Episode 1-37: A Love Letter From Rob Manfred

Just as we wrapped up recording last week, the news broke that #ResignRaisel worked, and Raisel Iglesias returned to the Angels! The Super Halo Bros. discuss what this means for the team moving forward (5:03) and where he will land among the Halos all-time saves leaders. (9:14) When the news came out, Angels GM Perry Minasian mentioned how Joe Maddon, Mike Trout, and Michael Lorenzen were all involved in discussing the decision with Raisel, and the Bros. talk about who in the locker room might step up into a leadership role in 2022. (15:21) Speaking of the bullpen, Mike and Jon take a look at some of the Angels up-and-coming pitchers performing well in the Dominican Professional Baseball League. (23:06) Regarding Michael Lorenzen, Jon and Mike share their thoughts on his place in the starting rotation and examine some encouraging numbers, (29:05) then share what their six-man rotation might look like if the season started tomorrow. (32:15) There's still some remaining pitching options out there, and the Halo Bros. discuss potential trade targets that the Angels may consider after the MLB Lockout, such as Oakland A's pitchers Chris Bassitt and Sean Manaea. (35:53) Then, the brothers discuss the MLB Lockout, and Mike has an EXCLUSIVE SCOOP! An MLB insider passed along Rob Manfred's first draft of his "Letter to Baseball Fans," and we'll take a read right here on the podcast! (40:17) Don't forget to meet us on Twitter and Instagram @superhalobros and let us know how you enjoyed the show!

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