The Shift Baseball Show

The Shift: New Relief pitcher of the year award & Raleigh breaks HR record by a catcher

Francisco and Nick are here with episode 98 of the Shift! They start the show by looking at a few series this week that really intrigue them, which includes the Brewers and Blue Jays. Also, a discussion about Zack Wheeler being done for the season and what it means for the Phillies. Lastly, the Field of Dreams game for 2026 is announced.

The Shift: Who has a better chance to win their first World Series: Brewers or Padres?

Podcast episode 97 of the Shift! Francisco and Nick are back discussing everything that's happening in Major League Baseball. They start the show discussing who has a better chance to win their first World Series title between the Brewers and Padres. Also, the guys talk about how bad the Mets have been lately. Lastly, Fran and Nick have a conversation about a new lawsuit involving Shohei Ohtani.

The Shift: Who is the front-runner for NL MVP?

Francisco and Nick are back for podcast episode 96 of the Shift! The guys start the show discussing who the front-runner is for National League MVP. Also, they talk about who they currently like to win the American League West. Lastly, a new blind ranking involving seasons by some big-time sluggers.

The Shift: 2025 MLB Trade Deadline

Nick and Francisco preview this year's trade deadline and give their take on the market

The Shift: Are the Dodgers the team to beat still?

Nick and Francisco are back for podcast episode 94 of The Shift! On this episode, the guys start the show discussing the who are the teams to beat right now in the AL and NL. Also, Fran and Nick talk about the Speedway classic uniforms and more!

The Shift: Should the All-Star Game bring back home field advantage for the World Series?

Nick and Francisco are back for podcast episode 93 of the Shift! On this episode, the guys start the show discussing the current relevancy right now of the MLB All-Star Game. Also, Fran and Nick talk about after getting 2,000 hits, where Manny Machado will rank between himself, Bryce Harper & Mike Trout after their careers are all over. Lastly, they give their Quarter Century team of players that have never made an All-Star Game.

The Shift: Has Clayton Kershaw been underappreciated?

Podcast episode 92 of the Shift is here. Francisco and Nick start the show by debating whether or not Clayton Kershaw has been underappreciated at this point in his career as he's very close to recording 3,000 strikeouts. Also, they talk about who they're excited to see in the All-Star Futures Game after the results were announced recently. Lastly, a new blind ranking, where this time Fran gives one to Nick.

The Shift: Trade rumors heating up across the #MLB + Mid season awards!

Nick and Francisco are back for podcast episode 91 of The Shift! On this episode, the guys give their thoughts on the trade rumors that are heating up around the league as well as who the mid season awards should go too!

The Shift: Rafael Devers Blockbuster trade & Shohei Ohtani returns to the mound

Nick and Francisco are back for podcast episode 90 of The Shift! On this episode, the guys give their thoughts on the huge trade that saw the Boston Red Sox send Rafael Devers to the San Francisco Giants. Also, they discuss Shohei Ohtani returning to the mound for the first time since 2023. Lastly, Nick and Fran talk about Gage Wood throwing the first no-hitter in the College World Series in 65 years.

The Shift: The Fenway experience

Francisco and Nick are live from Boston for episode 89 of The Shift! They recap their first time at Fenway Park from this past week with the Boston Red Sox facing the Tampa Bay Rays. The guys also bring back the all-time lineup segment, and with the show being in Boston, they give their versions for the Red Sox.