Stanford Cardinal baseball standout Rintaro Susaki has been named as one of the top propects for the 2026 Major League Baseball draft picks. Here is Susaki taking a few hacks in the batting cage at Stanford University on Fri Feb 7, 2025 (AP News photo)

MLB The Show podcast Jessica Kwong:

#1 The 2026 MLB Draft Combine began this week in Phoenix. Which prospect has the most to gain from a strong combine performance, and how much should teams weigh medical evaluations versus on-field tools when making draft decisions?

#2 With updated 2026 All-Star voting results released, which players have been the biggest surprises—either deserving more support or receiving more votes than expected?

#3 After returning from a long injury absence and striking out ten batters in six scoreless innings, can Brandon Woodruff become a difference-maker in the playoff race for the Milwaukee Brewers?

#4 The New York Yankees remain strong contenders, but concerns persist about injuries, infield consistency, and the timeline for Aaron Judge’s return. Which issue is the biggest threat to their World Series aspirations?

#5 MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred criticized the San Francisco Giants over a communication breakdown involving Pride Night uniforms. How should MLB balance uniform policies, player expression, and team-sponsored events?

Join Jessica Kwong every other Wednesday for the MLB The Show podcasts at http://www.sportsradioservice.com