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Will Pirates hyped prospect Paul Skenes soon be more known for his Splinker than his Fastball? The FT crew reviews his debut start from the weekend. (1:42)
(12:02) The Twins win A LOT lately. Are they a World Series contender?
(20:04) Entertaining weekend. Braves/Mets recap here, includes a near no-no.
(24:54) Padres/Dodgers was a vibe as usual. The Padres are winning in SD even when they're not winning!
(28:02) The Orioles have stars everywhere right now. Even their owner!
(31:34) Why are the Blue Jays looking mid? Is Vladdy Jr. not a star?
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Hosts: AJ, Toddfather, Kratz, Braun

What's it like playing for energetic Angels skipper Ron Washington? Catcher Logan O'Hoppe lists some attributes that stand out, including notes in every player's locker.
Mike Trout is still a big contributor to the team right now but in a different role. O'Hoppe tells us what the GOAT is up to and also explains how unique it was to catch Shohei Ohtani last season.
O'Hoppe takes us inside his journal routine that helps him prep for games and why he is all-in on the one-knee catching setup.
Hosts: Jason Kipnis, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun
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Clayton Kershaw keeps his life close to the vest. Why is the LA legend so guarded and does he have media fatigue?
The Athletic's Andy McCullough spills some tea from his brand new book, titled "The Last of His Kind", available now.
What changes did the Dodgers suggest to the stubbornly brilliant run prevention master and how has he become more open as his career progresses?
Pierzynski and the Cardinals shelled Kershaw in the 2014 playoffs. Was he tipping pitches in that game? The guys tackle the great playoff Kershaw debate.
Hosts: Braun, AJ, Kratz
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The "Rockie way" is NOT working. Why aren't the Rockies investing in analytics and w? Denver Post beat writer Patrick Saunders details who could be on the hot seat in Colorado.
Saunders also spills tea on how the team got bamboozled with their Kris Bryant bidding.
Hosts: Braun, AJ, Kratz
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The 2024 Nationals are "lurking in the shadows." Closer Kyle Finnegan gives us the lowdown on his ballclub acting different this year.
Finny stands up for the human error over robo umps and previews a future grand entrance out of the bullpen.
Was Juan Soto crazy for turning down massive contract offers in Washington? Finnegan takes us through the locker room conversations and why Soto is worth more than what he was offered!
Also covered: If you didn't play baseball for a living, what would you be doing for work? When did you fall in love with baseball? Which team has the nicest uniforms in baseball?
Hosts: Braun, AJ, Kratz
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Is it panic time in Toronto? Sportsnet insider Ben Nicholson-Smith talks about the possible situation where the Blue Jays may have to sell at the deadline. Who could they end up dealing and is their GM on the hot seat?
Daulton Varsho is HIM on defense. How did he go from catcher to elite elite outfielder?
Alek Manoah is back. What has changed from last year to this year?
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