In Episode 26 of The On Deck Podcast, Roberto breaks down both the American and National League All-Star ballots, spotlighting major snubs like Jonathan Aranda, Brandon Lowe, Jeremy Peña, Byron Buxton, Hunter Goodman, Elly De La Cruz, and James Wood. He critiques the flaws in the fan voting process, arguing it often favours popularity over performance, with examples like Mike Trout, Mookie Betts, and Teoscar Hernández. Roberto offers his deserving picks backed by stats and context, and wraps the episode with a wild James Wood stat and a tease for a returning guest to discuss trades and league leaders. Don't forget to like and subscribe!

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In this episode of The On Deck Podcast, Roberto sits down with pitcher Malkolm Barrett for a deep dive into the art and mindset of pitching. They discuss when Malkolm first started taking pitching seriously, his pregame rituals, and the toughest pitch he’s had to master. He shares what pitch he leans on in high-pressure moments and the one he's working to add to his arsenal. The conversation wraps with his take on the swing-and-miss vs. pitch-to-contact debate and what truly separates a good pitcher from a great one. Don't forget to like and subscribe!

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In episode 24 of The On Deck Podcast, Roberto covers a wave of exciting MLB prospect call-ups—highlighting Jack Caglianone, Jacob Misiorowski, Roman Anthony, and Christian Moore—and breaks down their early performances and long-term upside. He also reacts to the shocking Rafael Devers trade from the Red Sox to the Giants, questioning Boston’s direction while praising San Francisco’s push for contention. The episode includes a look at how teams are managing rosters amid injuries, Shohei Ohtani’s electric return to the mound, and a shoutout to Andrew McCutchen for reaching a franchise milestone, all while building anticipation for the playoff race and the upcoming All-Star break. Don't forget to like and subscribe!

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