Jeff and Kevin welcome Former Marlins President David Samson to the show to discuss Miguel Cabrera reaching 3000 hits, how he grew into one of the sport’s best hitters, why they had to trade him to the Tigers, and who else was involved in the talks (02:23). Former Red Sox infielder Lou Merloni previews the upcoming Red Sox-Blue Jays series and how Boston will adjust with unvaccinated players like Tanner Houck unable to make the trip (29:44). Barker’s Back Leg Bits looks at the possibility of an automatic strike and ball-calling system after a tough game for home plate umpire Angel Hernandez on Sunday Night Baseball (39:36).

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