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Bleav Host Robert Land asks Locked on Astros Host Brett Chancey @HTownWheelhouse if Altuve contract could turn ugly, what should be Astros Cam Smith plan going forward and the latest on Lance McCullers. Plus, he hits on best looking young Astros Starter, Reliever, biggest worry, Singleton's future & favorite camp storyline. (2:23) Could Altuve situation turn into Jose Abreu? (6:46) Which position should Cam Smith play? (11:00) Is Lance McCullers seriously back? (13:49) Most impressive young Astros Starter? (15:50) Most impressive young Astros Reliever? (17:37) Which hitter (outside Cam) has impressed? (18:59) Player we're worried about? (21:02) Is Chas/Gamel platoon likely? (22:41) Should Jon Singleton get roster spot? (24:50) Favorite under the radar Spring Training Storyline? Subscribe on Youtube, Spotify, Apple & iHeart X @HSTPodcast #josealtuve #camsmith #christianwalker

Post-Gazette sports columnist Jason Mackey joins host Adam Bittner to analyze discontent in the Steelers fan base over coach Mike Tomlin, owner Art Rooney II and the franchise's recent drought of NFL playoff wins. Do any moves GM Omar Khan could make this offseason matter as long as Tomlin is the coach and Rooney is the owner? Or will the franchise be doomed until big changes are made? And if there's hope, what moves could Khan make in NFL free agency, the NFL draft or the trade market to improve the mood of the fan base? Is it a splash at quarterback with options including Russell Wilson, Justin Fields, Matthew Stafford and Aaron Rodgers? A move for a big-time receiver opposite George Pickens? A new anchor for the defensive line? Or a proven cornerback opposite Joey Porter Jr.? Our duo ponders those questions, then pivots to Penguins. What's the most disappointing piece of their performance coming out of the break for the 4 Nations Face-off? Is it the goaltending with Joel Blomqvist and Alex Nedeljkovic? Struggling defensemen like Erik Karlsson? Or simply the effort level surrounding stars like Sidney Crosby, Evgeni Malkin and Kris Letang? Then in the third segment, airing on the new PG Pirates YouTube channel, Adam and Jason toss around some Pirates topics. Would it make sense to sign free agent first baseman Anthony Rizzo, given the team's need at that position following the Spencer Horwitz injury? Or is Rizzo and other free agent options like Jose Abreu or Yuli Gurriel too far past their prime? What does Jason think of the Andrew Heaney signing? And what does it mean for the depth of the rotation? Could the Pirates get creative to try to limit innings for Paul Skenes, Jared Jones and Mitch Keller?

Bleav Host Robert Land asks Cardinals Insider & KMOX Radio's Matt Pauley where the talks are between the Astros & Cardinals on Nolan Arenado. How much has Arenado slipped? Has he revised his swing? What kind of leader is Arenado? Go check out Underdog Fantasy

