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(2:09) George Springer took exception to Shohei Ohtani taking his time warming up. Is there controversy surrounding Ohtani getting his own rules?
(19:50) There are more teams in the NL Central with a winning record than in the entire American League.
(24:17) Have the Astros hit rock bottom?
(28:05) Reynaldo López and Jorge Soler were both suspended seven games for their altercation. López’s suspension has since been reduced to five games.
(32:50) Zach Eflin underwent successful UCL reconstruction surgery and is out for the year. Want more injury news? Check out expert Will Carroll on Injury Territory for the latest!
Hosts: Todd Frazier, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun
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He’s off to an incredible start. A’s catcher Shea Langeliers hopped on FT to discuss his strong start to the season. He also touched on potential extension talks and what he’s noticing with the ABS challenge system.
Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun
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Tampa Bay Times beat writer Marc Topkin feels great to be back at the Trop! He joined FT to talk about the vibes after playing in a minor league stadium last year and provides an update on the new stadium. He also breaks down how Shane McClanahan is doing after Tommy John surgery.
(19:40) Riverfront Territory co-host and Reds beat writer C. Trent Rosecrans connected with us to discuss why the Reds offense has been quiet, how Rhett Lowder is being overlooked and Sal Stewart’s solid start to his rookie season.
Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun
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The 19-year-old gets paid! The Pirates finally officially lock up shortstop Konnor Griffin with an extension. (top of show)
(01:45) A HUGE brawl broke out in the Braves–Angels game. Jorge Soler and Reynaldo López threw punches, and 62-year-old manager Walt Weiss took Soler down.
(19:26) Blue Jays manager John Schneider got ejected and was irate after Kevin Gausman was called for a balk.
(23:45) Sandy Alcántara was pulled after 95 pitches—and he didn’t seem too pleased, especially after the Marlins’ loss.
(32:14) Paul Skenes carried a no-hitter into the sixth inning yesterday and said Konnor Griffin could be the face of the franchise after his extension.
(35:38) Let’s hit some Twins storylines: Starting pitcher Taj Bradley outshined two-time Cy Young Award winner Tarik Skubal and catcher Ryan Jeffers is apparently an ABS whisperer.
(41:41) Maybe losing Juan Soto is just what the Mets needed??
(46:23) We have injury updates: Cade Horton will undergo season-ending elbow surgery and Hunter Brown is shut down from throwing.
(52:47) Surprising move here–Shane Smith has been optioned by the White Sox.
(55:09) More injuries to get through: The Blue Jays placed Addison Barger on IL, Triston Casas is going for imaging, and Johan Oviedo has a flexor strain.
(01:02:37) Rangers manager Skip Schumaker gives a young fan a moment he will never forget and the Blue Jays sold over 100,000 hot dogs on 77-cent hot dog night.
Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun
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Eno Sarris of The Athletic joins the show to talk about his latest article identifying the biggest trends in stats to kick off the season. He talks about which pitchers have improved their stuff the most from last year and why it's more important with ABS. Eno also discussed bat speed and its evolution.
Hosts: Trevor May, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun
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