
                                                                              • 4/16: 2024 Panini National Treasures
                                                                              • 4/23 (maybe): 2025 Topps Tribute
                                                                              • 4/30 (maybe): 2025 Topps Heritage
                                                                              • 4/30 (maybe): 2025 Topps Chrome Black 
                                                                              • 4/30: 2025 Panini Stars & Stripes
                                                                              • 4/30: 2024 Panini Flawless
                                                                              • 5/7: 2025 Bowman
                                                                              • 5/21: 2025 Panini Donruss Baseball
                                                                              • June 2025: 2025 Topps Series...]]>5024arenado,baseball,campbell,cardinals,cards,devers,dodgers,edman,fantasy,guerrero,kristian,lance,lynn,merrill,mlb,razzball,red,robert,sox,sportsfalse186fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-85-opening-day-release-of-topps-heritage-high-number--65161156Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by sharing their excitement for Opening Day before diving into transactions that are impacting our fantasy teams, including the promotions of Cam Smith and Kristian Campbell. Then we overview the latest and greatest baseball card release from Topps, 2024 Heritage High Number, which hit shelves on March 26.
                                                                                
                                                                                You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                
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                                                                                Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                
                                                                                • The Guardians and Rockies exchange Nolan Jones and Tyler Freeman
                                                                                • Thairo Estrada suffers broken wrist, out 6-8 weeks
                                                                                • Brewers ship Mark Canha to Kansas City
                                                                                • Mookie Betts battling illness, has lost roughly 20 pounds
                                                                                • Gunnar Henderson to start 2025 season on shelf
                                                                                • Shane McClanahan leaves start, dealing “only” with nerve issue in left arm
                                                                                • Jared Jones shut down for six weeks due to elbow inflammation
                                                                                • Ranger Suarez to open season on IL with bad back
                                                                                • Clarke Schmidt to open on IL, Carlos Carrasco selected in the Bronx
                                                                                • Connor Norby to open season on IL with left oblique strain
                                                                                • Parker Meadows dealing with nerve issue in throwing arm, to open on IL
                                                                                • Zack Gelof out with hamate surgery, other Max Muncy makes A’s roster
                                                                                • Jerar Encarnacion breaks hand, undergoes surgery
                                                                                • The Cam Smith era begins in Houston
                                                                                • Kristian Campbell makes Boston roster
                                                                                • Alan Roden breaks camp with Blue Jays
                                                                                • Victor Scott II wins centerfield job in St. Louis
                                                                                • Evan Carter shipped to Triple-A
                                                                                • Mitch Haniger cut in Seattle
                                                                                • Kyle Gibson re-joins O’s
                                                                                • Padres shuffle roster for Gavin Sheets, Jose Igelsias, Yuli Gurriel, and Martin Maldonado
                                                                                • Rockies choose Nick Martini over Zac Veen
                                                                                • Giants pick Hayden Birdsong and Landon Roupp (who gets final rotation spot), Kyle Harrison sent to Triple-A
                                                                                • Paul Skenes MLB Debut patch 1/1 auto card sells for $1.11 million
                                                                                Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                                                
                                                                                • 3/26: 2024 Topps Heritage High Number
                                                                                • 3/27: 2025 Topps Series 1 Celebration
                                                                                • 4/16: 2024 Panini National Treasures
                                                                                • 4/30: 2025 Panini Stars & Stripes
                                                                                • 4/30: 2024 Panini Flawless
                                                                                • April: 2025 Topps Tribute (pre-order opened on 3/24)
                                                                                Cards Discussion (1:14:40)
                                                                                
                                                                                2024 Topps Heritage High Number (link to related Razzball post)
                                                                                
                                                                                • Beckett overview and checklist
                                                                                • Chasing Majors checklist with odds and print runs
                                                                                • Topps Ripped overview
                                                                                ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65161156Thu, 27 Mar 2025 14:10:05 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 85th episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ open by sharing their excitement for Opening Day before diving into transactions that are impacting our fantasy teams, including the promotions...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by sharing their excitement for Opening Day before diving into transactions that are impacting our fantasy teams, including the promotions of Cam Smith and Kristian Campbell. Then we overview the latest and greatest baseball card release from Topps, 2024 Heritage High Number, which hit shelves on March 26.
                                                                                
                                                                                You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                
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                                                                                Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                
                                                                                • The Guardians and Rockies exchange Nolan Jones and Tyler Freeman
                                                                                • Thairo Estrada suffers broken wrist, out 6-8 weeks
                                                                                • Brewers ship Mark Canha to Kansas City
                                                                                • Mookie Betts battling illness, has lost roughly 20 pounds
                                                                                • Gunnar Henderson to start 2025 season on shelf
                                                                                • Shane McClanahan leaves start, dealing “only” with nerve issue in left arm
                                                                                • Jared Jones shut down for six weeks due to elbow inflammation
                                                                                • Ranger Suarez to open season on IL with bad back
                                                                                • Clarke Schmidt to open on IL, Carlos Carrasco selected in the Bronx
                                                                                • Connor Norby to open season on IL with left oblique strain
                                                                                • Parker Meadows dealing with nerve issue in throwing arm, to open on IL
                                                                                • 6262astros,baseball,betts,cardinals,cards,collecting,dodgers,fantasy,gunnar,henderson,heritage,mlb,mookie,ohtani,orioles,razzball,rockies,skenes,topps,yankeesfalse185fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-84-spring-training-standouts--64994954Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by bantering about the Japan Series before delving into the latest and greatest MLB moves and baseball card news. Then we discuss some of the hottest hitters and sharpest pitchers in Spring Training action to determine if we believe their incredible stat lines.You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                  
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                                                                                  Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                  
                                                                                  • Matt Shaw makes Cubs roster
                                                                                  • Roki Sasaki fills seat on the real fully operational Death Star
                                                                                  • Rays back in ballpark limbo
                                                                                  • Michael McGreevy forcing a six-man rotation in St. Louis?
                                                                                  • Sean Newcomb to rise from the dead and secure Boston rotation spot?
                                                                                  • Royce Lewis strains hammy
                                                                                  • Josh Rojas suffers hairline fracture in right big toe
                                                                                  • Topps and MLB team up for gold logo patches
                                                                                  Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                                                  
                                                                                  • 3/21: 2024 Panini Select
                                                                                  • 3/26: 2024 Topps Heritage High Number
                                                                                  • 4/30: 2025 Panini Stars & Stripes
                                                                                  • TBD: 2024 Panini National Treasures
                                                                                  • TBD: 2024 Panini Flawless
                                                                                  Categories Discussion (28:17)
                                                                                  
                                                                                  • FanGraphs Spring Training Leaderboard - Batters
                                                                                  • FanGraphs Spring Training Leaderboard - Pitchers
                                                                                  • Baseball Reference Spring Training stats - Batting
                                                                                  • Baseball Reference Spring Training stats - Pitching
                                                                                  Players discussed:
                                                                                  
                                                                                  • Zac Veen
                                                                                  • Curtis Mead
                                                                                  • Alan Roden
                                                                                  • Ty France
                                                                                  • Rhys Hoskins
                                                                                  • Ivan Herrera
                                                                                  • Brady Singer
                                                                                  • Clay Holmes
                                                                                  • Corbin Burnes
                                                                                  • Cristopher Sanchez
                                                                                  • AJ Smith-Shawver
                                                                                  • Zebby Matthews
                                                                                  ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64994954Thu, 20 Mar 2025 14:28:07 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 84th episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ open by bantering about the Japan Series before delving into the latest and greatest MLB moves and baseball card news. Then we discuss some of...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by bantering about the Japan Series before delving into the latest and greatest MLB moves and baseball card news. Then we discuss some of the hottest hitters and sharpest pitchers in Spring Training action to determine if we believe their incredible stat lines.You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                  
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                                                                                  Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                  
                                                                                  • Matt Shaw makes Cubs roster
                                                                                  • Roki Sasaki fills seat on the real fully operational Death Star
                                                                                  • Rays back in ballpark limbo
                                                                                  • Michael McGreevy forcing a six-man rotation in St. Louis?
                                                                                  • Sean Newcomb to rise from the dead and secure Boston rotation spot?
                                                                                  • Royce Lewis strains hammy
                                                                                  • Josh Rojas suffers hairline fracture in right big toe
                                                                                  • Topps and MLB team up for gold logo patches
                                                                                  Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                                                  
                                                                                  • 3/21: 2024 Panini Select
                                                                                  • 3/26: 2024 Topps Heritage High Number
                                                                                  • 4/30: 2025 Panini Stars & Stripes
                                                                                  • TBD: 2024 Panini National Treasures
                                                                                  • TBD: 2024 Panini Flawless
                                                                                  Categories Discussion (28:17)
                                                                                  
                                                                                  • FanGraphs Spring Training Leaderboard - Batters
                                                                                  • FanGraphs Spring Training Leaderboard - Pitchers
                                                                                  • Baseball Reference Spring Training stats - Batting
                                                                                  • 5228baseball,burnes,cardinals,cards,cubs,dodgers,fantasy,mlb,ohtani,panini,rays,razzball,roki,sasaki,spring,topps,training,yamamotofalse184fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-83-prospect-buys-with-the-itch--64862805Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer are joined by Razzball's very own The Itch (Nick Roos) to discuss prospect buys for both fantasy and card purposes. The Itch will give background on what he loves about each prospect and then Jeremy provides a corresponding PC pick.
                                                                                    
                                                                                    You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                    
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                                                                                    Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                    
                                                                                    • Cooper Bowman returned to the Athletics
                                                                                    • Gerrit Cole undergoes TJ surgery
                                                                                    • George Kirby will open season on IL with shoulder injury
                                                                                    • Francisco Alvarez down for 6-to-8 weeks with hamate surgery
                                                                                    Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                                                    
                                                                                    • 3/21: 2024 Panini Select
                                                                                    • 3/26: 2024 Topps Heritage High Number
                                                                                    • 4/2: 2024 Panini National Treasures
                                                                                    • 4/18: 2025 Panini Stars & Stripes
                                                                                    • TBD: 2024 Panini Flawless
                                                                                    Cards Discussion (17:20) (link to related Razzball post)
                                                                                    
                                                                                    PC list: link
                                                                                    
                                                                                    Prospect Buys
                                                                                    
                                                                                    • Leodalis De Vries
                                                                                      • Card: 2024 Panini Boys of Summer Five Tool Player Materials #FT-LDV /149 
                                                                                    • Jesus Made
                                                                                      • Card: 2022 Panini Elite Extra Edition #DMS-JE Button Auto Relic /5 
                                                                                    • Cam Smith
                                                                                      • Card: 2024 1st Bowman Draft Sapphire Auto #CPA-CS /199
                                                                                    • Lazaro Montes
                                                                                      • Card: 2023 Bowman’s Best #92RJA-LM 1992 Bowman By Randy Johnson Auto /250
                                                                                    • Welbyn Francisca
                                                                                      • Card: 2023 Bowman Inception #BPA-WF Auto /50 Gold Electricity Parallel
                                                                                    • Maximo Acosta
                                                                                      • Card: 2021 Bowman Draft Chrome #BDC-139 Printing Plate Cyan 1/1 
                                                                                    • LuJames Groover
                                                                                      • Card: 2024 Bowman - Chrome Prospect #CPA-GG Pearl Refractor auto /10
                                                                                    ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64862805Thu, 13 Mar 2025 14:47:48 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 83rd episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ are joined by Razzball's very own https://razzball.com/author/nickroos/ to discuss prospect buys for both fantasy and card purposes. The Itch...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer are joined by Razzball's very own The Itch (Nick Roos) to discuss prospect buys for both fantasy and card purposes. The Itch will give background on what he loves about each prospect and then Jeremy provides a corresponding PC pick.
                                                                                    
                                                                                    You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                    
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                                                                                    Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                    
                                                                                    • Cooper Bowman returned to the Athletics
                                                                                    • Gerrit Cole undergoes TJ surgery
                                                                                    • George Kirby will open season on IL with shoulder injury
                                                                                    • Francisco Alvarez down for 6-to-8 weeks with hamate surgery
                                                                                    Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                                                    
                                                                                    • 3/21: 2024 Panini Select
                                                                                    • 3/26: 2024 Topps Heritage High Number
                                                                                    • 4/2: 2024 Panini National Treasures
                                                                                    • 4/18: 2025 Panini Stars & Stripes
                                                                                    • TBD: 2024 Panini Flawless
                                                                                    Cards Discussion (17:20) (link to related Razzball post)
                                                                                    
                                                                                    PC list: link
                                                                                    
                                                                                    Prospect Buys
                                                                                    
                                                                                    • Leodalis De Vries
                                                                                      • Card: 2024 Panini Boys of Summer Five Tool Player Materials #FT-LDV /149 
                                                                                    • Jesus Made
                                                                                      • Card: 4028alvarez,astros,baseball,cam,cards,cole,devries,fantasy,investing,jesus,kirby,leodalis,made,mariners,mets,mlb,padres,prospects,razzball,yankeesfalse183fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-82-card-market-buys-for-2025--64731440Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by bantering about the latest and greatest MLB moves and baseball card news. Then we overview player types and specific players that make for good baseball card investments going into 2025.
                                                                                        
                                                                                        You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                        
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                                                                                        Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                        
                                                                                        • Sign up for a Razzball Commenter League
                                                                                        • Kyle Finnegan back in the Nats closer seat 
                                                                                        • Brewers ink Jose Quintana to one-year deal
                                                                                        • Sean Murphy out 4-to-6 weeks with cracked rib
                                                                                        • Luis Gil felled with lat injury
                                                                                        • Jose Altuve slated to play “majority” of time in left field
                                                                                        Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                                                        
                                                                                        • 3/7: 2024 Panini Prospect Edition
                                                                                        • 3/21: 2024 Panini Select
                                                                                        • 3/26: 2024 Topps Heritage High Number
                                                                                        • 4/2: 2024 Panini National Treasures
                                                                                        • TBD: 2024 Panini Flawless
                                                                                        Cards Discussion (31:40) (link to related Razzball post)
                                                                                        
                                                                                        PC list: link
                                                                                        
                                                                                        • Breakout Candidates:
                                                                                          • Jordan Westburg
                                                                                            • M: 2020 Bowman Draft #FFA-HW Franchise Futures Jordan Westburg / Heston Kjerstad dual auto orange parallel #/25
                                                                                            • J: 2024 Topps Stadium Club #RDVA-JW Design Variation Auto /50
                                                                                          • Tommy Edman
                                                                                            • M: 2020 Topps Stadium Club Chrome #UATE rookie auto
                                                                                            • J:  2020 Topps Chrome Rookie Auto Refractor USA-TE 
                                                                                        • Down Season Bouncebacks:
                                                                                          • Mike Trout
                                                                                            • M: 2019 Topps Chrome Sapphire #100
                                                                                            • J: 2017 Topps Dynasty #AP-MT3 Auto Patch 02/10
                                                                                          • Josh Jung
                                                                                            • M: 2023 Topps Home Field Advantage #HA-16
                                                                                            • J: 2023 Topps Reverence #TRAP2-JJ Patch Auto /5
                                                                                        • Young Players Reaching Potential
                                                                                          • Connor Norby
                                                                                            • M: 2025 Topps Series 1 #90A-CN 1990 auto
                                                                                            • J: 2021 Bowman Chrome Draft #CDA-CN 1st Bowman Auto
                                                                                          • Pete Crow-Armstrong
                                                                                            • M: 2024 Topps #407 Golden Mirror SSP
                                                                                            • J: 2024 Topps Chrome Sapphire #407
                                                                                        ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64731440Thu, 06 Mar 2025 14:48:51 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 82nd episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ open by bantering about the latest and greatest MLB moves and baseball card news. Then we overview player types and specific players that make...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by bantering about the latest and greatest MLB moves and baseball card news. Then we overview player types and specific players that make for good baseball card investments going into 2025.
                                                                                        
                                                                                        You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                        
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                                                                                        Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                        
                                                                                        • Sign up for a Razzball Commenter League
                                                                                        • Kyle Finnegan back in the Nats closer seat 
                                                                                        • Brewers ink Jose Quintana to one-year deal
                                                                                        • Sean Murphy out 4-to-6 weeks with cracked rib
                                                                                        • Luis Gil felled with lat injury
                                                                                        • Jose Altuve slated to play “majority” of time in left field
                                                                                        Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                                                        
                                                                                        • 3/7: 2024 Panini Prospect Edition
                                                                                        • 3/21: 2024 Panini Select
                                                                                        • 3/26: 2024 Topps Heritage High Number
                                                                                        • 4/2: 2024 Panini National Treasures
                                                                                        • TBD: 2024 Panini Flawless
                                                                                        Cards Discussion (31:40) (link to related Razzball post)
                                                                                        
                                                                                        PC list: link
                                                                                        
                                                                                        • Breakout Candidates:
                                                                                          • Jordan Westburg
                                                                                            • M: 2020 Bowman Draft #FFA-HW Franchise Futures Jordan Westburg / Heston Kjerstad dual auto orange parallel #/25
                                                                                            • J: 4941altuve,baseball,brewers,cards,closers,crow-armstrong,edman,fantasy,finnegan,jung,mike,mlb,murphy,norby,quintana,razzball,topps,trout,westburg,yankeesfalse182fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-81-al-west-preview-with-sam-wirsching--64626314Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer are joined by Sam Wirsching of the Pallazzo Podcast and The Dynasty Guru to preview the AL West teams. For each team in the division, we each pick a player that for fantasy purposes we would buy, sell, and pick to click.
                                                                                              
                                                                                              You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                              
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                                                                                              Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                              
                                                                                              • Yankees finally change facial hair policy
                                                                                              • Andrew Heaney added to crew in Pittsburgh
                                                                                              • Sean Manaea dealing with oblique strain, Mets rotation in trouble
                                                                                              • Mark Canha back with Brew Crew on minor league deal, coincides with Blake Perkins shin fracture
                                                                                              Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                                                              
                                                                                              • 3/5: 2024 Panini Prospect Edition
                                                                                              • 3/21: 2024 Panini Select
                                                                                              • TBD: 2024 Topps Heritage High Number
                                                                                              • TBD: 2024 Panini Flawless
                                                                                              • TBD: 2024 Panini National Treasures
                                                                                              Categories Discussion – AL West Preview (12:20)
                                                                                              
                                                                                              NFBC Draft Position link: https://nfc.shgn.com/adp/baseball
                                                                                              
                                                                                              • Houston Astros
                                                                                                • Buy: Isaac Paredes, Hunter Brown, Framber Valdez
                                                                                                • Sell: Christian Walker, Ronel Blanco, Josh Hader
                                                                                                • “Prospect” Pick to Click: Cam Smith, Luis Encarnacion, Brice Matthews
                                                                                              • Los Angeles Angels
                                                                                                • Buy: Mike Trout, Kenley Jansen
                                                                                                • Sell: Pitching staff (minus Yusei Kikuchi), Jo Adell, Logan O’Hoppe
                                                                                                • “Prospect” Pick to Click: Christian Moore, Chris Cortez
                                                                                              • Sacramento Athletics
                                                                                                • Buy: JJ Bleday, Brent Rooker
                                                                                                • Sell: Zack Gelof, All Pitchers, Jeffrey Springs
                                                                                                • “Prospect” Pick to Click: Nick Kurtz, Colby Thomas, Mason Barnett
                                                                                              • Seattle Mariners
                                                                                                • Buy: Victor Robles, Matt Brash, Bryce Miller
                                                                                                • Sell: Bryce Miller, JP Crawford, Luis Castillo
                                                                                                • “Prospect” Pick to Click: Cole Young, Ryan Bliss, Logan Evans
                                                                                              • Texas Rangers
                                                                                                • Buy: Adolis Garcia, Josh Jung, Nathan Eovaldi
                                                                                                • Sell: Marcus Semien, Josh Jung, Wyatt Langford
                                                                                                • “Prospect” Pick to Click: Kumar Rocker, Malcolm Moore
                                                                                              ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64626314Fri, 28 Feb 2025 14:02:13 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 81st episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ are joined by https://bsky.app/profile/samfbb1.bsky.social of the https://www.youtube.com/@PallazzoPodcast and...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer are joined by Sam Wirsching of the Pallazzo Podcast and The Dynasty Guru to preview the AL West teams. For each team in the division, we each pick a player that for fantasy purposes we would buy, sell, and pick to click.
                                                                                              
                                                                                              You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                              
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                                                                                              Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                              
                                                                                              • Yankees finally change facial hair policy
                                                                                              • Andrew Heaney added to crew in Pittsburgh
                                                                                              • Sean Manaea dealing with oblique strain, Mets rotation in trouble
                                                                                              • Mark Canha back with Brew Crew on minor league deal, coincides with Blake Perkins shin fracture
                                                                                              Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                                                              
                                                                                              • 3/5: 2024 Panini Prospect Edition
                                                                                              • 3/21: 2024 Panini Select
                                                                                              • TBD: 2024 Topps Heritage High Number
                                                                                              • TBD: 2024 Panini Flawless
                                                                                              • TBD: 2024 Panini National Treasures
                                                                                              Categories Discussion – AL West Preview (12:20)
                                                                                              
                                                                                              NFBC Draft Position link: https://nfc.shgn.com/adp/baseball
                                                                                              
                                                                                              • Houston Astros
                                                                                                • Buy: Isaac Paredes, Hunter Brown, Framber Valdez
                                                                                                • Sell: Christian Walker, Ronel Blanco, Josh Hader
                                                                                                • “Prospect” Pick to Click: Cam Smith, Luis Encarnacion, Brice Matthews
                                                                                              • Los Angeles Angels
                                                                                                • Buy: Mike Trout, Kenley Jansen
                                                                                                • Sell: Pitching staff (minus Yusei Kikuchi), Jo Adell, Logan O’Hoppe
                                                                                                • “Prospect” Pick to Click: Christian Moore, Chris Cortez
                                                                                              • Sacramento Athletics
                                                                                                • Buy: JJ Bleday, Brent Rooker
                                                                                                • Sell: Zack Gelof, All Pitchers, Jeffrey Springs
                                                                                                • “Prospect” Pick to Click: Nick Kurtz, Colby Thomas, Mason Barnett
                                                                                              • Seattle...]]>7554adolis,al,angels,astros,athletics,baseball,cards,fantasy,mariners,mlb,nfbc,ohtani,rangers,razzball,robles,rooker,sports,trout,west,yankeesfalse181fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-80-nl-central-preview-with-erik-halterman--64475484Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer are joined by Erik Halterman of Rotowire, to discuss the start(?) of spring training and the latest MLB moves, then preview the NL Central teams. For each team in the division, we each pick a player that for fantasy purposes we would buy, sell, and pick to click.
                                                                                                
                                                                                                You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                
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                                                                                                Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                
                                                                                                • Alex Bregman lands in Bean Town
                                                                                                • Nick Pivetta inks deal in San Diego
                                                                                                • Corner Corner
                                                                                                  • Ty France signs with Twins, set to start “a lot”
                                                                                                  • Justin Turner signs with Cubs
                                                                                                • Angels Atrium
                                                                                                  • Mike Trout moved to right field
                                                                                                  • Anthony Rendon likely to miss all of 2025 with hip injury
                                                                                                • Frankie Montas shut down for 6-8 weeks with lat strain
                                                                                                Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                                                                
                                                                                                • 3/5: 2024 Panini Prospect Edition
                                                                                                • 3/21: 2024 Panini Select
                                                                                                • TBD: 2024 Topps Heritage High Number
                                                                                                • TBD: 2024 Panini Flawless
                                                                                                • TBD: 2024 Panini National Treasures
                                                                                                Categories Discussion – NL Central Preview (26:30)
                                                                                                
                                                                                                NFBC ADP link: https://nfc.shgn.com/adp/baseball
                                                                                                
                                                                                                • Chicago Cubs
                                                                                                  • Buy: Ian Happ, Porter Hodge, Dansby Swanson
                                                                                                  • Sell: Nico Hoerner x3
                                                                                                  • “Prospect” Pick to Click: Moises Ballesteros, Matt Shaw, James Triantos
                                                                                                • Cincinnati Reds
                                                                                                  • Buy: Gavin Lux, Nick Lodolo, Tyler Stephenson
                                                                                                  • Sell: Spencer Steer, Alexis Diaz
                                                                                                  • “Prospect” Pick to Click: Rhett Lowder, Cooper Bowman, Chase Petty
                                                                                                • Milwaukee Brewers
                                                                                                  • Buy: Garrett Mitchell, Christian Yelich, Aaron Civale
                                                                                                  • Sell: William Contreras, Freddy Peralta, Trevor Megill
                                                                                                  • “Prospect” Pick to Click: Caleb Durbin, Tyler Black, Cooper Pratt
                                                                                                • Pittsburgh Pirates
                                                                                                  • Buy: Jared Jones, Andrew McCutchen
                                                                                                  • Sell: Joey Bart, Paul Skenes, Oneil Cruz
                                                                                                  • “Prospect” Pick to Click: Braxton Ashcraft, Bubba Chandler, Sammy Siani
                                                                                                • St. Louis Cardinals
                                                                                                  • Buy: Willson Contreras, Lars Nootbaar, Michael McGreevy
                                                                                                  • Sell: Alec Burleson, Nolan Arenado, Ryan Helsley
                                                                                                  • “Prospect” Pick to Click: Quinn Mathews, Thomas Saggesse, Yairo Padilla
                                                                                                ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64475484Thu, 20 Feb 2025 14:56:23 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 80th episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ are joined by https://bsky.app/profile/erikhalterman.bsky.social of https://www.rotowire.com/writer/erik-halterman-1035, to discuss the start(?)...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer are joined by Erik Halterman of Rotowire, to discuss the start(?) of spring training and the latest MLB moves, then preview the NL Central teams. For each team in the division, we each pick a player that for fantasy purposes we would buy, sell, and pick to click.
                                                                                                
                                                                                                You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                
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                                                                                                Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                
                                                                                                • Alex Bregman lands in Bean Town
                                                                                                • Nick Pivetta inks deal in San Diego
                                                                                                • Corner Corner
                                                                                                  • Ty France signs with Twins, set to start “a lot”
                                                                                                  • Justin Turner signs with Cubs
                                                                                                • Angels Atrium
                                                                                                  • Mike Trout moved to right field
                                                                                                  • Anthony Rendon likely to miss all of 2025 with hip injury
                                                                                                • Frankie Montas shut down for 6-8 weeks with lat strain
                                                                                                Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                                                                
                                                                                                • 3/5: 2024 Panini Prospect Edition
                                                                                                • 3/21: 2024 Panini Select
                                                                                                • TBD: 2024 Topps Heritage High Number
                                                                                                • TBD: 2024 Panini Flawless
                                                                                                • TBD: 2024 Panini National Treasures
                                                                                                Categories Discussion – NL Central Preview (26:30)
                                                                                                
                                                                                                NFBC ADP link: https://nfc.shgn.com/adp/baseball
                                                                                                
                                                                                                • Chicago Cubs
                                                                                                  • Buy: Ian Happ, Porter Hodge, Dansby Swanson
                                                                                                  • Sell: Nico Hoerner x3
                                                                                                  • “Prospect” Pick to Click: Moises Ballesteros, Matt Shaw, James Triantos
                                                                                                • Cincinnati Reds
                                                                                                  • Buy: Gavin Lux, Nick Lodolo, Tyler Stephenson
                                                                                                  • Sell: Spencer Steer, Alexis Diaz
                                                                                                  • “Prospect” Pick to Click: Rhett Lowder, Cooper Bowman, Chase Petty
                                                                                                • Milwaukee Brewers
                                                                                                  • Buy: Garrett...]]>8948baseball,bregman,brewers,cardinals,cards,central,contreras,cubs,fantasy,mlb,nl,pirates,pivetta,razzball,reds,shaw,skenes,sports,troutfalse180fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-79-al-central-preview-with-keelin-billue-jordan-white--64359151Mike Couillard is joined by Keelin Billue, Razzball's former Ambulance Chaser, and Jordan White, formerly of Pitcher List and Razzball, to discuss the latest MLB moves and preview the AL Central teams. For each team in the division, we each pick a player that for fantasy purposes we would buy, sell, and pick to click.
                                                                                                    
                                                                                                    You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                    
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                                                                                                    Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                    
                                                                                                    • Tommy Pham joins the Pirates
                                                                                                    • Yoan Moncada lands with the Angels
                                                                                                    • Kershaw officially returns to Dodgers
                                                                                                    • Kenley Jansen bound for Orange County
                                                                                                    Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                                                                    
                                                                                                    • 2/12: 2024 Panini Three and Two
                                                                                                    • 2/12: 2025 Topps Series 1
                                                                                                    • 2/28: 2024 Panini Prospect Edition
                                                                                                    • 3/21: 2024 Panini Select
                                                                                                    • TBD: 2024 Topps Heritage High Number
                                                                                                    • TBD: 2024 Panini Flawless
                                                                                                    • TBD: 2024 Panini National Treasures
                                                                                                    Categories Discussion – AL Central Preview (13:44)NFBC ADP link: https://nfc.shgn.com/adp/baseball
                                                                                                    
                                                                                                    • Chicago White Sox
                                                                                                      • Buy: Miguel Vargas, Lenyn Sosa, Sean Burke
                                                                                                      • Sell: Luis Robert Jr., Andrew Benintendi
                                                                                                      • “Prospect” Pick to Click: Edgar Quero/Kyle Teel, Grant Taylor, Hagen Smith
                                                                                                    • Cleveland Guardians
                                                                                                      • Buy: Cade Smith, Steven Kwan, Gavin Williams
                                                                                                      • Sell: Emmanuel Clase, Jhonkensy Noel, Lane Thomas
                                                                                                      • “Prospect” Pick to Click: Matt Wilkinson, Chase DeLauter, Juan Brito
                                                                                                    • Detroit Tigers
                                                                                                      • Buy: Tyler Holton, Parker Meadows, Kerry Carpenter, Jack Flaherty
                                                                                                      • Sell: Tarik Skubal, Spencer Torkelson, Gleyber Torres
                                                                                                      • “Prospect” Pick to Click: Colt Keith, Jackson Jobe, Hao-Yu Lee
                                                                                                    • Kansas City Royals
                                                                                                      • Buy: Kris Bubic, Vinnie Pasquantino
                                                                                                      • Sell: Jonathan India, Maikel Garcia
                                                                                                      • “Prospect” Pick to Click: Gavin Cross, Jac Caglianone, Noah Cameron
                                                                                                    • Minnesota Twins
                                                                                                      • Buy: Griffin Jax, Trevor Larnach, Jose Miranda, Matt Wallner, Bailey Ober
                                                                                                      • Sell: Walker Jenkins, Royce Lewis, Willi Castro
                                                                                                      • “Prospect” Pick to Click: Emmanuel Rodriguez, Luke Keaschall
                                                                                                     ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64359151Thu, 13 Feb 2025 14:56:34 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 79th episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ is joined by https://bsky.app/profile/keelin12ft.bsky.social, https://razzball.com/author/keelinbillue/, and https://bsky.app/profile/buntsingles.bsky.social, formerly of...Mike Couillard is joined by Keelin Billue, Razzball's former Ambulance Chaser, and Jordan White, formerly of Pitcher List and Razzball, to discuss the latest MLB moves and preview the AL Central teams. For each team in the division, we each pick a player that for fantasy purposes we would buy, sell, and pick to click.
                                                                                                    
                                                                                                    You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                    
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                                                                                                    Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                    
                                                                                                    • Tommy Pham joins the Pirates
                                                                                                    • Yoan Moncada lands with the Angels
                                                                                                    • Kershaw officially returns to Dodgers
                                                                                                    • Kenley Jansen bound for Orange County
                                                                                                    Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                                                                    
                                                                                                    • 2/12: 2024 Panini Three and Two
                                                                                                    • 2/12: 2025 Topps Series 1
                                                                                                    • 2/28: 2024 Panini Prospect Edition
                                                                                                    • 3/21: 2024 Panini Select
                                                                                                    • TBD: 2024 Topps Heritage High Number
                                                                                                    • TBD: 2024 Panini Flawless
                                                                                                    • TBD: 2024 Panini National Treasures
                                                                                                    Categories Discussion – AL Central Preview (13:44)NFBC ADP link: https://nfc.shgn.com/adp/baseball
                                                                                                    
                                                                                                    • Chicago White Sox
                                                                                                      • Buy: Miguel Vargas, Lenyn Sosa, Sean Burke
                                                                                                      • Sell: Luis Robert Jr., Andrew Benintendi
                                                                                                      • “Prospect” Pick to Click: Edgar Quero/Kyle Teel, Grant Taylor, Hagen Smith
                                                                                                    • Cleveland Guardians
                                                                                                      • Buy: Cade Smith, Steven Kwan, Gavin Williams
                                                                                                      • Sell: Emmanuel Clase, Jhonkensy Noel, Lane Thomas
                                                                                                      • “Prospect” Pick to Click: Matt Wilkinson, Chase DeLauter, Juan Brito
                                                                                                    • Detroit Tigers
                                                                                                      • Buy: Tyler Holton, Parker Meadows, Kerry Carpenter, Jack Flaherty
                                                                                                      • Sell: Tarik Skubal, Spencer Torkelson, Gleyber Torres
                                                                                                      • “Prospect” Pick to Click: Colt Keith, Jackson Jobe, Hao-Yu Lee
                                                                                                    • Kansas City Royals
                                                                                                      • Buy: Kris Bubic, Vinnie Pasquantino
                                                                                                      • Sell: Jonathan India, Maikel Garcia
                                                                                                      • “Prospect” Pick to Click: Gavin Cross, Jac Caglianone, Noah Cameron
                                                                                                    • Minnesota...]]>63682025,baseball,cards,dodgers,fantasy,guardians,jansen,jobe,kershaw,mlb,moncada,pham,preview,razzball,royals,skubal,sox,tigers,twins,whitefalse179fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-78-2025-topps-series-one-overview--64284818Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer analyze Pete Alonso's return to Queens before discussing the biggest baseball card release of the year – 2025 Topps Series 1! The 2025 baseball card products have officially launched so tune in for a deep dive on this release, available for purchase on Feb. 12.
                                                                                                      
                                                                                                      You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                      
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                                                                                                      Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                      
                                                                                                      • Pete Alonso re-signs with Mets
                                                                                                      Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                                                                      
                                                                                                      • 2/12: 2024 Panini Three and Two
                                                                                                      • 2/12: 2025 Topps Series 1
                                                                                                      • 2/28: 2024 Panini Prospect Edition
                                                                                                      • 3/21: 2024 Panini Select
                                                                                                      • TBD: 2024 Topps Heritage High Number
                                                                                                      • TBD: 2024 Panini Flawless
                                                                                                      • TBD: 2024 Panini National Treasures
                                                                                                      Cards Discussion – 2025 Topps Series One (link to Razzball post)
                                                                                                      
                                                                                                      • Beckett preview and checklist
                                                                                                      • Chasing Majors checklist with odds and print runs and separate rookie checklist
                                                                                                      • Page to order from Topps on Feb. 12
                                                                                                      • Card Numero Uno goes to Shohei Ohtani
                                                                                                      • All Aces design for 2025
                                                                                                      • Player Number Variation examples
                                                                                                      • Dancing Dodgers parallels
                                                                                                      ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64284818Sun, 09 Feb 2025 17:30:26 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 78th episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ analyze Pete Alonso's return to Queens before discussing the biggest baseball card release of the year – 2025 Topps Series 1! The 2025 baseball...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer analyze Pete Alonso's return to Queens before discussing the biggest baseball card release of the year – 2025 Topps Series 1! The 2025 baseball card products have officially launched so tune in for a deep dive on this release, available for purchase on Feb. 12.
                                                                                                      
                                                                                                      You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                      
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                                                                                                      Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                      
                                                                                                      • Pete Alonso re-signs with Mets
                                                                                                      Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                                                                      
                                                                                                      • 2/12: 2024 Panini Three and Two
                                                                                                      • 2/12: 2025 Topps Series 1
                                                                                                      • 2/28: 2024 Panini Prospect Edition
                                                                                                      • 3/21: 2024 Panini Select
                                                                                                      • TBD: 2024 Topps Heritage High Number
                                                                                                      • TBD: 2024 Panini Flawless
                                                                                                      • TBD: 2024 Panini National Treasures
                                                                                                      Cards Discussion – 2025 Topps Series One (link to Razzball post)
                                                                                                      
                                                                                                      • Beckett preview and checklist
                                                                                                      • Chasing Majors checklist with odds and print runs and separate rookie checklist
                                                                                                      • Page to order from Topps on Feb. 12
                                                                                                      • Card Numero Uno goes to Shohei Ohtani
                                                                                                      • All Aces design for 2025
                                                                                                      • Player Number Variation examples
                                                                                                      • Dancing Dodgers parallels
                                                                                                      ]]>3813alonso,baseball,cards,collecting,dodgers,fantasy,kelce,mcgreevy,mets,mlb,ohtani,razzball,schwellenbach,sports,toppsfalse178fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-77-nl-east-preview-with-joe-orrico--64231348Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer are joined by Joe Orrico of FanGraphs and FantasyPros, to discuss the latest MLB moves and preview the NL East teams. For each team in the division, we each pick a player that for fantasy purposes we would buy, sell, and pick to click.
                                                                                                      
                                                                                                      You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                      
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                                                                                                      Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                      
                                                                                                      • Jack Flaherty returns to Detroit with two-year pact
                                                                                                      • Max Scherzer joins the Blue Jays
                                                                                                      • Jorge Polanco re-signs with Mariners
                                                                                                        • Mike Petriello’s piece on T-Mobile Park
                                                                                                      • Twins agree to deal with Harrison Bader
                                                                                                      • Orioles bring aboard Ramon Laureano
                                                                                                      • Mookie Betts autos are back
                                                                                                      • Diamond Icons Liquid Silver
                                                                                                      Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                                                                      
                                                                                                      • 2/5: 2024 Topps Diamond Icons
                                                                                                      • 2/12: 2024 Panini Three and Two
                                                                                                      • 2/15: 2025 Topps Series 1
                                                                                                      • 2/28: 2024 Panini Prospect Edition
                                                                                                      • 3/21: 2024 Panini Select
                                                                                                      • TBD: 2024 Topps Heritage High Number
                                                                                                      • TBD: 2024 Panini Flawless
                                                                                                      • TBD: 2024 Panini National Treasures
                                                                                                      Categories Discussion – NL East Preview (23:37)
                                                                                                      
                                                                                                      NFBC ADP link: https://nfc.shgn.com/adp/baseball
                                                                                                      
                                                                                                      • Atlanta Braves
                                                                                                        • Buy: Ozzie Albies, Spencer Schwellenbach, Ian Anderson
                                                                                                        • Sell: Sean Murphy, Spencer Strider, Ronald Acuna Jr
                                                                                                        • “Prospect” Pick to Click: Drake Baldwin, Didier Fuentes, Royber Salinas 
                                                                                                      • Miami Marlins
                                                                                                        • Buy: Sandy Alcantara, Connor Norby, Liam Hicks
                                                                                                        • Sell: Sandy Alcantara, Xavier Edwards, Max Meyer
                                                                                                        • “Prospect” Pick to Click: Deyvison De Los Santos, Thomas White, Ronny Simon
                                                                                                      • New York Mets
                                                                                                        • Buy: David Peterson, Clay Holmes
                                                                                                        • Sell: Juan Soto, Mark Vientos, Sean Manaea
                                                                                                        • “Prospect” Pick to Click: Luisangel Acuna, Brandon Sproat, Jonah Tong 
                                                                                                      • Philadelphia Phillies
                                                                                                        • Buy: J.T. Realmuto, Orion Kerkering, Aaron Nola
                                                                                                        • Sell: Jordan Romano, Zach Wheeler, Jesus Luzardo
                                                                                                        • “Prospect” Pick to Click: Justin Crawford, Aidan Miller, Moises Chace
                                                                                                      • Washington Nationals
                                                                                                        • Buy: DJ Herz, Jose Tena
                                                                                                        • Sell: CJ Abrams, James Wood, Nathaniel Lowe
                                                                                                        • “Prospect” Pick to Click: Jarlin Susana, Travis Sykora
                                                                                                       ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64231348Thu, 06 Feb 2025 16:30:10 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 77th episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ are joined by https://bsky.app/profile/joeorrico99.bsky.social of https://fantasy.fangraphs.com/author/joeorrico99/ and...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer are joined by Joe Orrico of FanGraphs and FantasyPros, to discuss the latest MLB moves and preview the NL East teams. For each team in the division, we each pick a player that for fantasy purposes we would buy, sell, and pick to click.
                                                                                                      
                                                                                                      You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                      
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                                                                                                      Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                      
                                                                                                      • Jack Flaherty returns to Detroit with two-year pact
                                                                                                      • Max Scherzer joins the Blue Jays
                                                                                                      • Jorge Polanco re-signs with Mariners
                                                                                                        • Mike Petriello’s piece on T-Mobile Park
                                                                                                      • Twins agree to deal with Harrison Bader
                                                                                                      • Orioles bring aboard Ramon Laureano
                                                                                                      • Mookie Betts autos are back
                                                                                                      • Diamond Icons Liquid Silver
                                                                                                      Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                                                                      
                                                                                                      • 2/5: 2024 Topps Diamond Icons
                                                                                                      • 2/12: 2024 Panini Three and Two
                                                                                                      • 2/15: 2025 Topps Series 1
                                                                                                      • 2/28: 2024 Panini Prospect Edition
                                                                                                      • 3/21: 2024 Panini Select
                                                                                                      • TBD: 2024 Topps Heritage High Number
                                                                                                      • TBD: 2024 Panini Flawless
                                                                                                      • TBD: 2024 Panini National Treasures
                                                                                                      Categories Discussion – NL East Preview (23:37)
                                                                                                      
                                                                                                      NFBC ADP link: https://nfc.shgn.com/adp/baseball
                                                                                                      
                                                                                                      • Atlanta Braves
                                                                                                        • Buy: Ozzie Albies, Spencer Schwellenbach, Ian Anderson
                                                                                                        • Sell: Sean Murphy, Spencer Strider, Ronald Acuna Jr
                                                                                                        • “Prospect” Pick to Click: Drake Baldwin, Didier Fuentes, Royber Salinas 
                                                                                                      • Miami Marlins
                                                                                                        • Buy:...]]>8278acuna,alcantara,baseball,betts,braves,cards,fangraphs,fantasy,flaherty,marlins,mets,mlb,mookie,nationals,phillies,soto,sports,tigers,topps,wheelerfalse177fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-76-nl-west-preview-with-taylor-corso--64043089Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer are joined by Taylor Corso of the Dynasty Baseball Pickups podcast and Prospects Live, to discuss the latest MLB moves and preview the NL West teams. For each team in the division, we each pick a player that for fantasy purposes we would buy, sell, and pick to click.
                                                                                                          
