Eno, DVR, and Trevor discuss the Jays' series-clinching win over the Yankees that sent Toronto to the ALCS, and a few offseason questions in the Bronx before discussing a the Mariners-Tigers series going back to Seattle for Game 5, the Phillies and Cubs extending their season at least one more day with Game 3 victories, effectiveness of relievers in third and fourth appearances of a series, and if top-end velocity is handled more capably by hitters in October.

Rundown

1:11 The Blue Jays Eliminate the Yankees; Advance to the ALCS

7:04 No, It Really Wasn't a Disastrous Yankees Squad (The Jays Are Good)

16:03 Mariners-Tigers Head Back to Seattle for Game 5, Josh Naylor vs. Dillon Dingler

24:20 Tarik Skubal vs. George Kirby for ALDS in Seattle

31:51 Aaron Nola and Ranger Suárez Pitch Well, Phillies’ Bats Wake Up in Game 3

40:45 Brewers Make Early Pitching Decision in Game 3 Loss to Cubs

47:09 How Effective Are Relievers in Third, Fourth Appearances of Series?

55:02 Is Premium Velocity Less Effective in October?

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