50 | How Do We Fix The Money Problem? | The Just Baseball Show Podcast

6 | MLB Opening Weekend Recap, Something I Heard, Pete's Picks Update: Jack McMullen is back! The duo sits down and analyzes the Opening Weekend of baseball, focusing on the biggest storylines; Shohei Ohtani's greatness, Gary Sanchez's fielding, the Red Sox dilemma, crazy velocity increases, the emergence of the Royals, and more. Sound not owned by Project the Plate in this episode comes from the R2C2 Podcast. by The Just Baseball Show

27 min listen

5 | MLB Opening Day Recap with Dustin Demeter (University of Hawaii Third Baseman): Jack McMullen is under the weather, so Peter Appel is joined by a longtime friend and third baseman for the University of Hawaii, Dustin Demeter. The two break down each individual game in case you missed a unique Opening Day.  by The Just Baseball Show

45 min listen

32 | Wander Franco, and the problem with the 20-80 Scale: Jack and Aram gush over the top prospect in the sport, and decide that the way he's rated is bizarre. Solution to come. by The Just Baseball Show

21 min listen

15 | Interview with New York Post's Ken Davidoff on the Yankees: Jack McMullen's connection is brutal, which opens the door for Peter Appel to air out his frustrations and get his questions answered about his Yankees from the New York Post's Ken Davidoff. Topics include the catching dilemma, Jasson Dominguez, and a couple of guys returning from injury.  by The Just Baseball Show

33 min listen

3 | MLB Gambling Preview Pt. 1 (MVP, Cy Young, ROY, Manager of the Year, HR, K, SV Leaders) Featuring Aram Leighton: Part One of a Two-Part Gambling Preview Peter and Jack are joined by co-founder Aram Leighton to dive into the best betting lines ahead of Opening Day. Today's episode features individual awards and statistical leaders. There is so much good betting value to look at here. Al/NL MVP - Favorite & Dark Horse (3:10 - 15:00) AL/NL Cy Young - Favorite & Dark Horse (15:01 - 23:34) AL/NL Rookie of the Year - Favorite & Dark Horse (23:35 - 34:09) AL/NL Manager of the Year - Favorite & Dark Horse (34:10 - 42:04) MLB HR Leader - Favorite & Dark Horse (42:05 - 45:05) MLB Strikeout Leader - Favorite & Dark Horse (45:06 - 47:14) MLB Saves Leader - Favorite & Dark Horse (47:14 - 50:42) by The Just Baseball Show

53 min listen

21 | Top 10 Catchers in MLB, Week in Review, We Changed our Name!: 0:00-15:55 Peter and Jack are back to recap the week that was in baseball (Yankees vs White Sox, Rays & Padres Win Streaks, Cincinnati Reds Lineup, Vladimir Guerrero Jr, Potential Trade Chips + more)  15:56-19:31 (Honorable Mentions) 19:32-38:00 (Top 10 Catchers in MLB) 38:01-42:49 (Ending Thoughts) Follow us on Twitter @peterappel23, @jack_mcmullen11 Follow us on Tik Tok & Instagram: @justbaseballfans by The Just Baseball Show

44 min listen

24 | Top 10 MLB 1st Baseman, The Best Bat Flip Ever, College Baseball Talk: Peter & Jack are recording on a beautiful Memorial Day and get to talk about the greatest bat flip since Jose Bautista, Giants taking 3/4 from the Dodgers, Yankees get swept by the Tigers, Padres taking 2/3 from the Astros, Hawaii vs Cal Poly, and the Top 10 First Baseman in Baseball Right Now. This was so much fun. Follow us on Tik Tok and Instagram: @justbaseballfans Follow us on Twitter: @peterappel23 @jack_mcmullen11 by The Just Baseball Show

48 min listen

1 | Big League Advance, and Handing Out the Tatis Deal (AL Edition) by The Just Baseball Show

27 min listen

18 | Top 10 Starting Pitchers in MLB, Minor League Baseball Update: Peter and Jack are back and gas up Peter's (not) gambling advice. The two discuss a Padres' farmhand lighting it up in High-A, shout-out AL and NL Players of the Week, and then get into the big thing. The top 10 starting pitchers in Major League Baseball (with, of course, honorable mentions and ~honorable~ honorable mentions). Follow the podcast (@projecttheplate) on TikTok and Instagram, and follow Jack/Peter on Twitter @jack_mcmullen11 and @peterappel23. by The Just Baseball Show

