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In this episode of VSiN PrimeTime, hosts discuss MLB games, including the Brewers vs. Cubs, and analyze betting strategies. They also touch on the potential shutdown of Shohei Ohtani as a pitcher. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode of VSiN PrimeTime, hosts discuss MLB games, including the Brewers vs. Cubs, and analyze betting strategies. They also touch on the potential shutdown of Shohei Ohtani as a pitcher. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We are then joined by the radio voice of the Miami Marlins Jack McMullen joins us to talk about the Marlins stacking important wins as they are in the hunt for a playoff spot!

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The Marlins continue to stack wins and have found themselves still fighting for a spot in the playoffs! Tobin shares with Leroy the projected stats of Malik Willis and they think they might be slighting him just a bit! Tobin is keeping a watchful eye on the Toney probability of winning the Heisman and the gang discusses the probability of it!

In Hour 2 of The Greg Pogue and Darren McFarland Show, Chase McCabe joins the guys in studio, Adam Sparks of Knoxville News Sentinel joins the show to talk Tennessee football and the Volunteers' outlook heading into its opening game.

Mike, Ali, and Beau recap and react to the Atlanta Braves losing game one of their two game series against the Washington Nationals last night 9-5 in D.C., and explain why they think there's no need to panic about the Braves despite their lead in the NL East being down to 3 games after the Philadelphia Phillies won their sixth straight game last night.

Mike, Ali, and Beau continue to recap and react to the Atlanta Braves losing game one of their two game series against the Washington Nationals last night 9-5 in D.C., and talk about how this Braves season continues to be the ultimate roller coaster ride after their loss to the Nats.

Mike, Ali, and Beau continue to recap and react to the Atlanta Braves getting their seven game winning streak snapped last night after losing to the San Francisco Giants 7-3 at home, talk about how Braves starting pitcher last night Bryce Elder wasn't as sharp as he usually is, and explain why they think the Braves must continue to treat their upcoming series like they are playoff series.

Headlines and 12th Man News with GREGG BELL Cody White was offered a spot on the Seahawks practice squad but turned it down to had to the Raiders and he's not the only guy leaving, Jared Ivey is headed to the Falcons. How are the Seahawks feeling about the guys they kept on the practice squad and are they disappointed by who they lost? They were able to keep Trevon Diggs, can he make an impact this year? Is Nick Emmanwori going to be ready for opening day? Will the new owners be featured on tonight's episode of Hard Knocks and how unique is this situation? :30- We have to revisit that Dan Wilson postgame presser, Chuck's got some bones to pick with this one. :45- Is Lane Kiffin terrible for college football? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Looks like we get to talk about another disappointing Mariners loss. This team can't get on the same page and they keep finding new ways to lose games, despite putting up 8 runs last night. Is it over? :30- Mariners Morning After When the pitching performs, the offense struggles and vice versa and last night was another example of that as the Mariners fell to the Red Sox 9-8 in 10 innings. :45- Apple Cup is coming up on Sunday and in this new era of college football, it's certainly not the same rivalry we grew up watching. Can the tradition continue or will it al victim to the new path college football is taking? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Start your betting week with WagerTalk Today.Andy Lang & Dan Alexander are LIVE Monday with Gianni the Greek, professional bettor Bill Krackomberger and Steve Merril as the crew attacks the latest betting markets across MLB and football.Intro 00:00 WTT Play of the Day (53-41 Record) 1:00 News & Notes 2:30 Gianni the Greek 8:40 Early Season Football Line Moves 9:20 MLB Sharp Action 13:00 NFL Bets 14:30 Gianni's Best Bets 20:45 Andy's Best Bets 24:00 Bill Krackomberger 26:20 WNBA Props 27:52 College Football Week 1 29:00 Free MLB Prop 33:40 Betting UFC 35:30 Bill's Upcoming Shows 37:40 Steve Merril 40:00 WNBA Break is Dumb 40:00 MLB Double Gamer 45:45 Yankees vs Angels 46:00 Phillies vs Diamondbacks 48:48 MLB Playoffs 52:00 Splash Sports Pick 5 Contest 56:00 NFL Futures – Brock Purdy Passing Yards 1:01:00

