The Can-Am Super Show

2025 BDL Vegas Odds with Baseball America's Matt Eddy

BDL Podcast Network — Sat, 08 Mar 2025 00:15:00 -0500

On today’s show, the 2025 BDL Vegas Odds are here! The spotlight shines on one of the Black Diamond League’s time-honored traditions as we unveil the annual Vegas Odds to the world. Are the Boston DoubleDowns title favorites and poised to repeat as BDL champions? Will the North remain the most playoff-deficient division in the league for a third straight year? Can anyone get within 20 games of the Crawford Cramps in the West? The answers to those questions and more as we preview the world's greatest dynasty league's 2025 season on this edition of the Super Show. Plus, we recap co-host Mike making an utter fool of himself in two recent CBS Sports fantasy drafts.

Special thanks to Matt Eddy, Executive Editor of Baseball America Magazine and owner of the BDL’s Carolina Cardinals for joining today’s show to discuss the 2025 BDL Vegas Odds, Juan Soto, fantasy baseball coverage and more.

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Hold Our Beer, Sosa and McGwire!

BDL Podcast Network — Sat, 08 Feb 2025 00:15:00 -0500

On today’s show, the 2025 BDL Draft is in the books and the Moncton Mounties are now the proud owners of Roki Sasaki. Congrats to Canada! Draft reactions kick off the pod, including our favorite value picks this year. Plus, there’s a race happening in the Black Diamond League of historic proportions, one that will see two all-time great BDL owners attempt to reach a milestone no other owner has ever attained. It's the BDL's Sosa-McGwire year as the Summer of 2,000 Wins kicks off next month!

Special thanks to Brian of the Crawford Cramps for joining today’s show to talk about history being made in the BDL.

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BDL Offseason Buffet

BDL Podcast Network — Fri, 17 Jan 2025 00:15:00 -0500

On this episode of the Cam-Am Super Show, Mike and Scotty dive deep into BDL offseason news and notes, including our belated congratulations to newly-crowned champions, the Boston DoubleDowns. Plus, we discuss the recent trade of the #1 pick in the 2025 BDL Draft, and the Killer Cars impress with their wintertime trade prowess.

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Here We Come A-Carrolling

BDL Podcast Network — Wed, 27 Sep 2023 00:15:00 -0500

Some teams waste no time kickstarting the offseason trade market, and this year's big headline comes courtesy of the normally trade averse Amish Brotherhood. On today's episode of the Inside Podcast, Amish Joe joins the show to break down his club's acquisition of dynasty stud Corbin Carroll. Along with hosts Mike and Scotty, today's trio also analyzes big moves by the Wallabies and Generals and revisits the unending debate surrounding best practices in dynasty rebuilds. Plus, what's next for the Malibu Bay Beers following a tough loss in the BDLCS? It's a PACKED show, so buckle up.

Revenge is a Dish Best Served Southern Style

BDL Podcast Network — Sat, 02 Sep 2023 00:15:00 -0500

The season is almost over, but The Inside Podcast is just getting started. On today's pod, Mike and Scotty make sense of every coin-flip matchup happening in the opening round of the BDL Playoffs. We also look ahead to next week's round two as the championship hopes of four clubs begin to fade into oblivion.

This is What Boston Dreams Look Like

BDL Podcast Network — Sat, 25 Feb 2023 00:15:00 -0500

The Inside Podcast is back and it's time to make the Rockets shed tears of sorrow. On today's pod, Kevin of the Boston DoubleDowns joins us to discuss his first ever BDL championship, how it feels to get that monkey off his back after more than a dozen seasons and what his plans are to build an East Division dynasty.

The Miggy Effect and AL Central Fantasy Future Impact Draft

BDL Podcast Network — Thu, 14 Jul 2022 00:15:00 -0500

It's been a pretty dang special 20-year career for the Detroit Tigers' Miguel Cabrera, MVP of untold numbers of championship clubs in fantasy. To celebrate Miggy's career and talk about his place in fantasy baseball's modern era, we're joined on today's show by Pallazzo Podcast host and Detroit native Michael Govier. Following that conversation, we conduct the Inside Pod's AL Central Fantasy Future Impact Draft! Is there an heir apparent to Miggy among the AL Central's best prospects? Also on today's show, we chat with Michael about his recent experience at the National Fantasy Baseball Championship Main Event draft held in fabulous Las Vegas. Don't forget to connect with The Inside Pod on Twitter @CanAmSuperShow.

