Effectively Wild: A FanGraphs Baseball Podcast

Effectively Wild Episode 2375: Presented in 4K

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Sep 16, 2025

Adam Darowski, the Executive Director of Design at Sports Reference, joins to discuss Robinson Canó's monumental achievement of 4,000 professional hits and the research behind the 4K Club. The conversation dives into the significance of this milestone in baseball history, the evolution of sliding techniques in the game, and the impact of recent rule changes like the controversial 'zombie runner.' Additionally, they reflect on the legacy of lesser-known Negro League players, shedding light on the importance of honoring baseball's diverse past.

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ANECDOTE

Mariners’ “Etsy Witch” Moment

Meg Rowley describes her superstition and amusement about the Mariners’ “Etsy witch” amid their winning streak.
She balances thrill with nervousness and jokes about the weirdness of attributing wins to a spellcaster.

INSIGHT

Mariners’ Win Streak Has Hidden Strain

Mariners pitching surge included a franchise record 76 strikeouts over five games and unusually heavy extra-innings workloads.
Their gaudy home performance masks travel strain and the team’s season-long workload challenges.

INSIGHT

Royals’ Corner Outfield Crisis

Royals’ corner outfield offense is historically poor with a 67 wRC+ and many rotating players.
Underlying metrics show some quality contact for Jac Caglianone, but surface results remain crippling.

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