Effectively Wild Episode 2081: Trophy Strife

Discussion on the challenges of accessing NPB games and engaging with international baseball. Exploring the significance of in-person scouting and pitch counts. Analyzing Joey Votto's future and potential retirement. Naming an award for players who win both a Gold Glove and a Silver Slugger. Exploring a pitcher repeating a start in a time loop. Pondering the potential expansion in MLB. Discussing Eduardo Rodriguez's opt-out and debating a playoff lottery system. Highlighting the dangers of introducing a lottery system in baseball. Discussing the power of team owners and the most valuable hitter per pound. Exploring the shortest players in baseball in terms of WAR per inch and pound.