Rotoworld Baseball Show – Fantasy Baseball
Rotoworld Baseball Show provides fantasy baseball analysis covering draft strategy, waiver wire pickups, injury news, and prospect call-ups. Hosted by D.J. Short and Eric Samulski, the show delivers insights for fantasy baseball enthusiasts.
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More Offseason Moves: Corbin Burnes, Walker Buehler, Christian Walker + More
(1:50) – Top Moves: Diamondbacks sign Corbin Burnes, Walker Buehler to Red Sox, Phillies trade for Jesus Luzardo, Mets bring back Sean Manaea and add Griffin Canning, Nationals bring in Nathaniel Lowe and Josh Bell, Marlins trade for Matt Mervis(26:00) – More Headlines: Astros add Christian Walker, Guardians trade Josh Naylor for Slade Cecconi, Yankees deal for Cody Bellinger and sign Paul Goldsch
Winter Meetings Headlines: Devin Williams, Garrett Crochet, Willy Adames + more
(2:35) – Top Headlines: Yankees trade for Devin Williams and sign Max Fried, Juan Soto introduced by Mets, Red Sox trade Garrett Crochet, Willy Adames joins Giants, Tyler O’Neill joins Orioles, Alex Cobb lands with Tigers(32:40) – More MLB Signings and Trades: Jordan Romano joins Phillies, Dodgers add Michael Conforto, Texans trade for Jake Burger, Blue Jays add Andres Gimenez in 3-team trade(54:3
A Conversation with Stephen Vogt
(0:54) – Reviewing the 2024 season for the Cleveland Guardians, where Vogt took home the AL Manager of the Year award in his first season(11:50) – Understanding how analytics affect the managerial side of baseball and applying analytics in the 2024 MLB playoffs(25:27) – Discussing what went into Cleveland’s offensive growth in 2024 and what it takes for young players to transition into the majors(
Top Free Agents: Juan Soto, Corbin Burnes, Willy Adames + Others
(4:00) – Offseason Headlines: Roki Sasaki expected MLB arrival, David Frye out for majority of 2025, Brewers decline Devin Williams’ option, ranking Jacob deGrom + Updates on Qualifying Offers for Max Fried and Nick Pivetta(32:30) – Top 10 Free Agents: Juan Soto, Corbin Burnes, Willy Adames, Alex Bregman, Blake Snell, Pete Alonso, Anthony Santander(47:15) – More Notable Free Agents: Jurickson Prof
Way Too Early 2025 Mock Draft: Rounds 1 + 2
(1:40) – Playoff Headlines: Gauging D.J. and James’ feeling on the Mets as Game 3 looms against the Dodgers + Examining the Yankees 2-0 lead on the Guardians(15:30) – 1st Round Mock Draft Debates: Shohei Ohtani’s base running next season, Bobby Witt Jr. 1.01 appeal + draft ceilings for Aaron Judge, Elly De La Cruz, Paul Skenes, and Corbin Carroll(44:00) – 2nd Round Mock Draft Storylines: Jackson C
MLB Playoff Preview: Divisional Round, Pennant, and World Series Predictions
(1:50) – Top Headlines: Analyzing the MLB Playoff format, Mets topple Brewers in dramatic fashion, reflecting on the White Sox season(12:25) – Overview of how to bet on the MLB Playoffs(20:25) – AL Playoff Breakdown: Betting Royals vs Yankees and Guardians vs Tigers, AL Champion odds(38:45) – NL Playoff Analysis: Mets vs Phillies, Padres vs Dodgers, NL Champion picks(47:00) – World Series predicti
Skenes vs Skubal for SP1 Next Year + Biggest Hits and Misses of 2024
September 25: Eric Samulski (@SamskiNYC) and Scott Pianowski (@scott_pianowski) break down the latest news and notes from the MLB season and reflect on their most important takeaways from this year of fantasy baseball. They also discuss who they would take as the top starting pitcher in 2025 fantasy drafts, rank the streaming starters for this weekend, and then give their thoughts on the AL and NL
