What happened to Paul Skenes + How worried should the Dodgers be about Diaz?
Summary
Buster Olney and Jake Peavy discuss the Field of Dreams game, Kyle Schwarber’s home run surge, and the NL playoff race. Peavy role-plays as managers Pat Murphy and Dave Roberts to analyze pitching strategies for the Brewers and Dodgers. The episode also features Paul Mbikidis on Will Smith’s impact, George Lombard Jr.’s defensive skills, and Paul Skenes’ performance struggles.
Topics discussed
Intro and Schwarber's leadoff home run
Phillies win and NL playoff picture analysis
Jake Peavy role-plays as Pat Murphy on Mizorowski
Jake Peavy analyzes Paul Skenes' velocity drop
Dodgers postseason rotation and bullpen strategy
Max Scherzer chases Verlander in strikeout record
Detroit Tigers trade impact and clubhouse leadership
Padres vs Brewers matchup and Dodgers outlook
Sponsors: Kalshi, 8Sleep, and La Quinta
Buster Posey joins studio and 'That Boy Bad' segment
Dodgers catcher injuries and Will Smith's value
George Lombard Jr.'s elite defensive impact
Deep dive into Paul Skenes' mechanical issues
Shift in ground ball distribution and fielding value
Julio Rodriguez's chase rate and plate discipline
Sponsors: Grainger and LinkedIn
Numbers Game, Ichiro story, and Soriano HOF debate
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