Welcome to Episode 49 of TableSetters! Devin and Steve are back with all the latest MLB offseason news, from the loss of one of the game's greatest players to significant trades and signings that are shaping the 2025 season. We begin by honoring the life and career of Rickey Henderson, the all-time stolen base king, who tragically passed away at the age of 65. Remembered for his incredible speed, plate discipline, and impact on the game, Henderson leaves behind a legacy that will never be forgotten. His longtime friend and teammate Dave Winfield confirmed the news, and we reflect on Rickey's unparalleled contribution to the sport, from his historic career with the Athletics, Blue Jays, and others, to his iconic postseason moments. Turning our attention to the offseason, the Red Sox have made a big move, signing Walker Buehler to a one-year, $21.05 million contract. Buehler, whose career has been on a rollercoaster ride since undergoing Tommy John surgery, showed signs of his former dominance during the 2024 postseason, including 10 scoreless innings. If he can return to full form, he could be a game-changer for the Red Sox, who are still looking to add more pieces for their 2025 roster. Meanwhile, the Rangers have strengthened their lineup by signing Joc Pederson to a two-year, $37 million deal. Pederson's left-handed power was a much-needed addition, addressing the team's hole at designated hitter. With their recent additions, including Jake Burger and Kyle Higashioka, the Rangers are aiming for a more potent offense to complement their pitching staff. The Astros also made a significant move, signing Christian Walker to a three-year, $60 million contract. With first base an area of concern after a lackluster 2024 campaign from Jose Abreu and Jon Singleton, Walker brings defensive prowess and consistent offensive production. His arrival signals the Astros' continued commitment to staying competitive as their payroll surpasses the luxury tax threshold for the second consecutive year. Elsewhere, the Phillies have bolstered their pitching staff by acquiring Jesús Luzardo from the Marlins in exchange for top prospects. Luzardo, now slotted as the No. 2 starter behind Zack Wheeler, adds much-needed depth to a Phillies rotation that's hoping to contend for another postseason berth. Meanwhile, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. is reportedly seeking a record-breaking contract extension from the Blue Jays, turning down their current $340 million offer in favor of a deal closer to the $500-$600 million range. This will undoubtedly be one of the offseason's biggest storylines as the Jays are under increasing pressure to meet his demands or risk losing their superstar in the near future. As the offseason heats up, one of the most exciting international stories is Roki Sasaki, the Japanese pitching sensation drawing significant interest from MLB teams. Known for his perfect game in 2022 and his dominance in NPB, Sasaki is poised to make a big impact once he makes his MLB debut, and teams like the Rangers, Giants, Yankees, and Mets are all in the mix for his services. The Marlins are continuing their rebuild, focusing on player development and long-term sustainability. With moves like trading Luzardo to the Phillies, they're looking to build a future that prioritizes young talent and a more stable payroll structure. In other news, the Rays have taken a low-risk gamble by signing Eloy Jimenez to a minor league deal. Despite his struggles in 2024, Jimenez's potential bat could give the Rays an added offensive boost if he returns to form in 2025. We also take a look at the luxury tax picture, with nine MLB teams exceeding the $237 million threshold in 2024. This includes the Dodgers, Mets, and Yankees, who will face draft pick penalties and other financial consequences as a result. We break down what this means for the landscape of the offseason and how it could impact these teams' future moves. Finally, we turn our attention to the Mets, who have been extremely active this offseason. After signing Juan Soto, the Mets are looking to further solidify their roster, with a potential trade for Pete Alonso still on the table. Their pitching staff has also seen some changes, with new additions like Sean Manaea, Frankie Montas, and Clay Holmes strengthening their rotation for 2025. Stay tuned for more offseason updates, predictions, and insights you won't hear anywhere else. Don't forget to follow us on Instagram and Twitter for exclusive content!

Matt Thomas and Ross Villarreal of The Matt Thomas Show discuss the Houston Astros struggling to find consistency at first base. The position has been an issue all season, with seven different players starting games at first base. Rookie Joey Loperfido, who was traded to Toronto in July, and catcher Victor Caratini have also played the position. The Astros released veteran Jose Abreu in June, halfway through a three-year, $58.5 million deal. Jon Singleton and Mauricio Dubon have split the majority of the time at first base since Abreu's release, but the Astros have been unable to find a solution to the lack of offensive production and defensive liabilities at a key position heading into a tight postseason race.

Matt Thomas and Ross Villarreal of The Matt Thomas Show discuss the Houston Astros struggling to find consistency at first base. The position has been an issue all season, with seven different players starting games at first base. Rookie Joey Loperfido, who was traded to Toronto in July, and catcher Victor Caratini have also played the position. The Astros released veteran Jose Abreu in June, halfway through a three-year, $58.5 million deal. Jon Singleton and Mauricio Dubon have split the majority of the time at first base since Abreu's release, but the Astros have been unable to find a solution to the lack of offensive production and defensive liabilities at a key position heading into a tight postseason race.

Houston Astros rookie Zach Dezenzo joins The Matt Thomas Show ahead of a three-game road series against the Boston Red Sox. Dezenzo made his Major League debut Tuesday versus the Texas Rangers and went 0-for-4; however, in the following game, the infielder was positioned at first base and went 2-for-3 with a double and a walk. "I'm still trying to take it all in," but "I feel a little bit more settled in now," Dezenzo said. The Astros have struggled with consistent production at first base, as seen with the release of veteran Jose Abreu on June 14 and platooning between Jon Singleton and Mauricio Dubón. "I feel like I can get the job done" at first base, and "I understand the importance of my role on this team." Dezenzo was selected in the 12th round from Ohio State in the 2022 MLB Draft and spent only 11 games at Triple-A, splitting time between third base and first base. "It's definitely unique, and there's an art to" working around the bag at first. Dezenzo also tells the story of how he found out he got promoted, recalls attending athlete bible study with Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud, signing the "Green Monster" at Fenway Park and more.

