Baseball Today One of the worst strike three calls in MLB postseason history?
Oct 3, 2025
The discussion heats up as Chris and Trevor analyze the Yankees' thrilling win, spotlighting rookie Cam Schlittler's impressive debut. They delve into the Cubs' dramatic series against the Padres, focusing on a controversial strike three call that had fans buzzing. The Tigers also secure their spot, showcasing standout performances that shifted momentum. As the postseason unfolds, key matchups like the Dodgers vs. Phillies are previewed, along with reflections on eliminated teams and the future of star players like Alex Bregman.
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Rookie Dominance From Hometown Pitcher
- Cam Schlittler, a rookie and hometown Red Sox fan, threw eight shutout innings with 12 strikeouts in his playoff debut.
- Chris Rose and Trevor Plouffe compared him historically to Mike Boddicker and praised his poise and fastball jump.
Bullpen Readiness Matters In Short Series
- Alex Cora was criticized for not having relievers ready when a rookie starter heated up quickly.
- Trevor Plouffe stressed that managers must preemptively prepare bullpen arms in win-or-go-home games.
Controversial Strike Three Shifts Game
- Xander Bogaerts was called out on a controversial full-count strike three that changed the Padres-Cubs ninth inning.
- Trevor Plouffe and Chris Rose discussed the fallout and Bogarts's visible reaction to the call.