• 259 | Spring Training begins! Soto & Spencer Slam, Bullpen trust Tree & Soto extension talks!

  • Feb 26 2024
  • Length: 53 mins
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259 | Spring Training begins! Soto & Spencer Slam, Bullpen trust Tree & Soto extension talks!

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  • In this episode the boys discuss... Spencer Jones has impressed with his performance in minor league baseball. The chemistry between Juan Soto and Aaron Judge is a positive sign for the Yankees. Re-signing Juan Soto should be a priority for the Yankees. The Yankees' outfield depth is a good problem to have. The stability of the Yankees' roster is a welcome change. Luis Gil has shown promise in his performance. Predictions for the upcoming season's bullpen are made. The addition of players like Verdugo and Stroman brings a new feel to the team and a welcome shake-up. Unleashing Aaron Judge's emotions and allowing players to play looser could lead to better performance. Possible expansion cities include Nashville, Charlotte, Oklahoma City, and New Orleans. The uncertainty of Juan Soto's contract situation adds to the all-in mentality of the team. The conversation highlights the excitement and potential of an all-in year for the Yankees. Time Stamps: 00:00 Introduction and Minor League Baseball 01:01 The Yankees' Chemistry 03:03 Juan Soto and Potential Contract Extension 04:26 The Yankees' Outfield Depth 06:20 The Importance of Re-signing Juan Soto 07:37 Juan Soto's Age and Accomplishments 09:30 The Stability of the Yankees' Roster 10:26 Aaron Hicks and Catcher Platoon 13:08 Luis Gil's Performance 15:30 Bullpen Predictions 19:35 The Strength of the Bullpen 20:28 Trent Grisham as a Solid Outfielder 22:21 The Impact of Bench Players 23:34 Finding Diamonds in the Rough in the Bullpen 24:00 The Uncertainty of Blake Snell's Signing 25:02 The Possibility of Another Move 26:35 The Excitement for Anthony Volpe 31:52 The Impact of Alex Verdugo 36:00 The New Feel of the Team 37:14 A Different Approach 38:17 Adding Swagger and Excitement 40:19 Expansion Teams and Potential Cities 42:19 The Uncertainty of Juan Soto 43:26 The Excitement of an All-In Year 44:24 The Potential of Expansion Drafts 46:29 Possible Expansion Cities Subscribe to the podcast! Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/161st-street/id1474726168 Spotify Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/1O50SAkgylGtdSfRzpyelW Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNM2eFf2ByOlB97VQA9clRw Get in touch: @the161boys @Lukerella @Daminromeo @murphy_5_ @chan_drake Submit to the mailbag by DM to Instagram or Twitter! If you enjoy the podcast, please leave a rating and review! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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