The New York Yankees Aaron Judge has returned to the IL due to a right calf strain. Judge is expected to be on the IL until the end of the regular season in the club’s last game Sep 27, 2026. (AP News photo)
MLB The Show podcast Charlie O:
#1 How significant is Aaron Judge’s return to the injured list with a right calf strain for the Yankees’ postseason plans?
#2 What did Mookie Betts accomplish in the Dodgers’ 8–2 win over the Giants, and how did his two home runs affect his place in MLB history?
#3 How did Juan Soto help the Mets end their five-game losing streak against the Phillies?
#4 What milestone did José Ramírez reach for the Cleveland Guardians, and why is 1,000 career RBIs notable?
#5 How did Carson Benge make Mets history against the Phillies, and how did his performance compare with Pete Alonso’s rookie record?
New York Yankees Aaron Judge will return to action Tuesday night after suffering a rib injury and going on the IL on May 31, 2026. (AP News photo)
That’s Amaury News and Commentary podcast:
#1 New York Yankees Aaron Judge a three time MVP will return after being on the injured list since May 31st from a rib injury. Judge 34, made a diving catch in late April and played hurt but had to be taken out of the line up makes his first return Tuesday night.
#2 Los Angeles Dodgers two way player Shohei Ohtani after missing four days returned to the line up on Monday night after suffering from neck and arm injuries. Dodgers manager Dave Roberts says that Ohtani is not day to day but will take a look how he comes out of Monday night’s game against the Cincinnati Reds. Ohtani was the DH and walked once in three plate appearances.
#3 Milwaukee Brewers rookie outifelder Luis Lara has made a number of defensive plays in the last two months since arriving in the show. Lara 5 foot 7 made a leaping catch on Chicago Cubs Pedro Ramirez’s line drive that would have cleared the center-right field fence.
#4 Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Jesus Luzardo who never pitched a ninth inning of his first 149 starts got the job done throwing a 1-0 shutout. Luzardo struck out 12 batters and allowed two hits. Blanking the Atlanta Braves. You got to work with Luzardo during his Oakland A’s days and he never really got to pitch in the late innings due to the pitch count but there he was Monday night putting away the Braves.
#5 Amaury, Talk about Peter Crow Armstrong he’s been getting around on the baseball hitting his 41st home run putting him second in home runs behind the Philadelphia Phillies Kyle Schwarber who leads the Majors with 43.
Amaury Pi-Gonzalez – Cuban-born Pi-González is one of the pioneers of Spanish-language baseball play-by-play in America. Began as Oakland A’s Spanish-language voice in 1977 ending in 2024 (interrupted by stops with the Giants, Mariners and Angels). Voice of the Golden State Warriors from 1992 through 1998. 2010 inducted in the Bay Area Radio Hall of fame.
Whether you’re pre-gaming with the Kings or celebrating an A’s win, Cyprus Grille at the Holiday Inn Sacramento Downtown – Arena is your downtown go-to.
⚡Craft cocktails? Check. 🔥Game-day bites? Oh yeah. 🏟️Steps from Golden 1 Center? You bet.
Open daily, Cyprus Grille is serving up local flavor with a front-row seat to the action. Stop by before or after the game—or make it your new downtown hangout.
Cyprus Grille—where fans fuel up.
📍Located inside the Holiday Inn Sacramento Downtown – Arena @ 300 J Street
Happy Hour – 4pm-6pm
Show your ticket for additional discounts when dining in.
Atlanta Braves pitcher Chris Sale was dealing against the Philadelphia Phillies at Citizens Bank Ballpark in Philadelphia on Fri Sep 4, 2026 (AP News photo)
MLB The Show podcast Charlie O:
#1 Can the Atlanta Braves maintain their five-game NL East lead over the Philadelphia Phillies after Chris Sale outdueled Cristopher Sánchez in Friday’s 5–2 victory?
#2 How significant is Aaron Judge’s recovery for the New York Yankees, with the star expected to face live pitching Monday after dealing with a rib injury?
#3 Can Fernando Tatis Jr. and the San Diego Padres capitalize on their Wild Card push against Carlos Rodón and the New York Yankees?
#4 Will Brayan Rocchio and Travis Bazzana’s clutch performances help the Cleveland Guardians build momentum after their dramatic doubleheader sweep of the Detroit Tigers?
#5 Can Andrew Painter continue his remarkable late-season turnaround and give the Philadelphia Phillies a boost in the postseason race?
Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Ricky Tiedemann pitching against the New York Yankees at Rogers Centre in Toronto on Sat Aug 15, 2026 (Canadian Presse via AP News photo)
MLB The Show podcast Charlie O:
#1 How significant could Ricky Tiedemann’s MLB debut be for the Blue Jays’ rotation, considering the long injury-plagued path that preceded his promotion. Tiedemann pitched on Saturday going 1.2 allowing two hits and one earned run with two strikeouts.
#2 What does Joshua Báez becoming the first player to hit three home runs in his MLB debut mean for the Cardinals and his prospects as a young star?
#3 How important is Aaron Judge’s return to baseball activities for the Yankees, and can he realistically make an impact before the end of the 2026 season?
