Rosters to Rings Podcast

Buy, Sell or Believe? MLB's Second Half

Thad Levine and Chet West break down the surprising White Sox, Boston’s resurgence and San Diego’s difficult trade deadline decision. Plus, the shrinking pitching market, and why MLB teams still can’t trade most draft picks. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

The Hidden Appeal of the Angels GM Job

What makes a front office job attractive, even when the team is struggling? Hosts Thad Levine and Chet West use the Angels' GM opening to explain how baseball executives evaluate ownership, payroll, player development, and long-term opportunity. It's a rare inside look at how front offices really think, followed by listener questions on the NBA offseason and MLB All-Star selections. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Hot Seats and Hard Caps with Jeff "Skin" Wade

Thad Levine and Chet West break down the early MLB managerial shakeups, including why the Mets moved on from Carlos Mendoza, how the Phillies have responded under Don Mattingly, and the difficult balance between front office decisions, injuries, and on-field performance. Thad offers an inside look at how organizations evaluate managers and when a change becomes necessary. Then, longtime Dallas sports radio host Jeff "Skin" Wade joins the show to explain the NBA's second apron rules and how they are reshaping roster construction across the league. Jeff also provides outlooks on the Bucks, Mavericks, Celtics, Timberwolves, and Trail Blazers. The crew finishes by answering a listener question and check in on the current state of Dallas sports.   See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Relegation: Baseball, World Cup, and Sorsby

Thad Levine and Chet West dig into the Brendan Sorsby story, including the gambling angle and what it says about the growing pressure around college athletes in the NIL and betting era. They also break down Team USA’s World Cup outlook and debate whether promotion and relegation could ever work in Major League Baseball. From transfers and sportsbooks to national teams and baseball’s competitive future, it’s a wide-ranging front office conversation across the sports landscape. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Labor Talks and Title Runs with New Co-Host Chet West

Rosters to Rings welcomes new co-host and longtime friend of the program Chet West to the show. Chet and Thad break down everything fans need to know about the current MLB labor negotiations, including the key issues being discussed, the role of a salary floor and cap, how television revenue impacts the process, and what both owners and players are really trying to accomplish behind the scenes. Thad provides a rare front office perspective on how these negotiations unfold and why the fact that both sides are talking is an encouraging sign. The conversation then shifts to the NBA Finals, roster construction, leadership, and whether championship teams need to experience playoff heartbreak before ultimately breaking through. Plus, Thad shares insights on veteran leadership, fan behavior, and the responsibilities organizations have in shaping team culture.   See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.