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Chicago Cubs pitcher Cade Horton throws against the San Diego Padres in a spring training game at Sloan Park.

Right-handed pitcher Cade Horton has a 1.24 ERA in 29 innings with the Triple-A Iowa Cubs this season. Fastball On SI columnist Jack Ankony shared his thoughts on the move in Friday's episode of The Payoff Pitch podcast.

Chicago Cubs pitcher Cade Horton throws against the San Diego Padres in a spring training game at Sloan Park.

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Right-handed pitcher Cade Horton has a 1.24 ERA in 29 innings with the Triple-A Iowa Cubs this season. Fastball On SI columnist Jack Ankony shared his thoughts on the move in Friday's episode of The Payoff Pitch podcast.

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Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Justin Steele (35) throws against the Toronto Blue Jays at Wrigley Field.

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On the latest episode of the Payoff Pitch Podcast, "On SI" MLB writers Tom Brew, Brady Farkas and Jack Ankony discuss the loaded NL West division, the mediocre American League, the Cubs sending Matt Shaw down to Triple-A, Justin Steele's injury and more.

Boston Red Sox pitcher Garrett Crochet (35) throws against the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Field.

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After the first week of the 2025 MLB season, "On SI" baseball writers Tom Brew, Brady Farkas, Jack Ankony and Brandon Brown met for another episode of the Payoff Pitch Podcast to discuss the Dodgers' 8-0 start, the Braves' 0-7 record and more.

Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani (17) adjusts his elbow pad during his at bat at Angel Stadium on March 25.

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Every year I pick three MLB teams to go over their win totals, and three to go under, and it's a fun exercise. I've gone 5-1 two yeas in a row, so here are my choices as we start the 2025 season on Thursday. Who are your picks?

Chicago Cubs staff assistant Franklin Font (left) and second baseman Javier Baez (right) hoist the 2016 World Series trophy.

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The ''Fastball on SI'' baseball site is well read, and in 2025 we're taking the next big step, adding national baseball columns and opinion pieces. Tom Brew, Jack Ankony and Brady Farkas will be sharing their thoughts every day starting Thursday.

Former Boston Red Sox' Join 'The Payoff Pitch' From the HOF Classic

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Last Saturday, our own Brady Farkas had a chance to go and cover the Hall of Fame Classic in Cooperstown, NY. There, he caught up with multiple former Red Sox players. You can hear those interviews, all between :45-2:30, below.

Former Seattle Mariners Join 'The Payoff Pitch' at the Hall of Fame Classic

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This past Saturday in Cooperstown, NY, our own Brady Farkas got a chance to catch up with several former Seattle Mariners players to talk about their memories in Seattle. Each interaction lasts between :30 and 2:00, so they are easy to listen to.

Jon Shestakofsky From the Baseball Hall of Fame Joins 'The Payoff Pitch'

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Jon Shestakofsky of the Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown joins our own Brady Farkas this week on 'The Payoff Pitch' podcast to talk about the Hall of Fame Classic, the commissioning of the USS Cooperstown, the Hall of Fame's methodology on artifacts a

Is the Chicago White Sox' Window Closing?

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Under rookie manager Pedro Grifol, the Chicago White Sox are off to terrible, 7-19 start. The club has lost eight straight games and currently sits in fourth place in a weak American League Central division. On the latest episode of the Jack Vita Show, Bo

WATCH: Pittsburgh Pirates Have Themselves to Blame for Oneil Cruz Injury

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The Pittsburgh Pirates have lost star shortstop Oneil Cruz for the next 10-12 weeks after breaking his ankle on Sunday in a play at home plate against the Chicago White Sox. The Pirates were mad at White Sox catcher Seby Zavala, but Brady Farkas of 'The P

NL East Preview Podcast: Mets, Braves, Phillies All in Ring-Chasing Mode

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The Atlanta Braves are the favorite to repeat as division champs, but the New York Mets are a real threat, even after losing closer Edwin Diaz for the season. The Philadelphia Phillies got to the World Series and look even better after adding Trea Turner,

Former Mets, Nationals Star Daniel Murphy Attempting Comeback

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The longtime NL East stalwart has signed with the Long Island Ducks of the Atlantic League.

