Hosts Joe Maddon and Tom Verducci look back at the Hall of Fame induction speeches.  Tom highlights the careers of Billy Wagner and Dave Parker.  Joe remembers his time with Parker and what truly made him special. Joe tells the story of his first meeting with Dick Allen.  Tom gives his thoughts on the speeches from CC Sabathia and Ichiro Suzuki.  Plus, we remember HOF Ryne Sandberg and his legacy with the Cubs. 

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Hosts Joe Maddon and Tom Verducci begin with their thoughts around the Yankees and what can be fixed with this team.  Tom offers some lineup changes that could smooth things out.  The trade deadline is approaching and Joe reveals what's happening in the front office and the clubhouse. Shohei Ohtani continues to rewrite history with his onslaught of HR's.  Does Joe think there's a special approach you should take to pitching to Ohtani? Tom points out the approach to success from golfer Scottie Scheffler and wants to find some comparables in baseball.  Plus, is there an 'AI approach' coming to baseball? 

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Hosts Joe Maddon and Tom Verducci recap the All-Star game and the unique finish with a 'Swing-Off!'  Tom takes us into the clubhouses after the game and the special encounters between players.  Joe reveals some of his favorite moments from around the game.  How did Tom feel about the ABS challenge system that was used five times? Joe comments on the Hank Aaron tribute and remembers when he saw the home run record be broken.  We wrap up with the coming sale of the Rays and their future in Tampa.

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Hosts Joe Maddon and Tom Verducci focus on another change in MLB with the Nationals moving on from manager Dave Martinez and GM Mike Rizzo.  Joe weighs in on the moves and what's next in Washington. How is Aaron Boone preparing to manage the AL All-Star team?  Joe talks about making the lineup and picking his pitchers.  With the All-Star game around the corner, Tom delivers the Top 5 storylines of the season!

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Hosts Joe Maddon and Tom Verducci give tribute to the passing of Dave Parker, who was to be inducted into the Hall of Fame in a month.  Joe discusses his relationship with Parker that spanned over several decades.  Tom also notes the passing of 'Bad Company' guitarist Mick Ralphs, who coincidentally will be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame later this year.  Plus, is there a two man race for AL MVP between Aaron Judge and Cal Raleigh?

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Hosts Joe Maddon and Tom Verducci look back at Padres/Dodgers and pitchers hitting players.  Is having this be part of the game worth risking an injury to a star player? Joe explains why he's in favor of keeping this move. Looking at the College World Series, why did we see so many headlines around the managers of these teams? Tom highlights the young pitchers coming into the game quickly and why sometimes it makes sense!

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Hosts Joe Maddon and Tom Verducci weigh in on the Red Sox trading Rafael Devers to the Giants. Was there a way to avoid this or handle the situation better? Joe explains why this might have been doomed at the start. Shohei Ohtani is back on the mound for one inning.  How does the team handle his continued pitching rehab?  Plus, Joe's playlist this week will be full of Sly Stone and Brian Wilson's music.  

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Hosts Joe Maddon and Tom Verducci look at the 'best' in the game right now starting with Red Sox prospect Roman Anthony's debut at Fenway Park.  Has the approach changed for bringing players up from the minors? Tom asks Joe how the young prospects should be handled.  What shows Tom that Pirates Ace Paul Skenes could be the greatest young pitcher EVER?  The Dodgers are supposed to be the best team, but why aren't they right now?  Plus, after seeing the Cubs' Nico Hoerner get ejected...Joe relives some of his finest moments with the umps behind the plate. 

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Hosts Joe Maddon and Tom Verducci highlight the Braves changing their 3rd base coach and how rarely you see that happen.  We touch on the Knicks moving on from Tom Thibodeau and Joe explains why he doesn't understand the move.  Was the rundown with Orioles rookie Coby Mayo just bad base-running or was it a dirty play?  Joe thinks this could show the importance of spending time in the minor leagues.  Why does Tom think the game needs more players like Brewers RF Sal Frelick?  Joe reveals how you create a shift in the types of players you're coaching.  Plus, Joe thinks he's seeing a trend at the plate, but do the stats support it?

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Hosts Joe Maddon and Tom Verducci notice the pace of the season picking up! Shohei Ohtani has been on a tear and why has Juan Soto gotten slower?  Joe explains what he's seeing with Soto and why he doesn't agree with the approach being taken.  Tom wants Jose Ramirez on the Hall of Fame radar immediately!  Players are talking about a change in the strike zone.  Why are we seeing it happen? Plus, what are the biggest surprises we're seeing this season?

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