Ryan is joined by native New Yorker and diehard Mets fan Alex Kokon. The guys discuss everything from Steve Cohen to Todd Hundley to Mr. Met. In fact, Alex talks about what it was like to be a minor league baseball mascot! Ryan recalls his favorite Met of the 90s, Howard Johnson, while Alex shares his story of meeting Doc Gooden. Ryan reminisces about pregaming at McFadden's Bar on a trip to CitiField in 2011 on a frigid, windy night. Youth correspondent John Glanzer shares why he'd cheer for the Mets over Yankees if forced to choose, and shares highlights of his Little League season.

Ryan is joined by Dr. David Mego, a native Pittsburgher, to talk all things Pirates. Ryan recounts his 2024 family trip to see PNC Park, while Dr. Mego recalls taking his would-be wife to a Pirates game at Three Rivers Stadium many years ago, and believing a Willie Stargell home run to be a sign that it was meant to be! It was a timely episode to record, as the Pirates relieved their manager Derek Shelton just prior to recording. Dr. Mego, who watches every Pirates game on MLB.TV, believes interim manager Don Kelly will have the respect of the Pirates players, as he's not far removed from his playing days. The two reminisce about Pirates from Jeff King to Mike LaValliere to Jason Kendall, and wonder if the team will do what it takes to sign Paul Skenes long-term. Youth correspondents John and Edie Glanzer give their two cents on all important Pirates matters.

Ryan is joined by coworker Jon Bortin to talk Milwaukee Brewers baseball! Ryan recalls stories of debauchery unfolding while tailgating for Twins vs Brewers games in the mid-2000s, while Jon recalls memories of attending games at County Stadium, listening to Bob Uecker, and the team's recent run of success. The pair touch on playoff heartbreak, franchise legends including Robin Yount, Paul Molitor, forgotten Brewer aces Cal Eldred and Ricky Bones, Bernie Brewer, sausage races and more. Youth correspondents John and Edie Glanzer break down the Brewers' fantasy studs and the team's nickname and colors.

Ryan is joined by special guest Dan Sinnett, a lifelong Cardinals fan who was literally buying 1987 World Series tickets at age 2, as he explains! Ryan recalls a recent visit to Busch Stadium where he sat with the family of Tommy Edman, while Dan relives getting swept up in McGwire's home run chase of '98. The guys talk greatest and most painful Cardinals moments in recent history (2011 and 1985, of course), debate the franchise's biggest legends (Gibson? Musial? McGee?), and many more topics, from Jack Buck to Fredbird. Youth correspondent John Glanzer, in first place in his fantasy baseball league, gives a strong report on his four Cardinal players, while Edie Glanzer colorfully describes the team's logo.

Ryan is joined by Travis Scott to talk all things Reds baseball, including whether the Reds have any real rivals, their riverfront ballpark, the history of the name "Reds", Pete Rose's Hall of Fame candidacy, Rob Dibble, Chris Sabo, Sparky Anderson and much more. Ryan draws many parallels between the Reds and his beloved Twins, while Travis makes connections between the Reds and Bengals. Youth correspondents John and Edie talk everything from Spencer Steer to the team logos and colors.

More importantly, Travis draws awareness to his charitable Cycling On Purpose initiative that will see him ride his bike across nine states this summer in support of ending the youth mental health crisis.

Ryan is joined by 80-year-old South Carolinian Jerry Smith to talk decades of following the White Sox through thick and thin! Jerry recalls players from Hoyt Wilhelm to Wilbur Wood to Aaron Rowand, and favorite ballpark memories from the South Side, including an infamous Sammy Sosa moment. Find out what caused Jerry to choose the White Sox over the Cubs at a young age, what prevented Ryan from attending a Sox game in '08, and their thoughts on the Sox' chances post-rebuild. Youth correspondent John makes a good case for cheering for the White Sox, while Edie gives her best Hawk Harrelson home run call.

Ryan forged onward with recording despite a nasty cold, talking all things Phillies with lifelong fan Derek Dienner. Ryan recalls rooting for the Phillies in the 1993 World Series, why he became a fan of Lenny Dykstra at the time, and how Always Sunny made the team more likable. Derek discusses his daughter's fear of the Phillie Phanatic, why Jimmy Rollins is so underrated, and offers a colorful analogy for the Phillies' City Connect uniforms. On the Youth Correspondent segment, John praises reliever Matt Strahm, while Edie makes an interesting guess as to what a Phillie actually is! If you can stomach listening to Ryan with his voice at 60% health, then you'll love our Phillies episode!

Ryan is joined by mega-fan Holt Pagano to talk about the Dodgers franchise throughout history. Holt shares stories of becoming a Dodgers fan through his grandfather, his fateful run-in Tommy Lasorda, and "running it back" for another title in the 2025 season. Ryan recalls memories of Hee-Seop Choi destroying the Twins and questions Holt on a variety of topics, from Dave Roberts to following a West Coast team in Oklahoma. Youth correspondents John and Edie Glanzer share thoughts on Shohei Ohtani, teeball, and team colors.