Bobby and Alex try to take in Zach Plesac’s chaotic explanation for breaking COVID protocols, fret about the wellbeing of the Cardinals, and hold their breaths for the Reds. Then, a discussion of how Major League Baseball is engaging with the 100th anniversary of the Negro Leagues, and what it means to pit Ronald Acuña Jr. and Juan Soto against each other. This week’s Three Up, Three Down features a relatable Stephen Strasburg and Mookie Betts doing Mookie Betts things.

Links:

Zach Plesac has something to say...we think

The first Black player in the majors wasn’t who you think

The Reds are trying to have fans this year, sure

Songs featured in this episode:

Kota the Friend, Joey Bada$$, Bas — "B.Q.E" • Phony Ppl feat. Megan Thee Stallion — "Fkn Around" • Booker T & the M.G.’s — “Green Onions”