#4 After Houston’s dramatic 10th-inning comeback Friday, can the Mariners respond and gain ground in the AL West race?
#5 MLB rule changes: Could MLB’s experimental check-swing challenge system eventually become a permanent part of the game, and would it improve consistency for hitters and umpires?
Los Angeles Dodgers Shohei Ohtani (17) hits a solo home run against the Seattle Mariners in the bottom of the first inning at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on Tue Jul 28, 2026 (AP News photo)
MLB The Show podcast Jessica Kwong:
#1 Can Shohei Ohtani carry the Dodgers through another postseason push while remaining in the National League MVP race?
#2 Will Tarik Skubal be the biggest name moved before the MLB trade deadline, and which contender lands the ace?
#3 Is Aaron Judge’s absence reshaping the American League MVP race, and who benefits the most?
#4 Can Gleyber Torres’ recent offensive surge spark a second-half turnaround for the Tigers after his five-RBI performance?
#5 Will Sandy Alcantara or C.J. Abrams become the next blockbuster trade as the deadline approaches?
Midland RockHounds outfielder Ryan Lasko suffered a fractured vertebra after colliding with teammate Devin Taylor (7) on Jun 30, 2026. Lasko says he has feeling in his legs and is positive about his rehab. (still photo from yahoo.com)
That’s Amaury News and Commentary podcast:
#1 Sacramento A’s player wore Midland RockHounds double A affilate Ryan Lasko #22 T-shirts during batting practice. Lasko who collided with teammate Devin Taylor going for a fly ball Jun 30th Lasko laid motionless after the collision. Lasko underwent surgery to repair a fractured C6-C7 vertebra C-7. Lasko said that he has some feeling coming back from his feet to his knees. Lasko is the 2013 third round draft pick and is hitting .209 with six home runs.
#2 A’s All Star catcher Shea Langeliers and right hand pitcher Mark Leiter Jr. will both have surgeries that will end their seasons. For Langeliers he will have his right knee torn meniscus repaired and Leiter will have surgery to repair a right hip.
#3 Langeliers hit .263 with 23 homers, 51 RBIs in 93 ball games and became the first A’s catcher to start an All Star Game since Terry Steinbach in 1989.
#4 The New York Yankees lost another star player All Star outfielder Cody Bellinger ( is out with a Grade 2 hamstring strain according to manager Aaron Boone. Bellinger had been placed on the ten day IL and had to leave Sunday’s game in the eighth inning. The Yankees are also missing Aaron Judge ( rib injury out since May 31st) and Giancaro Stanton (out since April 24th strained right calf).
#5 When Juan Marichal the former San Francisco Giants Hall of Fame pitcher said when he was coming up through the minor leagues in the 1960s that he couldn’t eat with his teammates because restaurants were segragated then. Dick Allen said that Marichal was the best pitcher even better than Sandy Koufax as Allen said Koufax was a thrower and Marichal was a pitcher.
Amaury Pi-Gonzalez – Cuban-born Pi-González is one of the pioneers of Spanish-language baseball play-by-play in America. Began as Oakland A’s Spanish-language voice in 1977 ending in 2024 (interrupted by stops with the Giants, Mariners and Angels). Voice of the Golden State Warriors from 1992 through 1998. 2010 inducted in the Bay Area Radio Hall of fame.
Whether you’re pre-gaming with the Kings or celebrating an A’s win, Cyprus Grille at the Holiday Inn Sacramento Downtown – Arena is your downtown go-to.
⚡Craft cocktails? Check. 🔥Game-day bites? Oh yeah. 🏟️Steps from Golden 1 Center? You bet.
Open daily, Cyprus Grille is serving up local flavor with a front-row seat to the action. Stop by before or after the game—or make it your new downtown hangout.
Cyprus Grille—where fans fuel up.
📍Located inside the Holiday Inn Sacramento Downtown – Arena @ 300 J Street
Happy Hour – 4pm-6pm
Show your ticket for additional discounts when dining in.
Detroit Tigers pitcher Tarik Skubal has numerous suitors from other clubs before the baseball trade deadline will the Tigers trade him or keep him as they will need his services in the post season (AP News photo)
That’s Amury News and Commnentary podcast:
#1 How could trade deadline rumors involving Tarik Skubal impact the Detroit Tigers’ playoff hopes, and which contenders should pursue him?
#2 With injuries affecting stars Shohei Ohtani and Aaron Judge, which player is more critical to their team’s postseason chances?
#3 What does Max Kepler’s walk-off RBI in the Arizona Diamondbacks’ dramatic comeback over the St. Louis Cardinals say about Arizona’s resilience this season?
#4 Can Paul Skenes continue pitching at an elite level and emerge as the National League Cy Young Award favorite by season’s end?
#5 As the MLB trade deadline approaches, which player—the New York Mets Francisco Lindor, the Sacramento A’s Shea Longeliers, or another star—could become the biggest name on the trade market?
