Sports Illustrated's Tom Verducci joins Adam Weinrib and MLB insider Robert Murray to break down the biggest stories shaping baseball ahead of the trade deadline.

They discuss the Mets' future, the Red Sox' surprising resurgence, the Angels' front office shakeup, the Blue Jays' recent struggles, unexpected playoff contenders, and which teams are most likely to buy or sell as deadline season heats up. Plus, Tom shares his thoughts on the upcoming All-Star Game and the players he's most excited to watch.

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Mets’ Future, Red Sox Push, and Surprising Buyers and Sellers w/ Tom Verducci | The Baseball Insiders

It's time for a midseason prospect check-in!

Adam Weinrib and Eric Cole revisit their preseason Rookie of the Year predictions, discuss the biggest prospect breakouts and disappointments across baseball, highlight this week's Risers & Fallers, and look ahead to the MLB Draft as prospect rankings continue to shift.

Plus, they discuss several fast-rising names who could make a major impact during the second half of the season.

FanSided's Top 100 MLB Prospects of 2026: https://fansided.com/mlb/fansided-s-top-100-mlb-prospects-of-2026

Chapters:

0:00 Welcome Back & Midseason Check-In

2:40 National League Rookie of the Year Race

6:50 American League Rookie of the Year Race

12:25 Prospect Breakouts We Predicted

14:30 Biggest Surprise Breakout Prospects

18:00 Most Surprising Prospect Slumps

19:45 Risers of the Week

23:30 Fallers of the Week

25:45 MLB Draft & Futures Game Preview

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Midseason MLB Prospect Check-In: Rookie of the Year Race & Biggest Breakouts! | The Baseball Insiders

Major front office changes in Anaheim could reshape the MLB trade deadline.

Adam Weinrib and Robert Murray break down the Angels moving on from Perry Minasian, what John Mozeliak's arrival means, and whether Los Angeles will finally embrace selling. Plus, the latest on Boston's deadline plans, Jarren Duran's trade value, the Blue Jays' alarming losing streak, the Cardinals' uncertain direction, and why the Astros may be positioning themselves to buy after another big weekend.

The trade market is taking shape, and the latest rumors could have major implications across baseball.

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