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Inspired by the wild race for the AL West pennant and final Wild Card spot, we look at some of the craziest final crunches in MLB history that sent unlikely contenders to the postseason. Plus, special guest Josh Fekete joins us to celebrate the career of soon-to-retire Guardians skipper Terry Francona.

Put Me In, Coach! is a baseball podcast hosted by Matt Coggins and Carl Mizell. 

Theme music is by Quack Quack Seat Back. Edited and produced by Matt Coggins / Arctic Sounds.

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FOOTNOTES:

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