In Episode 7 of Toast Sports Baseball, AJ and Joe break down the juiciest MLB headlines of the week:
Roki Sasaki’s contract details leak, revealing his demand for eight luxury Japanese smart toilets — and he’s already pitching like a Cy Young contender for the Dodgers.
Riley Greene’s monster week, including a ultra rare two-homer ninth inning, has him breaking out as one of the AL’s most dangerous hitters.
Nolan Arenado’s name is everywhere in trade rumors — could the Yankees or Dodgers land him and shake up the postseason race?
Mike Trout heads back to the IL — are we watching the final stretch of his superstar run?
Cade Horton is rising fast in the Cubs system, and his electric stuff could give Chicago a huge boost as Shōta Imanaga recovers.

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Time Stamps

00:00 Injury Impacts and Lineup Changes
05:14 Contractual Quirks in Baseball
10:06 Trade Rumors and Player Movements
15:11 Emerging Talents and Team Dynamics
20:06 Free Agent Signings and Their Impact
25:05 Current Standings and Team Performances
30:04 Rangers' Struggles and Future Outlook
31:04 Optimism Amidst Challenges
32:02 National League Dynamics
33:13 Central Division Showdown
35:21 AL West: A Competitive Landscape
37:00 Series Predictions Recap
39:32 Fantasy Baseball Insights
41:18 Who's Hot and Who's Not
48:22 Buy Low, Sell High Strategies
52:58 Weekend Series Predictions

Shohei Ohtani’s pitching future sparked debate this week after a respected coach suggested he should give up the mound for good. The Rockies are putting together one of the worst starts in MLB history, and Jarren Duran nearly came to blows with a fan after an awful comment from the stands. AJ and Joe break down a wild week around the league — from historic individual performances to serious clubhouse questions.

⏱️ Timestamps
00:00 – Rockies’ historically awful start (4–24)
03:10 – Padres get swept at home, Rays dominate
06:05 – Eugenio Suarez hits 4 homers in a loss
09:10 – Brandon Nimmo’s breakout performance
12:22 – Devin Williams removed from closer role
15:17 – Altuve speaks up, Astros underperform
18:10 – Jarren Duran held back from fighting fan
21:10 – Dodgers rotation injuries mounting
24:11 – Ohtani’s pitching future in serious doubt
26:59 – Current standings + biggest surprises
38:49 – Division predictions & early playoff outlook
42:50 – Orioles in trouble despite new ownership
50:34 – Fantasy baseball risers, fallers, pickups
56:15 – Who’s hot and who’s not this week
01:03:32 – Fantasy matchup recap & series to watchTap follow, drop a 5⭐ rating if you’re riding with us, and catch all the chaos weekly each Wednesday!!

Luis Arraez gets carted off, Jazz Chisholm gets suspended, and Ronald Acuña Jr. throws shade at his own team — and that’s just the start. In this episode of Toast Sports Baseball, AJ and Joe dive into the week’s biggest headlines, from Devin Williams’ brutal stretch to Tyler Soderstrom’s breakout, plus a heated debate around first base safety. We’ve got fantasy insights, player trends, and everything you need to know heading into the weekend.

🎧 Timestamps
00:00 – Weekly Highlights & Intro
00:27 – Arraez Injury Scare & First Base Safety
04:42 – Rule Changes & Record MLB Attendance
08:01 – Tyler Soderstrom’s Breakout
13:18 – Devin Williams Meltdown Continues
18:21 – Liam Hendriks' Return
19:30 – Jazz Chisholm's Suspension & Social Drama
23:15 – Acuña Jr. Calls Out the Braves
29:37 – Braves’ Injury Concerns & Team Tension
32:01 – League Standings & Playoff Outlook
35:05 – Surprising Hitters & Fantasy Risers
39:28 – Pitching Trends to Watch
43:36 – Recap of Series Predictions
46:45 – Fantasy Baseball Stock Watch
53:00 – Weekend Matchups & Final Takes

In this episode of Toast Sports Baseball, AJ and Joe break down the latest MLB headlines — from Justin Steele’s season-ending injury and how the Cubs might adjust, to the Padres staying perfect at home and Aaron Judge being named WBC captain. They dive into Garrett Crochet’s Cy Young-worthy start, Spencer Strider’s return, and a historic battery of No. 1 picks. The guys also assess early division races, highlight the Cubs’ strong start, and dig into what's going wrong for the Red Sox. Plus, fantasy standouts and weekend matchups to watch.

00:00: Cubs' Challenges: Justin Steele's Injury Impact

05:08: Padres' Dominance: Unbeatable at Home

09:29: World Baseball Classic 2026: Aaron Judge as Captain

10:27: Historic Milestone: Number One Picks on the Same Team

11:45: Garrett Crochet: AL's Best Pitcher Contender

14:38: Spencer Strider's Return: Braves' Ace Back

17:05: AL East Standings: A Competitive Landscape

21:31: AL Central: Tigers' Rise and Competitive Balance

24:31: AL West: Angels' Surprising Start

28:12: Analyzing Team Performances and Run Differentials

31:02: NL West: Dominance and Surprises

34:49: NL Central: Unexpected Contenders

40:51: NL East: Mets vs. Phillies Showdown

45:11: Red Sox Struggles and Future Outlook

51:03: Cubs: A Promising Start with Concerns Ahead

56:45: Cubs' Management and Fan Frustration

59:50: Recent Series Recap and Predictions

01:03:04: Fantasy Baseball Insights and Player Performances

01:18:10: Upcoming Matchups and PredictionsStay Toasty!!

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

AJ and Joe dive into a chaotic Opening Weekend across MLB—Yankees launch 15 homers, Roki Sasaki gets emotional in his debut, the Padres look scary, and fantasy teams are already on tilt. Plus, Profar’s suspension, Devers’ brutal start, and side bets that could get embarrassing real fast.

00:00 Opening Weekend Recap: Yankees and Their Power Surge

03:03 Mackenzie Gore's Stellar Debut: A New Ace in D.C.

06:13 Marlins' Walk-Off Magic: Luck or Skill?

09:22 Cardinals' Surprising Sweep: A Statement Series

12:11 Roki Sasaki's Emotional Debut: The Pressure of the Big Leagues

15:09 Aaron Judge's Explosive Start: MVP Favorite?

18:14 Jacob deGrom's Return: A New Approach to Pitching

21:10 Rangers' Pitching Depth: A Force to Be Reckoned With

24:10 Padres' Historic Start: Contenders in the NL?

26:56 Merrill's Contract and Future Potential

28:50 Disappointment with MLB.TV on Opening Day

32:03 Atlanta Braves' Slow Start and Player Performance

36:47 Profar's Suspension Impact

40:34 Freddie Freeman's Injury

41:45 Torpedo Bats: A New Trend in MLB?

47:41 Rafael Devers' Struggles and Red Sox Prospects

51:04 Red Sox Building a Potential Dynasty

54:24 Building a Competitive Core

57:13 Offseason Strategies and Player Trades

01:01:51 Fantasy Baseball Insights: Who's Hot and Who's Not

01:05:23 Waiver Wire Picks and Emerging Talent

01:09:53 Predictions for the Season Ahead

01:13:07 Upcoming Series Matchups and Predictions