On the sixth episode of DFA, Bryan and R.J. review the fall of Blake Snell, as the Rays send him back down to Durham after a rough start to the season. Then it’s on to Ian Happ and his cameo in Chicago, plus the usual run-through of all things transaction–including the Dodgers gaming the system and the closers disappearing in NYC.
Sit Fastball. Swing Hard. Strikeouts Don’t Matter.
Carlos Carrasco vs. Chris Archer fizzles out, Terry Francona pranks Kevin Cash, Yuli Gurriel blasts a grand slam, and the Mets’ bullpen implodes.
Notes on Eloy Jimenez, Mitchell White, Amed Rosario, Ronald Acuna, Kyle Funkhouser, and more.
Another demotion to Triple-A for the former top prospect, but maybe this time is different.
A flurry of Eddie Butler activity, and another shot for Jose Berrios to stick.
What kind of pitcher will the White Sox left-hander be once he returns from the disabled list?
Matt extends Jeter Week by window shopping, Kate is soothed by senescence, and Emma watches wildlife destroy the social contract.