MLB is changing in real time. Robert Murray and Adam Weinrib are joined by Sports Illustrated’s Stephanie Apstein to break down the wave of surprising extensions, what they signal about the future, and how teams are thinking differently about young talent.
We also dive into growing labor tension, the potential for a major fight over league economics, and how technology like ABS is shaping the game. Plus, a look at how the role of MLB managers is evolving and what we’re learning early in the season.
00:00 - Intro
02:19 - Colt Emerson Extension
03:33 - What do these extensions really mean?
07:32 - Labor tension & salary cap talk
10:44 - ABS challenges
14:03 The changing role of managers
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