After 159 games have been played and settled, the final weekend slate of the 2025 MLB regular season is upon us, and there is plenty of drama set to unfold. With a few postseason spots still up for grabs, as well as a couple of division crowns, we’re sure to be in for a memorable finish to an unforgettable regular season of baseball.

Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman discuss all the headlines going into the weekend, including whether the Cleveland Guardians will be able to hang onto their improbable division lead in the AL Central over the Detroit Tigers, whether the New York Yankees or Toronto Blue Jays will be crowned the kings of the AL East and the incredible season we’ve seen from Seattle Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh. They then talk about how crazy it is that the Houston Astros probably won’t be making their annual postseason trip this October.

Also on this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, Jake and Jordan talk about the current postseason picture in the National League, which currently has the New York Mets holding onto the final Wild Card spot despite the Cincinnati Reds and Arizona Diamondbacks trying their best to overtake them. They also discuss how strange it’ll be to see the Los Angeles Dodgers playing in the Wild Card round, the Automated Ball-Strike (ABS) challenge system coming to MLB next season and make their picks for The Good, The Bad & The Uggla.

3:19 - The Opener: Where things stand in the AL

13:28 - Yankees or Blue Jays in the East

29:56 - Where things stand in the NL

36:36 - Dodgers in the Wild Card round

42:01 - We Need to Talk About: ABS in 2026

47:15 - The Good, The Bad & The Uggla

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For the majority of the 2025 MLB season, the American League Central saw the Detroit Tigers maintain a healthy division lead, holding off any potential challengers. However, the Cleveland Guardians have stormed back from 15.5 games behind to cut the Tigers' lead down to just one game with one week left to play.

Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman discuss the incredible comeback from the scorching-hot Guardians and whether the Tigers will ultimately be able to hold off an increasingly unfortunate collapse that could see them miss the postseason entirely. The guys then dive into the Seattle Mariners sweeping the Houston Astros this past weekend, giving them full control of the AL West and putting a division title within reach.

Also on this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, Jake and Jordan talk about the New York Mets and their rough weekend against the Washington Nationals, which saw them lose control of the final NL Wild Card spot to the Cincinnati Reds after the Reds swept the Chicago Cubs. Later, the guys discuss Clayton Kershaw’s final regular-season start at Dodger Stadium and recap all the other action from MLB this weekend.

1:24 – The Opener: Mariners take control
13:48 – Wild AL Central update
28:28 – Around The League: NL Wild Card is up for grabs
44:33 – NL tiebreaker scenarios
48:06 – We Need to Talk About: Kershaw’s last home start
55:48 – Turbo Mode: rest of the weekend action

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Clayton Kershaw is officially retiring after the 2025 season. The Dodgers legend announced Thursday that this is his last season and tonight will be his last regular season home start. Guest host Dani Wexelman joins Jake Mintz to discuss the future Hall of Famer's 18-year career with the Dodgers. They take a look back at the impressive accomplishments during his journey to becoming one of MLB's greatest pitchers. Jake and Dani also discuss what he's done in his final season.

Later, they discuss the Chicago Cubs clinching the playoffs. The Cubs have locked up a Wild Card spot and Jake and Dani take a look at their season to see how they got to this point. Do they have enough to make a deep postseason run? The two breakdown what has been going well and what is lacking in Chicago. They also discuss who are some key players that have gotten them to this point and will be needed for any success in the playoffs. Plus, Jake and Dani go around the league and chat about the Guardians making the AL Wild Card race interesting, Shoehei Ohtani potentially playing the outfield and Justin Verlander announcing he will be back next year.

Finally, it's everyone's favorite segment of the week. The Good, The Bad & The Uggla. The Mariners challenge a shift play and win, Vanderbilt is making their baseball team wear uniforms without logos and Trea Turner's practice is interrupted by a Lumineers concert. These are just a few of the highlights from this week's segment. Plus, a weekend preview.

All of this and more to get you ready for the second to last weekend of the regular season on Baseball Bar-B-Cast.

(3:37) - Clayton Kershaw announces retirement

(20:54) - Chicago Cubs clinch playoffs

(38:38) - Cleveland Guardians close Wild Card gap

(44:00) - Shohei Ohtani to the outfield?

(45:49) - Justin Verlander to return next year

(50:51) - The Good, The Bad & The Uggla

(1:09:03) - Weekend Preview

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There are many eye-catching storylines from the 2025 MLB season, but one that remains a captivating tale as we approach the postseason is the historic run by the man simply known as “Big Dumper.” On Tuesday night, Seattle Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh set a new single-season record for most home runs hit by a switch hitter, surpassing the immortal Mickey Mantle with 56 on the year.

Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman discuss Cal’s unbelievable campaign, how he’s managed to do this while serving as the team’s primary catcher and why he's now a serious contender alongside New York Yankees superstar Aaron Judge in the tight race for the 2025 American League Most Valuable Player award.

Also on this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, Jake and Jordan talk about an impressive debut from Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Trey Yesavage and why he could be an integral part of their push for the AL East title. They also discuss Shohei Ohtani entering yet another exclusive and impressive club on Tuesday night, and debate whether he and Bryce Harper are the two most important players of this century.

1:18 – The Opener: Cal Raleigh does it again
16:01 – Trey Yesavage’s immediate impact
25:31 – An oops by the Brewers
32:26 – Harper & Ohtani’s importance
46:44 – Around the League: 50-50, injuries
58:33 – Roberto Clemente Award nominees

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Two weeks are left in MLB's regular season and the postseason picture is starting to become a bit more clear. A couple of rivalry matchups had playoff implications as the Yankees defeated the Red Sox and the Dodgers defeated the Giants. Three of the four teams currently sit in playoff positions while the Giants are just 1.5 games out of the final NL Wild Card spot. Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman discuss each series and look at what the final two weeks hold for these teams. Are the Yankees and Red Sox destined to meet in the postseason? Can the Dodgers maintain their control of the NL West? Can the Giants claw their way into the final Wild Card spot? The guys answer all of these and more.