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Dynasty Rebuilds: What's the Blueprint?

BDL Podcast Network — Sat, 02 Jul 2022 00:15:00 -0500

Reloading, rebuilding, whatever you call it, recognizing you need to do it is a painful process, followed by a lot of hard work and diligence. We’re here today to talk about the blueprint of a rebuild in dynasty leagues, the do’s and the don’ts, and the long (or sometimes short) road back to the title picture. Special thanks to BDL legend and master rebuilder, Joe of the Ahwatukee Amish Brotherhood for joining us for today's conversation. Don't forget to connect with The Inside Pod on Twitter @CanAmSuperShow.

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Retro Sports Gaming With Tecmo Grandmaster Brad Bell

BDL Podcast Network — Sat, 23 Apr 2022 00:15:00 -0500

Have you ever wondered how your retro sports video game skills match up against the best of the best? You'll have an opportunity to find out this summer at the Tecmo Bowl World Championship! Tecmo/R.B.I. Baseball tournament founder Brad Bell joins the show today to discuss his love of classic sports gaming, including Tecmo Bowl and R.B.I. Baseball. We also conduct the five-round Inside Podcast Retro Sports Gaming Draft. Did your favorite retro sports game make the cut? Find out on today's show, where you'll also learn about an upcoming feature-length documentary chronicling the Tecmo Bowl World Championship. Don't forget to connect with The Inside Pod on Twitter @CanAmSuperShow.

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Baseball is Back and So Are the Vegas Odds

BDL Podcast Network — Sat, 19 Mar 2022 00:15:00 -0500

Baseball is back and so are we for a BDL Mothership Edition of The Inside Pod. We’re diving deep into the Black Diamond League’s 2022 season projections, including the official reveal of this year’s Vegas Odds! Thanks to Alex of the BDL's Greysview Lions who joins the show to help make sense of it all.

Forever Windows in Dynasty -- Do They Exist?

BDL Podcast Network — Sat, 26 Feb 2022 00:15:00 -0500

Is it possible to never suck in a long-term dynasty baseball league? We attempt to answer that very question on today's pod as Fantrax.com contributor and co-host of the Next On Deck Podcast Ryan Venancio joins the show to talk about forever windows in fantasy baseball. Plus, we address the latest MLB lockout headlines at the top of the pod. Don't forget to connect with The Inside Pod on Twitter @CanAmSuperShow. While you're at it, give Ryan Venancio a follow @ven_armbarn and @NoDSports.

FYPD Reactions and I WANT MY SPRING TRAINING

BDL Podcast Network — Sat, 12 Feb 2022 00:15:00 -0500

As the MLB lockout inches dangerously close to the scheduled start of spring training, we discuss the possible fantasy ramifications of the universal DH in the Major Leagues after comments made this week by Commissioner Rob Manfred. Plus, BDL Draft Specialist Matt of the Carolina Cardinals joins the show to reveal his top five draft grades following the 2022 BDL First Year Player Draft.

BDL's Biggest Losers on the Verge of Rebirth

BDL Podcast Network — Sat, 15 Jan 2022 00:15:00 -0500

After an offseason of big moves, the Memphis Chicks are on the verge of turning the BDL's biggest loser into a contender. BDL GM Zach joins the show today to discuss his club’s meteoric rise in the South Division and what that means for a franchise that has never won a division title in its long history. Plus, mailbag questions at the top of the show!

BDL Round 1 Mock Draft Extravaganza!

BDL Podcast Network — Sat, 01 Jan 2022 00:15:00 -0500

With the holidays in the rearview, that can only mean one thing in the Black Diamond League: It’s almost draft time! In this episode of the pod, the BDL Round 1 Mock Draft is presented courtesy of mock draft specialist and author of the Minorly Important blog series, Chris of the Malibu Bay Beers. Join us as we outline all sixteen picks in the first round of the upcoming draft. Plus, after the mock draft, we take some time to catch up with the Beers and chat about their title hopes in 2022 as well as the state of the BDL’s North Division.

