The Phillies made one of the biggest splashes at the trade deadline by landing a three-time batting champion, and Dave Dombrowski joins Jayson and Doug to break down how it all came together. The guys also look back at a whirlwind deadline that saw a former No. 1 overall pick dealt within the division, while Doug shares what it was like to be traded himself at the 2003 deadline. Plus, another edition of Strange But True heads to the Motor City for a one-of-a-kind line score you won't believe.
Rundown:
2:34 Adley Rutschman Traded to Boston
5:00 Doug Deadline Deal
12:47 Dave Dombrowski Visits Starkville
13:50 Luis Arraez Trade Impact
18:24 Trade Deadline Reaction
43:36 Defeating a Juggernaut
46:39 Dave’s Future in Baseball
47:54 Strange But True
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Hosts: Jayson Stark & Doug Glanville
With: Dave Dombrowski
Producer: Jason Potere
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