Your favorite podcast is back to cover everything in Season 2 and we mean everything. 83 days or 83 weeks? Sometimes we get caught up on the disrespect. We're not falling for these mind games. Less of a grind or more XP? Also, Wrong Place Raffy. Swimming in shallow pools. Shared IP or great idea? Bonus: We have our first ever guest! ------ Music: G…

84 days later, we're wrapping up Set 1 the only way we know how. We didn't even close to the million. Being a Cubs fan sure is expensive this year. Not one, but two surprises for us? The Math continues to not Math. Also, is anybody listening? Please support the San Diego Legal Defense Fund -- it's probably a thing. Bonus: It's so hard to say goodby…

Season 4 finally arrives with a bang! MLB The Show 24 is off to... a... start and we have feelings and opinions. Getting you up to speed on everything. Hey, new year, same Anthony Rizzo demands. We interrupt this podcast to fanboy over 300. Plus, more of the hot dogs you love. And everybody loves to recycle. Bonus: We decided to grade MLB The Show …

The penultimate of Season 3 sees your favorite electronic sports baseball video game podcast discussing a surprisingly high number of 99 overalls. OK, but how many is too many? We can't figure out how someone doesn't get a 99. I'm sorry, is Jonathan playing The Show again? Hot Take: This system isn't broken, but it does need some work. Also, shocke…

Your favorite Electronic Simulation Baseball Video Game Podcast is back to do the Choose Your Own Adventure we didn't choose last time! We weigh in on the appeal of Sets Collections 1, 2, and 3. The Show Cover Curse. We're still waiting on 99 overall Anthony Rizzo. The Boss Baby is back and what a difference a year makes. Also, how much would you p…

We're hosting a Choose Your Own Adventure as we select from one of two shows! One of our favorite cards makes their debut so we naturally have to compare and contrast. Reddit has opinions about everything and so do we. Also, Why won't this card series just die? And everyone's a winner. Bonus: Five pitches might be too many, but ten pitches for this…

The world's most powerful MLB The Show podcast returns to dig through the massive glut of Set 2 cards. We demand a card that was already delivered. We have a real problem with some of these nicknames. Wrestling vs Zelda? Yeah! Also, we're not mad, we're just disappointed. Put some respect on their names. Bonus: Why not, let's just make it a guessin…

A podcast you've familiarized yourself with is back and we're discussing player Charisma. Go ahead and put a ring on it, San Diego. You want to know what really grinds our gears? Is this too many cards? Also, we have a problem with the Set program design. Plus, we don't like fonts. Bonus: We finally have a jingle and there's some ad space available…

Your favorite video game's favorite podcast's third closest rival is back and focused on Storylines. Is this the best thing Sony San Diego has ever produced? (Spoiler: Yes, and it's not even close.) Would you rather play in New Jersey or Philadelphia? Trouble with the Curve. We're in it for a collector's hat. Also, we're starting a GoFundMe to buy …

Your favorite video game's favorite podcast returns for its third season! There's a lot to unpack in this episode as we cover everything we know leading up to the launch of MLB The Show 23. The hype train is in full force. Storylines is going to be amazing, we just know it. Will Jonathan still play '21? There are "Legends" and then there are Legend…

Season 2 comes to a close as the guys discuss the final two "... of the Franchise" Featured Programs. We have a focus group mentality. Why'd you quit? The highs and lows of '22. Please put some respect on it. Who's going to be the big Legend for '23? Also, we got the Greatest Card of All Time until it wasn't? Bonus: Cleveland has a hot dog with Fru…

The Supreme Council has much to discuss in this episode. Like, so much stuff has happened since the last one. Getting ready for all the "... of the Franchise" programs. There are some really sad card choices. Retro Finest Andrew McCutchen is bae. Also, someone wants The Show to be tougher. Bonus: Pack Odd Math is a scam. ------ Music: "You're The D…

Hey, we're all friends here and it's finally time to cover Postseason Roy Halladay (but not his friends). The Future of the Franchise is full of improvements. We'd bench the Raphel Devers Player of the Month card for who? Also, Finest George Brett is expensive, what's the plan to pay for it? Thanks, SDS! No, seriously, thank you. Bonus: We finally …

The High Council convenes to reflect on the Spring Cleanup program. Oh, we have thoughts on the Hitting Engine fiasco. Also, it's all downhill from here. We need tempered expectations. Does anyone have the time? Anthony Rizzo: Player of the Month? Bonus: It's all a hype machine. ------ Music: "You're The Dummy" by Derek Clegg Twitter: @ThisIsThePay…