A Very Wallaby Christmas

BDL Podcast Network — Sat, 25 Dec 2021 00:15:00 -0500

Merry Christmas, knuckleheads! On this episode of BDL Baseball's The Inside Podcast, Brent drops by to remind the league the Portsmuth Wallabies are still a factor in the South. We were excited to learn about his plans for the Wallabies heading into 2022 and get his thoughts about the rapidly-evolving South Division. We also chat about Minor League culture, the pioneering days of the Black Diamond League and another BDL GM's peculiar taste in ice cream. Plus, against our better judgment, we conduct the BDL General Manager Easy Peasy Mock Draft. Stay tuned to find out where each BDL club ranks in this new mock.

Hell Hath (Allegedly) Frozen

BDL Podcast Network — Sat, 11 Dec 2021 00:15:00 -0500

On this episode of BDL Baseball's The Inside Podcast, the fantasy baseball GOAT joins the show to discuss what is sure to be the NorCal Damage's 16th consecutive playoff run next season.... OR IS IT? Bill gets candid about his club's incredible history and its shocking future. Plus, Jose Altuve is back with Rockland and that spells doom for the entire BDL as the Rockets load up for yet another championship chase in 2022.

Scorelander Games Deals Up a Winner

BDL Podcast Network — Sat, 20 Nov 2021 00:15:00 -0500

On this episode of The Inside Podcast, the founder of Scorelander Games joins the show, whose new tabletop card game, BAT FLIP, is scheduled to hit Kickstarter early next year. We spend time chatting with the founder of the company about the new game, the Minor Leagues and more. Plus, we MOCK the AMERICAN ROCK MOCK draft that burned its way through the Twitterverse this week courtesy of 15 personalities throughout baseball. Special thanks to the Boston DoubleDowns and Memphis Chicks for giving us a big, juicy trade to analyze on the show! At the top of this episode, we examine Kris Bryant’s move to the Chicks in exchange for Josh Bell, Tristan McKenzie and MacKenzie Gore. To learn more about BAT FLIP, the new tabletop card game from Scorelander Games, visit the game’s website at www.batflipgame.com and check them out on Twitter @ScorelanderG and on Instagram @BatFlipGame. While you're at it, don't forget to connect with The Inside Pod on Twitter @CanAmSuperShow.

Vipers Marching

BDL Podcast Network — Sat, 23 Oct 2021 00:15:00 -0500

The Wallabies clearly felt left out of the South Division Shuffle Party and decided to hop in with both feet. We’re about to discuss their acquisition of the MLB stolen bases leader and what it means for the growing complexity of the BDL South. Plus, for the very first time, we hear from the Chula Vista Vipers GM on today’s pod. You’ll get to hear first hand about the direction of the Vipers and a lot more, including what has to be a record-setting collection of Dave Matthews Band records. Also, more hot-topic mailbag questions!

Seismic South Division Trades and the First Lady of the BDL

BDL Podcast Network — Fri, 08 Oct 2021 00:15:00 -0500

Earth-shattering moves are happening on the trade market and we can’t decide what that means for the BDL’s South Division. On today's show, Mike and Scotty sit down to analyze the aftermath of those trades, including Aaron Judge changing jerseys! Plus, Retired BDL Veteran JoBeth of the Jupiter JoSox joins the show to recount her amazing 2007 Minor League Draft, her voiceover work for Two Men On and discuss the staying power of the BDL. But, that's not all.... We’ve also got mailbag questions! You asked, we delivered. Tune in to this episode for The Inside Pod’s first mailbag segment.

Rockets Keep Keepin' it Perfect

BDL Podcast Network — Fri, 24 Sep 2021 00:15:00 -0500

No special guest on today's show as we celebrate the Inside Pod co-host's 2021 BDL Championship victory over the Crawford Cramps. In this episode, we get inside with Mike of the Rockland Rockets to discuss his championship run and what it’s going to take to pull off the league’s first three-peat next season. Plus, our Mount Rushmore segment returns as we debate the four greatest BDL Finals Matchups of all time. Spoiler alert: Last week’s shellacking doesn’t make the list.

