Jason "Puck" Puckett, former KJR host and Ryan Divish of the Seattle Times, start off with the decision not to Logan Gilbert in the series against the Astros. The hosts discuss the reasoning behind the decision and the importance of each game in the series. They also touch on the Mariners' overall pitching strategy and the role of analytics in decision-making. The conversation concludes with a discussion about the importance of asking questions as a reporter and the challenges of balancing fan expectations with objective analysis. In this conversation, Div and Jason discuss the Seattle Mariners and their potential moves at the trade deadline. They analyze the team's performance, the importance of momentum in sports, and the Mariners' chances of making the playoffs. They also delve into the front office's approach to trades and the challenges they face in a competitive market. The conversation touches on the changing perception of batting average in baseball and the value of putting the ball in play. Overall, they emphasize the need for the Mariners to make strategic moves that improve the team's consistency and address specific needs.
Rundown
00:00 Ryan's appearance on MLB Central on the MLB Network
04:24 The Decision to not have Logan Gilbert pitch against the Astros
10:16 The Importance of Every Game in the Series
13:33 The Role of Analytics in Decision-Making
18:08 The Collaborative Decision-Making Process
23:40 Balancing Fan Expectations and Objective Analysis
26:04 Analyzing the Mariners' Potential Moves at the Trade Deadline
36:27 Reevaluating the Significance of Batting Average in Baseball