The Inside Pitch w/Josh Towers

Former MLB Pitcher Josh Towers and Scott Seidenberg talk about the Mets/Braves DoubleHeader to determine the NL Wild Card and give out BEST BETS for the Postseason games coming up.

Quotes and Analysis

1. Josh Towers (0:32 - 2:50):
2. Quote: "The best players in any sport are able to take a step back and see it for what it's worth."
3. Analysis: Towers highlights the importance of composure and strategic thinking, a quality he attributes to elite athletes. He emphasizes how game management can determine success, as seen in the Mets' comeback against the Braves.
4. Quote: "Every pitch that we saw was just up over the middle of the plate and out over."
5. Analysis: This observation by Towers critiques the Braves' bullpen's poor performance in the late innings, noting that missed locations led to several critical hits by Mets players, like Francisco Lindor and Brandon Nimmo.
6. Scott Sidenberg (4:10 - 4:29):
7. Quote: "The win probability was just off the charts."
8. Analysis: Sidenberg references how dramatic the game’s comeback was for the Mets, framing it as one of the wildest matches, especially given the Braves' earlier dominance in the game.

Player Statistics & Analysis

1. Francisco Lindor:
2. Lindor was pivotal in the Mets' victory, hitting a critical home run in the 9th inning, reflecting his recent hot streak at the plate. Josh Towers praises Lindor for his ability to handle key situations, like making contact on a first-pitch curveball that led to his game-winning hit.
3. Brandon Nimmo:
4. Nimmo, after falling behind 0-2 in his at-bat, capitalized on a poorly placed fastball to deliver a home run, showcasing his poise under pressure.
5. Braves' bullpen:
6. The Braves bullpen struggled in crucial moments, with Josh Towers pointing out that missed pitches over the plate allowed the Mets' hitters to dominate. Phil Matan and Edwin Diaz were particularly shaky, contributing to the Braves' collapse.

Team Statistics & Insights

1. Mets Performance:
2. The Mets demonstrated resilience by overcoming a 3-0 deficit late in the game. Lindor and Nimmo's homers, combined with strategic bullpen moves, highlight their capability to handle high-pressure situations. Their performance solidified their chance at securing a postseason spot.
3. Braves Breakdown:
4. Despite Swellenbach pitching seven shutout innings, the Braves' bullpen collapsed late in the game. Towers critiques how the Braves mismanaged their relief pitching, especially by continuing to pitch to Lindor when a strategic walk could have been considered.
5. Postseason Implications:
6. Scott and Josh discuss the postseason scenarios. If the Mets win Game 2, they will face the Padres. A loss sends them to face the Brewers. Josh argues the Mets should prefer Milwaukee over San Diego, noting the Padres' offensive strength despite their struggles.

Speaker and Timestamps

1. Scott Sidenberg (0:00 - 0:31): Introduces the podcast and sets the stage for the Mets-Braves doubleheader analysis.
2. Josh Towers (0:32 - 2:50): Breaks down the Mets' thrilling comeback and critiques the Braves' bullpen.
3. Timestamp: "The bullpen for the Braves just absolutely collapses"
4. Scott Sidenberg (4:10 - 4:29): Discusses the win probability and Braves' decisions.
5. Josh Towers (5:14 - 5:19): Analyzes the potential outcomes of the Mets' win in Game 2 and critiques their postseason strategy.

Conclusion

The podcast delves into the exciting, high-stakes Game 1 between the Mets and Braves, focusing on key player performances, bullpen collapses, and strategic mistakes. Francisco Lindor and Brandon Nimmo stood out for the Mets, while the Braves' bullpen's inefficiency cost them the game. Towers and Sidenberg also explore postseason scenarios, favoring the Mets against the Brewers rather than the Padres due to perceived matchup advantages.

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