Episodes

  • Green Bay Packers Owner Scott Servais (also played baseball and managed a bit!)
    Sep 4 2025

    The GMs welcome former MLB and Team USA catcher and former Seattle Mariners manager Scott Servais, for a candid and wide-ranging conversation. Scott reflects on his unconventional path to the big leagues, breaks down his managerial philosophy across the grind of a full season, discusses his current role with the Padres, and weighs the balance between advanced analytics and gut instinct. Plus, he shares stories from a lifetime of loyalty to the Green Bay Packers.

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    1 hr and 10 mins
  • Special Episode - Micah Parson's Trade Reaction
    Aug 30 2025

    Thad and Tom highlight a special episode centered around the big NFL news of the Micah Parson's trade from Dallas to Green Bay. The GM's are joined by Dallas radio personality Jeff "Skin" Wade to not only discuss the trade and to also gauge the reaction of the Dallas fan base to the explosive news.

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    34 mins
  • The Cut Goes Both Ways
    Aug 28 2025

    Former NFL GM Tom Telesco joins Ryan and Thad to break down the 53-man roster cutdown process, the toughest part of releasing players, and the guys swap swap candid stories about what it’s like when the tables turn, getting cut themselves from their GM roles.

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    1 hr and 18 mins
  • The GM Playbook with Tom Telesco
    Aug 21 2025

    Ryan is back! Thad and Ryan kick things off by breaking down why NBA franchises are valued higher than MLB clubs, from global reach to media rights. Then they welcome Los Angeles Chargers GM Tom Telesco for a wide-ranging roundtable on what it takes to run a front office in three different leagues.

    From his Bill Polian mentorship and the Colts–Patriots rivalry to modern ownership dynamics and risk analysis, Tom shares lessons that translate across all sports. Thad and Ryan close with their take on the MLB trade deadline winners.

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    1 hr and 19 mins
  • Weird Stuff Happens in Fresno with Jeff Passan
    Aug 7 2025

    Thad and Jon sit down with ESPN’s premier baseball insider Jeff Passan for an in-depth conversation about his journey from a local reporter in Fresno to one of the most trusted voices in the game. Jeff opens up about his rise through Yahoo Sports, the art and ethics of breaking news, building sources, and the importance of integrity in journalism.

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    1 hr and 17 mins
  • The South Side Blueprint with Rick Hahn
    Jul 31 2025

    In this candid conversation, former Chicago White Sox General Manager Rick Hahn joins Rosters to Rings hosts Thad Levine and J.D. Daniels to reflect on his eventful tenure on the South Side. From navigating rebuilds and high-stakes trades to managing Jerry Reinsdorf's expectations in one of baseball’s most passionate markets, Hahn shares the inside stories behind the deals, the clubhouse culture, and the moments that defined his career with the team.

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    1 hr and 35 mins
  • Communication and Championship Culture with Michael Young
    Jul 24 2025

    Thad is joined by former Texas Ranger GM Jon Daniels who is stepping in while Ryan is away. Thad and Jon welcome Texas Ranger legend Michael Young to the show who shares an amazing story of the balance of what a player has to consider for himself vs the needs of his team. Also Jon tells his story of becoming an MLB GM at the age of 28.

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    1 hr and 19 mins
  • Draft Day to All Star - Torii Hunter
    Jul 17 2025

    MLB great Torii Hunter joins the show to discuss his story of how he found baseball, was drafted, and then his unique journey from the minor leagues to MLB stardom, using adversity to fuel his dreams. Thad and Ryan also discuss the highlights from the MLB Draft and NBA Summer Camp updates.

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    1 hr and 6 mins