DOB and EOF welcome The Athletic's Washington Nationals beat reporter Britt Ghiroli to today's program (2:15)! The trio tackle player opt outs ahead of the truncated season, including the Nationals' Ryan Zimmerman and Joe Ross. Ghiroli provides insight into both athletes' decisions to step back from the diamond this season. After, the podcasters discuss the Rockies' Ian Desmond's emotionally charged social media post informing fans of his intention to not play this season (10:30). The trio cite the uncertainty this season holds as one of the reasons players may be electing to sit out. In addition, the gaggle of gabbers highlight other factors that might be detouring players from participating this year (15:45). The triumvirate circle back around to Desmond's comments about clubhouse culture, wherein Eric corroborates some of Desmond's points (32:45). Lastly, the Bravos Boys comb through Atlanta's 60-player pool (42:45).

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