MVP, Cy Young, ROY Awards + Managing the Final Week of the Season
(1:30) – Where Scott and Eric stand in some of their more notable leagues(8:20) – Key Injuries: Francisco Lindor, Ozzie Albies, Bo Bichette, Carlos Correa, Steven Kwan(16:30) – More News & Notes: Pirates call up Nick Yorke, Yoan Moncada and Justin Steele activated off(26:20) – MVP Candidates: Shohei Ohtani vs Francisco Lindor + Aaron Judge vs Bobby Witt Jr.(37:00) – Cy Young Favorites: Are Chris S
Key Prospect Callups + Tips for Managing September
1:00) – Eric and Scott rue leagues where they dominated the regular season but were eliminated in the playoffs(5:20) – Top Headlines: Kumar Rocker’s MLB debut, Jacob deGrom and Max Scherzer to return, Yankees call up Jasson Dominguez(18:30) – More News & Notes: Trevor Story back in Boston, Reynaldo Lopez lands on IL, Cardinals bring up Thomas Saggese, Anthony Rendon sidelined again + targets for l
Exploiting Friendly vs Unfriendly Schedules
(4:15) – Top Headlines: White Sox infamous place in history, Clay Holmes concerns, Justin Steele injury update(14:45) – More News & Notes: Jacob deGrom and Yu Darvish to return, Corey Seager’s workload, Jordan Walker, Kyle Manzardo, and Coby Mayo intrigue(31:00) – Hitters to Attack/Avoid: Matt Wallner, Dansby Swanson, Gio Urshela, Seth Brown, Josh Jung, Logan O’Hoppe, Bryson Stott, Steven Kwan, Ju
Buying/Selling Streaking Players: Xander Bogaerts, Kutter Crawford + more
(2:05) – Top Headlines: Dylan Crews called up, Nick Lodolo, Ryan Mountcastle and Javy Baez land on IL(13:20) – More Injury News: Updates on Jacob Wilson, Joey Bart, Christian Walker, Joe Ryan, Jared Jones, Xavier Edwards(29:00) – Buying/Selling Streaking Hitters: Miguel Amaya, Ramon Urias, Ramon Laureano, Pete Crow Armstrong, Trevor Larnach, Yandy Diaz, Xander Bogaerts, Steven Kwan, Brandon Nimmo,
“Lightning in a Bottle” Players + Schedules to Attack
(3:20) – Top Headlines: Austin Riley sidelined, Max Muncy and Tommy Edman return to Dodgers, LA’s murky closer situation(13:45) – More News & Notes: Tigers’ plan for Tarik Skubal, Zach Eflin and Pete Fairbanks’ land on IL, closers with Victor Vodnik out and fallout from Jeimer Candelario’s injury(33:30) – “Lightning in a Bottle” Hitters: Adrian Del Castillo, Nolan Jones, Luke Raley, Masataka Yoshi
How to Manage This Time of Year + Caminero call-up and Chisholm injury fallout
(03:15) - The Rays have called up Junior Caminero(07:20) - Jazz Chisholm's UCL injury(10:30) - Joe Musgrove back on the mound.(15:30) - Matthew Boyd season debut.(21:00) - Michael Harris II returning from the IL.(36:30) - Do you need to alter your management strategy for the stretch run?(42:00) - Potential pick-up options for various offensive categories.(56:30) - Potential pick-up options for pit
White Sox Finally Win, Clayton Kershaw Outlook + Waiver Wire Targets
(04:00) – The Streak is Over: White Sox end their 21-game drought with a win over the A’s Tuesday(13:40) – Analyzing Clayton Kershaw: Expectations for the remainder of the season(24:00) – Waiver Wire Targets: Sifting through the options that might include Gavin Lux, Victor Vodnik, and Tyler Stevenson Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection
Trade Deadline Reactions: Flaherty to LA & O's Curious Moves
