Rates & Barrels: A show about Baseball 3,000 Strikeouts for Kershaw & Fourth of July Weekend Waiver Preview
Jul 3, 2025
Niv Shah, Senior Hot Dog Correspondent and founder of Ottoneu, joins the conversation to share his culinary expertise and talk baseball strategies. They celebrate Clayton Kershaw reaching 3,000 strikeouts while analyzing the latest injury updates and waiver-wire prospects. Niv also reveals the best hot dog options at various ballparks, highlighting favorites like the Texas Dog at Nationals Park. The fun blend of food culture and baseball insights makes for a festive pre-Fourth of July discussion!
AI Snips
Chapters
Transcript
Episode notes
Kershaw's 3000th Strikeout Story
- Clayton Kershaw reached 3,000 strikeouts in his last batter of the game.
- He used a slider quite heavily, showing its importance in his arsenal.
Rivalries Drive Strikeout Milestones
- Verlander and Scherzer, alongside Kershaw, have pushed towards the 3,000 strikeout milestone fueled by rivalry.
- This type of competitive dynamic may be fading in baseball's current era.
Max Muncy Injury Outlook
- Max Muncy's ability to put weight on his injured knee may be a positive sign.
- Early walking off the field suggests no major ligament rupture, but severity remains uncertain.