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During the weekend, the New York Yankees secured a victory against their long-standing rival, the Boston Red Sox. This successful weekend has solidified the Bronx Bombers’ lead in the AL East title race. However, the highlight of the weekend was not Aaron Judge’s grand slam but rather Gerrit Cole’s decision to issue an intentional walk to Rafael Devers.
Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman delve into the controversial move by Cole, the reigning AL Cy Young Award winner, essentially conceding that he couldn’t outplay Devers at the plate. They discuss the miscommunication surrounding the decision to walk Devers and analyze the Yankees’ strategy of moving Marcus Stroman to the bullpen and how it could affect their postseason rotation.
In this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, the hosts also touch on the Los Angeles Dodgers’ struggles with their starting rotation, reassuring fans that it’s not a major concern. They highlight the Chicago White Sox’s successful weekend, potentially helping them avoid making history. Additionally, Jake and Jordan provide insights into the postseason races that fans should keep an eye on as the season progresses.
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