Close, But No Cigar

BDL Podcast Network — Sun, 29 Aug 2021 00:15:00 -0500

The 2021 BDL playoff bracket is full of headlines and The Inside Pod is here to make sense of it all. Newly-crowned North Division Champion Chris of the Beers joins the show to discuss Crawford's failed bid at history and help Mike and Scotty make predictions for every round of the playoffs.

Nothing Grounds the Elevation

BDL Podcast Network — Fri, 13 Aug 2021 00:15:00 -0500

On today's episode, we get inside with BDL legend and long-time Kill Devil Hills GM Ort of the Elevation. It was great to hear from Ort after the up-and-down year he’s had. Even with the club’s challenges this year, the Elevation are still in the playoff hunt and we took time to pick the GM's brain about where the Elevation are on the BDL ladder, where they’re headed and what, if anything, can be done to slow down his West Division-rival Crawford Cramps. Plus, Mount Rushmore rears all four of its ugly heads for the first time in this installment of the pod. We’re trying out a new segment we hope you’ll enjoy near the top of today’s show.

Ain't No Buffalo Party in Boston

BDL Podcast Network — Sat, 07 Aug 2021 00:15:00 -0500

On today's show, we get inside with Kevin of the Boston DoubleDowns, whose club looks poised for one of its more exciting playoff runs since the team's heartbreaking loss in the BDL Finals eight years ago. Plus, our Buffaloed in the BDL segment examines the stories of several of the league's bridesmaids and crowns the BDL's King Buffalo. Sadly, the rest get left at the altar (again).

O Canada! We Send Fanny Packs to Thee

BDL Podcast Network — Sat, 17 Jul 2021 00:15:00 -0500

On today's show, we get inside with Stephen of the Moncton Mounties, the BDL's newest addition who finds himself embroiled in the league's only hotly-contested race for a division crown. Plus, a cramp-tastic apology is extended to one West Division club.

Something on the Air Tonight

BDL Podcast Network — Sun, 11 Apr 2021 00:15:00 -0500

On today's show, we get inside with Jon of the Woo and Jhonny of the Killer Cars, two pillars of the BDL who helped revolutionize the fantasy sports experience in the early days of the Black Diamond League with the launches of Two Men On and Stuck in the Ivy on BDL Radio and BDL TV.

A Conversation About Those Trusty CBS Projections (2021 Edition)

BDL Podcast Network — Sun, 21 Mar 2021 00:15:00 -0500

It's 2021 season preview time! In today's show, we reveal preseason PowerScores for each team in the BDL, discuss each division's projected winner and announce our picks for the BDL Championship. For this super-sized show, we brought in reinforcements to sort things out, including former BDL Champion Chris of the Beers and title-less BDL legend Joe of the Amish Brotherhood.

All About Those Picks, 'Bout Those Picks, No Amish

BDL Podcast Network — Sat, 06 Mar 2021 00:15:00 -0500

On today's show, BDL Draft specialist Matt of the Carolina Cardinals joins us to discuss the winners and losers of the recent 2021 draft. Plus, we stare in horror as the Amish Brotherhood GM trips and falls off the mountain yet again.

The Unimpeachable Crawford Cramps

BDL Podcast Network — Sun, 14 Feb 2021 00:15:00 -0500

On today's show, the Crawford Cramps GM takes us on a journey down his remarkable path to making an unsuspecting Republican write fat checks. Also, we discuss the upcoming 2021 Cramps campaign as the club eyes reclaiming the West Division. Finally, Mike Trout is available for a small fortune.

Does Anyone Have Conor's Number?

BDL Podcast Network — Sun, 31 Jan 2021 00:15:00 -0500

In today's show, the GraysView Lions GM gets inside to recount his unique road to the BDL and... defend his love of Korean boy bands? Also, Alex discusses his club's first year in the league and gets candid about the trades that have recalibrated the franchise.

Gettin' Chicky With It

BDL Podcast Network — Thu, 31 Dec 2020 00:15:00 -0500

In this pilot installment of The Inside Podcast, the BDL's Memphis Chicks GM joins the show to discuss his club's growth and odds for a successful 2021 season. Plus, we delve into fantasy baseball during COVID, the Rockets' second BDL trophy and reactions from the recent BDBA rookie draft.