Doubleheader: Second Base Surprises & Interview w/Kavitha Davidson & Jessica Luther
Episode description
Al and DVR discuss Jose Altuve's knee injury, the state of the second base position and another strong outing from Martín Pérez, before Al is joined by Kavitha Davidson and Jessica Luther, co-authors of 'Loving Sports When They Don't Love You Back' to discuss inspiration for their book, how they find enjoyment in sports despite internal conflict, ethical dilemmas while playing fantasy sports, and more.
Rundown
2:22 Jose Altuve Scheduled for MRI
4:05 Second Base Has Been Full of Surprises in 2020
6:40 How Much Will This Season Impact Our Decison Making in 2021?
9:31 James Paxton is Progressing
11:14 Reynaldo López Optioned by White Sox
12:31 Kyle Cody Joining Texas Rotation
14:59 Martín Pérez Turns In Another Strong Outing
16:57 Looking Ahead at Two-Start Pitchers
Interview with Kavitha Davidson & Jessica Luther
20:00 Inspiration for the Book
21:40 Finding Enjoyment in Watching Sports Despite Internal Conflict
26:09 Dealing with Ethical Dilemmas While Playing in Fantasy Leagues
28:29 How Can We Make Fantasy Sports More Inclusive?
Follow Al on Twitter: @almelchiorBB
Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper
Follow Kavitha on Twitter: @KavithaDavidson
Follow Jessica on Twitter: @jessicawluther
Purchase a copy of Kavitha and Jessica's book 'Loving Sports When They Don't Love You Back' at Bookshop.org:
Featured Read: 'In appreciation of The Franchise' by Marc Carig:
https://theathletic.com/2042867
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.