262. Make a Deal or Miss Games, Spring Training Hats & Wearable Pitch Signaling Technology

<p>We talk the latest in the MLB / MLBPA negotiations, including the league’s “hard deadline” of needing a deal by February 28 or else games would be canceled, the union’s request for a 30+% increase for the league minimum and why it’s not as crazy as it seems, the 2022 Spring Training hats and which ones we like/dislike the most, Vanderbilt’s new pitch signaling technology and the implications if it makes its way to MLB, our Top 10 third basemen entering 2022 and much more! Enjoy!</p> <p><strong>MERCH:</strong> the30takepod.com/store</p> <p><strong>BIG LEAGUE CHEW:</strong> Grab some gum and head to Big League Chew’s social media channels (@bigleaguechew on Twitter and @bigleaguechewgum on Instagram) to show off your Big League Bubbles! You can also find a list of retailers or purchase any of their products directly from their website at <a href="//BigLeagueChew.com">BigLeagueChew.com</a>.</p> <p><strong>SEATGEEK:</strong> Use code "THE30TAKEPOD" for $20 off your first <a href="//SeatGeek.com">SeatGeek.com</a> order!</p> <p><strong>BARKBOX:</strong> Sign-up via <a href="//www.barkbox.com/the30takepod">www.barkbox.com/the30takepod</a> and receive a free extra month of BarkBox (a totally customized box of themed toys and treats for your pup - every month)!</p>