We talk Clayton Kershaw being pulled after seven perfect innings, who’s to blame, how the shift in baseball culture was highlighted by the move, Alec Bohm saying he hates Philly and getting a standing ovation the following night, Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s 3-home run game the same night he got spiked in the hand, why Gerrit Cole is scrutinized more than any other pitcher, Bryan Reynolds and the Pirates reaching a contract extension and what it really means for the centerfielder and much more! Enjoy!

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