Whit Merrifield and Lindsay Dunn are back for another brutally honest episode of 6ix Inning Stretch!

This week, Whit breaks down the potential MLB lockout and what fans should expect from CBA negotiations, reacts to George Springer and Dalton Varsho chirping him, explains why he “owns” Tropicana Field, and shouts out Kevin Gausman’s incredible 2,000th strikeout milestone. Plus, the duo dives into baseball’s unwritten rules, odd national anthems, and more!

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0:00 - Intro

1:55 - Is a lockout coming?

4:05 - Springer and Varsho have words for Whit

9:00 - Kevin Gausman reaches 2000 strikeouts

11:30 - Barger's outfield cannon

13:06 - Sports Interaction

14:24 - Eric Lauer DFA'd by the Blue Jays

19:05 - Whit OWNS the Trop

22:26 - Memorable national anthems

26:00 - Why pitchers can't wear white gear

28:23 - Unwritten rules

32:05 - Batting practice

33:01 - Questions from fans!

40:18 - Outro

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On this episode of 6ix Inning Stretch, Lindsay Dunn and Whit Merrifield break down a busy week for the Toronto Blue Jays. Bowden Francis joins the show to talk about his Tommy John recovery and how he’s staying grounded during a tough stretch away from the field. The interview quickly takes a hilarious and unexpected turn, featuring harmonica talk, sourdough traditions, and an unforgettable moment involving a garter snake. Whit also shares candid insight on being benched in Toronto, clubhouse dynamics, and why disagreements with coaches are part of the game.

0:00 - Intro

0:33 - Varland is the reliever of the month

1:15 - Varsho's tackle & Springer's toe

5:34 - Okamoto's adjustment

9:39 - MLB's first month

12:57 - Sports Interaction

13:58 - When Whit got benched

18:28 - Bowden Francis joins the show!

19:13 - Harmonicas and guitars

23:44 - Gausman and Bassitt's beach adventure

26:21 - Tommy John Surgery recovery

33:58 - SNAKE!

36:12 - Sourdough on start days

37:02 - Why Bowden kisses his wrist

37:41 - Rookie talent show

42:53 - Outro

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In this episode of 6ix Inning Stretch, Whit Merrifield and Lindsay Dunn break down the high-pressure world of MLB bullpens. Following the Toronto Blue Jays' decision to move to a "closer by committee" approach, Whit provides a player's perspective on why finishing games is the most mentally taxing job in sports. He shares stories from the legendary Kansas City super bullpen era and discusses the difficult reality of watching teammates struggle to find their rhythm under the bright lights of the ninth inning. They also discuss Nathan Lukes, who discussed his struggles with vertigo as he tried to battle through and stay in the lineup.

0:00 - Intro

1:39 - Jordan Romano DFA'd by LA

2:53 - Jeff Hoffman removed from the closer role

7:29 - Kansas City's super bullpen

10:33 - Mental coaches in baseball

12:36 - Sports Interaction

14:00 - Nathan Lukes dealing with vertigo

17:26 - Bad fan behaviour online

22:33 - Red Sox clean house

27:33 - Hit by pitch apologies

31:22 - Custom gear

34:15 - Can Whit name the Spice Girls?

35:12 - Outro

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