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The Giants Need to Make a Move
The San Francisco Giants are in trouble — and the questions are starting to pile up around Buster Posey's front office tenure. In this segment, the guys break down the growing concern around Posey's bold but backfiring moves: the Rafael Devers trade, the Willy Adames signing, the Matt Chapman extension, and now the surprise Patrick Bailey trade to Cleveland. Is this a team that knows what it's doing — or one spinning out of control less than a year into a new regime? Ken Rosenthal called it "subtraction by addition," and it's hard to argue with that right now. The Giants rank among the worst offenses in baseball — fewest home runs, fewest walks, and a historically low walk rate. Devers is finally waking up in May, Willy Adames is creeping back above .200, but the roster construction still doesn't make sense. And then there's Bryce Eldridge — a top prospect called up to the big club and barely getting any at-bats. If you bring him up, you have to play him. The hosts lay it all out — and argue the Giants have two realistic options right now: move Jung Ho Lee back to center and make Casey Schmidt the right fielder, or trade Matt Chapman to clear the logjam. Otherwise, the front office is just spinning its wheels while wasting a prospect's development time. Topics discussed include: Buster Posey's front office moves — bold or reckless? The Devers, Adames, and Chapman contracts — stuck or salvageable? Patrick Bailey traded to Cleveland — what does it mean for Giants catching? Bryce Eldridge called up but barely playing — a development disaster? Jung Ho Lee, Casey Schmidt, and the Giants' roster crunch Ken Rosenthal's "subtraction by addition" take on San Francisco Do you think Buster Posey is the right guy to run this team — or is this thing already going off the rails? Drop your take in the comments. 0:00 – Buster Posey's Front Office Under Fire 1:43 – Devers and Adames Contracts: Backtracking Already? 3:54 – Bryce Eldridge Called Up But Barely Playing 6:47 – Ken Rosenthal: "Subtraction By Addition" 19:08 – Patrick Bailey Trade & Giants' Catching Future Download the Audacy app to never miss any of your favorite 957 The Game content: https://go.audacy.com/y-listen-live-957thegame Listen live: https://www.audacy.com/957thegame/listen Visit our website: https://www.957thegame.com Subscribe on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/957thegame Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/957thegame Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/957thegame Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/957thegame/ Join our Newsletter: https://www.audacy.com/957thegame/join-our-clubs/mvp-club
Pat Riley built the Miami Heat. Is he the one holding them back?
Pat Riley has been running the Miami Heat for 31 years. 9 championship rings. One of the greatest executives in NBA history. So why have the Miami Heat missed the playoffs, lost in the play-in, and watched their best player Bam Adebayo waste away without a co-star for four straight years? We break down the Jimmy Butler fallout, the failed pursuit of Kevin Durant, Damian Lillard, and Donovan Mitchell, the Giannis Antetokounmpo chase, and what Pat Riley's end of season press conference really revealed about the future of this franchise. Is Riley the solution — or the problem? #MiamiHeat #PatRiley #NBA #Giannis #BamAdebayo #JimmyButler #NBAOffseason #HeatNation #NBA2026 #BasketballAnalysis
Did you know? NBA Timberwolves playoff fact! #nba #didyouknow #timberwolves #basketballtrivia
The Minnesota Timberwolves have made the playoffs only eleven times since their 1989 founding, making them one of the most historically unsuccessful franchises in NBA history. For twenty years, from 2004 to 2024, the Timberwolves failed to win a single playoff series despite talented rosters featuring Kevin Love, Andrew Wiggins, and Karl-Anthony Towns. Anthony Edwards changed everything in 2020, and in 2024 the Timberwolves not only ended their drought but eliminated the defending champion Denver Nuggets and Nikola Jokic in the second round. This is the story of one of the longest playoff droughts in NBA history and the team that finally broke it. 00:00 - Playoff History Facts 00:11 - The 20-Year Drought 00:29 - Historical Context 00:41 - Wasted Talent Era 01:15 - Anthony Edwards Era 01:36 - Breaking the Drought 02:02 - What's Next #Timberwolves #NBA #AnthonyEdwards #NBAPlayoffs
Where Have We Seen This Before?
