Game 107: Corbin Folds Late + Turner Failed Extension Talks

The Nats lost 5-4 to the Phillies and Zack Wheeler. Mark & Al analyze Patrick Corbin's start which was very good until he allowed a pair of 7th inning HRs. He has now given up 25 home runs this season in just 21 starts.

(9:34) Wander Suero was sent down to AAA as Javy Guerra took his roster spot. Additionally, Ryne Harper pitched a solid 9th inning as many fans have been howling for him to be given high leverage opportunities.

(21:20) Riley Adams was called up less than a week after being acquired from Toronto in the Brad Hand trade. Keibert Ruiz then homered in his Rochester debut. What does the future look like behind the plate for the Nats?

(25:12) Jon Heyman of MLB Network reported that the Nats previously offered Trea Turner 6 years/100M in 2020. This lead to a long conversation about the changing landscape in the sport regarding Free Agency, especially for players in their late 20s/early 30's. Important listen for those still upset about Turner being dealt away. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Release date

Lydbog: 4. august 2021