Nick Swisher and Dontrelle Willis make the case for the player each is most excited to watch in the shortened 2020 season. Both like hitters with something to prove heading into the year.
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Ken Rosenthal: ‘I expect an agreement to take place’ between MLB players, owners
Despite the impasse MLB players and owners are currently at in negotiating terms of an unprecedented 2020 season, Ken Rosenthal said he expects the two sides to get a deal done. Rosenthal said 18 months without baseball would lower the sport’s standing in American society.
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MJ ‘outworked us all’ at 1994 White Sox Spring Training — Frank Thomas looks back
Frank Thomas got to know Michael Jordan during 1994 White Sox Spring Training less than a year after MJ announced his retirement from the NBA. The Big Hurt said His Airness worked harder than anyone on the team and the media circus made Spring Training more fun.
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Nationals more likely to get back to World Series than Astros — Frank Thomas
Thanks in part to their extra time off this off-season, the Nationals are more likely to return to the World Series than the Astros according to Frank Thomas. The MLB on FOX guys discuss the start of the KBO season and how the Nats and ‘Stros stack up heading into 2020.
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Big Papi calls Red Sox punishment unfair: ‘That’s what everybody’s doing’ | MLB on FOX
Red Sox legend David Ortiz takes issue with the way MLB handed down its punishment to the Red Sox for their sign-stealing scandal. He said there’s a difference between what they and the Astros did and that MLB was too harsh toward Boston.
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Max Scherzer shares his thoughts on how MLB could make a 2020 season work
Max Scherzer joins Alex Rodriguez, David Ortiz, and Kevin Burkhardt to provide a player perspective on what could be done to play a baseball season in 2020.
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A-Rod: There’s more pressure on the Dodgers to win the World Series than any other team
The Dodgers had a very productive offseason, acquiring Mookie Betts and David Price. A-Rod said due to that, they now have more pressure on them than ever to bring a World Series title home to Los Angeles for the first time since 1988.
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Who will clinch the 2nd AL Wild Card : Rays or Indians | MLB Whiparound
MLB Whiparound crew divulges who they believe will make the play in the Wild Card game from the American League.
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J.P. Morosi | Freddie Freeman is not with the club for this week’s trip to Kansas City
FOX MLB Insider JP Morosi discusses Freddie Freeman’s injured elbow, and the MLB Whiparound crew gets into how the Braves stack up against the Cardinals in their upcoming playoff series.
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MLB Whip talks about Anthony Rizzo's injury and its effect on the Cubs' playoff chances.
Frank Thomas believes despite the Anthony Rizzo injury, the Cubs can still make a run. Eric Karros is not a believer.
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Has Paul DeJong been the Cardinals team MVP?
Nick Swisher and Frank Thomas discuss the St. Louis Cardinals chances of making the MLB postseason and if Paul DeJong is the teams MVP.
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How does Giancarlo Stanton fit into the Yankees lineup?
How does Giancarlo Stanton fit into the Yankees lineup? Nick Swisher and Frank Thomas discuss how New York will work Stanton back into an already stacked lineup.
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Should Pete Alonso be getting more MVP consideration?
Should Pete Alonso be getting more MVP consideration? Nick Swisher and Frank Thomas discuss the Mets’ standout rookie.
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Whip Crew discusses surging Yankees sinking Mets
Dontrelle Willis and Nick Swisher discuss the New York Yankees recent surge and the New York Mets sinking chance to make the postseason.
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Would Giancarlo Stanton's return hurt the Yankees' chemistry?
Would Giancarlo Stanton’s return hurt the Yankees’ chemistry? Nick Swisher and Dontrelle Willis discuss the Bombers outfielder.
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MLB Whip Crew discusses Bryce Harper’s first season in Philadelphia
MLB Whip Crew discusses Bryce Harper’s first season in Philadelphia. Has Harper’s first season as a Phillie been a success?
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Does Jose Ramirez injury knock Indians out of playoff picture? | MLB WHIPAROUND
With Jose Ramirez set to miss significant time with a broken hand, the MLB Whip Around crew discusses whether or not the slugger’s extended absence will cause the Indians to miss the playoffs.
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Who has edge in potential World Series match-up: Dodgers or Yankees? | MLB WHIPAROUND
The MLB Whip Around crew discusses whether the Dodgers or Yankees would have the advantage in a potential meeting in the Fall Classic.
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Can Mets continue there late season magic?
Nick Swisher and Frank Thomas discuss if the New York Mets can make the playoffs after a late season surge.
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The MLB Whip Crew discusses Brian Snitker defending Ronald Acuña Jr.
The MLB Whip Crew discusses Brian Snitker defending Ronald Acuña Jr. This comes on the heels of Snitker benching Acuna for not hustling.
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J.P. Morosi provides updates on Max Scherzer, Chris Sale and Corey Kluber
J.P. Morosi provides updates on Max Scherzer, Chris Sale and Corey Kluber. Which key arm is likely to return to their club?
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Do the Astros have the most intimidating lineup?
Do the Astros have the most intimidating lineup? Nick Swisher and Frank Thomas weigh in on the Astros lineup.
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Which team is the favorite to win the NL Central?
Which team is the favorite to win the NL Central? The MLB Whiparound Crew discuss who they think will win the Central.
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What’s the biggest surprise about the Yankees?
What’s the biggest surprise about the Yankees? Mark Sweeney and Eric Karros discuss what has made the Yankees so successful this season.
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MLB Whip Crew discusses Gleyber Torres’ historic home run streak against Baltimore
MLB Whip Crew discusses Gleyber Torres’ historic home run streak against Baltimore. Tonight Torres hit his 12th and 13th home runs against the Orioles.
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Are the Indians poised to make a playoff run?
Dontrelle Willis and Eric Karros join Chris Myers to discuss whether or not the Indians are ready to do some damage in the AL Playoffs.
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Why have Cubs been so dominant at home and so bad on the road? | MLB WHIPAROUND
The Cubs have one of the NL’s best home records and one of its worst road records. The MLB Whip Around crew talks about why they’ve seen such a discrepancy away from home.
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Can the red-hot Cleveland Indians catch the Minnesota Twins?
The Cleveland Indians have been one of the best teams in baseball over the past two months. Dontrelle Willis and Terry Collins debate on MLB Whiparound if they can catch the Minnesota Twins, who still lead the AL Central.
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Are the Red Sox playoff chances dead after recent losing skid?
The MLB Whip Around crew debates whether or not the Red Sox still have a chance of grabbing the second wild card spot in the American League after their recent rough patch.
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Who deserves AL Cy Young: Justin Verlander or Gerrit Cole?
It appears Astros starters Justin Verlander and Gerrit Cole will become the fifth pair of teammates to finish 1-2 in Cy Young voting. The only thing left to answer is which order they will finish in. The MLB Whip Around crew debates.
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