259. "A Delay Feels Inevitable"

<p>We talk Shohei Ohtani being named the next cover athlete for MLB the Show 22, why the news wasn’t as exciting as it should have been, the latest on the CBA negotiations and how it’s becoming more clear that this is a two-sided issue, how we as baseball fans don’t ask for much (and are still receiving so little), the crafting of our Top 10 lists for pitchers and catchers entering the 2022 season and much more! Enjoy!</p> <p><strong>MERCH:</strong> <a href="//the30takepod.com/store">the30takepod.com/store</a></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>