Effectively Wild: A FanGraphs Baseball Podcast

Effectively Wild Episode 2110: Rooker of the Year

Jan 11, 2024
In this episode, the hosts cover a range of interesting topics including Meg's recovery in the contracts draft, the signing of pitcher Shota Imanaga by the Cubs, the trailblazing career of Rachel Balkovec, and whether the horror film Night Swim can be considered a baseball movie. They also interview Oakland A's player Brent Rooker and discuss breakfast foods, advanced stats, player perceptions of luck, and funny athletes on Twitter. Other topics include DH penalties, unusual meals, recalling pitch sequences, and the aesthetics of baseball players.
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1
Introduction
00:00 • 2min
2
Predictions on Player Contracts and Competitive Race
02:18 • 17min
3
Night Swim: A Horror Movie with Elements of Baseball
19:38 • 10min
4
Baseball Player's Eligibility for Medical Coverage
29:37 • 7min
5
Discussion on a Potential Nickname and Off-Season Breakfast
36:56 • 2min
6
Haunted Pool
38:29 • 13min
7
Unveiling Overlooked Performances and Optimism for the Future
51:57 • 27min
8
DH Penalty in Baseball
01:18:44 • 9min
9
Choosing the Least Annoying Movies for Kids
01:28:09 • 2min
10
Reflection on Brent Rooker, Aesthetics of Baseball Players, and Updates
01:29:53 • 5min