A Year in the League: 2011 Major League Baseball
Summary
Hosts Dana Augusta and Charles Combs randomly select the 2011 MLB season for their "A Year in the League" series. They discuss Justin Verlander’s dominant MVP campaign, historic September collapses by the Red Sox and Braves, and the Cardinals’ improbable World Series victory over the Rangers. The episode also critiques modern baseball’s decline in popularity, citing analytics, rule changes, and diminished broadcasting quality compared to past eras.
Topics discussed
Introduction and blind draw setup
Drawing the 2011 MLB season
Context: Lack of Game 7s and baseball's decline
The role of broadcasters and nostalgia
2011 Season overview: Analytics and pitching
The historic September collapses
Playoff race and wildcard drama
The 2011 World Series recap
Post-series analysis and fan reactions
Red Sox clubhouse controversy and outro
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