# Buck Showalter On The DH, Max Scherzer's Batting, Basketball Referees

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Podcast: [Is This A Great Game, Or What?](https://stenobird.com/podcast/is-this-a-great-game-or-what-6845774)
Published: 2026-05-05T04:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

Buck Showalter returns to the show and, as always, delivers sharp insight on today’s game—along with a pointed critique of a pitching rule that might surprise you. A legendary manager known for building disciplined, competitive teams across the Yankees, Diamondbacks, Rangers, Orioles, and Mets, Showalter brings decades of perspective to the conversation. We also dive into his response to Max Scherzer’s recent comments, revisit his unlikely start as a basketball referee, and hear how his long friendship with Tim leads to a candid list of ideas to improve the game. It’s a deep but accessible baseball conversation for fans of all levels—thanks for listening, and be sure to follow or subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. And of course, thanks for being a part of our family!  Buy two months of BlueChew Gold and get the third for FREE with promo code FOUL at BlueChew.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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