Following a convincing sweep of the Mariners, Arden sizes up where things stand for the Blue Jays entering a potentially season-defining series in Cleveland. Along the way he touches on whether the Blue Jays should consider putting in a claim on Luis Robert Jr. (15:40), Buck Martinez's Hall of Excellence induction (26:35), some promising signs from George Springer and Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (35:10), and what sets Max Scherzer apart (45:09). This podcast is produced and sound engineered by Christian Ryan and hosted by Arden Zwelling. Contact us: attheletters@sportsnet.ca The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Today on Hooked on Sports:John discusses some of the results of the biggest stories ofthe 2026 NFL preseason, to the QB situations to big suspensions looming. What does John think about the Browns starting DeShaun Watson, the Vikings starting Kyler Murray, the Raiders expecting to start Kirk Cousins, and Josh Jacobsstarting the season on the NFL exemption list? Plus, are the Yankees now the most dangerous team in baseball? With four weeks left in the 2026 MLB regular season, the race to the playoffs is on, and John is over Pete Crow-Armstrongstamping his case for NL MVP, the weird AL Wild Card race, the Mariners slumping, the Dodgers' vulnerabilities, and the NL East race between the Braves and Phillies with a huge 4-game series this upcoming weekend between the twosquads in Philadelphia. And who is John picking in NCAA college football this year? John talks Big Ten, SEC, Notre Dame, his 12 teams in the College FootballPlayoff, and more. And what about Dae'Quan Wright going back to LSU from the pros?pros?

Headlines and 12th Man News with GREGG BELL The Seahawks 53-man roster is set for now and the Seahawks added another CB in Avery Smith; what does Gregg know about him? What does the addition of Smith mean for Trevon Diggs? What's the latest on the Terrion Arnold situation? There are only 3 guys in the running back room- does Gregg expect them to add before the season starts? Montorie Foster made this roster an none of us are surprised. Jalen Milroe played the entire game on Friday and played better than we've seen him play. Do we have a kicking problem? :30- ABC's of the Mariners - J is for JP: he is a liability at shortstop. - K is for Kade: Kade Anderson has not been locked in and he's still getting good results - L is for Laz: Laz Montes is getting the call up and will join the team tomorrow. :45- Aaron Donald is returning to the Rams and the Super Bowl odds have only increased for our NFC West rivals, but are people sleeping on the Seahawks? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Back-to-back series losses have intensified the pressure on the Blue Jays to either start stacking up wins or counting down days until the off-season. Ben and Arden start by sizing up the difficult task ahead for the club (00:31) before considering the club's pitching options in light of Shane Bieber's injury (21:10) and the ongoing mystery that is Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s 2026 (40:57). This podcast is produced and sound engineered by Christian Ryan and hosted by Ben Nicholson-Smith and Arden Zwelling. Contact us: attheletters@sportsnet.ca The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The final preseason game is here- now THAT's a reason to celebrate! Why are we even playing these games? Tonight we will have 4 quarters of Jalen Milroe and the 3rd stringers and it seems ridiculous that the NFL continues to make us go through this. :30- Geno Suarez was put on waivers by the Reds and yesterday we were hopeful that the Mariners would claim him and bring back the good vibes, but it didn't happen and yeah, we're a little disappointed. :45- This week the entertainment world lost two icons… See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:00) Is a $60 wedding gift enough … if it comes from 5 people?(23:33.67) WHAT HAPPENED LAST NIGHT: Patriots at Browns in the final Preseason game tonight at 8. The Red Sox drop the final game down in Miami in terrific fashion, ending their win streak at 5. The current MLB Playoff picture, who's in and who's pretending. (37:34.51) The celebs with the most below the belt - according to eye witness accounts and John Hamm was catching heat from Clemens, at least he claims. Please note: Timecodes may shift by a few minutes due to inserted ads. Because of copyright restrictions, portions—or entire segments—may not be included in the podcast.CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & HARDY: linktr.ee/ToucherandHardyFor the latest updates, visit the show page on 985thesportshub.com. Follow 98.5 The Sports Hub on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. Watch the show every morning on YouTube, and subscribe to stay up-to-date with all the best moments from Boston's home for sports!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On today's podcast, Charlie and Mitch talk about the Milwaukee Brewers, Green Bay Packers, and Giannis Anetokounmpo The podcast begins with the boys talking about who you fear the most in the MLB Playoffs. They draft it from 1 to 5 with discussions on the Los Angeles Dodgers, Philadelphia Phillies, Chicago Cubs, and more. From there, they talk about the Green Bay Packers' biggest regret this fall. Is it getting rid of Dontayvion Wicks and/or Romeo Doubs? Not hiring Jim Leonhard? Lastly, Mitch introduced a Giannis Antetokounmpo one-and-done theory with Miami and Milwaukee that is starting to look more real at least for a little while.