Houston Astros rookie Zach Dezenzo joins The Matt Thomas Show ahead of a three-game road series against the Boston Red Sox. Dezenzo made his Major League debut Tuesday versus the Texas Rangers and went 0-for-4; however, in the following game, the infielder was positioned at first base and went 2-for-3 with a double and a walk. "I'm still trying to take it all in," but "I feel a little bit more settled in now," Dezenzo said. The Astros have struggled with consistent production at first base, as seen with the release of veteran Jose Abreu on June 14 and platooning between Jon Singleton and Mauricio Dubón. "I feel like I can get the job done" at first base, and "I understand the importance of my role on this team." Dezenzo was selected in the 12th round from Ohio State in the 2022 MLB Draft and spent only 11 games at Triple-A, splitting time between third base and first base. "It's definitely unique, and there's an art to" working around the bag at first. Dezenzo also tells the story of how he found out he got promoted, recalls attending athlete bible study with Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud, signing the "Green Monster" at Fenway Park and more.

This week Craig and Rex take a deep dive into Houston's Jose Abreu and Rafael Montero contract fiascos and come away glad we're not the Angels. In Part 2, Ken Johnson did something on an April week night in 1964 that had never been done before in a Major League game - and hasn't been done since.Errata: Mike Trout, if healthy, could have played a possible 648 games since 2020.-->Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/tT8d3pVUsN-->You can support Hooks & Runs by purchasing books, including the books featured in this episode, through our store at Bookshop.org. Here's the link. https://bookshop.org/shop/hooksandruns Hooks & Runs - www.hooksandruns.comHooks & Runs on TikTok -  https://www.tiktok.com/@hooksandrunsHooks & Runs on Twitter - https://twitter.com/thehooksandrunsRex von Pohl (Krazy Karl's Music Emporium) on Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/people/Krazy-Karlz-Music-Emporium/100063801500293/ Hosts Emeritus:Andrew Eckhoff on Tik TokLink: https://www.tiktok.com/@hofffest Eric on FacebookLink: https://www.facebook.com/ichabodericMusic: "Warrior of Light" by ikolics (Premium Beat)     This podcast and this episode are copyright Craig Estlinbaum.   

Bleav Hosts Robert Land & Stephen Kerr ask if Reed Sheppard's Summer League blow-up is real & what are 3 Astros All-Star Break questions. How did Cam Whitmore & AJ Griffin look? Plus, we say goodbye to Jacoby Jones, Ken Hoffman, Shannen Doherty, Richard Simmons & Dr. Ruth. (4:38) Should Rockets trust Summer League Reed Sheppard Blow-Up? (7:58) Cam Whitmore & AJ Griffin (11:50) Which Texans player do we wanna see in Training Camp? (13:20) Remembering Texans WR & Returner Jacoby Jones (18:50) Lance McCullers deserves more respect (22:20) Espada & Astros are back! (23:54) Can Astros keep this going with young gun starters? (24:35) Will Montero get Jose Abreu treatment? (25:13) Can Altuve wear more protection? (27:55) Should Altuve play in All-Star Game? (30:48) What does Aledmys Diaz signing mean? (31:46) Will Astros make playoffs? (32:28) Remembering Ken Hoffman (34:40) Remembering Shannen Doherty, Richard Simmons & Dr. Ruth Subscribe on Youtube, Spotify, Apple & iHeart X @HSTPodcast #reedsheppard #josealtuve #jacobyjones

Seth and Sean discuss if Jose Abreu can be blamed in the instance that the Astros just barely miss out on the playoffs this season and if GM Dana Brown should be criticized for standing pat with the pitching rotation they have, and react to some of what new Lakers Coach JJ Redick had to say at his press conference.

HOUR 2 - Seth and Sean discuss if Jose Abreu could be blamed if the Astros barely miss the playoffs, Dana Brown standing pat with the pitching rotation, react to some of what JJ Redick said at his introductory presser, and dive into if the Texans should have pursued an RB in free agency more aggressively.

Bret and Rich hit on the struggles of the National League this season, Mookie Betts set to miss time with an injury and is this the end for Jose Abreu? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bret and Rich Herrera close out the week with a discussion on the greatness of the legendary Willie Mays, the best nicknames in baseball, the lack of teams with a winning record in the NL this season, Mookie Betts set to miss time, Jose Abreu released and we close with our mailbag! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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In the final hour, Dan Bernstein and Laurence Holmes pondered whether the Cubs will be proactive ahead of the MLB trade deadline on July 30. James Fegan of Sox Machine then joined the show to discuss the looming decisions the White Sox have to make ahead of the trade deadline, the Astros' decision to release former White Sox slugger Jose Abreu and more. Later, Bernstein and Holmes listened and reacted to a mariachi band cover the song "Higher" by Creed at a recent Mets game. 

