A Weekend Battle for Control of the AL West, the Guardians Are Still Here & A Huge Rebound

Eno, Trevor, and DVR discuss the Astros' early-week sweep of the Rangers, setting up a critical weekend series with the Mariners for control of the AL West, perception of the Cubs in September as they secured their playoff berth Wednesday despite a late IL stint from Kyle Tucker. Plus, they take a look at the struggles of Tanner Scott, the rebound from Trevor Rogers, and a potential fit for the Orioles' GM vacancy as they aim to turn the page on a disappointing 2025 campaign.Rundown1:06 Zombies vs. Witches for Control of the AL West?5:33 The Guardians Are Hanging Around12:56 The Cubs Clinch a Postseason Berth17:59 Why Is Tanner Scott Getting Hit So Often In-Zone?29:54 Trevor Rogers' Massive 2025 Rebound47:53 Finding a GM to Work with Mike Elias in Baltimore54:55 What Do You Want From Scouting Departments?Follow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @DVR.bsky.socialFollow Trevor on Bluesky: @iamtrevormay.bsky.sociale-mail: [email protected] our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisWith: Trevor MayProducer: Brian SmithExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno, DVR and Jed discuss Shohei Ohtani's latest absurd feat in a game that his team somehow lost -- five no-hit innings, and his 50th home run of the season -- and injury updates on Yordan Alvarez, Trevor Megill and Willson Contreras. Plus, they take another look at the NL playoff picture, where the D-backs have entered the chat and are causing problems for the Giants, very early takeaways from Bryce Eldridge's debut, and the long-term swing-and-miss expectations for James Wood.Rundown1:15 Shohei Ohtani Tosses Five No-Hit Innings, Swats 50th Homer; Dodgers Lose4:59 A Yordan Alvarez Update12:58 Trevor Megill Slowed by Soreness16:17 Willson Contreras: Season Over w/Biceps Strain18:38 Checking In on the NL Playoff Races30:50 The First MLB Look: Bryce Eldridge44:03 Reverse Mailbag: Will James Wood Always Have an Elevated K%?58:20 The Downside of Specialization1:08:00 Coach Eno's Corner: Establishing CredibilityFollow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @DVR.bsky.sociale-mail: [email protected] our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Eno Sarris & Derek VanRiperWith: Jed LowrieProducer: Brian SmithExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR are joined by Matt Gelb to discuss the Phillies on the heels of their NL East-clinching win over the Dodgers on Monday night. Plus, they dig into the impressive debut of Trey Yesavage and a mailbag question about batter vs. pitcher splits being a regular part of in-broadcast conversation. Finally, Chandler Rome returns to discuss the injury woes that have plagued that Astros throughout the season.Rundown3:33 The Importance of Cristopher Sánchez8:55 What Are the Phillies Sorting Out in the Final Two Weeks?12:23 Overlooked Players Behind the Stars?17:29 How Does Ranger Suárez Keep Doing This?20:15 Trey Yesavage: Impresses in MLB Debut31:15 Why Do Broadcasts Bring Up Batter vs. Pitcher Splits37:52 Chandler Rome Joins the Show (Still No Yordan Alvarez Update)41:02 Baseball Prospectus' Injury Ledger Highlights Impact of Astros Injuries52:31 Josh Hader & Isaac Paredes Status Checks57:08 How Will They Weather Pitching Injuries if the Bats Don't Wake Up?Follow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @DVR.bsky.socialFollow Matt on Bluesky: @mattgelb.bsky.socialFollow Chandler on Bluesky: @chandlerrome.bsky.sociale-mail: [email protected] our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisWith: Matt Gelb & Chandler RomeProducer: Brian SmithExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss a busy weekend of baseball including the day-to-day injury for Tarik Skubal, Jose Altuve's foot, two prospect promotions -- Bryce Eldridge for the Giants and Trey Yesavage for the Blue Jays -- and updates on Kyle Tucker and Cole Ragans as the final fortnight of the MLB regular season begins.Rundown0:58 Tarik Skubal: Could Make Next Schedule Start Despite