44 min listen

4 | MLB Gambling Preview Pt. 2 (Team Win Totals, Playoff Picture, and World Series Favorites): Part Two of a Two-Part Gambling Preview - Peter and Jack preview the 2021 season for all 30 MLB teams, predicting final win totals for each squad. The duo also breaks down the entire predicted playoff picture and picks a World Series Champion. "Something I Heard" Segment (3:00 - 5:25) AL East (5:25 - 11:48) AL Central (11:49 - 18:36) AL West (18:37 - 25:31) NL East (25:32 - 30:01) NL Central (30:02 - 35:13) NL West (35:14 - 38:25) Playoff Picture and WS Favorite (38:25 - 45:04) Follow us on Twitter @peterappel23 @jack_mcmullen11 Follow us on Tik Tok for Gambling Picks every day of the season @projecttheplate by The Just Baseball Show

48 min listen

19 | Twitter Hates No-Hitters, Why Pitchers are Dominating, "Fact or Fluke" on Stat Leaders: Peter and Jack are back to discuss the incredible amount of No-Hitter's being thrown, and why it's not a big deal, but is a big deal? The duo does a deep dive on league hitting and pitching stats, giving you their take on why hitters are at a massive disadvantage. They also play a minor version of "Fact or Fluke" on the current MLB stat leaders.  Follow us on Twitter @peterappel23, @jack_mcmullen11 by The Just Baseball Show

31 min listen

12 | Dodgers-Padres, MadBum's No-No?, 3 Players to Watch, and The Home Run Revolution: A loaded Tuesday episode. Peter and Jack rehash another killer weekend of Dodgers-Padres, legitimize/de-legitimize Madison Bumgarner's 7 inning no-hitter, name three players that have been playing their best baseball in quite some time, and sound off on the home run dependency in Major League Baseball in 2021. Follow Project the Plate on both Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter @projecttheplate by The Just Baseball Show

34 min listen

2 | Just Baseball’s Mission, and Handing Out the Tatis Deal (NL Edition): Second Part of a Two-Part Episode where Peter Appel and Jack McMullen explain the idea behind Project the Plate while providing insight into the website they are building with the host of the Locked On Prospects and Locked On Marlins Podcast, Aram Leighton. The duo is giving away another $5.1 Billion in mock contract value to the best players on every NL team. Plus: New Segment called "Something I Heard" where Peter explains why the breakfast conspiracy from GaryVee shut his brain off. by The Just Baseball Show

33 min listen

8 | The Athletic's Katie Woo, Brent Honeywell, Everyone is Throwing 100mph: Peter and Jack are joined by Katie Woo, The Athletic's new Cardinals beat writer. Katie gives a primer of the Cardinals production to this point, and the three dive into the Nolan Arenado acquisition, Dylan Carlson's Rookie of the Year possibilities, and the return to prominence of Alex Reyes. Follow Katie on Twitter @katiejwoo. New Episodes every Tuesday and Friday.  Follow us on Tik Tok & Instagram: @projecttheplate Follow us on Twitter: @peterappel23 & @jack_mcmullen11 by The Just Baseball Show

27 min listen

7 | The Most Underrated Player in Each Division (featuring Dustin Demeter): This is a fun one. Peter & Jack are joined by the 3B for the University of Hawaii, Dustin Demeter. The trio picks their favorite undervalued player in each division, explaining why the guy needs more attention. Some of these names are not the "sexiest" picks in the world, but players you need to keep an eye on this season.  Plus, Jack takes over "Something I Heard" and Peter complains about his arm hurting from the vaccine. by The Just Baseball Show

29 min listen

31 | Tik Tok Mailbag with Peter, Jack & Aram: Peter, Jack & Aram answer questions from the Tik Tok (@justbaseballfans) "Q'A" button.  Any change in opinion on the Red Sox fact or fluke video? @pizza770 What do you think of Adley Rutschsman, and what do you think about the future of the Orioles? @rodgymatt9 Thoughts on Austin Martin and Jordan Groshans and the Blue Jays farm system leading into the future? @harmnasty Thoughts on the recent 10 game ban (with pay) for anything pitchers using, including sunscreen+rosin? @swietco by The Just Baseball Show

