11-6-2019 Passed Ball Show- John opens up this show by talking about the possibility of Ty Cobb and Tris Speaker conspiring to throw a game in 1919. After wishing his mother, Nancy, well as she recovers from her hip replacement, he talks about the fact that the Atlantic League, an independent baseball league which once had a lot of pride, has clearly shamed itself by becoming a guinea pig for any rule baseball is considering changing. The latest involves the use of a robotic or computerized strike zone. This will take effect next year and will already start in the Arizona Fall League. While many in the general public that a computerized strike zone will come at the expense of the umpires, few understand that analytics have come at the expense of the MLB manager. John talks about how well LeBron James has played and how it has impacted the Los Angeles Lakers and their strong start. Is it sustainable? Can LeBron maximize himself on both ends of the court for an entire 82 game regular season and potential 20 plus game playoff schedule? If he can, he is Superman. It is a lot to ask. It is insane that reports still come out that the Los Angeles Chargers are moving to London after the owner categorically denies it through a profane laced tirade. People will make a story out of whatever they want.