Amaury Pi-Gonzalez – Cuban-born Pi-González is one of the pioneers of Spanish-language baseball play-by-play in America. Began as Oakland A’s Spanish-language voice in 1977 ending in 2024 (interrupted by stops with the Giants, Mariners and Angels). Voice of the Golden State Warriors from 1992 through 1998. 2010 inducted in the Bay Area Radio Hall of fame.
Whether you’re pre-gaming with the Kings or celebrating an A’s win, Cyprus Grille at the Holiday Inn Sacramento Downtown – Arena is your downtown go-to.
⚡Craft cocktails? Check. 🔥Game-day bites? Oh yeah. 🏟️Steps from Golden 1 Center? You bet.
Open daily, Cyprus Grille is serving up local flavor with a front-row seat to the action. Stop by before or after the game—or make it your new downtown hangout.
Cyprus Grille—where fans fuel up.
📍Located inside the Holiday Inn Sacramento Downtown – Arena @ 300 J Street
Happy Hour – 4pm-6pm
Show your ticket for additional discounts when dining in.
Los Angeles Dodgers Shohei Ohtani swings for a first inning home run against the Arizona Diamondbacks on Fri Jul 10, 2026. Ohtani will have his left knee drained on Sun Jul 12, 2026 and will miss the All Star Game in Philadelphia (AP News photo)
MLB The Show podcast Charlie O:
#1 Will MLB owners and players reach a new Collective Bargaining Agreement before the 2027 deadline, or will a lockout begin?
#2 Los Angeles Dodgers two way star will have his left knee drained and will have to sit out the Alll Star Game in Philadelphia. How much of loss will this be for the Dodgers and for baseball at the Mid Summer Classic?
#3 Will Aaron Judge capture another American League MVP award after another dominant offensive season?
#4 Can Paul Skenes establish himself as the most dominant starting pitcher in Major League Baseball?
#5 Will Juan Soto live up to the expectations that come with his blockbuster contract and lead his team deep into the postseason?
Stanford Cardinal baseball standout Rintaro Susaki has been named as one of the top propects for the 2026 Major League Baseball draft picks. Here is Susaki taking a few hacks in the batting cage at Stanford University on Fri Feb 7, 2025 (AP News photo)
MLB The Show podcast Jessica Kwong:
#1 The 2026 MLB Draft Combine began this week in Phoenix. Which prospect has the most to gain from a strong combine performance, and how much should teams weigh medical evaluations versus on-field tools when making draft decisions?
#2 With updated 2026 All-Star voting results released, which players have been the biggest surprises—either deserving more support or receiving more votes than expected?
#3 After returning from a long injury absence and striking out ten batters in six scoreless innings, can Brandon Woodruff become a difference-maker in the playoff race for the Milwaukee Brewers?
#4 The New York Yankees remain strong contenders, but concerns persist about injuries, infield consistency, and the timeline for Aaron Judge’s return. Which issue is the biggest threat to their World Series aspirations?
#5 MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred criticized the San Francisco Giants over a communication breakdown involving Pride Night uniforms. How should MLB balance uniform policies, player expression, and team-sponsored events?
Los Angeles Dodgers Shohei Ohtani (17) hits a lead off home run in the top of the first inning against the Chicago White Sox at Rate Field on Sat Jun 13, 2026 (AP News photo)
That’s Amaury News and Commentary podcast:
#1 How might the early All-Star voting lead held by Shohei Ohtani influence discussions about the 2026 MVP race and his impact as a two-way player?
#2 What expectations should fans have for top prospect Cooper Pratt as he prepares to make his major league debut with the Milwaukee Brewers?
#3 Do you agree with MLB’s decision to suspend Ron Marinaccio for the hit-by-pitch incident involving Gunnar Henderson, or should the league have handled it differently?
#4 Which player currently has the strongest case to start for the American League in the All-Star Game: Yordan Alvarez, Aaron Judge, or another candidate?
#5 What does rookie Blaze Jordan’s fast start, including his first MLB home run, suggest about the future of the St. Louis Cardinals lineup?
Amaury Pi-Gonzalez – Cuban-born Pi-González is one of the pioneers of Spanish-language baseball play-by-play in America. Began as Oakland A’s Spanish-language voice in 1977 ending in 2024 (interrupted by stops with the Giants, Mariners and Angels). Voice of the Golden State Warriors from 1992 through 1998. 2010 inducted in the Bay Area Radio Hall of fame.
LaTerraza Mexican Restaurant 1027 2nd Street in Old Sacramento give them a call at 916-440-0874
From the second you step in the front door, the sounds of Latin America will gently seduce your ears and continue as you relax outdoors with your favorite cocktail enjoying the view. The wonderful flavors and aromas of our cuisine will not disappoint.
We use only the finest, freshest, local ingredients in every dish and every dish is prepared to order. Enjoy live mariachi music weekly and on special occasions, catch balet folklorico dance performances among other live entertainment. Come visit us and have a great time! Enjoy fast, friendly service, fantastic food & cocktails, music and allow us to share our beautiful Mexican heritage with you.
LaTerraza Mexican Restaurant at 1027 2nd Street in Old Sacramento give them a call at 916-440-0874.
