Mayday! with Trevor May

We're back at the half way point of the season, so here are my biggest surprises & disappointments of the season so far. Let's get into it... You can watch the video version on Youtube: https://youtu.be/a-B2puzQxJE

Major league baseball has be proposing new changes to the game left and right lately. With a new CBA negotiation underway and predictably relentless push for a Salary Cap imminent, the downtrodden billionaires decided it was the perfect opportunity to overhaul the amateur draft as well. There was a lot in the proposal, so I'll dive deep on every point and give you my two cents.

Mayday Update is back! The Home run Derby is changing, taking away the time format and bringing in a “per swing” format. The Mariners are taking on a new piggyback plan. The list of the top five trade candidates has come out, and Joe Ryan has at least 50% chance of being traded.

Bat tracking metrics can be very overwhelming BUT they are a big and important part of the game. Baseball Savant recently dropped a new evolution of bat tracking metrics which includes at least 6 new metrics. Between missed timing and missed distances, Mike Petriello joins the show to discuss how these metrics can change the game.

It’s time for Mayday Update! Anthony Volpe is optioned down to the minor league by the New York Yankees following rehab. The MLB is planning on expanding from thirty teams to thirty two teams in the near future following a potential bargaining deal. Plus, the five BIGGEST storylines to watch throughout May.

Have the Colorado Rockies ACTUALLY figured out the whole pitching thing?? They’re now going under a pitching change and focusing on transforming the roster. Will this new regime help them team? Plus, the Dodgers have found the solution to how so many pitchers get injured.

Recently, the Boston Red Sox fired manager Alex Cora and five coaches. This becomes the earliest a manager has been let go in-season since 2018. The Red Sox are currently having a not-so-great season, will these firings help or harm the team more? What does the future look like for the team?

