Eno and DVR discuss Shohei Ohtani's first outing back in the big leagues after having Tommy John surgery in September of 2023, and the return of Logan Gilbert from a flexor strain, before acknowledging several pitchers who have received very little attention on the show over the course of the season.

Rundown

0:41 Shohei Ohtani's First Start on the Mound Since 2023

8:43 Logan Gilbert: 10 Strikeouts in Return from IL

11:26 Carlos Rodón Is Healthy and Pitching Great

17:31 Checking In: DVR's Extreme Risk Pitcher Build

23:05 Robbie Ray & Logan Webb

28:38 Jack Flaherty's Quietly Productive Season

32:30 Is Brayan Bello Unlocking A New Level with His Cutter?

34:12 José Soriano's Underwhelming Results Despite Electric Velo

36:48 What Happened to Bailey Ober?

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Andrew Baggarly joins Eno and DVR to discuss the blockbuster trade that sent Rafael Devers to the Giants in a stunning five-player swap Sunday, the Giants' increasing commitment at a group of four position players, and the rising importance of Bryce Eldridge's development as a defender.Plus, Eno shares a few comps for Kyle Harrison, and they wonder how the Red Sox might attempt to reallocate the money they no longer have to pay Devers, before discussing Shohei Ohtani's return to pitching and where the money went in fantasy baseball leagues this weekend.

Rundown

0:28 The Giants Acquire Rafael Devers in Five-Player Deal with Red Sox

0:55 How Much Better Are the Giants w/Devers?

3:04 Have We Overestimated the Difference Between Buster Posey & Farhan Zaidi?

7:02 Becoming Less Risk-Averse

9:56 Other Moves on the Horizon?

14:44 More Importance on Bryce Eldrige's Defensive Development

22:24 Devers' Fit at Oracle Park

29:18 A Step Backward to Hopefully Take a Step Forward?

34:11 Kyle Harrison's Long-Term Outlook

38:10 Shohei Ohtani is Ready to Pitch in Games Again

44:27 Jackson Merrill to the Concussion IL & More Injury Notes

58:54 Where the Money Went: Father's Day Weekend 2025 Edition

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Eno and DVR discuss the increased drag on the baseball in 2025 and consider the related impact on xStats. Plus, Aaron Civale gets his wish, Jacob Misiorowski shows electric stuff in his big-league debut, and Christian Moore is on his way to Anaheim.

Rundown

1:03 Aaron Civale Traded to the White Sox for Andrew Vaughn

7:13 Christian Moore Joins the Halos

13:33 The Impact of Increased Drag on the Ball in 2025

26:50 Weekend Waiver Preview: Hitters of Interest

36:04 Brenton Doyle v. Jo Adell and Other Power-Speed Combo Players

42:26 Connor Norby Has Runway, Can He Turn It Into Shallow League Value?

46:38 Jacob Misiorowski: Electric Stuff in MLB Debut

54:43 Ben Casparius: An Opportunity to Make a Few Starts?

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Eno and DVR discuss another round of news including Trevor May's induction in the Reading Baseball Hall of Fame, Tommy John surgery for Jackson Jobe, and a rotator cuff injury for Cole Ragans. Plus, they discuss the 'Urgency Index' of Trade Deadline needs, before looking at several hitters they've rarely discussed this season including Jeremy Peña, Hunter Goodman, and Ozzie Albies.

Rundown

1:19 Congrats, Trevor!

2:26 Jackson Jobe: Will Undergo Tommy John Surgery

10:44 Cole Ragans: Returns to IL w/Rotator Cuff Strain

13:54 Aaron Civale: Requests a Trade Out of Milwaukee

16:26 The 'Urgency Index 1.0' Teams In Need of Impact Starting Pitchers

21:31 Thinking Outside the Box For Another SP on the Trade Market

27:15 Kodai Senga: IL-Bound w/Hamstring Injury

29:46 Listener Submissions: Hitters We've Largely Ignored

47:33 Isaac Paredes: Back to Tapping Into Pull Power

51:28 Ozzie Albies: Where Did the Power Go?

