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Munaf Manji and Griffin Warner talk MLB Playoffs. The guys are red hot on the podcast and offer up some best bets.

Overview

The podcast focuses on breaking down the ongoing MLB Championship Series. Hosts Munaf and Griffin analyze the Cleveland Guardians vs. New York Yankees in the American League and the Los Angeles Dodgers vs. New York Mets in the National League. They discuss key player performances, team dynamics, and their betting predictions.

Player & Team Analysis

1. Garrett Cole's Dominance (Yankees): Cole's strong performance in Game 1 against the Guardians is highlighted. He boasts a 2.84 ERA against Cleveland in 7 starts since joining the Yankees, with a 5-1 record. Munaf notes that Cole went six innings in most appearances, reinforcing his ability to anchor the Yankees’ rotation (6:17 - 8:46).
2. Alex Cobb's Struggles (Guardians): Griffin criticizes Cleveland's decision to start Alex Cobb, who has underperformed with a 7.94 ERA in the postseason. Cobb has allowed five earned runs over 5.2 innings, questioning the Guardians’ pitching decisions, especially considering their strong bullpen (2:29 - 6:16).
3. Dodgers Bullpen Issues: The Dodgers' decision to rely on bullpen games, particularly in Game 2 against the Mets, raises concerns. Griffin notes how the bullpen's overuse during the regular season may lead to fatigue, as seen when the Dodgers struggled in key moments against the Mets (8:46 - 11:50).
4. Tanner Biby's Inexperience (Guardians): Tanner Biby, the Game 2 starter for the Guardians, is young and inexperienced in the postseason. Griffin expresses skepticism over Biby's ability to handle the Yankees' lineup, predicting he might have a short leash in this critical game (13:15 - 18:24).
5. Yankees Offense: The Yankees, led by stars like Aaron Judge and Giancarlo Stanton, are considered a more potent lineup than the Guardians. Munaf emphasizes how the Yankees' offense, combined with Garrett Cole's pitching, gives them a strong advantage over Cleveland (8:46 - 13:14).

Quote Breakdown

1. Griffin Warner on Underdogs (2:29): "I really liked a lot of the underdogs which unfortunately took two-one leads...I don't know that I see Cleveland’s bullpen holding up in a seven-game series." Griffin reflects on the challenges for underdog teams, specifically Cleveland, citing bullpen overuse as a major concern.
2. Munaf on Garrett Cole (6:17): "Garrett Cole has been dominant...5-1 record against Cleveland since 2021." Munaf's analysis reinforces Cole’s historical success against the Guardians, suggesting confidence in the Yankees' pitching for Game 2.
3. Griffin on Alex Cobb (6:16): "Starting Alex Cobb was a very interesting choice...he's pitched so little this entire season." Griffin is critical of Cleveland's decision-making, questioning whether Cobb should even be pitching in the postseason due to his lack of regular season innings.
4. Griffin on the Dodgers' Bullpen (8:46): "The bullpen...overstretched and I don’t know that all these managers are great at choosing the best matchups." Griffin's insight reveals how the Dodgers' bullpen strategy has been questionable, especially in the postseason.

Betting Insights

1. Griffin's Bet on the Mets (42:13): Griffin bets on the New York Mets, noting that Walker Bueller for the Dodgers may not be in top form, and expects Severino to keep the Mets in the game. He recommends waiting for potential line movement before placing a bet.
2. Munaf’s Bet on Over 7.5 (43:43): Munaf suggests betting on the over for the Mets-Dodgers Game 3, predicting a high-scoring game due to both teams’ ability to produce runs, particularly given Walker Bueller’s uncertain form.

Key Statistics

• Garrett Cole vs. Guardians: 5-1 record, 2.84 ERA in 7 starts since 2021 (6:17).
• Alex Cobb's Postseason: 7.94 ERA, 5 earned runs, 5.2 innings (6:16).
• Guardians Bullpen Overuse: Cleveland’s relievers have been heavily utilized, which may affect their performance in a long series (2:29).

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