Talkin' Baseball (MLB Podcast) PED Suspensions & Extensions
Apr 1, 2025
The hosts dive into Jurickson Profar's surprising 80-game PED suspension and its implications for the Braves' strategy. They also analyze Garrett Crochet's risky 6-year extension with the Red Sox, discussing ways to maximize his value. Excitement builds as they cover the return of Tyler Glasnow and buzzing baseball action in Sacramento. With a blend of humor and insight, the conversations spark thoughts on player integrity, contract decisions, and playful anecdotes from the field.
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Profar's Stats Suggest PED Use
- Jurickson Profar's breakout 2024 season is suspicious due to a recent PED suspension.
- His hard-hit stats and power spike logically suggest performance enhancement.
Suspension Clouds Pro Far Story
- Profar's suspension tarnishes an inspiring story of late-career success and hurts team dynamics.
- It dashes fans' hopes and impacts both Atlanta Braves' roster plans and fan trust.
PED Use Undermines Baseball Brotherhood
- PED use cheats hardworking players battling for Major League spots, violating baseball's brotherhood.
- Confidence in cleanness erodes with repeated denials; honesty might garner reluctant respect.