Devin Williams Heads to the Mets & Pre-Winter Meetings Moves

Eno, Jed, and DVR discuss Devin Williams' shift to the Mets on a three-year deal, Cody Ponce's new pact with the Blue Jays after a very successful run in the KBO, a reunion for Emilio Pagán and the Reds, and Cedric Mullins' fit for the Rays. Plus, they examine the long-term potential of Jac Caglianone and Luke Keaschall, before discussing the 2025 Hall of Fame Ballot and loss of doubles and triples.

Rundown

3:30 Devin Williams Heads to the Mets

12:32 The Blue Jays Sign Cody Pence

17:10 Emilio Pagán Returns to Reds; Another Year to Close?

20:12 Cedric Mullins to the Rays

28:03 Johan Ovideo to Boston in Five-Player Swap

32:48 Long-Term Potential: Jac Caglianone & Luke Keaschall

51:51 Thoughts on This Year's BBWAA Ballot

1:08:54 Where Have the Doubles & Triples Gone?

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