Baseball Today Does a Paul Skenes trade feel inevitable at this point?
Nov 14, 2025
The hosts dive into Shohei Ohtani's remarkable fourth MVP win and his future prospects. Aaron Judge's tight race for his third MVP over Cal Raleigh adds another layer to the awards discussion. The spotlight shines on Paul Skenes, who skyrocketed from rookie to unanimous Cy Young winner, sparking debate on whether he's bound for a trade. They also delve into the trade whispers surrounding Byron Buxton, examining potential moves that could reshape team dynamics.
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Ohtani's Two-Way Value Is Unmatched
- Shohei Ohtani's two-way excellence and massive contract combine to make him a perennial MVP as long as he's healthy.
- Plouffe argues only injury or extreme absence from the field would stop Ohtani from dominating MVP voting.
Judge vs. Raleigh: A Close MVP Debate
- Aaron Judge edged a close MVP race with Cal Raleigh by continuing elite hitting and positional value debates.
- Plouffe and Rose saw the close vote as fair and a reflection of both players' exceptional seasons.
Judge's Offensive Run Is Monumental
- Aaron Judge continues historic offensive dominance, joining an elite company of multi-year OPS+ and homer consistency.
- Hosts compare Judge's recent run only to legends like Babe Ruth and Barry Bonds.