Effectively Wild: A FanGraphs Baseball Podcast

Effectively Wild Episode 2388: May the Fastest Fish Win

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Oct 17, 2025
This discussion dives into the impact of road wins on playoff atmospheres and the strategies teams employ to manage their pitchers. With insights on Yoshinobu Yamamoto's stunning complete game and the controversial decision-making behind bullpen management, the hosts examine postseason performance, especially from players like Kiké Hernández. They also explore fan ethics in cheering for high-spending teams, ponder the nuances of baseball terminology, and reminisce about athletes who lost their local hero status. Expect a blend of stats, strategy, and humor!
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INSIGHT

Road Wins Drain Ballpark Atmosphere

  • Road-team dominance can hollow out ballpark energy and reduce the spectator experience at home games.
  • Playoff series with more home-team wins preserve atmosphere and are better for viewers and stadiums.
INSIGHT

Let Elite Starters Finish Strong

  • Yoshinobu Yamamoto pitched a postseason complete game by sustaining control and efficiency throughout.
  • Allowing elite starters to go deep can neutralize bullpen weaknesses and create strategic advantage.
ADVICE

Use Starters To Protect Fragile Bullpens

  • Avoid overusing a weak bullpen by letting dependable starters eat innings when they remain effective.
  • Preserve reliever arms for later games to reduce familiar-reliever exploitation in short series.
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