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Eno, Jed, and DVR discuss a few injury-related news items including updates on Aaron Nola, Matt Chapman, Bryce Miller and Justin Martinez, plus a few surprises from The Athletic's (anonymous) 2025 MLB player poll. They also dig into information hitters might be interested in when preparing for a particular series, using Pete Alonso's new approach as inspiration for a theoretical matchup against the Astros.

Rundown

1:21 A Rib Cage Stress Reaction for Aaron Nola

4:15 Matt Chapman: Will See Hand Specialist This Week

10:19 The Athletic's 2025 MLB Player Poll

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23:33 Managers That Players Want to Play For

30:15 What Information Do You Want About Opposing Pitchers?

37:46 A Game Plan for Pete Alonso v. Framber Valdez

47:59 Do Hitters Value Information About Usage Tendencies?

52:27 Hunter Brown and the Value of Two Very Good Fastballs

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Eno and DVR discuss the Red Sox's promotion of Roman Anthony and the future logjam in the outfield once Wilyer Abreu eventually returns from the IL. Plus, the return of Eury Pérez, the Brewers' upcoming promotion of Jacob Misiorowski, and a return trip to the IL for Bryce Miller.

Plus, The Athletic's Dennis Lin drops by to discuss the Padres, including the rash of pitching injuries that have impacted the rotation, Xander Bogaerts' lost power, and how A.J. Preller could still find a way to make additions at the Trade Deadline in July.

Finally, Eno and DVR take a quick look at the NL Playoff Picture in search of teams that can significantly change their direction in the next seven weeks.

Rundown

1:09 Roman Anthony Promoted by Red Sox

13:01 Jacob Misiorowski to Join Brewers on Thursday as Starter

20:06 Eury Pérez: Makes Return From Tommy John Surgery

25:37 Denzel Clarke is Amazing

30:53 Dennis Lin Joins the Show to Talk Padres

47:48 June Check-In: NL Playoff Picture Connecting Buyers & Sellers

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Eno and DVR discuss the confirmation that Corbin Burnes needs Tommy John surgery, the impact his absence will have on the D-backs' rotation, the best pitchers in the minors yet to make their MLB debuts, how they approach weekly spending in FAAB leagues, and where the money went over the weekend -- including pickups of Bryce Elder and Michael McGreevy as teams continue to search for viable pitching help.

Rundown

1:49 Corbin Burnes Needs Tommy John Surgery

9:03 What's Next for the Diamondbacks?

15:26 Brandon Pfaadt's Low Strikeout Rate & Overall Struggles

21:39 Who Is The Best Pitcher Yet to Debut?

32:33 Other News & Notes: Julio Rodríguez, Kyle Teel, Justin Verlander and LaMonte Wade Jr.

45:19 Managing Budgets Over the Entire Season

54:44 Where the Money Went: Jac, CES, Jo Adell, Bryce Elder & Michael McGreevy

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Eno and DVR discuss the recent struggles of Royce Lewis, Jorge Polanco's cool down in May following a torrid start to the season, comps for Parker Meadows now that he's returned from the IL, Ronny Mauricio's path to short-term playing time with Mark Vientos on the IL expectations for Eury Pérez as he returns from Tommy John surgery, and other weekend waiver-wire and roster decisions to consider, before checking in with Senior Hot Dog Correspondent Niv Shah about two recent 'Taste of the Majors' adventures at Nationals Park.

Rundown

2:17 News & Notes: Kyle Tucker, Francisco Lindor, Josh Naylor, Brandon Woodruff, and Shane Bieber

12:48 Hitters of Interest for Jac Caglianone Week

14:39 Royce Lewis & Matt McLain Falling Off Shallow League Rosters

20:09 Parker Meadows Comps From ATC

25:33 Cole Young and Jacob Melton as Deep League Targets?

28:31 Eury Pérez's Upcoming Return & Shallow League Movers

33:59 Lance McCullers: Will Approach With Limited Fastballs Work?

47:57 Senior Hot Dog Correspondent Niv Shah Joins the Show!

1:01:20 A Chicago Hot Dog at Nationals Park Isn't a Chicago Dog At All

1:18:15 Deeper League Pitchers on the Radar

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