Baseball Today More questionable decisions as MLB Division Series continues
Oct 7, 2025
Get ready for a wild ride through the latest MLB Division Series action! Chris and Trevor dissect the Dodgers and Phillies' nail-biting ninth inning and the roster dilemmas caused by an injury to Harrison Bader. They debate the effectiveness of bullpen choices and the evolving definition of 'closer' in modern baseball. Plus, catch the highlights of the Brewers' impressive position against the Cubs and Andrew Vaughn's game-changing homer. And don't miss the hilarious moment when an umpire pulls a hammy mid-game!
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Unpracticed Plays Win Big Games
- The Dodgers' wheel play was an unpracticed, perfectly executed high-leverage innovation.
- Small tactical adjustments can decide playoff innings when executed by experienced players.
Bring Your Ace For The Clean Ninth
- Use your best reliever in the cleanest high-leverage spot, even if it means short rest.
- Prioritize closing critical games over preserving bullpen appearance norms in short postseason series.
Cold Stretches Hurt More In Short Series
- Baseball uniquely allows star slumps to persist without derailing season success.
- Short playoff series magnify cold stretches into series-defining problems.