Season 2 is in full swing as we reflect on the Faces of the Franchise Program. Is it possible it can be both good and bad? Meet Mark Trout? The MLBTheShowCompanionApp is the best way to save your marriage. Early feedback on MLB The Show on Nintendo Switch is what? Bonus: What's the greatest Comic Book movie? ------ Music: "You're The Dummy" by Dere…

Your favorite podcast's favorite podcast returns for Season 2! The guys get together to introduce the revamped format of The Payoff Pitch. Let's take some time to discuss some of the changes made to MLB The Show. Shohei seems pretty generous. Are those guys really legends? Bonus: How about we sneak in the best and worst of 21? ------ Music: "You're…

The long sabbatical comes to an end as the High Council convenes to discuss Team Affinity 5. So are these cards actual good? Did Nick's Finest investments pan out? Hint: We might still be stub rich. A Mike Trout power move. Awards Szn is coming. Bonus: What would come on a Nick Style Dog? Also, we have a famous fan. Like, really famous. ------ Musi…

The guys finally decide to discuss the 8th Inning Program. Tough choice in the Boss Pack? Sure are a lot of Finest Series cards. Willie Mays at First Base? Also, Buster Posey, professional back-up. How athletic do you need to be to play Third? Bonus: Is Jonathan really hosting the show? ------ Music: "You're The Dummy" by Derek Clegg Twitter: @This…

The final big payoff from September is here and the guys are very disappointed with the Player of the Month program. Was this the best they had to offer? Who will make The Squad? Also, we're working remote now. And we'll have a guest host next week. Don't get too excited. Bonus: Yadier Molina is here and why isn't his defense better? ------ Music: …

It's stretch time as the guys discuss the 7th Inning Program. Is there too much power? Who thought these were Classics? A Gwynn vs Aaron debate actually happens. Also, Nick is still spending too much on cards. The new rotation number is revealed. Bonus: Seriously, has anyone seen a PlayStation lying around? ------ Music: "You're The Dummy" by Derek…

Team Affinity 4 is packed with incredible opportunities for new Squad members. The guys break down 6 positional candidates. Some of these cards are ridiculous. A purge is coming. Is Jimmy Rolling a G.O.A.T.? Also, sorry, he doesn't have a Catcher secondary. Jonathan lost his PlayStation? Get ready to stretch. Bonus: 7th Inning predictions. Would yo…

The big payoff for August is finally here and some of these choices really disappoint the guys. Moments aren't fun. The Squad picks up two new members. The Player of the Month program could use more diversity. Also, sponsorship opportunities present themselves. Everyone plays First Base. Bonus: The guys can't stop looking ahead to other programs. J…

The 6th Inning is here and the guys decide which of the new Bosses is most deserving of making The Squad. A favorite player must go. Nick went on a spending spree during the week off, it wasn't well received. Did Pedro deserve this card? Also, the September Daily Moment rewards are a bust. The guys are very bad with names. Bonus: More investment op…

Technical difficulties and a slow week for content lead the guys down a rabbit hole of Ranked Seasons and Battle Royal rewards. OK, it might actually be Buctober. Nick thinks there are conspiracies afoot. Also, Jason Kendall versus The Big Sandwich? You decide! Bonus: A can't-miss investment tip that could easily backfire and there's a future forma…

There's a certain magic in the air as the guys dive into the Field of Dreams program and with it, Signature Roberto Clemente. The Hierarchy of Needs loses a step as Kris Bryant finally gets his Diamond. Also, we're really close to Touchin' McCutchen. The guys want a new pitcher introduced in the game. Bonus: The guys pitch Mike Trout some movie ide…

July's big payoff is finally here as the guys discuss the Player of the Month program. Tampa Bay gets another suspect card. The G.O.A.T. Closer Name. Now this is a Super Utility player. What's with the lack of team diversity? Is this Joey Votto better than his MVP card? Bonus: Nick considers changing a fundamental rule of the Squad. ------ Music: "…

The guys are back from vacation and are jumping right back in with the 5th Inning Program. One of the guys claims we've already seen the best card for August. Jonathan's biggest Offline Grind to date. And the countdown is on, so get ready. Also, who's that Pokémon? Can we get a certain unsigned MLB draftee to be our new 4th host? ------ Music: "You…

The guys get together to dig through the mass of Team Affinity 3. SIX new players make The Squad! Also, we might need a whole new team, our Bench is a mess, and how much content fiber is too much? Bonus: Can we convince ourselves this Craig Kimbrel is actually good? ------ Music: "You're The Dummy" by Derek Clegg Twitter: @ThisIsThePayoff Twitch: G…