Seth and Sean discuss Astros GM distancing himself from the team's signing Jose Abreu and how 4 prospects from the Astros' 2023 draft class have already made it up to Double A ball.

HOUR 1 - Seth and Sean react to the Celtics winning the NBA championship last night, discuss how Astros GM Dana Brown is distancing himself from the team bringing in Jose Abreu, and go through the day's Headlines.

Watching Jose Abreu suffer in Houston was torturous. Laurence discusses why Pito should have his own statue on the South Side.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/house-of-l-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Fantasy Baseball Live – June 16, 2024Segments 1 and 2 – Weekend's Baseball GamesAdditional Notes:1.Yamamoto – bummer…2.Michael Harris hits the IL list with a grade-2 hamstring issue. Grade 2 means four weeks or so – maybe longer. Who is the pickup?3.Kyle Bradish is back on the IL with more elbow inflammation. What do the Orioles do? Chayce McDermott?4.DJ Herz shoves it on Saturday. I've been writing about him for years. He doesn't throw hard, but it's also getting a ton of whiffs. The change-up is pretty good. He did get 21 whiffs on 45 swings on Saturday, which is pretty good. It was against the Marlins. Thoughts?5.The Astros parted ways with Jose Abreu, getting over 50% of this contract. Ouch. Joey Loperfido didn't get the call, but that could have been because he needs to spend 10 days in Triple-A (unless there is an injury). Is he the guy who eventually takes over?6.Are you ready to trust Edwin Diaz again?7.Hunter Brown is starting to look good? Thoughts?8.Gerrit Cole had a nice Triple-A tune up. 10K in 4.2 IP. Fastball though was off by over 2 MPH. Hmmm.Segment 3 – Waiver WireSegment 4 – Closer ReportClose

Chris Rose and Trevor Plouffe discuss the hottest stories in baseball Monday through Friday! Head to https://factormeals.com/today50 and use code today50 to get 50% off Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with @shop.mando and get $5 off off your Starter Pack (that's over 40% off) with promo code BASEBALLTODAY at https://shopmando.com! #mandopod #ad Use code BASEBALL15 at https://fieldofgreens.com for 15% off + free shipping Subscribe to the JM Newsletter: https://jomboymedia.com/signup 00:00 01:00 Tip of the cap 02:04 - Dodgers lose 2 stars... what now? 08:58 Shocked if Seattle doesn't win the west? 15:29 Brewers division lead up to 6.5 games 23:15 Mets and Red Sox heating up 31:58 More stories from the weekend 35:44 Jose Abreu released 37:06 OUTRO

This episode is presented by Gametime. Save $20 off your first purchase using promo code SOXMACHINE on tickets. Rundown [Intro] Recap White Sox series in Arizona [2:07] Drew Thorpe gets roughed up in his second career start. What went wrong and how does Thorpe want to bounce back in his next outing? [12:03] Erick Fedde flirted with disaster but was able to get out of serious jams. With how well Fedde has pitched in 2024 is his trade value at the highest? [22:25] James Fegan visits the White Sox Arizona Complex League team and he's got a new favorite prospect [31:59] Houston Astros visit Chicago as they recently released Jose Abreu. Our reaction to the news and would the White Sox be interested in bringing Abreu back next year? [43:45] White Sox Director of Pitching, Brian Bannister, is high on Jonathan Cannon. [48:00] Can Garrett Crochet continue to dominate just using two pitches? [51:33] Around MLB: The Draft Combine, Dodgers dealing with injuries, and why the Braves need outfield help soon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In the final hour, Dan Bernstein and Laurence Holmes were joined by Marquee Sports Network analyst Jim Deshaies to discuss the Cubs' struggles and rookie left-hander Shota Imanaga's success this season. Bernstein and Holmes then discussed former White Sox first baseman Jose Abreu being released by the Houston Astros recently and the White Sox's demise since the end of the 2021 season. Later, they listened and reacted to Cubs Radio announcer Pat Hughes detail shopping for a new mouse for his computer.