                                                                                                          You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                          
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                                                                                                          Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                          
                                                                                                          • Jurickson Profar inks three-year deal with Atlanta
                                                                                                          • Rays set to sign Ha-Seong Kim
                                                                                                          • Closer chaos:
                                                                                                            • Ryan Pressly dealt to Cubs, likely to close
                                                                                                            • Royals bring in Carlos Estevez
                                                                                                          Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                                                                          
                                                                                                          • 2/12: 2024 Panini Three and Two
                                                                                                          • 2/15: 2025 Topps Series 1
                                                                                                          • TBD: 2024 Topps Heritage High Number
                                                                                                          Categories Discussion – NL West Preview (14:40)
                                                                                                          
                                                                                                          NFBC ADP link: https://nfc.shgn.com/adp/baseball
                                                                                                          
                                                                                                          • Arizona Diamondbacks
                                                                                                            • Buy: Alek Thomas, Brandon Pfaadt, Justin Martinez 
                                                                                                            • Sell: Jake McCarthy, Corbin Carroll, Josh Naylor 
                                                                                                            • “Prospect” Pick to Click: JD Dix, Pavin Smith, Gino Groover  
                                                                                                          • Colorado Rockies
                                                                                                            • Buy: Jordan Beck, Michael Toglia, Hunter Goodman 
                                                                                                            • Sell: Michael Toglia, All Pitching, Nolan Jones 
                                                                                                            • “Prospect” Pick to Click: Chase Dollander, Cole Carrigg, Yanquiel Fernandez 
                                                                                                          • Los Angeles Dodgers
                                                                                                            • Buy: Andy Pages, Tommy Edman
                                                                                                            • Sell: Hyeseong Kim, Roki Sasaki, Freddie Freeman 
                                                                                                            • “Prospect” Pick to Click: Joendry Vargas, Zyhir Hope, Jackson Ferris  
                                                                                                          • San Diego Padres
                                                                                                            • Buy: Xander Bogaerts, Michael King, Tirso Ornelas 
                                                                                                            • Sell: Jake Cronenworth, Luis Arraez, Fernando Tatis Jr. 
                                                                                                            • “Prospect” Pick to Click: Cobb Hightower, Leodalis De Vries, Eguy Rosario  
                                                                                                          • San Francisco Giants
                                                                                                            • Buy: Hayden Birdsong, Ryan Walker, Kyle Harrison 
                                                                                                            • Sell: Camilo Doval, Willy Adames
                                                                                                            • “Prospect” Pick to Click: Jhonny Level, Luis Matos, Hayden Birdsong 
                                                                                                           ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64043089Thu, 30 Jan 2025 14:47:21 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 76th episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ are joined by https://bsky.app/profile/dynastypickups.bsky.social of the https://open.spotify.com/show/4k5QZg8dZghxBJ9YXElMat?si=d23d4b635f7242ac...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer are joined by Taylor Corso of the Dynasty Baseball Pickups podcast and Prospects Live, to discuss the latest MLB moves and preview the NL West teams. For each team in the division, we each pick a player that for fantasy purposes we would buy, sell, and pick to click.
                                                                                                          
                                                                                                          You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                          
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                                                                                                          Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                          
                                                                                                          • Jurickson Profar inks three-year deal with Atlanta
                                                                                                          • Rays set to sign Ha-Seong Kim
                                                                                                          • Closer chaos:
                                                                                                            • Ryan Pressly dealt to Cubs, likely to close
                                                                                                            • Royals bring in Carlos Estevez
                                                                                                          Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                                                                          
                                                                                                          • 2/12: 2024 Panini Three and Two
                                                                                                          • 2/15: 2025 Topps Series 1
                                                                                                          • TBD: 2024 Topps Heritage High Number
                                                                                                          Categories Discussion – NL West Preview (14:40)
                                                                                                          
                                                                                                          NFBC ADP link: https://nfc.shgn.com/adp/baseball
                                                                                                          
                                                                                                          • Arizona Diamondbacks
                                                                                                            • Buy: Alek Thomas, Brandon Pfaadt, Justin Martinez 
                                                                                                            • Sell: Jake McCarthy, Corbin Carroll, Josh Naylor 
                                                                                                            • “Prospect” Pick to Click: JD Dix, Pavin Smith, Gino Groover  
                                                                                                          • Colorado Rockies
                                                                                                            • Buy: Jordan Beck, Michael Toglia, Hunter Goodman 
                                                                                                            • Sell: Michael Toglia, All Pitching, Nolan Jones 
                                                                                                            • “Prospect” Pick to Click: Chase Dollander, Cole Carrigg, Yanquiel Fernandez 
                                                                                                          • Los Angeles Dodgers
                                                                                                            • Buy: Andy Pages, Tommy Edman
                                                                                                            • Sell: Hyeseong Kim, Roki Sasaki, Freddie Freeman 
                                                                                                            • “Prospect” Pick to Click: Joendry Vargas, Zyhir Hope, Jackson Ferris  
                                                                                                          • San Diego Padres
                                                                                                            • Buy: Xander Bogaerts, Michael King, Tirso Ornelas 
                                                                                                            • Sell: Jake Cronenworth, Luis Arraez, Fernando Tatis Jr. 
                                                                                                            • “Prospect” Pick to Click: Cobb Hightower, Leodalis De Vries, Eguy Rosario  
                                                                                                          • San Francisco Giants
                                                                                                            • Buy: Hayden Birdsong, Ryan Walker, Kyle Harrison 
                                                                                                            • Sell: Camilo Doval, Willy Adames
                                                                                                            • “Prospect” Pick to Click: Jhonny Level, Luis Matos, Hayden Birdsong 
                                                                                                           ]]>8544baseball,braves,cards,diamondbacks,dodgers,fantasy,giants,mlb,nfbc,padres,profar,razzball,rockies,roto,sasaki,sportsfalse176fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-75-al-east-preview-with-matt-frank--63852485Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer are joined by Matt Frank aka Marmosdad, Razzball's Top 100 Pitchers writer, to discuss Roki Sasaki joining the Dodgers and preview the AL East teams. For each team in the division, we each pick a player that for fantasy purposes we would buy, sell, and pick to click.
                                                                                                          
                                                                                                          You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                          
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                                                                                                          Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                          
                                                                                                          • Dodgers continue reign of terror:
                                                                                                            • Roki Sasaki joins Dodgers
                                                                                                            • Tanner Scott inks four-year deal with LA
                                                                                                            • Kirby Yates lands with Dodgers
                                                                                                          • Blue Jays to sign Anthony Santander
                                                                                                          • Shotaro Morii bypasses NPB, signs with A’s in international free agency
                                                                                                          Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                                                                          
                                                                                                          • 1/22: 2024 Topps Transcendent
                                                                                                          • 1/25: 2024 Topps Diamond Icons
                                                                                                          • 2/12: 2024 Panini Three and Two
                                                                                                          • 2/15: 2025 Topps Series 1
                                                                                                          • TBD: 2024 Topps Black & White
                                                                                                          • TBD: 2024 Topps Definitive
                                                                                                          • TBD: 2024 Topps Heritage High Number
                                                                                                          Categories Discussion - AL East Preview (27:40)
                                                                                                          
                                                                                                          NFBC ADP link: https://nfc.shgn.com/adp/baseball
                                                                                                          
                                                                                                          • Baltimore Orioles
                                                                                                            • Buy: Tyler O’Neill, Heston Kjerstad, Cedric Mullins
                                                                                                            • Sell: Felix Bautista, Adley Rutschman
                                                                                                            • “Prospect” Pick to Click: Jordan Westburg, Dylan Beavers
                                                                                                          • Boston Red Sox
                                                                                                            • Buy: Wilyer Abreu, Trevor Story, Connor Wong
                                                                                                            • Sell: Garrett Crochet, Nick Pivetta, Ceddanne Rafaela
                                                                                                            • “Prospect” Pick to Click: Kristian Campbell, Nelly Taylor
                                                                                                          • New York Yankees
                                                                                                            • Buy: Austin Wells, Clarke Schmidt
                                                                                                            • Sell: Jazz Chisholm Jr., Devin Williams
                                                                                                            • “Prospect” Pick to Click: Spencer Jones, Ben Rice, Jorbit Vivas 
                                                                                                          • Tampa Bay Rays
                                                                                                            • Buy: Yandy Diaz, Taj Bradley, Christopher Morel
                                                                                                            • Sell: Taj Bradley, Ryan Pepiot, Shane McClanahan
                                                                                                            • “Prospect” Pick to Click: Junior Caminero, Aidan Smith, Colton Ledbetter
                                                                                                          • Toronto Blue Jays
                                                                                                            • Buy: Vladimir Guerrero Jr., Will Wagner, Ernie Clement
                                                                                                            • Sell: George Springer, Andres Gimenez, Jeff Hoffman
                                                                                                            • “Prospect” Pick to Click: Bowden Francis, Ricky Tiedemann, Arjun Nimmala
                                                                                                          ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63852485Thu, 23 Jan 2025 15:50:43 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 75th episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ are joined by https://razzball.com/author/movaughn/, Razzball's https://razzball.com/category/top-100-starting-pitchers/ writer, to discuss Roki...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer are joined by Matt Frank aka Marmosdad, Razzball's Top 100 Pitchers writer, to discuss Roki Sasaki joining the Dodgers and preview the AL East teams. For each team in the division, we each pick a player that for fantasy purposes we would buy, sell, and pick to click.
                                                                                                          
                                                                                                          You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                          
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                                                                                                          Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                          
                                                                                                          • Dodgers continue reign of terror:
                                                                                                            • Roki Sasaki joins Dodgers
                                                                                                            • Tanner Scott inks four-year deal with LA
                                                                                                            • Kirby Yates lands with Dodgers
                                                                                                          • Blue Jays to sign Anthony Santander
                                                                                                          • Shotaro Morii bypasses NPB, signs with A’s in international free agency
                                                                                                          Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                                                                          
                                                                                                          • 1/22: 2024 Topps Transcendent
                                                                                                          • 1/25: 2024 Topps Diamond Icons
                                                                                                          • 2/12: 2024 Panini Three and Two
                                                                                                          • 2/15: 2025 Topps Series 1
                                                                                                          • TBD: 2024 Topps Black & White
                                                                                                          • TBD: 2024 Topps Definitive
                                                                                                          • TBD: 2024 Topps Heritage High Number
                                                                                                          Categories Discussion - AL East Preview (27:40)
                                                                                                          
                                                                                                          NFBC ADP link: https://nfc.shgn.com/adp/baseball
                                                                                                          
                                                                                                          • Baltimore Orioles
                                                                                                            • Buy: Tyler O’Neill, Heston Kjerstad, Cedric Mullins
                                                                                                            • Sell: Felix Bautista, Adley Rutschman
                                                                                                            • “Prospect” Pick to Click: Jordan Westburg, Dylan Beavers
                                                                                                          • Boston Red Sox
                                                                                                            • Buy: Wilyer Abreu, Trevor Story, Connor Wong
                                                                                                            • Sell: Garrett Crochet, Nick Pivetta, Ceddanne Rafaela
                                                                                                            • “Prospect” Pick to Click: Kristian Campbell, Nelly Taylor
                                                                                                          • New York Yankees
                                                                                                            • Buy: Austin Wells, Clarke Schmidt
                                                                                                            • Sell: Jazz Chisholm Jr., Devin Williams
                                                                                                            • “Prospect” Pick to Click: Spencer Jones, Ben Rice, Jorbit Vivas 
                                                                                                          • Tampa Bay Rays
                                                                                                            • Buy: Yandy Diaz, Taj Bradley, Christopher Morel
                                                                                                            • Sell: Taj Bradley, Ryan Pepiot, Shane McClanahan
                                                                                                            • “Prospect” Pick to Click: Junior Caminero, Aidan Smith, Colton Ledbetter
                                                                                                          • Toronto Blue Jays
                                                                                                            • Buy: Vladimir Guerrero Jr., Will Wagner, Ernie Clement
                                                                                                            • Sell: George Springer, Andres...]]>9313baltimore,baseball,blue,boston,cards,dodgers,fantasy,jays,mlb,orioles,rays,razzball,red,roki,sasaki,sox,sports,topps,toronto,yankeesfalse175fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-74-draft-and-hold-strategies-with-derek-vanriper--63705046Mike Couillard is joined by special guest, Derek VanRiper of The Athletic and host of the Rates & Barrels podcast, to discuss the nuances of draft-and-hold leagues like NFBC's 50-round Draft Champions and Gladiator formats. What strategies and players archetypes get a boost in these non-traditional formats that don't have in-season moves?
                                                                                                              
                                                                                                              You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                              
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                                                                                                              Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                              
                                                                                                              • Sign up for Razzball subscriptions using this link
                                                                                                              • DVR's bluesky profile
                                                                                                              • The Rates & Barrels YouTube page
                                                                                                              • Topps 2025 Series 1 design released, pre-orders open
                                                                                                              • The iconic 1989 Upper Deck #1 Ken Griffey Jr. rookie card
                                                                                                              • 1983 Topps set info on TCDB
                                                                                                              Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                                                                              
                                                                                                              • 1/15: 2024 Bowman’s Best
                                                                                                              • 1/17: 2024 Bowman Draft Sapphire
                                                                                                              • 1/22: 2024 Topps Transcendent
                                                                                                              • 1/25: 2024 Topps Diamond Icons
                                                                                                              • 2/12: 2024 Panini Three and Two
                                                                                                              • 2/15: 2025 Topps Series 1
                                                                                                              • TBD: Topps Black & White
                                                                                                              • TBD: Topps Definitive
                                                                                                              Categories Discussion
                                                                                                              
                                                                                                              NFBC Draft formats (our discussion focuses on Draft Champions and Gladiator)
                                                                                                              
                                                                                                              Players discussed:
                                                                                                              
                                                                                                              • High-floor pitchers:
                                                                                                                • Tobias Myers
                                                                                                                • Sonny Gray
                                                                                                                • Frankie Montas
                                                                                                              • Utility bats:
                                                                                                                • Tyler Black
                                                                                                                • Spencer Horwitz
                                                                                                                • Isiah Kiner-Falefa
                                                                                                                • Hunter Goodman
                                                                                                              ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63705046Thu, 16 Jan 2025 14:46:44 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 74th episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ is joined by special guest, https://bsky.app/profile/dvr.bsky.social of The Athletic and host of the https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/podcast/15-rates-and-barrels/, to discuss the nuances of...Mike Couillard is joined by special guest, Derek VanRiper of The Athletic and host of the Rates & Barrels podcast, to discuss the nuances of draft-and-hold leagues like NFBC's 50-round Draft Champions and Gladiator formats. What strategies and players archetypes get a boost in these non-traditional formats that don't have in-season moves?
                                                                                                              
                                                                                                              You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                              
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                                                                                                              Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                              
                                                                                                              • Sign up for Razzball subscriptions using this link
                                                                                                              • DVR's bluesky profile
                                                                                                              • The Rates & Barrels YouTube page
                                                                                                              • Topps 2025 Series 1 design released, pre-orders open
                                                                                                              • The iconic 1989 Upper Deck #1 Ken Griffey Jr. rookie card
                                                                                                              • 1983 Topps set info on TCDB
                                                                                                              Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                                                                              
                                                                                                              • 1/15: 2024 Bowman’s Best
                                                                                                              • 1/17: 2024 Bowman Draft Sapphire
                                                                                                              • 1/22: 2024 Topps Transcendent
                                                                                                              • 1/25: 2024 Topps Diamond Icons
                                                                                                              • 2/12: 2024 Panini Three and Two
                                                                                                              • 2/15: 2025 Topps Series 1
                                                                                                              • TBD: Topps Black & White
                                                                                                              • TBD: Topps Definitive
                                                                                                              Categories Discussion
                                                                                                              
                                                                                                              NFBC Draft formats (our discussion focuses on Draft Champions and Gladiator)
                                                                                                              
                                                                                                              Players discussed:
                                                                                                              
                                                                                                              • High-floor pitchers:
                                                                                                                • Tobias Myers
                                                                                                                • Sonny Gray
                                                                                                                • Frankie Montas
                                                                                                              • Utility bats:
                                                                                                                • Tyler Black
                                                                                                                • Spencer Horwitz
                                                                                                                • Isiah Kiner-Falefa
                                                                                                                • Hunter Goodman
                                                                                                              ]]>3449baseball,brewers,cards,draft,fantasy,mlb,nfbc,pirates,razzball,rockies,sportsfalse174fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-73-player-rater-surprises--63620659Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by bantering about the latest and greatest MLB moves and baseball card news. Then we examine the Razzball 2025 Player Rater projections for players with the largest value swings from 2024 and analyze accordingly.
                                                                                                              
                                                                                                              You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                              
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                                                                                                              Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                              
                                                                                                              • Sign up for Razzball subscriptions using this link
                                                                                                              • Hyesong Kim signs with Dodgers 
                                                                                                              • Gavin Lux dealt to Reds for prospect and a comp pick 
                                                                                                              • Charlie Morton inks one-year deal with O’s 
                                                                                                              • Justin Verlander lands with Giants 
                                                                                                              • Rangers enlist Chris Martin, a Top 12 AL Pitcher 
                                                                                                              • Josh Rojas joins the White Sox
                                                                                                              • 2025 Topps Series 1 hobby box design is out 
                                                                                                              • The shirtless autos PC
                                                                                                              Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                                                                              
                                                                                                              • 1/8: 2024 Topps Archives
                                                                                                              • 1/15: 2024 Bowman’s Best
                                                                                                              • 1/17: 2024 Bowman Draft Sapphire
                                                                                                              • TBD: Topps Black & White
                                                                                                              • TBD: Topps Definitive
                                                                                                              Categories Discussion (45:54)
                                                                                                              
                                                                                                              Razzball 2025 Preseason Player Rater (15-team 5x5 Roto)
                                                                                                              Razzball 2024 Final Player Rater (15-team, 5x5 Roto)
                                                                                                              
                                                                                                              Players discussed:
                                                                                                              
                                                                                                              • Gainers:
                                                                                                                • Julio Rodriguez
                                                                                                                • Austin Riley
                                                                                                                • Garrett Crochet
                                                                                                                • Joe Ryan
                                                                                                                • David Bednar
                                                                                                                • Jhoan Duran
                                                                                                              • Losers:
                                                                                                                • Shohei Ohtani & Aaron Judge
                                                                                                                • Jurickson Profar
                                                                                                                • Willy Adames
                                                                                                                • Brent Rooker
                                                                                                                • Marcell Ozuna
                                                                                                                • Seth Lugo
                                                                                                                • Ronel Blanco
                                                                                                                • Tobias Myers
                                                                                                                • Luis Gil
                                                                                                              ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63620659Thu, 09 Jan 2025 02:09:40 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 73rd episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ open by bantering about the latest and greatest MLB moves and baseball card news. Then we examine the Razzball 2025 Player Rater projections for...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by bantering about the latest and greatest MLB moves and baseball card news. Then we examine the Razzball 2025 Player Rater projections for players with the largest value swings from 2024 and analyze accordingly.
                                                                                                              
                                                                                                              You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                              
                                                                                                              We have Cards & Categories swag for purchase here!
                                                                                                              
                                                                                                              Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                              
                                                                                                              • Sign up for Razzball subscriptions using this link
                                                                                                              • Hyesong Kim signs with Dodgers 
                                                                                                              • Gavin Lux dealt to Reds for prospect and a comp pick 
                                                                                                              • Charlie Morton inks one-year deal with O’s 
                                                                                                              • Justin Verlander lands with Giants 
                                                                                                              • Rangers enlist Chris Martin, a Top 12 AL Pitcher 
                                                                                                              • Josh Rojas joins the White Sox
                                                                                                              • 2025 Topps Series 1 hobby box design is out 
                                                                                                              • The shirtless autos PC
                                                                                                              Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                                                                              
                                                                                                              • 1/8: 2024 Topps Archives
                                                                                                              • 1/15: 2024 Bowman’s Best
                                                                                                              • 1/17: 2024 Bowman Draft Sapphire
                                                                                                              • TBD: Topps Black & White
                                                                                                              • TBD: Topps Definitive
                                                                                                              Categories Discussion (45:54)
                                                                                                              
                                                                                                              Razzball 2025 Preseason Player Rater (15-team 5x5 Roto)
                                                                                                              Razzball 2024 Final Player Rater (15-team, 5x5 Roto)
                                                                                                              
                                                                                                              Players discussed:
                                                                                                              
                                                                                                              • Gainers:
                                                                                                                • Julio Rodriguez
                                                                                                                • Austin Riley
                                                                                                                • Garrett Crochet
                                                                                                                • Joe Ryan
                                                                                                                • David Bednar
                                                                                                                • Jhoan Duran
                                                                                                              • Losers:
                                                                                                                • Shohei Ohtani & Aaron Judge
                                                                                                                • Jurickson Profar
                                                                                                                • Willy Adames
                                                                                                                • Brent Rooker
                                                                                                                • Marcell Ozuna
                                                                                                                • Seth Lugo
                                                                                                                • Ronel Blanco
                                                                                                                • Tobias Myers
                                                                                                                • Luis Gil
                                                                                                              ]]>6474baseball,cards,dodgers,fantasy,judge,kim,mlb,morton,ohtani,orioles,rangers,razzball,sports,topps,verlanderfalse173fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-72-it-s-rickey-time--63545649Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by memorializing Rickey Henderson and discussing the bevvy of holiday MLB transactions including Corbin Burnes signing with Arizona. Then we pick six of our favorite Rickey cards to induct into the podcast PC.
                                                                                                              
                                                                                                              You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                              
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                                                                                                              Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                              
                                                                                                              • Rickey Henderson passes away at 65
                                                                                                              • Corbin Burnes signs mega-deal with Arizona 
                                                                                                              • Teoscar Hernandez returns to LA
                                                                                                              • Sean Manaea re-joins Mets
                                                                                                              • Buehler to Bean Town
                                                                                                              • Astros bring in Christian Walker
                                                                                                              • D-backs trade Slade Cecconi for Josh Naylor
                                                                                                              • Paul Goldschmidt heading to the Bronx
                                                                                                              • Guardians bring home Carlos Santana
                                                                                                              • Gio Urshela to the A's
                                                                                                              • Nats ship Robert Garcia out for Nathaniel Lowe 
                                                                                                              • Josh Bell returns to Nationals
                                                                                                              • Tigers land Gleyber Torres on one-year deal
                                                                                                              • Phils add Jesus Luzardo
                                                                                                              • Rangers ink Joc Pederson
                                                                                                              • Cutch back in 'Burgh
                                                                                                              • Barry Bonds autos are back in Topps products
                                                                                                              Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                                                                              
                                                                                                              • 1/3: Topps Luminaries
                                                                                                              • 1/8: 2024 Topps Archives
                                                                                                              • 1/15: 2024 Bowman’s Best
                                                                                                              • TBD: Topps Black & White
                                                                                                              • TBD: Topps Definitive
                                                                                                              Cards Discussion (1:00:15)
                                                                                                              
                                                                                                              The Rickey PC (link to Razzball post)
                                                                                                              
                                                                                                              • 1980 Topps #482 RC
                                                                                                              • 2004 Upper Deck #188
                                                                                                              • 1977 Chong Modesto A's "Ricky" Henderson
                                                                                                              • 1994 Collector’s Choice #131 Silver Signature
                                                                                                              • 2020 Topps Stadium Club Chrome #399 wave refractor
                                                                                                              • 2024 Topps Chrome Update #CLA-RH auto /50
                                                                                                              ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63545649Thu, 02 Jan 2025 14:58:54 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 72nd episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ open by memorializing Rickey Henderson and discussing the bevvy of holiday MLB transactions including Corbin Burnes signing with Arizona. Then we...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by memorializing Rickey Henderson and discussing the bevvy of holiday MLB transactions including Corbin Burnes signing with Arizona. Then we pick six of our favorite Rickey cards to induct into the podcast PC.
                                                                                                              
                                                                                                              You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                              
                                                                                                              We have Cards & Categories swag for purchase here!
                                                                                                              
                                                                                                              Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                              
                                                                                                              • Rickey Henderson passes away at 65
                                                                                                              • Corbin Burnes signs mega-deal with Arizona 
                                                                                                              • Teoscar Hernandez returns to LA
                                                                                                              • Sean Manaea re-joins Mets
                                                                                                              • Buehler to Bean Town
                                                                                                              • Astros bring in Christian Walker
                                                                                                              • D-backs trade Slade Cecconi for Josh Naylor
                                                                                                              • Paul Goldschmidt heading to the Bronx
                                                                                                              • Guardians bring home Carlos Santana
                                                                                                              • Gio Urshela to the A's
                                                                                                              • Nats ship Robert Garcia out for Nathaniel Lowe 
                                                                                                              • Josh Bell returns to Nationals
                                                                                                              • Tigers land Gleyber Torres on one-year deal
                                                                                                              • Phils add Jesus Luzardo
                                                                                                              • Rangers ink Joc Pederson
                                                                                                              • Cutch back in 'Burgh
                                                                                                              • 5465arizona,athletics,baseball,boston,buehler,burnes,cards,collecting,corbin,dodgers,fantasy,henderson,mlb,oakland,razzball,rickey,sports,teoscarfalse172fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-71-ottoneu-omnibus--63393369Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by discussing the Kyle Tucker, Devin Williams, and Cody Bellinger trades along with other MLB transactional and baseball card news. Then we analyze offseason trade targets in Ottoneu (a fantasy baseball format hosted by FanGraphs) along with general strategies.
                                                                                                                
                                                                                                                You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                
                                                                                                                We have Cards & Categories swag for purchase here!
                                                                                                                
                                                                                                                Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                • Cubs land Kyle Tucker in blockbuster, send Isaac Paredes, Hayden Wesneski, and Cam Smith to Houston
                                                                                                                • Yankees trade for Devin Williams, ship out Nestor Cortes and Caleb Durbin
                                                                                                                • Cody Bellinger heading to the Bronx via trade
                                                                                                                • Tomoyuki Sugano signs with Orioles
                                                                                                                • A's acquire Jeffrey Springs via trade
                                                                                                                • View of the John Elway Bowman cards
                                                                                                                • Link to the Reggie Jackson retrofractor auto superfractor that was pulled
                                                                                                                Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                                                                                • 12/19: Topps Triple Threads
                                                                                                                • 12/20: Panini Prizm
                                                                                                                • 12/27: Bowman’s Best
                                                                                                                • 1/8: 2024 Topps Archives
                                                                                                                • TBD: Topps Luminaries
                                                                                                                • TBD: Topps Black & White
                                                                                                                Categories Discussion (56:27)
                                                                                                                
                                                                                                                Ottoneu Omnibus
                                                                                                                • Ottoneu rules
                                                                                                                • Player archetypes discussed along with names considered:
                                                                                                                  • 1B/OFs - Michael Toglia
                                                                                                                  • Bullpen targets - Griffin Jax, Edwin Uceta, Jason Foley, Cade Smith
                                                                                                                  • MI saviors - Jordan Westburg
                                                                                                                  • OF studs - Kerry Carpenter, Trevor Larnach, Pete Crow-Armstrong
                                                                                                                  • Aces-in-waiting - Hunter Brown, Bryce Miller
                                                                                                                  • Converted relievers - Kris Bubic
                                                                                                                ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63393369Thu, 19 Dec 2024 14:51:11 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 71st episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ open by discussing the Kyle Tucker, Devin Williams, and Cody Bellinger trades along with other MLB transactional and baseball card news. Then we...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by discussing the Kyle Tucker, Devin Williams, and Cody Bellinger trades along with other MLB transactional and baseball card news. Then we analyze offseason trade targets in Ottoneu (a fantasy baseball format hosted by FanGraphs) along with general strategies.
                                                                                                                
                                                                                                                You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                
                                                                                                                We have Cards & Categories swag for purchase here!
                                                                                                                
                                                                                                                Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                • Cubs land Kyle Tucker in blockbuster, send Isaac Paredes, Hayden Wesneski, and Cam Smith to Houston
                                                                                                                • Yankees trade for Devin Williams, ship out Nestor Cortes and Caleb Durbin
                                                                                                                • Cody Bellinger heading to the Bronx via trade
                                                                                                                • Tomoyuki Sugano signs with Orioles
                                                                                                                • A's acquire Jeffrey Springs via trade
                                                                                                                • View of the John Elway Bowman cards
                                                                                                                • Link to the Reggie Jackson retrofractor auto superfractor that was pulled
                                                                                                                Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                                                                                • 12/19: Topps Triple Threads
                                                                                                                • 12/20: Panini Prizm
                                                                                                                • 12/27: Bowman’s Best
                                                                                                                • 1/8: 2024 Topps Archives
                                                                                                                • TBD: Topps Luminaries
                                                                                                                • TBD: Topps Black & White
                                                                                                                Categories Discussion (56:27)
                                                                                                                
                                                                                                                Ottoneu Omnibus
                                                                                                                • Ottoneu rules
                                                                                                                • Player archetypes discussed along with names considered:
                                                                                                                  • 1B/OFs - Michael Toglia
                                                                                                                  • Bullpen targets - Griffin Jax, Edwin Uceta, Jason Foley, Cade Smith
                                                                                                                  • MI saviors - Jordan Westburg
                                                                                                                  • OF studs - Kerry Carpenter, Trevor Larnach, Pete Crow-Armstrong
                                                                                                                  • Aces-in-waiting - Hunter Brown, Bryce Miller
                                                                                                                  • Converted relievers - Kris Bubic
                                                                                                                ]]>7690baseball,bellinger,bowman,cards,collecting,cubs,devin,elway,fangraphs,fantasy,mlb,ottoneu,reggie,sports,sugano,topps,tucker,yankeesfalse171fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-70-soto-megadeal-awards-and-hof-pc--63285110Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by discussing Juan Soto's $765 million deal with the Mets along with other recent MLB transactions. Then we make PC (personal collection) additions with some great cards of the 2024 MLB Awards Winners and new Hall-of-Fame inductees, Dick Allen and Dave Parker.
                                                                                                                
                                                                                                                You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                
                                                                                                                We have Cards & Categories swag for purchase here!
                                                                                                                
                                                                                                                Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                
                                                                                                                • Dick Allen and Dave Parker elected to the Hall of Fame
                                                                                                                • Juan Soto signs record deal with Mets
                                                                                                                • Garrett Crochet moves to Bean Town
                                                                                                                • Giants land Willy Adames
                                                                                                                • Max Fried will be a Yankee
                                                                                                                • Shane Bieber re-ups with the Guardians
                                                                                                                • Rangers trade for Jake Burger
                                                                                                                • Tyler O'Neill joins the O's
                                                                                                                • Eovaldi returns to Texas
                                                                                                                • Severino surprisingly signs with the A's
                                                                                                                • Andres Gimenez dealt to Blue Jays
                                                                                                                • Further Gimenez fallout - Spencer Horwitz to Pittsburgh and Luis Ortiz to Cleveland
                                                                                                                • Dodgers ink Michael Conforto to one-year deal
                                                                                                                • Clay Holmes signs as a starter with Mets
                                                                                                                • Phillies add Jordan Romano to closer mix
                                                                                                                • Alex Cobb finds new home in Detroit
                                                                                                                • Mike Tauchman stays in Chicago, but with Sox
                                                                                                                • Rox ink Thairo Estrada, slated to be starting 2B
                                                                                                                • Cooper Bowman moves to Cincy in Rule 5 draft
                                                                                                                Cards Discussion (1:29:43)
                                                                                                                
                                                                                                                2024 Awards Winners plus new HOFers PC (link to Razzball post)
                                                                                                                
                                                                                                                • Link to listing of all MLB 2024 Awards Winners
                                                                                                                
                                                                                                                
                                                                                                                • Aaron Judge
                                                                                                                  • M: 2017 Topps Heritage #214 SP solo variation 
                                                                                                                  • J: 2020 Topps Dynasty On-Card Autograph Game Used LOGOMAN 1/1 
                                                                                                                • Shohei Ohtani
                                                                                                                  • M: 2013 BBM Hokkaido Nippon-Ham Fighters #f83 
                                                                                                                  • J: 2018 Shohei Ohtani & Mike Trout Bowman’s Best Atomic Auto /10
                                                                                                                • Tarik Skubal
                                                                                                                  • M: 2020 Bowman Chrome Sapphire #BCP-108 orange #/75
                                                                                                                  • J: 2020 Topps Heritage Minors 1971 Black Nickel Relic /99
                                                                                                                • Chris Sale
                                                                                                                  • M: 2024 Topps Series 2 #484 Golden Mirror SSP
                                                                                                                  • J: 2024 Topps Update All Star Game Jumbo Patch Relic 1/1 #ASJP-CS 1/1
                                                                                                                • Luis Gil
                                                                                                                  • M: 2019 Bowman Chrome #CPA-LGI 1st auto
                                                                                                                  • J: 2020 Topps Heritage Minors Blue /99  #145 
                                                                                                                • Paul Skenes
                                                                                                                  • M: 2024 Topps Now #264 “Big On Big” Showdown card with Ohtani
                                                                                                                  • J: 2024 Topps Update Rookie Debut Patch
                                                                                                                • Dave Parker
                                                                                                                  • M: 1975 Topps #29
                                                                                                                  • J: 2022 Leaf Lumber 1/1 Bat Knob
                                                                                                                • Dick Allen
                                                                                                                  • M: 2023 Topps Heritage 1974 Topps Original Buyback
                                                                                                                  • J: 2000 Topps Golden Anniversary
                                                                                                                ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63285110Thu, 12 Dec 2024 15:30:09 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 70th episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ open by discussing Juan Soto's $765 million deal with the Mets along with other recent MLB transactions. Then we make PC (personal collection)...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by discussing Juan Soto's $765 million deal with the Mets along with other recent MLB transactions. Then we make PC (personal collection) additions with some great cards of the 2024 MLB Awards Winners and new Hall-of-Fame inductees, Dick Allen and Dave Parker.
                                                                                                                
                                                                                                                You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                
                                                                                                                We have Cards & Categories swag for purchase here!
                                                                                                                
                                                                                                                Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                
                                                                                                                • Dick Allen and Dave Parker elected to the Hall of Fame
                                                                                                                • Juan Soto signs record deal with Mets
                                                                                                                • Garrett Crochet moves to Bean Town
                                                                                                                • Giants land Willy Adames
                                                                                                                • Max Fried will be a Yankee
                                                                                                                • Shane Bieber re-ups with the Guardians
                                                                                                                • Rangers trade for Jake Burger
                                                                                                                • Tyler O'Neill joins the O's
                                                                                                                • Eovaldi returns to Texas
                                                                                                                • Severino surprisingly signs with the A's
                                                                                                                • Andres Gimenez dealt to Blue Jays
                                                                                                                • Further Gimenez fallout - Spencer Horwitz to Pittsburgh and Luis Ortiz to Cleveland
                                                                                                                • Dodgers ink Michael Conforto to one-year deal
                                                                                                                • Clay Holmes signs as a starter with Mets
                                                                                                                • Phillies add Jordan Romano to closer mix
                                                                                                                • 8796adames,allen,baseball,cards,crochet,dave,dick,fantasy,fried,giants,hall-of-fame,mets,mlb,ohtani,parker,skenes,soto,sox,trades,yankeesfalse170fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-69-2024-bowman-draft-release--63144376Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by discussing catching up on the news we've missed over the past few weeks including non-tender decisions, new signings, and the Golden Batter rule proposal. Then we overview the newest baseball card release hitting shelves this week, 2024 Bowman Draft, available on Dec. 4.
                                                                                                                  
                                                                                                                  You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                  
                                                                                                                  We have Cards & Categories swag for purchase here!
                                                                                                                  
                                                                                                                  Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                  
                                                                                                                  • Qualifying offer decisions have been made
                                                                                                                  • List of non-tendered players
                                                                                                                  • List of players added to 40-man rosters to avoid Rule 5 draft
                                                                                                                  • Rob Manfred's proposal of the Golden Hitter
                                                                                                                  • Blake Snell joining the Dodgers
                                                                                                                  • Yusei Kikuchi signs with the Angels
                                                                                                                  • Reds and Royals swap Jonathan India and Brady Singer
                                                                                                                  • Mets ink Frankie Montas to two-year deal
                                                                                                                  • Matthew Boyd to the Cubs on two-year pact
                                                                                                                  • Aroldis Chapman is a Red Sox
                                                                                                                  • Rangers add Kyle Higashioka
                                                                                                                  • Hyeseong Kim to be posted, opening 30-day negotiation window
                                                                                                                  • MLB teams interested in Socrates Brito, who is currently in the KBO
                                                                                                                  • Topps MVP Buyback is in full swing
                                                                                                                  • Loads of MLB Debut patches have been pulled from Topps Chrome Update
                                                                                                                  • Paul Skenes autographed superfractor has been pulled
                                                                                                                  • Details on the bounty for the Skenes MLB Debut card
                                                                                                                  Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                                                                                  
                                                                                                                  • 12/4: Bowman Draft
                                                                                                                  • 12/6: Allen & Ginter X
                                                                                                                  • 12/11: Topps Definitive
                                                                                                                  • 12/13: Panini Prizm
                                                                                                                  • 12/19: Topps Triple Threads
                                                                                                                  • 12/27: Bowman’s Best
                                                                                                                  • TBD: Topps Chrome Sapphire
                                                                                                                  • TBD: Topps Luminaries
                                                                                                                  Cards Discussion (1:20:39)
                                                                                                                  
                                                                                                                  2024 Bowman Draft Overview (link to Razzball post)
                                                                                                                  
                                                                                                                  • Beckett checklist
                                                                                                                  • Checklist with details and odds on print runs
                                                                                                                  • Details on the special "variety packs"
                                                                                                                  ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63144376Wed, 04 Dec 2024 15:20:28 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 69th episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ open by discussing catching up on the news we've missed over the past few weeks including non-tender decisions, new signings, and the Golden...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by discussing catching up on the news we've missed over the past few weeks including non-tender decisions, new signings, and the Golden Batter rule proposal. Then we overview the newest baseball card release hitting shelves this week, 2024 Bowman Draft, available on Dec. 4.
                                                                                                                  
                                                                                                                  You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                  
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                                                                                                                  Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                  
                                                                                                                  • Qualifying offer decisions have been made
                                                                                                                  • List of non-tendered players
                                                                                                                  • List of players added to 40-man rosters to avoid Rule 5 draft
                                                                                                                  • Rob Manfred's proposal of the Golden Hitter
                                                                                                                  • Blake Snell joining the Dodgers
                                                                                                                  • Yusei Kikuchi signs with the Angels
                                                                                                                  • Reds and Royals swap Jonathan India and Brady Singer
                                                                                                                  • Mets ink Frankie Montas to two-year deal
                                                                                                                  • Matthew Boyd to the Cubs on two-year pact
                                                                                                                  • Aroldis Chapman is a Red Sox
                                                                                                                  • Rangers add Kyle Higashioka
                                                                                                                  • Hyeseong Kim to be posted, opening 30-day negotiation window
                                                                                                                  • MLB teams interested in Socrates Brito, who is currently in the KBO
                                                                                                                  • Topps MVP Buyback is in full swing
                                                                                                                  • 7236baseball,bazzana,blake,bowman,cards,dodgers,fantasy,kbo,manfred,mlb,skenes,snell,sports,toppsfalse169fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-68-sasaki-posting-and-two-topps-releases--62738923Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by discussing the Roki Sasaki posting along with awards and Angels news. Then we overview two Topps sets releasing this week, Chrome Update and Holiday, which hit shelves on Nov. 13 and Nov. 15, respectively.
                                                                                                                    
                                                                                                                    You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                    
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                                                                                                                    Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                    
                                                                                                                    • Roki Sasaki expected to be posted this offseason
                                                                                                                    • Great piece on the nitty gritty of the Sasaki transaction from Dodgers Digest
                                                                                                                    • Silver Slugger award winners announced
                                                                                                                    • Zach Neto undergoes surgery on right shoulder
                                                                                                                    • Angels ink Travis d'Arnaud to two-year deal
                                                                                                                    Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                                                                                    
                                                                                                                    • 11/13: Topps Chrome Update (still some Mega Boxes available as of recording!)
                                                                                                                    • 11/13: Panini Impeccable
                                                                                                                    • 11/15: Topps Holiday
                                                                                                                    • 11/20: Topps Gilded
                                                                                                                    • 12/4: Bowman Draft
                                                                                                                    • 12/6: Panini Prizm
                                                                                                                    • TBD: Bowman Chrome Sapphire
                                                                                                                    Cards Discussion (42:30) (link to Razzball post)
                                                                                                                    
                                                                                                                    2024 Topps Chrome Update Overview
                                                                                                                    
                                                                                                                    • Beckett checklist
                                                                                                                    • Checklist with details and odds on print runs
                                                                                                                    • Jackson Holliday/Billy Ripken dual auto
                                                                                                                    • Triple auto of the Jacksons
                                                                                                                    • Cam Booser MLB Debut patch auto
                                                                                                                    • Paul Skenes MLB Debut patch auto
                                                                                                                    • Base Skenes superfractor already pulled
                                                                                                                    • First Rickey Henderson Topps Chrome base design auto
                                                                                                                    2024 Topps Holiday Overview
                                                                                                                    
                                                                                                                    • Beckett checklist
                                                                                                                    • Checklist with details and odds on print runs
                                                                                                                    ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62738923Thu, 14 Nov 2024 14:55:24 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 68th episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ open by discussing the Roki Sasaki posting along with awards and Angels news. Then we overview two Topps sets releasing this week, Chrome Update...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by discussing the Roki Sasaki posting along with awards and Angels news. Then we overview two Topps sets releasing this week, Chrome Update and Holiday, which hit shelves on Nov. 13 and Nov. 15, respectively.
                                                                                                                    
