In this episode of Toast Sports Baseball, hosts AJ and Joe break down the latest headlines across Major League Baseball.

They kick things off with Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s historic $500 million contract and dive into the ongoing controversy around torpedo bats. The duo also discusses growing concerns about the Dodgers’ aging pitching staff.

Next, they spotlight standout performances across the league—Wilyer Abreu’s hot start, Rafael Devers’ bounce-back, and the St. Louis Cardinals setting a new hits record. AJ and Joe then shift focus to the Cincinnati Reds and the breakout potential of Hunter Greene.

The conversation turns to the National League, highlighting the competitive tension between the Padres and Dodgers, the Braves’ surprising struggles, and the Mets’ upside. In the American League, they examine the unexpected success of the Tigers and Blue Jays.

Wrapping up, the hosts revisit past series predictions, offer fresh fantasy baseball insights—including risers and fallers—and preview upcoming matchups, featuring can't-miss pitching duels and key storylines to watch.

Chapters

00:00 Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s Historic Contract

03:09 The Impact of Torpedo Bats on Baseball

06:07 Dodgers' Aging Pitching Staff Concerns

09:08 Wilyer Abreu's Stellar Start to the Season

11:58 Rafael Devers' Comeback from a Rough Start

14:59 The St. Louis Cardinals' Record-Breaking Hits

17:52 Cincinnati Reds' Potential with Hunter Green

37:19 The Padres vs. Dodgers Rivalry

41:13 The National League East Dynamics

44:56 AL Divisional Leaders and Surprises

50:13 Recapping Series Predictions

54:25 Fantasy Baseball Insights

01:02:02 Upcoming Series to Watch