Eno, Jed, and DVR dig into the early-season struggles of Fernando Tatis Jr., examining what’s gone wrong at the plate and how he can get back on track. They also take a look at the scorching start from Matt Olson and debate whether his trajectory points toward Cooperstown. Later, they break down Framber Valdez drilling Trevor Story, which led to Valdez’s ejection on Tuesday night.

Rundown:

2:40 Fernando Tatis Jr.’s Hitting Woes

13:56 Tatis Jr.’s Projection for Rest of Season

23:58 Expectations for Jackson Merrill

30:25 Matt Olson’s Hot Start

40:05 Ozzie Albies’ Career Year?

44:18 What’s Wrong with Austin Riley?

49:20 Framber Valdez Ejected

57:09 Carlos Correa Out for Season

59:14 Other News & Notes

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Eno, Britt, and DVR break down a Tarik Skubal-less Detroit Tigers and ask whether the team can stay afloat until the reigning AL Cy Young winner gets back. Then, the trio turns to the LA Angels — what's gone wrong for the organization, and is trading Mike Trout actually on the table? Later, Eno and DVR sit down with The Athletic's Phillies writer Matt Gelb to talk through a potential homecoming for the Philly native Trout.

Rundown:

3:55 Tarik Skubal to Have Elbow Surgery

7:55 Can the Tigers Stay Afloat?

13:54 Is the Bullpen Good Enough?

18:08 More of the Same in Anaheim

22:35 The Core Isn’t Bad!: Can It Improve Enough to Contend Though?

29:40 Is Trading Mike Trout on the Table?

37:06 Matt Gelb Joins the Show

37:24 Mike Trout to the Phillies?

39:47 The Phillies' Need for a Right-Handed Bat

45:00 The Phillies' Bullpen: Where Have the Strikeouts Gone?

46:56 Jesús Luzardo's Inconsistency

49:08 Adjustment for Aaron Nola?

53:12 Is Anything New in the Mattingly Era?

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Eno and DVR break down the numerous promotions and demotions around MLB, including Bryce Eldridge and Joe Mack earning their calls to the big leagues, while Marlins catcher Agustín Ramírez and Yankees shortstop Anthony Volpe head back to Triple-A. The guys also work through a wave of injuries around the league and discuss the passing of legendary broadcaster John Sterling.

Rundown:

2:00 Bryce Eldridge Recalled by Giants

5:40 Are You Buying a Giants Rebound?

11:07 Agustín Ramírez Gets Demoted

15:12 Anthony Volpe Staying at Triple-A

24:00 John Sterling Passes Away at 87

25:58 Joe Ryan Sent for MRI

29:24 Ronald Acuña Jr. to the IL

32:33 Spencer Strider Returns at Coors Field on Sunday

35:33 Griffin Canning’s Impressive Showing in Padres Debut

39:16 Ranger Suárez is Day-to-Day

43:48 Ryan Pepiot Out for Season (Hip Surgery)

51:06 Where the Money Went

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