Summary[]
Ben and Sam talk about the Home Run Derby and the All-Star Game, then discuss Chris Davis’ comments about the home run record.
Topics[]
- Fixes for the All-Star game
- Should fans want players to go to the All-Star game?
- Chris Davis' comments on home run record
- Managing pressure when chasing records
Banter[]
Sam watched the Home Run Derby, Ben did not since he finds it too long.
Notes[]
- Listener Matthew suggested that All-Star teams have separate batting and defensive rosters. Sam proposes eliminating AL vs. NL, and instead having current players against top prospects.
- Ben was on a panel at All-Star fan fest with several former players.
- Sam, on accepting All-Star invites, "Not going to the All-Star game is like abandoning your child at a grocery store."
- Chris Davis said that 61 was the true and 'clean' home run record.