The ABS Fallout — Seven Umpires Retire, MLB Reacts | Caminero's Historic HR Streak Breaks Griffey's Record | Dugout Report Ep. 534

On this Tuesday edition of The Chasers Dugout Report, the panel breaks down Junior Caminero's historic power surge — the Rays third baseman, now 23, became the youngest player in MLB history to homer in six straight games (surpassing Ken Griffey Jr.), part of an 11-home-run stretch across 11 games dating back to June 23. Alvin Clawson makes the case for him as the best third baseman in baseball right now.The crew also unpacks a report that seven MLB umpires — including CB Bucknor and Laz Díaz — accepted buyouts to retire after the 2026 season, with the automated ball-strike (ABS) Challenge System and rising public scrutiny cited as key factors. Expect a real debate on accountability, ego, and preserving the human element behind the plate.🎧 HIGHLIGHTED CHAPTER 📍 27:39 — "Caminero's Historic Homer Tear" The panel breaks down exactly how rare this power stretch is, comparing it to the game's all-time greats and explaining what it means for the Rays' AL East push heading into the All-Star break.Also on deck: shifting MLB standings, Anthony Volpe's struggles and the Yankees' shortstop shakeup, Aaron Boone under fire, the Giancarlo Stanton contract situation, early trade deadline buzz, All-Star snub debates, the MLB Draft and Home Run Derby calendar, and the HBCU Swingman Classic founded by Ken Griffey Jr.🎙️ HOSTED & MODERATED BY: Kevin L. Warren 🎙️ FEATURING: Alvin Clawson, MLB Resident Insider & #1 Contributor 🎙️ CO-HOSTS: Darrell "D-Dubbz" Warren · Dorian "The D.A." Albritton Sr. · James "The Angry1ne" WarrenThe Real Sports Fan's HQ. Join the Chase. No narratives. No hot takes. Verified facts only.🔔 SUPPORT • FOLLOW • FEEDBACK – CHASERS NATION ⭐ LOVE THE PODCAST 👉 https://lovethepodcast.com/678c0f38d21e0cd429a48a1b 🔔 FOLLOW THE PODCAST 👉 https://followthepodcast.com/678c0f38d21e0cd429a48a1b 🎙️ PODCAST FEEDBACK 👉 https://podcastfeedback.com/678c0f38d21e0cd429a48a1b🔗 LINKS 🌐 Website: sportschasers.net · 🛒 Merch: 1800tshirts.chipply.com/sportschaserspodcast · 🤝 Affiliates: sportschasers.net/affiliate🎼 Narration: Ken Marsiglia · Intro Music: "Super Bowl" · Outro Music: "Buss Down" · Licensed via Epidemic Sound · Music Producer: Darrell L. Warren · Intro & Outro Video: Azad S.#MLB #JuniorCaminero #SportsChasers #TampaBayRays #ABSChallengeSystem #MLBUmpires #AnthonyVolpe #YankeesBaseball #MLBTradeDeadline #AllStarGame2026 #ChasersDugoutReport #KenGriffeyJr #MLBStandings #SportsPodcast #ChasersNation