Side Injury3:15 Jose Altuve: Slowed by Foot Injury; Huge Series w/Rangers on Tap9:41 Bryce Eldridge: Joins the Giants18:49 Trey Yesavage: Gets the Call to Toronto24:42 Seiya Suzuki's Second-Half Drop-Off30:57 Brandon Woodruff: Start Moved Back to Wednesday; Impact of Extra Rest in Playoffs?34:06 Cole Ragans, Will Smith & Kodai Senga36:47 The Twins' Second-Half Baserunning Changes43:30 Other Big Series This WeekFollow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @DVR.bsky.sociale-mail: [email protected] our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisProducer: Brian SmithExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss the revealing that Anthony Volpe has been playing through a torn labrum in his shoulder for most of the 2025 season, and multiple allegations of misconduct toward women around the Tigers' organization as reported by Britt Ghiroli and Alex Andrejev of The Athletic. Plus, they address mailbag questions about the Rays' expected return to the Trop and the availability of mental health resources for MLB players, before exploring a few intriguing names on the waiver wire this weekend, and catching up with Senior Hot Dog Correspondent Niv Shah about 'The Miami Dog' and balancing long-term value against aggressive short-term bids in late-season keeper league pickups.Rundown1:10 Anthony Volpe Has Played Through a Torn Labrum in 202510:09 Multiple Allegations of Misconduct Toward Women in DetroitBritt Ghiroli & Alex Andrejev’s story($):https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6610869/Follow Up from Britt, Alex & Cody Stavenhagen ($): https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/661746016:13 Preparing for the Rays' Move Back Into the Trop23:02 Availability of Mental Health Resources in MLB30:05 Weekend Waiver Wire Preview49:55 Senior Hot Dog Corresponding Niv Shah Returns!Balancing Long-Term Value with Immediate Needs in Late Keeper League Pickups1:06:51 Is 'The Miami Dog' Playable?Follow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @DVR.bsky.sociale-mail: [email protected] our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisWith: Niv ShahProducer: Brian SmithExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno, Trevor, and DVR discuss another injury for the Astros with Luis Garcia's return to the injured list, a bullpen role down the stretch for Chase Burns in Cincinnati and the possibility of a similar approach with Roki Sasaki from the Dodgers. Plus, they consider how they might pitch to George Springer, who continues to have a resurgence in his age-35 campaign, and they look at the Framing Leaderboard against hitters.Rundown3:11 Luis Garcia Returns to the IL with Elbow Injury5:58 Chase Burns Activated; Moves to Reds' Bullpen14:42 Roki Sasaki's Paths Into the Dodgers' Pitching Plans23:52 George Springer's Rebound (How I'd Pitch This Guy)34:51 Framing Runs by Batter: What Does It Tell Us?Follow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @dvr.bsky.socialFollow Trevor on Bluesky: @iamtrevormay.bsky.sociale-mail: [email protected] our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisWith: Trevor MayProducer: Brian SmithExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno, DVR and Jed discuss Tyler Glasnow's excellent outing Monday after a recent scratch due to back tightness, and the waning importance of the regular season for a team that is built to win the World Series. Plus, they examine several hitters having career years in hopes of determining which seasons are peaks, and which are the beginning of a new, sustainable level.Rundown1:20 Tyler Glasnow's Back Appears to be Fine5:00 A Nice Outing for Chase Dollander; The Usual 'Coors' Problem12:14 Downside of 'World Series or Bust'?Craig Goldstein of BP 'The Dodgers Are Ruining Baseball' ($):https://www.baseballprospectus.com/news/article/10135229:15 Career Years v. Sustainable Growth for Hitters48:50 50+ Homers From Cal Raleigh Probably Isn't a New Level1:03:14 A Follow-Up on Bats, Taylor Trammell's 'Illegal' BatKen Rosenthal of The Athletic 'A former major-leaguer’s