                                                                                                                    You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                    
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                                                                                                                    Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                    
                                                                                                                    • Roki Sasaki expected to be posted this offseason
                                                                                                                    • Great piece on the nitty gritty of the Sasaki transaction from Dodgers Digest
                                                                                                                    • Silver Slugger award winners announced
                                                                                                                    • Zach Neto undergoes surgery on right shoulder
                                                                                                                    • Angels ink Travis d'Arnaud to two-year deal
                                                                                                                    Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                                                                                    
                                                                                                                    • 11/13: Topps Chrome Update (still some Mega Boxes available as of recording!)
                                                                                                                    • 11/13: Panini Impeccable
                                                                                                                    • 11/15: Topps Holiday
                                                                                                                    • 11/20: Topps Gilded
                                                                                                                    • 12/4: Bowman Draft
                                                                                                                    • 12/6: Panini Prizm
                                                                                                                    • TBD: Bowman Chrome Sapphire
                                                                                                                    Cards Discussion (42:30) (link to Razzball post)
                                                                                                                    
                                                                                                                    2024 Topps Chrome Update Overview
                                                                                                                    
                                                                                                                    • Beckett checklist
                                                                                                                    • Checklist with details and odds on print runs
                                                                                                                    • Jackson Holliday/Billy Ripken dual auto
                                                                                                                    • Triple auto of the Jacksons
                                                                                                                    • Cam Booser MLB Debut patch auto
                                                                                                                    • 5244angels,baseball,cards,chrome,fantasy,holiday,mlb,ohtani,razzball,roki,sasaki,silver,skenes,slugger,sports,toppsfalse168fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-67-topps-stadium-club-release--62653260Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by recapping the World Series, Gold Glove awards, qualifying offers, and initial offseason moves. Then we overview our favorite annual baseball card release, Topps Stadium Club, which hit shelves everywhere on Nov. 6.
                                                                                                                      
                                                                                                                      You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17 and on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social and @mcouill7.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                      
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                                                                                                                      Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                      
                                                                                                                      • Dodgers' "scouting plan" against the Yanks
                                                                                                                      • Ohtani undergoes surgery on his torn left shoulder labrum
                                                                                                                      • List of 2024 Gold Glove winners
                                                                                                                      • List of qualifying offers handed out
                                                                                                                      • Michael Wacha re-ups with the Royals
                                                                                                                      • Angels and Braves swap Jorge Soler and Griffin Canning
                                                                                                                      • Zack Minasian promoted to GM role in San Francisco
                                                                                                                      • Skip Schumaker joins the Texas front office as Senior Advisor
                                                                                                                      Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                                                                                      
                                                                                                                      • 11/6: Topps Stadium Club
                                                                                                                      • 11/13: Topps Chrome Update
                                                                                                                      • 11/20: Topps Holiday
                                                                                                                      • TBD: Bowman Draft (preorder link)
                                                                                                                      Cards Discussion (51:41)
                                                                                                                      
                                                                                                                      2024 Topps Stadium Club Overview (link to Razzball post)
                                                                                                                      
                                                                                                                      • Beckett checklist
                                                                                                                      • Checklist with details on odds on print runs
                                                                                                                      • Beam Team leverages '92-'93 basketball design
                                                                                                                      • Special Forces is back!
                                                                                                                      ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62653260Thu, 07 Nov 2024 14:45:37 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 67th episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ open by recapping the World Series, Gold Glove awards, qualifying offers, and initial offseason moves. Then we overview our favorite annual...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by recapping the World Series, Gold Glove awards, qualifying offers, and initial offseason moves. Then we overview our favorite annual baseball card release, Topps Stadium Club, which hit shelves everywhere on Nov. 6.
                                                                                                                      
                                                                                                                      You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17 and on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social and @mcouill7.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                      
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                                                                                                                      Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                      
                                                                                                                      • Dodgers' "scouting plan" against the Yanks
                                                                                                                      • Ohtani undergoes surgery on his torn left shoulder labrum
                                                                                                                      • List of 2024 Gold Glove winners
                                                                                                                      • List of qualifying offers handed out
                                                                                                                      • Michael Wacha re-ups with the Royals
                                                                                                                      • Angels and Braves swap Jorge Soler and Griffin Canning
                                                                                                                      • Zack Minasian promoted to GM role in San Francisco
                                                                                                                      • Skip Schumaker joins the Texas front office as Senior Advisor
                                                                                                                      Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                                                                                      
                                                                                                                      • 11/6: Topps Stadium Club
                                                                                                                      • 11/13: Topps Chrome Update
                                                                                                                      • 11/20: Topps Holiday
                                                                                                                      • TBD: Bowman Draft (preorder link)
                                                                                                                      Cards Discussion (51:41)
                                                                                                                      
                                                                                                                      2024 Topps Stadium Club Overview (link to Razzball post)
                                                                                                                      
                                                                                                                      • Beckett checklist
                                                                                                                      • 4791agency,baseball,cards,club,dodgers,fantasy,free,freeman,glove,gold,mlb,offseason,ohtani,razzball,series,shohei,soler,stadium,world,yankeesfalse166fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-66-arizona-fall-league-standouts--62568481Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by discussing the latest happenings in the World Series (pre-Dodgers victory) and the White Sox hiring a new manager. Then we dive into some of the standout performances and breakouts from the Arizona Fall League.
                                                                                                                        
                                                                                                                        You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17 and on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social and @mcouill7.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                        
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                                                                                                                        Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                        
                                                                                                                        • Shohei Ohtani suffers subluxation of left shoulder
                                                                                                                        • Will Venable tapped to be next manager of the White Sox
                                                                                                                        Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                                                                                        
                                                                                                                        • 10/30: Topps Allen & Ginter
                                                                                                                        • 11/6: Topps Stadium Club
                                                                                                                        • 11/13: Topps Chrome Update
                                                                                                                        • TBD – Topps Holiday
                                                                                                                        Categories Discussion (25:24)
                                                                                                                        
                                                                                                                        Arizona Fall League Standouts
                                                                                                                        
                                                                                                                        • Batter stats from AFL
                                                                                                                        • Pitcher stats from AFL
                                                                                                                        • Players discussed:
                                                                                                                          • Andrew Painter
                                                                                                                          • Josh Stephan
                                                                                                                          • Josue Briceno
                                                                                                                          • Moises Ballesteros
                                                                                                                          • Robert Hassell III
                                                                                                                          • Zyhir Hope
                                                                                                                          • Tre' Morgan
                                                                                                                          • Thomas Saggesse
                                                                                                                          • Niko Kavadas
                                                                                                                         ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62568481Thu, 31 Oct 2024 13:00:44 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 66th episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ open by discussing the latest happenings in the World Series (pre-Dodgers victory) and the White Sox hiring a new manager. Then we dive into some...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by discussing the latest happenings in the World Series (pre-Dodgers victory) and the White Sox hiring a new manager. Then we dive into some of the standout performances and breakouts from the Arizona Fall League.
                                                                                                                        
                                                                                                                        You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17 and on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social and @mcouill7.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                        
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                                                                                                                        Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                        
                                                                                                                        • Shohei Ohtani suffers subluxation of left shoulder
                                                                                                                        • Will Venable tapped to be next manager of the White Sox
                                                                                                                        Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                                                                                        
                                                                                                                        • 10/30: Topps Allen & Ginter
                                                                                                                        • 11/6: Topps Stadium Club
                                                                                                                        • 11/13: Topps Chrome Update
                                                                                                                        • TBD – Topps Holiday
                                                                                                                        Categories Discussion (25:24)
                                                                                                                        
                                                                                                                        Arizona Fall League Standouts
                                                                                                                        
                                                                                                                        • Batter stats from AFL
                                                                                                                        • Pitcher stats from AFL
                                                                                                                        • Players discussed:
                                                                                                                          • Andrew Painter
                                                                                                                          • Josh Stephan
                                                                                                                          • Josue Briceno
                                                                                                                          • Moises Ballesteros
                                                                                                                          • Robert Hassell III
                                                                                                                          • Zyhir Hope
                                                                                                                          • Tre' Morgan
                                                                                                                          • Thomas Saggesse
                                                                                                                          • Niko Kavadas
                                                                                                                         ]]>4481arizona,baseball,cards,dodgers,dynasty,fall,fantasy,freeman,league,mlb,ohtani,prospects,razzball,series,shohei,world,yankeesfalse166fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-65-world-series-and-allen-ginter-previews--62482390Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by previewing the 2024 World Series to break down the strengths and weaknesses on the Dodgers and Yankees. Then we overview Allen & Ginter, Topps newest baseball card release that hits shelves on Oct. 30.
                                                                                                                        
                                                                                                                        You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17 and on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social and @mcouill7.bsky.social.
                                                                                                                        
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                                                                                                                        Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                        
                                                                                                                        • New York Yankees roster
                                                                                                                        • Los Angeles Dodgers roster
                                                                                                                        • Link to related Razzball post with card pics
                                                                                                                        • 2024 Allen & Ginter checklist
                                                                                                                        • "Got The Itch" scratch-n-sniff inserts
                                                                                                                        ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62482390Thu, 24 Oct 2024 02:41:19 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 65th episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ open by previewing the 2024 World Series to break down the strengths and weaknesses on the Dodgers and Yankees. Then we overview Allen &...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by previewing the 2024 World Series to break down the strengths and weaknesses on the Dodgers and Yankees. Then we overview Allen & Ginter, Topps newest baseball card release that hits shelves on Oct. 30.
                                                                                                                        
                                                                                                                        You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17 and on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social and @mcouill7.bsky.social.
                                                                                                                        
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                                                                                                                        Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                        
                                                                                                                        • New York Yankees roster
                                                                                                                        • Los Angeles Dodgers roster
                                                                                                                        • Link to related Razzball post with card pics
                                                                                                                        • 2024 Allen & Ginter checklist
                                                                                                                        • "Got The Itch" scratch-n-sniff inserts
                                                                                                                        ]]>4642baseball,betts,cards,dodgers,fantasy,judge,mlb,ohtani,pickle,playoffs,razzball,series,shohei,soto,topps,world,yankeesfalse165fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-64-topps-update-release--62398561Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by discussing the outstanding playoff theatre so far before diving into MLB and baseball card news and notes. Then we overview the hottest baseball card relase of 2024, Topps Update.
                                                                                                                        
                                                                                                                        You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17 and on bluesky at @mcouill7.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                        
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                                                                                                                        Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                        
                                                                                                                        • Clayton Kershaw set to return in 2025
                                                                                                                        • Jerry Reinsdorf considering selling White Sox
                                                                                                                        Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                                                                                        
                                                                                                                        • 10/16: Topps Update
                                                                                                                        • 10/30: Topps Allen & Ginter
                                                                                                                        • 11/6: Topps Stadium Club
                                                                                                                        • 11/13: Topps Chrome Update
                                                                                                                        • TBD - Topps Holiday
                                                                                                                        Cards Discussion (28:09)
                                                                                                                        
                                                                                                                        2024 Topps Update Series (link to related Razzball post)
                                                                                                                        
                                                                                                                        • Link to checklist from Beckett
                                                                                                                        • Production run numbers from @toppsbb
                                                                                                                        • First Paul Skenes Golden Mirror SSP ebay listing (originally posted at $3k during recording)
                                                                                                                        ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62398561Thu, 17 Oct 2024 13:40:00 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 64th episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ open by discussing the outstanding playoff theatre so far before diving into MLB and baseball card news and notes. Then we overview the hottest...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by discussing the outstanding playoff theatre so far before diving into MLB and baseball card news and notes. Then we overview the hottest baseball card relase of 2024, Topps Update.
                                                                                                                        
                                                                                                                        You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17 and on bluesky at @mcouill7.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                        
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                                                                                                                        Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                        
                                                                                                                        • Clayton Kershaw set to return in 2025
                                                                                                                        • Jerry Reinsdorf considering selling White Sox
                                                                                                                        Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                                                                                        
                                                                                                                        • 10/16: Topps Update
                                                                                                                        • 10/30: Topps Allen & Ginter
                                                                                                                        • 11/6: Topps Stadium Club
                                                                                                                        • 11/13: Topps Chrome Update
                                                                                                                        • TBD - Topps Holiday
                                                                                                                        Cards Discussion (28:09)
                                                                                                                        
                                                                                                                        2024 Topps Update Series (link to related Razzball post)
                                                                                                                        
                                                                                                                        • Link to checklist from Beckett
                                                                                                                        • Production run numbers from @toppsbb
                                                                                                                        • First Paul Skenes Golden Mirror SSP ebay listing (originally posted at $3k during recording)
                                                                                                                        ]]>4398baseball,cards,collecting,dodgers,fantasy,kershaw,mets,mlb,playoffs,postseason,razzball,reinsdorf,skenes,sox,topps,whitefalse164fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-63-revisiting-preseason-picks--62313118Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by discussing the outstanding playoff theatre so far before diving into MLB and baseball card news and notes. Then we revisit our Razzball staff preseason picks to see what went right, what went wrong, and which fellow writers had some of our favorite calls.
                                                                                                                        
                                                                                                                        You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17 and on bluesky at @mcouill7.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                        
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                                                                                                                        Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                        
                                                                                                                        • Brent Rooker undergoes extensor repair surgery on right arm
                                                                                                                        • Jeremy's highly scientific search for the next Rooker
                                                                                                                        • Tomoyuki Sugano to be posted this offseason
                                                                                                                        • Reds hire Terry Francona
                                                                                                                        • Bud Black gets one-year extension in Colorado
                                                                                                                        • Paul Skenes gifts Livvy Dunne a card of their dog for her b-day
                                                                                                                        Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                                                                                        
                                                                                                                        • 10/9: Bowman Sterling
                                                                                                                        • 10/11: Topps Cosmic Chrome
                                                                                                                        • 10/16: Topps Update
                                                                                                                        • 10/30: Topps Allen & Ginter
                                                                                                                        • 11/6: Topps Stadium Club
                                                                                                                        Categories Discussion (36:23)
                                                                                                                        
                                                                                                                        Razzball Staff 2024 Preseason Picks (link)
                                                                                                                        Players discussed in detail:
                                                                                                                        
                                                                                                                        • Kerry Carpenter
                                                                                                                        • Leody Taveras
                                                                                                                        • Nico Hoerner
                                                                                                                        • Nick Pivetta
                                                                                                                        • Sonny Gray
                                                                                                                        • Ezequiel Tovar
                                                                                                                        • Mitch Haniger
                                                                                                                        • Anthony Rizzo
                                                                                                                        • Hunter Brown
                                                                                                                        • Sean Manaea
                                                                                                                        • Tommy Pham
                                                                                                                        • Sean Murphy
                                                                                                                         ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62313118Thu, 10 Oct 2024 13:51:19 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 63rd episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ open by discussing the outstanding playoff theatre so far before diving into MLB and baseball card news and notes. Then we revisit our Razzball...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by discussing the outstanding playoff theatre so far before diving into MLB and baseball card news and notes. Then we revisit our Razzball staff preseason picks to see what went right, what went wrong, and which fellow writers had some of our favorite calls.
                                                                                                                        
                                                                                                                        You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17 and on bluesky at @mcouill7.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                        
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                                                                                                                        Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                        
                                                                                                                        • Brent Rooker undergoes extensor repair surgery on right arm
                                                                                                                        • Jeremy's highly scientific search for the next Rooker
                                                                                                                        • Tomoyuki Sugano to be posted this offseason
                                                                                                                        • Reds hire Terry Francona
                                                                                                                        • Bud Black gets one-year extension in Colorado
                                                                                                                        • Paul Skenes gifts Livvy Dunne a card of their dog for her b-day
                                                                                                                        Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                                                                                        
                                                                                                                        • 10/9: Bowman Sterling
                                                                                                                        • 10/11: Topps Cosmic Chrome
                                                                                                                        • 10/16: Topps Update
                                                                                                                        • 10/30: Topps Allen & Ginter
                                                                                                                        • 11/6: Topps Stadium Club
                                                                                                                        Categories Discussion (36:23)
                                                                                                                        
                                                                                                                        Razzball Staff 2024 Preseason Picks (link)
                                                                                                                        Players discussed in detail:
                                                                                                                        
                                                                                                                        • Kerry Carpenter
                                                                                                                        • Leody Taveras
                                                                                                                        • Nico Hoerner
                                                                                                                        • Nick Pivetta
                                                                                                                        • Sonny Gray
                                                                                                                        • Ezequiel Tovar
                                                                                                                        • Mitch Haniger
                                                                                                                        • Anthony Rizzo
                                                                                                                        • Hunter Brown
                                                                                                                        • Sean Manaea
                                                                                                                        • Tommy Pham
                                                                                                                        • Sean Murphy
                                                                                                                         ]]>5289baseball,cards,dunne,fantasy,francona,livvy,mlb,pham,playoffs,razzball,rooker,skenes,sugano,toppsfalse163fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-62-playoffs-september-potm-pc--62211220Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by discussing the opening round of the playoffs and one of the greatest regular season games in recent memory. Then we choose the cards to enter the POTM PC Pantheon for the September award recipients.
                                                                                                                        
                                                                                                                        You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17 and on bluesky at @mcouill7.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                        
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                                                                                                                        Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                        
                                                                                                                        • Sam Miller's piece on Francisco Lindor's cWPA (sub required)
                                                                                                                        • Cardinals are shaking up the front office
                                                                                                                        • Farhan out of San Francisco, Buster Posey in
                                                                                                                        • Skip Schumaker officially becomes a free agent manager
                                                                                                                        • Topps Ohtani 50/50 set link
                                                                                                                        • Details on Topps Dynasty Black
                                                                                                                        Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                                                                                        
                                                                                                                        • 10/2: Panini Prizm
                                                                                                                        • 10/2: Bowman Chrome Mega Boxes
                                                                                                                        • 10/9: Bowman Sterling
                                                                                                                        • 10/16: Topps Update
                                                                                                                        • 10/30: Allen & Ginter (preorder: https://www.topps.com/pages/topps-allen-ginter-baseball)
                                                                                                                        Cards Discussion (46:00)
                                                                                                                        
                                                                                                                        September POTM PC (link to POTM award winners)
                                                                                                                        
                                                                                                                        • Link to related Razzball post (link)
                                                                                                                        • Wyatt Langford
                                                                                                                          • J: 2024 Topps Debut #PTDA-SCL Skenes/Crews/Langford Triple Auto #/10 (link)
                                                                                                                          • M: 2024 Topps Debut #PDDA-LW red foil #/10 (link)
                                                                                                                        • Shohei Ohtani
                                                                                                                          • J: 2023 Topps Now #455A base relic #/99 (link)
                                                                                                                          • M: 2018 Bowman Chrome #1 SSP Carrying Bag variation (link)
                                                                                                                        • Nick Martinez
                                                                                                                          • J: 2014 Topps Supreme Supreme Stylings #SSNM black auto #/5 (link)
                                                                                                                          • M: 2014 Topps Update #US-304 red foil (link)
                                                                                                                        • Corbin Burnes
                                                                                                                          • J: 2019 Panini Chronicles #APS-CB patch auto printing plate 1/1 (link)
                                                                                                                          • M: 2024 Topps Pristine #193 orange refractor #/25 (link)
                                                                                                                        • Paul Skenes
                                                                                                                          • J: 2023 Bowman Draft #CDA-PS 1st auto (link)
                                                                                                                          • M: 2023 Bowman Draft #BDC-14 SSP image variation (link)
                                                                                                                        • Emmanuel Clase
                                                                                                                          • J: 2024 Topps Chrome #166 Frozenfractor #/0 (link)
                                                                                                                          • M: 2020 Topps Stadium Club Chrome #391 X-fractor (link)
                                                                                                                        ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62211220Thu, 03 Oct 2024 14:43:45 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 62nd episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ open by discussing the opening round of the playoffs and one of the greatest regular season games in recent memory. Then we choose the cards to...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by discussing the opening round of the playoffs and one of the greatest regular season games in recent memory. Then we choose the cards to enter the POTM PC Pantheon for the September award recipients.
                                                                                                                        
                                                                                                                        You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17 and on bluesky at @mcouill7.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                        
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                                                                                                                        Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                        
                                                                                                                        • Sam Miller's piece on Francisco Lindor's cWPA (sub required)
                                                                                                                        • Cardinals are shaking up the front office
                                                                                                                        • Farhan out of San Francisco, Buster Posey in
                                                                                                                        • Skip Schumaker officially becomes a free agent manager
                                                                                                                        • Topps Ohtani 50/50 set link
                                                                                                                        • Details on Topps Dynasty Black
                                                                                                                        Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                                                                                        
                                                                                                                        • 10/2: Panini Prizm
                                                                                                                        • 10/2: Bowman Chrome Mega Boxes
                                                                                                                        • 10/9: Bowman Sterling
                                                                                                                        • 10/16: Topps Update
                                                                                                                        • 10/30: Allen & Ginter (preorder: https://www.topps.com/pages/topps-allen-ginter-baseball)
                                                                                                                        Cards Discussion (46:00)
                                                                                                                        
                                                                                                                        September POTM PC (link to POTM award winners)
                                                                                                                        
                                                                                                                        • Link to related Razzball post (link)
                                                                                                                        • Wyatt Langford
                                                                                                                          • J: 2024 Topps Debut #PTDA-SCL Skenes/Crews/Langford Triple Auto #/10 (link)
                                                                                                                          • M: 2024 Topps Debut #PDDA-LW red foil #/10 (4965baseball,braves,burnes,cardinals,cards,clase,dunne,fantasy,giants,langford,lindor,livvy,mets,mlb,ohtani,paul,playoffs,razzball,shohei,skenesfalse162fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-61-50-50-2024-disappointments--62116805Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by discussing the greatest game ever played by one Shohei Ohtani before diving into the latest moves and injuries impacting our player pools. Then we discuss and analyze players that have not met their projected expectations to uncover whether they can bounce back or there are larger issues at hand.
                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                            You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17 and on bluesky at @mcouill7.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                            
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                                                                                                                            Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                            • Razzball historical Player Rater
                                                                                                                            • 50/50 Ohtani Topps Now card with record print run
                                                                                                                            • Bo Bichette's season ends with fractured finger
                                                                                                                            • Rafael Devers shelved with shoulder injury
                                                                                                                            • Sonny Gray hits IL with flexor tendinitis
                                                                                                                            • Max Scherzer shut down with hammy injury
                                                                                                                            • CJ Abrams optioned to minors after all-night casino bender
                                                                                                                            • Jackson Jobe joins the Detroit bullpen
                                                                                                                            • David Bell dismissed in Cincy
                                                                                                                            • Charlie Blackmon announces his retirement at season's end
                                                                                                                            Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                            • 10/2: Panini Prizm
                                                                                                                            • 10/2: Bowman Chrome Mega Boxes
                                                                                                                            • 10/4: Topps Five Star
                                                                                                                            Categories Discussion (56:09)2024 DisappointmentsRazzball Preseason Player RaterRazzball current year-to-date Player RaterPlayers discussed:
                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                            • Julio Rodriguez
                                                                                                                            • Matt Olson
                                                                                                                            • Randy Arozarena
                                                                                                                            • Paul Goldschmidt
                                                                                                                            • Adolis Garcia
                                                                                                                            • Zac Gallen
                                                                                                                            • Alexis Diaz
                                                                                                                            • Chris Bassitt
                                                                                                                             ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62116805Thu, 26 Sep 2024 14:22:27 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 61st episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ open by discussing the greatest game ever played by one Shohei Ohtani before diving into the latest moves and injuries impacting our player...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by discussing the greatest game ever played by one Shohei Ohtani before diving into the latest moves and injuries impacting our player pools. Then we discuss and analyze players that have not met their projected expectations to uncover whether they can bounce back or there are larger issues at hand.
                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                            You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17 and on bluesky at @mcouill7.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                            
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                                                                                                                            Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                            • Razzball historical Player Rater
                                                                                                                            • 50/50 Ohtani Topps Now card with record print run
                                                                                                                            • Bo Bichette's season ends with fractured finger
                                                                                                                            • Rafael Devers shelved with shoulder injury
                                                                                                                            • Sonny Gray hits IL with flexor tendinitis
                                                                                                                            • Max Scherzer shut down with hammy injury
                                                                                                                            • CJ Abrams optioned to minors after all-night casino bender
                                                                                                                            • Jackson Jobe joins the Detroit bullpen
                                                                                                                            • David Bell dismissed in Cincy
                                                                                                                            • Charlie Blackmon announces his retirement at season's end
                                                                                                                            Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                            • 10/2: Panini Prizm
                                                                                                                            • 10/2: Bowman Chrome Mega Boxes
                                                                                                                            • 10/4: Topps Five Star
                                                                                                                            Categories Discussion (56:09)2024 DisappointmentsRazzball Preseason Player RaterRazzball current year-to-date Player RaterPlayers discussed:
                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                            • Julio Rodriguez
                                                                                                                            • Matt Olson
                                                                                                                            • Randy Arozarena
                                                                                                                            • Paul Goldschmidt
                                                                                                                            • Adolis Garcia
                                                                                                                            • Zac Gallen
                                                                                                                            • Alexis Diaz
                                                                                                                            • Chris Bassitt
                                                                                                                             ]]>632350/50,baseball,bichette,cards,devers,dodgers,fantasy,goldschmidt,jobe,julio,mlb,ohtani,razzball,rodriguez,scherzer,shohei,toppsfalse161fullhttps://razzball.com/cards-categories-ep-60-second-half-breakouts/Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by discussing the developing playoff races before diving into the latest moves and injuries impacting our player pools. Then we discuss and analyze players that have had hot second halves to determine what's going on and whether their performances are sustainable.
                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                            You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17 and on bluesky at @mcouill7.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                            
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                                                                                                                            Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                            • Ohtani to pitch in the postseason?
                                                                                                                            • Francisco Lindor dealing with back issue, paving way for Luisangel Acuna
                                                                                                                            • Tyler Glasnow out with right elbow sprain
                                                                                                                            • Daulton Varsho slated to undergo right shoulder surgery
                                                                                                                            • Steven Kwan hits IL with back issue/general fatigue
                                                                                                                            • Craig Kimbrel released by the Orioles
                                                                                                                            • Lance Lynn out with knee injury... bah gawd, that's Michael McGreevy's music
                                                                                                                            • Matt "Jumbo Pepsi" Adams officially retires
                                                                                                                            • NY Times piece on huge 20 million card collection
                                                                                                                            • Story on history of Jackson Merrill's Bowman 1st featuring another player's photo
                                                                                                                            Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                            • 10/2: Panini Prizm
                                                                                                                            • 10/2: Bowman Chrome Mega Boxes
                                                                                                                            • 10/4: Topps Five Star
                                                                                                                            Categories Discussion (53:10)
                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                            Second Half Breakouts
                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                            Players discussed:
                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                            • Lawrence Butler
                                                                                                                            • Brent Rooker
                                                                                                                            • Eugenio Suarez
                                                                                                                            • Matt Wallner
                                                                                                                            • Framber Valdez
                                                                                                                            • Yusei Kikicuchi
                                                                                                                            • Pete Crow-Armstrong
                                                                                                                            • Otto Lopez
                                                                                                                            • Sean Manaea
                                                                                                                            • Bowden Francis
                                                                                                                            • Tyler Holton
                                                                                                                            • Michael Kopech
                                                                                                                             ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62027825Thu, 19 Sep 2024 14:32:42 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 60th episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ open by discussing the developing playoff races before diving into the latest moves and injuries impacting our player pools. Then we discuss and...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by discussing the developing playoff races before diving into the latest moves and injuries impacting our player pools. Then we discuss and analyze players that have had hot second halves to determine what's going on and whether their performances are sustainable.
                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                            You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17 and on bluesky at @mcouill7.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                            
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                                                                                                                            Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                            • Ohtani to pitch in the postseason?
                                                                                                                            • Francisco Lindor dealing with back issue, paving way for Luisangel Acuna
                                                                                                                            • Tyler Glasnow out with right elbow sprain
                                                                                                                            • Daulton Varsho slated to undergo right shoulder surgery
                                                                                                                            • Steven Kwan hits IL with back issue/general fatigue
                                                                                                                            • Craig Kimbrel released by the Orioles
                                                                                                                            • Lance Lynn out with knee injury... bah gawd, that's Michael McGreevy's music
                                                                                                                            • Matt "Jumbo Pepsi" Adams officially retires
                                                                                                                            • NY Times piece on huge 20 million card collection
                                                                                                                            • Story on history of Jackson Merrill's Bowman 1st featuring another player's photo
                                                                                                                            Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                            • 10/2: Panini Prizm
                                                                                                                            • 10/2: Bowman Chrome Mega Boxes
                                                                                                                            • 10/4: Topps Five Star
                                                                                                                            Categories Discussion (53:10)
                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                            Second Half Breakouts
                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                            Players discussed:
                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                            • Lawrence Butler
                                                                                                                            • Brent Rooker
                                                                                                                            • Eugenio Suarez
                                                                                                                            • Matt Wallner
                                                                                                                            • Framber Valdez
                                                                                                                            • Yusei Kikicuchi
                                                                                                                            • Pete Crow-Armstrong
                                                                                                                            • Otto Lopez
                                                                                                                            • Sean Manaea
                                                                                                                            • Bowden...]]>7690acuna,baseball,cards,dodgers,fantasy,glasnow,kopech,lindor,mets,mlb,ohtani,razzball,rookerfalse160fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-59-2024-bowman-chrome-release--61373936Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by celebrating Pavin Smith's recent accomplishments before diving into the latest moves and injuries impacting our player pools. Then we discuss and overview the latest baseball card release, 2024 Bowman Chrome, which debuted on Sept. 11.
                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                              You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17 and on bluesky at @mcouill7.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                              
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                                                                                                                              Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                              • Justin Verlander's Stuff+ game log
                                                                                                                              • Jasson Dominguez called up in the Bronx
                                                                                                                              • Kumar Rocker set to debut with Rangers
                                                                                                                              • Thomas Saggesse arrives in St. Louis
                                                                                                                              • Matt Chapman signs six-year extension with Giants
                                                                                                                              • Jacob deGrom set to return Friday
                                                                                                                              • Trevor Story activated from shoulder injury
                                                                                                                              • Rich Hill cut by Boston
                                                                                                                              • Luis Castillo placed on IL with strained hammy
                                                                                                                              • Gavin Stone shelved with shoulder inflammation
                                                                                                                              • Alec Bohm hits IL with hand strain
                                                                                                                              • Jo Adell's season is over
                                                                                                                              Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                              • 9/10: Topps Chrome Sapphire
                                                                                                                              • 9/11: Bowman Chrome
                                                                                                                              • 10/2: Panini Prizm
                                                                                                                              • 10/2: Bowman Chrome Mega Boxes
                                                                                                                              • 10/4: Topps Five Star
                                                                                                                              Cards Discussion (57:22)
                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                              2024 Bowman Chrome Overview (link to checklist) (link to related Razzball post)
                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                              • Retrofractors are back, featuring Sandy Koufax and Lou Gehrig
                                                                                                                              • Players signing their first Bowman cards with special auto
                                                                                                                              • Detailed listing of prospects with a Bowman 1st in the set
                                                                                                                              ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/61373936Thu, 12 Sep 2024 13:49:26 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 59th episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ open by celebrating Pavin Smith's recent accomplishments before diving into the latest moves and injuries impacting our player pools. Then we...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by celebrating Pavin Smith's recent accomplishments before diving into the latest moves and injuries impacting our player pools. Then we discuss and overview the latest baseball card release, 2024 Bowman Chrome, which debuted on Sept. 11.
                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                              You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17 and on bluesky at @mcouill7.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                              
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                                                                                                                              Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                              • Justin Verlander's Stuff+ game log
                                                                                                                              • Jasson Dominguez called up in the Bronx
                                                                                                                              • Kumar Rocker set to debut with Rangers
                                                                                                                              • Thomas Saggesse arrives in St. Louis
                                                                                                                              • Matt Chapman signs six-year extension with Giants
                                                                                                                              • Jacob deGrom set to return Friday
                                                                                                                              • Trevor Story activated from shoulder injury
                                                                                                                              • Rich Hill cut by Boston
                                                                                                                              • Luis Castillo placed on IL with strained hammy
                                                                                                                              • Gavin Stone shelved with shoulder inflammation
                                                                                                                              • Alec Bohm hits IL with hand strain
                                                                                                                              • Jo Adell's season is over
                                                                                                                              Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                              • 9/10: Topps Chrome Sapphire
                                                                                                                              • 9/11: Bowman Chrome
                                                                                                                              • 10/2: Panini Prizm
                                                                                                                              • 10/2: Bowman Chrome Mega Boxes
                                                                                                                              • 10/4: Topps Five Star
                                                                                                                              Cards Discussion (57:22)
                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                              2024 Bowman Chrome Overview (link to checklist) (6025adell,baseball,bowman,cards,dodgers,dominguez,fantasy,kumar,mlb,rocker,skenes,topps,verlanderfalse159fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-58-august-players-of-the-month-pc--61273491Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by discussing the latest bout of injuries and new transactions affecting our fantasy teams for the stretch run. Then we choose the cards to enter the POTM PC Pantheon for the August award recipients.
                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                              You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17 and on bluesky at @mcouill7.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                              
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                                                                                                                              Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                              • Vinnie Pasquantino breaks thumb, out for year
                                                                                                                              • Kyle Tucker actually had broken shin
                                                                                                                              • Corey Seager to IL with hip discomfort
                                                                                                                              • Justin Steele placed on injured list with elbow woes
                                                                                                                              • Clayton Kershaw dealing with bone spur in toe
                                                                                                                              • Lourdes Gurriel Jr. shelved with calf injury, Christian Walker activated
                                                                                                                              • Tommy Pham DFA'ed, joins Royals
                                                                                                                              • Caden Dana and Samuel Aldegheri called up by Angels
                                                                                                                              • Reid Detmers returns
                                                                                                                              • Coby Mayo back again
                                                                                                                              • Oneil Cruz transitioning to centerfield
                                                                                                                              • Wade Meckler Reddit AMA
                                                                                                                              • Tyler Kepner's latest Sliders column covering Gil Patterson
                                                                                                                              Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                              • 9/6: Topps Pro Debut
                                                                                                                              • 9/11: Bowman Chrome
                                                                                                                              • 10/2: Panini Prizm
                                                                                                                              Cards Discussion (57:44) (link to Razzball post for card pics)
                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                              August POTM PC (link to POTM award winners)
                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                              • Aaron Judge
                                                                                                                                • J: 2015 Leaf Trinity #PA-AJ1 Gold Spectrum 1/1 (link)
                                                                                                                                • M: 2013 Bowman Draft Picks & Prospects - Chrome Draft Pick Autographs #BCA-AJ (link)
                                                                                                                              • Corbin Carroll
                                                                                                                                • J: 2023 Topps Chrome #401 Complete Sets variation (link)
                                                                                                                                • M: 2023 Bowman’s Best 1992 Bowman by Randy Johnson #92RJ-1 (link)
                                                                                                                              • Bowden Francis
                                                                                                                                • J: 2023 Choice Buffalo Bisons #17 (link)
                                                                                                                                • M: 2022 Topps Chrome Update #AC-BF rookie auto (link)
                                                                                                                              • Blake Snell
                                                                                                                                • J: 2019 Topps Series One #RHLP-BS Retro Hat Logo Patch Card (link)
                                                                                                                                • M: 2024 Topps Finest #88 Oil Spill refractor (link)
                                                                                                                              • Spencer Arrighetti
                                                                                                                                • J: 2024 Sugar Land Space Cowboys #42 (link)
                                                                                                                                • M: 2023 Bowman #PPA-SA 1st auto (link)
                                                                                                                              • Jackson Merrill
                                                                                                                                • J: 2024 Topps Chrome #RA-JME Rookie Autograph gold refractor /50 (link)
                                                                                                                                • M: 2021 Bowman Draft Chrome #BDC-119 yellow lava refractor (link)
                                                                                                                              ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/61273491Thu, 05 Sep 2024 14:21:43 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 58th episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ open by discussing the latest bout of injuries and new transactions affecting our fantasy teams for the stretch run. Then we choose the cards to...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by discussing the latest bout of injuries and new transactions affecting our fantasy teams for the stretch run. Then we choose the cards to enter the POTM PC Pantheon for the August award recipients.
                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                              You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17 and on bluesky at @mcouill7.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                              
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                                                                                                                              Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                              • Vinnie Pasquantino breaks thumb, out for year
                                                                                                                              • Kyle Tucker actually had broken shin
                                                                                                                              • Corey Seager to IL with hip discomfort
                                                                                                                              • Justin Steele placed on injured list with elbow woes
                                                                                                                              • Clayton Kershaw dealing with bone spur in toe
                                                                                                                              • Lourdes Gurriel Jr. shelved with calf injury, Christian Walker activated
                                                                                                                              • Tommy Pham DFA'ed, joins Royals
                                                                                                                              • Caden Dana and Samuel Aldegheri called up by Angels
                                                                                                                              • Reid Detmers returns
                                                                                                                              • Coby Mayo back again
                                                                                                                              • Oneil Cruz transitioning to centerfield
                                                                                                                              • Wade Meckler Reddit AMA
                                                                                                                              • Tyler Kepner's latest Sliders column covering Gil Patterson
                                                                                                                              Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                              • 9/6: Topps Pro Debut
                                                                                                                              • 9/11: Bowman Chrome
                                                                                                                              • 10/2: Panini Prizm
                                                                                                                              Cards Discussion (57:44) (6480baseball,cards,carroll,fantasy,judge,kershaw,mlb,razzball,seager,snell,toppsfalse158fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-57-mock-2025-first-round-draft--61199712Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by discussing two opposite history-making baseball stories in Aaron Judge and Danny Jansen before analyzing the latest wave of prospect callups and injuries affecting our fantasy teams. Then we do a far too early mock first round (12 picks) draft for 2025.
                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                              You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17 and on bluesky at @mcouill7.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                              
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                                                                                                                              Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                              • Possibility of Aaron Judge hitting 73 home runs one day (sub)
                                                                                                                              • Piece on Danny Jansen making history (sub)
                                                                                                                              • Dylan Crews called up in Washington
                                                                                                                              • Rhett Lowder set to debut Friday
                                                                                                                              • Ty Madden arrives in Detroit
                                                                                                                              • Rich Hill is back, back again
                                                                                                                              • Austin Riley likely done for year with broken hand
                                                                                                                              • Willson Contreras also likely done for year with fractured finger
                                                                                                                              • Ketel Marte placed on IL with ankle sprain
                                                                                                                              • Hunter Greene shelved with elbow issue
                                                                                                                              • Tyler Glasnow dealing with elbow tendinitis
                                                                                                                              • Pete Fairbanks hits IL with lat strain
                                                                                                                              • Xavier Edwards placed on injured list
                                                                                                                              • Joey Bart suffers hammy pull, placed on IL
                                                                                                                              • WADE MECKLER, links to some fave posts:
                                                                                                                                • The Meckler creed
                                                                                                                                • 2024 Topps Chrome box meme
                                                                                                                                • Another Topps Chrome meme
                                                                                                                                • The beauty of pulling a rare Meckler
                                                                                                                              Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                              • 8/28: Panini Boys of Summer
                                                                                                                              • 8/30: Topps Pristine
                                                                                                                              • 8/30: Topps Complete Sets
                                                                                                                              • 9/6: Topps Pro Debut
                                                                                                                              • 9/11: Bowman Chrome
                                                                                                                              • 10/2: Panini Prizm
                                                                                                                              Categories Discussion (1:15:33)
                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                              2025 Mock First Round Draft
                                                                                                                              Too Early Meatball Draft results (link)
                                                                                                                              Our 2024 mock first round draft (link)
                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                              1. Shohei Ohtani
                                                                                                                              2. Bobby Witt Jr.
                                                                                                                              3. Aaron Judge
                                                                                                                              4. Jose Ramirez
                                                                                                                              5. Elly De La Cruz
                                                                                                                              6. Juan Soto
                                                                                                                              7. Gunnar Henderson
                                                                                                                              8. Mookie Betts
                                                                                                                              9. Kyle Tucker
                                                                                                                              10. Francisco Lindor
                                                                                                                              11. Ronald Acuna Jr.
                                                                                                                              12. Paul Skenes
                                                                                                                              ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/61199712Thu, 29 Aug 2024 15:49:37 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 57th episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ open by discussing two opposite history-making baseball stories in Aaron Judge and Danny Jansen before analyzing the latest wave of prospect...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by discussing two opposite history-making baseball stories in Aaron Judge and Danny Jansen before analyzing the latest wave of prospect callups and injuries affecting our fantasy teams. Then we do a far too early mock first round (12 picks) draft for 2025.
                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                              You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17 and on bluesky at @mcouill7.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                              
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                                                                                                                              Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                              • Possibility of Aaron Judge hitting 73 home runs one day (sub)
                                                                                                                              • Piece on Danny Jansen making history (sub)
                                                                                                                              • Dylan Crews called up in Washington
                                                                                                                              • Rhett Lowder set to debut Friday
                                                                                                                              • Ty Madden arrives in Detroit
                                                                                                                              • Rich Hill is back, back again
                                                                                                                              • Austin Riley likely done for year with broken hand
                                                                                                                              • Willson Contreras also likely done for year with fractured finger
                                                                                                                              • Ketel Marte placed on IL with ankle sprain
                                                                                                                              • Hunter Greene shelved with elbow issue
                                                                                                                              • Tyler Glasnow dealing with elbow tendinitis
                                                                                                                              • Pete Fairbanks hits IL with lat strain
                                                                                                                              • Xavier Edwards placed on injured list
                                                                                                                              • 7513acuna,baseball,braves,cards,crews,elly,fantasy,jansen,judge,lowder,mlb,ohtani,razzball,shohei,skenes,soto,wittfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-56-the-white-sox-are-who-we-thought-they-were--61037946Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by discussing the White Sox before analyzing the latest wave of prospect callups and injuries affecting our fantasy teams. Then we overview players that we are buying and selling for both fantasy (dynasty) and card collecting.
                                                                                                                                
                                                                                                                                You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17 and on bluesky at @mcouill7.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                                
                                                                                                                                We have Cards & Categories swag for purchase here!
                                                                                                                                
