Welcome to Episode 425 of the Sports Chasers Podcast: Chasers Dugout Report (Pre-Recorded September 28, 2025).

In this episode, our MLB contributor Alvin Clawson leads the crew in breaking down:

• Mets’ collapse despite a $340M payroll
• Reds’ playoff push fueled by young pitching
• AL playoff drama with the Guardians, Tigers, and the potential for a Yankees-Red Sox Wild Card showdown
• Aaron Judge vs. Cal Raleigh MVP showdown
• Why stadium design and home-field advantage shape baseball differently

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🎧 Highlighted Podcast Chapter

27:26 – Aaron Judge vs. Cal Raleigh MVP Debate ⚾ Who Deserves the Crown?

A full breakdown of Judge’s batting dominance vs. Raleigh’s power & defense as a catcher.

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