The best celebratory moments from a roller-coaster MLB postseason (1:42)
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BBTN: David Schoenfield and Hembo on Monday's CLS games and the passing of Joe Morgan
David Schoenfield joins Buster to discuss why Joe Morgan was the perfect player, the White Sox basically firing Rick Renteria and if they’d considering hiring A.J. Hinch, the Braves’ no longer middling pitching, the Dodgers’ bullpen, the Rays taking control of the series, and Jose Altuve’s defense (11:37). Plus, Hembo hops on to talk about Morgan having greatest two-year stretch of any modern infielder, and his takeaways from Monday’s games (29:17).
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BBTN: Michael Kay on Yankees-Rays in game five of the ALDS
Michael Kay joins Buster to discuss game five of the ALDS between the Yankees and Rays, why he’s confident in Gerrit Cole on short rest, how a win tonight will rescue Aaron Boone’s game two platooning, what he expects from Tyler Glasgow, Tampa needing Brandon Lowe to breakout and the Astros advancing to the ALCS (12:41). Later, Todd Radom hops on to talk about his new hockey (?!) book, baseball needing a polarizing villain like Houston and if the AL teams should fear the Dodgers or Braves more (24:02).
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BBTN: Karl Ravech on emotion of Dodgers-Padres, the A’s coming back from the dead and Randy Arozarena’s tear. Plus, Bill Shaikin on fans in the stands for the World Series
Karl Ravech joins Buster Olney to discuss calling games on the radio for the first time since college, the emotion of Dodgers-Padres, the A’s coming back from the dead, Randy Arozarena’s tear, second-guessing Aaron Boone’s decision to platoon his pitchers in game two and Ian Anderson’s confidence (16:19). Later, The Los Angeles Times’ Bill Shaikin hops on to talk about the hunger for a title in L.A., MLB’s plan to allow fans in the stands at the World Series and the reorganization of the minor leagues (39:47).
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Hour 1: Bellinger Robbery
Keyshawn Johnson, Jay Williams, and Zubin Mehenti begin the show discussing Cody Bellinger coming up big in the playoff game robbing Fernando Tatis Jr of a huge moment. Also, the guys break down what the Titans were or werent thinking when they broke Covid protocol. Did they know things would get this bad?
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Bellinger robs Padres as Dodgers hold on for 2-0 NLDS lead
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Cody Bellinger robs Fernando Tatis Jr. of go-ahead home run with incredible catch
Just when it looked as if the Padres' superstar shortstop was going to add another epic moment to his list, the reigning NL MVP stepped in with a sensational leaping grab to keep the Dodgers on top.
Injured Clevinger taken off Padres' NLDS roster
The Padres have removed Mike Clevinger from their NLDS roster because of an elbow injury, which means he will not be able to pitch unless San Diego makes the World Series.
Jeff Passan ESPN
Mike Clevinger is officially off the Padres' division series roster. He'll be replaced by Dan Altavilla. Clevinger won't be available in the NLCS now accordingly.
BBTN: Minnesota's Jake Odorizzi shares his thoughts on all of the Division Series
Minnesota Twins pitcher Jake Odorizzi joins Buster to discuss putting himself in place of a pitcher when watching the postseason, the Yankees overthinking using Deivi GarcÃa as an opener, the challenge of playing without days off in a series, how to pitch to Giancarlo Stanton when he’s on a tear, why he’s not surprised the Astros are on the verge of another ALCS, Ronald Acuña Jr. getting hit and the market for his services this offseason (15:33). Plus, Sarah Langs plays The Numbers Game (40:07)
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2020 NL West Standings
| TEAM | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LA Dodgers | 43 | 17 | .717 | - | W4 |
| San Diego | 37 | 23 | .617 | 6 | W3 |
| San Francisco | 29 | 31 | .483 | 14 | L3 |
| Colorado | 26 | 34 | .433 | 17 | L1 |
| Arizona | 25 | 35 | .417 | 18 | W1 |
2020 Team Leaders
- Batting
- Pitching
BATTING AVERAGE
Home Runs
RUNS BATTED IN
Earned Run Average
Wins
Strikeouts
Team Stats
- Batting
- Pitching
Runs3253rd
Batting Average.25710th
On Base Percentage.3338th
Slugging Percentage.4663rd
Earned Run Average3.868th
Quality Starts224th
WHIP1.203rd
BAA.2349th