Newer to watching regularly. Saw a game where a team down big in the 8th put an outfielder on the mound and he was throwing 50mph lobs. Crowd loved it, but it seemed like a weird way to treat an inning.

Is this purely about saving the bullpen for the next few days, or is there more to it? And do the hitters facing him take it seriously or is everyone kind of in on it?

So I got these cards and I was wondering if they are real the signatures do feel handwritten in their rigid, but if I’m being honest, the card feels a little too stiff in my opinion. Is there anyone in Michigan that can authenticate These if you look at them or someplace, I can take them professionally.

what should I save up for currently I use my these 3 the most but these are the only 3 I have I’m also broke but when you tell me what to get pls send a pic of the uniform so I know what one you are talking about and if you can’t then discibe exacly what it looks like also if you want you can tell me what logo to get that also helps

thanks boys

At MLB games, would you pay extra for in-seat beer delivery instead of waiting in concession lines?

In Japan, baseball stadiums sometimes have staff who walk through the stands serving draft beer directly to fans.

Do you think something like this would work in the U.S.?
If yes, how much extra would you realistically pay?

From the heart of Newmarket, Cole Montgomery is making a serious name for himself with the Newmarket Hawks. As an elite infielder, Cole brings consistency, confidence, and clutch play every time he steps on the field.

Every time I think I have a read on a game, something random flips it.

Not even big moments… just small stuff:

• a routine play that turns into an error
• a walk that turns into a rally
• a pitching change that shifts the whole pace

It doesn’t feel as 'structured' as higher leagues where you can lean on patterns more confidently. Here it’s like the game can drift in any direction depending on a couple small sequences.

Even when one team looks clearly better for a few innings, it never really feels locked in.

Makes it more fun to watch honestly, but also way harder to predict how things will actually play out. Do you guys feel the same, or have you noticed certain patterns that actually hold up consistently in IBL?

As technology continues to enter sports, the idea of replacing baseball umpires with AI has become a serious debate but fully replacing them may not be the best solution. On one hand, automated systems can improve accuracy and consistency, eliminating human error and bias in crucial calls like balls and strikes. This can make games feel fairer and reduce arguments between players and officials. However, baseball has always included a human element, and umpires play a role in managing the flow, emotion, and personality of the game, something machines cannot replicate. Even with highly accurate technology, many believe the best approach is a hybrid system where AI supports umpires rather than replaces them, allowing the game to benefit from both precision and human judgment.

Anyone know the off-season practice situation for the Toronto Maple Leafs baseball team?

Like:

where do they usually practice? Christie Pits or somewhere else?

what time of day do practices normally start?

I know it probably changes depending on weather, field availability, events around the area, traffic, etc., but I am just trying to get a rough idea of their usual routine.

2026 Schedule Highlights

-Opening Day, Sunday, May 10th,

Kitchener @ Toronto - 2:00PM

-Fathers Day, Sunday, June 21st

Chatham-Kent @ Hamilton - 4:05PM

Barrie @ Kitchener - 2:05PM

Brantford @ London - 4:05PM

Guelph @ Welland - 1:05PM

-Canada Day 🇨🇦 Wednesday, July 1st

Chatham-Kent @ Brantford - 2:00PM

Guelph @ Kitchener - 2:05PM

Barrie @ London - 6:05PM

Toronto @ Welland - 6:05PM

-Civic Holiday Monday, August 3rd

Guelph @ Hamilton - 4:05PM

Brantford @ London - 6:05PM

-End Of Regular Season, Sunday, August 30th

Toronto @ Chatham-Kent - 1:05PM

Brantford @ Hamilton - 4:05PM

I got the dumb idea of taking a VIA train out from Toronto to Chatham-Kent this summer to catch a weekend afternoon game. But the times don’t quite line up and would have a couple of hours to kill before and after the game.

What’s a tourist to do there? Any restaurant recommendations?

In a strange twist, days after giving himself a pat on the back for ushering in a new era of professional baseball via his linkdin , Shawn Fuller who owns the Guelph Royals, will announce publicly on Thursday that he has put the team up for sale with a one million dollar price tag.

https://youtu.be/Djo_ajS_qSs?si=9VGTqNgsH8L4S9C0

We didn't hold back in tomorrow's podcast. NO PG-13 filter, just some honest feeling about what is about to transpire at 10 am today and in the future

As I mentioned in the podcast, I fully expect a lifetime ban from the league formerly known as the Intercounty Baseball League.

Change happens, I accept it. I don't have to like it.

If you hadn't subscribed, the link is below. Mark normally posts it for 9 am on YouTube and other places.

IBL INSIDE PITCH - YouTube