Can Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Find a $500 Million Payday?

Eno and DVR discuss Jacob deGrom's bid to work with slightly less velocity in an effort to stay healthy in 2025, two pitching injuries that popped up in Rangers camp, Brandon Woodruff's steps toward a return to the Brewers' rotation, and Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s pursuit of a $500 million payday. Plus, Eno checks in from Mariners camp in Peoria before John Fogerty crashes our party over the PA system.

Rundown

2:08 Jacob deGrom: Attempting to Dial Back Velocity to Preserve Health?

(Jeff Passan's story at ESPN: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/44195572/)

11:23 Brandon Woodruff Progressing in Rehab; Spring Debut Sunday

15:08 Vladimir Guerrero Jr.: Seeking $500M Deal

27:29 Rob Manfred & Several Owners Pressuring Stu Sternberg to Sell the Rays

31:34 Eno in Peoria at Mariners Camp

43:15 Mailbag Q: Unique League Formats

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