Is Julio Rodríguez an Adjustment Away?
Eno, DVR, and Jed discuss news and notes from around the league including injuries for Emmanuel Clase and Cristopher Sánchez and MLB's biggest three-team rivalries, before digging into the new-look Mariners' offense and Julio Rodriguez's slow start on the heels of a slight downturn at the plate in 2024.
Rundown
4:20 MLB's Biggest Hate Triangle
9:17 Why Night Games on Getaway Day are Suboptimal
15:52 Astros Considering Cam Smith in Center Field?
20:13 The Mariners Hitters Are Changing
(Related Reading from 'Leaky Barn': https://swingsandtakes.com/250421-the-mariners-offense-is-rolling)
25:51 Will Julio Rodríguez Click Again Soon?
31:28 Time to Make Another Adjustment on Pitches Away?
42:38 Does Closing Up Stance Help Slim Your Platoon Split?
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Hosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno Sarris
With: Jed Lowrie
Producer: Brian Smith
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