ATW Episode 93: The Empires Strike Back

Published: March 23, 2018, 8 a.m.

In the final episode of the AL East Preview Series, Stacey Gostulias of Baseball Prospectus looks ahead at the Yankees (15:17) and Matt Kory, also of BP, takes a look at the reigning division champion Boston Red Sox (45:23). Greg and Josh also talk about the signing of Danny Espinosa, the performance of the super duo of Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and Bo Bichette, give injury updates on Steve Pearce, Randal Grichuk, and Anthony Alford, and discuss what the return of Marcus Stroman to health does and should mean for Joe Biagini. Finally, they answer listener questions and get upset with MLB for its role in Congress including a provision to limit minor league pay in the latest omnibus bill.