Eno and DVR discuss Shohei Ohtani's first outing back in the big leagues after having Tommy John surgery in September of 2023, and the return of Logan Gilbert from a flexor strain, before acknowledging several pitchers who have received very little attention on the show over the course of the season.

Rundown

0:41 Shohei Ohtani's First Start on the Mound Since 2023

8:43 Logan Gilbert: 10 Strikeouts in Return from IL

11:26 Carlos Rodón Is Healthy and Pitching Great

17:31 Checking In: DVR's Extreme Risk Pitcher Build

23:05 Robbie Ray & Logan Webb

28:38 Jack Flaherty's Quietly Productive Season

32:30 Is Brayan Bello Unlocking A New Level with His Cutter?

34:12 José Soriano's Underwhelming Results Despite Electric Velo

36:48 What Happened to Bailey Ober?

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