Baseball Today MLB playoffs kickoff with great games but questionable decisions
Oct 1, 2025
The kickoff of the MLB playoffs sparks intense debates, especially about Yankees' managerial decisions and lineup controversies. Garrett Crochet shines with a 117-pitch outing, prompting discussions on starter strategies. The Tigers make headlines with a thrilling edge over the Guardians, showcasing small-ball tactics and clutch defense. Meanwhile, the Dodgers dominate with power hitters like Otani and Snell, raising concerns about their bullpen. Plus, the search for a new Angels manager heats up with names like Albert Pujols in the mix.
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Hosts Celebrate Newborn Franklin
- Chris Rose and Trevor Plouffe celebrate the birth of Franklin James O'Brien and joke about his future team allegiances.
- They use the birth story to open the show and set a light, personal tone before game breakdowns.
Platooning Can Backfire In Short Series
- Trevor Plouffe criticizes the Yankees for over-platooning in a short playoff series and calls it overthinking.
- He argues the number-one offense should avoid excessive matchup tinkering in a three-game set.
Play Your Best Guys — Communicate Decisions
- Put your best players in during critical short playoff series instead of over-managing matchups.
- Communicate lineup decisions respectfully and discuss them with players to avoid locker-room friction.