37 min listen

11: Interview with Nelson Figueroa, The Mets to this Point, and Low Velo in Pitching Prospects: Jack took an unpaid vacation day for the betterment of the program, so co-founder Aram Leighton steps in. Peter and Aram talk to former Major Leaguer and international baseball journeyman Nelson Figueroa about his path to The Bigs, his post-playing career, and the Mets' early season diagnosis.  by The Just Baseball Show

51 min listen

37 | Peter & Aram do the Tik Tok Mailbag: Peter & Aram go over the Corey Dickerson for Joe Panik trade that shocked the league. Not really, but Aram is the Marlins and Prospects guy, so he breaks it down + the good and the bad with the Marlins. GM of the Yankees Brian Cashman says "We suck right now". Let's talk about it. Questions found on our Q/A button on Tik Tok @justbaseballfans 1. Who do you believe are the best relievers on the market for a trade before the deadline - @tshuter43 2. Do you think Vlad can sustain, being an absolutely elite hitter after he brought his chase rate down, walks up, barrels up, hard-hit rate up - @bentham_27 3. Thoughts on Asa Lacy and the rest of Royal's young pitching staff? - @cooper.graham5 4. Can you predict the Top 5 Teams in 2023 - @aidannadova123 5. Now with Wander Franco graduating, who is your number 1 prospect? @byronbuxtonmvp ____ < by The Just Baseball Show

48 min listen

26 | Where Does Baseball Go From Here?: Aram and Jack know that Stephanie Apstein and Alex Prewitt's SI article on pitch doctoring just changed the game. Now, where are we heading? by The Just Baseball Show

25 min listen

14 | Minor League Season Preview, Playing "Fact or Fluke" with MLB Division Leaders: Jack McMullen and Peter Appel are joined by the Locked On Prospects Podcast host, Aram Leighton, to celebrate the beginning of the Minor League Season. With no Minor League season last year, the Voice of the High A Padres (Jack) and the Host of a Prospects Podcast (Aram) have a lot to say on the matter. The Trio then plays a fun game called "Fact or Fluke," where they evaluate the Major League Division winners through 15% of the season, letting you know whether that team has the talent to stay there.  by The Just Baseball Show

36 min listen

20 | Interview with Josh Lewin on the Broadcasting Life: Jack and Aram are together for their true introductory episode. This week, the two welcome on longtime MLB TV/Radio voice, Josh Lewin. The three discuss Josh's history in the booth, his legendary partners, his newest ventures, his thoughts on the current game, and his approach to handling the mental side of life in the midst of chaos. by The Just Baseball Show

40 min listen

23 | Pitch Doctoring and The Shift: Jack and Aram get into two of the hottest-button topics in the sport, and pose the case for both sides. by The Just Baseball Show

28 min listen

29 | Replay, and Free Agency Conspiracies?: Jack and Aram discuss their hatred for the replay process in MLB, address a point made by Pete Alonso about MLB's efforts to thwart the earning chances of the upcoming free agent class, and offer thoughts on the upcoming CBA. by The Just Baseball Show

21 min listen

13 | Interview with Matt Spiegel, White Sox & Cubs Talk, Gambling Updates, Tik Tok?: Happy Friday Baseball Fans. Matt Spiegel, Co-Host of Parkins and Spiegel and Host of Hit & Run on 670 The Score in Chicago joins the show to break down the Cubs' struggles so far and where the White Sox are headed this season. We dive into the players, the coaches, and the front offices of the two teams residing in Illinois. Peter went 0-3 yesterday in his gambling picks and is very unhappy with the Astros, and why in the world are we on Tik Tok.  Follow us on Instagram & Tik Tok: @projecttheplate Follow us on Twitter: @peterappel23 & @jack_mcmullen11 Follow Matt on Twitter: @MattSpiegel670 by The Just Baseball Show

