Hour 4: Nathan Eovaldi is BACK and Boston media members are cowards

In this high-energy episode of Shan and RJ, the hosts dive into a fiery discussion about Nathan Eovaldi's dominant performance against the Yankees, praising his 20 swinging strikes and 7 strikeouts in 7 innings. They critique the Rangers' struggling offense—27th in runs scored and only six home runs in 573 plate appearances at home—while also dissecting the impact of the ballpark's dimensions on offensive output. A major segment focuses on Boston media cowardice, particularly Scott Zolak’s failure to challenge Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel during a controversial event where season ticket holders gave Vrabel a standing ovation despite his controversial actions. The hosts express outrage at the media’s lack of accountability and call out the provincialism and self-protection within Boston sports media. The episode also covers breaking news of RJ Choppy’s identity theft, a humorous yet tense moment, and a lighthearted debate on soda and beer temperatures. The hosts close with a betting pool prediction on the upcoming series, a nod to their deep-rooted fan culture, and a reminder of their commitment to speaking truth to power for their listeners.