After the first weekend of real baseball for 2024, the Detroit Tigers are 3-0 for the first time since 2016. With the caveat that the White Sox will most likely struggle this season, Mark and Evan discuss major takeaways from the series. The guys break down A. J. Hinch’s masterful coaching maneuvers and Andy Ibáñez’s clutch pinch-hit. The “Days of Roar” duo also discuss team culture and how the pitching staff can help ease the workload of a talented but young hitting core. While vibes may be great at the moment overall, the guys also cover the struggles of pitchers Kenta Maeda and Alex Lange. Later, the guys preview the upcoming series against the New York Mets and the home opener against the Oakland A’s.
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