Eno, DVR and Britt discuss John Sterling's abrupt retirement after 36 years with the Yankees, the Marlins' surprising decision to send Max Meyer back to Triple-A, the current state of baseball rivalries including a few potential new feuds that could develop. Plus, they discuss the Cubs as a potential top-five team for the next five years, before a round of 'Buy, Sell, Hold'. 

Rundown

1:07 John Sterling Abruptly Announces Retirement

6:03 The Changing Role of Baseball Broadcasters

11:25 Why Did the Marlins Option Max Meyer to Triple-A?

17:50 Baseball's Rivalry Heat Check

24:20 New Rivalries On the Horizon?

29:30 The Case for the Cubs as a Top-Five Team for the Next Five Years

43:46 Buy, Sell, Hold: Tyler O'Neill's Excellent Start in Boston

47:29 Buy, Sell, Hold: Francisco Lindor's Quiet Bat, When to Actually Worry About Early-Season Slumps

56:21 Buy, Sell, Hold: Joe Musgrove

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