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2019 Season Preview: 60 Statcast Stats for 30 Teams – Season 5, Ep. 8 Mar 28, 2019

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With the 2019 season about to get started, host Mike Petriello and national editor Matt Meyers each select one Statcast fact per team to highlight the upcoming year and make predictions for awards and division races.

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Mike Trout is an Angel for Life -- Season 5, Ep. 7 Mar 19, 2019

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Mike Trout’s long-term extension sent shockwaves through the industry and host Mike Petriello and national editor Matt Meyers break down what it means to the Angels and the sport. In addition, they share some data on what the proposed three-batter minimum will mean for pitchers, how the 2019 Red Sox outfield could possibly match the 1927 Yankees for the best outfield of all time, and take over/unders on FanGraphs’ projected win totals.

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The Rise Of Four-Man Outfields -- Season 5, Ep. 6 Mar 14, 2019

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Bryce Harper is already seeing four-man outfields in spring, but will he be the only one? Host Mike Petriello and national editor Matt Meyers discuss the latest defense trend, whether better positioning can help Adam Jones in Arizona. They then choose a few fantasy breakout candidates, and look at 2019’s best projected defenses and 2019’s fastest projected teams.

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Spring Training in Full Swing -- Season 5, Ep. 5 Mar 07, 2019

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How should the Yankees respond to Luis Severino’s shoulder injury? Why is Jose LeClerc so dominant? Host Mike Petriello and national editor Matt Meyers discuss those stories, why the Giants bullpen is so interesting, which teams improved the most this winter, how dangerous the Cardinals pitching might be, and if Lewis Brinson and Scott Kingery can bounce back from disappointing rookie seasons.

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Cardinals pitchers affected by team defense - Season 5, Ep. 4 Feb 14, 2019

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How were different Cardinals pitchers affected by the team’s defense last year? Host Mike Petriello and national editor Matt Meyers discuss the Cardinals’ defense, the Dodgers’ very good pitching staff, Kenley Jansen’s spin rate and the Mets’ improved team backed up by plate-discipline numbers.

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Ryan Braun changing his swing - Season 5, Ep. 3 Feb 05, 2019

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Brewers slugger Ryan Braun is attempting to change his swing for better results. Host Mike Petriello and national editor Matt Meyers discuss Braun’s decision to make a switch and the type of results he could see in 2019. Plus, they look at the type of impact Bryce Harper could have on his future team’s postseason chase.

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Yankees' bullpen gets better with Ottavino - Season 5, Ep. 2 Jan 18, 2019

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The Yankees reportedly sign reliever Adam Ottavino to strengthen an already deep bullpen. Host Mike Petriello and national editor Matt Meyers talk about the signing that gives the Yankees’ ‘pen a serious upgrade. Plus, they react to Kevin Long’s comments (via MLBN Radio) that launch angle impacted Bryce Harper’s hitting mentality and how hit probability will change in 2019 and which players will benefit. They highlight Marcell Ozuna, who could have a breakout season this year.

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Is Jackie Bradley Jr. in line for a big year? - Season 5, Ep. 1 Jan 09, 2019

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The 2019 season will be here before you know it, so which player could be in line for a breakout year? Host Mike Petriello and national editor Matt Meyers highlight Jackie Bradley Jr. because of his glove and impressive hard-hit rate. Plus, could the Phillies’ defense be better than what the numbers show and if Nicholas Castellanos is traded, where is the best fit for him?

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Free agent update and year in review - Season 4, Ep. 50 Dec 20, 2018

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As 2018 comes to a close, Mike Petriello and Matt Meyers touch on the signings of Matt Harvey and Terrance Gore, try to guess where the remaining big-ticket free agents might end up and count down the 10 most interesting Statcast moments of the season.

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Get to know statcast hero, Yandy Diaz - Season 4, Ep. 49 Dec 14, 2018

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Have you heard of Yandy Diaz? The Rays have, and made a trade to bring him to Tampa Bay. He’s big, he’s strong and hits the ball hard. He puts the ball in play with a high exit velocity. Host Mike Petriello and national editor Matt Meyers discuss the move and see how Diaz fits in the lineup and if his numbers will translate into wins for the Rays. Plus, they break down the Dodgers signing Joe Kelly and if Bryce Harper doesn’t sign with the Yankees, they offer some trade candidates that would rake in Yankee Stadium.

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