Momentum is only good as the next day’s starting pitcher. Specifically, the worse one.
Ben and Sam discuss the improbable outcomes of the first three games between the Cardinals and Dodgers.
The Dodgers are heavy favorites for the game, but if the Cardinals can win Game Four they’ll take a big lead in the series.
Ben and Sam discuss momentum, clutch, and other ALCS storylines.
An observation about October bullpen usage.
What do the stats say about the value of previous playoff appearances?
Wacha wins again.
The Tigers win Game One the way they’ve won so many games this season.
October once again becomes the Beltran show, Greinke is great, and Mattingly makes mistakes.
Ben and Sam discuss Justin Verlander in the wake of his ALDS performance, then answer some listener emails.
Will Justin Verlander pitch the Tigers past Boston?
For the second straight year, a vintage Justin Verlander shows up for the decisive game of a Tigers-A’s ALDS.
Ben and Sam discuss the narratives that are dominating the discussion this October.
The staff recounts moves made by postseason skippers that stand out for the right or wrong reasons.
Crazy series, crazy game.
Ben and Sam discuss the current true talent of Miguel Cabrera, then talk about pitchers starting on short rest in October.