Just listened to this episode and wanted to commend the group for a great job! Very good insight on Ohtani and Beltre. Loved hearing the pro points on Moreno too. Lastly, nice one Chuck on your analysis of Schnauel!
I think this homestand will decide on if we're sellers or buyers and, if the former, could mean what happens with Shohei. I think the team really needs to show some fire, especially now.
Because of the depth provided, the team could be in a lot worse shape. The team has been horrendous for two weeks and we're only a game under.500. More than enough time to right the ship.
So many want him traded here. For those who want this, is the reason that you think he's going to leave or do you think the team will improve with his replacements?
Why do some want this? A teardown? OK, who stays? Just the kids? I don't want to see the team play like an expansion team. Praying you won't lose and knowing you're going to lose is two different things. And we're not guaranteed to come out like the Astros if that's done.
I don't want to make excuses but it's not surprising because of the brutal schedule and injuries. It will be great if they can win tonight and take the ASG break.
Is there a site that compiles how many runs have been scored in our losses vs. the other team's runs in those wins? I'd be surprised if we weren't in the top five in close losses. I know a loss is a loss but that also shows fortitude.
Ultimately, I think sweeps are very difficult. I hope for them but I generally don't say that a team "should sweep" even if technically they should. There are just too many variables especially on the road.