John Smoltz joins Ben Verlander to discuss MLB’s wild offseason so far. They discuss the whirlwind of moves by the Los Angeles Dodgers including signing Shohei Ohtani, Yoshinobu Yamamoto & trading for Tyler Glasnow. Smoltz also discusses the moves by the Atlanta Braves including the most recent trade for Chris Sale. They talk about the New York Yankees and if the Juan Soto trade will be enough to keep up in the American League & more.
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John Smoltz on Shohei Ohtani (大谷翔平)’s contract, Dodgers & Braves’ offseason & more | Flippin’ Bats
What do you think has been the biggest story of the MLB offseason so far?
Does john smoltz even know who is in the Braves lineup? I would not think they are top heavy. They could hurt you one through at least seven. I wouldn’t call that top heavy. Another starting pitcher? Where would they put him or How could they pay for him. They are already experimenting with Lopez as a starter/reliever. Then there is bryce elder & company. If anything, l think the Braves need another outfielder who can hit lefties. Still I think the dodgers are the favorites. However people seem to be way under estimating the Phillies & the D’backs in my humble opinion.
I do think Otahni does both after the 2025 season for the next 5 seasons, then maybe he moves to the outfield
The dodgers have been the “favorite” before every season for awhile now! Its nothing different at 1000 vin scully blvd! You cant buy a world series championship!