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The AL Central Rundown

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We talk about the happenings of the American League Central

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Episodes

  1. 86. Twins and White Sox Postmortem

    The two teams with the lowest expectations in the division entering the year overachieved and both bought at the trade deadline. We look at the Twins and White Sox.

  2. 85. A Tale of Two Season

    Cleveland is fresh off a loss to the Rays in the ALCS and have to face elimination games in Tampa Bay. Meanwhile, the Tiger sit at home and we discuss how they got there.

  3. 84.5. Petey Barrels

    Cleveland takes a 2-1 series lead over the Rays in large part due to......Petey Halpin?

  4. 84. What A. Comeback

    Just when it looked like the White Sox were about to assert their authority over the Guardians, Cleveland wins 3 elimination games in arow to advance to the ALCS, plus we talk about where it went wrong with the Royals

  5. 83. 13 Times Wasn't Enough

    Chicago makes quick work of Houston and just in time for the now rested (rusted?) Cleveland Guardians

  6. 82. Only Two in October

    The Cleveland Guardians are your 2026 ALC division champions. We shouldn't be surprised, right?

  7. 81. Same Old Script

    Well, it isn't official and certainly isn't surprising, Cleveland has taken the AL Central lead from the White Sox with a week left. And with that week left, Kansas City looks to spoil someone's season

  8. 80. So it (Probably) Comes Down to This

    2 weeks from the end of the season the battle tested Cleveland Guardians take on the young up-and-coming Chicago White Sox. It is possible this is the only playoff level series either team will have and we preview it.

  9. 79. Say My Name, Detroit.

    It's been a rough week in Detroit. 2 series loss and today were walked off for the 11th time this season....3 times in one series with Cleveland. Jose Ramirez joins the 60 bWAR club and we talk about where it went wrong in KC

  10. 78. Walker Jenkins up, Twins Down

    One week after Eric begged for Walker Jenkins to be called up, He gets his wish but it's likely too late for Minnesota to use the upside play. The Royals are still hot, Takek Skubal returns to Detroit and Cleveland has re-found their footing.... for the most part.

  11. 77. Vibes

    The Royals are playing spoiler, the Twins call up a 3rd catcher, and we talk about 2 dudes for each team.

  12. 76.5. Lets Talk About the Twins.... *Deep Sigh*

    In the Aftermath of a heartbreaking Sweep to the Phillies, Eric goes solo to talk about the Twins

  13. 76. The White Sox and Everyone Else

    Its the middle of August and it is looking like the division in Chicago's to lose.

  14. 75. 4 Team Race? (What the **** is going on?!)

    The trade deadline is passed; the division is a good week away from the division lead and none of it makes sense.

  15. 74.5. Royals Bully the Twins

    The Twins and the Royals played, and you may have to do a double take on which team is in the playoff race.....

  16. 74. Ultimate. Grand. Slam.

    On the eve of the trade deadline we talk about who is buying and selling and Kody Clemens hits the biggest home run of his life against Kansas City with an ultimate grand slam.

  17. Bonus! Tarik Skubal is a Dodger

    So...it finally happened, the Tigers trade Skubal to the most predictable place possible, The Dodgers

  18. 73. Salvy Passes Brett and the Trade Deadline Looms

    Just over a week before the trade deadline, the teams are still battling for mediocrity and a playoff spot. Salvador Perez passes George Brett to become the Royals Home Run Leader

  19. 72. White Sox Midseason Review

    Its close enough to midseason right? Who cares?! the White Sox lead the division, and no one saw it coming

  20. 71.5- Twins vs Guardians Series Recap 7/23/26

    the Twins and Guardians meet in a 4-game series and is about as dramatic as you can get for a split. Dan and Eric talk about it.

  21. 71. Tigers and Royals Midseason Review

    Part 2 of midseason reviews, next up, 2 of the more disappointing teams in the division... The Royals and Tigers

  22. 70. Mid Season Reviews: Part 1 (Guardians and Twins)

    July 17 and baseball returns from the All Star Break. Dan and Eric cover the Guardians and Twins

  23. 69. Miss Me?

    It's the All-Star break.... basically. The White Sox have a full line up, the Guardians remain tough, the Twins want to make it interesting, The Tigers are surging but it might be too late and the Royals....exist. Oh! And the draft is going on.......This will probably go long

  24. 68. All-Stars and The S*** List

    The All-Star rosters are released, and we debut the ____ List

  25. 67-. Stop It!. They're Dead Already!