                                                                                                                                Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                                
                                                                                                                                • White Sox fire Pedro Grifol, et al
                                                                                                                                • Patrick Dubuque on the BP projections missing on the Sox (sub required)
                                                                                                                                • Camilo Doval demoted to Triple-A
                                                                                                                                • Junior Caminero called up to make 2024 debut
                                                                                                                                • Jordan Walker returns
                                                                                                                                • Zebby Matthews debuts
                                                                                                                                • Will Wagner promoted in Toronto
                                                                                                                                • Mariners sign Victor Robles to two-year extension
                                                                                                                                • Jazz Chisholm Jr. out with left UCL injury
                                                                                                                                • Kris Bryant shelved again with back issue
                                                                                                                                • River Ryan undergoes TJ surgery
                                                                                                                                • Joe Ryan dealing with teres strain
                                                                                                                                • Hunter Harvey placed on IL with bad back
                                                                                                                                • Jesus Luzardo done for 2024
                                                                                                                                • Wenceel Perez felled with strained oblique
                                                                                                                                • Bowman Chrome pre-sale (sold out already)
                                                                                                                                Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                                                                                                
                                                                                                                                • 8/21: Panini Boys of Summer
                                                                                                                                • 8/23: Topps Pro Debut
                                                                                                                                • 8/23: Topps Pristine
                                                                                                                                • 8/28: Panini Prizm
                                                                                                                                • 8/30: Topps Complete Sets
                                                                                                                                • 9/11: Bowman Chrome
                                                                                                                                Cards/Categories Discussion (1:07:10)
                                                                                                                                
                                                                                                                                Buys & Sells 
                                                                                                                                
                                                                                                                                • Luis Garcia Jr. (BUY)
                                                                                                                                • Logan O'Hoppe (BUY)
                                                                                                                                • Francisco Lindor (BUY)
                                                                                                                                • Zebby Matthews (BUY)
                                                                                                                                • Ryne Nelson (BUY)
                                                                                                                                • Roki Sasaki (BUY)
                                                                                                                                • Yoshinobu Yamamoto (SELL)
                                                                                                                                • Ketel Marte (SELL)
                                                                                                                                ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/61037946Thu, 15 Aug 2024 13:49:03 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 56th episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ open by discussing the White Sox before analyzing the latest wave of prospect callups and injuries affecting our fantasy teams. Then we overview...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by discussing the White Sox before analyzing the latest wave of prospect callups and injuries affecting our fantasy teams. Then we overview players that we are buying and selling for both fantasy (dynasty) and card collecting.
                                                                                                                                
                                                                                                                                You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17 and on bluesky at @mcouill7.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                                
                                                                                                                                We have Cards & Categories swag for purchase here!
                                                                                                                                
                                                                                                                                Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                                
                                                                                                                                • White Sox fire Pedro Grifol, et al
                                                                                                                                • Patrick Dubuque on the BP projections missing on the Sox (sub required)
                                                                                                                                • Camilo Doval demoted to Triple-A
                                                                                                                                • Junior Caminero called up to make 2024 debut
                                                                                                                                • Jordan Walker returns
                                                                                                                                • Zebby Matthews debuts
                                                                                                                                • Will Wagner promoted in Toronto
                                                                                                                                • Mariners sign Victor Robles to two-year extension
                                                                                                                                • Jazz Chisholm Jr. out with left UCL injury
                                                                                                                                • Kris Bryant shelved again with back issue
                                                                                                                                • River Ryan undergoes TJ surgery
                                                                                                                                • Joe Ryan dealing with teres strain
                                                                                                                                • Hunter Harvey placed on IL with bad back
                                                                                                                                • Jesus Luzardo done for 2024
                                                                                                                                • 7080baseball,caminero,cards,chicago,chisholm,doval,fantasy,grifol,lindor,mlb,razzball,roki,sasaki,yamamoto,zebbyfalse156fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-55-july-players-of-the-month-pc--60957298Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by discussing the latest wave of prospect callups and injuries affecting our fantasy teams. Then we pick cards to enter the Player of the Month (POTM) PC pantheon from July.
                                                                                                                                  
                                                                                                                                  You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17 and on bluesky at @mcouill7.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                                  
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                                                                                                                                  Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                                  
                                                                                                                                  • Coby Mayo has arrived
                                                                                                                                  • Zach Dezenzo called up in Houston
                                                                                                                                  • Adrian Del Castillo promoted in Arizona
                                                                                                                                  • D-backs removing Paul Sewald from the closer's role
                                                                                                                                  • Victor Scott gets another shot
                                                                                                                                  • Mike Trout out for year with another meniscus tear
                                                                                                                                  • Jordan Westburg lands on IL with fractured hand
                                                                                                                                  • Grayson Rodriguez dealing with lat issue
                                                                                                                                  • Luis Rengifo undergoes season-ending wrist surgery
                                                                                                                                  • Max Scherzer shelved with shoulder fatigue
                                                                                                                                  • Reynaldo Lopez batting forearm injury
                                                                                                                                  • Lance McCullers Jr. officially not pitching in 2024
                                                                                                                                  Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                                                                                                  
                                                                                                                                  • 8/7: Topps Finest
                                                                                                                                  • 8/21: Panini Boys of Summer
                                                                                                                                  • 8/23: Topps Pro Debut
                                                                                                                                  • 8/23: Topps Pristine
                                                                                                                                  • 8/28: Panini Prizm
                                                                                                                                  • 8/30: Topps Complete Sets
                                                                                                                                  • TBD: Donruss
                                                                                                                                  Cards Discussion (1:00:07) (link to related Razzball post with card pics)
                                                                                                                                  
                                                                                                                                  July POTM PC (link to POTM award winners)
                                                                                                                                  
                                                                                                                                  • Bobby Witt Jr.
                                                                                                                                    • J: 2023 Topps Chrome #176 Frozenfractor #/5 (link)
                                                                                                                                    • M: 2022 Topps Update #US100 SP image variation (link)
                                                                                                                                  • Brenton Doyle
                                                                                                                                    • J: 2024 Topps Chrome #139 purple sonar refractor #/275 (link)
                                                                                                                                    • M: 2023 Topps Chrome Update #USC172 purple refractor #/250 (link)
                                                                                                                                  • Taj Bradley
                                                                                                                                    • J: 2022 Leaf Trinity #PA-TB1 rookie patch auto #/99 (link)
                                                                                                                                    • M: 2023 Topps Chrome #RR-30 Radiating Rookie (link)
                                                                                                                                  • Dylan Cease
                                                                                                                                    • J: 2024 Topps Chrome #224 Lightboard Logo refractor (link)
                                                                                                                                    • M: 2020 Topps Chrome Black #CBA-DYL auto refractor #/150 (link)
                                                                                                                                  • Colt Keith
                                                                                                                                    • J: 2024 Topps Chrome Radiating Rookies superfractor 1/1 (link)
                                                                                                                                    • M: 2024 Topps Now #228 (link)
                                                                                                                                  • Tyler Fitzgerald
                                                                                                                                    • J: 2023 Richmond Flying Squirrels card (link)
                                                                                                                                    • M: 2024 Topps Chrome #RA-TF auto orange refractor #/25 (link)
                                                                                                                                  ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60957298Thu, 08 Aug 2024 14:12:39 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 55th episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ open by discussing the latest wave of prospect callups and injuries affecting our fantasy teams. Then we pick cards to enter the Player of the...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by discussing the latest wave of prospect callups and injuries affecting our fantasy teams. Then we pick cards to enter the Player of the Month (POTM) PC pantheon from July.
                                                                                                                                  
                                                                                                                                  You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17 and on bluesky at @mcouill7.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                                  
                                                                                                                                  We have Cards & Categories swag for purchase here!
                                                                                                                                  
                                                                                                                                  Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                                  
                                                                                                                                  • Coby Mayo has arrived
                                                                                                                                  • Zach Dezenzo called up in Houston
                                                                                                                                  • Adrian Del Castillo promoted in Arizona
                                                                                                                                  • D-backs removing Paul Sewald from the closer's role
                                                                                                                                  • Victor Scott gets another shot
                                                                                                                                  • Mike Trout out for year with another meniscus tear
                                                                                                                                  • Jordan Westburg lands on IL with fractured hand
                                                                                                                                  • Grayson Rodriguez dealing with lat issue
                                                                                                                                  • Luis Rengifo undergoes season-ending wrist surgery
                                                                                                                                  • Max Scherzer shelved with shoulder fatigue
                                                                                                                                  • Reynaldo Lopez batting forearm injury
                                                                                                                                  • Lance McCullers Jr. officially not pitching in 2024
                                                                                                                                  Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                                                                                                  
                                                                                                                                  • 8/7: Topps Finest
                                                                                                                                  • 8/21: Panini Boys of Summer
                                                                                                                                  • 8/23: Topps Pro Debut
                                                                                                                                  • 8/23: Topps Pristine
                                                                                                                                  • 8/28: Panini Prizm
                                                                                                                                  • 8/30: Topps Complete Sets
                                                                                                                                  • TBD: Donruss
                                                                                                                                  Cards Discussion (1:00:07) (link to related...]]>6195baseball,bobby,cards,cease,dezenzo,diamondbacks,doyle,fantasy,mlb,razzball,roto,trout,westburg,wittfalse155fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-54-deadline-fallout--60883986Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer recap all of the significant moves from the deadline plus a handful of injuries that happened. Which players that were traded or subsequently called up have the biggest gains or losses in value as a result of the busy deadline this week?
                                                                                                                                  
                                                                                                                                  You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17 and on bluesky at @mcouill7.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                                  
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                                                                                                                                  Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                                  
                                                                                                                                  • Full list of trades from The Athletic
                                                                                                                                  • Garrett Crochet wasn't traded 
                                                                                                                                  • Cardinals, White Sox, and Dodgers link up for a three-team deal
                                                                                                                                  • Jack Flaherty moved to the Dodgers
                                                                                                                                  • Randy Arozarena joins Seattle
                                                                                                                                  • Jazz Chisholm is now a Yankee
                                                                                                                                  • Blue Jays get significant haul for Kikuchi
                                                                                                                                  • Pedro Leon called up
                                                                                                                                  • Rays and Cubs swap third basemen with Paredes for Morel
                                                                                                                                  • Jorge Soler re-joining Atlanta
                                                                                                                                  • Josh Bell on the move to Arizona
                                                                                                                                  • Christian Walker suffers oblique injury
                                                                                                                                  • Arizona and Miami swap Puk and De Los Santos
                                                                                                                                  • Zach Eflin traded to Baltimore
                                                                                                                                  • Trevor Rogers swapped for Connor Norby and Kyle Stowers
                                                                                                                                  • Eloy sent packing to Baltimore
                                                                                                                                  • Phillies exchange Dominguez and Pache for Austin Hays
                                                                                                                                  • Jackson Holliday re-called
                                                                                                                                  • Lane Thomas going to Cleveland
                                                                                                                                  • Carlos Estevez enters Philly bullpen mix
                                                                                                                                  • Yimi Garcia flipped to Seattle
                                                                                                                                  • Bryan De La Cruz is now a Pirate
                                                                                                                                  • IKF joins Pittsburgh
                                                                                                                                  • Nick Gonzales shelved with groin issue
                                                                                                                                  • Frankie Montas traded to Milwaukee
                                                                                                                                  • Michael Lorenzen moves to KC
                                                                                                                                  • Lucas Erceg joins the Royals bullpen fray
                                                                                                                                  • Paul Blackburn moving to Queens
                                                                                                                                  • Jesse Winker traded within division
                                                                                                                                  • Tanner Scott moved to Padres for prospect haul
                                                                                                                                  • Jason Adam swapped for package including Dylan Lesko
                                                                                                                                  • Dylan Carlson sent to Tampa
                                                                                                                                  • Christian Yelich out with back issue
                                                                                                                                  • Evan Carter out for season with back injury
                                                                                                                                  • Mason Miller breaks non-pitching hand
                                                                                                                                  • Kodai Senga out for season with calf injury
                                                                                                                                  • Ranger Suarez shelved with back problem
                                                                                                                                  • Riley Greene hits IL with hamstring strain
                                                                                                                                  • Ricky Tiedemann sent to undergo Tommy John surgery
                                                                                                                                  ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60883986Thu, 01 Aug 2024 12:55:35 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 54th episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ recap all of the significant moves from the deadline plus a handful of injuries that happened. Which players that were traded or subsequently...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer recap all of the significant moves from the deadline plus a handful of injuries that happened. Which players that were traded or subsequently called up have the biggest gains or losses in value as a result of the busy deadline this week?
                                                                                                                                  
                                                                                                                                  You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17 and on bluesky at @mcouill7.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                                  
                                                                                                                                  We have Cards & Categories swag for purchase here!
                                                                                                                                  
                                                                                                                                  Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                                  
                                                                                                                                  • Full list of trades from The Athletic
                                                                                                                                  • Garrett Crochet wasn't traded 
                                                                                                                                  • Cardinals, White Sox, and Dodgers link up for a three-team deal
                                                                                                                                  • Jack Flaherty moved to the Dodgers
                                                                                                                                  • Randy Arozarena joins Seattle
                                                                                                                                  • Jazz Chisholm is now a Yankee
                                                                                                                                  • Blue Jays get significant haul for Kikuchi
                                                                                                                                  • Pedro Leon called up
                                                                                                                                  • Rays and Cubs swap third basemen with Paredes for Morel
                                                                                                                                  • Jorge Soler re-joining Atlanta
                                                                                                                                  • Josh Bell on the move to Arizona
                                                                                                                                  • Christian Walker suffers oblique injury
                                                                                                                                  • Arizona and Miami swap Puk and De Los Santos
                                                                                                                                  • Zach Eflin traded to Baltimore
                                                                                                                                  • 7407arozarena,baseball,cardinals,chisholm,crochet,deadline,fantasy,fedde,flaherty,holliday,mlb,orioles,razzball,sox,tradefalse154fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-53-deadline-preparations--60788518Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by discussing the latest and greatest transactions and moves including a injuries to Ozzie Albies, Bo Bichette, and Max Fried along with the epic collapse of the Seattle Mariners. Then we analyze players and playing time situations that could be changing around the July 30 trade deadline and create or destroy fantasy value.
                                                                                                                                    
                                                                                                                                    You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17 and on bluesky at @mcouill7.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                                    
                                                                                                                                    We have Cards & Categories swag for purchase here!
                                                                                                                                    
                                                                                                                                    Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                                    
                                                                                                                                    • Ozzie Albies out with fractured wrist, Nacho Alvarez called up
                                                                                                                                    • Max Fried shelved with elbow injury
                                                                                                                                    • Bo Bichette out several weeks with strain calf
                                                                                                                                    • Carlos Correa and Chris Paddack both placed on IL
                                                                                                                                    • Ty France hits and clears waivers
                                                                                                                                    • Links to major pulls from 2024 Topps Chrome so far:
                                                                                                                                      • Jackson Holliday auto superfractor
                                                                                                                                      • Elly De La Cruz base superfractor
                                                                                                                                      • Elly De La Cruz auto superfractor
                                                                                                                                    • Breaker's Delight boxes info/background
                                                                                                                                    Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                                                                                                    
                                                                                                                                    • 7/31: Topps Museum Collection (Beckett overview)
                                                                                                                                    • 8/7: Topps Finest
                                                                                                                                    • 8/21: Panini Boys of Summer
                                                                                                                                    • 8/28: Panini Prizm
                                                                                                                                    • 8/30: Topps Complete Sets
                                                                                                                                    • TBD: Donruss
                                                                                                                                    Categories Discussion (50:16)
                                                                                                                                    
                                                                                                                                    Trade Deadline Up/Down Arrow Values
                                                                                                                                    
                                                                                                                                    Up Arrows
                                                                                                                                    
                                                                                                                                    • Erick Fedde and Garrett Crochet
                                                                                                                                    • Spencer Horwitz
                                                                                                                                    • Jazz Chisholm Jr.
                                                                                                                                    • A.J. Puk
                                                                                                                                    • Robert Garcia and Derek Law
                                                                                                                                    • Young Baltimore bats: Heston Kjerstad, Connor Norby, Coby Mayo
                                                                                                                                    Down Arrows
                                                                                                                                    
                                                                                                                                    • Tommy Pham
                                                                                                                                    • Lane Thomas
                                                                                                                                    • Elias Diaz
                                                                                                                                    • Current closers: Hector Neris, Tanner Scott, Mason Miller
                                                                                                                                     ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60788518Wed, 24 Jul 2024 15:44:19 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 53rd episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ open by discussing the latest and greatest transactions and moves including a injuries to Ozzie Albies, Bo Bichette, and Max Fried along with the...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by discussing the latest and greatest transactions and moves including a injuries to Ozzie Albies, Bo Bichette, and Max Fried along with the epic collapse of the Seattle Mariners. Then we analyze players and playing time situations that could be changing around the July 30 trade deadline and create or destroy fantasy value.
                                                                                                                                    
                                                                                                                                    You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17 and on bluesky at @mcouill7.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                                    
                                                                                                                                    We have Cards & Categories swag for purchase here!
                                                                                                                                    
                                                                                                                                    Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                                    
                                                                                                                                    • Ozzie Albies out with fractured wrist, Nacho Alvarez called up
                                                                                                                                    • Max Fried shelved with elbow injury
                                                                                                                                    • Bo Bichette out several weeks with strain calf
                                                                                                                                    • Carlos Correa and Chris Paddack both placed on IL
                                                                                                                                    • Ty France hits and clears waivers
                                                                                                                                    • Links to major pulls from 2024 Topps Chrome so far:
                                                                                                                                      • Jackson Holliday auto superfractor
                                                                                                                                      • Elly De La Cruz base superfractor
                                                                                                                                      • Elly De La Cruz auto superfractor
                                                                                                                                    • Breaker's Delight boxes info/background
                                                                                                                                    Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                                                                                                    
                                                                                                                                    • 7/31: Topps Museum Collection (Beckett overview)
                                                                                                                                    • 8/7: Topps Finest
                                                                                                                                    • 8/21: Panini Boys of Summer
                                                                                                                                    • 8/28: Panini Prizm
                                                                                                                                    • 8/30: Topps Complete Sets
                                                                                                                                    • TBD: Donruss
                                                                                                                                    Categories Discussion (50:16)
                                                                                                                                    
                                                                                                                                    Trade Deadline Up/Down Arrow Values
                                                                                                                                    
                                                                                                                                    Up Arrows
                                                                                                                                    
                                                                                                                                    • Erick Fedde and Garrett Crochet
                                                                                                                                    • Spencer Horwitz
                                                                                                                                    • Jazz Chisholm Jr.
                                                                                                                                    • A.J. Puk
                                                                                                                                    • Robert Garcia and Derek Law
                                                                                                                                    • Young Baltimore bats: Heston Kjerstad, Connor Norby, Coby Mayo
                                                                                                                                    Down Arrows
                                                                                                                                    
                                                                                                                                    • Tommy Pham
                                                                                                                                    • Lane...]]>6176albies,baseball,bichette,cards,correa,fantasy,fried,julio,mariners,mlb,nacho,orioles,razzball,rodriguez,topps,tradesfalse153fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-52-all-star-festivities-recap-topps-chrome-release--60728782Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by celebrating our one-year anniversary before diving into the All-Star Game happenings including the Home Run Derby and MLB Draft. Then we discuss the release of one of the year's most significant baseball card products, Topps Chrome, in stores July 17.
                                                                                                                                      
                                                                                                                                      You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17 and on bluesky at @mcouill7.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                                      
                                                                                                                                      We have Cards & Categories swag for purchase here!
                                                                                                                                      
                                                                                                                                      Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                                      
                                                                                                                                      • Chart of last player to homer in the ASG for each team (prior to the 2024 game)
                                                                                                                                      • 2024 MLB Draft tracker with every pick
                                                                                                                                      • Matt Strahm's baseball card belt he wore to the ASG
                                                                                                                                      • Link to cardbelts.com for all your card belt-related needs
                                                                                                                                      Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                                                                                                      
                                                                                                                                      • 7/17: Topps Chrome
                                                                                                                                      • 8/7: Topps Finest
                                                                                                                                      • 8/21: Panini Boys of Summer
                                                                                                                                      • 8/28: Panini Prizm
                                                                                                                                      • TBD: Donruss
                                                                                                                                      Cards Discussion (44:03) (link to Razzball for pictures of cards discussed)
                                                                                                                                      
                                                                                                                                      2024 Topps Chrome (checklist and overview from Beckett)
                                                                                                                                      
                                                                                                                                      • Link to Sandy Koufax autos
                                                                                                                                      • Total print run amounts per @toppsbb
                                                                                                                                      • Example of the Lightbox Logo SSP variation
                                                                                                                                      ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60728782Thu, 18 Jul 2024 13:44:38 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 52nd episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ open by celebrating our one-year anniversary before diving into the All-Star Game happenings including the Home Run Derby and MLB Draft. Then we...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by celebrating our one-year anniversary before diving into the All-Star Game happenings including the Home Run Derby and MLB Draft. Then we discuss the release of one of the year's most significant baseball card products, Topps Chrome, in stores July 17.
                                                                                                                                      
                                                                                                                                      You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17 and on bluesky at @mcouill7.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                                      
                                                                                                                                      We have Cards & Categories swag for purchase here!
                                                                                                                                      
                                                                                                                                      Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                                      
                                                                                                                                      • Chart of last player to homer in the ASG for each team (prior to the 2024 game)
                                                                                                                                      • 2024 MLB Draft tracker with every pick
                                                                                                                                      • Matt Strahm's baseball card belt he wore to the ASG
                                                                                                                                      • Link to cardbelts.com for all your card belt-related needs
                                                                                                                                      Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                                                                                                      
                                                                                                                                      • 7/17: Topps Chrome
                                                                                                                                      • 8/7: Topps Finest
                                                                                                                                      • 8/21: Panini Boys of Summer
                                                                                                                                      • 8/28: Panini Prizm
                                                                                                                                      • TBD: Donruss
                                                                                                                                      Cards Discussion (44:03) (link to Razzball for pictures of cards discussed)
                                                                                                                                      
                                                                                                                                      2024 Topps Chrome (checklist and overview from Beckett)
                                                                                                                                      
                                                                                                                                      • Link to Sandy Koufax autos
                                                                                                                                      • Total print run amounts per @toppsbb
                                                                                                                                      • Example of the Lightbox Logo SSP variation
                                                                                                                                      ]]>5057all-star,baseball,bazzana,cards,chrome,draft,duran,fantasy,mlb,ohtani,refractor,shohei,toppsfalse152fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-51-june-players-of-the-month-pc--60663871Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by discussing the upcoming All-Star game including changes to the Home Run Derby and trends in the rosters before diving into the latest and greatest transactions and moves. Then we cards to enter the Player of the Month (POTM) PC pantheon from June.
                                                                                                                                      
                                                                                                                                      You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17 and on bluesky at @mcouill7.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                                      
                                                                                                                                      We now have Cards & Categories swag for purchase here!
                                                                                                                                      
                                                                                                                                      Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                                      
                                                                                                                                      • The Home Run Derby format has changed for this year
                                                                                                                                      • Link to the All-Star rosters
                                                                                                                                      • Jordan Romano underwent arthroscopic surgery on his elbow
                                                                                                                                      • Aaron Civale dealt to the Milwaukee Brewers
                                                                                                                                      • James Wood has arrived
                                                                                                                                      • Brooks Lee called up for debut
                                                                                                                                      • Bobby Miller sent to Triple-A to work on mechanics
                                                                                                                                      • Significant heist takes place at the Dallas Card Show
                                                                                                                                      Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                                                                                                      
                                                                                                                                      • 7/17: Topps Chrome
                                                                                                                                      • 8/21: Panini Boys of Summer
                                                                                                                                      • 8/28: Panini Prizm
                                                                                                                                      • TBD: Donruss
                                                                                                                                      Cards Discussion (54:20) link to Razzball to see cards discussed
                                                                                                                                      
                                                                                                                                      June POTM PC (link to POTM award winners)
                                                                                                                                      
                                                                                                                                      • Garrett Crochet
                                                                                                                                        • J: 2020 Bowman Draft #BD-95 1/1 black printing plate auto (link)
                                                                                                                                        • M: 2021 Stadium Club SCBA-GC auto (link)
                                                                                                                                      • Cristopher Sanchez
                                                                                                                                        • J: 2024 Topps Now #356 (link)
                                                                                                                                        • M: 2021 Choice Lehigh Valley IronPigs #26 (link)
                                                                                                                                      • Wyatt Langford
                                                                                                                                        • J: 2024 Bowman Spotlights Superfractor 1/1 #BS-9 (link)
                                                                                                                                          • Active auction for the red /5: (link) 
                                                                                                                                        • 2023 Bowman Chrome Draft Blue Wave Refractor 1st Auto #/150 (link) 
                                                                                                                                      • Jackson Merrill
                                                                                                                                        • J: 2023 National Treasures #135 Rookie Materials Signatures Holo Gold #/25 (link)
                                                                                                                                        • M: 2024 Topps Series 2 #699 SP variation (link) 
                                                                                                                                      • Carlos Estevez
                                                                                                                                        • J: 2016 Choice Albuquerque Isotopes (link)
                                                                                                                                        • M: 2024 Topps Heritage #498 Black and White Image Variation (link) 
                                                                                                                                      • Ryan Helsley
                                                                                                                                        • J: 2019 Topps Update #US248 Independence Day #/76 (link)
                                                                                                                                        • M: 2019 Topps Holiday #WHA-RH auto #/200 (link)
                                                                                                                                      ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60663871Thu, 11 Jul 2024 14:36:13 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 51st episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ open by discussing the upcoming All-Star game including changes to the Home Run Derby and trends in the rosters before diving into the latest and...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by discussing the upcoming All-Star game including changes to the Home Run Derby and trends in the rosters before diving into the latest and greatest transactions and moves. Then we cards to enter the Player of the Month (POTM) PC pantheon from June.
                                                                                                                                      
                                                                                                                                      You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17 and on bluesky at @mcouill7.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                                      
                                                                                                                                      We now have Cards & Categories swag for purchase here!
                                                                                                                                      
                                                                                                                                      Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                                      
                                                                                                                                      • The Home Run Derby format has changed for this year
                                                                                                                                      • Link to the All-Star rosters
                                                                                                                                      • Jordan Romano underwent arthroscopic surgery on his elbow
                                                                                                                                      • Aaron Civale dealt to the Milwaukee Brewers
                                                                                                                                      • James Wood has arrived
                                                                                                                                      • Brooks Lee called up for debut
                                                                                                                                      • Bobby Miller sent to Triple-A to work on mechanics
                                                                                                                                      • Significant heist takes place at the Dallas Card Show
                                                                                                                                      Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                                                                                                      
                                                                                                                                      • 7/17: Topps Chrome
                                                                                                                                      • 8/21: Panini Boys of Summer
                                                                                                                                      • 8/28: Panini Prizm
                                                                                                                                      • TBD: Donruss
                                                                                                                                      Cards Discussion (54:20) link to Razzball to see cards discussed
                                                                                                                                      
                                                                                                                                      June POTM PC (link to POTM award winners)
                                                                                                                                      
                                                                                                                                      • Garrett Crochet
                                                                                                                                        • J: 2020 Bowman Draft #BD-95 1/1 black printing plate auto (link)
                                                                                                                                        • M: 2021 Stadium Club SCBA-GC auto (5996all-star,baseball,cards,crochet,dodgers,fantasy,langford,merrill,mlb,woodfalse151fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-50-prospect-category-helpers--60528900Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by discussing the latest and greatest transactions and moves including a injuries to Fernando Tatis Jr. and Clayton Kershaw along with some exciting call-ups. Then we analyze prospects that could help your team at specific roto categories in the near future.
                                                                                                                                          
                                                                                                                                          You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17 and on bluesky at @mcouill7.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                                          
                                                                                                                                          We now have Cards & Categories swag for purchase here!
                                                                                                                                          
                                                                                                                                          Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                                          
                                                                                                                                          • Jhonkensy Noel called up in Cleveland
                                                                                                                                          • David Festa set to debut for Twins
                                                                                                                                          • Fernando Tatis Jr. hits IL with stress reaction in leg
                                                                                                                                          • Giancarlo Stanton's hamstring finally gives out
                                                                                                                                          • Jesus Luzardo placed on injured list with back issue
                                                                                                                                          • David Bednar shelved with an oblique injury
                                                                                                                                          • Chris Paddack dealing with shoulder and elbow injuries
                                                                                                                                          • Clayton Kershaw shut down from rehab assignment
                                                                                                                                          • Edwin Diaz busted for using sticky stuff, suspended for 10 games
                                                                                                                                          • Orelvis Martinez suspended 80 games for using PEDs
                                                                                                                                          Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                                                                                                          
                                                                                                                                          • 6/28: Leaf Lumber (link to Beckett preview)
                                                                                                                                          • 7/3: Donruss
                                                                                                                                          • 7/3: Topps Tier One
                                                                                                                                          • 7/3: Panini Stars & Stripes USA Baseball (link to Beckett preview)
                                                                                                                                          • 7/17: Topps Chrome
                                                                                                                                          • 7/19: Panini Boys of Summer
                                                                                                                                          • 8/28: Panini Prizm
                                                                                                                                          Categories Discussion (44:44)
                                                                                                                                          
                                                                                                                                          Players discussed:
                                                                                                                                          
                                                                                                                                          • Jhonkensy Noel
                                                                                                                                          • Deyvison De Los Santos
                                                                                                                                          • Adrian Del Castillo
                                                                                                                                          • Drew Romo
                                                                                                                                          • Cooper Bowman
                                                                                                                                          • Chandler Simpson
                                                                                                                                          • Quinn Mathews
                                                                                                                                          • Richard Fitts
                                                                                                                                          • David Festa
                                                                                                                                          • Carson Whisenhunt
                                                                                                                                          ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60528900Thu, 27 Jun 2024 15:44:27 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 50th episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ open by discussing the latest and greatest transactions and moves including a injuries to Fernando Tatis Jr. and Clayton Kershaw along with some...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by discussing the latest and greatest transactions and moves including a injuries to Fernando Tatis Jr. and Clayton Kershaw along with some exciting call-ups. Then we analyze prospects that could help your team at specific roto categories in the near future.
                                                                                                                                          
                                                                                                                                          You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17 and on bluesky at @mcouill7.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                                          
                                                                                                                                          We now have Cards & Categories swag for purchase here!
                                                                                                                                          
                                                                                                                                          Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                                          
                                                                                                                                          • Jhonkensy Noel called up in Cleveland
                                                                                                                                          • David Festa set to debut for Twins
                                                                                                                                          • Fernando Tatis Jr. hits IL with stress reaction in leg
                                                                                                                                          • Giancarlo Stanton's hamstring finally gives out
                                                                                                                                          • Jesus Luzardo placed on injured list with back issue
                                                                                                                                          • David Bednar shelved with an oblique injury
                                                                                                                                          • Chris Paddack dealing with shoulder and elbow injuries
                                                                                                                                          • Clayton Kershaw shut down from rehab assignment
                                                                                                                                          • Edwin Diaz busted for using sticky stuff, suspended for 10 games
                                                                                                                                          • Orelvis Martinez suspended 80 games for using PEDs
                                                                                                                                          Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                                                                                                          
                                                                                                                                          • 6/28: Leaf Lumber (link to Beckett preview)
                                                                                                                                          • 7/3: Donruss
                                                                                                                                          • 7/3: Topps Tier One
                                                                                                                                          • 7/3: Panini Stars & Stripes USA Baseball (link to Beckett preview)
                                                                                                                                          • 7/17: Topps Chrome
                                                                                                                                          • 7/19: Panini Boys of Summer
                                                                                                                                          • 8/28: Panini Prizm
                                                                                                                                          Categories Discussion (44:44)
                                                                                                                                          6153baseball,cards,fantasy,festa,jhonkensy,kershaw,mlb,noel,razzball,tatis,toppsfalse150fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-49-oh-no-mookie-and-last-30-days-breakouts--60449850Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by discussing the latest and greatest transactions and moves including a bevvy of injuries to Mookie Betts, Yoshinobu Yamamoto, Michael Harris II and more. Then we analyze players that have been hot in the Razzball Last 30 Days rankings to see what's fueling their performances.
                                                                                                                                          
                                                                                                                                          You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17 and on bluesky at @mcouill7.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                                          
                                                                                                                                          We now have Cards & Categories swag for purchase here!
                                                                                                                                          
                                                                                                                                          Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                                          
                                                                                                                                          • Mookie Betts breaks hand on hit-by-pitch
                                                                                                                                          • Yoshinobu Yamamoto lands on injured list with rotator cuff strain
                                                                                                                                          • Justin Verlander shelved with neck issue
                                                                                                                                          • Bo Bichette hits IL with calf strain, Orelvis Martinez called up
                                                                                                                                          • Kyle Bradish undergoes Tommy John surgery
                                                                                                                                          • Anthony Rizzo fractures forearm, Ben Rice promoted
                                                                                                                                          • 2024 Topps Chrome pre-order
                                                                                                                                          • St. Louis Cardinals rip some packs of Allen & Ginter
                                                                                                                                          Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                                                                                                          
                                                                                                                                          • 7/3: Donruss
                                                                                                                                          • 7/3: Topps Tier One
                                                                                                                                          • 7/19: Panini Boys of Summer
                                                                                                                                          • 8/28: Panini Prizm
                                                                                                                                          Categories Discussion (1:09)
                                                                                                                                          
                                                                                                                                          • Last 30 Days Hitters rankings
                                                                                                                                          • Last 30 Days Pitchers rankings
                                                                                                                                          • Justin Choi's piece on different fastballs at FanGraphs
                                                                                                                                          Players discussed:
                                                                                                                                          
                                                                                                                                          • Carlos Correa
                                                                                                                                          • Heliot Ramos
                                                                                                                                          • David Hamilton
                                                                                                                                          • Jake Irvin
                                                                                                                                          • Tobias Myers
                                                                                                                                          • Hunter Brown
                                                                                                                                          ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60449850Thu, 20 Jun 2024 14:17:44 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 49th episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ open by discussing the latest and greatest transactions and moves including a bevvy of injuries to Mookie Betts, Yoshinobu Yamamoto, Michael...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by discussing the latest and greatest transactions and moves including a bevvy of injuries to Mookie Betts, Yoshinobu Yamamoto, Michael Harris II and more. Then we analyze players that have been hot in the Razzball Last 30 Days rankings to see what's fueling their performances.
                                                                                                                                          
                                                                                                                                          You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17 and on bluesky at @mcouill7.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                                          
                                                                                                                                          We now have Cards & Categories swag for purchase here!
                                                                                                                                          
                                                                                                                                          Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                                          
                                                                                                                                          • Mookie Betts breaks hand on hit-by-pitch
                                                                                                                                          • Yoshinobu Yamamoto lands on injured list with rotator cuff strain
                                                                                                                                          • Justin Verlander shelved with neck issue
                                                                                                                                          • Bo Bichette hits IL with calf strain, Orelvis Martinez called up
                                                                                                                                          • Kyle Bradish undergoes Tommy John surgery
                                                                                                                                          • Anthony Rizzo fractures forearm, Ben Rice promoted
                                                                                                                                          • 2024 Topps Chrome pre-order
                                                                                                                                          • St. Louis Cardinals rip some packs of Allen & Ginter
                                                                                                                                          Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                                                                                                          
                                                                                                                                          • 7/3: Donruss
                                                                                                                                          • 7/3: Topps Tier One
                                                                                                                                          • 7/19: Panini Boys of Summer
                                                                                                                                          • 8/28: Panini Prizm
                                                                                                                                          Categories Discussion (1:09)
                                                                                                                                          
                                                                                                                                          • Last 30 Days Hitters rankings
                                                                                                                                          • Last 30 Days Pitchers rankings
                                                                                                                                          • Justin Choi's piece on different fastballs at FanGraphs
                                                                                                                                          Players discussed:
                                                                                                                                          
                                                                                                                                          • Carlos Correa
                                                                                                                                          • Heliot Ramos
                                                                                                                                          • David Hamilton
                                                                                                                                          • Jake Irvin
                                                                                                                                          • Tobias Myers
                                                                                                                                          • Hunter Brown
                                                                                                                                          ]]>6142baseball,betts,bichette,cards,correa,fantasy,mlb,mookie,razzball,topps,verlander,yamamotofalse149fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-48-all-star-ballots-topps-series-2--60373188Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by selecting our All-Star ballots before analyzing the impacts of J.T. Realmuto and Kyle Tucker's injuries. Then we overview the newest flagship release, 2024 Topps Series 2, which hit shelves everywhere on June 12.
                                                                                                                                          
                                                                                                                                          You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17 and on bluesky at @mcouill7.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                                          
                                                                                                                                          We now have Cards & Categories swag for purchase here!
                                                                                                                                          
                                                                                                                                          Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                                          
                                                                                                                                          • 2024 MLB All-Star Ballot (sans Martin Maldonado, sadly)
                                                                                                                                          • J.T. Realmuto undergoes meniscus surgery
                                                                                                                                          • Kyle Tucker placed on IL with bone bruise
                                                                                                                                          • Adael Amador joins Rockies as Brendan Rodgers hits IL
                                                                                                                                          • Drew Thorpe makes his MLB debut
                                                                                                                                          • Hurston Waldrep debuts for Atlanta
                                                                                                                                          • Cavan Biggio added to the Dodgers roster
                                                                                                                                          Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                                                                                                          
                                                                                                                                          • 6/10: Topps Dynamic Duos
                                                                                                                                          • 6/12: Topps Series 2
                                                                                                                                          • 7/3: Donruss
                                                                                                                                          • 7/3: Topps Tier One
                                                                                                                                          • 7/19: Panini Boys of Summer
                                                                                                                                          • 8/28: Panini Prizm
                                                                                                                                          Cards Discussion (1:09)
                                                                                                                                          
                                                                                                                                          2024 Topps Series 2 
                                                                                                                                          
                                                                                                                                          • Product overview and checklist
                                                                                                                                          • Product breakdown from Topps
                                                                                                                                          • Jackson Holliday FF SP information
                                                                                                                                          • Holliday variations
                                                                                                                                          • Example of CJ Stroud card missing auto sticker
                                                                                                                                          ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60373188Thu, 13 Jun 2024 14:53:10 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 48th episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ open by selecting our All-Star ballots before analyzing the impacts of J.T. Realmuto and Kyle Tucker's injuries. Then we overview the newest...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by selecting our All-Star ballots before analyzing the impacts of J.T. Realmuto and Kyle Tucker's injuries. Then we overview the newest flagship release, 2024 Topps Series 2, which hit shelves everywhere on June 12.
                                                                                                                                          
                                                                                                                                          You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17 and on bluesky at @mcouill7.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                                          
                                                                                                                                          We now have Cards & Categories swag for purchase here!
                                                                                                                                          
                                                                                                                                          Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                                          
                                                                                                                                          • 2024 MLB All-Star Ballot (sans Martin Maldonado, sadly)
                                                                                                                                          • J.T. Realmuto undergoes meniscus surgery
                                                                                                                                          • Kyle Tucker placed on IL with bone bruise
                                                                                                                                          • Adael Amador joins Rockies as Brendan Rodgers hits IL
                                                                                                                                          • Drew Thorpe makes his MLB debut
                                                                                                                                          • Hurston Waldrep debuts for Atlanta
                                                                                                                                          • Cavan Biggio added to the Dodgers roster
                                                                                                                                          Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                                                                                                          
                                                                                                                                          • 6/10: Topps Dynamic Duos
                                                                                                                                          • 6/12: Topps Series 2
                                                                                                                                          • 7/3: Donruss
                                                                                                                                          • 7/3: Topps Tier One
                                                                                                                                          • 7/19: Panini Boys of Summer
                                                                                                                                          • 8/28: Panini Prizm
                                                                                                                                          Cards Discussion (1:09)
                                                                                                                                          
                                                                                                                                          2024 Topps Series 2 
                                                                                                                                          
                                                                                                                                          • Product overview and checklist
                                                                                                                                          • Product breakdown from Topps
                                                                                                                                          • Jackson Holliday FF SP information
                                                                                                                                          • Holliday variations
                                                                                                                                          • Example of CJ Stroud card missing auto sticker
                                                                                                                                          ]]>6791all-star,amador,baseball,cards,fantasy,holliday,jackson,mlb,razzball,realmuto,stroud,topps,tucker,wembanyama,yamamotofalse148fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-47-may-players-of-the-month-pc--60286516Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open with banter on the latest moves and news including Spencer Torkelson and Reid Detmers' journeys to Triple-A. Then we select cards to enter the Player of the Month (POTM) PC pantheon from May.
                                                                                                                                          
                                                                                                                                          You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17 and on bluesky at @mcouill7.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                                          
                                                                                                                                          We now have Cards & Categories swag for purchase here!
                                                                                                                                          
                                                                                                                                          Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                                          
                                                                                                                                          • Rob Mains' The Month That Was article on BP
                                                                                                                                          • Yu Darvish (groin) and Joe Musgrove (elbow) both placed on the IL
                                                                                                                                          • Blake Snell hitting IL again with groin strain
                                                                                                                                          • Clarke Schmidt dealing with oblique strain, out 4-6 weeks
                                                                                                                                          • John Means and Tyler Wells slated for UCL procedures
                                                                                                                                          • Jordan Romano felled with balky elbow, Yimi Garcia to close in interim
                                                                                                                                          • Connor Norby promoted in Baltimore
                                                                                                                                          • Spencer Torkelson sent to Triple-A, Justyn-Henry Malloy called up
                                                                                                                                          • Reid Detmers optioned to the minors
                                                                                                                                          • Royce Lewis returns from IL, Edouard Julien optioned
                                                                                                                                          Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                                                                                                          
                                                                                                                                          • 6/5: 2024 Bowman Sapphire
                                                                                                                                          • 6/12: Topps Series 2
                                                                                                                                          • 6/12: Donruss
                                                                                                                                          Cards Discussion (38:12)
                                                                                                                                          
                                                                                                                                          May POTM PC (link to POTM award winners)
                                                                                                                                          
                                                                                                                                          • Aaron Judge
                                                                                                                                            • J: 2023 Topps Tier One Autographed Bat Knob relic 1/1 (link)
                                                                                                                                            • M: 2022 Stadium Club #161 Chrome Refractor (link)
                                                                                                                                          • Bryce Harper
                                                                                                                                            • J: 2012 Topps #661 Base (Screaming) (link)
                                                                                                                                            • M: 2023 Topps Now #992 Stare Down SP (link) 
                                                                                                                                          • Luis Gil
                                                                                                                                            • J: 2022 National Treasures RPA /25 (link)
                                                                                                                                            • M: 2022 Topps Inception RPA 1/1 (link) 
                                                                                                                                          • Chris Sale
                                                                                                                                            • J: 2011 Topps Chrome Rookie Auto Black Refractor (link) 
                                                                                                                                            • M: 2024 Topps Big League #57 black foil /25 (link) 
                                                                                                                                          • Joey Ortiz
                                                                                                                                            • J: 2024 Topps Now #122 (link)
                                                                                                                                            • M: 2023 Topps Update #US126 Skeleton foil /50 (link) 
                                                                                                                                          ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60286516Wed, 05 Jun 2024 14:27:45 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 47th episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ open with banter on the latest moves and news including Spencer Torkelson and Reid Detmers' journeys to Triple-A. Then we select cards to enter...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open with banter on the latest moves and news including Spencer Torkelson and Reid Detmers' journeys to Triple-A. Then we select cards to enter the Player of the Month (POTM) PC pantheon from May.
                                                                                                                                          
