Here’s what went down Tuesday on G&A…

Bullpen Blow Up. The Diamondbacks let another opportunity to extend their NL West-lead slip away last night as John Rauch got walked off by D-Back killer Jody Gerut. The guys debated who Bob Melvin should insert to close games. Ash would stick with Rauch and put Brandon Lyon back in the set-up role where he was extremely successful last season. Gambo would prefer BoMel to use the “hot hand” whether that be Tony Pena, Chad Qualls, or Juan Cruz. We took calls.

Diamondbacks’ President Derek Hall discussed the race in the NL West, previewed this weekend’s big series against Manny Ramirez and the Dodgers at Chase Field, and the team’s charity drive, “Augie’s Quest” that is going on for the next two days.

Our ESPN baseball insider Tim Kurkjian checked in for his weekly segment to discuss the still up-for-grabs National League West, the surging Chicago Cubs, and Brandon Webb’s chances of winning the NL Cy Young. Kurkjian says Webby already has it locked up even with C.C. Sabathia’s amazing run in Milwaukee.

NAU head coach Jerome Souers previewed the Jacks’ season and their showdown with ASU Saturday night in Tempe. Souers is entering his 11^th year in Flagstaff and has high hopes for the 2008 season in the mighty Big Sky.

Our ESPN college football analyst Mark May previewed the upcoming season and shared his thoughts the Heisman Trophy front-runners, the chase for the BCS Championship, and how ASU and the rest of the Pac-10 will play out this year. MayDay expects the Devils to be near the top of the Pac-10, but feels their sketchy offensive line will eventually keep them from a BCS game.

Two Days Away! The college football season kicks off Thursday and G&A couldn’t be more excited. Gambo predicted a USC-Oklahoma National Championship. Ash likes Florida taking on the Trojans for all the marbles. The guys debated if we may see another 2-loss title team. Ash thinks the BCS failed. Gambo feels the BCS did exactly what it was supposed to do.

Just Too Good A 9-year old little league player in Connecticut is no longer allowed to pitch because he’s “too good.” Jericho Scott was told he can no longer pitch and now he feels responsible for the upheaval. G&A agree this is a ridiculous story and certainly don’t fault Scott for being better than the other kids in the league.

Tomorrow: Short show after day baseball in San Diego. We’ll be joined by Jerry Colangelo

 

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