    2 series to go over this week including a game in Chicago they haven't seen in 50 years

  26. 66. In the Basement

    A bit shorter episode today as we check in on the resident basement dwellers (Tigers and Royals). More injury news, as per usual

  27. 65. The AL Central vs. the Hamate Bone

    Jose Ramirez, Vinnie Pasquantino and Ryan Jeffers all broke their hamate bones this year. One question, WHAT THE HELL IS A HAMATE BONE?!!?

  28. 64. Josh Naylor is a ______

    The Tigers get healthy; the Twins are lacking starting rotation help and Josh Naylor is STILL a thorn in the side of the division.

  29. 63.5: Fifty shades of (Tristan) Gray

    2 weeks, 2 series, and 1 series wins apiece. Ty and Eric talk the 3-game series between the White Sox and Twins

  30. 63. Pull the Plug?

    As we enter June, The Guardians look comfortable at the top of the division. The White Sox are surging while the season may be over for the Royals and Tigers.

  31. 62.5- Probably Should have Been a Sweep

    The first midseason matchup between 2 surprise teams in the division. It went well for one of them......

  32. 62. "We Know the Division Runs Through Cleveland"

    Cleveland is starting to run away with in, in part, because Detroit is in a nosedive and Kansas City isn't any better. Meanwhile, the White Sox and Twins are on the upswing.

  33. 61.5 Detroit-Cleveland Rivalry and Series Recap

    The first Detroit/Cleveland clash of the season resulted in a 4-game sweep from the Guardians.

  34. 61. 40 Games in and.....

    Just over the quarter mark of the season, we check in and see what, if anything we have learned about the division.

  35. 60.5- Lets Talk About The White Sox

    Ty has been MIA for a couple of weeks during CHICAGOS BEST RUN IN YEARS and we should probably talk about it in this bonus episode while Eric keeps trying to convince himself that Chicago isn't better than his beloved Minnesota Twins

  36. 60. Framber Valdez & Other Miserable News in Detroit

    He isnt a problem...until he is. Framber Valdez suspended for hitting someone again but at least it was the other team this time. Skubal out for a few months and other news in the division

  37. 59. Going Bananas Over Bazzana

    Cleveland called up top 20 global prospect Travis Bazzana, the entire division is 3.5 games apart in what looks to be a race to mediocrity to the Division Title

  38. 58. The Blowpens

    One month into the season we look the shattered dreams that are the AL Central Bullpens, the clock possibly striking midnight on the Twins and KC most recent stadium update

  39. 57. Detroit's New Building Block

    Kevin McGonigle is sticking around a while, the Royals need to find a spark quick, the Twins are still above water (for now) and the Guardians keep doing what they always do.

  40. 56. WINnesota

    The Twins sweep the Tigers, the Royals some new jerseys and a potential new home. Jose Ramirez is cementing his status as the Guards GOAT and the White Sox........

  41. 55. Ozzie's Number 13

    Just over a week into the new season we discuss early trends, Carter Jensen needing to set an alarm, Derek Shelton's first impressions and Ozzie's number 13 to be retired by the White Sox

  42. 54: BASEBALL

    Baseball is officially back! We are a whole 3 games into the season, and so much is happening! Rookies making big waves, team debuts, and mores!

  43. 53. White Sox and Over Unders

    We preview the final team in the division, the White Sox. Is this the year the White Sox break through? Is this another year the South Side is the better team in Chicago? we then review the over under for each team and predict the season totals

  44. 52. Royals Season Preview

    We are less than 2 weeks from opening day. we discuss the USA being the Villain of the WBC, the Athletic's fan survey and spend most of the episode discussing the Royals season preview.

  45. 51. Tigers Season Preview

    After a busy offseason, we preview the Tigers Season

  46. 50. Guardians and Twins Season Preview

    Its that time of the year. We preview the seasons for Minnesota and Cleveland!

  47. Ep49: Rhys Hoskins and the Start of Spring Training

    Cleveland finally signs a hitter, and we talk about the return of baseball games

  48. Ep47: Spring Training is Here and Offseason Grades

    Pitchers and Catchers have reported. Who is working on a new pitch? Who is in the best shape of their lives and who is just happy to be on the field?! We also grade out how we thought each teams made out for the offseason.

  49. Bonus! Verlander Rejoins the Tigers

    The Tigers cant help but spend money! Justin Verlander Returns to Detroit on a 1 year deal

  50. Ep46: Terrance Gore and the WBC

    A Kansas City World Series Champion has passed away. We spend a few minutes talking about Terrance Gore. Tarik Skubal gets paid and we break down how well the Central is represented in the World Baseball Classic.

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