Dan Bernstein and Laurence Holmes discussed former White Sox first baseman Jose Abreu being released by the Houston Astros recently and the White Sox's demise since the end of the 2021 season.

DeChambeau hits "best shot of his life" to win The Open Astros forced to part ways with 3-time All-Star Lack of ratings + non-competitive series = disaster for NBA and ESPN News of the Weird

Seth and Sean break down the good and bad of the Astros winning 2 of 3 games against the Tigers, discuss the Astros moving on from Jose Abreu and what the plan is at first base.

Seth and Sean discuss the Astros releasing Jose Abreu, why now, potential future moves, and give credit where it's due in Acknowledge Me.

Seth and Sean would like to talk about the Astros winning some games over the weekend, but the main story is them cutting 1B Jose Abreu. So they dive into why the move got made now and why fans shouldn't be feeling bad for Abreu given the compensation he'll receive.

HOUR 2 - Seth and Sean discuss the Astros picking now to cut Jose Abreu, what they may do moving forward, give credit where it's due in Acknowledge Me, and dive into the Lakers Head Coaching job sparking a battle between a couple of the NBA's top nugget hussies over who the Lakers really wanted all along.

HOUR 4 - Seth and Sean break down the good and bad of the Astros' series against the Tigers this weekend, discuss the Astros' plan at first base now that they've moved on from Jose Abreu, react to a war room video from the Bears that makes the Falcons not look great, and dive into Gina Luhnow's very Southern Belle-like post on X.com after people responded to her Astros take.

We saw some good things in the White Sox series but we also saw some things that concerned us // After committing to fixing the strikeout issue, the experiment does not seem to have worked // Take Two: -The Jaguars and Trevor Lawrence have agreed on a 5 yr, $275M extension. With $200M guaranteed. -The Astros have released Jose Abreu. Abreu was the rookie of the year with the White Sox in 2014 and AL MVP in 2020 but has struggled mightily this season. He is still owed more than $30M on the deal he signed last year. (per Jeff Pasan) // RYAN SPILBORGHS, Apple TV+ MLB analyst // What's Bugging Bob   

Seth and Sean assess a metaphorical expiration date for Jose Abreu. What's the date that the Astros need to have cut ties with him by?

HOUR 1 - Sean and B-Scott discuss the Astros' loss and the continued frustrations with Jose Abreu, dive into the listeners' investigations as to which team(s) Nick Caserio was referring to when he said he doesn't like the orchestrated standing ovations in draft war rooms, and go through the day's Headlines.

Sean and B-Scott dive into the Astros loss and react to Joe Espada laying out some nonsense as to why he didn't pinch hit for Jose Abreu.

Seth and Sean dive into the recent good and bad of Jose Abreu's play, react to some of what Texans GM Nick Caserio had to say on the Up & Adams Podcast with Kay Adams, and give credit where it's due in Acknowlege Me!

HOUR 2 - Seth and Sean discuss the good and bad of Jose Abreu's recent performance, give credit where it's due in Acknowledge Me, and dive into Lions OC Ben Johnson having the perfect approach to taking the right Head Coaching job.

Show No. 19 is a Friday Full Edition featuring a two-part interview with Lenny Melnick, from of Lennymelnickfantasysports.com... in Part 1 (2:40), Lenny and PD discuss the good old days of fantasy baseball, including the earliest experts' leagues ... and in Part 2 (1:19:50), Lenny tells PD about assessing player disappointments, including Andrew Benintendi, Jose Abreu and Julio Rodriguez, plus his Boons and Banes ... In the Market Watch player news report, PD and Ray Murphy discuss hitter and pitcher news from the AL (32:25) and the NL (57:25) ... In the Minor League Minute (1:44:55), BHQ minor leagues analyst/scouting team member Rob Gordon looks at six prospects, including STL RHP Tink Hence, CHC OFs Owen Caissie and Brennen Davis, and WAS OF James Wood ... In the Frequent Flyer (1:48:40), BaseballHQ analyst Alex Beckey looks at LA 2B Andre Lipcius ... And in Extra Innings (1:52:05), PD looks at building a metric to assess team support for SPs ... Runs 2:01:15

Seth and Sean discuss the Astros showing up pretty high on the odds board for teams to get Pete Alonso and Vlad Guerrero Jr. and assess if either make sense as a replacement for Jose Abreu.

Seth and Sean discuss the Astros' 2-1 loss to the Mariners last night and dive into what Dana Brown said when asked about Jose Abreu. 

