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Welcome to Episode 32, Season 2, today we are going to talk about, “Still a Chance” to get into playoffs. Kind of a weird season this year. If you try to remember all the hype back in March about could the Dodgers win OVER 116 games, or could the Braves have another shot at a World Series, The chance of Elly De La Cruz as an MVP candidate.

As far as teams and their positions…Geez…We have stated it ALL season long. The year of the IMPLODING bullpens. It has affected ALL teams and this season the team that SURVIVES the 162 game season and enters the playoffs with hot starting pitching WILL be the World Series winner…NO doubt in my mind. 

As we enter the final full month of the season, who is REALLY in it?

American League

Looks like it will go down to 3 teams for the East Division. The Blue Jays, Red Sox and Yankees. None of these teams are really World Series contenders, so it really doesn't matter where they end up in the playoffs. All are inconsistent, and can be GREAT or BAD. 

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Welcome to Episode 31, Season 2, today we are going to talk about, "The Myth of Stolen Base”…Myth? Really?

Has the Stolen Base become more popular since the new rule changes?

Yes, Major League Baseball (MLB) has seen a significant increase in stolen bases since the implementation of the pitch clock and other related rule changes in the 2023 season. This surge is a direct result of several interconnected rule modifications designed to speed up the game and inject more action.

The primary rule changes contributing to the increase in stolen bases include the pitch clock, larger bases, and limitations on pitcher disengagements (pickoff attempts). The pitch clock, set at 15 seconds with no runners on base and 20 seconds with runners on base (reduced to 18 seconds in 2024), forces pitchers to deliver the ball more quickly, potentially making it harder for them to hold runners close to the base. Batters must also be ready in the box by the 8-second mark.

The size of the bases was increased from 15 square inches to 18 square inches. This seemingly small change reduces the distance between bases by 4.5 inches, making it slightly easier for runners to reach the bag safely and providing a larger target for sliding.

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Welcome to Episode 30, Season 2, where we dive into the concept of the “Window of Opportunity.” Every team gets a shot—a limited stretch where their current roster has the talent, chemistry, and form to truly contend for a World Series. Thanks to free agency and rising contracts, for most teams, this prime window lasts about five years. We’re not talking about teams simply staying competitive. We’re talking about those rare moments when everything aligns, and a team can go all the way. This is the elusive “Window of Opportunity” that every owner and fan hopes for. 

Let’s break it down and get more specific. Obviously, some organizations are committed to produce a winning team more often than others. We get used to this, and expect these teams to be competitive throughout the years. Let’s list those teams now.

Committed Winning Organizations

New York YankeesSt. Louis Cardinals

Boston Red SoxChicago Cubs

Houston AstrosLos Angeles Dodgers

Atlanta BravesSan Diego Padres

Philadelphia Phillies

New York Mets

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BLOWN Saves Update

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In our 29th Episode of Season 2, we are gonna the status of the BLOWN Saves leaders.

Team Leaders in BLOWN Saves From July 11

Angels - 21, Red Sox - 18, Mariners - 17, Blue Jays - 17, Diamondbacks - 17, 

Mets - 17, Phillies 17, A’s - 17, Rangers - 16, Rays - 15, Pirates - 15, Rockies - 15

Current Team Leaders in BLOWN Saves

Angels - 24, Red Sox - 20, Mariners - 19, Diamondbacks - 18, Mets - 18, 

Blue Jays - 17, Rockies - 18, Rays - 17, A’s - 17, Phillies 17, Rangers - 17, 

White Sox - 16, Pirates - 16, Marlins - 16, Dodgers - 16, Braves - 15

It appears like many teams have improved in BLOWN Saves this month. But, is that correct? NO!! This month has been terrible in teams blowing games before they are even in a save situation! The pitching keeps getting worse and worse this season.

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Trade Deadline Results

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In our 28th Episode of Season 2, we are gonna talk about the Trade Deadline Results and the status of the team formally known as the Oakland A’s.

Who made out? 

July 25 - Saw the period begin with the NY Yankees acquiring 3B - Ryan McMahon of Colorado Rockies for 2 prospects. For the Yankees, hopefully this will sure up the shitty defense the Yankees paraded out as third basemen.

July 25 - Also had the Seattle Mariners diving in early in picking up Josh Naylor from the Arizona Diamondbacks. GREAT pickup here for sure. But…the Mariners suck and can only hope for a Wild Card spot. 

Some early trades transpired but without any major impact to the current teams. LOTS of names were still being floated around. I wasn’t really planning on disecting each trade, you can get enough of that on MLB Network.

Construction Status of the A’s Las Vegas Stadium

Groundbreaking Ceremony

The Oakland A’s have officially begun construction on their new stadium in Las Vegas….supposedly. The groundbreaking ceremony took place on June 23, 2025, as the franchise transitions from Oakland to Las Vegas. Join us for more...

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In our 27th Episode of Season 2, we are gonna talk about Swing Speed, does it really mean anything.

