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Mark Teixeira on Jeter, A-Rod, and the Secret to Chafing-Free Golf
We are right in the heart of the summer dead zone, but luckily McGregor and Mayweather have saved us with a four-city world tour of pure chaos. Big Cat and PFT are following the press conferences closely, even if it feels a little bit like watching professional wrestling where everyone is just playing their part. PFT has a particularly woke theory on why Floyd keeps playing the hits about his reading ability.
PFT CommenterFloyd Mayweather plays up his illiteracy to have an excuse for tax issues
I have kind of a stay woke actually on Mayweather. I think that Mayweather isn't actually illiterate but he likes to play it up because that way he has an excuse when he doesn't fill his taxes out correctly.
While McGregor is clearly winning the microphone battle, Big Cat isn't convinced that translates to the ring. He’s ready to put money on the Irishman anyway, despite the looming reality of a boxing clinic.
Big CatConor McGregor is winning the press conferences but will lose the fight to Mayweather
If [McGregor] does go and get his ass kicked, which I think a lot of people probably lean that way... this is definitely a situation where he's winning the press conference and will most likely lose the fight.
The Chicago Swap
In a rare move, the Cubs and White Sox actually did business with each other. Jose Quintana is heading to the North Side in exchange for a haul of prospects, including Eloy Jimenez. While Twitter spent the afternoon trying to decide who got fleeced, Big Cat took a more measured approach to his beloved Cubs' move.
Big CatThe Jose Quintana trade is a win-win for both the Cubs and the White Sox
The White Sox and Cubs actually pulled off a trade, and I actually like it for both sides... maybe the Cubs got exactly what they needed, a cost-controlled arm, and the White Sox keep building. ... You're getting the sure thing right now to keep your window open.
Mount Rushmore of Annoying Office People
With Hank away, the guys brought in the most generic office man in history: All Business Pete. Before getting into the list, Pete tried to defend his life choices as a father of two, but PFT wasn't having it, insisting that his life with Leroy is basically identical to raising a human child.
PFT CommenterOwning a dog and having a child are essentially the same thing
Owning a dog and a kid, same thing. Yeah, for example, sometimes my dog, he sleeps in really, really late, and I have to wake him up to take him outside to use the restroom.
As for the actual Mount Rushmore, the list was a relatable nightmare. From the guy who microwaves fish in the communal kitchen to the person who makes everyone sign a birthday card they don't care about, it was a trip through corporate hell. Big Cat hit on the true scourge of the modern workplace: the meeting that could have been an email.
PFT Commenter99% of office meetings could be solved with a text thread
I would say that 99% of meetings in general could just be solved with a text thread.
Mark Teixeira on the Yankee Way
Former Yankee first baseman Mark Teixeira joined the show to talk about his career and the current state of the game. He gave some great insight into the "pinstripe" culture and playing alongside two of the biggest icons in the sport. While Derek Jeter is the gold standard for many, Tex argued that A-Rod was actually the more compelling figure to be around on a daily basis.
Mark TeixeiraAlex Rodriguez was a more entertaining Yankee than Derek Jeter because of his massive highs and lows
Alex [Rodriguez] is the most entertaining Yankee more than Derek [Jeter] because of the highs and lows. He'll bring you as high as you want to be and he'll bring you as low as you want to be.
Speaking of current Yankees, the conversation naturally turned to Aaron Judge. Tex is a huge believer in the kid, especially because Judge already knows what it's like to fail at the big league level and come back stronger. He does, however, see a position change in the future for the massive outfielder.
Mark TeixeiraAaron Judge will eventually move to first base to save his career
Eventually he'll probably want to because you know your knees and your feet will get worn down over a long season... eventually he'll want to move to first base because it will save his career a little bit.
Perhaps the most shocking reveal of the interview was the "peel back the onion" moment regarding Teixeira’s athletic attire. If you’ve ever seen Mark Teixeira on a golf course or an MLB field, there is a high probability he was wearing a very specific undergarment to maintain his "freshness."
Mark TeixeiraWearing a dry-fit jockstrap while golfing will change your life
I'm going to give you three things that will change your life. Number one, jockstrap while golfing. ... Number two, Gold Bond powder. ... Number three, baby wipes. If you do those three things, I guarantee your life will be better. Calvin Klein makes these dry-fit jock straps that are like silk. It's like sleeping naked in silk sheets.
Higher Education and Sammy Sosa's New Look
To wrap things up, we got a Bad Visual for Sammy Sosa, who currently looks like a candle that was left in the sun too long. Big Cat and PFT also debated the ethics of "Tiger Jake," the Auburn fan who paints his dog to look like a tiger. Big Cat is standing firm that the dog is essentially being bullied by its owner.
Big CatPainting your dog is fucked up and the dogs feel embarrassment
I think painting dogs is really fucked up. I think the dogs know. Dogs can feel embarrassment. They can. I'm standing pretty hard on this one.
Finally, Billy Football returned for Higher Education to help the kids heading off to campus this fall. He fielded questions about pet rats, fake IDs, and the "trip chamber." When asked about the Greek system, Big Cat offered a veteran life hack for anyone worried about the social scene versus the cost of dues.
Big CatPeople who own rats, ferrets, snakes, or iguanas aren't right in the head
Rats, ferrets, snakes, iguanas, those people aren't right in the head. Steer clear.
Always remember, the only letters you need in college are A’s, B’s, and a very good lawyer if you’re the guy with the fake ID.
