Episode 9 (6.1.15)

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This week's episode includes:

  • Illinois baseball update (for more updated info head here)
  • An important life update from both of us
  • Bryce Harper vs. Kris Bryant
  • Josh Hamilton is back in Texas
  • More discussion on what a team's record at this point in the season means
  • An article on how Bryce Harper has improved so much this season
  • Stat of the Week: Slugging Percentage (SLG) (22:20)
  • Throwback Box Score: Statcast (32:22)
  • The guy that invented the MLB logo passed away (38:00)

Mentioned in this week's episode:

Paul's article: Bryce Harper on His Breakout (Eno Sarris)

Peter's article: As Signpost Nears, Clues About Who Will Reach October (Tom Verducci)

Stat of the Week: Slugging Percentage (Wikipedia)

Throwback Box Score: Statcast Data

Jerry Dior, designer of Major League Baseball's logo, dies at 82
 (New York Times)

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