Long Gone

On this week’s episode of Long Gone, the boys break down the Mets’ stunning tailspin that led to the firing of Carlos Mendoza, debating whether the club was doomed from the start with the hire and if Mendoza was simply in over his head.They then take a look back at the last decade of the MLB Draft, focusing on the highs and lows of No. 1 overall picks. From the disappointing 2016 draft to the loaded 2019 class, the boys have some fun redrafting the top selections with the benefit of hindsight.This week’s game is Stat Line Roulette, where the boys try to identify players based solely on their stat lines. Who comes out on top?They round out the show with Fantasy Factory and Collection Corner.

On this week’s episode of Long Gone, the boys tip their caps to the 2026 College World Series champion Oklahoma Sooners, discussing whether the program has what it takes to repeat next season and examining the future of the roster through incoming recruits and talk about this year’s draft prospects from the squad.In the spirit of Father’s Day, the boys celebrate some of the greatest father-son duos in baseball history, which somehow leads them into what they’re calling “Lollipop-Gate.” They debate whether Jazz Chisholm was in the wrong for sucking on a lollipop while playing Monday and whether baseball still takes itself too seriously.This week’s game has the boys tackling a viral challenge as they each attempt to build a 162-0 baseball team using players from every era of the game. Which roster would dominate the most?They round out the show with Fantasy Factory and Collection Corner.

On this week’s episode of Long Gone, the boys discuss the early All-Star voting ballots and numbers and the often-ridiculous nature of the process, debating whether fans and media should rethink how baseball’s biggest stars earn their spots.With trade deadline chatter heating up, the boys also rattle off the names they believe should be completely off limits in trade talks.They then dive into Spencer Strider’s latest injury, comparing his career arc to Jack Flaherty’s and discussing how injuries have reshaped both pitchers. Is this the beginning of the end for either? And has Atlanta’s reputation for continuously developing elite pitching started to slip?The boys also play a game of temperature checks, each selecting four teams and deciding whether their fan bases should be “Concerned,” “Panicked,” or have “No Worries” now that there’s a better picture of who these clubs truly are.They round out the show with Fantasy Factory and Collection Corner, where Market Movers’ Nick Green joins the Hobby Huddle to discuss the latest hobby trends and what’s new in the Market Movers world.

On this week’s episode of Long Gone, the boys discuss Tarik Skubal’s return from injury, including S-Man’s visit to West Michigan's ballpark to watch the Tigers ace make his rehab start with the Whitecaps. They break down what Skubal looked like on the mound and what his return means for Detroit moving forward.With the trade deadline rapidly approaching, the boys also debate which teams should buy, sell, or stand pat, examining the biggest decisions facing contenders and pretenders across baseball.Tired of hearing about the “Hall of Really Good,” the boys settle the debate their own way by drafting a starting squad of players who were great enough to be remembered—but not quite Hall of Fame worthy. Which roster comes out on top?They round out the show with Fantasy Factory and Collection Corner.

On this week’s episode of Long Gone, the boys turn their attention to college baseball, previewing the upcoming College World Series, highlighting some of the top draft prospects set to take the field, and making their picks for who will be crowned National Champion.They then shift gears for a vent session on AJ Hinch, debating whether the Tigers manager’s increasingly head-scratching analytical decisions could put his long-term future in Detroit into question.Following that, the boys bring back the Forgotten Series, this time spotlighting former MLB star Shawn Green. From his rise as a five-tool talent and one of baseball’s smartest players to his success as a proud Jewish athlete and his life after baseball, the boys take a deep dive into Green’s underrated career from start to finish.They round out the show with Fantasy Factory and Collection Corner.

On this week’s episode of Long Gone, the boys debate who the better pitcher is right now between Pittsburgh’s Paul Skenes and Milwaukee’s Jacob Misiorowski, as both young flamethrowers continue to take the league by storm. They also discuss Kyle Schwarber’s chase for home run history, questioning whether he could threaten the marks set by Aaron Judge or even Barry Bonds, or if he’ll fall short the way Cal Raleigh did last season.The boys then dive into the Cubs’ brutal 9-game losing streak, debating whether Chicago’s hot start was fool’s gold and if the club is beginning to show it may not be built to win the NL Central after all.With Memorial Day week marking the unofficial quarter point of the season, the boys hand out their quarter-season awards, including MVP, Cy Young, Rookie of the Year, and Manager of the Year, while comparing the results to their preseason predictions.They round out the show with Fantasy Factory and Collection Corner where they talk with Nick Green over at Market Movers about the latest trends in cards!

On this week’s episode of Long Gone, the boys dive into Rivalry Week, breaking down the matchups carrying over into this week and discussing what’s truly on the line as tensions rise across baseball.They also play a round of “Who Said It?”, trying to guess which baseball personalities would have delivered a series of fake quotes created for the game.Later, former MLB player and manager Clint Hurdle joins the show to share stories from his career, including leading the Rockies to their first World Series in 2007 during “Rocktober” and helping revive the Pirates franchise in the 2010s.The boys round out the show with Fantasy Factory and Collection Corner.

On this week’s episode of Long Gone, the boys break down why the American League appears weaker than the National League this season and discuss the growing contrast between the two leagues. They also take a closer look at several major free agent signings that haven’t paid off thus far and what could still change moving forward.The boys then play a game where they each select five teammate duos making the biggest impact this season--highlighting the combinations' driving success around the league.Later, award-winning author and filmmaker Brian Biegel joins the show to discuss his book and film centered around one of baseball’s greatest treasures—Bobby Thomson’s iconic 1951 “Shot Heard ’Round the World” baseball and the remarkable story behind its discovery.The boys round out the show with Fantasy Factory and Collection Corner.

On this week’s episode of Long Gone, the boys break down how the Tigers’ season has been rocked by injuries, with Tarik Skubal’s setback leading the way, and debate what it means for his future—and whether Scott Harris looks like a genius for not extending him.They also react to CC Sabathia and Dave Parker being added to the Brewers Wall of Honor, questioning the decision given their limited time with the club.With the season underway, the boys each pick their three most surprising teams and three most disappointing teams so far, explaining what’s real and what’s not.Later, they’re joined by TikTok sensation Pat Kellner (The Craftsman), who shares insight into the art of refurbishing baseball gloves and preserving a nearly forgotten craft.The boys round out the show with Fantasy Factory and Collection Corner.