Episode 444: Sultans of Swat

Episode 444: Sultans of Swat

From Baseball is Dead (MLB Podcast) by Baseball Is Dead

July 13, 2026 · 1h 54m

About this episode

The episode discusses the biggest surprises of the MLB season's first half, Home Run Derby predictions, and reactions to the recent MLB Draft.

Episode 444: Welcome to the start of the 2026 All-Star Break. It’s been a long and winding road for every team, but who or what has been the biggest surprise from the first half of the season? The guys discuss plenty of surprises, including the Chicago White Sox in a prime playoff position despite low preseason odds and the Pittsburgh Pirates boasting the second-best offense in baseball. Jared and the guys share their Home Run Derby selections before Jared heads to Media Day in Philadelphia. Jay Hay, Dallas, and Tyler stick around to talk about how sweep-happy the league was in its final series before the break. They also chat about the draft that took place this weekend. Check out our interviews with three of the top four picks from this year’s draft on the Baseball Is Dead YouTube page! They wrap up the show talking about JJ Wetherholt getting a bag to stay in St. Louis, and Dallas shouts out the efforts of now-former A’s pitching coach Scott Emerson. Tune in to a Monday edition of BID, and stick around for Wednesday morning’s recap of the All-Star Game! 00:00:00 - Biggest Surprises From the First Half of the Season 00:16:22 - Home Run Derby Predictions & Picks 00:27:30 - Jamie…

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Host: Jared

Guests: Jay Hay, Dallas, Tyler

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Organizations: Chicago White Sox, Pittsburgh Pirates, A’s, Guardians

Places: Philadelphia

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