In this episode, Drew and Adam lay out all of the facts of COVID-19, and answer some questions as a pair of professional immunologists. We cut through the fake news, and give you the information you want about 1. Viruses 2. What we know about the virus that causes COVID-19 3. How viruses get to humans 4. The immune response to viruses like COVID-19 5. What you can do to slow the spread of the disease 6. What the medical community is doing to help. If you have any questions for us, email us at baseballogypod@gmail.com If are experiencing symptoms such as dry cough, fever, please call a medical professional.

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Episode 93 - COVID-19

In this episode, Drew and Adam spoke back on February 16th, exactly one month ago today. In this episode, things were completely normal, the Astros were still the heart of news coverage in baseball. the Mookie Betts trade was still making waves in LA and Boston. Listen in, and enjoy our bliss, lack of anticipation for the upcoming pandemic, and what disappointment that was to come. 

Episode 92 - One Month Ago

In this episode, Drew and Adam banter about the punishments received by the astros, and the fallout around the league. Later, they discuss trade talks surrounding Nolan Arenado and Mookie Betts. In Under the Microscope, Drew discusses the most lopsided teams (teams whose WAR is predominantly derived from either pitching OR hitting). Later, Adam breaks down the Twins signing of Josh Donaldson, and how that boosts the Twins' infield defense. Further on, Drew discusses the use of the phrase "the Next Mike Trout" and finds the first player that the phrase was used on. Finally, Drew and Adam stick up for Larry Walker, who was inducted into the Hall of Fame in his last year on the ballot. 

Episode 91 - Lopsided Teams: The Leaning Tower of WAR

In this episode, Drew and Adam discuss sign stealing allegations against the Red Sox. Later, they cover a wide array of arbitration deals including Mookie Betts, Cody Bellinger, and others. Also, they discuss the Rays acquisition of Jose Martinez from the Cardinals. In under the microscope, Drew and Adam discuss the correlation between xBA and exit velocity and launch angle. Behind enemy lines discusses the Twins signing a couple of pitchers, Homer Bailey and Rich Hill, and an extension for Miguel Sano.

Episode 90 - Somebody Stole my Sign

In this episode, Drew and Adam open with discussion about Albert Belle, and then proceed into discussion about some major moves around the league including Gerrit Cole, Anthony Rendon, and others. Later, Drew dives into Wade Miley's pitch tipping, and finds a not so exciting conclusion. Afterward, Drew examines the highest disparity between FIP and ERA over the course of a single player's career, and finds a race you can watch next season! Later, Adam goes behind enemy lines and discusses some of the Twins options for the remainder of the offseason. Finally, Drew discusses how much longer Mike Trout will be the best player in baseball, and Adam sticks up for Tyler Clippard, who has outlandish BABIP numbers.

Episode 89 - Sneaky Decent

In this episode, Drew and Adam open by discussing Drew's birthday gift this year. The continue discussion through a tangent about Cameo, and how Johnny Damon has mastered the new social media platform. Later, they discuss the swathe of transactions that occurred in Baseballogy's annual hiatus. Later, they discuss the Australian Baseball League season this far, and give an update on Geelong-Korea. Finally, they round out the episode by breaking down rSZ, the Twins' offseason outlook, and the first ever sad Mike Trout article.

Episode 88 - "You started a new job and you hate It"

In this episode, Drew and Adam open discussion about team Dentists, and explore the life of Steve Arlin, a man who balanced a career in Major League Baseball and being a dentist. Later, they break down the end of the world series (quite late!) and then discuss the early offseason action including qualifying offers (with a helpful explanation of how they work). Later, they discuss managerial hirings and firings, as well as some of the news around the league including Alex Anthopoulos' triggering an MLBPA probe, the next step in the inevitable march of the Robo-Ump, and finally discuss some of the moves from Twins players. 

Episode 87 - Padres Pitching Dentist

In this episode, Drew and Adam discuss all of the spooky things happening in baseball. They start by discussing Robbie Grossman's surprise appearance as a gold glove finalist, and then discuss the progress in the 2019 World Series. Later, they discuss the incidents surrounding Brandon Taubman, and then discuss some umpire news. Later, they discuss the Arizona Fall League, and they break down what happened this year. Finally, Drew discusses the Arizona Fall League Hall of Fame (A very good segment), and Minor League Baseball's potential restructuring.

Episode 86 - Sylvia Plath's Birthday

In this episode, Drew and Adam break down the American League and National League Championship series, and then have a discussion about the changes in the ball, what it means for the players, the league, and its fans. 

Episode 85 - Ball is Life

In this episode, Adam and Drew recap the Division Series, and then cover the League Championship Series thus far. 

Episode 84 - A Wild Opener

In this episode, Drew and Adam discuss the playoffs thus far, and preview the remainder of the division series. Adam and Drew start by discussing the Twins and Yankees series, then discuss the Rays and Astros. Later, they cover the NLDS series including the surprising odds of the Astros and Dodgers series, and the wild experiences in the Cardinals/Braves series.

Episode 83 - 100% Chance of Sadness

In this episode, Drew and Adam discuss Dave Dombrowski being fired, Shawn Kelley's great throw, an angry Tigers fan with connections to the past. Later, they discuss some of Drew's latest research including an anonymous bullpen comparison, a hitting rankings bracket, and an interesting stat about hitters in an 0-2 count vs. a 2-0 count. Finally, they discuss Mike Trout's Morton's neuroma, HR%+, and stick up for onathan Villar.

Episode 82 - Tid Bits

In this episode, Drew and Adam briefly discuss the upcoming analytics revolution in football, and what that will look like. Later, they discuss some notes including Justin Verlander's no hitter, the Moran Brothers professional interaction, as well as the NL Wild Card race. Adam and Drew go under the microscope on ulcerative colitis, which has plagued Kyle Gibson all season, and explore potential treatment options. In behind enemy lines, they discuss the pineda suspension, as well as an update to the Willians Astudillo Sacrifice Fly/Strikeout Ratio chase. Drew explores outs above average in Alphabet Soup, and how it looks unfavorably upon a Twins outfielder. Finally, they close with Mike Trout Minute, and sticking up for Jack Flaherty.

Episode 81 - The Poopcast

In this episode, Drew and Adam open by discussing the current playoff races, and update the score on the AL and NL Preview predictions. Later, they cover some other news and notes around the league including Carlos Corrasco and Chris Paddack. Then, Drew puts his analysis of the career home run record Under the Microscope. Mike Trout minute finds a weird streak for Mike Trout. In behind enemy lines, Adam discusses the starting rotation, and maintains his usual negativity. Also, they discuss an unusual memo circulated around the league. Finally, Drew sticks up for Wee Willie Keeler, the shortest player in the MLB Hall of Fame. 

Episode 80 - Wee Willie

In this episode, Drew and Adam discuss the Red Sox stumbling, big injuries to Fernando Tatis and Chris Sale, as well as Bryce Harper's situational statistics. Later they discuss the growth of young talent in MLB, and Drew drops a fun fact! Later, Drew briefly discusses an idea he has about how breakable the all-time career home run record is. Behind Enemy lines discusses the Twins pitching in depth, and Adam delivers a completely useless fun fact about Max Kepler. Finally, Mike Trout minute discusses ANOTHER Mike trout career milestone, and alphabet soup discusses Grounding in to Double Plays (GIDP), and which players are best at avoiding doing it.

Episode 79 - Discount Double Play

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