Around the Bases 2.11: 2025 MLB Season Preview with Special Guest Nicholas Pepin!

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Baseball fever is in full swing as we dive into our annual MLB season preview with special guest Nicholas Pepin from Pop Culture Roulette joining hosts Charlie Semar and Tim Sternberg. The excitement is palpable as we count down to Opening Day and dissect what promises to be another thrilling season.

Tim kicks things off with a spring training highlight, recounting his thrilling encounter with Juan Soto that resulted in a coveted autograph amid a chaotic crowd. This leads to passionate discussions about the biggest offseason moves, including the Mets' blockbuster signing of Soto and whether this positions them as serious contenders in a stacked NL East.

The conversation takes a fascinating turn as we analyze Mike Trout's transition to right field and whether this change might finally help him stay healthy enough to reach the playoffs with the Angels. Nicholas provides insider perspective on the Angels' prospects, acknowledging last year's franchise-worst 99 losses while maintaining cautious optimism for improvement in the weakest division in baseball.

We leave no division untouched, debating whether the Dodgers' unprecedented spending spree guarantees them another championship, if the Orioles' young core can continue their ascent, and which Central Division team might surprise everyone. Along the way, we share candid assessments of stadium experiences throughout the league, with Tropicana Field earning unanimous derision as baseball's most dismal venue.

The episode culminates with our sleeper picks for breakout stars, including Mark Vientos, Logan O'Hoppe, and Bobby Witt Jr. (a bold MVP prediction), providing listeners with names to watch as the season unfolds. Whether you're a casual fan or a baseball obsessive, our blend of statistical analysis, personal experiences, and passionate debate captures everything that makes Opening Day one of the most anticipated moments on the sports calendar.

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Follow Nicholas, along with his buddies Jeremy and Jordan over at their podcast "Pop Culture Roulette!" https://open.spotify.com/show/52b53b3eRwMyp1PQpsNtGN

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