Above Replacement Radio

On Episode 279 of Above Replacement Radio, Chris & Daniel talked about how disappointing the entertainment value has been for the 2023 MLB Playoffs. Next, they discussed the first two games of each LCS, and the Marlins and GM Kim Ng parting ways.

On Episode 278 of Above Replacement Radio, Chris & Daniel talked about the Rangers dominating Game 3 of the ALDS against the Orioles, the Astros defeating the Twins in Games 3 & 4, the Diamondbacks winning Game 3 over the Dodgers and the Phillies taking the final two games of their series against the Braves. They also went into the Orlando Arcia-Bryce Harper controversy, as well as the discussion about whether the layoff is too long for teams in their bye. Finally, they previewed and predicted the Astros-Rangers ALCS and Phillies-Diamondbacks NLCS.

On Episode 277 of Above Replacement Radio, Chris & Daniel broke down the first two games of each League Division Series. They discussed the Orioles' numbers with runners in scoring position, the pitching performances in the Astros-Twins series, the Braves' Game 2 comeback, the Diamondbacks' dominance.

On Episode 276 of Above Replacement Radio, Chris & Daniel talked about the disappointing all-sweep wild card round, and broke down what went right and wrong for each team in each series. Then, they previewed and predicted the Rangers-Orioles, Braves-Phillies, Astros-Twins, & Dodgers-Diamondbacks.

On Episode 275 of Above Replacement Radio, Chris & Daniel talked about the Astros stealing the AL West, Rangers falling out of first, and Mariners missing the playoffs. Then, they went into three narratives they had that were proven correct this season and three that were proven incorrect. Next, they did previews and predictions for all four wild card series' and their final How About That's and Slightly Alarming Statistics of the year. Finally, they talked about the retirements of Miguel Cabrera and Adam Wainwright, then the death of Tim Wakefield.

On Episode 274 of Above Replacement Radio, Chris & Daniel talked about Gabe Kapler being fired by the Giants and whether or not it was justified. Next, they went into the Wild Card and AL West races and all the possibilities over the next two days. Finally, they did their How About That's, Slightly Alarming Statistics & previews of the weekend ahead.

On Episode 273 of Above Replacement Radio, Chris & Daniel talked about the Mariners losing four in a row and Rangers riding a win streak while getting close to winning the AL West. Then, they were joined by Mark Simon, where they discussed the Blue Jays' defensive excellence, the Cardinals' defensive downfall, future free agents being impacted by their defensive play, & more. Finally, Chris & Daniel did their How About That's, Slightly Alarming Statistics, & previews of the week ahead.

On Episode 272 of Above Replacement Radio, Chris & Daniel talked about eight potential playoff teams on the bubble (Blue Jays, Astros, Mariners, Rangers, Diamondbacks, Cubs, Marlins, Reds) and what it would mean for their organizations to make or miss the playoffs. Then, they did How About That's, Slightly Alarming Statistics, & previews of the weekend ahead.

On Episode 271 of Above Replacement Radio, Chris & Daniel talked about the new Rays stadium proposal that is set to be approved, and why it not change much for the organization. Next, they talked about the Mariners' and Cubs' playoff chances falling the last couple weeks and how they have struggled. Finally, they did their How About That's, Slightly Alarming Statistics, & previews of the weekend ahead.

On Episode 270 of Above Replacement Radio, Chris & Daniel largely talked about the firing of Red Sox Chief Baseball Officer Chaim Bloom. They discussed why owner John Henry deserves much of the blame Bloom gets, who the Red Sox will go after next, and whether or not it is an attractive position. They also discussed David Stearns being hired by the Mets, then did their How About That's, Slightly Alarming Statistics, & previews of the weekend ahead.