In this episode of Toast Sports Baseball, we break down the biggest storylines across Major League Baseball. The Brewers’ incredible 14-game winning streak comes to an end, sparking questions about their staying power. We dive into the Cubs’ struggles and fan frustration while spotlighting Kyle Tucker’s cold streak. The Phillies face major concerns after Zack Wheeler’s injury, leaving their rotation in jeopardy.

We also highlight the highly anticipated debut of Orioles prospect Sam Basallo, examine the Dodgers’ dominance in the NL West, and analyze why the Rangers’ playoff hopes are slipping away. Later, we debate pitching legends Pedro Martínez, CC Sabathia, and Gerrit Cole in "Buttered, Plain, or Burnt", give a full look at the MLB standings and Wild Card race, and share updated fantasy baseball strategies.

The show wraps up with bold predictions, injury updates, and a Hot or Not segment on standout player performances—all while previewing the must-watch series that could shape the playoff picture.

Chapters

00:00 Brewers’ Historic Streak Ends
02:44 Cubs’ Struggles and Fan Reactions
05:48 The Rise of Sam Basallo
08:43 Phillies’ Rotation Concerns
11:43 Zack Wheeler’s Injury and Its Impact
40:00 Assessing Pitcher Performance: Nola and Wheeler
42:34 Dodgers’ Dominance: A Statement Series
50:44 Rangers’ Struggles: Playoff Chances Dwindling
56:59 Midweek Matchups: Key Series to Watch
59:57 Pitching Legends: Pedro, CC, and Gerrit Cole
01:11:21 Pedro Martínez: The Intimidating Ace
01:13:01 Current Standings and Playoff Outlook
01:16:29 Predictions and Surprises from Last Week
01:19:31 Fantasy Baseball Insights and Strategies
01:24:20 Injury Updates and Their Impact
01:28:27 Hot Players and Performance Trends
01:34:54 Upcoming Series to Watch and Predictions

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In Episode 21 of Toast Sports Baseball, we break down the biggest MLB storylines of the week — from the playoff pressure mounting on both New York teams to Pete Alonso’s new Mets home run record. We dive into the Guardians’ stunning AL Central comeback push, the Brewers’ rare second 10-game win streak of the season, and what history says about their chances. Then, we rank three of the most dominant closers in baseball history — Billy Wagner, Craig Kimbrel, and Aroldis Chapman — comparing stats, dominance, and the art of shutting the door. Plus, we cover the latest MLB standings, playoff outlooks, key fantasy baseball trades, injury updates, and the must-watch weekend series.

Chapters
00:00 New York Teams in Jeopardy
12:16 Pete Alonso's Historic Home Run Record
21:17 Cleveland Guardians' Remarkable Comeback
27:14 Brewers' Historic Winning Streak
32:09 Brewers' Playoff Prospects & Small Ball Strategy
38:44 The Importance of Power Hitting in Playoffs
44:46 Analyzing Legendary Closers: Buttered, Plain, or Burnt?
59:30 Current MLB Standings & Brewers' Dominance
59:38 Current MLB Standings & Team Performances
01:03:13 AL Wild Card Predictions & Analysis
01:04:11 NL Wild Card Overview & Surprises
01:05:25 Weekly Predictions Recap
01:07:46 Fantasy Baseball Trades & Strategies
01:10:30 Injury Updates & Player Performances
01:21:08 Upcoming Series Matchups & Predictions

In this episode, we break down the biggest storylines from the 2025 MLB Trade Deadline, including the Padres’ aggressive moves, the Cubs’ frustrating inaction, and the Yankees falling short of expectations.

We dive into:

• The Mariners’ trade success and how they’ve reshaped their playoff hopes

• The Marlins’ red-hot run—are they legit contenders after winning 30 of their last 44?

• Why the Cubs are one of the most infuriating franchises in baseball right now

• The Phillies’ postseason outlook and Kyle Schwarber’s MVP-level tear

• Boston locking in Roman Anthony for 8 years, $130M—is it the next great core piece?

• Injuries shaking up the playoff picture and how teams are adjusting

Plus:

• A debate on the greatest DH of all time: David Ortiz vs. Frank Thomas vs. Edgar Martinez

• Predictions for the biggest weekend series and key player matchups

⚾️ Trades, MVP talk, playoff races, and legacy debates—this episode covers it all.

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