Those two series were not the only ones from the weekend with postseason implications. There were four sweeps that saw the Mariners, Blue Jays, Guardians and A's take home victories. The Mariners completed a 4-game mop and put themselves into the drivers seat for the AL West as they overtook the Astros for first place. Plus, Cal Raleigh is looking like he may just take the MVP trophy from Aaron Judge. The guys dive into every series and look at how each one affects the postseason picture.

Later, Jake and Jordan recap the Brewers and Phillies clinching playoff berths. What will the last two weeks look like for each team, and how well are they positioned for a postseason run? Plus, the Mets continue to struggle as they dropped their series to the Rangers over the weekend. New York currently holds the last NL Wild Card spot, but can they hang on to it for two more weeks? Jake and Jordan talk about what they see for any postseason future in Queens.

All of this and more as every series from the weekend is recapped on Monday's Baseball Bar-B-Cast.

(2:00) - Yankees & Dodgers take down rivals

(16:21) - Mariners move into 1st after mop & Blue Jays, Guardians & A's sweep

(34:07) - Brewers & Phillies clinch playoffs, Mets continue to struggle and Astros face a huge test

(49:52) - Turbo Mode

(1:02:07) - Previewing the week ahead

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As we enter the final stretch of the 2025 regular season, teams are making a push to lock up their spots in the postseason. With so much on the line—including divisional crowns and potential byes—there are a few players who need to step up for their clubs to have the best chance in October.

Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman make their picks for which players are X-factors for their teams heading into the playoffs. This includes a few starting pitchers that the New York Yankees and Philadelphia Phillies need to perform, a seasoned veteran for the Houston Astros whose prime may be nearing its end and a high-profile free agent who has disappointed for the Toronto Blue Jays.

Also on this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, Jake & Jordan discuss the Phillies mopping the New York Mets, the Yankees revealing injury news about Anthony Volpe—and whether that’s the reason behind his down season—the Washington Nationals closing in on a general manager and an alarming report of misconduct within the Detroit Tigers organization. They wrap up the episode with their picks for The Good, The Bad & The Uggla.

01:34 – The Opener: Postseason X-Factors

29:22 – Phillies Mop the Mets

32:16 – Sorry For Your Mentions

38:57 – Around the League: Yankees-Volpe News

43:53 – Nationals Search for a GM

53:28 – The Good, The Bad & The Uggla

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Kyle Schwarber added to his historic career on Tuesday night, placing himself among the Philadelphia Phillies greats when he launched his 50th home run of the season. He is only the second Philly to accomplish this feat. The other is Phillies legend Ryan Howard, who owns the franchise record of 58 home runs in a season. The Phillies also placed themselves nine games ahead of the New York Mets for the NL East crown. Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman discuss Schwarber's historic feat and what the Phillies look like heading into the postseason.

Then, the interview everyone is here for, Pedro Martinez joins the show. The Hall of Famer talks with Jake and Jordan about his iconic career. He looks back at his career and reminisces on his mindset of being a dominant force in the league, what it was like to face legends like Derek Jeter and Barry Bonds, playing in the Dominican Winter League and more. He also shares his thoughts on the current Boston Red Sox.

Finally, the guys discuss news from around the league. They chat about Roki Sasaki's impressive minor league rehab start and what that could mean for the Dodgers, Boston's new pitcher Connelly Early, the Yankee's epic meltdown, Aaron Judge's historic night and more.

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(2:17) - Kyle Schwarber hits his way into the Phillies record books

(22:56) - Pedro Martinez interview

(56:43) - Roki Sasaki's dominant rehab start & the affect it will have on the Dodgers

(1:05:57) - Connelly Early's Boston debut, Yankees meltdown & more

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As the 2025 MLB regular season begins to wind down, the division and Wild Card races are tightening up and each game is increasing in importance. The NL West is the closest of all the division races, with the Los Angeles Dodgers holding a one-game lead over the San Diego Padres after the Dodgers dropped two of three over the weekend. One of those losses included blowing a no-hitter, where the Dodgers gave up four runs in the bottom of the 9th with two outs to lose the game. Are the Dodgers showing any signs that they’ll be able to pull it together to make a deep postseason run? Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman discuss what the Dodgers need to do to make a championship push.

The New York Yankees are another team in a close divisional—and Wild Card—race. They won two of three over the weekend, but what caught everyone’s attention was their superstar’s inability to throw a baseball. Do the Yankees need to keep Aaron Judge in the outfield to keep their postseason hopes alive? The guys discuss what options the Yankees have and how far they realistically see them going in the playoffs.

Later, they break down both the AL and NL Wild Card races. The Cubs, Padres, Mets, Yankees, Red Sox and Mariners are currently the six teams sitting in the drivers’ seats. Are these the teams we should expect to see in the Wild Card games or are there any lurking contenders that could make a surprise run at the end of the season? Anything can happen with just three weeks remaining in the regular season.

Plus, Jake and Jordan recap each series from the weekend, giving you a full rundown of what you may have missed across the league. It’s sure to be an exciting finish—and the guys will be here every step of the way to break it all down.

Start your week off right at the Baseball Bar-B-Cast.

(2:31) - Dodgers meltdown, NL West & AL East races

(40:39) - Wild Card race check-in

(52:07) - Brewers sweep Pirates

(58:01) - Turbo Mode

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