Baseball Connection

Dodgers fans are getting everything they could have hoped for from Mookie Betts. Betts homered thrice for the sixth time in his career, tying an all-time MLB-record. Yu Darvish looks like an ace. The Rays offense woke up this week, as they scored 42 runs over a four-game sweep of the Red Sox. All this (and more) on today's episode.

The Yankees have the luxury of being able to insert quality players into their lineup whenever a starter goes down. Clint Frazier showed why he's capable of starting at the MLB-level, as he collected 3 hits and a HR in his return to the lineup. It might be weird, but both the Orioles and Marlins have a winning record. All this (and more) on today's episode.

We knew that at least one player would be in contention to hit .400 this year. With more than a quarter of the season behind us, Charlie Blackmon is hitting an even .500. Even so, Blackmon still has a long journey ahead of him if he wants to hit .400 on the year. Dylan Bundy has quietly been one of the best pitchers in baseball this year. All this (and more) on today's episode.

From Mike Trout leading an Angel's-A's slugfest in Anaheim to Didi Gregorious' grand slam pacing the Phillies' 5 homers in Philadelphia, last night was full of offense around the league. We take a look at the offensive showcase that was on display.

Ronald Acuna Jr broke out of his early season funk in a big way. Acuna hit 3 home runs across the Braves' doubleheader sweep in Philadelphia, including a 4-4 performance in Game 2. The Astros and A's brawled in Oakland after Roam Laureano was hit-by-pitch in multiple at-bats. Zach Plesac is being disciplined by the Indians after breaking the team's rules by leaving the hotel to meet up with friends on Saturday night. All this (and more) on today's episode.

After another lead-off blast and an 8th-inning shot to follow, Fernando Tatis is now tied for the NL lead in home runs. Tatis is only 21 years old and has played just 99 MLB games, but he is a superstar already. Giancarlo Stanton has been placed on the injured list. The A's have an 8-game winning streak. All this (and more) on today's episode.

Alex Verdugo put on a show at Fenway Park on both offense and defense. Verdugo blasted two home runs and robbed a home run as well. As the centerpiece of the Mookie trade, the Red Sox need Verdugo to stay healthy to realize his great potential. The hottest hitter in the American League is currently... Jose Iglesias? Iglesias has a bet with his former teammate Joey Votto to see who ends the year with more hits. Who will it be? All this (and more) on today's episode.

In his first start of the year, Nick Markakis delivered a walk-off home run for the Atlanta Braves. Markakis had previously opted out of the season, but opted back in a week ago. The Marlins are 6-1 now and Don Mattingly has taken managerial lead for most wins in franchise history. How long can the Marlins stay hot? All this (and more) on today's episode.

Kyle Seager became just the fourth player to hit 200 home runs as a Seattle Mariner. He's the elder statesman and foundation of this young Mariners club. Chris Taylor's sharp throw from left field completed a double-play to seal a victory for the Dodgers over the Padres. The Marlins have found ways to keep winning, even though they are short-staffed. All this (and more) on today's episode.

Fresh off paternity leave, Mike Trout homered in his first at-bat back. Trout holds the record for the most home runs by a visiting player in Seattle. Jesus Luzardo is throwing 99 mph sinkers from the left side. Nick Castellanos has put himself on top of the MLB HR leaderboard. Castellanos hasn't stopped mashing since last year's trade deadline. All this (and more) on today's episode.