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Podcast: Rates & Barrels: A show about Baseball
Episode: What Information Do Hitters Want About Opposing Pitchers?
Description: Eno, Jed, and DVR discuss a few injury-related news items including updates on Aaron Nola, Matt Chapman, Bryce Miller and Justin Martinez, plus a few surprises from The Athletic's (anonymous) 2025 MLB player poll. They also dig into information hitters might be interested in when preparing for a particular series, using Pete Alonso's new approach as inspiration for a theoretical matchup against the Astros.Rundown1:21 A Rib Cage Stress Reaction for Aaron Nola4:15 Matt Chapman: Will See Hand Specialist This Week10:19 The Athletic's 2025 MLB Player Poll($):Â https://www.nytimes.c...