                                                                                                                                          You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17 and on bluesky at @mcouill7.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                                          
                                                                                                                                          We now have Cards & Categories swag for purchase here!
                                                                                                                                          
                                                                                                                                          Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                                          
                                                                                                                                          • Rob Mains' The Month That Was article on BP
                                                                                                                                          • Yu Darvish (groin) and Joe Musgrove (elbow) both placed on the IL
                                                                                                                                          • Blake Snell hitting IL again with groin strain
                                                                                                                                          • Clarke Schmidt dealing with oblique strain, out 4-6 weeks
                                                                                                                                          • John Means and Tyler Wells slated for UCL procedures
                                                                                                                                          • Jordan Romano felled with balky elbow, Yimi Garcia to close in interim
                                                                                                                                          • Connor Norby promoted in Baltimore
                                                                                                                                          • Spencer Torkelson sent to Triple-A, Justyn-Henry Malloy called up
                                                                                                                                          • Reid Detmers optioned to the minors
                                                                                                                                          • Royce Lewis returns from IL, Edouard Julien optioned
                                                                                                                                          Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                                                                                                          
                                                                                                                                          • 6/5: 2024 Bowman Sapphire
                                                                                                                                          • 6/12: Topps Series 2
                                                                                                                                          • 6/12: Donruss
                                                                                                                                          Cards Discussion (38:12)
                                                                                                                                          
                                                                                                                                          May POTM PC (link to POTM award winners)
                                                                                                                                          
                                                                                                                                          • Aaron Judge
                                                                                                                                            • J: 2023 Topps Tier One Autographed Bat Knob relic 1/1 (4869baseball,cards,darvish,fantasy,gil,harper,judge,mlb,ortiz,razzball,sale,torkelson,yufalse147fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-46-stashable-prospects--60220833Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open with banter on the latest moves and news including injuries to Ronald Acuna Jr. and Xander Bogaerts along with the Angel Hernandez's retirement and the inclusion of Negro Leagues stats in the MLB record book. Then we discuss minor leaguers that we are burning a reserve roster spot on to stash in on our fantasy teams.
                                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                                              You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17 and on bluesky at @mcouill7.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                                              We now have Cards & Categories swag for purchase here!
                                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                                              Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                                              • Ronald Acuna tears left ACL, opening playing time for Jarred Kelenic and Adam Duvall
                                                                                                                                              • Xander Bogaerts out for rest of season with shoulder fracture
                                                                                                                                              • Evan Carter placed on IL, Wyatt Langford and Nathan Eovaldi return
                                                                                                                                              • Cristian Javier shelved with forearm strain, Jose Abreu returns, Joey Loperfido sent to Triple-A
                                                                                                                                              • Loperfido to work on 1B skills in Sugar Land
                                                                                                                                              • Angel Hernandez retires
                                                                                                                                              • Negro Leagues statistics officially enter the MLB records
                                                                                                                                                • Resources on Negro Leagues mentioned:
                                                                                                                                                  • Shakeia Taylor's piece at BP
                                                                                                                                                  • Bob Kendrick's Black Diamonds podcast
                                                                                                                                                  • Vanessa Ivy Rose's Reclaimed: The Forgotten League podcast
                                                                                                                                                  • Only the Ball Was White by Robert Peterson
                                                                                                                                              Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                                              • 5/28: 2024 Bowman Sapphire
                                                                                                                                              • 6/12: Topps Series 2
                                                                                                                                              • 6/12: Donruss
                                                                                                                                              Categories Discussion (37:00)
                                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                                              Players discussed:
                                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                                              STASH:
                                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                                              • Immediate Top 100 Bats (James Wood, Jackson Holliday, Junior Caminero, Coby Mayo)
                                                                                                                                                • Caminero's injury details
                                                                                                                                                • Wood's injury details
                                                                                                                                                • Mayo's injury details
                                                                                                                                              • Cade Povich
                                                                                                                                              • Tyler Black
                                                                                                                                              • Hurston Waldrep (also discussed Spencer Schwellenbach's chances of sticking with Atlanta)
                                                                                                                                              • Jordan Walker
                                                                                                                                              • David Festa
                                                                                                                                              • Jackson Jobe
                                                                                                                                              • Drew Thorpe
                                                                                                                                              AVOID:
                                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                                              • Shane Baz
                                                                                                                                              • Jordan Lawlar
                                                                                                                                              • Orelvis Martinez
                                                                                                                                              ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60220833Thu, 30 May 2024 14:36:20 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 46th episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ open with banter on the latest moves and news including injuries to Ronald Acuna Jr. and Xander Bogaerts along with the Angel Hernandez's...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open with banter on the latest moves and news including injuries to Ronald Acuna Jr. and Xander Bogaerts along with the Angel Hernandez's retirement and the inclusion of Negro Leagues stats in the MLB record book. Then we discuss minor leaguers that we are burning a reserve roster spot on to stash in on our fantasy teams.
                                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                                              You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17 and on bluesky at @mcouill7.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                                              
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                                                                                                                                              Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                                              • Ronald Acuna tears left ACL, opening playing time for Jarred Kelenic and Adam Duvall
                                                                                                                                              • Xander Bogaerts out for rest of season with shoulder fracture
                                                                                                                                              • Evan Carter placed on IL, Wyatt Langford and Nathan Eovaldi return
                                                                                                                                              • Cristian Javier shelved with forearm strain, Jose Abreu returns, Joey Loperfido sent to Triple-A
                                                                                                                                              • Loperfido to work on 1B skills in Sugar Land
                                                                                                                                              • Angel Hernandez retires
                                                                                                                                              • Negro Leagues statistics officially enter the MLB records
                                                                                                                                                • Resources on Negro Leagues mentioned:
                                                                                                                                                  • Shakeia Taylor's piece at BP
                                                                                                                                                  • Bob Kendrick's Black Diamonds podcast
                                                                                                                                                  • Vanessa Ivy Rose's Reclaimed: The Forgotten League podcast
                                                                                                                                                  • Only the Ball Was White by Robert Peterson
                                                                                                                                              Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                                              • 5/28: 2024 Bowman Sapphire
                                                                                                                                              • 6/12: Topps Series 2
                                                                                                                                              • 6/12: Donruss
                                                                                                                                              Categories Discussion (37:00)
                                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                                              Players discussed:
                                                                                                                                              5734acuna,baseball,bogaerts,caminero,cards,fantasy,holliday,leagues,negro,povich,razzball,xanderfalse146fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-45-biggest-movers-in-the-top-100-hitters--60134141Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open with banter on the latest moves and news including new injuries plus Edwin Diaz's demotion from the Mets closer role. Then we discuss the biggest movers (good and bad) in Jeremy's most recent rendition of the Top 100 Hitters.
                                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                                              You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17 and on bluesky at @mcouill7.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                                              We now have Cards & Categories swag for purchase here!
                                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                                              Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                                              • Zach Eflin lands on the IL with a back issue
                                                                                                                                              • Max Muncy hits IL with oblique injury, Miguel Vargas called up, James Outman sent to Triple-A
                                                                                                                                              • Garrett Whitlock dealing with damage to UCL in right elbow
                                                                                                                                              • Edwin Diaz demoted from closer's role, Mets saves situation is "fluid" ... Reed Garrett time?
                                                                                                                                              • Eloy Jimenez injured again
                                                                                                                                              Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                                              • 5/17: 2024 Topps Archives Signature Series Baseball – Retired Edition (checklist and overview)
                                                                                                                                              • 5/22: 2023 Topps Chrome Platinum Anniversary (checklist and overview)
                                                                                                                                              • 6/12: Topps Series 2
                                                                                                                                              • 6/12: Donruss
                                                                                                                                              Categories Discussion (29:35)
                                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                                              Link to Jeremy's most recent Top 100 Hitters
                                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                                              Players discussed:
                                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                                              RISERS
                                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                                              • Brent Rooker
                                                                                                                                              • Christian Yelich
                                                                                                                                              • Ryan Jeffers
                                                                                                                                              • Jurickson Profar
                                                                                                                                              • Anthony Volpe
                                                                                                                                              FALLERS
                                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                                              • Justin Turner
                                                                                                                                              • Vladimir Guerrero Jr.
                                                                                                                                              • Josh Lowe
                                                                                                                                              ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60134141Wed, 22 May 2024 15:38:53 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 45th episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ open with banter on the latest moves and news including new injuries plus Edwin Diaz's demotion from the Mets closer role. Then we discuss the...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open with banter on the latest moves and news including new injuries plus Edwin Diaz's demotion from the Mets closer role. Then we discuss the biggest movers (good and bad) in Jeremy's most recent rendition of the Top 100 Hitters.
                                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                                              You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17 and on bluesky at @mcouill7.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                                              We now have Cards & Categories swag for purchase here!
                                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                                              Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                                              • Zach Eflin lands on the IL with a back issue
                                                                                                                                              • Max Muncy hits IL with oblique injury, Miguel Vargas called up, James Outman sent to Triple-A
                                                                                                                                              • Garrett Whitlock dealing with damage to UCL in right elbow
                                                                                                                                              • Edwin Diaz demoted from closer's role, Mets saves situation is "fluid" ... Reed Garrett time?
                                                                                                                                              • Eloy Jimenez injured again
                                                                                                                                              Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                                              • 5/17: 2024 Topps Archives Signature Series Baseball – Retired Edition (checklist and overview)
                                                                                                                                              • 5/22: 2023 Topps Chrome Platinum Anniversary (checklist and overview)
                                                                                                                                              • 6/12: Topps Series 2
                                                                                                                                              • 6/12: Donruss
                                                                                                                                              Categories Discussion (29:35)
                                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                                              Link to Jeremy's most recent Top 100 Hitters
                                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                                              Players discussed:
                                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                                              RISERS
                                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                                              • Brent Rooker
                                                                                                                                              • Christian Yelich
                                                                                                                                              • Ryan Jeffers
                                                                                                                                              • Jurickson Profar
                                                                                                                                              • Anthony Volpe
                                                                                                                                              FALLERS
                                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                                              • Justin Turner
                                                                                                                                              • Vladimir Guerrero Jr.
                                                                                                                                              • Josh Lowe
                                                                                                                                              ]]>4607baseball,cards,diaz,edwin,eflin,eloy,fantasy,guerrero,rooker,vladimir,volpe,yelichfalse145fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-44-droppable-bats--60059486Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open with banter on the new Statcast bat tracking metrics (Batcast?) before discussing the latest moves and news including new injuries plus prospect debuts. Then we analyze highly rostered hitters that have been dreadful to start the season. Is it time to move on from them?
                                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                                              You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17 and on bluesky at @mcouill7.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                                              We now have Cards & Categories swag for purchase here!
                                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                                              Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                                              • Statcast's new bat tracking metrics
                                                                                                                                              • Effectively Wild pod episode with Mike Petriello 
                                                                                                                                              • Dansby Swanson shelved with sprained knee
                                                                                                                                              • Ke'Bryan Hayes lands on IL with back issue
                                                                                                                                              • Nick Lodolo hits IL with left groin injury
                                                                                                                                              • Rhys Hoskins out 2-4 weeks with strain hamstring
                                                                                                                                              • Jung Hoo Lee suffers significant shoulder injury, Heliot Ramos and Luis Matos get see plenty of time in Giants outfield
                                                                                                                                              • Ronel Blanco ejected for sticky stuff, to serve 10 game suspension
                                                                                                                                              • Paul Skenes' debut highlights
                                                                                                                                              • Robert Gasser called up for major league debut
                                                                                                                                              Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                                              • 5/17: 2024 Topps Archives Signature Series Baseball – Retired Edition
                                                                                                                                              • 5/22: 2023 Topps Chrome Platinum Anniversary
                                                                                                                                              • 6/12: Topps Series 2
                                                                                                                                              • 6/12: Donruss
                                                                                                                                              Categories Discussion (46:20)
                                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                                              Possibly cuttable hitters discussed:
                                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                                              • Julio Rodriguez
                                                                                                                                              • Corbin Carroll
                                                                                                                                              • Bo Bichette
                                                                                                                                              • Paul Goldschmidt
                                                                                                                                              • Nolan Jones
                                                                                                                                              • Xander Bogaerts
                                                                                                                                              • Carlos Correa
                                                                                                                                              • Jake Burger
                                                                                                                                              • Gleyber Torres
                                                                                                                                              • George Springer
                                                                                                                                              • Spencer Torkelson
                                                                                                                                              • Ian Happ
                                                                                                                                              • Nick Castellanos
                                                                                                                                              • Colton Cowser
                                                                                                                                              ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60059486Thu, 16 May 2024 14:28:10 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 44th episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ open with banter on the new Statcast bat tracking metrics (Batcast?) before discussing the latest moves and news including new injuries plus...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open with banter on the new Statcast bat tracking metrics (Batcast?) before discussing the latest moves and news including new injuries plus prospect debuts. Then we analyze highly rostered hitters that have been dreadful to start the season. Is it time to move on from them?
                                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                                              You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17 and on bluesky at @mcouill7.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                                              We now have Cards & Categories swag for purchase here!
                                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                                              Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                                              • Statcast's new bat tracking metrics
                                                                                                                                              • Effectively Wild pod episode with Mike Petriello 
                                                                                                                                              • Dansby Swanson shelved with sprained knee
                                                                                                                                              • Ke'Bryan Hayes lands on IL with back issue
                                                                                                                                              • Nick Lodolo hits IL with left groin injury
                                                                                                                                              • Rhys Hoskins out 2-4 weeks with strain hamstring
                                                                                                                                              • Jung Hoo Lee suffers significant shoulder injury, Heliot Ramos and Luis Matos get see plenty of time in Giants outfield
                                                                                                                                              • Ronel Blanco ejected for sticky stuff, to serve 10 game suspension
                                                                                                                                              • Paul Skenes' debut highlights
                                                                                                                                              • Robert Gasser called up for major league debut
                                                                                                                                              Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                                              • 5/17: 2024 Topps Archives Signature Series Baseball – Retired Edition
                                                                                                                                              • 5/22: 2023 Topps Chrome Platinum Anniversary
                                                                                                                                              • 6/12: Topps Series 2
                                                                                                                                              • 6/12: Donruss
                                                                                                                                              Categories Discussion (46:20)
                                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                                              Possibly cuttable hitters discussed:
                                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                                              • Julio Rodriguez
                                                                                                                                              • Corbin Carroll
                                                                                                                                              • Bo Bichette
                                                                                                                                              • Paul Goldschmidt
                                                                                                                                              • Nolan Jones
                                                                                                                                              • Xander Bogaerts
                                                                                                                                              • Carlos Correa
                                                                                                                                              • Jake Burger
                                                                                                                                              • Gleyber Torres
                                                                                                                                              • George Springer
                                                                                                                                              • Spencer Torkelson
                                                                                                                                              • Ian Happ
                                                                                                                                              • Nick Castellanos
                                                                                                                                              • Colton Cowser
                                                                                                                                              ]]>6146baseball,bichette,bogaerts,cards,carroll,fantasy,mlb,roto,skenes,swansonfalse144fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-43-april-players-of-the-month-pc--59945477Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open with banter on the dreadful Cardinals season before discussing the latest moves and news including significant injuries plus prospect debuts. Then we select our first cards to enter the pantheon of the Player of the Month (POTM) PC, a new monthly segment we are launching.
                                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                                              You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17 and on bluesky at @mcouill7.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                                              We now have Cards & Categories swag for purchase here!
                                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                                              Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                                              • Willson Contreras suffers fractured forearm, out until All-Star Break
                                                                                                                                              • Trea Turner out around six weeks due to strained hamstring
                                                                                                                                              • Luis Arraez traded to the Padres, opening opportunity for Vidal Brujan in Miami
                                                                                                                                              • Steven Kwan shelved with hamstring strain, Kyle Manzardo called up
                                                                                                                                              • Wyatt Langford also strains hammy, out three to four weeks
                                                                                                                                              • Ryan Pepiot placed on IL, Taj Bradley activated
                                                                                                                                              • Joe Musgrove lands on IL with right elbow inflammation
                                                                                                                                              • Paul Skenes set to make his major league debut this Saturday
                                                                                                                                              • Christian Scott debuts for the Mets
                                                                                                                                              • Dylan Crews Bowman non-auto superfractor pulled
                                                                                                                                              • Various Bowman Firsts 1/150 blue refractors will have "My 1st Bowman Auto" inscriptions
                                                                                                                                              Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                                                                                                              • 5/8: Bowman
                                                                                                                                              • 5/22: 2023 Topps Chrome Platinum Anniversary
                                                                                                                                              • 6/12: Topps Series 2
                                                                                                                                              Cards Discussion (47:00)
                                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                                              April POTM PC
                                                                                                                                              • List of April 2024 Players of the Month
                                                                                                                                              • Mookie Betts
                                                                                                                                                • J: 2014 Topps Update #US-26 Red Hot Foil
                                                                                                                                                • M: 2020 Topps Series 2 #420 SSSP
                                                                                                                                              • Gunnar Henderson
                                                                                                                                                • J: 2019 Bowman Draft #CDA-GH Auto
                                                                                                                                                • M: 2019 Bowman Draft Chrome Sapphire #BDC-22 Orange 
                                                                                                                                              • Ranger Suarez
                                                                                                                                                • J: 2022 Topps Now Game Used Ball Relic Red
                                                                                                                                                • M: 2019 Topps Chrome Sapphire #303
                                                                                                                                              • Jose Berrios
                                                                                                                                                • J: 2024 Topps Series 1 #272 Team Color Variation 
                                                                                                                                                • M: 2016 Bowman Chrome Rookie Autographs #BCAR-JBE Refractor
                                                                                                                                              • Shota Imanaga
                                                                                                                                                • J: 2016 BBM Genesis Autograph Ball
                                                                                                                                                • M: 2024 Topps Now #27 Blue Parallel
                                                                                                                                              • Colton Cowser
                                                                                                                                                • J: 2024 Topps Series 1 #257 Golden Mirror SSP
                                                                                                                                                • M: 2024 Topps Series 1 1989 35th Anniversary Auto Black #89BA-CC
                                                                                                                                              ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59945477Thu, 09 May 2024 14:17:34 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 43rd episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ open with banter on the dreadful Cardinals season before discussing the latest moves and news including significant injuries plus prospect...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open with banter on the dreadful Cardinals season before discussing the latest moves and news including significant injuries plus prospect debuts. Then we select our first cards to enter the pantheon of the Player of the Month (POTM) PC, a new monthly segment we are launching.
                                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                                              You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17 and on bluesky at @mcouill7.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                                              We now have Cards & Categories swag for purchase here!
                                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                                              Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                                              • Willson Contreras suffers fractured forearm, out until All-Star Break
                                                                                                                                              • Trea Turner out around six weeks due to strained hamstring
                                                                                                                                              • Luis Arraez traded to the Padres, opening opportunity for Vidal Brujan in Miami
                                                                                                                                              • Steven Kwan shelved with hamstring strain, Kyle Manzardo called up
                                                                                                                                              • Wyatt Langford also strains hammy, out three to four weeks
                                                                                                                                              • Ryan Pepiot placed on IL, Taj Bradley activated
                                                                                                                                              • Joe Musgrove lands on IL with right elbow inflammation
                                                                                                                                              • Paul Skenes set to make his major league debut this Saturday
                                                                                                                                              • Christian Scott debuts for the Mets
                                                                                                                                              • Dylan Crews Bowman non-auto superfractor pulled
                                                                                                                                              • Various Bowman Firsts 1/150 blue refractors will have "My 1st Bowman Auto" inscriptions
                                                                                                                                              Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                                                                                                              • 5/8: Bowman
                                                                                                                                              • 5/22: 2023 Topps Chrome Platinum Anniversary
                                                                                                                                              • 6/12: Topps Series 2
                                                                                                                                              Cards Discussion (47:00)
                                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                                              April POTM PC
                                                                                                                                              • List of April 2024 Players of the Month
                                                                                                                                              • Mookie...]]>5327baseball,cards,contreras,fantasy,gunnar,imanaga,langford,mookie,skenes,turnerfalse143fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-42-putting-the-bee-in-2024-bowman--59774260Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open with banter on some of the newest "mascots" entering MLB lore before discussing the latest moves and news including significant injuries plus prospect (and Tommy Pham) call-ups. Then we overview the release of 2024 Bowman, hitting shelves on May 8.
                                                                                                                                                
                                                                                                                                                You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17 and on bluesky at @mcouill7.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                                                
                                                                                                                                                We now have Cards & Categories swag for purchase here!
                                                                                                                                                
                                                                                                                                                Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                                                
                                                                                                                                                • Link to Topps Now cards featuring the Arizona Beekeeper
                                                                                                                                                • Topps announces that redemptions will be good for 10 years
                                                                                                                                                • Article on the Twins summer sausage
                                                                                                                                                • Rays City Connect uniforms, including the skateboarding Ray
                                                                                                                                                • Mike Trout suffers torn meniscus, Jo Adell SZN continues unimpeded
                                                                                                                                                • Cody Bellinger fractures ribs, Pete Crow-Armstrong called up
                                                                                                                                                • Triston Casas' ribcage will keep him out for awhile, Red Sox lineup scrambling
                                                                                                                                                • Grayson Rodriguez shelved with shoulder issue, John Means activated
                                                                                                                                                • Blake Snell placed on IL with abductor issue
                                                                                                                                                • Jesus Luzardo hits IL with strained flexor
                                                                                                                                                • Masataka Yoshida placed on IL with hand injury
                                                                                                                                                • Zack Gelof out with strained oblique
                                                                                                                                                • Jackson Holliday demoted
                                                                                                                                                • Heston Kjerstad promoted
                                                                                                                                                • Jordan Walker sent to Triple-A
                                                                                                                                                • Jose Abreu demoted to spring training complex, Joey Loperfido arrives
                                                                                                                                                • Tommy Pham joins big league club
                                                                                                                                                • Tyler Black promoted in Milwaukee
                                                                                                                                                • Jordan Beck receives the call in Colorado
                                                                                                                                                • Addison Barger and his girthy quads receive call-up
                                                                                                                                                Cards Discussion
                                                                                                                                                
                                                                                                                                                Upcoming baseball card release schedule:
                                                                                                                                                
                                                                                                                                                • 5/1: Topps Heritage Mini
                                                                                                                                                • 5/8: Bowman
                                                                                                                                                • 5/22: 2023 Topps Chrome Platinum Anniversary
                                                                                                                                                • 6/12: Topps Series 2
                                                                                                                                                2024 Bowman Preview
                                                                                                                                                
                                                                                                                                                • Checklist and overview of the set
                                                                                                                                                • Checklist of all Bowman First cards
                                                                                                                                                • Players highlighted:
                                                                                                                                                  • Yoshinobu Yamamoto
                                                                                                                                                  • Jung Hoo Lee
                                                                                                                                                  • Pete Crow-Armstrong
                                                                                                                                                  • Jordan Lawlar
                                                                                                                                                  • Dylan Crews
                                                                                                                                                  • Brock Wilken
                                                                                                                                                  • George Lombard Jr.
                                                                                                                                                  • Walker Jenkins
                                                                                                                                                  • Aidan Miller
                                                                                                                                                  • Arjun Nimmala
                                                                                                                                                  • Kyle Teel
                                                                                                                                                ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59774260Thu, 02 May 2024 15:05:22 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 42nd episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ open with banter on some of the newest "mascots" entering MLB lore before discussing the latest moves and news including significant injuries...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open with banter on some of the newest "mascots" entering MLB lore before discussing the latest moves and news including significant injuries plus prospect (and Tommy Pham) call-ups. Then we overview the release of 2024 Bowman, hitting shelves on May 8.
                                                                                                                                                
                                                                                                                                                You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17 and on bluesky at @mcouill7.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                                                
                                                                                                                                                We now have Cards & Categories swag for purchase here!
                                                                                                                                                
                                                                                                                                                Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                                                
                                                                                                                                                • Link to Topps Now cards featuring the Arizona Beekeeper
                                                                                                                                                • Topps announces that redemptions will be good for 10 years
                                                                                                                                                • Article on the Twins summer sausage
                                                                                                                                                • Rays City Connect uniforms, including the skateboarding Ray
                                                                                                                                                • Mike Trout suffers torn meniscus, Jo Adell SZN continues unimpeded
                                                                                                                                                • Cody Bellinger fractures ribs, Pete Crow-Armstrong called up
                                                                                                                                                • Triston Casas' ribcage will keep him out for awhile, Red Sox lineup scrambling
                                                                                                                                                • Grayson Rodriguez shelved with shoulder issue, John Means activated
                                                                                                                                                • Blake Snell placed on IL with abductor issue
                                                                                                                                                • Jesus Luzardo hits IL with strained flexor
                                                                                                                                                • Masataka Yoshida placed on IL with hand injury
                                                                                                                                                • Zack Gelof out with strained oblique
                                                                                                                                                • Jackson Holliday demoted
                                                                                                                                                • 7101baseball,bowman,cards,elly,fantasy,holliday,topps,troutfalse142fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-41-movers-in-the-card-market--59633604Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open with discussion of the latest moves and news including significant injuries affecting Francisco Alvarez and Triston Casas. Then we overview players with some of the hottest cards right now in the market to determine whether to sell them now or possibly hold.
                                                                                                                                                  
                                                                                                                                                  You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17 and on bluesky at @mcouill7.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                                                  
                                                                                                                                                  We now have Cards & Categories swag for purchase here!
                                                                                                                                                  
                                                                                                                                                  Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                                                  
                                                                                                                                                  • Francisco Alvarez tears thumb UCL, undergoes surgery
                                                                                                                                                  • Triston Casas felled with broken rib
                                                                                                                                                  • Pete Fairbanks succumbs to nerve injury
                                                                                                                                                  • Merrill Kelly hits IL with a shoulder injury
                                                                                                                                                  • DL Hall and Wade Miley both shelved (Hall) (Miley)
                                                                                                                                                  • Robert Gasser making his way back from elbow injury
                                                                                                                                                  • Cristian Javier down with neck injury, Spencer Arrighetti returns
                                                                                                                                                  Cards Discussion
                                                                                                                                                  
                                                                                                                                                  We relied upon Sports Card Investor for market data to analyze.Players and cards discussed:
                                                                                                                                                  
                                                                                                                                                  • Jackson Holliday
                                                                                                                                                    • 2022 Bowman Draft #BD-168
                                                                                                                                                  • Colton Cowser
                                                                                                                                                    • 2021 Bowman Draft #CDA-CC Auto
                                                                                                                                                  • Baltimore Orioles in general (Adley Rutschman, Gunnar Henderson)
                                                                                                                                                    • Gunnar Henderson 2019 Bowman Draft #BDC-22 chrome refractor
                                                                                                                                                    • Billy Ripken 1989 Fleer #616 F*** Face Error
                                                                                                                                                  • Elly De La Cruz
                                                                                                                                                    • 2022 Bowman #BCP-50 chrome mojo refractor
                                                                                                                                                    • 2022 Bowman #BCP-50 chrome
                                                                                                                                                  • Michael Busch
                                                                                                                                                    • 2019 Bowman Draft #CDA-MB Auto
                                                                                                                                                  • Blaze Alexander
                                                                                                                                                    • 2019 Bowman #CPA-BA auto
                                                                                                                                                  • Jackson Chourio and Jaison Chourio
                                                                                                                                                    • Jackson Chourio 2022 Bowman #BCP-79 chrome
                                                                                                                                                    • Jaison Chourio 2022 Bowman Chrome #CPA-JCO auto
                                                                                                                                                  • Mike Trout
                                                                                                                                                    • 2011 Topps Update #US175
                                                                                                                                                  • Ivan Herrera
                                                                                                                                                    • 2020 Bowman Chrome #CPA-IH auto
                                                                                                                                                  • Casey Mize
                                                                                                                                                    • 2018 Bowman Draft #BDC-1 chrome
                                                                                                                                                   ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59633604Wed, 24 Apr 2024 16:22:57 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 41st episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ open with discussion of the latest moves and news including significant injuries affecting Francisco Alvarez and Triston Casas. Then we overview...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open with discussion of the latest moves and news including significant injuries affecting Francisco Alvarez and Triston Casas. Then we overview players with some of the hottest cards right now in the market to determine whether to sell them now or possibly hold.
                                                                                                                                                  
                                                                                                                                                  You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17 and on bluesky at @mcouill7.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                                                  
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                                                                                                                                                  Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                                                  
                                                                                                                                                  • Francisco Alvarez tears thumb UCL, undergoes surgery
                                                                                                                                                  • Triston Casas felled with broken rib
                                                                                                                                                  • Pete Fairbanks succumbs to nerve injury
                                                                                                                                                  • Merrill Kelly hits IL with a shoulder injury
                                                                                                                                                  • DL Hall and Wade Miley both shelved (Hall) (Miley)
                                                                                                                                                  • Robert Gasser making his way back from elbow injury
                                                                                                                                                  • Cristian Javier down with neck injury, Spencer Arrighetti returns
                                                                                                                                                  Cards Discussion
                                                                                                                                                  
                                                                                                                                                  We relied upon Sports Card Investor for market data to analyze.Players and cards discussed:
                                                                                                                                                  
                                                                                                                                                  • Jackson Holliday
                                                                                                                                                    • 2022 Bowman Draft #BD-168
                                                                                                                                                  • Colton Cowser
                                                                                                                                                    • 2021 Bowman Draft #CDA-CC Auto
                                                                                                                                                  • Baltimore Orioles in general (Adley Rutschman, Gunnar Henderson)
                                                                                                                                                    • Gunnar Henderson 2019 Bowman Draft #BDC-22 chrome refractor
                                                                                                                                                    • 5414baseball,cards,chourio,cowser,elly,fantasy,holliday,orioles,troutfalse141fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-40-hot-minor-league-starts--59527937Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open with discussion of the latest moves and news including call ups for Andy Pages and Jonathan Clase plus another avalanche of new injuries. Then we analyze hot starts from Triple-A and Double-A bats that are changing our fantasy outlooks for some blue chip prospects plus a few under the radar.
                                                                                                                                                      
                                                                                                                                                      You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17 and on bluesky at @mcouill7.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                                                      
                                                                                                                                                      We now have Cards & Categories swag for purchase here!
                                                                                                                                                      
                                                                                                                                                      Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                                                      
                                                                                                                                                      • Andy Pages called up to the big leagues
                                                                                                                                                      • Jonathan Clase joins the Mariners
                                                                                                                                                      • Jack Leiter set to make MLB debut
                                                                                                                                                      • Landon Knack steps into Dodgers rotation
                                                                                                                                                      • Nick Nastrini debuts for the White Sox
                                                                                                                                                      • Blue Jays call upon Yariel Rodriguez
                                                                                                                                                      • Tommy Pham joins the White Sox on a minor league deal
                                                                                                                                                      • Spencer Strider undergoes UCL brace surgery, out for year
                                                                                                                                                      • Bobby Miller hits IL for shoulder injury
                                                                                                                                                      • Ozzie Albies breaks toe, placed on IL
                                                                                                                                                      • Trevor Story suffers shoulder injury, out for year
                                                                                                                                                      • Carlos Correa strains oblique
                                                                                                                                                      • Brandon Lowe strains oblique
                                                                                                                                                      • Christian Yelich dealing with another back injury
                                                                                                                                                      • Seiya Suzuki strains right oblique
                                                                                                                                                      • Kris Bryant shelved for back injury, Sean Bouchard called up
                                                                                                                                                      • Jake Burger eaten up by oblique injury
                                                                                                                                                      • Yu Darvish placed on IL with neck injury
                                                                                                                                                      • Garrett Whitlock hits IL with oblique injury
                                                                                                                                                      Categories Discussion (1:09:28)
                                                                                                                                                      
                                                                                                                                                      Players discussed for their hot starts:
                                                                                                                                                      
                                                                                                                                                      • Joey Loperfido (HOU, OF)
                                                                                                                                                      • James Wood (WSN, OF)
                                                                                                                                                      • Miguel Vargas (LAD, 2B)
                                                                                                                                                      • Carson Williams (TBR, SS)
                                                                                                                                                      • Jordan Beck (COL, OF)
                                                                                                                                                      • Benny Montgomery (COL, OF)
                                                                                                                                                      • Moises Ballesteros (CHC, C)
                                                                                                                                                      • Agustin Ramirez (NYY, C)
                                                                                                                                                      • Nacho Alvarez (ATL, SS)
                                                                                                                                                      • Adrian Del Castillo (ARI, C)
                                                                                                                                                      • Jose Fermin (STL, 2B/3B)
                                                                                                                                                      ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59527937Thu, 18 Apr 2024 14:23:14 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 40th episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ open with discussion of the latest moves and news including call ups for Andy Pages and Jonathan Clase plus another avalanche of new injuries....Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open with discussion of the latest moves and news including call ups for Andy Pages and Jonathan Clase plus another avalanche of new injuries. Then we analyze hot starts from Triple-A and Double-A bats that are changing our fantasy outlooks for some blue chip prospects plus a few under the radar.
                                                                                                                                                      
                                                                                                                                                      You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17 and on bluesky at @mcouill7.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                                                      
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                                                                                                                                                      Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                                                      
                                                                                                                                                      • Andy Pages called up to the big leagues
                                                                                                                                                      • Jonathan Clase joins the Mariners
                                                                                                                                                      • Jack Leiter set to make MLB debut
                                                                                                                                                      • Landon Knack steps into Dodgers rotation
                                                                                                                                                      • Nick Nastrini debuts for the White Sox
                                                                                                                                                      • Blue Jays call upon Yariel Rodriguez
                                                                                                                                                      • Tommy Pham joins the White Sox on a minor league deal
                                                                                                                                                      • Spencer Strider undergoes UCL brace surgery, out for year
                                                                                                                                                      • Bobby Miller hits IL for shoulder injury
                                                                                                                                                      • Ozzie Albies breaks toe, placed on IL
                                                                                                                                                      • Trevor Story suffers shoulder injury, out for year
                                                                                                                                                      • Carlos Correa strains oblique
                                                                                                                                                      • Brandon Lowe strains oblique
                                                                                                                                                      • 7319false140fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-39-an-elbow-epidemic-and-topps-heritage-release--59418283Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open with discussion of the latest moves and news including Jackson Holliday's call-up and the mountain of new injuries. Then we overview the release of 2024 Topps Heritage, one of the most popular releases annually.
                                                                                                                                                        
                                                                                                                                                        You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17 and on bluesky at @mcouill7.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                                                        
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                                                                                                                                                        Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                                                        
                                                                                                                                                        • Jackson Holliday called up to the big leagues
                                                                                                                                                        • Buster Olney's tweet about Holliday from 2013
                                                                                                                                                        • Spencer Strider has damaged UCL
                                                                                                                                                        • Shane Bieber slated for Tommy John surgery
                                                                                                                                                        • Eury Perez undergoes Tommy John surgery
                                                                                                                                                        • Elbow inflammation sidelines Framber Valdez
                                                                                                                                                        • Luis Robert Jr. out with hip flexor strain
                                                                                                                                                        • Sonny Gray looks sharp in first start with Cardinals
                                                                                                                                                        • Magic box from 2024 Topps Big League
                                                                                                                                                        Cards Discussion (59:44)
                                                                                                                                                        
                                                                                                                                                        2024 Topps Heritage
                                                                                                                                                        
                                                                                                                                                        • Set information and checklist
                                                                                                                                                        • Print run information:
                                                                                                                                                          • Totals versus prior years
                                                                                                                                                          • Total base cards and some variations
                                                                                                                                                          • Additional variation print runs
                                                                                                                                                        • Errors noted in our discussion:
                                                                                                                                                          • Whitey Herzog on the Red Schoendienst card
                                                                                                                                                          • Photo of Disneyland on the Disney World card
                                                                                                                                                          • White/black border parallels mislabeled 
                                                                                                                                                        Upcoming baseball card releases:
                                                                                                                                                        
                                                                                                                                                        • 4/3: 2024 Topps Sterling
                                                                                                                                                        • 4/10: 2024 Topps Heritage
                                                                                                                                                        • 4/17: 2024 Topps Chrome Black
                                                                                                                                                        • 5/8: Bowman 
                                                                                                                                                        ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59418283Thu, 11 Apr 2024 14:19:32 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 39th episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ open with discussion of the latest moves and news including Jackson Holliday's call-up and the mountain of new injuries. Then we overview the...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open with discussion of the latest moves and news including Jackson Holliday's call-up and the mountain of new injuries. Then we overview the release of 2024 Topps Heritage, one of the most popular releases annually.
                                                                                                                                                        
                                                                                                                                                        You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17 and on bluesky at @mcouill7.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                                                        
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                                                                                                                                                        Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                                                        
                                                                                                                                                        • Jackson Holliday called up to the big leagues
                                                                                                                                                        • Buster Olney's tweet about Holliday from 2013
                                                                                                                                                        • Spencer Strider has damaged UCL
                                                                                                                                                        • Shane Bieber slated for Tommy John surgery
                                                                                                                                                        • Eury Perez undergoes Tommy John surgery
                                                                                                                                                        • Elbow inflammation sidelines Framber Valdez
                                                                                                                                                        • Luis Robert Jr. out with hip flexor strain
                                                                                                                                                        • Sonny Gray looks sharp in first start with Cardinals
                                                                                                                                                        • Magic box from 2024 Topps Big League
                                                                                                                                                        Cards Discussion (59:44)
                                                                                                                                                        
