In Episode 525, Patrick, Jeffrey and Craig chat about Dad Books, and then preview the American League Central.
1. The Royals are extremely an 85 win roster but is that enough.
2. Probably not because the Tigers should be better than this.
3. The Twins are also cursed, but they come with your choice of toppings.
4. Is this it for Cleveland?
5. This is definitely it for the 2026 White Sox.
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