Baseball Today Another high-tension week in MLB with hit by pitches
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Jun 27, 2025 Joining the discussion is Dalton Feely, a baseball expert renowned for his insights. They dive into the drama surrounding the hit-by-pitches that have stirred tensions between the Blue Jays and Guardians. Feely shares thoughts on the Cubs' pitching woes and the triumphant return of star pitcher Shoda Imanaga. The duo also analyzes the Astros' dominance over the struggling Phillies, with a special focus on how Bryce Harper's absence is felt. They wrap up with the emotional rollercoaster of baseball, from intense player frustrations to humorous mishaps.
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Hit By Pitches Spark Tensions
- Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and Jose Ramirez were hit by pitches, sparking tensions in Cleveland games.
- Guerrero's hit-by-pitches seemed unintentional, but Ramirez's was likely intentional to protect teammates.
Intentional Hit-by-Pitch Risks
- Intentional hit-by-pitches are part of baseball's unwritten rules to protect star players.
- However, they can be dangerous and put key players like Ramirez at risk of injury.
Cubs Need Rotation Reinforcement
- Cubs rotation instability makes adding a strong starting pitcher a necessity even with Shota Imanaga's return.
- Their current rotation ranks near the bottom in strikeouts and pitching consistency.