                                                                                                                                                        2024 Topps Heritage
                                                                                                                                                        
                                                                                                                                                        • Set information and checklist
                                                                                                                                                        • Print run information:
                                                                                                                                                          • Totals versus prior years
                                                                                                                                                          • Total base cards and some variations
                                                                                                                                                          • Additional variation print runs
                                                                                                                                                        • Errors noted in our discussion:
                                                                                                                                                          • 5599false139fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-38-navigating-the-injured-pitcher-pool--59292896Mike Couillard is joined by Keelin Billue to open with discussion of our favorite Opening Day happenings before getting into the latest injury news. Then we dive into our favorite currently injured starting pitchers we are stashing in our fantasy injured reserve spots.
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17 and on bluesky at @mcouill7.bsky.social. You can find Keelin on twitter (X) at @Wh1sk3r_B1scu1t and on bluesky at @keelin12ft.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                                                            
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                                                                                                                                                            Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            • Opening Day performances we loved:
                                                                                                                                                              • Wyatt Langford
                                                                                                                                                              • Jared Jones
                                                                                                                                                              • Garrett Crochet
                                                                                                                                                            • Josh Jung fractures wrist and undergoes surgery. Rangers call up Justin Foscue, give more playing time to Ezequiel Duran.
                                                                                                                                                            • Royce Lewis strains quad and hits IL.
                                                                                                                                                            • Justin Steele strains hammy, Cubs call up Ben Brown.
                                                                                                                                                            Categories Discussion (39:29)
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            Injured pitchers we are stashing:
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            • Justin Verlander
                                                                                                                                                            • Sonny Gray
                                                                                                                                                            • Max Scherzer
                                                                                                                                                            • Taj Bradley
                                                                                                                                                            • Jeffrey Springs
                                                                                                                                                            • Alex Cobb
                                                                                                                                                            • Gavin Williams
                                                                                                                                                            • Luis Medina
                                                                                                                                                            One we are avoiding - Clayton Kershaw]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59292896Thu, 04 Apr 2024 15:03:15 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 38th episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ is joined by https://razzball.com/author/keelinbillue/ to open with discussion of our favorite Opening Day happenings before getting into the latest injury news. Then we dive into our...Mike Couillard is joined by Keelin Billue to open with discussion of our favorite Opening Day happenings before getting into the latest injury news. Then we dive into our favorite currently injured starting pitchers we are stashing in our fantasy injured reserve spots.
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17 and on bluesky at @mcouill7.bsky.social. You can find Keelin on twitter (X) at @Wh1sk3r_B1scu1t and on bluesky at @keelin12ft.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            We now have Cards & Categories swag for purchase here!
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            • Opening Day performances we loved:
                                                                                                                                                              • Wyatt Langford
                                                                                                                                                              • Jared Jones
                                                                                                                                                              • Garrett Crochet
                                                                                                                                                            • Josh Jung fractures wrist and undergoes surgery. Rangers call up Justin Foscue, give more playing time to Ezequiel Duran.
                                                                                                                                                            • Royce Lewis strains quad and hits IL.
                                                                                                                                                            • Justin Steele strains hammy, Cubs call up Ben Brown.
                                                                                                                                                            Categories Discussion (39:29)
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            Injured pitchers we are stashing:
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            • Justin Verlander
                                                                                                                                                            • Sonny Gray
                                                                                                                                                            • Max Scherzer
                                                                                                                                                            • Taj Bradley
                                                                                                                                                            • Jeffrey Springs
                                                                                                                                                            • Alex Cobb
                                                                                                                                                            • Gavin Williams
                                                                                                                                                            • Luis Medina
                                                                                                                                                            One we are avoiding - Clayton Kershaw]]>4776baseball,day,fantasy,jung,langford,mlb,opening,scherzer,verlanderfalse138fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-37-opening-day-and-three-topps-releases--59207416Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open with discussion of the latest moves and news including J.D. Martinez and Jordan Montgomery finally finding homes. Then we dive into our 2024 season predictions before highlighting a big release day for Topps with a trio of new sets.
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            We now have Cards & Categories swag for purchase here!
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            • Latest update on the situation with Shohei Ohtani and Ippei Mizuhara
                                                                                                                                                            • J.D. Martinez joins the Mets
                                                                                                                                                            • Jordan Montgomery lands with the Diamondbacks
                                                                                                                                                            • Michael Lorenzen rides with the Rangers rotation
                                                                                                                                                            • Wyatt Langford breaks camp in Texas
                                                                                                                                                            • Jackson Holliday will open season in Triple-A
                                                                                                                                                            Categories Discussion 
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            • Razzball Staff Picks for 2024
                                                                                                                                                            Our Picks:
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            • NL ROY: Yoshinobu Yamamoto (Jeremy), Jackson Merrill (Mike)
                                                                                                                                                            • AL ROY: Wyatt Langford (J), Evan Carter (M)
                                                                                                                                                            • NL Cy Young: Spencer Strider (both)
                                                                                                                                                            • AL Cy Young: Shane Bieber (J), George Kirby (M)
                                                                                                                                                            • NL MVP: Mookie Betts (J), Ronald Acuna Jr. (M)
                                                                                                                                                            • AL MVP: Adley Rutschman (J), Bobby Witt Jr. (M)
                                                                                                                                                            Cards Discussion (59:32)
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            Sets discussed:
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            • 2023 Topps Transcendent
                                                                                                                                                            • 2024 Topps Big League
                                                                                                                                                            • 2024 Topps Tribute
                                                                                                                                                            Upcoming baseball card releases:
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            • 3/27: 2024 Topps Big League
                                                                                                                                                            • 3/27: 2024 Topps Tribute
                                                                                                                                                            • 3/27: 2023 Topps Transcendent
                                                                                                                                                            • 4/10: 2024 Topps Heritage
                                                                                                                                                            • 5/8: Bowman
                                                                                                                                                            ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59207416Thu, 28 Mar 2024 13:51:00 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 37th episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ open with discussion of the latest moves and news including J.D. Martinez and Jordan Montgomery finally finding homes. Then we dive into our 2024...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open with discussion of the latest moves and news including J.D. Martinez and Jordan Montgomery finally finding homes. Then we dive into our 2024 season predictions before highlighting a big release day for Topps with a trio of new sets.
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            We now have Cards & Categories swag for purchase here!
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            • Latest update on the situation with Shohei Ohtani and Ippei Mizuhara
                                                                                                                                                            • J.D. Martinez joins the Mets
                                                                                                                                                            • Jordan Montgomery lands with the Diamondbacks
                                                                                                                                                            • Michael Lorenzen rides with the Rangers rotation
                                                                                                                                                            • Wyatt Langford breaks camp in Texas
                                                                                                                                                            • Jackson Holliday will open season in Triple-A
                                                                                                                                                            Categories Discussion 
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            • Razzball Staff Picks for 2024
                                                                                                                                                            Our Picks:
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            • NL ROY: Yoshinobu Yamamoto (Jeremy), Jackson Merrill (Mike)
                                                                                                                                                            • AL ROY: Wyatt Langford (J), Evan Carter (M)
                                                                                                                                                            • NL Cy Young: Spencer Strider (both)
                                                                                                                                                            • AL Cy Young: Shane Bieber (J), George Kirby (M)
                                                                                                                                                            • NL MVP: Mookie Betts (J), Ronald Acuna Jr. (M)
                                                                                                                                                            • AL MVP: Adley Rutschman (J), Bobby Witt Jr. (M)
                                                                                                                                                            Cards Discussion (59:32)
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            Sets discussed:
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            • 2023 Topps Transcendent
                                                                                                                                                            • 2024 Topps Big League
                                                                                                                                                            • 2024 Topps Tribute
                                                                                                                                                            Upcoming baseball card releases:
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            • 3/27: 2024 Topps Big League
                                                                                                                                                            • 3/27: 2024 Topps Tribute
                                                                                                                                                            • 3/27: 2023 Topps Transcendent
                                                                                                                                                            • 4/10: 2024 Topps Heritage
                                                                                                                                                            • 5/8: Bowman
                                                                                                                                                            ]]>5834acuna,baseball,cards,dodgers,ohtani,strider,toppsfalse137fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-36-spring-training-performances--59126069Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open with discussion of the latest moves and news including Blake Snell joining the Giants and Matt McLain's injury woes. Then we dive into Spring Training stats to find standout performances that have altered our fantasy outlooks for some players.
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                                                            
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                                                                                                                                                            Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            • Blake Snell signs two-year deal with the Giants
                                                                                                                                                            • Matt McLain's shoulder injury looks worrisome
                                                                                                                                                            • Reds trade for Santiago Espinal
                                                                                                                                                            • Shohei Ohtani's interpreter, Ippei Mizuhara, fired over gambling allegations
                                                                                                                                                            Cards Discussion
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            Upcoming baseball card releases:
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            • 3/22: 2023 Topps Dynasty
                                                                                                                                                            • 3/27: 2024 Topps Big League
                                                                                                                                                            • 3/27: 2024 Topps Tribute
                                                                                                                                                            • 3/27: 2023 Topps Transcendent
                                                                                                                                                            • 4/10: 2024 Topps Heritage
                                                                                                                                                            • 5/8: Bowman
                                                                                                                                                            Categories Discussion
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            • Spring Training pitching stats
                                                                                                                                                            • Spring Training batting stats
                                                                                                                                                            Players discussed for their Spring Training performances:
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            • Shane Bieber
                                                                                                                                                            • Kyle Freeland
                                                                                                                                                            • Chase DeLauter
                                                                                                                                                            • Daulton Varsho
                                                                                                                                                            • Wyatt Langford
                                                                                                                                                            • Oneil Cruz
                                                                                                                                                            • James Wood
                                                                                                                                                            • Jesse Winker
                                                                                                                                                            ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59126069Thu, 21 Mar 2024 14:13:51 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 36th episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ open with discussion of the latest moves and news including Blake Snell joining the Giants and Matt McLain's injury woes. Then we dive into...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open with discussion of the latest moves and news including Blake Snell joining the Giants and Matt McLain's injury woes. Then we dive into Spring Training stats to find standout performances that have altered our fantasy outlooks for some players.
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            We now have Cards & Categories swag for purchase here!
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            • Blake Snell signs two-year deal with the Giants
                                                                                                                                                            • Matt McLain's shoulder injury looks worrisome
                                                                                                                                                            • Reds trade for Santiago Espinal
                                                                                                                                                            • Shohei Ohtani's interpreter, Ippei Mizuhara, fired over gambling allegations
                                                                                                                                                            Cards Discussion
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            Upcoming baseball card releases:
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            • 3/22: 2023 Topps Dynasty
                                                                                                                                                            • 3/27: 2024 Topps Big League
                                                                                                                                                            • 3/27: 2024 Topps Tribute
                                                                                                                                                            • 3/27: 2023 Topps Transcendent
                                                                                                                                                            • 4/10: 2024 Topps Heritage
                                                                                                                                                            • 5/8: Bowman
                                                                                                                                                            Categories Discussion
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            • Spring Training pitching stats
                                                                                                                                                            • Spring Training batting stats
                                                                                                                                                            Players discussed for their Spring Training performances:
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            • Shane Bieber
                                                                                                                                                            • Kyle Freeland
                                                                                                                                                            • Chase DeLauter
                                                                                                                                                            • Daulton Varsho
                                                                                                                                                            • Wyatt Langford
                                                                                                                                                            • Oneil Cruz
                                                                                                                                                            • James Wood
                                                                                                                                                            • Jesse Winker
                                                                                                                                                            ]]>3696baseball,bieber,ohtani,snell,spring,trainingfalse136fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-35-reviewing-jeremy-s-top-40-hitters--59044683Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open with discussion of the latest moves and news including Dylan Cease being traded to the Dads and Gerrit Cole's ailing elbow. For the main course, we analyze Jeremy's Top 40 Hitters so far by discussing methodology and reviewing the largest variances with current draft data.
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                                                            
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                                                                                                                                                            Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            • Dylan Cease traded to the Padres for a four player package
                                                                                                                                                            • Jackson Merrill travelling with the Pads to Korea
                                                                                                                                                            • Gerrit Cole undergoes MRI, will miss at least one to two months
                                                                                                                                                            • Taj Bradley dealing with strained pectoral 
                                                                                                                                                            • Noelvi Marte tests positive for PEDs, suspended for 80 games
                                                                                                                                                            • Joey Votto signs minor league deal with the Blue Jays
                                                                                                                                                            • Dodgers utilizing Mookie Betts at shortstop
                                                                                                                                                            Cards Discussion
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            • 2024 Topps Heritage pre-sale (sold out since discussion)
                                                                                                                                                            Upcoming baseball card releases:
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            • 3/15: 2023 Bowman Inception
                                                                                                                                                            • 3/27: 2024 Topps Big League
                                                                                                                                                            • 3/27: 2024 Topps Tribute
                                                                                                                                                            • 4/10: 2024 Topps Heritage
                                                                                                                                                            • 5/8: Bowman
                                                                                                                                                            Categories Discussion
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            Jeremy's Top Hitters: Part 1, Part 2
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            Players analyzed (Jeremy's rank vs NFBC Draft Champions rank via average pick):
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            • Fernando Tatis Jr (10 vs. 7)
                                                                                                                                                            • Marcus Semien (17 vs. 26)
                                                                                                                                                            • Adolis Garcia (23 vs. 33)
                                                                                                                                                            • Michael Harris II (30 vs. 23)
                                                                                                                                                            • Corey Seager (33 vs. 24)
                                                                                                                                                            • Pete Alonso (35 vs. 22)
                                                                                                                                                            • Paul Goldschmidt (37 vs. 49)
                                                                                                                                                             ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59044683Thu, 14 Mar 2024 14:22:46 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 35th episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ open with discussion of the latest moves and news including Dylan Cease being traded to the Dads and Gerrit Cole's ailing elbow. For the main...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open with discussion of the latest moves and news including Dylan Cease being traded to the Dads and Gerrit Cole's ailing elbow. For the main course, we analyze Jeremy's Top 40 Hitters so far by discussing methodology and reviewing the largest variances with current draft data.
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            We now have Cards & Categories swag for purchase here!
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            • Dylan Cease traded to the Padres for a four player package
                                                                                                                                                            • Jackson Merrill travelling with the Pads to Korea
                                                                                                                                                            • Gerrit Cole undergoes MRI, will miss at least one to two months
                                                                                                                                                            • Taj Bradley dealing with strained pectoral 
                                                                                                                                                            • Noelvi Marte tests positive for PEDs, suspended for 80 games
                                                                                                                                                            • Joey Votto signs minor league deal with the Blue Jays
                                                                                                                                                            • Dodgers utilizing Mookie Betts at shortstop
                                                                                                                                                            Cards Discussion
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            • 2024 Topps Heritage pre-sale (sold out since discussion)
                                                                                                                                                            Upcoming baseball card releases:
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            • 3/15: 2023 Bowman Inception
                                                                                                                                                            • 3/27: 2024 Topps Big League
                                                                                                                                                            • 3/27: 2024 Topps Tribute
                                                                                                                                                            • 4/10: 2024 Topps Heritage
                                                                                                                                                            • 5/8: Bowman
                                                                                                                                                            Categories Discussion
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            Jeremy's Top Hitters: Part 1, Part 2
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            Players analyzed (Jeremy's rank vs NFBC Draft Champions rank via average pick):
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            • Fernando Tatis Jr (10 vs. 7)
                                                                                                                                                            • Marcus Semien (17 vs. 26)
                                                                                                                                                            • Adolis Garcia (23 vs. 33)
                                                                                                                                                            • Michael Harris II (30 vs. 23)
                                                                                                                                                            • Corey Seager (33 vs. 24)
                                                                                                                                                            • Pete Alonso (35 vs. 22)
                                                                                                                                                            • Paul Goldschmidt (37 vs. 49)
                                                                                                                                                             ]]>6387baseball,dodgers,padres,yankeesfalse135fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-34-prospect-picks-to-click--58958229Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open with discussion of the latest moves and news including Matt Chapman finding a home and the myriad of pitcher injuries. For the main course, we discuss our prospect "Picks to Click" for dynasty and keeper leagues this coming year division-by-division.
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            We now have Cards & Categories swag for purchase here!
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                                                            • Matt Chapman joins the Giants
                                                                                                                                                            • Sonny Gray leaves latest outing with a pulled hamstring
                                                                                                                                                            • Justin Verlander will begin the season on the IL
                                                                                                                                                            • Lucas Giolito has a UCL tear and flexor strain
                                                                                                                                                            • Kevin Gausman is battling a sore shoulder
                                                                                                                                                            • Shane Baz tweaks his oblique picking up a weight
                                                                                                                                                            Our Prospect Picks to Click (37:45):
                                                                                                                                                            • Spencer Jones
                                                                                                                                                            • Kyle Teel
                                                                                                                                                            • Chase DeLauter
                                                                                                                                                            • Wilmer Flores (the pitching one)
                                                                                                                                                            • Joey Loperfido
                                                                                                                                                            • Spencer Arrighetti
                                                                                                                                                            • Hurston Waldrep
                                                                                                                                                            • Nacho Alvarez Jr.
                                                                                                                                                            • Matt Shaw
                                                                                                                                                            • Thomas Saggese
                                                                                                                                                            • Robby Snelling & Drew Thorpe
                                                                                                                                                            • Yanquiel Fernandez
                                                                                                                                                            ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58958229Thu, 07 Mar 2024 15:26:16 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 34th episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ open with discussion of the latest moves and news including Matt Chapman finding a home and the myriad of pitcher injuries. For the main course,...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open with discussion of the latest moves and news including Matt Chapman finding a home and the myriad of pitcher injuries. For the main course, we discuss our prospect "Picks to Click" for dynasty and keeper leagues this coming year division-by-division.
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            We now have Cards & Categories swag for purchase here!
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                                                            • Matt Chapman joins the Giants
                                                                                                                                                            • Sonny Gray leaves latest outing with a pulled hamstring
                                                                                                                                                            • Justin Verlander will begin the season on the IL
                                                                                                                                                            • Lucas Giolito has a UCL tear and flexor strain
                                                                                                                                                            • Kevin Gausman is battling a sore shoulder
                                                                                                                                                            • Shane Baz tweaks his oblique picking up a weight
                                                                                                                                                            Our Prospect Picks to Click (37:45):
                                                                                                                                                            • Spencer Jones
                                                                                                                                                            • Kyle Teel
                                                                                                                                                            • Chase DeLauter
                                                                                                                                                            • Wilmer Flores (the pitching one)
                                                                                                                                                            • Joey Loperfido
                                                                                                                                                            • Spencer Arrighetti
                                                                                                                                                            • Hurston Waldrep
                                                                                                                                                            • Nacho Alvarez Jr.
                                                                                                                                                            • Matt Shaw
                                                                                                                                                            • Thomas Saggese
                                                                                                                                                            • Robby Snelling & Drew Thorpe
                                                                                                                                                            • Yanquiel Fernandez
                                                                                                                                                            ]]>6476baseballfalse134fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-33-our-top-ten-closers--58875680Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer perform a two-person mock draft of the top ten closers. We open with discussion on the latest roster moves and Spring Training camp news along with some updates regarding 2024 Topps Series 1 before diving deep into the upper tier of fantasy bullpen arms.
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            We now have Cards & Categories swag for purchase, visit our shop here!
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            • Cody Bellinger re-signs with the Cubs
                                                                                                                                                            • The Marlins agree to one-year deal with Tim Anderson
                                                                                                                                                            • Gio Urshela joins the Tigers
                                                                                                                                                            • Brandon Crawford finds a home in St. Louis
                                                                                                                                                            • Kodai Senga succumbs to bum shoulder
                                                                                                                                                            Cards Discussion
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            • Topps announcement on the missing "First Card" stamps
                                                                                                                                                            • Example of First Card with missing stamp - Joe Musgrove 1/1
                                                                                                                                                            Upcoming baseball card releases:
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            • 3/15: 2023 Bowman Inception
                                                                                                                                                            • 5/8: Bowman
                                                                                                                                                            Closers drafted in our top ten (44:07):
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            1. Devin Williams
                                                                                                                                                            2. Edwin Diaz
                                                                                                                                                            3. Josh Hader
                                                                                                                                                            4. Jhoan Duran
                                                                                                                                                            5. David Bednar
                                                                                                                                                            6. Pete Fairbanks
                                                                                                                                                            7. Tanner Scott
                                                                                                                                                            8. Evan Phillips
                                                                                                                                                            9. Emmanuel Clase
                                                                                                                                                            10. Ryan Helsley
                                                                                                                                                            Honorable Mentions: Raisel Iglesias, Andres Munoz, Camilo Doval, Craig KimbrelLongshots: Yennier Cano, Robert Stephenson, Gregory Santos]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58875680Thu, 29 Feb 2024 15:10:40 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 33rd episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ perform a two-person mock draft of the top ten closers. We open with discussion on the latest roster moves and Spring Training camp news along...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer perform a two-person mock draft of the top ten closers. We open with discussion on the latest roster moves and Spring Training camp news along with some updates regarding 2024 Topps Series 1 before diving deep into the upper tier of fantasy bullpen arms.
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            We now have Cards & Categories swag for purchase, visit our shop here!
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            • Cody Bellinger re-signs with the Cubs
                                                                                                                                                            • The Marlins agree to one-year deal with Tim Anderson
                                                                                                                                                            • Gio Urshela joins the Tigers
                                                                                                                                                            • Brandon Crawford finds a home in St. Louis
                                                                                                                                                            • Kodai Senga succumbs to bum shoulder
                                                                                                                                                            Cards Discussion
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            • Topps announcement on the missing "First Card" stamps
                                                                                                                                                            • Example of First Card with missing stamp - Joe Musgrove 1/1
                                                                                                                                                            Upcoming baseball card releases:
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            • 3/15: 2023 Bowman Inception
                                                                                                                                                            • 5/8: Bowman
                                                                                                                                                            Closers drafted in our top ten (44:07):
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            1. Devin Williams
                                                                                                                                                            2. Edwin Diaz
                                                                                                                                                            3. Josh Hader
                                                                                                                                                            4. Jhoan Duran
                                                                                                                                                            5. David Bednar
                                                                                                                                                            6. Pete Fairbanks
                                                                                                                                                            7. Tanner Scott
                                                                                                                                                            8. Evan Phillips
                                                                                                                                                            9. Emmanuel Clase
                                                                                                                                                            10. Ryan Helsley
                                                                                                                                                            Honorable Mentions: Raisel Iglesias, Andres Munoz, Camilo Doval, Craig KimbrelLongshots: Yennier Cano, Robert Stephenson, Gregory Santos]]>6104baseballfalse133fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-32-our-top-ten-pitchers--58776397Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer perform a two-man mock draft of the top ten pitchers. We open with discussion on the latest roster moves and Spring Training camp news along with some updates regarding 2024 Topps Series 1 before diving deep into the upper tier of fantasy arms.
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            We now have Cards & Categories swag for purchase, visit our shop here!
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            • Jorge Soler joins the Giants
                                                                                                                                                            • Phillies bring Whit Merrifield aboard
                                                                                                                                                            • Amed Rosario signs with the Rays
                                                                                                                                                            • Liam Hendriks finds a new home in Boston
                                                                                                                                                            • Aaron Judge and his bum toe
                                                                                                                                                            • Kyle Bradish has a sprained UCL in his pitching elbow
                                                                                                                                                            • Xander Bogaerts moves to the cornerstone
                                                                                                                                                            Cards Discussion
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            • 2024 Topps Series One checklist and overview
                                                                                                                                                            • Kevin Hart photobomb card example
                                                                                                                                                            • Previous photobomb parallels:
                                                                                                                                                              • 2007 Topps Derek Jeter with George W. Bush and Mickey Mantle
                                                                                                                                                              • 2010 Topps Series One Chicago Cubs Abe Lincoln parallels:
                                                                                                                                                                • Jeff Samardzija
                                                                                                                                                                • Ryan Dempster
                                                                                                                                                                • Milton Bradley
                                                                                                                                                                • Tyler Colvin
                                                                                                                                                            • Misprinted stamps on the silver pack mojo cards
                                                                                                                                                            Upcoming baseball card releases:
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            • 2/21: 2023 Topps Five Star
                                                                                                                                                            • 3/15: 2023 Bowman Inception
                                                                                                                                                            • 5/8: Bowman
                                                                                                                                                            Pitchers drafted in our top ten:
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            1. Spencer Strider
                                                                                                                                                            2. Gerrit Cole
                                                                                                                                                            3. Corbin Burnes
                                                                                                                                                            4. Zach Wheeler
                                                                                                                                                            5. George Kirby
                                                                                                                                                            6. Pablo Lopez
                                                                                                                                                            7. Kevin Gausman
                                                                                                                                                            8. Zac Gallen
                                                                                                                                                            9. Yoshinobu Yamamoto
                                                                                                                                                            10. Max Fried
                                                                                                                                                            ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58776397Thu, 22 Feb 2024 13:11:58 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 32nd episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ perform a two-man mock draft of the top ten pitchers. We open with discussion on the latest roster moves and Spring Training camp news along with...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer perform a two-man mock draft of the top ten pitchers. We open with discussion on the latest roster moves and Spring Training camp news along with some updates regarding 2024 Topps Series 1 before diving deep into the upper tier of fantasy arms.
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            We now have Cards & Categories swag for purchase, visit our shop here!
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            • Jorge Soler joins the Giants
                                                                                                                                                            • Phillies bring Whit Merrifield aboard
                                                                                                                                                            • Amed Rosario signs with the Rays
                                                                                                                                                            • Liam Hendriks finds a new home in Boston
                                                                                                                                                            • Aaron Judge and his bum toe
                                                                                                                                                            • Kyle Bradish has a sprained UCL in his pitching elbow
                                                                                                                                                            • Xander Bogaerts moves to the cornerstone
                                                                                                                                                            Cards Discussion
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            • 2024 Topps Series One checklist and overview
                                                                                                                                                            • Kevin Hart photobomb card example
                                                                                                                                                            • Previous photobomb parallels:
                                                                                                                                                              • 2007 Topps Derek Jeter with George W. Bush and Mickey Mantle
                                                                                                                                                              • 2010 Topps Series One Chicago Cubs Abe Lincoln parallels:
                                                                                                                                                                • Jeff Samardzija
                                                                                                                                                                • Ryan Dempster
                                                                                                                                                                • Milton Bradley
                                                                                                                                                                • Tyler Colvin
                                                                                                                                                            • Misprinted stamps on the silver pack mojo cards
                                                                                                                                                            Upcoming baseball card releases:
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            • 2/21: 2023 Topps Five Star
                                                                                                                                                            • 3/15: 2023 Bowman Inception
                                                                                                                                                            • 5/8: Bowman
                                                                                                                                                            Pitchers drafted...]]>6946baseballfalse132fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-31-2024-topps-series-one-release-nl-central-preview--58678539Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer overview the NL Central to wrap our 2024 divisional preview series. Over the past six weeks weeks, we analyzed our favorite buys and identified sells on each team in a given division. However, before the NL Central preview, we open discussing the biggest baseball card release of the year - 2024 Topps Series 1! The 2024 baseball card products have officially launched so tune in for a deep dive on this release, available for purchase on Feb. 14.
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            We now have Cards & Categories swag for purchase, visit our shop here!
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            Cards Discussion
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            • 2024 Topps Series One checklist and overview
                                                                                                                                                              • New Gold Mirror SSP design with gold back
                                                                                                                                                              • Odds/cost breakdown of each parallel by product type
                                                                                                                                                              • 2024 production run totals
                                                                                                                                                              • Previous recent year production run totals
                                                                                                                                                              • Fanatics-exclusive value boxes
                                                                                                                                                              • Link to podcast with our previous discussion on 2024 Series One design
                                                                                                                                                            Upcoming baseball card releases:
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            • 2/14: Topps Series 1
                                                                                                                                                            • 2/21: 2023 Topps Five Star
                                                                                                                                                            • 5/8: Bowman
                                                                                                                                                            Players discussed in our NL Central preview:
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            • Chicago Cubs
                                                                                                                                                              • Buy: Cade Horton, Matt Shaw
                                                                                                                                                              • Sell: Nico Hoerner, Justin Steele
                                                                                                                                                            • Cincinnati Reds
                                                                                                                                                              • Buy: Nick Lodolo, Jeimer Candelario
                                                                                                                                                              • Sell: Elly De La Cruz, Spencer Steer
                                                                                                                                                            • Milwaukee Brewers
                                                                                                                                                              • Buy: Tyler Black, Robert Gasser
                                                                                                                                                              • Sell: Rhys Hoskins, Sal Frelick
                                                                                                                                                            • Pittsburgh Pirates
                                                                                                                                                              • Buy: Ke'Bryan Hayes, Andrew McCutchen
                                                                                                                                                              • Sell: Oneil Cruz, Mitch Keller
                                                                                                                                                            • St. Louis Cardinals
                                                                                                                                                              • Buy: Sonny Gray, Lars Nootbaar
                                                                                                                                                              • Sell: Ryan Helsley, Tommy Edman
                                                                                                                                                            ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58678539Wed, 14 Feb 2024 15:14:30 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 31st episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ overview the NL Central to wrap our 2024 divisional preview series. Over the past six weeks weeks, we analyzed our favorite buys and identified...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer overview the NL Central to wrap our 2024 divisional preview series. Over the past six weeks weeks, we analyzed our favorite buys and identified sells on each team in a given division. However, before the NL Central preview, we open discussing the biggest baseball card release of the year - 2024 Topps Series 1! The 2024 baseball card products have officially launched so tune in for a deep dive on this release, available for purchase on Feb. 14.
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            We now have Cards & Categories swag for purchase, visit our shop here!
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            Cards Discussion
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            • 2024 Topps Series One checklist and overview
                                                                                                                                                              • New Gold Mirror SSP design with gold back
                                                                                                                                                              • Odds/cost breakdown of each parallel by product type
                                                                                                                                                              • 2024 production run totals
                                                                                                                                                              • Previous recent year production run totals
                                                                                                                                                              • Fanatics-exclusive value boxes
                                                                                                                                                              • Link to podcast with our previous discussion on 2024 Series One design
                                                                                                                                                            Upcoming baseball card releases:
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            • 2/14: Topps Series 1
                                                                                                                                                            • 2/21: 2023 Topps Five Star
                                                                                                                                                            • 5/8: Bowman
                                                                                                                                                            Players discussed in our NL Central preview:
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            • Chicago Cubs
                                                                                                                                                              • Buy: Cade Horton, Matt Shaw
                                                                                                                                                              • Sell: Nico Hoerner, Justin Steele
                                                                                                                                                            • Cincinnati Reds
                                                                                                                                                              • Buy: Nick Lodolo, Jeimer Candelario
                                                                                                                                                              • Sell: Elly De La Cruz, Spencer Steer
                                                                                                                                                            • Milwaukee Brewers
                                                                                                                                                              • Buy: Tyler Black, Robert Gasser
                                                                                                                                                              • Sell: Rhys Hoskins, Sal Frelick
                                                                                                                                                            • Pittsburgh Pirates
                                                                                                                                                              • Buy: Ke'Bryan Hayes, Andrew McCutchen
                                                                                                                                                              • Sell: Oneil Cruz, Mitch Keller
                                                                                                                                                            • St. Louis Cardinals
                                                                                                                                                              • Buy: Sonny Gray, Lars Nootbaar
                                                                                                                                                              • Sell: Ryan Helsley, Tommy Edman
                                                                                                                                                            ]]>8514baseball,mlbfalse131fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-30-al-west-preview--58609951Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer overview the AL West in the fifth part of our 2024 preview series. Over the coming weeks, we will analyze our favorite buys and identify sells on each team in the division. We open with a discussion of the latest and greatest transactions including Corbin Burnes developing a taste for Old Bay and some new Topps releases before the AL West preview.
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            We now have Cards & Categories swag for purchase, visit our shop here!
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            • Brewers trade Corbin Burnes to the Orioles for Joey Ortiz and DL Hall
                                                                                                                                                            • Clayton Kershaw returns to the Dodgers
                                                                                                                                                            • Gregory Santos traded to the Mariners for package that includes Zach DeLoach
                                                                                                                                                            Cards Discussion
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            • 2023 Topps Luminaries checklist and details
                                                                                                                                                            • 2023 Topps Five Star checklist and details
                                                                                                                                                            Upcoming baseball card releases:
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            • 2/7: 2023 Topps Luminaries
                                                                                                                                                            • 2/14: Topps Series 1
                                                                                                                                                            • 2/21: 2023 Topps Five Star
                                                                                                                                                            • 5/8: Bowman
                                                                                                                                                            Players discussed in our AL West preview:
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            • Houston Astros
                                                                                                                                                              • Buy: Hunter Brown, Chas McCormick
                                                                                                                                                              • Sell: Jose Altuve, Cristian Javier
                                                                                                                                                            • Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim
                                                                                                                                                              • Buy: Mike Trout, Brandon Drury
                                                                                                                                                              • Sell: Carlos Estevez, Robert Stephenson
                                                                                                                                                            • Oakland Athletics
                                                                                                                                                              • Buy: Mason Miller, Ross Stripling
                                                                                                                                                              • Sell: Esteury Ruiz, Mason Miller
                                                                                                                                                            • Seattle Mariners
                                                                                                                                                              • Buy: Mitch Garver, George Kirby
                                                                                                                                                              • Sell: Bryce Miller, Ty France
                                                                                                                                                            • Texas Rangers
                                                                                                                                                              • Buy: Josh Jung, Leody Taveras
                                                                                                                                                              • Sell: Wyatt Langford, Corey Seager
                                                                                                                                                            ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58609951Thu, 08 Feb 2024 15:31:42 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 30th episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ overview the AL West in the fifth part of our 2024 preview series. Over the coming weeks, we will analyze our favorite buys and identify sells on...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer overview the AL West in the fifth part of our 2024 preview series. Over the coming weeks, we will analyze our favorite buys and identify sells on each team in the division. We open with a discussion of the latest and greatest transactions including Corbin Burnes developing a taste for Old Bay and some new Topps releases before the AL West preview.
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            We now have Cards & Categories swag for purchase, visit our shop here!
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            • Brewers trade Corbin Burnes to the Orioles for Joey Ortiz and DL Hall
                                                                                                                                                            • Clayton Kershaw returns to the Dodgers
                                                                                                                                                            • Gregory Santos traded to the Mariners for package that includes Zach DeLoach
                                                                                                                                                            Cards Discussion
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            • 2023 Topps Luminaries checklist and details
                                                                                                                                                            • 2023 Topps Five Star checklist and details
                                                                                                                                                            Upcoming baseball card releases:
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            • 2/7: 2023 Topps Luminaries
                                                                                                                                                            • 2/14: Topps Series 1
                                                                                                                                                            • 2/21: 2023 Topps Five Star
                                                                                                                                                            • 5/8: Bowman
                                                                                                                                                            Players discussed in our AL West preview:
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            • Houston Astros
                                                                                                                                                              • Buy: Hunter Brown, Chas McCormick
                                                                                                                                                              • Sell: Jose Altuve, Cristian Javier
                                                                                                                                                            • Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim
                                                                                                                                                              • Buy: Mike Trout, Brandon Drury
                                                                                                                                                              • Sell: Carlos Estevez, Robert Stephenson
                                                                                                                                                            • Oakland Athletics
                                                                                                                                                              • Buy: Mason Miller, Ross Stripling
                                                                                                                                                              • Sell: Esteury Ruiz, Mason Miller
                                                                                                                                                            • Seattle Mariners
                                                                                                                                                              • Buy: Mitch Garver, George Kirby
                                                                                                                                                              • Sell: Bryce Miller, Ty France
                                                                                                                                                            • Texas Rangers
                                                                                                                                                              • Buy: Josh Jung, Leody Taveras
                                                                                                                                                              • Sell: Wyatt Langford, Corey Seager
                                                                                                                                                            ]]>6495false130fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-29-al-east-preview-with-matt-frank--58533466Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer are joined by Razzball’s own Matt Frank (MarmosDad) for an overview of the AL East in the fourth part of our 2024 preview series. Over the coming weeks, we will analyze our favorite buys and identify sells on each team in the division. We open with a discussion of the latest and greatest signings including Justin Turner heading north of the border, Rhys Hoskins joining the Brew Crew and Colt Keith's extension with the Tigers before the AL East preview.
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            We now have Cards & Categories swag for purchase, visit our shop here!
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            • Justin Turner joins the Blue Jays
                                                                                                                                                            • Rhys Hoskins signs with the Brewers
                                                                                                                                                            • Rangers ink David Robertson to deal
                                                                                                                                                            • Colt Keith signs extension deal with the Tigers
                                                                                                                                                            Players discussed in our AL East preview:
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            • Baltimore Orioles
                                                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                                                              • Buy: Grayson Rodriguez, Adley Rutschman, Craig Kimbrel
                                                                                                                                                              • Sell: Ryan Mountcastle, Cedric Mullins, John Means
                                                                                                                                                            • Boston Red Sox
                                                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                                                              • Buy: Triston Casas, Kutter Crawford, Vaughn Grissom
                                                                                                                                                              • Sell: Lucas Giolito, Nick Pivetta
                                                                                                                                                            • New York Yankees
                                                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                                                              • Buy: Juan Soto, No One (Yankees tax making everyone too expensive), Anthony Rizzo
                                                                                                                                                              • Sell: Anthony Rizzo, Giancarlo Stanton, Carlos Rodon
                                                                                                                                                            • Tampa Bay Rays
                                                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                                                              • Buy: Jose Siri, Brandon Lowe, Aaron Civale
                                                                                                                                                              • Sell: Ryan Pepiot, Jose Siri, Yandy Diaz
                                                                                                                                                            • Toronto Blue Jays
                                                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                                                              • Buy: Vladimir Guerrero Jr., Ricky Tiedemann, Yusei Kikuchi
                                                                                                                                                              • Sell: Alejandro Kirk, Bo Bichette, Vladimir Guerrero Jr.
                                                                                                                                                            ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58533466Thu, 01 Feb 2024 15:27:29 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 29th episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ are joined by Razzball’s own Matt Frank (https://razzball.com/author/movaughn/) for an overview of the AL East in the fourth part of our 2024...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer are joined by Razzball’s own Matt Frank (MarmosDad) for an overview of the AL East in the fourth part of our 2024 preview series. Over the coming weeks, we will analyze our favorite buys and identify sells on each team in the division. We open with a discussion of the latest and greatest signings including Justin Turner heading north of the border, Rhys Hoskins joining the Brew Crew and Colt Keith's extension with the Tigers before the AL East preview.
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            We now have Cards & Categories swag for purchase, visit our shop here!
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            • Justin Turner joins the Blue Jays
                                                                                                                                                            • Rhys Hoskins signs with the Brewers
                                                                                                                                                            • Rangers ink David Robertson to deal
                                                                                                                                                            • Colt Keith signs extension deal with the Tigers
                                                                                                                                                            Players discussed in our AL East preview:
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            • Baltimore Orioles
                                                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                                                              • Buy: Grayson Rodriguez, Adley Rutschman, Craig Kimbrel
                                                                                                                                                              • Sell: Ryan Mountcastle, Cedric Mullins, John Means
                                                                                                                                                            • Boston Red Sox
                                                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                                                              • Buy: Triston Casas, Kutter Crawford, Vaughn Grissom
                                                                                                                                                              • Sell: Lucas Giolito, Nick Pivetta
                                                                                                                                                            • New York Yankees
                                                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                                                              • Buy: Juan Soto, No One (Yankees tax making everyone too expensive), Anthony Rizzo
                                                                                                                                                              • Sell: Anthony Rizzo, Giancarlo Stanton, Carlos Rodon
                                                                                                                                                            • Tampa Bay Rays
                                                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                                                              • Buy: Jose Siri, Brandon Lowe, Aaron Civale
                                                                                                                                                              • Sell: Ryan Pepiot, Jose Siri, Yandy Diaz
                                                                                                                                                            • Toronto Blue Jays
                                                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                                                              • Buy: Vladimir Guerrero Jr., Ricky Tiedemann, Yusei Kikuchi
                                                                                                                                                              • Sell: Alejandro Kirk, Bo Bichette, Vladimir Guerrero Jr.
                                                                                                                                                            ]]>6861baseballfalse129fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-28-nl-west-preview-stadium-club-release--58436799Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer are joined by Razzball's own Matt Trussell for an overview of the NL West in the third part of our 2024 preview series. Over the coming weeks, we will analyze our favorite buys and identify sells on each team in the division. We open with a discussion of the latest and greatest signings including Josh Hader heading to H-Town plus a rundown of 2023 Topps Stadium Club before the NL West preview.
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            We now have Cards & Categories swag for purchase, visit our shop here!
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            • Josh Hader signs with the Astros
                                                                                                                                                            • Robert Stephenson joins the Angels bullpen
                                                                                                                                                            • Dodgers round out the rotation with James Paxton
                                                                                                                                                            • Joey Gallo takes his three-true-outcomes roadshow to Washington
                                                                                                                                                            Cards Discussion (18:30):
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            • 2023 Stadium Club checklist and overview
                                                                                                                                                            • Stadium Club pull odds breakdown/cost
                                                                                                                                                            • 1992 Stadium Club #603 Ken Griffey Jr.
                                                                                                                                                            • Link to purchase 2023 Stadium Club directly from Topps
                                                                                                                                                            Players discussed in our NL West preview (42:42):
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            • Arizona Diamondbacks
                                                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                                                              • Buy: Brandon Pfaadt, Gabriel Moreno, Tommy Pham (free agent)
                                                                                                                                                              • Sell: Gabriel Moreno, Merrill Kelly, Eugenio Suarez
                                                                                                                                                            • Colorado Rockies
                                                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                                                              • Buy: Nolan Jones, Charlie Blackmon, Ezequiel Tovar
                                                                                                                                                              • Sell: All Pitchers
                                                                                                                                                            • Los Angeles Dodgers
                                                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                                                              • Buy: Yoshinobu Yamamoto, Mookie Betts, Evan Phillips
                                                                                                                                                              • Sell: Freddie Freeman, Tyler Glasnow, Walker Buehler
                                                                                                                                                            • San Diego Padres
                                                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                                                              • Buy: Joe Musgrove, Michael King, Jairo Iriarte
                                                                                                                                                              • Sell: Yu Darvish, Luis Campusano, Xander Bogaerts
                                                                                                                                                            • San Francisco Giants
                                                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                                                              • Buy: Robbie Ray, Luis Matos, Heliot Ramos
                                                                                                                                                              • Sell: Camilo Doval, Kyle Harrison, Michael Conforto
                                                                                                                                                            ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58436799Wed, 24 Jan 2024 21:38:26 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 28th episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ are joined by Razzball's own https://razzball.com/author/matttruss/ for an overview of the NL West in the third part of our 2024 preview series....Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer are joined by Razzball's own Matt Trussell for an overview of the NL West in the third part of our 2024 preview series. Over the coming weeks, we will analyze our favorite buys and identify sells on each team in the division. We open with a discussion of the latest and greatest signings including Josh Hader heading to H-Town plus a rundown of 2023 Topps Stadium Club before the NL West preview.
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            We now have Cards & Categories swag for purchase, visit our shop here!
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            • Josh Hader signs with the Astros
                                                                                                                                                            • Robert Stephenson joins the Angels bullpen
                                                                                                                                                            • Dodgers round out the rotation with James Paxton
                                                                                                                                                            • Joey Gallo takes his three-true-outcomes roadshow to Washington
                                                                                                                                                            Cards Discussion (18:30):
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            • 2023 Stadium Club checklist and overview
                                                                                                                                                            • Stadium Club pull odds breakdown/cost
                                                                                                                                                            • 1992 Stadium Club #603 Ken Griffey Jr.
                                                                                                                                                            • Link to purchase 2023 Stadium Club directly from Topps
                                                                                                                                                            Players discussed in our NL West preview (42:42):
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            • Arizona Diamondbacks
                                                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                                                              • Buy: Brandon Pfaadt, Gabriel Moreno, Tommy Pham (free agent)
                                                                                                                                                              • Sell: Gabriel Moreno, Merrill Kelly, Eugenio Suarez
                                                                                                                                                            • Colorado Rockies
                                                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                                                              • Buy: Nolan Jones, Charlie Blackmon, Ezequiel Tovar
                                                                                                                                                              • Sell: All Pitchers
                                                                                                                                                            • Los Angeles Dodgers
                                                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                                                              • Buy: Yoshinobu Yamamoto, Mookie Betts, Evan Phillips
                                                                                                                                                              • Sell: Freddie Freeman, Tyler Glasnow, Walker Buehler
                                                                                                                                                            • San Diego Padres
                                                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                                                              • Buy: Joe Musgrove, Michael King, Jairo Iriarte
                                                                                                                                                              • Sell: Yu Darvish, Luis Campusano, Xander Bogaerts
                                                                                                                                                            • San Francisco Giants
                                                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                                                              • Buy: Robbie Ray, Luis Matos, Heliot Ramos
                                                                                                                                                              • Sell: Camilo Doval, Kyle Harrison, Michael Conforto
                                                                                                                                                            ]]>6418baseballfalse128fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-27-nl-east-preview-with-adam-mackinnon--58348215Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer are joined by Adam MacKinnon, baseball writer and contributor including the author of Baseball for Kids: A Young Fan's Guide to the History of the Game, for an overview of the NL East in the second part of our 2024 preview series. Over the coming weeks, we will analyze our favorite buys and identify sells on each team in a division. We open with a discussion of the latest and greatest signings including Marcus Stroman moving to the Bronx plus the news of 2024 Topps Series 1's design release before the NL East preview.
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            We now have Cards & Categories swag for purchase, visit our shop here!
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            • Marcus Stroman signs with the Yankees
                                                                                                                                                            • Jordan Hicks inks deal with the Giants, will start
                                                                                                                                                            Details on the design and release of 2024 Topps Series 1:
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            • Preview of the 2024 Topps design with some set details
                                                                                                                                                            • 2024 Topps Series 1 pre-sale link
                                                                                                                                                            • Breakdown of odds to pull parallels and inserts compared to 2023
                                                                                                                                                            Players discussed in our NL East preview:
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            • Atlanta Braves
                                                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                                                              • Buy: Sean Murphy, Charlie Morton, Jarred Kelenic
                                                                                                                                                              • Sell: Ozzie Albies, Bryce Elder, Max Fried
                                                                                                                                                            • Miami Marlins
                                                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                                                              • Buy: Luis Arraez, Tanner Scott
                                                                                                                                                              • Sell: Jesus Luzardo, Jazz Chisholm, Luis Arraez
                                                                                                                                                            • New York Mets
                                                                                                                                                              • Buy: Pete Alonso, Sean Manaea, DJ Stewart
                                                                                                                                                              • Sell: Kodai Senga, Pete Alonso, Starling Marte
                                                                                                                                                            • Philadelphia Phillies
                                                                                                                                                              • Buy: Cristian Pache, Orion Kerkering, Cristopher Sanchez
                                                                                                                                                              • Sell: Trea Turner, Kyle Schwarber, the whole bullpen (Jose Alvarado)
                                                                                                                                                            • Washington Nationals
                                                                                                                                                              • Buy: Josiah Gray, Lane Thomas, Stone Garrett
                                                                                                                                                              • Sell: Lane Thomas, CJ Abrams
                                                                                                                                                            ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58348215Thu, 18 Jan 2024 15:37:01 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 27th episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ are joined by https://twitter.com/AdamCMacK?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor, baseball writer and contributor including the...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer are joined by Adam MacKinnon, baseball writer and contributor including the author of Baseball for Kids: A Young Fan's Guide to the History of the Game, for an overview of the NL East in the second part of our 2024 preview series. Over the coming weeks, we will analyze our favorite buys and identify sells on each team in a division. We open with a discussion of the latest and greatest signings including Marcus Stroman moving to the Bronx plus the news of 2024 Topps Series 1's design release before the NL East preview.
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            We now have Cards & Categories swag for purchase, visit our shop here!
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            • Marcus Stroman signs with the Yankees
                                                                                                                                                            • Jordan Hicks inks deal with the Giants, will start
                                                                                                                                                            Details on the design and release of 2024 Topps Series 1:
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            • Preview of the 2024 Topps design with some set details
                                                                                                                                                            • 2024 Topps Series 1 pre-sale link
                                                                                                                                                            • Breakdown of odds to pull parallels and inserts compared to 2023
                                                                                                                                                            Players discussed in our NL East preview:
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            • Atlanta Braves
                                                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                                                              • Buy: Sean Murphy, Charlie Morton, Jarred Kelenic
                                                                                                                                                              • Sell: Ozzie Albies, Bryce Elder, Max Fried
                                                                                                                                                            • Miami Marlins
                                                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                                                              • Buy: Luis Arraez, Tanner Scott
                                                                                                                                                              • Sell: Jesus Luzardo, Jazz Chisholm, Luis Arraez
                                                                                                                                                            • New York Mets
                                                                                                                                                              • Buy: Pete Alonso, Sean Manaea, DJ Stewart
                                                                                                                                                              • Sell: Kodai Senga, Pete Alonso, Starling Marte
                                                                                                                                                            • Philadelphia Phillies
                                                                                                                                                              • Buy: Cristian Pache, Orion Kerkering, Cristopher Sanchez
                                                                                                                                                              • Sell: Trea Turner, Kyle Schwarber, the whole bullpen (Jose Alvarado)
                                                                                                                                                            • Washington Nationals
                                                                                                                                                              • Buy: Josiah Gray, Lane Thomas, Stone Garrett
                                                                                                                                                              • Sell: Lane Thomas, CJ Abrams
                                                                                                                                                            ]]>8641false127fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-26-al-central-preview-with-keelin-billue--58264727Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer are joined by Keelin Billue for a preview of the AL Central in the first part of our 2024 preview series. For the next six weeks, we will analyze our favorite buys and identify sells on each team. We open with a discussion of the latest and greatest signings including Shota Imanaga's move to the Windy City before the AL Central preview.
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            We now have Cards & Categories swag for purchase, visit our shop here!
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            • Shota Imanaga joins the Cubs
                                                                                                                                                            • Teoscar Hernandez becomes latest Dodgers addition
                                                                                                                                                            • Robbie Ray traded from Seattle to San Francisco for Mitch Haniger and Anthony DeSclafani
                                                                                                                                                            • Mariners send Jose Caballero to the Rays for Luke Raley
                                                                                                                                                            • Harrison Bader signs with the Mets
                                                                                                                                                            Players discussed in our AL Central preview:
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            • Chicago White Sox
                                                                                                                                                              • Buy: Luis Robert, Gregory Santos
                                                                                                                                                              • Sell: Yoan Moncada, Eloy Jimenez, Andrew Vaughn
                                                                                                                                                            • Cleveland Guardians
                                                                                                                                                              • Buy: Shane Bieber, Ramon Laureano, Bo Naylor
                                                                                                                                                              • Sell: Scott Barlow, Gavin Williams, Emmanuel Clase
                                                                                                                                                            • Detroit Tigers
                                                                                                                                                              • Buy: Riley Greene, Kerry Carpenter, Reese Olson
                                                                                                                                                              • Sell: Jack Flaherty, Reese Olson, Tarik Skubal
                                                                                                                                                            • Kansas City Royals
                                                                                                                                                              • Buy: Bobby Witt Jr., Vinnie Pasquantino, Nelson Velazquez
                                                                                                                                                              • Sell: Ryan Yarbrough, The Whole Bullpen (James McArthur), Cole Ragans
                                                                                                                                                            • Minnesota Twins:
                                                                                                                                                              • Buy: Ryan Jeffers, Bailey Ober, Willi Castro
                                                                                                                                                              • Sell: Carlos Correa, Edouard Julien, Joe Ryan
                                                                                                                                                            ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58264727Thu, 11 Jan 2024 15:11:43 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 26th episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ are joined by https://razzball.com/author/keelinbillue/ for a preview of the AL Central in the first part of our 2024 preview series. For the...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer are joined by Keelin Billue for a preview of the AL Central in the first part of our 2024 preview series. For the next six weeks, we will analyze our favorite buys and identify sells on each team. We open with a discussion of the latest and greatest signings including Shota Imanaga's move to the Windy City before the AL Central preview.
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            We now have Cards & Categories swag for purchase, visit our shop here!
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            • Shota Imanaga joins the Cubs
                                                                                                                                                            • Teoscar Hernandez becomes latest Dodgers addition
                                                                                                                                                            • Robbie Ray traded from Seattle to San Francisco for Mitch Haniger and Anthony DeSclafani
                                                                                                                                                            • Mariners send Jose Caballero to the Rays for Luke Raley
                                                                                                                                                            • Harrison Bader signs with the Mets
                                                                                                                                                            Players discussed in our AL Central preview:
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            • Chicago White Sox
                                                                                                                                                              • Buy: Luis Robert, Gregory Santos
                                                                                                                                                              • Sell: Yoan Moncada, Eloy Jimenez, Andrew Vaughn
                                                                                                                                                            • Cleveland Guardians
                                                                                                                                                              • Buy: Shane Bieber, Ramon Laureano, Bo Naylor
                                                                                                                                                              • Sell: Scott Barlow, Gavin Williams, Emmanuel Clase
                                                                                                                                                            • Detroit Tigers
                                                                                                                                                              • Buy: Riley Greene, Kerry Carpenter, Reese Olson
                                                                                                                                                              • Sell: Jack Flaherty, Reese Olson, Tarik Skubal
                                                                                                                                                            • Kansas City Royals
                                                                                                                                                              • Buy: Bobby Witt Jr., Vinnie Pasquantino, Nelson Velazquez
                                                                                                                                                              • Sell: Ryan Yarbrough, The Whole Bullpen (James McArthur), Cole Ragans
                                                                                                                                                            • Minnesota Twins:
                                                                                                                                                              • Buy: Ryan Jeffers, Bailey Ober, Willi Castro
                                                                                                                                                              • Sell: Carlos Correa, Edouard Julien, Joe Ryan
                                                                                                                                                            ]]>5361baseballfalse126fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-25-braves-acquire-sale-bowman-s-best--58198101Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by analyzing the Braves' acquisition of Chris Sale before diving into the other miscellaneous MLB transactions of the past week. Then we review the newest set release coming out, 2023 Bowman's Best (48:58).
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            We now have Cards & Categories swag for purchase, visit our shop here!You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            • The Braves and Red Sox swap Chris Sale and Vaughn Grissom
                                                                                                                                                            • Boston also inks Lucas Giolito
                                                                                                                                                            • Frankie Montas signs with the Reds
                                                                                                                                                            • Woo-Suk Go joins the Padres
                                                                                                                                                            • Photo of Woo-Suk Go with his wife (Jung Hoo Lee's sister)
                                                                                                                                                            • Mitch Garver finds home in Seattle
                                                                                                                                                            • Isiah Kiner-Falefa becomes the utility-man in Toronto
                                                                                                                                                            • Guardians and Yankees make a challenge trade in swapping Florial and Morris
                                                                                                                                                            Cards Discussion:
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            • Bowman's Best checklist and overview
                                                                                                                                                            • 1992 Bowman Mariano Rivera rookie card
                                                                                                                                                            Upcoming baseball card releases:
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            • 1/3: 2023 Bowman Draft Sapphire
                                                                                                                                                            • 1/17: 2023 Bowman’s Best
                                                                                                                                                            • 1/24: 2023 Panini Flawless
                                                                                                                                                            • Feb 2024: Topps Series 1
                                                                                                                                                            • 5/8: Bowman
                                                                                                                                                            ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58198101Thu, 04 Jan 2024 15:52:53 +0000Mike CouillardIn our 25th episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ open by analyzing the Braves' acquisition of Chris Sale before diving into the other miscellaneous MLB transactions of the past week. Then we...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by analyzing the Braves' acquisition of Chris Sale before diving into the other miscellaneous MLB transactions of the past week. Then we review the newest set release coming out, 2023 Bowman's Best (48:58).
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            We now have Cards & Categories swag for purchase, visit our shop here!You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            • The Braves and Red Sox swap Chris Sale and Vaughn Grissom
                                                                                                                                                            • Boston also inks Lucas Giolito
                                                                                                                                                            • Frankie Montas signs with the Reds
                                                                                                                                                            • Woo-Suk Go joins the Padres
                                                                                                                                                            • Photo of Woo-Suk Go with his wife (Jung Hoo Lee's sister)
                                                                                                                                                            • Mitch Garver finds home in Seattle
                                                                                                                                                            • Isiah Kiner-Falefa becomes the utility-man in Toronto
                                                                                                                                                            • Guardians and Yankees make a challenge trade in swapping Florial and Morris
                                                                                                                                                            Cards Discussion:
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            • Bowman's Best checklist and overview
                                                                                                                                                            • 1992 Bowman Mariano Rivera rookie card
                                                                                                                                                            Upcoming baseball card releases:
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            • 1/3: 2023 Bowman Draft Sapphire
                                                                                                                                                            • 1/17: 2023 Bowman’s Best
                                                                                                                                                            • 1/24: 2023 Panini Flawless
                                                                                                                                                            • Feb 2024: Topps Series 1
                                                                                                                                                            • 5/8: Bowman
                                                                                                                                                            ]]>4562baseballfalse125fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-24-lessons-learned-and-new-resolutions--58131324Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer discuss the lessons we learned in the worlds of fantasy baseball and card collecting in 2023 before sharing our resolutions for both realms in 2024.
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            We now have Cards & Categories swag for purchase, visit our shop here!
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                                                            • Yoshinobu Yamamoto signs mega-deal with the Dodgers
                                                                                                                                                            ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58131324Wed, 27 Dec 2023 16:10:58 +0000Mike CouillardIn our twenty-fourth episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ discuss the lessons we learned in the worlds of fantasy baseball and card collecting in 2023 before sharing our resolutions for both...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer discuss the lessons we learned in the worlds of fantasy baseball and card collecting in 2023 before sharing our resolutions for both realms in 2024.
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            We now have Cards & Categories swag for purchase, visit our shop here!
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                                                            • Yoshinobu Yamamoto signs mega-deal with the Dodgers
                                                                                                                                                            ]]>4730baseballfalse124fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-23-glasnow-to-la-more-bowman-superfractor-misadventures--58084675Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by analyzing the fantasy impacts of the Tyler Glasnow trade along with the other MLB moves over the past week. Then we review the latest scandal regarding superfractors to hit Fanatics/Topps in regards to 2023 Bowman Draft before discussing our personal collections of 1-of-1's and superfractors (54:51).
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            We now have Cards & Categories swag for purchase, visit our shop here!
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            • Glasnow/Margot traded to the Dodgers for Pepiot/DeLuca
                                                                                                                                                            • Royals sign Michael Wacha and Hunter Renfroe
                                                                                                                                                            • Lourdes Gurriel Jr. stays in Arizona
                                                                                                                                                            • Jack Flaherty joins the Tigers
                                                                                                                                                            • Pirates retain Cutch
                                                                                                                                                            • Matt Carpenter becomes latest to be added and cut by the Braves
                                                                                                                                                              • Listing of the Braves' current offseason moves
                                                                                                                                                            Cards Discussion:
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            • Original tweet uncovering the possible existence of multiple superfractors in Bowman Draft
                                                                                                                                                            • Tweet of the superfractor situation resolution
                                                                                                                                                            Upcoming baseball card releases:
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            • 12/29: Panini National Treasures
                                                                                                                                                            • 1/17: 2023 Bowman’s Best
                                                                                                                                                            • 5/8/24: Bowman
                                                                                                                                                            ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58084675Thu, 21 Dec 2023 16:01:01 +0000Mike CouillardIn our twenty-third episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ open by analyzing the fantasy impacts of the Tyler Glasnow trade along with the other MLB moves over the past week. Then we review the...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by analyzing the fantasy impacts of the Tyler Glasnow trade along with the other MLB moves over the past week. Then we review the latest scandal regarding superfractors to hit Fanatics/Topps in regards to 2023 Bowman Draft before discussing our personal collections of 1-of-1's and superfractors (54:51).
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            We now have Cards & Categories swag for purchase, visit our shop here!
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            • Glasnow/Margot traded to the Dodgers for Pepiot/DeLuca
                                                                                                                                                            • Royals sign Michael Wacha and Hunter Renfroe
                                                                                                                                                            • Lourdes Gurriel Jr. stays in Arizona
                                                                                                                                                            • Jack Flaherty joins the Tigers
                                                                                                                                                            • Pirates retain Cutch
                                                                                                                                                            • Matt Carpenter becomes latest to be added and cut by the Braves
                                                                                                                                                              • Listing of the Braves' current offseason moves
                                                                                                                                                            Cards Discussion:
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            • Original tweet uncovering the possible existence of multiple superfractors in Bowman Draft
                                                                                                                                                            • Tweet of the superfractor situation resolution
                                                                                                                                                            Upcoming baseball card releases:
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            • 12/29: Panini National Treasures
                                                                                                                                                            • 1/17: 2023 Bowman’s Best
                                                                                                                                                            • 5/8/24: Bowman
                                                                                                                                                            ]]>5014baseballfalse123fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-22-ohtani-the-700m-man-bowman-draft--58008355Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by reviewing Ohtani signing an unusual contract with the Dodgers plus all of the other MLB moves over the last week. Then we discuss the release of 2023 Bowman Draft along with four other Topps release dropping this week (51:43).
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            We now have Cards & Categories swag for purchase, visit our shop here!
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            • Ohtani signing with the Dodgers
                                                                                                                                                              • The latest unusual clause in Ohtani's contract
                                                                                                                                                            • Tyler O'Neill traded to the Red Sox
                                                                                                                                                            • E-Rod moves to Arizona
                                                                                                                                                            • Reds add Jeimer Candelario to a crowded infield
                                                                                                                                                            • Seth Lugo signs with the Royals
                                                                                                                                                            • Jung Hoo Lee inks deal with the Giants
                                                                                                                                                            • Video of the Ronny Mauricio injury
                                                                                                                                                            • News on Endy Rodriguez's elbow injury
                                                                                                                                                            Cards Discussion:
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            • 2023 Bowman Draft checklist and details
                                                                                                                                                            • Tom Brady card details
                                                                                                                                                              • Commercial to hype Tom Brady's inclusion in Bowman Draft
                                                                                                                                                              • Announced $500k bounty on the 12/50 gold refractor auto
                                                                                                                                                              • 1995 Bowman card set details and history
                                                                                                                                                              • First Brady gold refractor auto pulled by breaker
                                                                                                                                                              • Superfractor 1/1 Brady auto pulled
                                                                                                                                                              • Bill Belichick Montreal Expos Topps Now card
                                                                                                                                                            • Carl Yastrzemski superfractor 1/1 retrofractor pulled
                                                                                                                                                            Upcoming baseball card releases:
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            • 12/12: Bowman Draft
                                                                                                                                                            • 12/13: Topps Heritage High Number
                                                                                                                                                            • 12/15: Topps Chrome Black
                                                                                                                                                            • 12/16: Topps Japan Edition
                                                                                                                                                            • 12/29: Panini National Treasures
                                                                                                                                                            • 5/8/24: Bowman
                                                                                                                                                            ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58008355Thu, 14 Dec 2023 15:27:56 +0000Mike CouillardIn our twenty-second episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ open by reviewing Ohtani signing an unusual contract with the Dodgers plus all of the other MLB moves over the last week. Then we...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by reviewing Ohtani signing an unusual contract with the Dodgers plus all of the other MLB moves over the last week. Then we discuss the release of 2023 Bowman Draft along with four other Topps release dropping this week (51:43).
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            We now have Cards & Categories swag for purchase, visit our shop here!
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            • Ohtani signing with the Dodgers
                                                                                                                                                              • The latest unusual clause in Ohtani's contract
                                                                                                                                                            • Tyler O'Neill traded to the Red Sox
                                                                                                                                                            • E-Rod moves to Arizona
                                                                                                                                                            • Reds add Jeimer Candelario to a crowded infield
                                                                                                                                                            • Seth Lugo signs with the Royals
                                                                                                                                                            • Jung Hoo Lee inks deal with the Giants
                                                                                                                                                            • Video of the Ronny Mauricio injury
                                                                                                                                                            • News on Endy Rodriguez's elbow injury
                                                                                                                                                            Cards Discussion:
                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                            • 2023 Bowman Draft checklist and details
                                                                                                                                                            • Tom Brady card details
                                                                                                                                                              • Commercial to hype Tom Brady's inclusion in Bowman Draft
                                                                                                                                                              • Announced $500k bounty on the 12/50 gold refractor auto
                                                                                                                                                              • 1995 Bowman card set details and history
                                                                                                                                                              • First Brady gold refractor auto pulled by breaker
                                                                                                                                                              • Superfractor 1/1 Brady auto pulled
                                                                                                                                                              • 5863baseballfalse122fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-21-winter-meetings-moves-and-topps-inception--57939413Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by reviewing the latest moves that happened during the MLB Winter Meetings and their fantasy impacts. Then we discuss the release of 2023 Topps Inception plus other exciting card releases happening during this holiday season (53:05).
                                                                                                                                                                
