Effectively Wild: A FanGraphs Baseball Podcast Effectively Wild Episode 2072: Can You Take Me Higher (or Lower)
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Oct 14, 2023 Ben Lindbergh and Meg Rowley discuss the career of Bryce Harper and scoring in the postseason. They also talk about Championship Series matchups and desired World Series matchups. The Ringer's Zach Kram joins to Stat Blast about players returning from absences in October and how rate stats differ between regular and postseason. They explore the origins of 'balls and strikes' and key pinch hitting situations. They compare regular season and postseason baseball statistics, and discuss NBA and MLB playoff formats and Patreon support.
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Introduction
00:00 • 4min
Bryce Harper's Fascinating Demeanor
03:58 • 19min
Reflection on Atlanta's Response to a Comment
23:17 • 2min
Discussion about a NL pitcher, home runs, and a game with unremarkable moments
24:56 • 3min
Unpredictable Outcomes and Lackluster Performances
27:30 • 15min
MLB Playoffs Preview
42:59 • 24min
The History and Phonological Constraints of 'Balls and Strikes'
01:06:52 • 11min
Key Pinch Hitting Situations in Baseball
01:17:22 • 7min
Post-Season Baseball Cards and Stat Comparison
01:24:11 • 2min
Postseason Baseball Statistics: A Comparative Analysis
01:26:38 • 28min
Playoff Formats in NBA and MLB, Braves' Past Success, and Patreon Support
01:54:46 • 5min