From Cribbage board giveaways to Craig Counsell’s Cubs, the boys are back for another jam-packed episode of Batting Practice! Josh, Jacob, and Andrew reunite to debate the hottest teams and players across MLB in a full-episode Buy or Sell / Ride or Fade special. Who’s the real deal, and who’s due for regression? Plus, get bonus takes on fan giveaways, stadium vibes, whiskey dews, and why MLB needs to steal a play from the NFL Draft's playbook.We Cover:The best stadium giveaways of all time 🍻🧢Craig Counsell and the Cubs: Contenders or pretenders?The Giants’ surprising start: Sustainable or sell-high?Are the Diamondbacks a playoff lock?Early MVP buzz for Corbin Carroll?Tyler Soderstrom, Tyler Mahle, Devin Williams & more: who's rising and who's fading?Why the Rangers might be sneaky-good againSorare fantasy value plays and panic sellsMLB Draft vs NFL spectacle & how baseball can improve fan engagementTimestamps:0:00 – Intro & why we missed last week1:00 – Easter cookouts & smashed burgers2:00 – Why early-season baseball is underrated (and affordable!)3:30 – Best stadium giveaways ever7:00 – Cribbage boards & Milwaukee Brewers promo hype9:00 – Andrew's “deep cut” of the week + NFL Draft reflections13:00 – Buy or Sell: Cubs and Craig Counsell22:00 – Buy or Sell: San Francisco Giants stock soaring27:00 – Buy or Sell: Arizona Diamondbacks comeback case33:00 – Wild Card race hypotheticals39:00 – Player spotlight: Tyler Mahle’s surprising dominance42:00 – Marcus Semien & the Texas Rangers resurgence43:00 – Devin Williams struggles: buy low or bail out?49:00 – Willie Adames vs Devin Williams: better bounce-back bet?51:00 – Pickle of the week & final Brewers bullpen rants52:30 – Outro + follow and subscribe call to action🌟 Subscribe & Follow for More MLB Content!👉 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UCsO8lcRWSgu2TCBAYwlX-bw 👉 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/battingpracticepod1👉 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@battingpracticepod👉 Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/batpracticepod👉 Join Sorare MLB with our exclusive link & get $50 in Market Credit: https://sorare.pxf.io/batting-practice🏃‍♂️ Want to listen on the go? We are also available on all 🎙️ podcast platforms https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/batting-practice-podcast 🎧 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more weekly baseball discussions, team breakdowns, and fantasy insights! #MLBHotTakes #BuyOrSell #BaseballPodcast #MLBPodcast #MLB

In this episode of Batting Practice, Jacob and Andrew celebrate Easter Sunday (which coincides with 4/20!) with a jam-packed show full of MLB news, hilarious ballpark food debates, and actionable Sorare baseball strategies.We kick things off reacting to the wild new cotton candy French fries being sold at Blue Jays games before reminiscing about past Easter 420 memories. Then, we break down early MLB MVP race favorites like Pete Alonso and Corbin Carroll and share our latest fantasy baseball strategies for building an affordable, competitive Sorare All-Star team on a budget.Whether you're here for baseball banter, Sorare insights, or tips on squeezing maximum value from your fantasy lineup, this episode covers it all. Stick around until the end as we test our baseball knowledge with a quick "Pickle" guessing game!We Cover:The wild new ballpark food trend: Cotton Candy French Fries in TorontoEaster Sunday falling on 4/20: Past memories and fact-checking the last time it happenedMLB MVP early favorites: Pete Alonso, Corbin Carroll, Fernando Tatis Jr., and moreFantasy baseball on Sorare: How to build a competitive All-Star team for under $50Best budget buys on Sorare: Freddy Peralta, Ryan Helsley, William Contreras, and moreStrategic tips for maximizing Sorare All-Star competitions with limited cards"Pickle" player guessing game: Testing our MLB knowledge under pressureTimestamps:0:00 – Intro: Easter 420 memories + Nash's new Blackstone grill2:30 – Toronto's cotton candy French fries: Food innovation or abomination?6:00 – MLB shoutouts: Blue Jays, George Springer, and Vladimir Guerrero Jr.10:00 – Pete Alonso's MVP-worthy season so far13:00 – Early MLB MVP race discussion: Tatis, Carroll, Tucker, Alonso18:00 – Sorare All-Star Team Building: Budget strategy overview24:00 – Best budget starting pitchers on Sorare under $1030:00 – Best budget relief pitchers for your lineup35:00 – Best value hitters: William Contreras, Kyle Manzardo, Cal Raleigh42:00 – Auction vs Buy-Now strategies for limited card purchases48:00 – Building a full $50 Sorare All-Star team54:00 – Pickle player guessing game: Who is the mystery third baseman?