2023 MLB Preview: AL West Over Under Win Total Projections

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With spring training underway, we begin our six-part 2023 MLB Preview Series on the Jack Vita Show, by taking a close look at the American League West. Jack and Anthony Franze provide outlooks and win total projections for all five of the division's teams

The Biggest Snubs from the MLB Hall of Fame Class of 2023

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In the latest episode of the Jack Vita Show, we discuss the Hall of Fame cases for the players on the 2023 writer's ballot for the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum. Should Jeff Kent, Todd Helton, Andruw Jones, Andy Pettitte and Billy Wagner made

Interview with Former Oakland A's Pitcher, MLB Record-Holder Ryan Dull

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MLB pitcher Ryan Dull recently visited the Jack Vita Show to discuss what it was like playing with Stephen Vogt and Barry Zito, the Oakland Athletics' facilities compared to other teams, the role religion plays in an MLB clubhouse, the Major League Baseba

MLB Hot Stove: Will Trevor Bauer Pitch in 2023?

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Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Trevor Bauer had his suspension reduced, and is allowed to pitch in 2023. The Dodgers are expected to release Bauer, but will they? And will another team pick him up before Opening Day? We discuss in the latest episode

The Best and Worst Free Agent Contracts of the 2022-2023 Off-Season

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As the MLB hot stove begins to cool off and the new year approaches, Jack Vita, Jay Fischer and Mario Lanza discuss the best and worst free agent signings and contracts of the winter.

MLB Hot Stove: Which Team Signed the Best Free Agent Shortstop Contract?

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Carlos Correa is the last of the four All-Star free agent shortstops to find a new home this winter, after he agreed to a 12-year, $315 million contract with the New York Mets, as his deal fell apart with the San Francisco Giants. Dansby Swanson agreed to

Exclusive Interview with a Toms River East Little League Star

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Three-time Survivor star and MLB wife Stephenie LaGrossa Kendrick returns to the Jack Vita Show, bringing with her a very special guest... her 11-year-old nephew Philipp LaGrossa! Philipp played for Toms River East, New Jersey state champions in 2022. Tom

Stephenie LaGrossa Interviews Little League Star Nephew Philipp LaGrossa

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Three-time Survivor star and MLB wife Stephenie LaGrossa Kendrick returns to the Jack Vita Show, bringing with her a very special guest... her 11-year-old nephew Philipp LaGrossa! Philipp played for Toms River East, New Jersey state champions in 2022.

OPINION: Astros' Depth Was Difference-Maker in 2022 World Series vs. Phillies

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The Houston Astros won their second World Series title Saturday night, defeating the Philadelphia Phillies 4-1. In the latest episode of the Jack Vita Show, we discuss how the Astros' depth won them their second championship, how Rob Thomson made a major

MLB Playoffs: What Astros Need to Do to Win Second World Series Title

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Former Major League outfielder Michael 'Mike' Huff visits the Jack Vita Show to break down the first five games of the World Series between the Houston Astros and Philadelphia Phillies, and preview game six and game seven in Houston.

MLB Hot Stove: Assessing the Hire of New Chicago White Sox Manager Pedro Grifol

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Former Chicago White Sox outfielder Michael 'Mike' Huff recently visited the Jack Vita Show to weigh in on the hiring of the White Sox new manager and break down the first five games of the World Series.

World Series Champion Kyle Kendrick Reflects on 2008 Philadelphia Phillies

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2008 World Series champion Kyle Kendrick shares memories from the Philadelphia Phillies' five-year National League East division title run between 2007 and 2011, the Phillies' 2022 World Series run, the art of pitching, and much more, on the latest episod

Around the South Podcast (Episode 2): Jaguars, Colts Heading in Opposite Directions

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There was a lot going on around the AFC South during Week 2, and there was plenty to talk about with our experts from around the country during this week's ''Around the South'' podcast. Plenty of great interviews and insight.