- Posted December 17, 2025
On this Wednesday edition of Sid & Friends in the Morning, Red Apple Media Owner & Operator John…
Jon Heyman, baseball columnist for the New York Post and a baseball insider for MLB Network, calls into the program to talk about MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred’s plans for redistricting and possible expansion to 32 teams, including potential new teams in Nashville and Salt Lake City. The conversation touches on MLB’s current state of health, which Jon asserts is strong, citing increased attendance and ratings. They also debate the importance of marketability and communication among non-English-speaking players like Shohei Ohtani and Juan Soto. Finally, they explore the dynamics and performance of local teams, the Mets and Yankees, evaluating their potential for making deep playoff runs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices