Two small-market clubs. One first-time champion guaranteed.

Javi and Toad open with what makes Brewers vs. Rays such a fascinating World Series. Then MLB Network analyst Alex Avila joins the show to break down the matchup from behind the plate: Jacob Misiorowski and Milwaukee’s bullpen, Junior Caminero and Tampa Bay’s pitching, and the details only a catcher sees.

Avila also shares his South Florida story. The Hialeah native, a 13-year MLB veteran and 2011 All-Star, talks about his career and what it is like to play meaningful baseball in October.

The Marlins had October in their hands earlier in the season and let it slip. In this episode, Javi and Toad break down the season that got away: a franchise-record 20-6 June, a peak of 10 games over .500 in July… and then the collapse. We dig into Sandy Alcántara's redemption arc, Kyle Stowers and the young core worth building around, Heriberto Hernández coming out of nowhere, and the injuries and quiet deadline that sank a real playoff push. Then we zoom out to the wild MLB playoff picture: the Rays grabbing the AL's top seed, the Brewers and Dodgers rolling, and why Miami's collapse stings even more with the small-market blueprint sitting right there in Milwaukee and Tampa. Did the Fish waste their window, or is this a foundation worth trusting?

If you loved the 2003 Florida Marlins, this episode is for you. Javi and Eric kick things off with their favorite memories from that magical World Series run — from Ivan Rodriguez’s iconic play at the plate to Mike Mordecai’s clutch NLCS double.

Then they sit down with Mike Lowell and Juan Alvarez (20:41) to revisit their lifelong friendship, Miami roots, and unforgettable baseball stories. From high‑school teammates to reuniting on the 2003 Marlins, they share call‑up moments, clubhouse personalities, and what it was like playing for Jack McKeon. Lowell reflects on the Marlins’ championship run, while Alvarez dives into his new role as FIU pitching coach and what fans can expect from the program’s future.

Packed with Marlins nostalgia, behind‑the‑scenes stories, and FIU baseball’s next chapter, this episode is a must‑listen for South Florida baseball fans.