Eno, DVR and Jed discuss an unusual sequence with Framber Valdez and catcher Cesár Salazar during Tuesday's game against the Yankees, tempers flaring early in Colorado after a first-inning Rafael Devers homer off of Kyle Freeland, a Shohei Ohtani hitting a 120 MPH long ball off of Bubba Chandler. Plus, a tricky offseason on tap in Arizona for Mike Hazen and company, what they're watching beyond the playoff races in September, and bullpen fatigue considerations during the final month.

Rundown

1:08 Framber Valdez & César Salazar Get Crossed Up

10:51 Benches Clear, Multiple Ejections in Colorado

16:12 Shohei Ohtani Hits a 120 MPH Homer

19:57 A Season-Ending Injury for Lourdes Gurriel Jr.; A Challenging Offseason Ahead in Arizona

27:40 What Guides Your Baseball Viewing Choices in September?

46:50 Bring Back Larger September Roster Expansion

51:43 Bullpen Fatigue: Factors to Consider

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