(02:00) Orioles call Jackson Holliday back up.(05:00) Jeffrey Springs debut and Max Fried might return to the Atlanta rotation soon.(14:20) Breaking down the Orioles trades: Did they pay too much for what they acquired?(24:00) Analyzing the Jack Flaherty trade from all angles(31:00) Marlins were big time sellers. Did they get enough in return?(52:30) Medalists of the Weekend(58:00) Players most i
MLB Trade Deadline Fallout: Chisholm to the Yankees & Arozarena Now in Seattle
(04:40) – Yankees acquire Jazz Chisholm to ramp up the stretch run(09:00) – Randy Arozarena now in Seattle. How does he fit in with the Mariners?(13:10) – Rays also trade away Isaac Paredes(18:30) - Orioles add Zach Eflin to their rotation(21:00) - Phillies pay a steep price to add Carlos Estevez as on their closer options(25:20) - Mets trade for Jesse Winker as they are firmly in the WIld Card h
Are You For Real? Lawrence Butler + Luis L. Ortiz, and more
(02:45) – Kodai Senga returning this weekend vs. the Braves(05:00) – Clayton Kershaw is back on Thursday after being on the IL since March (15:30) – Ty France is a Free Agent(23:00) –Are You For Real or Fugazi: Breaking down Jose Iglesias, Eugenio Suarez, Gavin Lux, and more(43:45) - Medals of the Week: Jackson Chourio, Lawrence Butler, Tyler O'Neill, and others Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz c
Early Trade Deadline Preview + 2nd Half Predictions
(0:40) – All-Star Game Reaction + Potential Buyers and Sellers at the Trade Deadline(14:45) – Possible Hitters on the move: Luis Robert, Jazz Chisholm, Randy Arozarena, Brent Rooker, Jesse Winker, Lane Thomas, Nico Hoerner, Taylor Ward(42:55) – Pitchers on the trading block: Tarik Skubal, Garrett Crochet, Jack Flaherty, Yusei Kikuchi, Jameson Taillon, Jesus Luzardo(57:00) – 2nd Half Predictions: P
Biggest Surprises, Disappointments from the 1st Half of the Season
(1:15) – Analyzing how the MLB All-Star Game has changed over the years(5:40) – Top Headlines: Carlos Correa, Jose Miranda, and Heston Kjerstad land on IL, Yankees-Orioles rivalry, Xander Bogaerts’ speedy return from injury(17:45) – More News & Notes: Royals trade for Hunter Harvey, Dodgers call up River Ryan, timeline for Tyler Glasnow and Yoshinobu Yamamoto(29:10) – Top Waiver Wire Targets: Rece
League-Winning Decisions + Trade Targets by Stat Category
(1:20) – Top Headlines: Tyler Glasnow lands on IL, Bobby Miller struggles again, Taylor Ward and Jazz Chisholm reportedly on trade block, Giants activate Thairo Estrada and Blake Snell(19:00) – League-Winning Decisions: Questions to ask about winning your league as the All-Star Break approaches (31:20) – Trade Targets: Breaking down potential deals for teams in need of HR, RBI, R, SB, BA, Wins, K
Brooks Lee shines + James Wood, Shane Baz, and more Waiver Wire Targets
(1:00) – Analyzing the Red Sox and Yankees trending in different directions as the All-Star Break looms(4:10) – Top Headlines: Brooks Lee impresses, Jose Miranda’s hit streak, Yu Darvish placed on restricted list(15:35) – More News & Notes: James Outman, Matt Wallner, and Parker Meadows return, Juan Yepez and Trey Lipscomb in Nationals starting lineup, DJ Herz demoted, Tommy Edman’s rehab assignme
Royce Lewis Sidelined Again + Key Stats, Player Search Tools to Consider
(1:30) – Top Headlines: Aaron Civale traded to Brewers, Shane Baz’s call up, Royce Lewis injured again, Alek Thomas returns, Jordan Montgomery to IL(21:40) – More News & Notes: Dean Kremer back on the hill, Tim Anderson DFA’d, Christian Scott back with Mets, Kerry Carpenter suffers injury setback(31:50) – Notable players who thrive in wOBA: Andres Gimenez, Spencer Horwitz, Kyle Higashioka, Hunter
