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259 | Spring Training begins! Soto & Spencer Slam, Bullpen trust Tree & Soto extension talks!

259 | Spring Training begins! Soto & Spencer Slam, Bullpen trust Tree & Soto extension talks!

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In this episode the boys discuss...

  • Spencer Jones has impressed with his performance in minor league baseball.
  • The chemistry between Juan Soto and Aaron Judge is a positive sign for the Yankees.
  • Re-signing Juan Soto should be a priority for the Yankees.
  • The Yankees' outfield depth is a good problem to have.
  • The stability of the Yankees' roster is a welcome change.
  • Luis Gil has shown promise in his performance.
  • Predictions for the upcoming season's bullpen are made. The addition of players like Verdugo and Stroman brings a new feel to the team and a welcome shake-up.
  • Unleashing Aaron Judge's emotions and allowing players to play looser could lead to better performance.
  • Possible expansion cities include Nashville, Charlotte, Oklahoma City, and New Orleans.
  • The uncertainty of Juan Soto's contract situation adds to the all-in mentality of the team.
  • The conversation highlights the excitement and potential of an all-in year for the Yankees.


Time Stamps:

00:00 Introduction and Minor League Baseball

01:01 The Yankees' Chemistry

03:03 Juan Soto and Potential Contract Extension

04:26 The Yankees' Outfield Depth

06:20 The Importance of Re-signing Juan Soto

07:37 Juan Soto's Age and Accomplishments

09:30 The Stability of the Yankees' Roster

10:26 Aaron Hicks and Catcher Platoon

13:08 Luis Gil's Performance

15:30 Bullpen Predictions

19:35 The Strength of the Bullpen

20:28 Trent Grisham as a Solid Outfielder

22:21 The Impact of Bench Players

23:34 Finding Diamonds in the Rough in the Bullpen

24:00 The Uncertainty of Blake Snell's Signing

25:02 The Possibility of Another Move

26:35 The Excitement for Anthony Volpe

31:52 The Impact of Alex Verdugo

36:00 The New Feel of the Team

37:14 A Different Approach

38:17 Adding Swagger and Excitement

40:19 Expansion Teams and Potential Cities

42:19 The Uncertainty of Juan Soto

43:26 The Excitement of an All-In Year

44:24 The Potential of Expansion Drafts

46:29 Possible Expansion Cities


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