A Weekend Battle for Control of the AL West, the Guardians Are Still Here & A Huge Rebound
A Weekend Battle for Control of the AL West, the Guardians Are Still Here & A Huge Rebound  
Podcast: Rates & Barrels: A show about Baseball
Published On: Thu Sep 18 2025
Description: Eno, Trevor, and DVR discuss the Astros' early-week sweep of the Rangers, setting up a critical weekend series with the Mariners for control of the AL West, perception of the Cubs in September as they secured their playoff berth Wednesday despite a late IL stint from Kyle Tucker. Plus, they take a look at the struggles of Tanner Scott, the rebound from Trevor Rogers, and a potential fit for the Orioles' GM vacancy as they aim to turn the page on a disappointing 2025 campaign.Rundown1:06 Zombies vs. Witches for Control of the AL West?5:33 The Guardians Are Hanging Around12:56 The Cubs Clinch a Postseason Berth17:59 Why Is Tanner Scott Getting Hit So Often In-Zone?29:54 Trevor Rogers' Massive 2025 Rebound47:53 Finding a GM to Work with Mike Elias in Baltimore54:55 What Do You Want From Scouting Departments?Follow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @DVR.bsky.socialFollow Trevor on Bluesky: @iamtrevormay.bsky.sociale-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisWith: Trevor MayProducer: Brian SmithExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.