In this episode of the On Deck Circle podcast, hosts Aaron and Alex discuss a range of topics from the past weekend's baseball games, including Justin Verlander's milestone of 3,500 strikeouts, the Milwaukee Brewers' impressive winning streak, and the struggles of the New York Mets and Yankees. They also highlight the historic moment of Jen Powal becoming the first female umpire in MLB history. Looking ahead, they analyze the playoff picture and key matchups for the upcoming week, including the San Diego Padres' crucial games against the Giants and Dodgers.