Seth and Sean discuss the Astros' loss and the incredibly frustrating way that Dana Brown and Joe Espada have been handling Jose Abreu, and react to what soon to be former Met Jorge Lopez said in his postgame presser that may be getting misinterpreted.

HOUR 1 - Seth and Sean discuss the Astros losing last night and their continued frustrations with GM Dana Brown when he talks about Jose Abreu, lay out the biggest takeaways from a fantastic profile piece on DeMeco by Dan Pompei in the Athletic, and go through the day's top stories.

HOUR 4 - Seth and Sean dive into the Astros' front office's refusal to move on from Jose Abreu, re-grade the top NFL trades over the past decade, and discuss if the Texans made things difficult for other teams with a big WR looking for a new deal.

HOUR 1 - Seth and Sean vent their frustrations about how the Astros are handling Jose Abreu, dive into why they like the Texans extending WR Nico Collins, and go through the day's Headlines.

Seth and Sean discuss what they think is the most exasperating thing about the Astros right now and dive into why Astros fans have a right to judge Jose Abreu based on what some are calling a "small sample size."

Seth and Sean discuss last night's game finally making them understand the listener who said they won't watch the Astros until Jose Abreu is gone. Is the Astros' front office treating fans like idiots?

Chris Rose and Trevor Plouffe discuss the hottest stories in baseball Monday through Friday! Head to https://factormeals.com/today50 and use code today50 to get 50% off Subscribe to the JM Newsletter: https://jomboymedia.com/signup This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at https://betterhelp.com/BASEBALLTODAY and get on your way to being your best self. Get ahead of the game with Blackbox Sports AI! Visit https://shorturl.at/prDG3 and use code BASEBALL for your first week free Join the Jomboy Media DFS league today! http://dkng.co/jmleague Submit your question to be answered on Friday's show: https://x.com/ChrisRoseSports/status/1795498018801582575 TODAY'S TOPICS: 00:00 INTRO 01:42 Tip of the cap 02:48 Ronald Acuna Jr tears another ACL... out for the season 11:47 Angel Hernandez suddenly retires 20:17 Craig Counsell hears it from the Milwakee crowd 26:13 No spring training to blame for why Snell is struggling? 33:06 How long until Houston moves on from Jose Abreu? 37:21 Reds new home run celebration 38:55 OUTRO

Seth and Sean discuss the Astros 3-2 loss to the Mariners last night, Framber struggling before getting it back a little bit, and discuss how Jose Abreu fared in his return.

HOUR 4 - Seth and Sean discuss how Jose Abreu did in his return last night and how to reconcile rooting for the Astros but rooting against Abreu, dive into the lawsuit for sexual assault being brought towards former Jaguars K Brandon McManus, and assess if they were Stefon Diggs if they'd rather play for the Texans or the Bills during this contract year.

HOUR 1 - Seth and Sean discuss Framber Valdez struggling a bit in the Astros' 3-2 loss last night as well as how Jose Abreu did in his return, dive in and assess a couple guys on the Texans' D that Robert Mays of the Athletic has some concerns about, and go through the day's Headlines.

Jason Collette and Trevor Hooth join the show to discuss the early season run environment and how it's working out (or not) for some players.Discussions:Power and runs are down across the board, how will we adapt?Rostering middle relievers, how do we find the guys who are vulturing wins and saves early like Reed Garrett?Jordan Walker is off to a slow start again this season, are you riding it out or running away?There's been a lot of discussion of José Abreu and his struggles, but what about Paul Goldschmidt? Are we worried about the Cardinals first baseman?Heston Kjerstad is the latest Orioles prospect to get the call up, will they find enough playing time for him to justify the FAAB cost?The Nationals rotation has been ripe for some enterprising prospects to grab a spot, but Mitchell Parker still caught us by surprise, are we adding him?Randy Arozarena is off to a slow start but can be streaky, should you leave him in your lineup or bench him and risk missing the start of a hot streak?Love it or Leave it:Cole Ragans is still winless and Mason Miller is giving us reasons to watch the As.Reese Olson looks really good for the Tigers.Kyle Hendricks has been hit hard to start the season and just landed on the IL, let's look back on the career of a guy who  understood pitching.Guests: Jason Collette & Trevor HoothHosts: Sara Sanchez | Shelly Verougstraete Join: PL+ | PL ProProud member of the Pitcher List Podcast Network