                                                                                                                                                                We now have Cards & Categories swag for purchase, visit our shop here!
                                                                                                                                                                
                                                                                                                                                                You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                                                                
                                                                                                                                                                Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                                                                
                                                                                                                                                                • Juan Soto traded to the Yankees (finalized and official post-pod recording)
                                                                                                                                                                  • Soto's spray chart in Yankee Stadium
                                                                                                                                                                • Jackson Chourio signs eight year extension with Brewers
                                                                                                                                                                • Jarred Kelenic traded to the Braves
                                                                                                                                                                • Alex Verdugo traded to the Yankees
                                                                                                                                                                • Craig Kimbrel signs with the Orioles
                                                                                                                                                                • Erick Fedde signs with the White Sox
                                                                                                                                                                Cards Discussion:
                                                                                                                                                                
                                                                                                                                                                • 2023 Topps Inception checklist and details
                                                                                                                                                                • Further details on Topps Inception and First Milestone cards
                                                                                                                                                                • Orange parallel First Milestone card with MLB logo
                                                                                                                                                                • Another example of First Milestone card
                                                                                                                                                                Upcoming baseball card releases:
                                                                                                                                                                
                                                                                                                                                                • 12/6: Topps Inception
                                                                                                                                                                • 12/6: Topps Chrome Update - Sapphire Edition
                                                                                                                                                                • 12/12: Bowman Draft
                                                                                                                                                                • 12/13: Topps Heritage High Number
                                                                                                                                                                • 12/15: Topps Chrome Black
                                                                                                                                                                • 12/16: Topps Japan Edition
                                                                                                                                                                • 12/29: Panini National Treasures
                                                                                                                                                                • 5/8/24: Bowman
                                                                                                                                                                ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57939413Thu, 07 Dec 2023 14:51:02 +0000Mike CouillardIn our twenty-first episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ open by reviewing the latest moves that happened during the MLB Winter Meetings and their fantasy impacts. Then we discuss the release of...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by reviewing the latest moves that happened during the MLB Winter Meetings and their fantasy impacts. Then we discuss the release of 2023 Topps Inception plus other exciting card releases happening during this holiday season (53:05).
                                                                                                                                                                
                                                                                                                                                                We now have Cards & Categories swag for purchase, visit our shop here!
                                                                                                                                                                
                                                                                                                                                                You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                                                                
                                                                                                                                                                Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                                                                
                                                                                                                                                                • Juan Soto traded to the Yankees (finalized and official post-pod recording)
                                                                                                                                                                  • Soto's spray chart in Yankee Stadium
                                                                                                                                                                • Jackson Chourio signs eight year extension with Brewers
                                                                                                                                                                • Jarred Kelenic traded to the Braves
                                                                                                                                                                • Alex Verdugo traded to the Yankees
                                                                                                                                                                • Craig Kimbrel signs with the Orioles
                                                                                                                                                                • Erick Fedde signs with the White Sox
                                                                                                                                                                Cards Discussion:
                                                                                                                                                                
                                                                                                                                                                • 2023 Topps Inception checklist and details
                                                                                                                                                                • Further details on Topps Inception and First Milestone cards
                                                                                                                                                                • Orange parallel First Milestone card with MLB logo
                                                                                                                                                                • Another example of First Milestone card
                                                                                                                                                                Upcoming baseball card releases:
                                                                                                                                                                
                                                                                                                                                                • 12/6: Topps Inception
                                                                                                                                                                • 12/6: Topps Chrome Update - Sapphire Edition
                                                                                                                                                                • 12/12: Bowman Draft
                                                                                                                                                                • 12/13: Topps Heritage High Number
                                                                                                                                                                • 12/15: Topps Chrome Black
                                                                                                                                                                • 12/16: Topps Japan Edition
                                                                                                                                                                • 12/29: Panini National Treasures
                                                                                                                                                                • 5/8/24: Bowman
                                                                                                                                                                ]]>4706baseballfalse121fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-20-latest-signings-with-grey-albright-from-razzball--57864299Mike Couillard is joined by Grey Albright! We open by examining Grey's obsession with Reggie Jackson in relation to baseball card collecting. Then we discuss the fantasy impact of the latest MLB transactions (34:35) and some cursory Hall of Fame discourse.
                                                                                                                                                                
                                                                                                                                                                We now have Cards & Categories swag for purchase, visit our shop here!
                                                                                                                                                                
                                                                                                                                                                You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                                                                
                                                                                                                                                                Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                                                                
                                                                                                                                                                • Reggie Jackson cards mentioned:
                                                                                                                                                                  • 1969 Topps #260 (rookie card)
                                                                                                                                                                  • 1975 Topps #300
                                                                                                                                                                  • 1987 Topps #300
                                                                                                                                                                  • 1987 Topps Traded #52T
                                                                                                                                                                  • 1988 Sportflics #120
                                                                                                                                                                • Snoop Dogg Topps Project 70 cards:
                                                                                                                                                                  
                                                                                                                                                                  • Card 89 - 1993 Mookie Betts by Snoop Dogg
                                                                                                                                                                  • Card 707 - 1967 Reggie Jackson by Snoop Dogg
                                                                                                                                                                • Players discussed in the transaction analysis:
                                                                                                                                                                  • Sonny Gray
                                                                                                                                                                  • Kenta Maeda
                                                                                                                                                                  • Luis Severino
                                                                                                                                                                  • Eugenio Suarez
                                                                                                                                                                • Listing of players eligible for the 2024 Hall of Fame ballot
                                                                                                                                                                ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57864299Thu, 30 Nov 2023 15:42:25 +0000Mike CouillardIn our twentieth episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ is joined by Grey Albright! We open by examining Grey's obsession with Reggie Jackson in relation to baseball card collecting. Then we discuss the fantasy impact of the latest MLB...Mike Couillard is joined by Grey Albright! We open by examining Grey's obsession with Reggie Jackson in relation to baseball card collecting. Then we discuss the fantasy impact of the latest MLB transactions (34:35) and some cursory Hall of Fame discourse.
                                                                                                                                                                
                                                                                                                                                                We now have Cards & Categories swag for purchase, visit our shop here!
                                                                                                                                                                
                                                                                                                                                                You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                                                                
                                                                                                                                                                Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                                                                
                                                                                                                                                                • Reggie Jackson cards mentioned:
                                                                                                                                                                  • 1969 Topps #260 (rookie card)
                                                                                                                                                                  • 1975 Topps #300
                                                                                                                                                                  • 1987 Topps #300
                                                                                                                                                                  • 1987 Topps Traded #52T
                                                                                                                                                                  • 1988 Sportflics #120
                                                                                                                                                                • Snoop Dogg Topps Project 70 cards:
                                                                                                                                                                  
                                                                                                                                                                  • Card 89 - 1993 Mookie Betts by Snoop Dogg
                                                                                                                                                                  • Card 707 - 1967 Reggie Jackson by Snoop Dogg
                                                                                                                                                                • Players discussed in the transaction analysis:
                                                                                                                                                                  • Sonny Gray
                                                                                                                                                                  • Kenta Maeda
                                                                                                                                                                  • Luis Severino
                                                                                                                                                                  • Eugenio Suarez
                                                                                                                                                                • Listing of players eligible for the 2024 Hall of Fame ballot
                                                                                                                                                                ]]>4789baseballfalse120fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-19-offseason-shenanigans-and-trade-candidates--57665514Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by examining Jason Benetti joining the Tigers and analyzing the Reddit marble simulation. Then we discuss the release of 2023 Topps Chrome Update and the related Pro Debut patch cards (20:14). Lastly, we review the MLB Trade Rumors’ Top 25 trade candidates to pick six players that could be moved this offseason and how that affects their fantasy values (46:00).
                                                                                                                                                                
                                                                                                                                                                We now have Cards & Categories swag for purchase, visit our shop here!
                                                                                                                                                                
                                                                                                                                                                You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                                                                
                                                                                                                                                                Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                                                                
                                                                                                                                                                • MLB offseason calendar
                                                                                                                                                                • Reddit marble simulation
                                                                                                                                                                  • Jeremy's pick: Oakland A's
                                                                                                                                                                  • Mike's pick: Miami Marlins
                                                                                                                                                                • Cards & Categories merchandise store
                                                                                                                                                                • AL Cy Young voting totals
                                                                                                                                                                • NL Cy Young voting totals
                                                                                                                                                                Cards Discussion:
                                                                                                                                                                
                                                                                                                                                                • 2023 Topps Chrome Update checklist and details
                                                                                                                                                                • Report/background on the Pro Debut patches
                                                                                                                                                                • Redemption process for Pro Debut patch cards
                                                                                                                                                                • Cost per hit of Pro Debut patch cards
                                                                                                                                                                • Pic of the Anthony Volpe Pro Debut patch card
                                                                                                                                                                • Link to listing of lava refractor cards currently on eBay
                                                                                                                                                                Upcoming baseball card releases:
                                                                                                                                                                
                                                                                                                                                                • 11/15: Topps Chrome Update
                                                                                                                                                                • 11/22: Topps Museum
                                                                                                                                                                • 12/6: Panini National Treasures
                                                                                                                                                                • 12/6: Topps Inception
                                                                                                                                                                • 12/12: Bowman Draft
                                                                                                                                                                • 12/16: Topps Japan Edition
                                                                                                                                                                • 5/8/24: Bowman
                                                                                                                                                                Categories Discussion:
                                                                                                                                                                
                                                                                                                                                                • MLB Trade Rumors Top 25 offseason trade candidates
                                                                                                                                                                • 2024 NFBC draft data (change filter to start on 10/1/23)
                                                                                                                                                                • Players analyzed:
                                                                                                                                                                  • Juan Soto
                                                                                                                                                                  • Corbin Burnes
                                                                                                                                                                  • Dylan Cease
                                                                                                                                                                  • Shane Bieber
                                                                                                                                                                  • Jonathan India
                                                                                                                                                                  • Gleyber Torres
                                                                                                                                                                ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57665514Thu, 16 Nov 2023 15:11:59 +0000Mike CouillardIn our nineteenth episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ open by examining Jason Benetti joining the Tigers and analyzing the Reddit marble simulation. Then we discuss the release of 2023 Topps...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by examining Jason Benetti joining the Tigers and analyzing the Reddit marble simulation. Then we discuss the release of 2023 Topps Chrome Update and the related Pro Debut patch cards (20:14). Lastly, we review the MLB Trade Rumors’ Top 25 trade candidates to pick six players that could be moved this offseason and how that affects their fantasy values (46:00).
                                                                                                                                                                
                                                                                                                                                                We now have Cards & Categories swag for purchase, visit our shop here!
                                                                                                                                                                
                                                                                                                                                                You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                                                                
                                                                                                                                                                Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                                                                
                                                                                                                                                                • MLB offseason calendar
                                                                                                                                                                • Reddit marble simulation
                                                                                                                                                                  • Jeremy's pick: Oakland A's
                                                                                                                                                                  • Mike's pick: Miami Marlins
                                                                                                                                                                • Cards & Categories merchandise store
                                                                                                                                                                • AL Cy Young voting totals
                                                                                                                                                                • NL Cy Young voting totals
                                                                                                                                                                Cards Discussion:
                                                                                                                                                                
                                                                                                                                                                • 2023 Topps Chrome Update checklist and details
                                                                                                                                                                • Report/background on the Pro Debut patches
                                                                                                                                                                • Redemption process for Pro Debut patch cards
                                                                                                                                                                • Cost per hit of Pro Debut patch cards
                                                                                                                                                                • Pic of the Anthony Volpe Pro Debut patch card
                                                                                                                                                                • Link to listing of lava refractor cards currently on eBay
                                                                                                                                                                Upcoming baseball card releases:
                                                                                                                                                                
                                                                                                                                                                • 11/15: Topps Chrome Update
                                                                                                                                                                • 11/22: Topps Museum
                                                                                                                                                                • 12/6: Panini National Treasures
                                                                                                                                                                • 12/6: Topps Inception
                                                                                                                                                                • 12/12: Bowman Draft
                                                                                                                                                                • 12/16: Topps Japan Edition
                                                                                                                                                                • 5/8/24: Bowman
                                                                                                                                                                Categories Discussion:
                                                                                                                                                                
                                                                                                                                                                • MLB Trade Rumors Top 25 offseason trade candidates
                                                                                                                                                                • 5598baseballfalse119fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-18-free-agency-bonanza--57578190Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by discussing the Cubs hiring Craig Counsell while previewing the early offseason before briefly covering the release of Topps Archives. Then we analyze the MLB Trade Rumors' Top 10 free agents to evaluate the predicted landing spots while offering our best guesses and possible fantasy implications (29:22).
                                                                                                                                                                  
                                                                                                                                                                  You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                                                                  
                                                                                                                                                                  Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                                                                  
                                                                                                                                                                  • MLB offseason calendar
                                                                                                                                                                  • Report on the Twins cutting payroll
                                                                                                                                                                  Cards Discussion:
                                                                                                                                                                  
                                                                                                                                                                  • 2023 Topps Archives checklist and details
                                                                                                                                                                  • 2023 Topps Inception checklist and details
                                                                                                                                                                  • 2023 Topps Inception pre-order
                                                                                                                                                                  • 2023 Topps Japan Edition checklist and details
                                                                                                                                                                  Upcoming baseball card releases:
                                                                                                                                                                  
                                                                                                                                                                  • 11/8: Topps Archives
                                                                                                                                                                  • 11/15: Topps Chrome Update
                                                                                                                                                                  • 11/22: Topps Museum
                                                                                                                                                                  • 12/6: Panini National Treasures
                                                                                                                                                                  • 12/6: Topps Inception
                                                                                                                                                                  • 12/16: Topps Japan Edition
                                                                                                                                                                  • 5/8/24: Bowman
                                                                                                                                                                  Categories Discussion:
                                                                                                                                                                  
                                                                                                                                                                  • MLB Trade Rumors 2023-34 Top 50 Free Agents
                                                                                                                                                                  • 2024 NFBC draft data (change filter to start on 10/1/23)
                                                                                                                                                                  • Players analyzed and our signing team predictions:
                                                                                                                                                                    • Shohei Ohtani (Jeremy: LAD, Mike: NYY)
                                                                                                                                                                    • Cody Bellinger (Jeremy: NYY, Mike: ARI)
                                                                                                                                                                    • Yoshinobu Yamamoto (Jeremy: SFG, Mike: CHC)
                                                                                                                                                                    • Blake Snell (Jeremy: NYM, Mike: SFG)
                                                                                                                                                                    • Aaron Nola (Jeremy: STL, Mike: STL)
                                                                                                                                                                    • Jordan Montgomery (Jeremy: CHC, Mike: STL)
                                                                                                                                                                    • Matt Chapman (Jeremy: SFG, Mike: TOR)
                                                                                                                                                                    • Josh Hader (Jeremy: BOS, Mike: TEX)
                                                                                                                                                                    • Sonny Gray (Jeremy: STL, Mike: BOS)
                                                                                                                                                                    • Shota Imanaga (Jeremy: LAD, Mike: NYM)
                                                                                                                                                                  ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57578190Thu, 09 Nov 2023 16:33:41 +0000Mike CouillardIn our eighteenth episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ open by discussing the Cubs hiring Craig Counsell while previewing the early offseason before briefly covering the release of Topps...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by discussing the Cubs hiring Craig Counsell while previewing the early offseason before briefly covering the release of Topps Archives. Then we analyze the MLB Trade Rumors' Top 10 free agents to evaluate the predicted landing spots while offering our best guesses and possible fantasy implications (29:22).
                                                                                                                                                                  
                                                                                                                                                                  You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                                                                  
                                                                                                                                                                  Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                                                                  
                                                                                                                                                                  • MLB offseason calendar
                                                                                                                                                                  • Report on the Twins cutting payroll
                                                                                                                                                                  Cards Discussion:
                                                                                                                                                                  
                                                                                                                                                                  • 2023 Topps Archives checklist and details
                                                                                                                                                                  • 2023 Topps Inception checklist and details
                                                                                                                                                                  • 2023 Topps Inception pre-order
                                                                                                                                                                  • 2023 Topps Japan Edition checklist and details
                                                                                                                                                                  Upcoming baseball card releases:
                                                                                                                                                                  
                                                                                                                                                                  • 11/8: Topps Archives
                                                                                                                                                                  • 11/15: Topps Chrome Update
                                                                                                                                                                  • 11/22: Topps Museum
                                                                                                                                                                  • 12/6: Panini National Treasures
                                                                                                                                                                  • 12/6: Topps Inception
                                                                                                                                                                  • 12/16: Topps Japan Edition
                                                                                                                                                                  • 5/8/24: Bowman
                                                                                                                                                                  Categories Discussion:
                                                                                                                                                                  
                                                                                                                                                                  • MLB Trade Rumors 2023-34 Top 50 Free Agents
                                                                                                                                                                  • 2024 NFBC draft data (change filter to start on 10/1/23)
                                                                                                                                                                  • Players analyzed and our signing team predictions:
                                                                                                                                                                    • Shohei Ohtani (Jeremy: LAD, Mike: NYY)
                                                                                                                                                                    • Cody Bellinger (Jeremy: NYY, Mike: ARI)
                                                                                                                                                                    • Yoshinobu Yamamoto (Jeremy: SFG, Mike: CHC)
                                                                                                                                                                    • Blake Snell (Jeremy: NYM, Mike: SFG)
                                                                                                                                                                    • Aaron Nola (Jeremy: STL, Mike: STL)
                                                                                                                                                                    • Jordan Montgomery (Jeremy: CHC, Mike: STL)
                                                                                                                                                                    • Matt Chapman (Jeremy: SFG, Mike: TOR)
                                                                                                                                                                    • Josh Hader (Jeremy: BOS, Mike: TEX)
                                                                                                                                                                    • Sonny Gray (Jeremy: STL, Mike: BOS)
                                                                                                                                                                    • Shota Imanaga (Jeremy: LAD, Mike: NYM)
                                                                                                                                                                  ]]>6801baseball,sportsfalse118fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-17-the-looming-offseason-topps-holiday-2024-fantasy-landmines--57480299Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by recapping the World Series to-date (recorded during Game 5) before theorizing how the offseason will unfold. Then we overview the release of 2023 Topps Holiday (22:00). Finally, we discuss six players in the Top 150 to avoid at current 2024 NFBC average draft prices (37:27).
                                                                                                                                                                  
                                                                                                                                                                  You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                                                                  
                                                                                                                                                                  Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                                                                  
                                                                                                                                                                  • MLB offseason calendar
                                                                                                                                                                  • Report on Padres' payroll problems
                                                                                                                                                                  Cards Discussion:
                                                                                                                                                                  
                                                                                                                                                                  • 2023 Topps Holiday checklist and details
                                                                                                                                                                  • List of 2023 Topps Holiday SP variations
                                                                                                                                                                  • Example of a Holiday Faux Relic - 2023 Mrs. Claus
                                                                                                                                                                  Upcoming baseball card releases:
                                                                                                                                                                  
                                                                                                                                                                  • 11/3: Bowman Sterling
                                                                                                                                                                  • 11/8: Topps Archives
                                                                                                                                                                  • 11/15: Topps Chrome Update
                                                                                                                                                                  • 11/22: Topps Museum
                                                                                                                                                                  • 12/6: Panini National Treasures
                                                                                                                                                                  • 5/8/24: Bowman
                                                                                                                                                                  Categories Discussion:
                                                                                                                                                                  
                                                                                                                                                                  • 2024 NFBC draft data (change filter to start on 10/1/23)
                                                                                                                                                                  • Players analyzed:
                                                                                                                                                                    • Elly De La Cruz
                                                                                                                                                                    • Royce Lewis
                                                                                                                                                                    • Luis Castillo
                                                                                                                                                                    • Michael Harris II
                                                                                                                                                                    • Pete Fairbanks
                                                                                                                                                                    • Wyatt Langford
                                                                                                                                                                      • Grey's piece on Langford
                                                                                                                                                                  ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57480299Thu, 02 Nov 2023 13:34:22 +0000Mike CouillardIn our seventeenth episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ open by recapping the World Series to-date (recorded during Game 5) before theorizing how the offseason will unfold. Then we overview the...Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by recapping the World Series to-date (recorded during Game 5) before theorizing how the offseason will unfold. Then we overview the release of 2023 Topps Holiday (22:00). Finally, we discuss six players in the Top 150 to avoid at current 2024 NFBC average draft prices (37:27).
                                                                                                                                                                  
                                                                                                                                                                  You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                                                                  
                                                                                                                                                                  Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                                                                  
                                                                                                                                                                  • MLB offseason calendar
                                                                                                                                                                  • Report on Padres' payroll problems
                                                                                                                                                                  Cards Discussion:
                                                                                                                                                                  
                                                                                                                                                                  • 2023 Topps Holiday checklist and details
                                                                                                                                                                  • List of 2023 Topps Holiday SP variations
                                                                                                                                                                  • Example of a Holiday Faux Relic - 2023 Mrs. Claus
                                                                                                                                                                  Upcoming baseball card releases:
                                                                                                                                                                  
                                                                                                                                                                  • 11/3: Bowman Sterling
                                                                                                                                                                  • 11/8: Topps Archives
                                                                                                                                                                  • 11/15: Topps Chrome Update
                                                                                                                                                                  • 11/22: Topps Museum
                                                                                                                                                                  • 12/6: Panini National Treasures
                                                                                                                                                                  • 5/8/24: Bowman
                                                                                                                                                                  Categories Discussion:
                                                                                                                                                                  
                                                                                                                                                                  • 2024 NFBC draft data (change filter to start on 10/1/23)
                                                                                                                                                                  • Players analyzed:
                                                                                                                                                                    • Elly De La Cruz
                                                                                                                                                                    • Royce Lewis
                                                                                                                                                                    • Luis Castillo
                                                                                                                                                                    • Michael Harris II
                                                                                                                                                                    • Pete Fairbanks
                                                                                                                                                                    • Wyatt Langford
                                                                                                                                                                      • Grey's piece on Langford
                                                                                                                                                                  ]]>4911false117fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-16-world-series-picks-to-click-topps-tier-one--57396817Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by discussing the culmination of the championship series, making our Tacofractor picks, and diving into the new Topps Costco packs. Then we overview the release of 2023 Topps Tier One (34:53). Finally, we discuss our "Picks to Click" for the World Series and preview players that we think could boost their fantasy values on the Fall Classic stage (51:22).
                                                                                                                                                                  
                                                                                                                                                                  You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                                                                  
                                                                                                                                                                  • Topps Tacofractor promotion details
                                                                                                                                                                  • Tweet on details/drama of Topps packs at Costco
                                                                                                                                                                  Cards Discussion:
                                                                                                                                                                  
                                                                                                                                                                  • 2023 Topps Tier One checklist and details
                                                                                                                                                                  • 2019 Topps Tier One design - Shohei Ohtani example
                                                                                                                                                                  • Bat knob relic example - 2022 Topps Tier One Mike Trout 1/1
                                                                                                                                                                  • Link to purchase 2023 Topps Holiday mega boxes
                                                                                                                                                                  Upcoming baseball card releases:
                                                                                                                                                                  
                                                                                                                                                                  • 10/25: Topps Tier One
                                                                                                                                                                  • 11/1: Panini Chronicles Baseball
                                                                                                                                                                  • 11/2: Topps Holiday
                                                                                                                                                                  • 11/3: Bowman Sterling
                                                                                                                                                                  • 11/8: Topps Archives
                                                                                                                                                                  • 11/15: Topps Chrome Update
                                                                                                                                                                  • 11/22: Topps Museum
                                                                                                                                                                  • 5/8/24: Bowman
                                                                                                                                                                  Categories Discussion:
                                                                                                                                                                  
