Best of Marlins on 104.3 WQAM: Reaction to Eury being lifted amid perfecto

Best of Marlins on 104.3 WQAM: Reaction to Eury being lifted amid perfecto

The hosts of WQAM weigh in on the Marlins manager Clayton McCullough's controversial decision to remove starter Eury Perez from Sunday's game against the Athletics after seven perfect innings. Was it a case of prudent management, or being overly cautious with a pitcher who has a history of injuries? Would it be worth risking another injury for a shot at immortality?

Full Show- 07/06/2026

Monday’s show is loaded across the sports world, starting with World Cup drama as USA soccer continues to deal with controversy around officiating and star treatment on the global stage. That same debate over big moments carries into MLB, where the Marlins are under fire after pulling Eury Pérez following seven perfect innings, sparking major backlash over whether Miami cost him a chance at history or made the right long-term decision for a pitcher coming off injury. LeBron James’ free agency remains a major storyline, with speculation building around Miami, Cleveland, and Golden State as potential landing spots and discussion around what each team truly offers at this stage of his career. The show also includes reaction to Tyler Herro taking shots at Bam Adebayo on social media after being traded to Milwaukee, adding more tension to Miami Heat storylines. Rounding things out is Dolphins talk, as the new regime evaluates a young roster in training camp with key position battles and expectations for the upcoming season.

HR 1- World Cup Buzz, Perfect Perez Pulled, LeBron Watch & Tyler Herro Drama

Hour 1 opens with World Cup discussion as U.S. striker Flo Balogun has his red card suspension overturned, making him available for tonight’s Round of 16 matchup against Belgium—though the decision has sparked plenty of backlash. The Marlins are also under scrutiny despite sweeping the Athletics, after pulling Eury Pérez following seven perfect innings, with Joe Rose and the guys debating whether the long-term health decision was worth sacrificing a potential historic moment. The debate continues over how aggressive teams should be with young pitchers, especially ones returning from injury, even as Miami stays hot overall. Attention then shifts to LeBron James’ free agency, where Cleveland appears to be the frontrunner but Miami and Golden State remain in the mix. The hour also includes reaction to Tyler Herro taking shots at Bam Adebayo on social media following his trade to Milwaukee, with discussion on how his Miami tenure should be viewed. The segment wraps with early college football talk, including a loaded Miami Hurricanes recruiting class and expectations heading into the ACC season.

HR 2- Eury Perez Perfect Debate, Lebron Watch, & Hollywood’s Headlines

Hour 2 features World Cup discussion as Lionel Messi continues to dominate at age 39, elevating Inter Miami’s profile, while controversy swirls around USA striker Flo Balogun’s red card suspension being overturned ahead of tonight’s Round of 16 matchup with Belgium. The guys debate FIFA’s consistency in rulings and what it would mean if Balogun delivers a signature moment on the world stage. In MLB, the Marlins remain in the playoff race but spark debate after pulling Eury Pérez following seven perfect innings, with discussion centered on balancing a historic opportunity with long-term health concerns. The hour also continues the LeBron James sweepstakes conversation, breaking down potential landing spots and what each option means for his future.

HR 3- Dolphins Talk w/ Kyle Crabbs, World Cup Buzz, Marlins Surge

Hour 3 features Kyle Crabbs joining the show to break down the Dolphins’ young core, highlighting potential breakout players, key position battles, and the overall outlook along the offensive line heading into the season. Crabbs also weighs in on how much playing time rookies could realistically see and discusses Malik Willis’ rushing ability, suggesting he could finish among the league leaders in quarterback rushing yards if used correctly, while also making the case that Miami should avoid pursuing Brandon Aiyuk. The hour also includes World Cup discussion, including Flo Balogun’s return to the U.S. lineup after his red card suspension was overturned and broader conversation about the global popularity and high cost of attending matches. The Marlins remain a major storyline as well, with Otto Lopez and Max Meyer emerging as All-Stars and Miami continuing its playoff push despite ongoing debate over the Eury Pérez decision, including whether the team should have let him finish his bid for history and if Sandy Alcantara could be moved at the deadline.