All-Star Starters Revealed, Marlins Catch Fire, Kershaw Closes in on 3,000 Ks, & Remembering Dave Parker | 91

Tablesetters: A Baseball Podcast

Devin and Steve are back with Episode 91 with a thoughtful look at a week of meaningful developments around the league, starting with the official reveal of the 2025 MLB All-Star Game starters. From Francisco Lindor’s return to form to rookie Jacob Wilson earning a surprise fan-vote nod, we explore what this year’s selections say about the state of the game and where it’s headed.

In Miami, the Marlins are playing their best baseball of the season, stringing together wins and disrupting the National League picture. We take a closer look at what’s working and whether their recent surge signals a deeper turnaround.

Meanwhile in Houston, the Astros are dealing with significant injuries to both Yordan Alvarez and Jeremy Peña. As the lineup thins out, we ask how much strain their depth can withstand and whether their grip on the AL West is starting to loosen.

Also in this episode:

• Clayton Kershaw approaches 3,000 strikeouts, a quiet milestone that underscores one of the most consistent careers of his generation

• Kevin Pillar retires and offers candid reflections on team culture and longevity in the game

• Tarik Skubal continues to pitch at a Cy Young level, showing once again that his success is built on steady, sustained excellence

• A new round of “Who Says No?”, featuring trade proposals that reflect real needs — and real risk

• Our weekend watchlist, including the Subway Series and other games that could impact the postseason picture

Finally, we take a moment to acknowledge the passing of Dave Parker, reflecting on his playing career, his role in baseball history, and what he meant to the city of Pittsburgh and beyond.

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