Rays Playoff Push, Prospects and Baseball Around the WorldMark Corbett and Mat Germain break down the Tampa Bay Rays as they head into the final stretch of the season, plus prospects, the Little League World Series, the Rays stadium debate and international women's baseball.Rays Playoff PushThe Rays face a difficult schedule as they battle toward the postseason. Mark and Mat discuss recent performances, injuries, Kevin Cash's decisions and how the roster could take shape for the playoffs.Freddy Peralta's strong outing gets attention, including how increased use of his changeup may be helping his success.Rays Prospects on the RiseXavier Isaac and Caden Bodine have moved up to Triple-A Durham. Bodine's rapid climb through the Rays system has been especially impressive and could put him in the conversation as a future Tampa Bay catcher.Jacob Melton, Jake Fraley, Victor Mesa Jr. and other Durham players could also provide the Rays with options down the stretch.Little League World SeriesCanada puts together an impressive international run with wins over Australia, Panama and South Korea. Mark also highlights Alabama standout Kinley Rasmus, whose pitching and hitting have drawn comparisons to Mo'ne Davis.ABS and Baseball's Changing RulesShould MLB fully automate balls and strikes? Mark and Mat discuss the ABS challenge system, overturned calls and whether technology should take a larger role in officiating.Rays Stadium DebateThe proposed new Rays stadium in Tampa remains a major topic. Mark and Mat discuss taxpayer funding, construction costs, community benefits, affordable housing and the value of keeping Major League Baseball in Tampa Bay.Women's Baseball World CupThe show wraps up with the Women's Baseball World Cup in Taiwan, including Japan's strong performance and the continued international growth of women's baseball.Topics: Tampa Bay Rays, Rays prospects, MLB playoffs, Kevin Cash, Freddy Peralta, Xavier Isaac, Caden Bodine, Durham Bulls, Little League World Series, Kinley Rasmus, ABS challenge system, Rays stadium, Women's Baseball World Cup, women's baseball.BaseballBiz On Deck with Mark Corbett and Mat Germain covers the Tampa Bay Rays, MLB, prospects, baseball history and the business of the game.

Ashley's back and Cal suddenly can't hit, coincidence? Who's fault is it? The Mariners played well while Ashley was gone, but when they lost, they REALLY lost and there was some weirdness over the last week and a half. :30- Mariners Morning After The Mariners lost to he Phillies yesterday after Bryan Woo had a tough start, but they won the series, their 2nd series win in a row and their 3rd series win out of their last four, which means they are still hanging on for the playoff race and closing in on both the Rangers and Astros. :45- The new Seahawks owners spoke at a press conference yesterday, what did we think of what they had to say? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bret Boone talks MLB playoff picture, NL MVP race full 1079 Tue, 25 Aug 2026 19:30:00 +0000 N1VRXn0Ro6Tw2YExlk0536opNAVUZh0k mlb,sports Rahimi & Grote Show mlb,sports Bret Boone talks MLB playoff picture, NL MVP race Leila Rahimi and Mark Grote bring a thoughtful, fast-moving approach to Chicago sports as they break down the day's biggest stories across the NFL, MLB, NBA and college sports, with Chicago always leading the conversation — from the Bears and Cubs to the Bulls, White Sox and more. Known for smart analysis, lively discussion and caller interaction, the show offers Chicago fans an informed perspective on everything happening in the city's sports landscape. Catch the Rahimi & Grote Show live Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on 104.3 The Score or on the Audacy app. © 2026 Audacy, Inc. Sports https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?feed-l

