Effectively Wild: A FanGraphs Baseball Podcast

Effectively Wild Episode 2370: Generation Yay?

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Sep 5, 2025
Hosts share laughs over the pronunciation challenges of rising Yankees prospect, Cam Schlittler. They compare the Mets' promising pitchers to the infamous Generation K while exploring the culture of baseball nicknames. A discussion on Rafael Devers highlights the emotional sparks that fly in competitive play. Mason Miller’s rare Immaculate Inning using only sliders showcases strategic genius. They also dive into the Pirates' impressive shutout performances and project the future of the Mets' young talent amid looming contract uncertainties.
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ANECDOTE

The Schlittler Pronunciation Saga

  • Yankees broadcasters nervously practiced saying prospect Cam Schlittler's name and often defaulted to nicknames.
  • Ben Lindbergh and Meg Rowley recount viral stumbles and clubhouse nicknames like Schlitt or Cam.
INSIGHT

Comparing New Mets Trio To Generation K

  • Mets prospect trio (McLean, Tong, Spratt) invites Generation K comparisons but carry different injury/workload risks.
  • Ben and Meg debate probabilities and note age/workload differences that affect projection outcomes.
ANECDOTE

Literal Tongs At Jonah Tong's Debut

  • Jonah Tong's debut inspired fans to bring literal tongs to the ballpark, which Meg called a lazy first-idea gimmick.
  • The hosts mocked the props and debated fan creativity and etiquette at games.
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