Baseball Connection

Rays Trade Willy Adames | Wander Franco's Timeline

The Rays have traded Willy Adames to the Brewers. This makes a clear pathway for Wander Franco, baseball's #1 prospect to begin his MLB career. The Rays say Franco won't be called up just yet, but it's becoming obvious that Franco will be up sooner rather than later.

Kluber Joins No-Hit Parade | Is La Russa Out of Touch?

And we have yet another no-hitter. Corey Kluber joined in on the fun as he delivered the 6th no-hitter of the season. Kluber's bounce-back season has been a welcome surprise to many. Tony La Russa is defending unwritten rules and we can't say we're surprised. All this (and more) on today's episode.

Turnbull No-Hitter | Lux Finds Groove

Spencer Turnbull has delivered the 5th no-hitter of the season. Turnbull came from leading MLB in losses in 2019 to etching his name in the record books. This was the Mariners' second time being no-hit in the past 13 days. How many more no-no's will we see this year? Gavin Lux and the Dodgers have gotten into a groove. All this (and more) on today's episode.

Pillar's Scary Hit-By-Pitch | Cole Breaks Strikeout Streak Record | Ohtani Regains HR Lead

Kevin Pillar took a 94.5 mph fastball to his face last night. He was taken to the hospital for CT scans, but it appears to be a broken nose at the very least. Gerrit Cole broke Corbin Burnes' recent record for most consecutive strikeouts between walks. Cole ran his tally up to 61 K's, although the Rangers tagged him for 5 runs to defeat the Yankees. Shohei Ohtani hit his MLB-leading 13th HR. Should we see him in the Home Run Derby? All this (and more) on today's episode.

Injured List Woes | Stanton, Conforto, McNeil | Syndergaard Update

The Yankees have placed Giancarlo Stanton on the 10-day injured list. This isn't a surprise to most of us as Stanton has constantly battled injuries over the past few years. The Mets placed McNeil and Conforto on the IL as well with hamstring injuries. Noah Syndergaard will be back in action soon - he's starting a rehab assignment at Low-A. All this (and more) on today's episode.

Pujols to Dodgers | Vlad's Development Continues

Albert Pujols will stay in Los Angeles. The future Hall of Famer agreed to a deal with the Dodgers for the rest of the season. Pujols will get a real chance to chase his third ring. Vlad Guerrero Jr. hit his 10th homer of the season and continues to show opposite field power. All this (and more) on today's episode.

Kelenic's Big Game | Urshela & Judge Lift Yankees | Nats Flex Big Bats

Jarred Kelenic collected his first MLB hit and HR on the same swing. He also added two doubles and flashed his plus speed. Are the Bryce Harper comparisons fair? Gio Urshela's pinch-hit 3-run HR was the game-deciding blow as the Yankees defeated the Orioles. Aaron Judge added two homers of his own. Judge's numbers are excellent, and you just have to live with the strikeouts. The Nationals pounded out 17 runs against the D-backs and Yan Gomes led the way with 5 hits. All this (and more) on today's episode.

Plesac Spoils Mariners' Excitement | Don't Sleep On Trevor Rogers

On a night where the Mariners welcomed two of their top prospects to the big leagues, Zach Plesac had other ideas. Plesac flirted with a no-hitter through 7+ innings as he and the Indians spoiled Seattle's excitement. It's time to stop sleeping on Trevor Rogers. Rogers has been off to an excellent start for Miami and looks like a front-end starter already. All this (and more) on today's episode.

Mets Continue Win Streak | Gerrit Cole's Milestone | Wheeler Leads Phillies

The Mets are missing a lot of key pieces, but that hasn't stopped them from rattling off a 7 game win streak. They've come around and should be a force if everyone gets healthy. Gerrit Cole surpassed 1,500 career strikeouts. Zack Wheeler has been everything the Phillies hoped for since they signed him. All this (and more) on today's episode.

Padres In Covid Mess | A's Leaving Oakland? | Lux Lifts Dodgers

The Padres will be without a bunch of their key players due to health and safety protocols following positive COVID tests from Tatis and Myers. The A's are preparing to leave Oakland in search of a better ballpark. Gavin Lux's 3-run HR lifted the Dodgers to a much-needed win, as their offense is still trying to bounce back. All this (and more) on today's episode.