Rates & Barrels

The Halos Waive a Trade Deadline Haul & Late-Season Rebound Potential

08.30.2023 - By The AthleticPlay

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Eno and DVR discuss the group of players placed on waivers Tuesday -- including five members of the Angels -- and try to determine if there is a need to alter the timing of the Trade Deadline, or if a return to the 'waiver trade deadline' era is necessary. Plus, they discuss causes for the recent struggles of Lucas Giolito, Alex Cobb's brush with a no-hitter, and the potential for a final month rebound in the face of disappointing 2023 performances at the plate. 

Rundown

1:25 The Angels Trade Deadline Additions Get Placed on Waivers

8:03 Is a Roster Rules Refresher Needed?

10:57 What's Causing Lucas Giolito's Recent Struggles?

17:45 Finding Viable Contributors Among Other Waived Players

32:50 Alex Cobb's Brush with a No-Hitter

40:48 Evaluating Potential September Rebounds (Hitters)

55:09 Join Us in Arizona for Baseball HQ's First Pitch Event in November!

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