We now have tons of data on the swing of the hitters. Slow and short swings, swings that accelerate quickly, swings that accelerate much slower. Let’s take a look at some swings of some popular players:

• Aaron Judge, Shohei Ohtani, Yordan Alvarez
• These hitters have something in common. They are very efficient to the ball and have a high bat speed, that makes it possible to hit pitches out in front for power. BUT… this type of swing is also responsible for a higher K-rate as well.
• Juan Soto, Bobby Witt Jr., Gunnar Henderson
• This is the type of swing for consistency and efficiency. Making this swing a more complete hitter that can hit for average and power. Hitters in this group who struggle, likely tend to lose the feel.
• Kyle Tucker, Christian Yelich, 
• Hitters in this group are probably the largest, players of “average” bat speed, swing length, swing acceleration, and time to contact. The hitters who find success here are generally good at getting up to speed quick and pulling the ball.

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In our 26th Episode of Season 2, we are going to talk just a little about the All-Star Game and the concept of an Old Timers Day.

So… what did you think of the AllStar game? I still think if you are voted in you should stay in the game at least 3 innings, especially if you are playing in your home teams park. Acuna seemed to be just disappear this game? Did you like the new HR SwingOff format? Game was boring for the first 5 innings, it looked like a typical Yankee game! Then I realized that made sense since Aaron Boone was managing. lol

Hey, you gotta admit, the new HR SwingOff is hell of a lot better then a TIE…The 2002 MLB All-Star Game ended in a tie due to a lack of available players. The game, held at Miller Park in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, went into extra innings after a 7-7 tie at the end of nine innings. However, after 11 innings, both teams had exhausted their available pitchers, and the managers decided to end the game rather than risk injury to players or further complications.

This wacky outcome led to many discussions about the format of the All-Star Game and its implications, changes in how the game was approached was a BIG topic. The tie was really notable because it was the first time an All-Star Game had ended without a winner since the game's inception in 1933.

Extra inning games in an all Star game is stupid in my opinion anyway, this is a GREAT idea. But a few changes are needed.... Join us for more

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In our 25th Episode of Season 2, we are going to update our theme topic this year … BLOWN Saves. 

In our Episode 16 of BLOWN SAVES back in May our leaders were:

Red Sox - 8, Phillies - 8, Cardinals - 7, Cubs - 7, Diamondbacks - 7, Dodgers - 7 

How do we look now? 

Players with the most BLOWN Saves:

Tanner Scott (Dodgers) - 6 - 18 Saves

Andrés Munoz (Mariners) - 6 - 21 Saves 

Shelby Miller (Diamondbacks) - 5 - 10 Saves

Kyle Finnegan (Nationals) - 5 - 18 Saves

Ryan Helsley (Cardinals) - 5 - 18 Saves

4 more players tied with 6 Blown Saves.

Team Leaders in BLOWN Saves

Angels - 21, Red Sox - 18, Mariners - 17, Blue Jays - 17, Diamondbacks - 17, 

Mets - 17, Phillies 17, A’s - 17, Rangers - 16, Rays - 15, Pirates - 15, Rockies - 15, 

Team Leaders in LEAST NUMBER OF BLOWN Saves

Astros - 9, Guardians - 10, Royals - 10, Yankees - 10, Cubs - 10, Reds - 11, Padres - 11, Brewers - 11, Orioles - 12, Tigers - 12, White Sox - 12, Braves - 13, Cardinals - 13, Dodgers - 13, Nationals - 13, Giants - 14, Marlins - 14, Twins - 14, 

Teams IMPROVING the most since May are the Cubs, Orioles, Cardinals and Dodgers.

Wow! Since May it is obvious some teams have flopped on this list! Looking at the Top 2, the Angels AND Red Sox, they have struggled with consistency ALL year, no surprise here. But of late the Red Sox are 7th in the Majors with a team ERA of their relievers of 3.54..... Join us for more

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In our 24th episode of Season 2, we are welcoming July 4th weekend already! Wow, where do we stand? The first half of the season has brought us many twists and turns. Numerous teams have been Hot AND Cold. The Phillies, Mets, Cardinals, Brewers, Padres, Giants, Diamondbacks, Yankees, Rays, Blue Jays, Red Sox, Royals, Twins, Mariners and even the A’s.

So let’s look at the current standings and what we think...

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In our 23rd episode of Season 2, we will discuss the various contract options available to players who sign a minor league contract. This past Sunday, I came across the news that the Atlanta Braves have released catcher James McCann, who was playing for their Triple-A affiliate, the Gwinnett Stripers. This news made me wonder: why on earth would the Braves make this decision? McCann had been with the Stripers all season and was their best and most consistent hitter. 

During his time with the Stripers, McCann played in 41 games and posted a batting average of .297, which was second on the team. He scored 19 runs, hit 11 doubles, and led the team with 6 home runs, finishing with an OPS of .824, also a team best. McCann made his MLB debut in 2014 with the Detroit Tigers but never quite lived up to the high expectations set for him. He was traded to the Chicago White Sox in 2019 and enjoyed his best years there, catching 118 games while batting .273, hitting 26 doubles, 18 home runs, and driving in 60 RBIs—all career highs. 

Capitalizing on his successful seasons with the White Sox, McCann signed a free-agent deal with the New York Mets in 2021 at the age of 31, hoping he had figured things out. He signed a four-year contract worth $40.6 million, and there was optimism surrounding his future. Unfortunately, he struggled through two disappointing seasons with the Mets...