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Which teams will have a September to remember? Will it be #Reds? #Mariners? #Royals? The playoff push is on and we rate the teams' chances. We had a 3rd 4-home run game last week for 1st time in #MLB history!  #RedSox ink Aroldis Chapman to another 1 year deal. In our first under-the-radar story of the week we talk about Chapman's HOF credentials. 

#Pirates Paul Skenes has the NL Cy Young award locked up. The AL Cy Young is still up for grabs between Crochet and Skubal. 

#Mets young pitchers McClean, Tong & Sproat are making noise.  Will that get them into the race for the NL East title? Maybe not.  

Our stat of the week is defensive range factor. Getting to baseballs is important but making the play once the fielder gets there is not always calculated!  

Intro & Outro music this season courtesy of Mercury Maid! Check them out on Spotify or Apple Music!  

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This conversation delves into the current state of Major League Baseball as the season approaches its conclusion. The hosts discuss playoff dynamics in both the National and American Leagues, the future of the Athletics as they prepare to move to Las Vegas, and the emergence of rookie players. They also explore the significance of relief pitching in the context of Hall of Fame discussions and provide insights into the statistical measure of range factor, emphasizing its importance in evaluating defensive players.

takeaways

• The playoff picture is becoming clearer as the season ends.
• Teams need to perform exceptionally well in September to secure playoff spots.
• The Athletics' move to Vegas could revitalize the franchise.
• Emerging rookies are making significant impacts in their teams.
• Relief pitching is crucial for playoff success and Hall of Fame considerations.
• Range factor is a valuable statistic for assessing defensive players.
• The Yankees' ability to hit home runs is a key part of their strategy.
• The importance of situational pitching is often overlooked in traditional metrics.
• Fans need to consider the context of a player's performance when evaluating their career.
• The postseason often highlights the importance of defensive plays.

titles

• Baseball's Final Stretch: Playoff Push Insights
• Navigating the National League's Playoff Landscape

Sound Bites

• "The American League is a little more interesting."
• "Paul Skenes has now had 50 major league starts."
• "You have to be able to physically make the play."

Chapters

00:00
Introduction and Season Overview

02:41
National League Playoff Picture

05:40
American League Dynamics

08:36
The Future of the Athletics in Vegas

11:54
Rookie Performances and Pitching Prospects

14:36
Relief Pitching and Hall of Fame Considerations

17:34
Stat of the Week: Range Factor Explained

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