Effectively Wild: A FanGraphs Baseball Podcast

Effectively Wild Episode 2396: Best. Postseason. Ever?

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Nov 4, 2025
Ben and Meg dissect the thrilling Game 7 of the World Series, highlighting standout moments and unexpected heroes like Miguel Rojas. They debate whether this postseason was the best ever, analyzing key metrics and thrilling drama. The duo also explores the fine line between victory and defeat through close calls and managerial decisions. They discuss the impact of celebrity culture on the atmosphere and reflect on the balance of competition throughout the series. Tune in for insightful analysis and lively banter!
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INSIGHT

Postseason Was Statistically Monumental

  • The 2025 postseason ranks atop CWPA metrics as the most impactful game, series, and postseason due to dramatic swings and many long series.
  • Extended postseason length and many full-length matchups amplified championship win-probability changes.
ANECDOTE

Game 7 Wasn’t An Ohtani Story

  • Shohei Ohtani started Game 7 but did not dominate; he looked gassed and yielded the Bichette homer.
  • The decisive heroics instead came from Yoshinobu Yamamoto, Will Smith, Miguel Rojas, and others.
ANECDOTE

Rojas Played Hurt — Then Delivered

  • Miguel Rojas played injured after celebrating Game 6 and took painkillers to appear in Game 7.
  • He hit a low-probability home run and remained in the game despite lingering pain.
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