David, Justin and James examine why several pitchers are thriving early with their new teams following the trade deadline. The trio believes the Mariners can continue to win, and they look at other teams in the wild card hunt who could go on an extended run. Coney assesses where Luis Severino is for the Yankees, and why Michael King transitioning into a starter makes sense. 

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00:00 INTRO

02:17 The Opener

06:33 Justin Verlander/Max Scherzer "diva" fiasco

12:12 Lance Lynn and the Dodgers rotation

15:23 Wild Card races

21:20 Sandy Alcantara is back

25:50 Would David rather face the Braves or Dodgers lineup?

27:48 Biggest weekend series?

32:42 Yankees

45:26 OUTRO

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