Bret Boone talks MLB playoff races & Ian Happ talks Cubs (Hour 4) full 2388 Tue, 25 Aug 2026 20:15:00 +0000 77lJ9J1JA890i3RHLMpMTAiw8jT7vY37 sports Rahimi & Grote Show sports Bret Boone talks MLB playoff races & Ian Happ talks Cubs (Hour 4) Leila Rahimi and Mark Grote bring a thoughtful, fast-moving approach to Chicago sports as they break down the day's biggest stories across the NFL, MLB, NBA and college sports, with Chicago always leading the conversation — from the Bears and Cubs to the Bulls, White Sox and more. Known for smart analysis, lively discussion and caller interaction, the show offers Chicago fans an informed perspective on everything happening in the city's sports landscape. Catch the Rahimi & Grote Show live Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on 104.3 The Score or on the Audacy app. © 2026 Audacy, Inc. Sports https://player.amperwavepodca

With the MLB season entering its final stretch, the standings remain crowded—but does that mean baseball has compelling playoff races or simply too many mediocre teams still in contention?In Episode 722 of Almost Cooperstown, Mark and Gordon Kolier examine the American and National League playoff pictures, the teams building momentum and the supposed contenders beginning to fade. The expanded postseason keeps more fan bases interested deep into August, but it can also create a path to October for teams that have barely played winning baseball.Which clubs are legitimate World Series threats? Which teams are hanging around only because the playoff field has grown? And how much should one strong postseason run erase five months of ordinary regular-season baseball?The discussion also covers the continuing uncertainty surrounding MLB's next collective bargaining agreement, the owners' interest in greater payroll controls and whether baseball can avoid another damaging work stoppage before the 2027 season.Plus, Mark and Gordon consider late-season injuries, pitching concerns, surprising performances and the players and teams worth watching as September approaches.Almost Cooperstown is a weekly baseball podcast featuring a father and son talking—and frequently arguing—about Major League Baseball, baseball history and the players who belong in Cooperstown.

Today's Sports Daily covers what's coming up this week, current Survivor contest, Circa's big week coming up, NFL pre-season QB battle, MLB Playoff race, & a crazy stat from Friday in MLB. Music written by Bill Conti & Allee Willis (Casablanca Records/Universal Music Group)  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Blue Jays return home with a big opportunity in front of them. Arden and Ben discuss the state of the team (00:50), Kazuma Okamoto's production (36:53) and the pitching puzzle (46:15). This podcast is produced and sound engineered by Christian Ryan and hosted by Ben Nicholson-Smith and Arden Zwelling. Contact us: attheletters@sportsnet.ca The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Terminello's Take on Tommy John Legacy ; NFL Joint Practices and MLB Playoff Race 8-22-26 Powered by Fanatics! Check out my Fanatics Creator storefront! https://www.fanaticscreators.c...Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/onelegupalex-media--1101162/support.

MLB Playoff races are heating up! Mark is worried about how he's going to consume college football this season. Today Was The Day When, The Good Bad and Ugly, What's On Tap?

The Blue Jays are right back in it. Arden and Ben marvel at the team's success (0:11) and discuss how they can keep it going (6:42) before discussing Brett Bateman and the rotation (32:59). This podcast is produced and sound engineered by Christian Ryan and hosted by Ben Nicholson-Smith and Arden Zwelling. Contact us: attheletters@sportsnet.ca The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jerry fills in for Gio on Boomer & Jerry as the guys break down Mets home-plate defense, the MLB playoff race, and whether NFL starters should play in the preseason. The tone shifts to honor former Raven OJ Brigance and discuss football's physical toll, alongside C-Lo's updates featuring highlight calls, Gary Cohen's 'squishy dumpling' confusion, and sound bites from Malik Nabers and Aaron Glenn. The show wraps by exploring Nielsen ranking New York last in NFL fan indexes, revisiting a classic Mad Dog vs. Boomer throwback, crowning Jerry asking Boomer if he's on cocaine as Moment of the Day, and closing on the surprising Lakers sale.

