Summary[]
Ben and Sam talk about how a player’s willingness to crash into walls affects their expectations for him, then discuss whether Albert Pujols can improve if he keeps playing.
Topics[]
- Do players who run into the outfield wall more often get expectations lowered or raised?
- Will Albert Pujols be better off sitting more?
- Long term outlook for Albert Pujols vs. Paul Goldschmidt, & Mark Trumbo
Banter[]
What did Ben order at the Market Diner (an omelet and salmon)?
Notes[]
- There's a new way that first baseman are fielding throws to first. Ben & Sam wonder why and what the consequences will be.
- Pujols is in the 2nd year of a $240 million, 10 year contract.