Baseball Today The 2025 MLB postseason picture is set!
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Sep 29, 2025 Chris Rose and Trevor Plouffe dive into the exhilarating twists of the postseason picture. They celebrate the Guardians’ historic comeback and dissect the Tigers' chances in the Wild Card. The Reds’ resurgence captures attention as they discuss clubhouse vibes and pitching prowess. A deep dive into the Mets reveals their collapse and roster dilemmas, while the Blue Jays celebrate their AL East victory. Lastly, they speculate on the Astros' future amidst injuries and look back at their preseason predictions for some laughs.
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Momentum Resets In Short Series
- The Tigers' September slide ended with a clinch at Fenway, but momentum resets for a short wild-card series.
- Plouffe emphasized that wild-card series volatility makes game one unusually decisive.
Use Small Ball To Rattle Aces
- Game planning can include bunts and small-ball to unsettle dominant pitchers like Tarek Skubal.
- Use situational tactics to force a pitcher to field or change rhythm and gain an edge.
Reds Celebrate Return To Playoffs
- The Cincinnati Reds clinched a playoff spot after a late-season push and benefited from the Marlins beating the Mets.
- Trevor Plouffe and Chris Rose credited Terry Francona's clubhouse tone and the Reds' pitching as keys to their berth.