Bryce Harper Injured, Notable Debuts + Top Waiver Wire Adds
(1:15) – Top Headlines: James Wood, Jhonskey Noel, and Garrett Michell debuts, Bryce Harper and Kyle Schwarber to IL in Philly(20:00) – More News & Notes: Tyler Megil to AAA, Lars Nootbaar timeline, Cubs call up Jorge Lopez, Triston McKenzie sent down, Elias Diaz returns, Xander Bogaerts takes live batting practice(29:45) – Top Waiver Wire Hitters: Noelvi Marte, Jose Miranda, Mark Vientos, Matt Ch
How to Trade and Who to Trade For
(3:40) – Top Headlines: Fernando Tatis Jr., Starling Marte, Bryan Woo, and Nick Lodolo injury fallout(12:30) – More News & Notes: Brewers trade for Dallas Keuchel, Hayden Birdsong and David Festa set to make debuts, Bo Bichette activated off DL and more(28:30) – How to execute a successful trade(36:20) – Surging June Hitters: Lance Thomas, Randy Arozarena, Jarren Duran, Alec Burleson, Jackson Merr
Mets, Pirates and Blue Jays Bullpens, Key Injuries + Top Waiver Wire Hitters
(3:15) – Top Headlines: Expected Edwin Diaz suspension, analyzing the Pirates and Blue Jays bullpen, Giancarlo Stanton lands on IL, Orioles call up Heston Kjerstad(20:00) - More News & Notes: Marlins SP injuries, Eloy Jimenez returns, Josh Jung sits over the weekend, Gabriel Moreno hits IL, Matt McLain inches closer to return(31:00) – Top Waiver Wire Hitters: Ben Rice, Tyler Soderstrom, Jose Miran
What is Regression and who is regressing? + This weekend's top SP streamers
(4:25) - Bo Bichette on the IL and the Blue Jays called up Orelvis Martinez but can you trust this organization?(7:26) - Brandon Drury, Lawrence Butler, and Tyler Black have all returned. Are we interested again in fantasy leagues?(10:50) - Astros are promoting Jake Bloss to start on Friday. What is Eric’s inside info?(14:44) - Keegan Thompson gets a save and goes on paternity. Can you roster any
This Weekend's Injury Fallout + Top Waiver Wire Adds
(3:15) - Mookie Betts fractured his wrist. Are any of his replacements fantasy relevant?(7:20) - Yoshinobu Yamamoto is hurt. Can Clayton Kershaw take his place on fantasy rosters?(15:20) - Kyle Bradish is back on the IL. Do the Orioles make a trade(19:30) - Yimi Garcia elbow inflammation; who closes in Toronto?(23:15) - Anthony Rizzo hurt his wrist; do the Yankees make a trade?(27:00) - Blue Jays
Cavan Biggio Trade Fallout with Dodgers, Strange HR Rate Players + Weekend Streamers
(1:30) – Top Headlines: J.T. Realmuto to undergo knee surgery, Drew Thorpe debuts with White Sox, Dodgers trade for Cavan Biggio, Orioles send Connor Norby down(22:10) - More News & Notes: Masataka Yoshida and Geraldo Perdomo return, Edwin Diaz to be activated Thursday, possible Yariel Rodriguez start for Blue Jays(29:50) – Curious Home Run/Fly Ball Rate players: Austin Riley, Ozzie Albies, Eugeni
Notable MLB Debuts this Week + Top Waiver Wire Adds
(2:15) – Top Headlines: Hurston Waldrep leads notable MLB debuts, Max Meyer’s timeline and Adael Amador called up(28:45) - More News & Notes: Expectations for Max Scherzer, Gerrit Cole and Bobby Miller, Robbie Ray to return in July, Keaton Winn rejoins Giants + more big names back from injury(40:45) – Weekend Winners – Hitters: Heliot Ramos, Jesse Winker, Jeimer Candelario, David Hamilton, J.P. Cr
"Name That Player" trivia based on 2024 MLB stats to date