Is June's big payoff the best Lightning Card of All Time? The guys discuss the Player of the Month program and make even more changes to the Squad. The rotation is too big, maybe we should add more pitchers to it. Bonus: Early Team Affinity 3 thoughts and more great investment advice. ------ Music: "You're The Dummy" by Derek Clegg Twitter: @ThisIs…

No victory lap for the guys as they get together to debate which 4th Inning Boss is getting added to The Squad. Also, why are the Henchmen a dud? The Home Run Derby is lame? How many Wander Francos are too many? Bonus: Nick shares how much he spent on Signature Series Anthony Rizzo. What is the Boss pick for a Dairy Queen Choice Pack? ------ Music:…

The guys are in celebration mode as Signature Series Anthony Rizzo joins The Squad. Also, Nick's Market Watch picks finally paid off. Bonus: The guys are making their picks for the 4th Inning Bosses. ------ Music: "You're The Dummy" by Derek Clegg Twitter: @ThisIsThePayoff Twitch: GitGudNick Email: payoffpod@elohel.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.co…

The 3rd Inning debate finally takes place! It's up to the guys to replace at least 2 of the Squad's problem players. Also, apologies are made and someone has to eat crow multiple times. Bonus: Lord love a lefty. And is Nick's patience wearing thin? ------ Music: "You're The Dummy" by Derek Clegg Twitter: @ThisIsThePayoff Twitch: GitGudNick Email: p…

It's time for May to shine as the guys discuss the Player of the Month program and select new members for the Squad. Plus, we're jumping the gun on the new packs! Bonus: OK, but is he really a Hall of Famer? Also, was THIS card really the best they could come up with? ------ Music: "You're The Dummy" by Derek Clegg Twitter: @ThisIsThePayoff Twitch:…

The guys discuss the hodgepodge mess that is the Kitchen Sink Choice Pack and decide to add a couple cards to The Squad. Plus, props to SDS for finally giving a player his due? Bonus: The guys really want a karate master and love awesome nicknames. ------ Music: "You're The Dummy" by Derek Clegg Twitter: @ThisIsThePayoff Twitch: GitGudNick Email: p…

The guys get together to discuss the 2nd Season of Team Affinity and select the first three cards to make it onto the Squad. On-the-spot math is harder than you think. Also, Lou Gehrig was really good in the 1928 World Series. Bonus: An idea to improve Conquest and mixed opinions on the Collection Reward. ------ Music: "You're The Dummy" by Derek C…

The guys get together to discuss which of the World Series, Battle Royal, and Gold Glove Event rewards are worth the time to add to the Squad. They also reveal the secret to adding a certain Yankee legend to your Diamond Dynasty squad. Bonus: Eddie Mathews might be better than given credit for and super successful investment tips. ------ Music: "Yo…

The High Council finally convenes to discuss The 2nd Inning and which of the cards are going to make the cut and join The Squad. Spoiler: Nick leans heavily on pitching. Again. Bonus: The guys make cases for players they'd like see added to The Show and why Fred McGriff isn't fighting crime in his Moments. ------ Music: "You're The Dummy" by Derek …

April's big payoff is finally here as the guys discuss the Player of the Month program and select 4 cards to make the Squad. Bonus: The guys cover the Headliners 6 pack and why it's lame. ------ Music: "You're The Dummy" by Derek Clegg Twitter: @ThisIsThePayoff Twitch: GitGudNick Email: payoffpod@elohel.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy fo…

The guys dive into the Space 2 Choice Pack to see which cards are worth adding to the squad. Nick also breaks down his new created stadium and if it's a hit or miss. Bonus: The guys discuss the Headliner 4 pack and what makes that card so special. ------ Music: "You're The Dummy" by Derek Clegg Twitter: @ThisIsThePayoff Twitch: GitGudNick Email: pa…

The guys discuss which cards among the 1st Inning bounties will be worthy of joining the Diamond Dynasty squad. And are any of the cards actually worth the grind? ------ Music: "You're The Dummy" by Derek Clegg Twitter: @ThisIsThePayoff Twitch: GitGudNick Email: payoffpod@elohel.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

The guys get together to decide which of the 42 Series Choice Packs will be deemed worthy of joining the squad. ------ Music: "You're The Dummy" by Derek Clegg Twitter: @ThisIsThePayoff Twitch: GitGudNick Email: payoffpod@elohel.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.