🌟 Subscribe & Follow for More MLB Content!👉 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UCsO8lcRWSgu2TCBAYwlX-bw 👉 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/battingpracticepod1👉 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@battingpracticepod👉 Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/batpracticepod👉 Join Sorare MLB with our exclusive link & get $50 in Market Credit: https://sorare.pxf.io/batting-practice🏃‍♂️ Want to listen on the go? We are also available on all 🎙️ podcast platforms https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/batting-practice-podcast 🎧 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more weekly baseball discussions, team breakdowns, and fantasy insights! #SorareMLB #Sorare #FantasyBaseball #MLB #BaseballPodcast

In this week’s episode of Batting Practice, Josh, Jacob, and Andrew dive deep into the 2025 SoRare MLB fantasy baseball season. From snack debates at gas stations to in-depth SoRare gameplay strategies, the crew covers it all. Whether you're a seasoned player or just getting into SoRare, this episode unpacks current trends, energy strategy, reward optimization, and the big question—are your cards worth the investment year over year?🎯 Thinking about spending $50 on Sorare cards this season? Wondering whether to flip your market credit or hold? Confused about energy usage and classic card value? We’ve got you covered: https://sorare.pxf.io/batting-practice🎙️ We Cover:Gas station snack rankings and guilty pleasures 🍿Our early thoughts on the 2025 SoRare MLB seasonJacob’s big podium finish and his Tatis Jr. reward 🎉The energy mechanic: smart usage strategies & storage tips ⚡Champion vs All-Star vs Challenger: what’s worth it?Common card utility, essence concerns, and feedback to SoRareHow to invest your market credit: flip or build?Is Otani worth $230? Card expiration vs value retention 💰Tips for new players navigating their first lineupA look at daily competitions, and how energy impacts ROIThe final pickle challenge: guess the mystery pitcher!⏱️ Timestamps:0:07 – Intro + Gas Station Snack Talk4:53 – Road Trip Snacks & Mount Dew Confessions8:00 – White Sox Game + SoRare Player Watch11:00 – SoRare Season Check-In: Rewards & Essence13:08 – Jacob Crafts a New Card Live17:06 – What Makes Rewards Exciting20:03 – Market Credit Use & Star Player Strategy24:28 – Is SoRare Still About Year-Over-Year Utility?33:35 – Buying New vs. Old Season Otani Cards36:09 – Market Credit Flips: Strategy or Sin?38:09 – Energy Usage: Champion vs Daily vs All-Star44:02 – Josh's Energy Experiment47:00 – Best Competition for New Players49:03 – How to Set Your Lineups for Rewards55:06 – Increasing Common Essence: A Message to SoRare56:42 – Should You Vault All Common Cards?58:49 – The Great Pickle Finale: Guess the Pitcher1:04:06 – Closing Thoughts & How to Connect With Us🌟 Subscribe & Follow for More MLB Content!👉 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UCsO8lcRWSgu2TCBAYwlX-bw 👉 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/battingpracticepod1👉 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@battingpracticepod👉 Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/batpracticepod👉 Join Sorare MLB with our exclusive link & get $50 in Market Credit: https://sorare.pxf.io/batting-practice🏃‍♂️ Want to listen on the go? We are also available on all 🎙️ podcast platforms https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/batting-practice-podcast 🎧 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more weekly baseball discussions, team breakdowns, and fantasy insights! #SorareMLB #Sorare #FantasyBaseball #MLB #BaseballPodcast