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The Chip on Anthony Volpe’s Shoulder + Uhh, RIP Baseball in 2027?

February 19

46 mins

Episode Description

Anthony Volpe says he’s entering 2026 with a chip on his shoulder and after two uneven seasons and a shoulder injury, the Yankees are giving him another full runway. We break down whether fans should believe in a bounce-back, why the organization has backed itself into a corner, and what this season really means for his future. Plus, Ryan McMahon at shortstop chaos, bullpen concerns, and the much bigger story: Tony Clark’s sudden MLBPA ouster and why 2027 baseball could be heading toward another lockout. Is MLB really in danger of losing games again?

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0:00 Intro — Quiet Camp, Big Questions

0:09 Volpe Speaks: The “Chip on His Shoulder”

3:43 Yankees Prospect Hype Problem

7:18 The Runway They Gave Volpe (Too Long?)

11:13 Is 2026 Make-or-Break?

15:28 Why the Yankees Won’t Define His Leash

19:23 Ryan McMahon at Shortstop… Seriously?

22:03 Spring Roster Chaos + Defensive Concerns

27:18 Tony Clark Out — What Happened?

30:23 Is a 2027 Lockout Inevitable?

34:03 Salary Cap Debate — Why It Won’t Fix Baseball