DeepSummary
Joe Posnanski and Michael Schur discuss the latest happenings in Major League Baseball as the season reaches the halfway mark. They talk about the possibility of a Padres-Mariners World Series, as it would guarantee a first-time winner. They also delve into the potential free agency of Juan Soto, with Scott Boras likely to seek a lucrative contract for him.
The hosts touch on various players' performances, including Gunnar Henderson's MVP-caliber season, Corbin Carroll's struggles, and the resurgence of players like Jericos Profar and Luis Arias. They also discuss the Dodgers' pitching issues despite their stellar roster.
Posnanski and Schur make predictions for the second half of the season, with Schur believing the Mets will make the playoffs and Soto will finish in the top three of MVP voting before leaving the Yankees. Posnanski predicts Ohtani will win the Triple Crown and the Red Sox will secure the third wild card spot.
Key Episodes Takeaways
- The possibility of a Padres-Mariners World Series is intriguing, as it would guarantee a first-time winner.
- Juan Soto's potential free agency is a major storyline, with his agent Scott Boras likely to seek a lucrative contract.
- Gunnar Henderson is having an MVP-caliber season, while Corbin Carroll has struggled after high expectations.
- The Dodgers' pitching has been depleted by injuries, despite their star-studded roster.
- Ohtani could potentially win the Triple Crown, while the Red Sox are predicted to secure the third wild card spot.
- The hosts analyze various players' performances, such as Jericho Profar's resurgence and Luis Arias' unique hitting approach.
- The Yankees' ownership has reaped immense financial success, raising questions about their willingness to spend on top free agents.
- Ellie della Cruz's potential to 'break the game' if he figures out how to play baseball is highlighted.
Top Episodes Quotes
- “Corbin Carroll came into last season as the number one prospect in baseball. He was the prohibitive favorite to win the rookie of the year award. Prohibitive favorite. Everybody knew he was going to win it, and then he was way better than, than anybody even thought he was going to be.“ by Joe Posnanski
- “The Steinbrenner family bought the New York Yankees from the CB's corporation for $10 million. They are now worth likely 10 billion.“ by Michael Shore
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The PosCast with Joe Posnanski & Michael Schur
Joe Posnanski
6/28/24
Joe and Mike go through recent headlines and make predictions for the second half of the MLB season! Plus, another “one last meaningless thing to end this meaningless thing.”
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