Pitches Get Stitches

In this episode, I discuss MLB's Wild Card Round, focusing on key matchups, innovative pitching strategies, and the overall impact on the teams involved. We also highlight the surprises and disappointments of the playoffs, while also looking ahead to the upcoming divisional series.

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Chapters

• 00:00 Introduction to the Playoffs
• 01:22 Phillies vs. Braves Series Analysis
• 10:55 Marlins' Innovative Pitching Strategy
• 11:23 Cubs vs. Padres Disappointment
• 18:45 American League Wildcard Series Overview
• 24:16 Red Sox vs. Yankees Drama
• 33:12 Upcoming Division Series Preview

Welcome to the Pitches Get Stitches podcast! My name is Teddy Wallace, and I am the host of the show. This first episode covers the playoff push in the 2026 MLB season, ranking the playoff races and discussing individual player record races.

Chapters

• 00:00 Introduction to the Pitches Get Stitches Podcast
• 00:45 Ranking the Playoff Races
• 02:12 National League East Playoff Race
• 05:09 American League West Playoff Race
• 10:43 American League East Playoff Race
• 13:26 Discussion on Playoff Structure and Historical Context
• 16:34 'Who's Hot' Segment: Brett Bateman
• 20:47 American League Central Playoff Race
• 21:09 National League Third Wild Card Race
• 28:26 Top Two Seeds in the National League
• 29:55 Individual Player Record Races
• 34:04 Conclusion and Future Plans