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There aren’t many hotter debates than who should and shouldn’t be elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame. While BBWAA members are tasked with voting on the standard ballot, the Veterans Committee votes on a narrower ballot to determine whether those who fell through the cracks will ultimately achieve baseball immortality.
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On this episode of Baseball-B-Cast BarJake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman talk about the committee of 16 former players, executives and media members who will ultimately decide whether some of baseball’s biggest and most controversial names will be elected to the Hall of Fame. While players like Don Mattingly and Dale Murphy hope their time in the league will contribute to their nomination, for players like Barry Bonds and Roger Clemens, this could be their last chance to be elected.
Later, Jake and Jordan welcome nine-year veteran and current free agent pitcher Lucas Giolito as he discusses what it’s like to hit free agency, his thoughts on his time with the 2025 Boston Red Sox, how Garrett Crochet has changed after his contract extension, and Lucas’ plans for his post-MLB days. Next, the guys talk about three players returning to MLB after their time in Japan, discuss the Colorado Rockies hiring a general manager, and make their picks for The Good, The Bad & The Uggla.
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3:14 p.m. — The Opening: Hall of Fame Veterans Committee
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8:20 p.m. — Lucas Giolito joins the show!
32:40 — Thoughts on the 2025 Red Sox
55:37 — The future of Giolito
1:00:48 — Around the League
1:10:47 — The good, the bad and the Uggla
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