Stugotz fills in for The Herd - Hour 3 - Jeff Passan joins the show, this weeks polls

In this lively third hour of Stugotz filling in for The Herd, Jeff Passan joins the show as a Syracuse University alumnus, bringing both humor and deep baseball insight. The conversation dives into the Yankees' rising pitching prospects, particularly Cam Schlittler and Spencer Jones, with Passan praising Schlittler's breakout performance while cautioning about Jones' high strikeout rate. They debate the value of Paul Skeens versus Schlittler, with Passan ultimately siding with the Yankees' young ace. The hosts also explore the cultural impact of dugout celebrations in baseball, the importance of team context for legends like Derek Jeter, and the growing role of AI in sports analysis—highlighting its usefulness despite its flaws. A playful 'One Table' game features legendary baseball figures, with Passan favoring Greg Maddox for his humor and legacy. The episode closes with a series of audience polls, including whether Anne Hathaway still has it (91% said yes), if toothache pain can be relieved by position (60% agreed), and whether game two is the most underrated game (66% said yes).