The Show Before the Show: Episode 133

Check out the latest episode of The Show Before the Show, MiLB.com's official podcast. A segment rundown is listed below, in case you want to skip to a particular section. Like the podcast? Subscribe, rate and review The Show Before the Show on iTunes. The podcast is also available via the Stitcher app and Google Play. Send your questions and feedback to [email protected]. You can follow hosts Tyler Maun (@TylerMaun) and Sam Dykstra (@SamDykstraMiLB) on Twitter.
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Three Strikes (3:30)

• The Dodgers and Astros are in the midst of what's already been an exciting World Series. Tyler and Sam open this week's show talking about how player development helped both clubs get this far.
• Several MiLBY awards have been handed out this week, and the co-hosts break down the staff and fan winners for Offensive Player, Starting Pitcher and Relief Pitcher.
• The Arizona Fall League continues to develop storylines as it enters its third week of play. Sam talks about Mariners prospect Eric Filia, his hit tool and his desire to show some personality after being away from the game for two years.

J.B. Bukauskas interview (23:54)

• The Astros' No. 3 prospect joins the show to talk about Houston's run through the postseason, his experience as the No. 15 overall pick, how one rough start may have affected his Draft stock, the development of his plus slider and what it's like to be back on campus at the University of North Carolina.

Ben's Biz Banter (41:12)

• MiLB.com's Benjamin Hill discusses his recent promotional recap stories on food-theme team names and his favorite bobbleheads from the 2017 season.

Wrapping up (54:30)