Jerry is in for Gio today on Boomer & Jerry! We start with the Mets throwing three Diamondbacks out at the plate in the first two innings, then dive into the MLB playoff picture and the AL East's postseason crowd. Before C-Lo's first update, Boomer channels Craig Carton yelling about Jaxson Dart risking preseason injury—prompting Jerry to ask if Boomer's on cocaine this morning. To cap off the hour, a caller calls out Boomer's bad memory regarding teams coming back from 20 games down to make the World Series.

Justin Cuthbert and Jesse Rubinoff kick things off with Sportsnet's Chris Leroux (1:35) ahead of the Jays series opener against the Rays! They break down the Jays historical performances against Tampa Bay, if the Jays can make the postseason with their stars continuing to struggle, Soriano's early returns for Toronto and what to expect from him on the mound tonight, and much more. Then, Ben Verlander joins the show (25:20) as they discuss the playoff races around the MLB, if a team below .500 battling hard for a wild card spot good for the league, why he believes the Jays surging players and schedule leave them poised for a postseason berth, if the Tigers will regret their deadline moves, and more. Then, they discuss if the Rays are the top team in the AL, if the Red Sox run was as convincing as it seemed, the Dodgers tough stretch of play as of late and where their issues lie, if the Brewers are good enough to win the World Series, and much more! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Gene is excited about what he saw from the Bills in their first preseason game. Plus, he experienced the new Highmark Stadium for the first time and the AL wild card race is less than appealing.

In this hour of Cashing Out, Doug Kezirian previews some NFL futures bets and discusses the current state of the MLB. Also, joining the show is Greg Peterson, VSiN host, to forecast the relevant topics in the MLB. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Join Andrew and Max as they talk through the MLB Playoff Picture at the 75% mark of the season. They also discuss Russell Westbrook's retirement and the sale of the Los Angeles Lakers.Special thanks to Pri Kligerman for our logo!-------------------------------------------------------------Follow Podcast by Committee on Instagram and Twitter:IG: https://www.instagram.com/podcast_by_committee/Twitter: https://twitter.com/PodByCommitteeFollow Andrew and Max on Twitter:Andrew (https://twitter.com/andrewfbrill)Max (https://twitter.com/maxjbrill)Reach out to us via email: hosts@podcastbycommittee.comPodcast By Committee is produced by Starting Five Productions.

Terminello's Take on Contending Teams In MLB Playoff Push (ft. Pags Perspective) recorded 8-12-26Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/onelegupalex-media--1101162/support.

Mike, Ali, and Beau talk about how the Braves are going to finish the regular season with a lot of series that may end up being playoff previews.

Mike and Beau recap and react to the Atlanta Braves beating the New York Mets 4-0 at home last night, and talk about how the Braves need quality starts from their starting pitchers to have playoff success.

Headlines and 12th Man News with GREGG BELL What did Gregg think of episode 2 of Hard Knocks and what did he take away from the way Derick Hall is portrayed and the inclusion of the Terrion Arnold situation? Nick Emmanwori passed his physical, so what's the latest on his return? :30- ABC”s of the Mariners - W is for Woo who was really good on the road last night after a rough first inning. - X is for Explanation: we need an explanation… why are we so bad at challenges? - Y is for Year-Ender: it feels like the season is over after last night. - Z is for Zunino: Cal's season is so bad, he wishes he was Mike Zunino. :45- It's time for Chuck to get Reckless at Breakfast and today's the day he calls Cal out. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is it over? It feels like this Mariners team is done after last night's loss… another disappointing offensive performance and more questionable bullpen choices were the headlines from the Mariners 4-1 loss to the Yankees. The math still allows for this team to make a run and get into the playoffs, but where does the spark come from and why can't they find it? :30- Mariners Morning After Bryan Woo delivered a shutout performance in NY, a very welcome sight, but the offense couldn't string anything together and managed just 1 run on 3 hits. :45- Hard Knocks episode 2 aired last night and we are fascinated by what we are able to see from this team. Mike MacDonald, Leonard Williams and Derick Hall are the stars of this show so far. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We got cut off with HUGH MILLEN last week, so we revisit the conversation where it left off and get more of his thoughts on a salary cap. :30- We're down with OPQ! - Murray gets named the starter over McCarthy in Minnesota and more QB news from around the league! :45- We close out the show with one last thing! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's time to talk Hard Knocks and we had some great moments in last night's episode! One of the big stories was the Terrion Arnold situation, so let's discuss. :30- We don't really want to have to recap last night's game again, but we must- it's the Baseball Brunch! Woo was good last night, Arozarena came through… no one else did and Cal spoke up after the game :45- Cal talked about an edge and the team needing to find one, which makes us think that no matter what Dan is saying in press conferences, he's not giving them that edge in the clubhouse. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The voice of the Salt Lake Bees on this week's series in El Paso, Playoff races heating up in MLB, Whitt downplaying hate between his Michigan FB and Ohio St + more