38 min listen

10 | Dodgers vs. Padres Breakdown, Jay Bruce Retired, Top 10 Pitchers in Baseball: Peter & Jack dissect the early playoff preview that was the Dodgers vs. Padres series. Jack pays tribute to Jay Bruce and tries to pitch Peter a new team to root for. The duo reacts to an ESPN Top 10 Pitchers article, picking between deGrom, Cole, and Bieber for best pitcher alive.  Tune in Friday as we welcome former big-leaguer, Nelson Figueroa! Follow them on Twitter: @peterappel23 & @jack_mcmullen11 Follow on Tik Tok and Instagram: @projecttheplate by The Just Baseball Show

34 min listen

45 | MLB Trade Deadline Preview PT 1: American League, Yermin Mercedes is Back?: Peter, Jack, and Aram talk about American League buyers, sellers, and what players are being targeted in talks between teams. Yermin Mercedes retired for 20 hours, good marketing move? ____________ Just Baseball is proud to announce we’re partnering with Hearo for a live digital stadium experience. Co-founders of JustBaseball.com, Aram Leighton, and, Peter Appel will be hosting a series of live shows on the Hearo app with special guests from the pro and college game, plus expert MLB prospect analysis, fan giveaways, and interactive viewer Q&As. Come watch the game with us, comment along, ask questions, and invite your friends into our Digital Stadium. We launched Just Baseball to change the way the game is being covered and with Hearo, we’re going to offer a whole new interactive baseball experience. So what is Hearo? Hearo is a free by The Just Baseball Show

56 min listen

36 | Jack & Peter's All-Star Ballot, College World Series Overview, Vladdy is Making History: Jack & Peter postponed the Top 20 Outfielders Episode to fill out their All-Star Ballots. The National League shortstop & catcher position are pretty easy, as is the American League DH. The National League third baseman, not so easy. Peter had fun watching Kumar Rocker in Omaha but fell apart emotionally watching the Yankees get swept. Did you know 11.4% of Yankees' baserunners have scored this season. That's the worst in baseball. They make their College World Series prediction between Mississippi State and Vanderbilt. Colby Olson's "Morning Metrics" article on Vladamir Guerrero Jr. being a freak of nature.  ___________ Just Baseball is proud to announce we’re partnering with Hearo for a live digital stadium experience. Co-founders of JustBaseball.com, Aram Leighton, and myself, Peter Appel, will be hosting a series of live by The Just Baseball Show

50 min listen

25 | Top Trade Targets, MLB Mock Draft (4-6), NL Rookie of the Year, Fact or Fluke (Cubs): Peter & Jack have a lot to unpack, starting with the Chicago Cubs. Are they for real? A move for a Starting Pitcher could help. After, Top 3 trade targets on offense and on the mound. They touched on the Acuna interview and Bob Brenly's words against Marcus Stroman. Ending in an agreement on the NL Rookie of the Year and picks 4-6 of the MLB Mock Draft.  Follow us on Twitter: @peterappel23, @jack_mcmullen11 Follow us on Instagram and Tik Tok: @justbaseballfans by The Just Baseball Show

41 min listen

9 | MLB Highlights, Disappointments, and Something I Heard: Peter and Jack discuss the teams and players with the hottest starts, and whether they are here to stay. They also evaluate some disappointing 2021 debuts, and why it might be time to hit the panic button.  Plus, "Something I Heard" is a weird one about aliens.  Follow on Twitter @peterappel23 & @jack_mcmullen11 Follow Tik Tok & Instagram: @projecttheplate by The Just Baseball Show

36 min listen

33 | Top 10 MLB Third Baseman, Jacob deGrom is not from Earth, Bill James Rule Changes: Jacob deGrom is back from "injury" and is still the greatest pitcher on earth, so Jack and Peter have to talk about it. Bill James proposed some unique new rules for baseball and the duo reacts accordingly.   The Top 10 Third Baseman list is just as loaded as the shortstops, so we spent a lot of time on it. We have Honorable-Honorable Mentions, the Honorable Mentions, and of course, the Top 10.   Follow us on Instagram & Tik Tok: @justbaseballfans Follow us on Twitter: @JustBBMedia  Just Baseball is proud to announce we're partnering with Hearo for a live digital stadium experience at the College World Series starting June 24th.  The partnership includes a series of live shows on the Hearo app hosted by co-founders of JustBaseball.com, Aram Leighton, and Peter Appel, with special guests from the pro and college game, plus e by The Just Baseball Show

57 min listen

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