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MLB.com's Anthony Castrovince (@castrovince) and Richard Justice (@RichardJustice) explore some of the young players who are making an impact during the 2020 Spring Training season so far. Plus, the guys discuss their thoughts about players being "mic'd up" during gameplay. Also, it's Monday, so the mailbag is open!

MLB.com's Anthony Castrovince (@castrovince) and Richard Justice (@RichardJustice) discuss Chris Sale's flexor strain in his left elbow and how it could affect the Red Sox in the short and long term. Plus, the guys talk about which young stars could follow Christian Yelich and Yoan Moncada by signing an extension with their team

MLB.com's Anthony Castrovince (@castrovince) and Richard Justice (@RichardJustice) discuss Christian Yelich and the Brewers reportedly agreeing to a team-record, seven-year extension that will keep him with the Crew through 2028. Plus, Chris Sale injures his elbow and awaits MRI results from Dr. James Andrews.

MLB.com's Anthony Castrovince (@castrovince) and Richard Justice (@RichardJustice) discuss Spring Training battles for roster spots, including outfield spots for the Cardinals, Reds and Padres. Plus, the guys discuss MLB's new eligibility rules for the 2020 Olympics that will allow top prospects to participate.

With Leap Day on the horizon, MLB.com's Anthony Castrovince (@castrovince) and Richard Justice (@RichardJustice) discuss how players use their extra time to bond during Spring Training. Giancarlo Stanton and Chris Sale may miss Opening Day in the latest injury news. Plus, it's Friday, which means Justice is Served!

With Leap Day on the horizon, MLB.com's Anthony Castrovince (@castrovince) and Richard Justice (@RichardJustice) discuss how players use their extra time to bond during Spring Training. Giancarlo Stanton and Chris Sale may miss Opening Day in the latest injury news. Plus, it's Friday, which means Justice is Served!

MLB.com's Anthony Castrovince (@castrovince) and Richard Justice (@RichardJustice) discuss injured elbows around the league, including the Yankees' announcement that Luis Severino needs Tommy John surgery and how it will affect the AL East. Plus the guys discuss Madison Bumgarner's secret career as rodeo star "Mason Saunders"

MLB.com's Anthony Castrovince (@castrovince) and Richard Justice (@RichardJustice) highlight the players to watch as Spring Training games begin. They discuss what to expect from Yoenis Cespedes and King Felix as they look to rebound their careers, and take a look into Zack Greinke's delayed arrival at Astros camp. Plus, a look inside the Monday Morning Morning Lineup Morning Mailbox.

MLB.com's Anthony Castrovince (@castrovince) and Richard Justice (@RichardJustice) discuss the injury bug getting to teams as Spring Training begins, including Luis Severino being shut down with right forearm soreness. The guys discuss Grapefruit and Cactus League games getting started, headlined by the Nationals and Astros playing back-to-back matchups at their new Florida home in West Palm Beach. Plus, it's Friday, which means Justice is Served!

MLB.com's Anthony Castrovince (@castrovince) and Richard Justice (@RichardJustice) discuss the most recent news surrounding the Astros and commissioner's statements; Manny Machado comes back to Spring Training with a new look; dive into Angels and the Joc Pederson trade, plus it's time for another rendition of Worthless Trivia Wednesday!

MLB.com's Anthony Castrovince (@castrovince) and Richard Justice (@RichardJustice) break down the latest Astros' news, including Ken's Rosenthal's interview with Carlos Correa. The guys discuss the public feud between Zack Wheeler and Mets GM Brodie Van Wagenen regarding the team's free agency pursuit, and give a tribute to the life and career of long-time Blue Jays shortstop Tony Fernandez. Plus, it's Monday, which means it's time to open up the mailbag!