This week, we talk Cubs at the break, PCA's MVP-level season, the Cubs' deadline additions, and what the playoff rotation and bullpen could look like in October. Then shift to Bears training camp, highlighting early standouts, injury concerns, and whether Caleb Williams is ready to take the next step! 

With roughly 40 games remaining in the 2026 MLB regular season, the postseason picture is beginning to take shape—but there's still plenty of time for everything to change.The Boston Red Sox have come roaring back into the American League race after a remarkable stretch of winning baseball. Would you rather be a Red Sox fan right now—or a Dodgers fan? Los Angeles has suddenly hit a rough patch, but is this really cause for concern, or is a veteran championship team simply waiting for October?We look around baseball at the contenders, pretenders and teams hanging onto the edges of the playoff race. The Rays continue to prove us wrong, the Yankees are waiting for reinforcements, and with only about a quarter of the season remaining, one terrible week could effectively end a team's postseason hopes.We also discuss Yankees prospect George Lombard Jr. and the pressure that comes with playing shortstop in New York; the remarkable extra-inning Red Sox-White Sox game that produced scoring in five consecutive innings; and why games like that make a pretty good argument for MLB's regular-season extra-inning rule.Then there's Tommy John. With news about John's health prompting renewed discussion of his Hall of Fame candidacy, we debate a fascinating question: Is his 288-win, 26-year pitching career worthy of Cooperstown on its own—or are people inevitably giving him extra credit because the revolutionary surgery bears his name?Plus, Jacob Wilson sets a Major League record for consecutive errorless games by a shortstop, Matt Olson reaches 900 consecutive games played, and we consider whether Cal Ripken Jr.'s 2,632-game streak may be the most unbreakable record in baseball.Finally, there's actually a reason for optimism about MLB's looming labor confrontation. Every owner lockout in MLB history has ended before costing baseball a regular-season game. Could history—and the enormous amount of money now at stake—make a 2027 work stoppage less likely than many fans fear?We finish with Craig Kimbrel joining his 12th MLB franchise and a Chicago Cubs defense that isn't merely good—it has a chance to rank among the best defensive teams we've ever seen.It's another week of baseball history colliding with the game we're watching right now on Almost Cooperstown.Almost Cooperstown is a weekly baseball podcast featuring thoughtful conversations about the Baseball Hall of Fame, baseball history, current MLB topics, player comparisons, statistics and the stories that connect today's game with its rich history.Thanks again to Mercury Maid for the Intro & Outro music.Visit AlmostCooperstown.com for original baseball articles, subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts, and follow Almost Cooperstown on YouTube.

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Craig Carton and Chris McMonigle open Monday's show by discussing the New York Yankees' offensive struggles -- and whether or not the strength of their pitching is enough to overcome their slump without Aaron Judge.

How much of a threat will the Tigers be in the MLB Playoffs?

We are then joined by the host of the Marlins pregame show Stephen Strom, we discuss the fishes difficulty winning in the ATL, what they have struggled with all season, the tradeline additions, and the teams road to the Wildcard!

Dave and Lefko have their weekly conversation with El Hombre Michael Bradley to get his thoughts on the Seahawks’ edition of Hard Knocks, the fallout from the Dodgers’ acquisition of Tarik Skubal, the current shape of the MLB Playoff race, and the kind of reception Alex Rodriguez will get at the Mariners 50 greatest players ceremony.