Ken's Mailbag | Machado takes play to new level, Rutschman soaks it all in, plus your questions

The Windup: A show about Baseball - Ein Podcast von The Athletic

Ken and Tim start the show by discussing the player who helped make the Orioles competitive ten years ago, and the player the franchise hopes can do it now. Manny Machado and Adley Rutschman are both having memorable seasons. Then it's on to the mailbag... -Will the Blue Jays be able to sign their young core long term? -Is baseball trying to eliminate three true outcomes? -Why do current players have so many moving parts in their swings? -Will players try to make pitchers eligible as hitters to save roster spot? -What happened to Rick Porcello? -What happened to protective caps for pitchers? -Best ballpark food Those questions and more! To be a part of next week's episode call the voicemail at 646-543-7072 or email [email protected]. Follow Ken on Twitter: @Ken_Rosenthal Follow Tim on Twitter: @TimMMcMaster Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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