Ketel Marte placed on the restricted list after going MIA?
Summary
Hosts Chris Rose and Trevor Plouffe discuss the tight NL MVP race between Pete Alonso and Shohei Ohtani, analyzing their offensive stats and defensive value. They cover Ketel Marte’s placement on the restricted list after missing a game, Kyle Tucker’s struggles, and Max Fried’s return to the injured list. The episode also touches on a controversial fair/foul call involving the Marlins, Brian Baker’s postgame celebration, and fan creativity in Pittsburgh.
Topics discussed
Intro and appreciation for elite outfield arms
Cubs vs. White Sox crosstown rivalry recap
NL MVP race: Shohei Ohtani vs. Pete Alonso
Blast of the Week: Top home runs of the week
Ketel Marte placed on restricted list
Amazon back-to-school shopping segment
Ohtani's offensive stats and Matt Olson's 500 HR chase
Kyle Tucker's struggles and confidence issues
Yankees pitching updates: Rodon and Max Fried
T-Mobile powers MLB's ABS Challenge technology
Controversial fair/foul call in Phillies vs. Marlins
Rays closer Brian Baker's dugout celebration
Pirates fans 'Tarps Off' and closing banter
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