                                                                                                                                                                  • Players analyzed:
                                                                                                                                                                    • Mitch Garver
                                                                                                                                                                    • Evan Carter
                                                                                                                                                                    • Nathan Eovaldi
                                                                                                                                                                    • Jordan Montgomery
                                                                                                                                                                    • Ketel Marte
                                                                                                                                                                    • Gabriel Moreno
                                                                                                                                                                    • Paul Sewald
                                                                                                                                                                    • Kevin Ginkel
                                                                                                                                                                  ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57396817Thu, 26 Oct 2023 14:12:41 +0000Mike CouillardIn our sixteenth episode, https://razzball.com/author/couillard/ and https://razzball.com/author/jeremybrewer/ open by discussing the culmination of the championship series, making our Tacofractor picks, and diving into the new Topps Costco packs....Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by discussing the culmination of the championship series, making our Tacofractor picks, and diving into the new Topps Costco packs. Then we overview the release of 2023 Topps Tier One (34:53). Finally, we discuss our "Picks to Click" for the World Series and preview players that we think could boost their fantasy values on the Fall Classic stage (51:22).
                                                                                                                                                                  
                                                                                                                                                                  You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                                                                  
                                                                                                                                                                  • Topps Tacofractor promotion details
                                                                                                                                                                  • Tweet on details/drama of Topps packs at Costco
                                                                                                                                                                  Cards Discussion:
                                                                                                                                                                  
                                                                                                                                                                  • 2023 Topps Tier One checklist and details
                                                                                                                                                                  • 2019 Topps Tier One design - Shohei Ohtani example
                                                                                                                                                                  • Bat knob relic example - 2022 Topps Tier One Mike Trout 1/1
                                                                                                                                                                  • Link to purchase 2023 Topps Holiday mega boxes
                                                                                                                                                                  Upcoming baseball card releases:
                                                                                                                                                                  
                                                                                                                                                                  • 10/25: Topps Tier One
                                                                                                                                                                  • 11/1: Panini Chronicles Baseball
                                                                                                                                                                  • 11/2: Topps Holiday
                                                                                                                                                                  • 11/3: Bowman Sterling
                                                                                                                                                                  • 11/8: Topps Archives
                                                                                                                                                                  • 11/15: Topps Chrome Update
                                                                                                                                                                  • 11/22: Topps Museum
                                                                                                                                                                  • 5/8/24: Bowman
                                                                                                                                                                  Categories Discussion:
                                                                                                                                                                  
                                                                                                                                                                  • Players analyzed:
                                                                                                                                                                    • Mitch Garver
                                                                                                                                                                    • Evan Carter
                                                                                                                                                                    • Nathan Eovaldi
                                                                                                                                                                    • Jordan Montgomery
                                                                                                                                                                    • Ketel Marte
                                                                                                                                                                    • Gabriel Moreno
                                                                                                                                                                    • Paul Sewald
                                                                                                                                                                    • Kevin Ginkel
                                                                                                                                                                  ]]>6444false116fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-15-new-topps-releases-afl-breakouts--57308182
                                                                                                                                                                  You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                                                                  
                                                                                                                                                                  Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                                                                  
                                                                                                                                                                  • Current MLB playoff bracket
                                                                                                                                                                  • Third superfractor found from 2023 Bowman Chrome
                                                                                                                                                                  Cards Discussion:
                                                                                                                                                                  
                                                                                                                                                                  • 2023 Topps Pro Debut checklist and details
                                                                                                                                                                  • 2023 Topps Finest Flashbacks checklist and details
                                                                                                                                                                    • Finest Flashbacks pricing through the years
                                                                                                                                                                  • Link to purchase 2023 Topps Holiday mega boxes
                                                                                                                                                                  Upcoming baseball card releases:
                                                                                                                                                                  
                                                                                                                                                                  • 10/18: Topps Pro Debut
                                                                                                                                                                  • 10/18: Topps Finest Flashbacks
                                                                                                                                                                  • 10/18: Topps Gilded
                                                                                                                                                                  • 10/25: Topps Tier One
                                                                                                                                                                  • 11/1: Panini Chronicles Baseball
                                                                                                                                                                  • 11/3: Bowman Sterling
                                                                                                                                                                  • 11/8: Topps Archives
                                                                                                                                                                  Categories Discussion:
                                                                                                                                                                  
                                                                                                                                                                  • Arizona Fall League statistics
                                                                                                                                                                  • Players analyzed:
                                                                                                                                                                    • Kyle Manzardo
                                                                                                                                                                    • Benny Montgomery
                                                                                                                                                                    • James Triantos
                                                                                                                                                                    • Chase DeLauter
                                                                                                                                                                    • Ricky Tiedemann
                                                                                                                                                                    • Jackson Jobe
                                                                                                                                                                    • Emiliano Teodo
                                                                                                                                                                      • Teodo's sinker
                                                                                                                                                                  ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57308182Thu, 19 Oct 2023 16:44:08 +0000Mike CouillardIn our fifteenth episode, we open by discussing the ALCS and NLCS, our love for Evan Carter, and the discovery of a triple superfractor from 2023 Bowman Chrome. Then we discuss the release of 2023 Topps Pro Debut and 2023 Topps Finest Flashbacks...
                                                                                                                                                                  You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                                                                  
                                                                                                                                                                  Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                                                                  
                                                                                                                                                                  • Current MLB playoff bracket
                                                                                                                                                                  • Third superfractor found from 2023 Bowman Chrome
                                                                                                                                                                  Cards Discussion:
                                                                                                                                                                  
                                                                                                                                                                  • 2023 Topps Pro Debut checklist and details
                                                                                                                                                                  • 2023 Topps Finest Flashbacks checklist and details
                                                                                                                                                                    • Finest Flashbacks pricing through the years
                                                                                                                                                                  • Link to purchase 2023 Topps Holiday mega boxes
                                                                                                                                                                  Upcoming baseball card releases:
                                                                                                                                                                  
                                                                                                                                                                  • 10/18: Topps Pro Debut
                                                                                                                                                                  • 10/18: Topps Finest Flashbacks
                                                                                                                                                                  • 10/18: Topps Gilded
                                                                                                                                                                  • 10/25: Topps Tier One
                                                                                                                                                                  • 11/1: Panini Chronicles Baseball
                                                                                                                                                                  • 11/3: Bowman Sterling
                                                                                                                                                                  • 11/8: Topps Archives
                                                                                                                                                                  Categories Discussion:
                                                                                                                                                                  
                                                                                                                                                                  • Arizona Fall League statistics
                                                                                                                                                                  • Players analyzed:
                                                                                                                                                                    • Kyle Manzardo
                                                                                                                                                                    • Benny Montgomery
                                                                                                                                                                    • James Triantos
                                                                                                                                                                    • Chase DeLauter
                                                                                                                                                                    • Ricky Tiedemann
                                                                                                                                                                    • Jackson Jobe
                                                                                                                                                                    • Emiliano Teodo
                                                                                                                                                                      • Teodo's sinker
                                                                                                                                                                  ]]>5741baseballfalse115fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-14-topps-fiascos-continue-disappointing-top-100-bats--57212302
                                                                                                                                                                  You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                                                                  
                                                                                                                                                                  Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                                                                  
                                                                                                                                                                  • Current MLB playoff bracket
                                                                                                                                                                  Cards Discussion:
                                                                                                                                                                  
                                                                                                                                                                  • 2023 Topps Update checklist and details
                                                                                                                                                                  • Reduced number of cards in 2023 Update hobby boxes
                                                                                                                                                                  • Surprise Halloween parallels from retail boxes
                                                                                                                                                                  Upcoming baseball card releases:
                                                                                                                                                                  
                                                                                                                                                                  • 10/11: Topps Update
                                                                                                                                                                  • 10/11: Panini Select
                                                                                                                                                                  • 10/13: Leaf Exotic
                                                                                                                                                                  • 10/18: Topps Pro Debut
                                                                                                                                                                  • 10/18: Topps Tier One
                                                                                                                                                                  • Topps Stadium Club - Jan 2024
                                                                                                                                                                  Categories Discussion:
                                                                                                                                                                  
                                                                                                                                                                  • Jeremy's original Top 100 Hitters
                                                                                                                                                                  • Razzball year-end player rater for hitters
                                                                                                                                                                  • Players analyzed:
                                                                                                                                                                    • Vladimir Guerrero Jr.
                                                                                                                                                                    • Cedric Mullins
                                                                                                                                                                    • Starling Marte
                                                                                                                                                                    • Tim Anderson
                                                                                                                                                                    • Andrew Vaughn
                                                                                                                                                                    • Mitch Haniger
                                                                                                                                                                  ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57212302Thu, 12 Oct 2023 15:05:03 +0000Mike CouillardIn our fourteenth episode, we open by discussing the latest happenings in the MLB playoffs as division series are starting to wrap up. Then we discuss the release of 2023 Topps Update along with a new series of problems plaguing Topps/Fanatics...
                                                                                                                                                                  You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                                                                  
                                                                                                                                                                  Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                                                                  
                                                                                                                                                                  • Current MLB playoff bracket
                                                                                                                                                                  Cards Discussion:
                                                                                                                                                                  
                                                                                                                                                                  • 2023 Topps Update checklist and details
                                                                                                                                                                  • Reduced number of cards in 2023 Update hobby boxes
                                                                                                                                                                  • Surprise Halloween parallels from retail boxes
                                                                                                                                                                  Upcoming baseball card releases:
                                                                                                                                                                  
                                                                                                                                                                  • 10/11: Topps Update
                                                                                                                                                                  • 10/11: Panini Select
                                                                                                                                                                  • 10/13: Leaf Exotic
                                                                                                                                                                  • 10/18: Topps Pro Debut
                                                                                                                                                                  • 10/18: Topps Tier One
                                                                                                                                                                  • Topps Stadium Club - Jan 2024
                                                                                                                                                                  Categories Discussion:
                                                                                                                                                                  
                                                                                                                                                                  • Jeremy's original Top 100 Hitters
                                                                                                                                                                  • Razzball year-end player rater for hitters
                                                                                                                                                                  • Players analyzed:
                                                                                                                                                                    • Vladimir Guerrero Jr.
                                                                                                                                                                    • Cedric Mullins
                                                                                                                                                                    • Starling Marte
                                                                                                                                                                    • Tim Anderson
                                                                                                                                                                    • Andrew Vaughn
                                                                                                                                                                    • Mitch Haniger
                                                                                                                                                                  ]]>6062false114fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-13-playoff-picks-and-investments--57058867
                                                                                                                                                                  You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                                                                  
                                                                                                                                                                  Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                                                                  
                                                                                                                                                                  • MLB playoff bracket
                                                                                                                                                                  • Listing of Bowman Chrome Superfractor bounty amounts
                                                                                                                                                                  • News of an eBay seller intercepting a previously purchased superfractor
                                                                                                                                                                  • Reddit thread of the Jackson Merrill Panini Immaculate find
                                                                                                                                                                  • Reddit comment joking about the Merrill redemption up on eBay
                                                                                                                                                                  Upcoming baseball card releases:
                                                                                                                                                                  
                                                                                                                                                                  • 10/11: Topps Update
                                                                                                                                                                  • 10/11: Panini Select
                                                                                                                                                                  • 10/13: Leaf Exotic
                                                                                                                                                                  • 10/18: Topps Pro Debut
                                                                                                                                                                  • 10/18: Topps Stadium Club
                                                                                                                                                                  • 10/18: Topps Tier One
                                                                                                                                                                  Players discussed for the playoff breakouts plus cards discussed:
                                                                                                                                                                  
                                                                                                                                                                  • Junior Caminero
                                                                                                                                                                    • 2023 Bowman Chrome Prospect Autographs #CPA-JCR
                                                                                                                                                                    • 2023 Bowman Chrome Prospect #BCP-61 speckle refractor #/299
                                                                                                                                                                  • Royce Lewis
                                                                                                                                                                    • 2022 Topps Now #173
                                                                                                                                                                    • 2022 Topps Chrome Platinum Anniversary #20
                                                                                                                                                                  • Yainer Diaz
                                                                                                                                                                    • 2023 Topps Series 2 #635 orange foil #/299
                                                                                                                                                                  • Josh Jung
                                                                                                                                                                    • 2023 Topps Cosmic Chrome #95
                                                                                                                                                                  • Justin Verlander
                                                                                                                                                                    • 2005 Topps Chrome #242 First Year auto
                                                                                                                                                                  • Orion Kerkering
                                                                                                                                                                    • 2022 Panini Elite Extra Edition Signatures #152
                                                                                                                                                                  • Bobby Miller
                                                                                                                                                                    • 2023 Bowman Chrome #7 blue wave refractor, #/100
                                                                                                                                                                  ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57058867Wed, 04 Oct 2023 15:07:18 +0000Mike CouillardIn our thirteenth episode, we open by picking our MLB playoff brackets and talking about two recent card fiascos - duplicate Bowman Chrome Superfractors and Jackson Merrill's trashed Panini Immaculate cards. Then we discuss players we anticipate...
                                                                                                                                                                  You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                                                                  
                                                                                                                                                                  Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                                                                  
                                                                                                                                                                  • MLB playoff bracket
                                                                                                                                                                  • Listing of Bowman Chrome Superfractor bounty amounts
                                                                                                                                                                  • News of an eBay seller intercepting a previously purchased superfractor
                                                                                                                                                                  • Reddit thread of the Jackson Merrill Panini Immaculate find
                                                                                                                                                                  • Reddit comment joking about the Merrill redemption up on eBay
                                                                                                                                                                  Upcoming baseball card releases:
                                                                                                                                                                  
                                                                                                                                                                  • 10/11: Topps Update
                                                                                                                                                                  • 10/11: Panini Select
                                                                                                                                                                  • 10/13: Leaf Exotic
                                                                                                                                                                  • 10/18: Topps Pro Debut
                                                                                                                                                                  • 10/18: Topps Stadium Club
                                                                                                                                                                  • 10/18: Topps Tier One
                                                                                                                                                                  Players discussed for the playoff breakouts plus cards discussed:
                                                                                                                                                                  
                                                                                                                                                                  • Junior Caminero
                                                                                                                                                                    • 2023 Bowman Chrome Prospect Autographs #CPA-JCR
                                                                                                                                                                    • 2023 Bowman Chrome Prospect #BCP-61 speckle refractor #/299
                                                                                                                                                                  • Royce Lewis
                                                                                                                                                                    • 2022 Topps Now #173
                                                                                                                                                                    • 2022 Topps Chrome Platinum Anniversary #20
                                                                                                                                                                  • Yainer Diaz
                                                                                                                                                                    • 2023 Topps Series 2 #635 orange foil #/299
                                                                                                                                                                  • Josh Jung
                                                                                                                                                                    • 2023 Topps Cosmic Chrome #95
                                                                                                                                                                  • Justin Verlander
                                                                                                                                                                    • 2005 Topps Chrome #242 First Year auto
                                                                                                                                                                  • Orion Kerkering
                                                                                                                                                                    • 5884false113fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-12-2023-topps-update-late-season-breakouts--56979101
                                                                                                                                                                      You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                                                                      
                                                                                                                                                                      Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                                                                      
                                                                                                                                                                      • Fangraphs playoff odds
                                                                                                                                                                      • Report on Adam Wainwright pitching through multiple injuries
                                                                                                                                                                      • Even more duplicate superfractors pulled
                                                                                                                                                                      • 2023 Topps Update checklist
                                                                                                                                                                      • Razzball Player Rater - Hitters - Last 30 Days
                                                                                                                                                                      • Razzball Player Rater - Pitchers- Last 30 Days
                                                                                                                                                                      • Players discussed in the Categories segment:
                                                                                                                                                                        • Jake Burger
                                                                                                                                                                        • Royce Lewis
                                                                                                                                                                        • Nelson Velazquez
                                                                                                                                                                        • Jordan Walker
                                                                                                                                                                        • Tarik Skubal
                                                                                                                                                                        • Michael King
                                                                                                                                                                        • Reese Olson
                                                                                                                                                                        • Cole Ragans
                                                                                                                                                                      ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56979101Thu, 28 Sep 2023 16:27:35 +0000Mike CouillardIn our twelfth episode, we open with discussion on the tight playoff races and even more multiple superfractors surfacing. Then we review the release of 2023 Topps Update coming up on Oct. 11 (25:42). Finally, we close out by reviewing eight late...
                                                                                                                                                                      You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                                                                      
                                                                                                                                                                      Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                                                                      
                                                                                                                                                                      • Fangraphs playoff odds
                                                                                                                                                                      • Report on Adam Wainwright pitching through multiple injuries
                                                                                                                                                                      • Even more duplicate superfractors pulled
                                                                                                                                                                      • 2023 Topps Update checklist
                                                                                                                                                                      • Razzball Player Rater - Hitters - Last 30 Days
                                                                                                                                                                      • Razzball Player Rater - Pitchers- Last 30 Days
                                                                                                                                                                      • Players discussed in the Categories segment:
                                                                                                                                                                        • Jake Burger
                                                                                                                                                                        • Royce Lewis
                                                                                                                                                                        • Nelson Velazquez
                                                                                                                                                                        • Jordan Walker
                                                                                                                                                                        • Tarik Skubal
                                                                                                                                                                        • Michael King
                                                                                                                                                                        • Reese Olson
                                                                                                                                                                        • Cole Ragans
                                                                                                                                                                      ]]>5968baseballfalse112fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-11-2023-allen-ginter-revisiting-picks--56885928
                                                                                                                                                                      You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                                                                      
                                                                                                                                                                      Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                                                                      
                                                                                                                                                                      • Stephen A. Smith rant on Ohtani's contract
                                                                                                                                                                      • Double superfractor from 2023 Bowman Chrome
                                                                                                                                                                      • 2023 Allen & Ginter checklist
                                                                                                                                                                      • 2023 Razzball Staff Picks
                                                                                                                                                                      • Players discussed in the Categories segment:
                                                                                                                                                                        • Ozzie Albies
                                                                                                                                                                        • Sonny Gray
                                                                                                                                                                        • Ezequiel Tovar
                                                                                                                                                                        • Michael Harris II
                                                                                                                                                                        • Yordan Alvarez
                                                                                                                                                                        • Giancarlo Stanton
                                                                                                                                                                        • Ben Joyce
                                                                                                                                                                        • Reid Detmers
                                                                                                                                                                      ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56885928Thu, 21 Sep 2023 15:20:25 +0000Mike CouillardIn our elventh episode, we open with discussion on Waino's 200th win, Ohtani hot takes, and multiple superfractors. Then we review the release of the most eccentric card set of the year, 2023 Topps Allen & Ginter (20:42). Finally, we close out...
                                                                                                                                                                      You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                                                                      
                                                                                                                                                                      Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                                                                      
                                                                                                                                                                      • Stephen A. Smith rant on Ohtani's contract
                                                                                                                                                                      • Double superfractor from 2023 Bowman Chrome
                                                                                                                                                                      • 2023 Allen & Ginter checklist
                                                                                                                                                                      • 2023 Razzball Staff Picks
                                                                                                                                                                      • Players discussed in the Categories segment:
                                                                                                                                                                        • Ozzie Albies
                                                                                                                                                                        • Sonny Gray
                                                                                                                                                                        • Ezequiel Tovar
                                                                                                                                                                        • Michael Harris II
                                                                                                                                                                        • Yordan Alvarez
                                                                                                                                                                        • Giancarlo Stanton
                                                                                                                                                                        • Ben Joyce
                                                                                                                                                                        • Reid Detmers
                                                                                                                                                                      ]]>4951false111fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-10-2023-bowman-chrome-keeper-trade-chips--56800688
                                                                                                                                                                      You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                                                                      
                                                                                                                                                                      Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                                                                      
                                                                                                                                                                      • Story on the George Kirby quotes and subsequent apology
                                                                                                                                                                      • Jered Weaver asking to be removed from game
                                                                                                                                                                      • 2023 Bowman Chrome checklist
                                                                                                                                                                        • Print run projections
                                                                                                                                                                        • Masataka Yoshida Color Run SP
                                                                                                                                                                        • Jordan Walker Color Run SP
                                                                                                                                                                        • Adley Rutschman Image Variation SP
                                                                                                                                                                        • Ethan Salas 1st autos
                                                                                                                                                                        • Retrofractors
                                                                                                                                                                      • Players discussed in the Categories segment:
                                                                                                                                                                        
                                                                                                                                                                        • Davis Schneider
                                                                                                                                                                          • Ben Clemens' Fangraphs article on Schneider
                                                                                                                                                                        • Jordan Wicks
                                                                                                                                                                        • Nick Lodolo
                                                                                                                                                                        • Chris Paddack
                                                                                                                                                                        • Andrew Abbott
                                                                                                                                                                        • Elly De La Cruz
                                                                                                                                                                      ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56800688Thu, 14 Sep 2023 15:05:42 +0000Mike CouillardIn our tenth episode, we open with discussion on two pitchers in the news - Adam Wainwright and George Kirby. Then we review the details of a newest release, 2023 Bowman Chrome (26:26). Finally, we close out with discussing offseason trading...
                                                                                                                                                                      You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                                                                      
                                                                                                                                                                      Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                                                                      
                                                                                                                                                                      • Story on the George Kirby quotes and subsequent apology
                                                                                                                                                                      • Jered Weaver asking to be removed from game
                                                                                                                                                                      • 2023 Bowman Chrome checklist
                                                                                                                                                                        • Print run projections
                                                                                                                                                                        • Masataka Yoshida Color Run SP
                                                                                                                                                                        • Jordan Walker Color Run SP
                                                                                                                                                                        • Adley Rutschman Image Variation SP
                                                                                                                                                                        • Ethan Salas 1st autos
                                                                                                                                                                        • Retrofractors
                                                                                                                                                                      • Players discussed in the Categories segment:
                                                                                                                                                                        
                                                                                                                                                                        • Davis Schneider
                                                                                                                                                                          • Ben Clemens' Fangraphs article on Schneider
                                                                                                                                                                        • Jordan Wicks
                                                                                                                                                                        • Nick Lodolo
                                                                                                                                                                        • Chris...]]>6017baseballfalse110fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-9-football-crossover-cards-surprising-top-50-pitchers--56726169Shohei Ohtani’s stand-in double at the Angels picture day, David Fry outpitching Lucas Giolito, and the hot playoff races. For the kick-off of the NFL season, we review a list of our favorite football-themed baseball cards and chat a bit about the release of 2023 Topps Chrome Sapphire (29:47). Finally, we close out with reviewing seven surprising Top 50 fantasy starting pitchers (1:08:34).
                                                                                                                                                                          
                                                                                                                                                                          You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                                                                          
                                                                                                                                                                          Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                                                                          
                                                                                                                                                                          • Ohtani picture day stand-in
                                                                                                                                                                          • Story on Mike Trout planning to speak with the Angels brass
                                                                                                                                                                          • Lucas Giolito giving up eight runs with three teams
                                                                                                                                                                          • David Fry's relief appearance
                                                                                                                                                                          • Football cross over baseball cards:
                                                                                                                                                                            • 1990 Score #697 Bo Jackson
                                                                                                                                                                            • 1992 Upper Deck #SP3 Deion Sanders
                                                                                                                                                                            • 1992 Upper Deck Baseball Card #597 Mike Jeffcoat
                                                                                                                                                                            • 1995 Upper Deck Collector’s Choice #493 Pat Mahomes (silver signature)
                                                                                                                                                                            • 1998 Topps Chrome #287 Brian Jordan (refractor)
                                                                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                                                                              • Alternative Brian Jordan card: 1998 Topps Gallery #15 Brian Jordan
                                                                                                                                                                            • Tom Brady / Pedro Martinez / Paul Pierce 2003 UD City All Stars Triple Game Used Jersey Card
                                                                                                                                                                            • 2010 Bowman Draft Picks & Prospects - Chrome Prospects #BDPP47 Russell Wilson
                                                                                                                                                                            • 2016 Leaf Babe Ruth Football Sports Crossover Card #26
                                                                                                                                                                            • 2018 Panini Kaboom Tim Tebow
                                                                                                                                                                          • 2023 Topps Chrome Sapphire
                                                                                                                                                                          • Top 100 hitters reviewed (link to the Razzball Top 50 Pitchers - filter by SP):
                                                                                                                                                                            • Justin Steele
                                                                                                                                                                            • Kyle Bradish
                                                                                                                                                                            • Michael Wacha
                                                                                                                                                                            • Bryce Elder
                                                                                                                                                                            • Yusei Kikuchi
                                                                                                                                                                            • Braxton Garrett
                                                                                                                                                                            • Aaron Civale
                                                                                                                                                                          ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56726169Thu, 07 Sep 2023 15:42:52 +0000Mike CouillardIn our ninth episode, we open with discussion on https://razzball.com/player/6602710/Shohei+Ohtani/’s stand-in double at the https://razzball.com/teams/los-angeles-angels/ picture day, David Fry outpitching Lucas Giolito, and the hot playoff races....Shohei Ohtani’s stand-in double at the Angels picture day, David Fry outpitching Lucas Giolito, and the hot playoff races. For the kick-off of the NFL season, we review a list of our favorite football-themed baseball cards and chat a bit about the release of 2023 Topps Chrome Sapphire (29:47). Finally, we close out with reviewing seven surprising Top 50 fantasy starting pitchers (1:08:34).
                                                                                                                                                                          
                                                                                                                                                                          You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                                                                          
                                                                                                                                                                          Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                                                                          
                                                                                                                                                                          • Ohtani picture day stand-in
                                                                                                                                                                          • Story on Mike Trout planning to speak with the Angels brass
                                                                                                                                                                          • Lucas Giolito giving up eight runs with three teams
                                                                                                                                                                          • David Fry's relief appearance
                                                                                                                                                                          • Football cross over baseball cards:
                                                                                                                                                                            • 1990 Score #697 Bo Jackson
                                                                                                                                                                            • 1992 Upper Deck #SP3 Deion Sanders
                                                                                                                                                                            • 1992 Upper Deck Baseball Card #597 Mike Jeffcoat
                                                                                                                                                                            • 1995 Upper Deck Collector’s Choice #493 Pat Mahomes (silver signature)
                                                                                                                                                                            • 1998 Topps Chrome #287 Brian Jordan (refractor)
                                                                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                                                                              • Alternative Brian Jordan card: 1998 Topps Gallery #15 Brian Jordan
                                                                                                                                                                            • Tom Brady / Pedro Martinez / Paul Pierce 2003 UD City All Stars Triple Game Used Jersey Card
                                                                                                                                                                            • 2010 Bowman Draft Picks & Prospects - Chrome Prospects #BDPP47 Russell Wilson
                                                                                                                                                                            • 2016 Leaf Babe Ruth Football Sports Crossover Card #26
                                                                                                                                                                            • 6999baseballfalse19fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-8-new-topps-releases-surprising-top-100-hitters--56650828White Sox shooting and (once again) Julio being Julio. We then talk about three new Topps product releases - 2023 Pristine, 2023 Cosmic Chrome, and 2023 Chrome Logofractor Edition (29:30). Finally, we close out with reviewing six surprising Top 100 fantasy hitters (1:00:09).
                                                                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                                                                              You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                                                                              Subscribe and listen to the pod on Spotify and Apple.Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                                                                              • All of the Angels on waivers
                                                                                                                                                                              • Story on shooting at the White Sox game
                                                                                                                                                                              • Story on denial of the shooting from the victim
                                                                                                                                                                              • New Topps releases:
                                                                                                                                                                                • 2023 Topps Pristine
                                                                                                                                                                                  • Different fronts/backs video from Cheap Fun Breaks
                                                                                                                                                                                  • Oh Snap insert example
                                                                                                                                                                                • 2023 Topps Cosmic Chrome
                                                                                                                                                                                  • Topps Production BB print run information
                                                                                                                                                                                  • 1997 Fleer Metal Universe
                                                                                                                                                                                  • Julio Rodriguez Planetary Pursuit Uranus insert
                                                                                                                                                                                • 2023 Topps Chrome Logofractor Edition
                                                                                                                                                                              • Top 100 hitters reviewed (link to the Razzball Top 100 Hitters):
                                                                                                                                                                                • Lane Thomas
                                                                                                                                                                                • Justin Turner
                                                                                                                                                                                • Josh Lowe
                                                                                                                                                                                • Isaac Paredes
                                                                                                                                                                                • Chas McCormick
                                                                                                                                                                                • Jake Burger
                                                                                                                                                                              ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56650828Thu, 31 Aug 2023 17:19:53 +0000Mike CouillardIn our eighth episode, we open with discussion on Shohei Ohtani's injury and the Angels waiver wire bonanza along with the recent updates on the https://razzball.com/teams/chicago-white-sox/ shooting and (once again) Julio being Julio. We then talk...White Sox shooting and (once again) Julio being Julio. We then talk about three new Topps product releases - 2023 Pristine, 2023 Cosmic Chrome, and 2023 Chrome Logofractor Edition (29:30). Finally, we close out with reviewing six surprising Top 100 fantasy hitters (1:00:09).
                                                                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                                                                              You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                                                                              Subscribe and listen to the pod on Spotify and Apple.Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                                                                              • All of the Angels on waivers
                                                                                                                                                                              • Story on shooting at the White Sox game
                                                                                                                                                                              • Story on denial of the shooting from the victim
                                                                                                                                                                              • New Topps releases:
                                                                                                                                                                                • 2023 Topps Pristine
                                                                                                                                                                                  • Different fronts/backs video from Cheap Fun Breaks
                                                                                                                                                                                  • Oh Snap insert example
                                                                                                                                                                                • 2023 Topps Cosmic Chrome
                                                                                                                                                                                  • Topps Production BB print run information
                                                                                                                                                                                  • 1997 Fleer Metal Universe
                                                                                                                                                                                  • Julio Rodriguez Planetary Pursuit Uranus insert
                                                                                                                                                                                • 2023 Topps Chrome Logofractor Edition
                                                                                                                                                                              • Top 100 hitters reviewed (link to the Razzball Top 100 Hitters):
                                                                                                                                                                                • Lane Thomas
                                                                                                                                                                                • Justin Turner
                                                                                                                                                                                • Josh Lowe
                                                                                                                                                                                • Isaac Paredes
                                                                                                                                                                                • Chas...]]>5718baseballfalse18fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-7-2024-mock-first-round-draft--56578625@cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                                                                                  
                                                                                                                                                                                  Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                                                                                  
                                                                                                                                                                                  • Jerry being Jerry and threatening to move the Sox
                                                                                                                                                                                  • Julio being Julio and setting record for hits in four games
                                                                                                                                                                                  • The players we drafted and with links to our favorite cards:
                                                                                                                                                                                  1. Ronald Acuna Jr (2018 Topps #698 SP, bat down variation)
                                                                                                                                                                                  2. Shohei Ohtani (2018 Bowman Chrome Blue Refractor Kanji auto)
                                                                                                                                                                                  3. Mookie Betts (2014 Topps Update #US-26 red foil parallel)
                                                                                                                                                                                  4. Bobby Witt Jr. (2020 Bowman Chrome Prospect Blue Refractor auto)
                                                                                                                                                                                  5. Freddie Freeman (2007 Bowman Draft Picks & Prospects #BDPP12 gold)
                                                                                                                                                                                  6. Julio Rodriguez (2022 Topps Update #US44 SSP variation)
                                                                                                                                                                                  7. Fernando Tatis Jr. (2016 Bowman Family Tree #FT-T)
                                                                                                                                                                                  8. Kyle Tucker (2019 Topps Stadium Club #SCC-74 chrome parallel)
                                                                                                                                                                                  9. Aaron Judge (2017 Topps Chrome #169 negative refractor)
                                                                                                                                                                                  10. Spencer Strider (2022 Topps #509 SP variation)
                                                                                                                                                                                  11. Corbin Carroll (2019 Bowman Draft Sapphire Edition #BDC-125)
                                                                                                                                                                                  12. Trea Turner (2023 Topps Now #WBC-60B Game-Used Base Relic)
                                                                                                                                                                                  ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56578625Thu, 24 Aug 2023 15:07:53 +0000Mike CouillardIn our seventh episode, we open with discussion on the White Sox front office shake up and Julio being Julio. We then have a mock fantasy draft for the first round of 2024 (15:01) followed by picking our personal favorite cards for each of our draft...@cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                                                                                  
                                                                                                                                                                                  Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                                                                                  
                                                                                                                                                                                  • Jerry being Jerry and threatening to move the Sox
                                                                                                                                                                                  • Julio being Julio and setting record for hits in four games
                                                                                                                                                                                  • The players we drafted and with links to our favorite cards:
                                                                                                                                                                                  1. Ronald Acuna Jr (2018 Topps #698 SP, bat down variation)
                                                                                                                                                                                  2. Shohei Ohtani (2018 Bowman Chrome Blue Refractor Kanji auto)
                                                                                                                                                                                  3. Mookie Betts (2014 Topps Update #US-26 red foil parallel)
                                                                                                                                                                                  4. Bobby Witt Jr. (2020 Bowman Chrome Prospect Blue Refractor auto)
                                                                                                                                                                                  5. Freddie Freeman (2007 Bowman Draft Picks & Prospects #BDPP12 gold)
                                                                                                                                                                                  6. Julio Rodriguez (2022 Topps Update #US44 SSP variation)
                                                                                                                                                                                  7. Fernando Tatis Jr. (2016 Bowman Family Tree #FT-T)
                                                                                                                                                                                  8. Kyle Tucker (2019 Topps Stadium Club #SCC-74 chrome parallel)
                                                                                                                                                                                  9. Aaron Judge (2017 Topps Chrome #169 negative refractor)
                                                                                                                                                                                  10. Spencer Strider (2022 Topps #509 SP variation)
                                                                                                                                                                                  11. Corbin Carroll (2019 Bowman Draft Sapphire Edition #BDC-125)
                                                                                                                                                                                  12. Trea Turner (6010false17fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-6-nl-mvp-race-bowman-chrome-dynasty-value-gainers--56501922
                                                                                                                                                                                      You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.Subscribe and listen to the pod on Spotify and Apple.
                                                                                                                                                                                      Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                                                                                      
                                                                                                                                                                                      
                                                                                                                                                                                      
                                                                                                                                                                                      
                                                                                                                                                                                      
                                                                                                                                                                                      
                                                                                                                                                                                      
                                                                                                                                                                                      • Luke Raley inside-the-park homer
                                                                                                                                                                                      • Luis Medina's mental gaffe
                                                                                                                                                                                      • Javy Baez/Will Craig play from 2021
                                                                                                                                                                                      • Cedric Mullins' incredible day
                                                                                                                                                                                      • 2023 Bowman Chrome
                                                                                                                                                                                      • Babe Ruth and Roberto Clemente "First" Bowmans
                                                                                                                                                                                      • The real Babe Ruth Bowman First
                                                                                                                                                                                      • 2023 Topps Signature Series - Retired Player Edition
                                                                                                                                                                                      • Players discussed in our fantasy overview:
                                                                                                                                                                                        • Joe Ryan
                                                                                                                                                                                        • Zach Eflin
                                                                                                                                                                                          • Coolwhip's Zach Eflin piece
                                                                                                                                                                                        • Hunter Brown
                                                                                                                                                                                        • Yusei Kikuchi
                                                                                                                                                                                          • Michael Baumann's piece on Kikuchi at Fangraphs
                                                                                                                                                                                        • Spencer Torkelson
                                                                                                                                                                                        • Ezequiel Tovar
                                                                                                                                                                                          • Nathaniel Stoltz piece: “Quantifying Age Relative to Level”
                                                                                                                                                                                        • Kerry Carpenter
                                                                                                                                                                                        • Triston Casas
                                                                                                                                                                                      ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56501922Thu, 17 Aug 2023 14:12:59 +0000Mike CouillardIn our sixth episode, we open with discussion on Luke Raley's unlikely homer in Oracle Park, Cedric Mullins' fantastic Sunday in Seattle, and whether we should start stashing other players for the NL MVP Topps Chrome buyback. We also rant on our...
                                                                                                                                                                                      You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.Subscribe and listen to the pod on Spotify and Apple.
                                                                                                                                                                                      Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                                                                                      
                                                                                                                                                                                      
                                                                                                                                                                                      
                                                                                                                                                                                      
                                                                                                                                                                                      
                                                                                                                                                                                      
                                                                                                                                                                                      
                                                                                                                                                                                      • Luke Raley inside-the-park homer
                                                                                                                                                                                      • Luis Medina's mental gaffe
                                                                                                                                                                                      • Javy Baez/Will Craig play from 2021
                                                                                                                                                                                      • Cedric Mullins' incredible day
                                                                                                                                                                                      • 2023 Bowman Chrome
                                                                                                                                                                                      • Babe Ruth and Roberto Clemente "First" Bowmans
                                                                                                                                                                                      • The real Babe Ruth Bowman First
                                                                                                                                                                                      • 2023 Topps Signature Series - Retired Player Edition
                                                                                                                                                                                      • Players discussed in our fantasy overview:
                                                                                                                                                                                        • Joe Ryan
                                                                                                                                                                                        • Zach Eflin
                                                                                                                                                                                          • Coolwhip's Zach Eflin piece
                                                                                                                                                                                        • Hunter Brown
                                                                                                                                                                                        • Yusei Kikuchi
                                                                                                                                                                                          • Michael Baumann's piece on Kikuchi at Fangraphs
                                                                                                                                                                                        • Spencer Torkelson
                                                                                                                                                                                        • Ezequiel Tovar
                                                                                                                                                                                          • Nathaniel Stoltz piece: “Quantifying Age Relative to Level”
                                                                                                                                                                                        • Kerry Carpenter
                                                                                                                                                                                        • Triston Casas
                                                                                                                                                                                      ]]>5647baseball,fantasyfalse16fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-5-flailing-franchises-topps-chrome-platinum-anniversary-prospect-bats--56423890
                                                                                                                                                                                      You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                                                                                      
                                                                                                                                                                                      Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                                                                                      
                                                                                                                                                                                      • Kenyan Middleton's comments on the White Sox culture
                                                                                                                                                                                      • Meg Rowley's perfect tweet about the Orioles
                                                                                                                                                                                      • Julio Rodriguez's fake out robbery of Fernando Tatis Jr.
                                                                                                                                                                                      • Julio's catch earlier in the season against the Orioles
                                                                                                                                                                                      • 2022 Topps Chrome Platinum Anniversary checklist
                                                                                                                                                                                      • Toile parallel autos from Platinum Anniversary
                                                                                                                                                                                      • Players discussed in our fantasy/cards overview:
                                                                                                                                                                                        • Masyn Winn
                                                                                                                                                                                          • Winn's 2020 Bowman Draft Chrome 1st
                                                                                                                                                                                        • Xavier Edwards
                                                                                                                                                                                          • Edwards' 2020 Bowman Chrome Prospects 1st Auto
                                                                                                                                                                                        • Pete Crow-Armstrong
                                                                                                                                                                                          • PCA's 2020 Bowman Draft Chrome 1st
                                                                                                                                                                                        • Heston Kjerstad
                                                                                                                                                                                          • Kjerstad's 2020 Bowman Draft Chrome 1st Auto
                                                                                                                                                                                        • Colt Keith
                                                                                                                                                                                          • Keith's 2020 Bowman Draft Chrome 1st
                                                                                                                                                                                        • Ronny Mauricio
                                                                                                                                                                                          • Mauricio's 2019 Bowman Chrome Prospects 1st Auto
                                                                                                                                                                                      ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56423890Thu, 10 Aug 2023 15:34:17 +0000Mike CouillardIn our fifth episode, we open with discussion on the messes in the White Sox clubhouse and Orioles broadcast booth along with Julio Rodriguez's rise to stardom. We also cover the latest card release - 2022 Topps Chrome Platinum Anniversary. Then we...
                                                                                                                                                                                      You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.
                                                                                                                                                                                      
                                                                                                                                                                                      Links to things discussed in the pod:
                                                                                                                                                                                      
                                                                                                                                                                                      • Kenyan Middleton's comments on the White Sox culture
                                                                                                                                                                                      • Meg Rowley's perfect tweet about the Orioles
                                                                                                                                                                                      • Julio Rodriguez's fake out robbery of Fernando Tatis Jr.
                                                                                                                                                                                      • Julio's catch earlier in the season against the Orioles
                                                                                                                                                                                      • 2022 Topps Chrome Platinum Anniversary checklist
                                                                                                                                                                                      • Toile parallel autos from Platinum Anniversary
                                                                                                                                                                                      • Players discussed in our fantasy/cards overview:
                                                                                                                                                                                        • Masyn Winn
                                                                                                                                                                                          • Winn's 2020 Bowman Draft Chrome 1st
                                                                                                                                                                                        • Xavier Edwards
                                                                                                                                                                                          • Edwards' 2020 Bowman Chrome Prospects 1st Auto
                                                                                                                                                                                        • Pete Crow-Armstrong
                                                                                                                                                                                          • PCA's 2020 Bowman Draft Chrome 1st
                                                                                                                                                                                        • Heston Kjerstad
                                                                                                                                                                                          • Kjerstad's 2020 Bowman Draft Chrome 1st Auto
                                                                                                                                                                                        • Colt Keith
                                                                                                                                                                                          • Keith's 2020 Bowman Draft Chrome 1st
                                                                                                                                                                                        • Ronny...]]>4596false15fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-4-deadline-deadline-deadline--563957255bf96a9a-31ac-11ee-8223-4ff3b7f80751Thu, 03 Aug 2023 03:24:43 +0000Mike CouillardMike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer have launched a pod, Cards & Categories, to discuss baseball from card collecting and fantasy angles! In our fourth episode, we open with discussion on the trade deadline results. Then we talk about how to store...6788false14fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-3-cy-young-reliever-card-show-strategies-deadline-fades--5639572913f4645c-2c84-11ee-9791-ab679c545cf9Thu, 27 Jul 2023 13:52:00 +0000Mike CouillardIn our third episode, we open with discussion on Felix Bautista's Cy Young chances, 2023 Topps Chrome tacofractors, and the Braves' triple play against the Red Sox. Then we talk about our favorite card show strategies in anticipation of this weekend's...4490false13fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-2-ohtani-s-greatness-2023-topps-chrome-deadline-pickups--563957272324d5e4-2647-11ee-9f28-27d218fb9678Wed, 19 Jul 2023 15:13:00 +0000Mike CouillardIn our second episode, we open with fawning over Shoehei Ohtani and comparing his bat flip to Max Kepler's bat kick. Then we overview Topps Chrome 2023 (13:47), slated to be released on July 26. Lastly, we close out by analyzing our favorite players...4515false12fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-1-all-stars-favorite-sets-pitching-prospects--56395731c20699ec-218b-11ee-b5af-b3f51d9f9554Thu, 13 Jul 2023 15:03:35 +0000Mike CouillardMike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer have launched a new pod, Cards & Categories, to discuss baseball from card collecting and fantasy angles! In this first episode, we cover our thoughts on the exciting 2023 All-Star Game from Seattle including the...4913false11full