Jeff Passan

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296 appearances 2 recordings 1 series first heard Sep 2026 last heard 5d ago

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Blair & Barker · Pitching Plans, Playoff Pushes, and CBA Clashes · 17 Sep 2026 podcast

He does have a sub-20% strikeout rate.

He has increased his walk rate significantly.

So, yeah, I just think Aaron Judge has had the kinds of years, like multiple 10-win seasons that are so, so rare.

I don't want to put that on anyone.

I think what Junior Caminero has that Aaron Judge doesn't is personality and flavor and integrity.

You know, 40-second trots on walk-off home runs.

And to me, it's a different type of player, but it's the same.

I think the reason you're comparing him is because he feels like an anchor.

He feels like somebody around whom you build.

And to me, it's a really interesting litmus test.

If a salary cap is not put in place, will the Tampa Bay Rays sign Junior Caminero to the enormous mega extension that he deserves?

And I don't know.

I mean, if there's a max contract in place, you know damn well Junior Caminero is going to get it.

But if there's not, will they be willing to pay after what happened with Wander Franco and –

how they got sort of nailed on that one, tough to say.

And I know you guys probably have to go right now, so if I may just jump in here and say the look on my child's face...

during this car ride as I have picked him up from school, listening to a redneck and a Canadian talk to each other has been absolutely priceless.

You're welcome.

I'm glad

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