As the 2025 MLB season kicks off, Opening Day sparks wild overreactions, and hosts Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman tackle a few bold claims on the latest episode of "Baseball Bar-B-Cast." Notably, MacKenzie Gore's stellar performance for the Nationals, where he struck out 13 batters in six scoreless innings, has led to predictions that he could win the NL Cy Young. Meanwhile, the Philadelphia Phillies, who struck out 19 times in their opener, are projected to challenge the single-season strikeout record with an alarming pace.

Adley Rutschman of the Orioles made his case for MVP with two home runs in a dominant win over the Blue Jays. Mintz highlighted Rutschman's electric presence, suggesting this could mark the start of a breakout MVP season. The narrative is set as the long season unfolds, leaving fans to wonder if these hot takes will hold true.