About this episode
Former MLB Pitcher Josh Towers and Scott Seidenberg talk Aaron Judge's injury impact on the AL MVP market. Plus the latest betting scandal in baseball possibly and trade deadline acquisitions . ⚾ Josh Naylor trade : Towers dismisses its impact, calling Naylor inconsistent and replaceable. 🟦 Ryan McMahon acquisition : Towers praises the Yankees’ move, highlighting McMahon’s swing, contract, and potential growth. 🟢 Royals keep Seth Lugo : Two-year, $46M deal signals they won’t sell at the deadline, maintaining playoff aspirations. 🚨 Guardians gambling probe : Emmanuel Clase suspended with Towers implying MLB has stronger evidence than reported. 💪 Aaron Judge’s injury : Judge placed on IL with a flexor strain; Towers believes he will still win MVP. 📈 MVP betting advice : Judge at even money is deemed a “gift,” while Raleigh’s candidacy criticized due to low batting average. 🔥 Texas Rangers’ push : Rangers are 8–1 post-All-Star break with elite starting pitching and +74 run differential. 🏆 Cy Young race : Paul Skenes dominates with a 0.67 ERA in July, while Sanchez and Boyd emerge as underrated contenders. 📊 Betting insights : Towers highlights Rangers +600 to make ALCS as strong value and critiques market overreactions. 📚 Insider anecdotes : Towers shares past MLB experiences with gambling warnings and clubhouse culture. Early Trade Moves (0:03–3:41): Scott Seidenberg opens with recent trades, including Josh Naylor to the Mariners and Ryan McMahon to the Yankees. Towers criticizes Naylor as inconsistent, while praising McMahon as a high-upside acquisition. Royals’ Decision (3:41–5:42): The Royals extend Seth Lugo for $46M and declare they won’t sell at the deadline. Towers commends this loyalty and their development system. Guardians’ Gambling Scandal (5:43–13:17): They discuss Emmanuel Clase’s suspension. Towers emphasizes MLB must have deeper evidence beyond pitch data anomalies. Aaron Judge’s Injury & MVP Race (13:19–20:20): Judge’s flexor strain impacts the MVP race. Towers predicts Judge will still win if he returns soon, dismissing Cal Raleigh’s low batting average as disqualifying. Roster Strategy & DH Discussion (20:20–23:47): The Yankees IL Judge to free up a roster spot during the trade deadline, with discussion on Stanton’s clogging of the DH role. Division Odds & Rangers’ Surge (23:47–27:51): Seidenberg highlights updated division odds. Towers lauds the Rangers’ rotation (DeGrom, Eovaldi, Gray) as playoff-ready. Playoff Betting Angles (27:51–30:39): They debate wagering on Rangers +600 to make ALCS versus +500 to win their division. Cy Young Race – AL & NL (30:40–35:01): Paul Skenes leads Cy Young odds with a 0.67 ERA in July. Towers argues Matthew Boyd and Christopher Sanchez deserve more recognition. Pitching Performance Metrics (35:01–37:01): They analyze quality start metrics, shutdown innings, and discuss Freddie Peralta as a potential contender. Closing Thoughts & Betting Promos (38:01–39:22): Seidenberg provides promo codes for sports betting packages, closing with the importance of identifying undervalued bets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices