# Hour 2: Mavs offseason grades and the Rangers are back in 1st place

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Podcast: [Shan and RJ](https://stenobird.com/podcast/shan-and-rj-683761)
Published: 2026-07-22T13:11:51+00:00
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Duration seconds: 2844

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The guys evaluate a simulated offseason for the Dallas Mavericks, debating Sam Quinn's C-plus grade for the team's future roster moves. They discuss the WNBA's decision to ban the monetization of player confrontations and the growing trend of using AI to write personal thank-you notes. The conversation also covers the Texas Rangers' pitching outlook and the scarcity of impact bats available on the MLB trade market. Choppin it up!

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