next pitch: Develop a bright baseball future for Native American players' ($):https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6610874Follow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @DVR.bsky.sociale-mail: [email protected] our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Eno Sarris & Derek VanRiperWith: Jed LowrieProducer: Brian SmithExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss a hamstring injury for Trea Turner, who has built a strong case to be considered for NL MVP honors in his age-32 season. Plus, they take a look around the league after another busy weekend and take stock of the still crowded AL Wild Card race, the Dodgers' shrinking lead (one game) in the NL West, and a few waiver wire observations.Rundown5:00 Trea Turner: Slowed by Hamstring Strain (Grade 1, placed on IL after episode was recorded)11:10 Bobby Witt Jr.'s Back Spasms; Cole Ragans' First Rehab Start19:21 The Dodgers' Lead in the NL West Shrinks to One Game27:12 Daniel Palencia's Injury; Checking In on the Cubs' Bullpen33:20 Byron Buxton Swats 30th Homer; Leaves Early After HBP37:03 A Rough Outing for Bubba Chandler42:36 Where the Money Went: Parker Meadows, Daylen Lile & Zack Gelof53:13 Managing Lineups in Crunch Time Scenarios1:01:07 Juan Soto: The NL MVP?Follow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @DVR.bsky.sociale-mail: [email protected] our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisProducer: Brian SmithExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno, DVR, and Britt discuss the Yankees' top-to-bottom power output and Jazz Chisholm's past calendar year (30-30 club!) as he deals with a pair of knee contusions down the stretch. Plus, they dig into the Mariners' hold on the final Wild Card spot in the American League, despite a recent 6-14 stretch in their last 20 games. Do the park factors in at T-Mobile Park lead us to miscalculate the true talent in Seattle? They also discuss the Padres' lack of power in 2025 -- which was at least partially addressed by their additions at the Trade Deadline -- and the Yankees' request for umpires to inspect Taylor Trammell's bat (update: MLB confirmed that the bat was illegal akin to an impermissible glove, without any competitive advantage gained), before discussing a few weekend waiver wire considerations.Rundown1:31 Jazz Chisholm Jr.: Diagnosed with Two Knee Contusions4:00 Power Up & Down the Yankees' Lineup10:13 By the Numbers the Mariners Are Safe, Are the Numbers Lying?16:54 Teams Ranked By Top-Three Starting Pitchers (Includes Non-Playoff Teams)23:59 Who Are You Buying As the Most Credible Threat to Seattle?31:42 Is the Padres' Lack of Power an Overlooked Concern?40:23 The Yankees Request an Examination of Taylor Trammell's Bat48:08 Weekend Waiver PreviewFollow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @DVR.bsky.socialFollow Britt on Bluesky: @brittghiroli.bsky.sociale-mail: [email protected] our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper, Eno Sarris & Britt GhiroliProducer: Brian SmithExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and Trevor discuss some of the big news you might have missed, Trevor's boxes being used by Cade Povich, Trevor's take on the Valdez-Salazer cross up, the importance of rookies during September and the Playoffs and what to make of the Mets rotation after they called up 3 of their top prospects.Rundown1:05- Spencer Arrighetti to the IL6:52- Sung-Mun Song wants to be posted19:18- Trevor Rogers turnaround in 202527:38- Cade Povich uses Trevor’s boxes35:42- Trevor’s Take on the Framer-Salazar cross up42:10- Importance of rookies during Sept & playoffs44;26- What do the Mets do with their rotation?52:33- Cade Horton’s grips58:28- Payton Tolle could be interestingFollow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @DVR.bsky.socialFollow Trevor on Bluesky: @iamtrevormay.bsky.sociale-mail: [email protected] our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Eno SarrisWith: Trevor MayProducer: Brian SmithExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.