The season has been INSANE so far. Jackson Merrill robs Julio Rodriguez of a two-run home run and then hits a walk-off double, giving the Padres their seventh straight win. While Shohei Ohtani may not be hitting, he is on fire with his pitching. In a game against the Mets, he throws 10 strikeouts helping the Dodgers secure an 8-2 win. Ben Rice has the best stats in the MLB right now, so why hasn’t he been in the Yankees’ starting lineup for the past few games? Plus, The Mets trade Richard Lovelady and Shea Langeliers hits the longest home run of the season. One thing to pack, five ways to power! Get 10% Off @Ridge with code FOUL at Ridge.com/FOUL #Ridgepod See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Yankees are not happy with the Marlins calling pitches from the dugout. By calling pitches from the dugout, it’s creating a habit that will be hard to break if players, specifically the catcher, go to another team. It is also working really well. Should the Marlins keep this up? Plus, a superstar is being made in Tampa. Go to HelloFresh.com/FT10FM now to Get 10 Free meals + Free Nutribullet® Ultra Plus+ 2-in-1 Compact Kitchen System (a $189.99 value) on your 3rd box . Free meals applied as a discount on the first box, new subscribers only, varies by plan. Must order the 3rd box by May 31st, 2026. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hitters love to hit, but HATE getting hit…understandably. Sure, accidents happen, but when does it start to be a pattern? Plus, some news! Jo Adell robbed not one, not two, but THREE homeruns from the Mariners to secure a win for the Angels. The Tampa Bay Rays are moving back to Tropicana Field following its repairs after hurricane Milton. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Let’s overreact…but way too early in the season. Here are eight things that have happened this season so far that have been slightly concerning. Bo Bichette has had a rough start, Team USA pitchers are struggling, and Tony Vitello has had some weird media interactions. Are these things to worry about yet or will the end up working themselves out? Get 10% off your first month of BlueChew Gold with code FOUL at BlueChew.com Start your 7-day free trial today at FOXOne.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Baseball is back in swing! Jose Fernandez is the seventh player in MLB history to hit two home runs in his debut. Umpires are having a rough start to the season, CB Bucknor misses a call at first and Mark Wegner loses track of the count. Shohei Ohtani threw six scoreless innings during his first start of the season. Plus, the ABS is NOT working how everyone thought. Coaches are challenging the wrong calls, causing them to not be able to challenge calls that are clearly wrong. Get 10% off your first month of BlueChew Gold with code FOUL at BlueChew.com Start your 7-day free trial today at FOXOne.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The first weekend of the 2026 season is officially over and a LOT happened. The Automatic Ball/Strike System has been used in its first 35 games and the challenge rate is almost equal to what it was last season in Triple-A. Rookies are crushing it this season and Bo Bichette has had a rough start with the Mets. Get 10% off your first month of BlueChew Gold with code FOUL at BlueChew.com Start your 7-day free trial today at FOXOne.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s time to rank the starting rotations going into the 2026 season! Taking the top three per rotation, depth, and how many innings they can cover into consideration these are the top 15 teams with the best starting rotations. Get 10 free meals and a FREE Zwilling Knife (a $144.99 value) on your third box at HelloFresh.com/FT10FM . Offer valid while supplies last. Free meals applied as a discount on first box, new subscribers only, varies by plan. If you like your money, Mint Mobile is for you. Plans start at $15/month at MintMobile.com/Territory See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Happy Opening Day! The season has just started and the news keeps coming in. Pete Crow-Armstrong extends his contract for six years with the Chicago Cubs, Spencer Strider is starting the 2026 season on the IL, and Roki Sasaki is starting for the Dodgers even though he was struggling during spring training. Plus, going over the 11 bold predictions for the 2026 season. Will the Pirates make the post season? Will there be a lockout? Will the Diamondbacks trade Ketel Marte? Get 10 free meals and a FREE Zwilling Knife (a $144.99 value) on your third box at HelloFresh.com/FT10FM . Offer valid while supplies last. Free meals applied as a discount on first box, new subscribers only, varies by plan. If you like your money, Mint Mobile is for you. Plans start at $15/month at MintMobile.com/Territory See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The fan polls are in and it’s time to review them! The Athletic, courtesy of Stephen J. Nesbitt, put out polls for fans to answer about different debates surrounding baseball. From salary caps to betting, it’s time to see what the fans really think. Start your 7-day free trial today at FOXOne.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jurickson Profar is suspended for 162 games after testing positive for performance-enhancing drugs for the second time this year. Blake Snell is not expected to return for Opening Day following his shoulder injury. Plus, a World Baseball Classic preview! How does the WBC work and what are the stats going to look like? Start your 7-day free trial today at FOXOne.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Automatic Ball/Strike System is the newest set of rules added to the Major League with the hope of having all the calls right. Will this system actually work compared to calls that umpires make? Who will benefit the most from this new system? Use our code TERRITORY10 for 10% off your next SeatGeek order* seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TERRITORY10 Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discount Quit overspending on wireless with 50% off Unlimited premium wireless. Plans start at $15/month at MintMobile.com/Territory See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The World Baseball Classic is quickly approaching and Opening Day is not too far behind it! Both Tarik Skubal’s and Paul Skenes’ roles in the WBC have been revealed. More trades are happening and players are gearing up for both the WBC and Opening Day. Plus, baseball is going to be in the Olympics in 2028. Is there any way baseball can be as popular as other summer sports in the Olympics? Use our code TERRITORY10 for 10% off your next SeatGeek order* seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TERRITORY10 Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discount Quit overspending on wireless with 50% off Unlimited premium wireless. Plans start at $15/month at MintMobile.com/Territory See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With the Opening Day quickly approaching, it’s time to go over the teams that had set themselves up for this season. Between roster changes and who put themselves in the best position for the upcoming season, these are the top 10 teams with that who had the best offseason this year. Our listeners get 15% off plus free shipping when they buy two or more pairs of prescription glasses at WarbyParker.com/FOUL — using our link helps support the show. #WarbyParker #ad See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.