David, Justin and James begin by commenting on the SNY report that stated the Yankees clubhouse and organization felt crushed by the negativity from the fan base during the ALCS. Their message: don’t give them something to boo over. On to the World Series! Is there any additional strategy to having the Phillies start Aaron Nola in Game 1? How much do Nola and Justin Verlander have to prove in the opening game? We’ll see an all-time matchup in Verlander vs. Bryce Harper; who needs to set the tone for the series more? Will the Astros pitching staff go after Harper? Do the Astros have the bullpen personnel to get Philly’s big lefty bats out? Are two starters and four relievers enough for the Phils in this series? Length from Nola and Zack Wheeler will be paramount, win or lose. Plus, what an 11-0 postseason would mean for the Astros.

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00:00 INTRO

03:10 Yankees reported clubhouse drama (per Andy Martino)

13:10 WS preview beginning with the Phillies

16:42 Who is the best World Series starter?

21:14 Verlander vs Harper

23:13 A long layoff

25:42 Bryce Harper

31:15 Phillies bullpen

36:08 If Astros go 11-0, should they be considered one of the best ever?

40:32 World Series predictions

42:07 OUTRO

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