NFL: The Read Optional NFL Podcast

2:25: AL West — Happy Mike Trout Day! Trout keeping Angels afloat; Astros best team in baseball, but sustainable? Mariners struggles caused by injuries. 20:30: AL Central — Twins bringing déjà vu from 2015; Luis Robert to the Chicago White Sox. 32:00: AL East — David Price’s return’s impact on the division as Red Sox offense struggles; Blue Jays long road back. 34:25: NL East — Braves lose Freeman, trade for Matt Adams who is off to a good start. 40:55: NL Central — Cubs hitting woes against lefties keeping them from 2016 heights; Brewers biggest surprise in baseball. 48:10: NL West — Some great “prove-it” series this weekend: Diamondbacks @ Brewers, Cubs @ Dodgers, and Cardinals @ Rockies.