The window isn't just closing—it's being nailed shut by the same type of management that nearly wasted Connor McDavid’s first five years in the league. For a long time, we thought the days of the 'Chiarelli Era' were a dark, distant memory, but after a stunning first-round exit at the hands of the Anaheim Ducks, the reality is setting in: we might be living through Peter Chiarelli 2.0. In today's video. We take a trip down memory lane to revisit some of the worst moves Peter Chiarelli made and compare them to the Oilers current GM Stan Bowman and some of the moves he has recently made... Who set this team back more? Drop a comment as I read and interact with every single one. Thanks for all the continued support. #oilers #nhl #oilershockey #oilersnews #oiler #connormcdavid #mcdavid #edmontonoilers #edmonton #edmontonhockey #yeg #yegedmonton #yegsports #nhl #nhlplayer #nhlplayoffs #nhlpredictions #nhlhockey #nhlpicks #nhlshorts #hockey #hockeyplayer #hockeyteams
Mets Desperate For Offense
The New York Mets offense struggles to show up a Sign up for PrizePicks with code: HMA and get $50 in lineups instantly when you play your first $5+ lineup! PrizePicks Become a member of our exclusive Mets community and have your voice heard during our live shows! Join The Channel Membership The Mets are desperate for offense right now, and the problems continue to pile up as the lineup once again failed to capitalize on opportunities against Arizona. We discuss what’s going wrong offensively, whether changes could be coming, and how long the Mets can continue wasting quality pitching performances before something has to give. Topics covered in this video: New York Mets news and rumors Mets vs Diamondbacks recap Clay Holmes dominant start wasted Mets offense struggles continue Mets lineup problems David Stearns criticism Mets hitting concerns MLB news and analysis Mets postgame reaction Francisco Lindor and Pete Alonso updates Mets playoff concerns NL East standings and reactions Mets highlights and breakdowns Latest Mets talk and reactions If you’re a diehard Mets fan looking for daily Mets news, Mets rumors, postgame reactions, live streams, trade rumors, and honest Mets analysis, make sure to subscribe and turn on notifications so you never miss breaking New York Mets coverage. #Mets #NewYorkMets #MetsNews #LGM #MetsBaseball #ClayHolmes #Diamondbacks #MLB #MetsRumors #PeteAlonso #FranciscoLindor #DavidStearns #NL East #MetsTalk #QueensBaseball
CHAOS ERUPTS After Braves 1B Brutally Pushes Shohei Ohtani During Heated Fifth Inning
What started as another dominant Dodgers performance turned into one of the most SHOCKING and controversial nights of the 2025 MLB season. ⚾🔥 Shohei Ohtani delivered in the biggest moment of the game… and seconds later, Dodger Stadium ERUPTED after a brutal collision that left the baseball world stunned. With the Dodgers entering May 8th at an unbelievable 24-4 record, the pressure on Atlanta was already massive. But nobody expected the night to explode the way it did. After Ohtani ripped the go-ahead RBI in the 5th inning, Braves first baseman Matt Olsen appeared to deliberately step into Ohtani’s running lane — causing a violent collision that immediately sparked outrage across the stadium. Fans booed. Teammates rushed the field. Umpires reviewed the play from every angle. And MLB wasted NO time launching an emergency investigation. Then came the BOMBSHELL: Matt Olsen was suspended for the remainder of the season. The moment instantly became one of the most debated incidents in baseball. Was it reckless? Intentional? Or one of the dirtiest plays of the year? One thing is certain — Shohei Ohtani once again became the center of baseball history. And somehow, through all the chaos, Ohtani still showed why he’s built differently. Calm under pressure. Clutch when it mattered most. The RBI that changed the game. The composure that silenced the noise. This wasn’t just superstar talent — this felt LEGENDARY. Meanwhile, Freddie Freeman delivered the knockout home run, Kyle Tucker sparked the comeback, and the Dodgers once again proved why they look nearly unstoppable in 2025. But this game became bigger than baseball. It became a statement. A rivalry intensified. A moment fans will remember for years. Did MLB make the right decision suspending Olsen? And is this the moment that changed the Dodgers-Braves rivalry forever? Welcome to Baseball Daily , your #1 destination for global baseball content! ⚾🔥 From MLB superstars to NPB elites and international showdowns , we cover it ALL. What You'll Get: ⚾ Swing Breakdowns – Power, precision & pro-level insights 🎯 Game Analysis – MLB teams, big moments & breakdowns 💪 Training Tips – Hitting, pitching & mental game 🌟 Player Spotlights – Superstars & rising talents 🔥 Latest News – Trades, records & breaking stories 👉 SUBSCRIBE to Baseball Daily for daily baseball content that keeps you ahead of the game.
Brewers rally in 10th to win 4-3 as Yankees waste brilliant performance #shorts
- William Contreras singled home the tying run in the eighth inning and hit a game-ending sacrifice fly in the 10th as the Milwaukee Brewers rallied past the New York Yankees 4-3 on Saturday. #shorts #sports #mlb #sportsnews #highlights #breakingnews
ORIOLES POSTCAST: Baz Falters, Bats Fail | Baltimore Orioles 1 for 6 RISP, 10 LOB in 6-2 Loss to A's
The Baltimore Orioles fall 6-2 to the A’s, and this one comes down to two things: Shane Baz’s struggles and a brutal lack of clutch hitting. Baz gave up 5 earned runs and continues to fall short of expectations, putting the Orioles in an early hole they couldn’t climb out of. On the other side, the offense had opportunities—but completely failed to deliver when it mattered most. Baltimore finished just 1-for-6 with runners in scoring position and left 10 runners on base, wasting multiple chances to shift the game’s momentum. A couple late runs in the 8th weren’t nearly enough. Is this a short-term slump or a bigger concern for this team? We break it all down. Orioles vs A’s recap Shane Baz performance analysis 1-for-6 with RISP, 10 LOB breakdown Missed opportunities at the plate What this loss means moving forward Subscribe for Orioles coverage, game recaps, and MLB analysis all season. #Orioles #BaltimoreOrioles #MLB #MLBRecap #baseball Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! 5-Hour ENERGY The funfetti flavor is BACK on https://5hourEnergy.com or Amazon, crack open Confetti Craze 5-hour ENERGY®️ shot today! Rugiet Get 15% off your treatment → https://rugiet.com/lockedonnhl Rugiet. Performance medicine for men. Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast KALSHI For a limited time, download the Kalshi app and use code LOCKEDON to get ten dollars when you trade ten. Kalshi. Trade on anything. Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get one-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started — Play Your Game. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)