The Underdog MLB Show

On this week's episode, we begin by discussing the latest news in Houston, where Dusty Baker is returning as manager for the 2023 season, while GM James Click will not be after declining a one-year deal from owner Jim Crane. From there, we discuss Clayton Kershaw's return to the Dodgers on a one-year deal, big money deals for relief pitchers Robert Suarez and Rafael Montero, Justin Turner and Kevin Kiermaier having their options declined, various trades, which players received this year's qualifying offer, the 2022 Silver Slugger award winners, and our picks for the 2022 All-MLB Team.

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On this week's episode, we begin by recapping the final four games of the World Series, which was won by the Astros 4-2, their second title since 2017. From there, we discuss Edwin Diaz's $102 million, record-setting extension for a relief pitcher with the Mets, the White Sox hiring Royals bench coach Pedro Grifol as their new manager, Justin Turner winning the Roberto Clemente Award, the BBWAA award finalists, this year's Gold Glove and Player's Choice Award winners, and the Contemporary Era ballot for the Baseball Hall of Fame.

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On this week's episode, we begin by discussing the first two games of the World Series, a 6-5 comeback win for the Phillies, and a 5-2 win for the Astros. From there, we discuss Matt Quatraro's hire as the Royals new manager, Skip Schumaker becoming the Marlins new skipper, David Stearns stepping down as President of Baseball Operations in Milwaukee, Aaron Boone returning as Yankee manager, Nolan Arenado opting in to the remaining five-years of his contract with the Cardinals, Adam Wainwright's return for one final season, and the Silver Slugger finalists.

On this week's episode, we begin by previewing the 2022 World Series, and recap the ALCS and NLCS, a dominant 4-0 sweep by the Astros over the Yankees, and the Phillies bats willing them to victory over the Padres in five games. From there, we discuss Bruce Bochy's return to baseball as manger of the Texas Rangers, John Schneider being named the full-time manager of the Toronto Blue Jays, the latest favorite in the sale of the Nationals, Josh Reddick's retirement, and this year's Gold Glove Award finalists.

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On this week's episode, we begin by paying tribute to Hall of Famer Bruce Sutter, who passed away at the age of 69. From there, we recap an LDS round that saw a monumental upset of the Dodgers by their divisional rival the Padres, the Phillies knocking out their own divisional foe in the Braves, and the Yankees and Astros advancing to face off in the ALCS for the third time since 2017. To wrap up, we discuss Spencer Strider's extension with the Braves and Robby Thompson's extension with the Phillies, the 2022 Qualifying Offer, and Carlos Correa officially opting out.

On this week's episode, we begin by discussing Aaron Judge's 62nd home run, the new Yankee, and American League single season record. From there, we discuss Mike Matheny's firing in KC and Phil Nevin's extension in Anaheim, and recap the first ever Wild Card round of the MLB postseason that saw historic comebacks spurring the Mariners over the Blue Jays and Phillies over the Cardinals, as well as the Padres shocking the Mets, and the Guardians advancing over the Rays following a 15 inning 1-0 classic.

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On this week's episode, we begin by making our end of season picks for the 2022 MLB postseason, and BBWAA awards voting. From there, we celebrate the Mariners snapping the longest playoff drought in sports with their first playoff berth since 2001, and discuss Aaron Judge's record-tying 61st home run, Tony LaRussa's second retirement, Shohei Ohtani avoiding arbitration with a record $30 million contract, Charlie Morton and Giovanny Gallegos extensions, the new Mariners GM, and the Orioles plan to remain in Baltimore long term.

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On this week's episode, we begin by discussing Albert Pujols' historic 700th career home run, and Aaron Judge hitting his 60th home run of the season against the Pirates. From there, we discuss the Mariners five-year extension with Luis Castillo, Don Mattingly stepping down as Marlins manager at season's end, Scott Harris and J.J. Picollo taking over the Baseball Operations departments of the Tigers and Royals, Buster Posey's new ownership stake in the Giants, and Maury Wills' passing at the age of 89.

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On this week's episode, we begin by discussing Aaron Judge and Albert Pujols arriving on the doorstep of history in their chase for 62, and 700 home runs respectively. From there, we discuss a history making Roberto Clemente Day, the Mets search for a new Team President to replace Sandy Alderson, Yadier Molina and Adam Wainwright's historic 325th start as batterymates, how the new rules will effect the infield dirt composition across baseball next season, and the New Jersey Jackals' move to Patterson.

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On this week's episode, we begin by discussing Albert Pujols' 697th career home-run, which put him three away from 700, and fourth all-time past Alex Rodriguez. From there, we discuss the new rule changes coming for the 2023 MLB season, which include a pitch clock, bans on the shift, and bigger bases. To wrap up, we discuss MLB recognizing minor leaguers including into the MLBPA, extensions for Wilmer Flores and Kike Hernandez, and Edwin Jackson's retirement after playing for nearly half of all of baseball.

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