Effectively Wild: A FanGraphs Baseball Podcast
Effectively Wild Episode 2074: Who Had it First?
Oct 19, 2023
Topics discussed include the lack of pitch-clock violations in the postseason, an on-field Phillies smooch, the Phillies' lead on the Diamondbacks in the NLCS, the Brewers' pivotal offseason, the differences between MLB and NBA newsbreakers, the rising percentage of pitchers with Tommy John surgery, the hypothetical scenario of regular-season series working like postseason series, and a radio-play-style Future Blast from 2074.
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- The Milwaukee Brewers face a pivotal offseason with uncertainties surrounding key players and manager Craig Counsell, particularly due to ace pitcher Brandon Woodruff's expected absence in the 2024 season.
- Comparing MLB and NBA news breakers, the baseball industry demonstrates a more collegial atmosphere with less rivalry and more courtesy among reporters in breaking news stories.
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Milwaukee Brewers Offseason Plans
The Milwaukee Brewers face a pivotal offseason with uncertainties surrounding key players and manager Craig Counsell. The team's ace pitcher, Brandon Woodruff, is expected to miss all or most of the 2024 season due to shoulder surgery. This raises questions about the team's pitching rotation moving forward. General Manager Matt Arnold has expressed his comfort in keeping core players like Corbin Burns, Freddy Peralta, and Willy Adames on the roster. However, there may be difficult decisions regarding finances and potential trades. The team's success in the competitive NL Central will require strategic roster additions and possibly retaining Craig Counsell as manager.
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