Episode 438: Playoff Baseball and a D2 Sensation

This week on The Underdog:

• [00:30–03:40] Phillies’ Big Win, Sosa’s Night & World Series Odds
  Chris and Matt open with the Phillies’ record-setting eight-homer game. They praise Edmundo Sosa’s unexpected power surge and discuss his utility role. The duo also note the team’s rise to NL favorites on the oddsmakers board, tied with the Dodgers.

  [03:41–06:14] Bruntlett Nostalgia, Union Hopes & Sixers Jerseys
  Matt reminisces about Eric Bruntlett’s unassisted triple play. They chat briefly about the Union’s form and debate the Sixers’ black jerseys, with Chris preferring the Boathouse Row set.

  [06:15–10:26] QR Code Fundraisers & $77 Cookies
  Chris tells a story about kids selling fundraiser goods via QR code, leading to a $77 donation for snacks he can’t eat. They joke about how high-tech and aggressive fundraising has become.

  [10:27–12:32] North Penn Art & T-Shirt Quality Rant
  Chris shares news that North Penn Art is expanding into custom t-shirts. Both complain about cheap shirts from merch stores and brands like Fanatics and Barstool using low-quality materials.

  [12:33–14:40] Salvation Army Swag & California Move
  Matt shares his upcoming move to Simi Valley. Chris jokes about his donation pile including random local youth league shirts now available at the Concord, NC Salvation Army.

  [14:41–18:25] TV Talk: Traitors UK, Black Rabbit & Slow Horses
  They recommend Traitors UK and Black Rabbit, starring Jude Law and Jason Bateman. Chris teases Slow Horses season 5, while Matt mentions Task, a new Delco-based HBO show.

  [18:26–20:22] Ruffalo at Eagles Game & Penguin Emmy Win
  They discuss Mark Ruffalo repping the Eagles and Kristen Milioti’s Emmy win for The Penguin. Chris calls the series good but not rewatchable.

  [20:23–24:12] Phillies Chemistry, Schwarber’s Chase & Castellanos Concerns
  They praise the Phillies’ chemistry, rave about Bader, and doubt Nick Castellanos’ future in Philly. Chris hopes Turner returns to form, and they debate whether Schwarber can break Ryan Howard’s home run record.

  [24:13–26:46] MVP Odds, Scary Injury & Golf Parallels
  Chris explains MVP odds: Shohei leads the NL, Judge trails Cal Raleigh in the AL. They react to a pitcher beaning a batter in the face and relate it to anxiety golfers feel about hitting people on crowded courses.

  [26:47–31:12] Eagles vs Buccaneers: Injuries & Playcalling Issues
  The Eagles’ injuries mount: Nolan Smith heads to IR, multiple defenders miss practice. They dissect the lack of offensive consistency and question whether Jalen Hurts is freelancing during slumps.

  [31:13–35:05] Defensive Misses & QB Talk: Wentz, Simmons, Chambliss
  They lament ex-Eagles now thriving elsewhere. Matt shifts to Ole Miss vs LSU, where Trinidad Chambliss will start again. Chambliss’ eligibility and potential to unseat Austin Simmons are debated.

  [35:06–END] Wentz’s Comeback Case & Weekend Preview
  Carson Wentz’s breakout game in Minnesota sparks talk of a QB controversy. Chris floats his name as a dark horse for Comeback Player of the Year. They wrap with Ole Miss hopes and a packed football weekend ahead.

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