MLB.com's Anthony Castrovince (@castrovince) and Richard Justice (@RichardJustice) discuss the Astros players addressing the sign-stealing scandal publicly for the first time as a team as Jose Altuve, Alex Bregman and others weigh in on the 2017 allegations. Plus, Mookie Betts meets the media in LA, MLB officially sets some new rule changes for 2020, and whether the Braves should be concerned with a Cole Hamels injury.

MLB.com's Anthony Castrovince (@castrovince) and Richard Justice (@RichardJustice) break down the potential revisions to MLB's playoff format and whether it's a possibility to be in play by 2022. The guys also break down the week so far for the Red Sox after trading Betts and Price to the Dodgers and the announcement that Ron Roenicke will take over as interim skipper. Plus some key questions as camps open up across Florida and Arizona.

MLB.com's Anthony Castrovince (@castrovince) and Richard Justice (@RichardJustice) discuss the updated reports sending Mookie Betts to LA and how the scope of the deal changed over the last week for the Red Sox, Dodgers, Twins, and Angels. Plus, the Rays-Padres make an intriguing swap, the chances AJ Hinch manages in 2021, Hunter Pence reunites with the Giants, and we open up Monday's mailbag.

MLB.com's Richard Justice (@RichardJustice) and Mark Feinsand (@ feinsand) debate why the Red Sox move to trade Mookie Betts is necessary and how this deal can impact the 2020 season. Also, the guys decide on whether Kris Bryant is the next superstar to be traded and some potential landing places could be. Plus, Max Muncy gets a new contract and why Mike Trout stops by to visit his old high school baseball team before each season

MLB.com's Anthony Castrovince (@castrovince) and Richard Justice (@RichardJustice) weigh in on the reports of the blockbuster 3-team deal between the Red Sox, Dodgers, and Twins that sends 2018 AL MVP Mookie Betts and lefty starter David Price to LA, Alex Verdugo, pitching prospect Brusdar Graterol and payroll flexibility to Boston, along with the Twins picking up a much needed veteran arm in Kenta Maeda. The guys break down why Chaim Bloom makes this move for the Red Sox and how stacked the Dodgers lineup will be with both Betts and Bellinger featured in it. Plus, Astros reporter Brian McTaggart joins Alyson Footer on the hiring of James Click and the challenges the Astros face when Spring Training opens later this month.

MLB.com's Anthony Castrovince (@castrovince) and Richard Justice (@RichardJustice) "recap" Super Bowl LIV and then gear up for Spring Training as they break down which teams improved the most this offseason and Curtis Granderson's impact on the game. Plus, Indians rising star pitcher Mike Clevinger joins the show and discusses the Indians chances in the AL Central, what he learned from Corey Kluber and his thoughts on the Astros sign-stealing scandal. Also, it's Monday, so the mailbag is open!

MLB.com's Anthony Castrovince (@castrovince) and Richard Justice (@RichardJustice) break down Dusty Baker's initial press conference in Houston, the latest on the Mookie Betts trade talk and who will fill Boston's managerial vacancy. Plus, are the Reds the favorites in the NL Central and what are the guys snacking on while watching the Super Bowl?

MLB.com's Anthony Castrovince (@castrovince) and Richard Justice (@RichardJustice) discuss the reports of the Astros planning to offer Dusty Baker the managerial job in Houston and what he would bring to the team in 2020. Also, the guys break down the D-backs acquisition of Starling Marte and MLB.com Reds reporter Mark Sheldon joins the show to discuss the Nick Castellanos signing and how the Reds lineup will take shape for Opening Day.

MLB.com's Anthony Castrovince (@castrovince) and Richard Justice (@RichardJustice) discuss the tragic helicopter crash that claimed nine lives including NBA legend Kobe Bryant and longtime college baseball coach John Altobelli. The guys reflect on the impact the tragedy has in the sports world and within the baseball community. They also discuss the latest Mookie Betts rumors, the Reds possibility of adding Nicholas Castellanos, and chat on their favorite prospects featured in MLB.com's Top 100 prospects for 2020. All that, and we open up the Morning Lineup Monday Morning Morning Mailbag.