# #542: MLB’s new rule exposes men who lie about their height

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Podcast: [The GIST of It](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-gist-of-it-744020)
Published: 2026-03-26T09:00:21+00:00
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## Resource

Play ball! Happy Opening Day to all who celebrate — with pitches flying, it’s time to preview the 2026 MLB season. Today's episode of The GIST of It covers it all, from the unsurprising team to beat to the new rule that’s shaking things up. And of course, co-hosts Steph Rotz and Lauren Tuiskula will chat about their respective teams: the Toronto Blue Jays and the Boston Red Sox. Because fandom is better with a friend. Show notes: More on Sarah Graves More on The GIST: 🎧 Subscribe: thegistsports.com/subscribepod ✉️ Email: pod@thegistsports.com 📷 Instagram: @thegistca @thegistusa 🐦 X: @thegistpod

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