(5:45) – Which rookie position player leads in FanGraphs in WAR?(9:10) – Which three hitters have more BB than K this season?(19:30) – Name the team who leads MLB in SB.(28:20) – Which pitcher has the lowest xERA this year?(38:30) – MLB has the lowest collective batting average since which season?(49:25) – Name the pitchers who have thrown MLB’s four complete games this year. Hosted by Simplecast
Weekend fantasy baseball headlines, June MLB Team Power Rankings
(1:45) – Top Headlines: Connor Norby called up by Orioles, Gerrit Cole’s first rehab start, Royce Lewis to return from IL(10:50) – More News & Notes: Blake Snell and Jordan Romano banged up again, Spencer Torkelson sent to Triple-A, Rangers Suarez takes comebacker off his hand, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. starts at third base(20:40) – Top 10 Power Rankings + Biggest Risers: Yankees, Phillies, Guardians,
Ronald Acuna Jr. Injury Fallout + Biggest Surprises, Disappointments Entering June
(1:45) – Top Headlines: Ronald Acuna Jr. lost for season, Braves call up Spencer Schwellenbach, Christian Javier, John Means, and Dean Kremer land on IL(15:30) – More News & Notes: Wyatt Langford returns, Joey Loperfido optioned to minors as list of struggling hitting prospects grows, Nathan Eovaldi ramps up for Rangers return, and Kerry Carpenter placed on IL(29:40) – Lessons Learned and Early Se
Buy Low Targets: Corey Seager, Pete Alonso, Pablo Lopez, and others
(2:20) – Eric’s late-night run-in Tuesday + Eric and Scott’s preferred music(5:15) – Top Headlines: Kris Bryant, Tim Anderson, and Chas McCormick return from injury, and Eloy Jimenez back on IL(16:00) – More News & Notes: Johnathan Rodriguez promoted, Ryan Pepiot, Blake Snell, and Dane Dunning back on the hill + Tylor Megill impresses in first start after IL(25:10) – Buy Low Hitters: Corey Seager,
Paul Skenes Shines, Edwin Diaz Demoted + Luis Matos, Alek Manoah among Waiver Wire Targets
(1:55) – Top Headlines: Paul Skenes’ electric start vs Cubs, Edwin Diaz moves out of closer role, Adolis Garcia avoids serious injury(15:45) – More News & Notes: Jorge Soler, Byron Buxton, Dansby Swanson, and Brandon Lowe return + Dodgers call up Miguel Vargas(35:15) – Top Hitting Pick-Ups: Luis Matos, Kevin Pillar, Joey Ortiz, Alec Burleson, Jake Meyers, Luke Raley, and Josh Bell(54:00) – Intrigu
Struggling Hitters: Paul Goldschmidt, Corbin Carroll, and others + Key Injuries
(1:00) – Top Headlines: Rhys Hoskins to IL, Zack Gelof returns, Nolan Jones’ rehab assignment, TJ Friedl and Patrick Bailey sidelined again(17:10) – More News & Notes: Jonathan Aranda, Austin Hays, and Gio Urshela off of IL, Mark Vientos called up(20:00) – Big Name Hitters to Cut or Hold: Paul Goldschmidt, Bo Bichette, George Springer, Corbin Carroll, Gleyber Torres, Spencer Torkelson, and Jackson
Paul Skenes, Robert Gasser Debut + Popular Waiver Wire Names
(1:30) – Tips for contending in leagues after a slow start to the MLB season(7:20) – Top Headlines: Paul Skenes and Robert Gasser debut, Christian Scott and Matt Manning impress(31:30) – More News & Notes: Bryan Woo and Taj Bradley headline multiple SPs back in the rotation, Blake Snell’s timeline, Austin Riley ailing, Dansby Swanson, Ke’Bryan Hayes, and Jung Ho Lee placed on IL(48:30) – Popular W
Willson Contreras Replacements + Revisiting Preseason Predictions
(2:30) – Top Headlines: Willson Contreras suffers bizarre injury, TJ Friedl and Cody Bellinger return, Seiya Suzuki begins rehab assignment(21:45) – More News & Notes: Steven Kwan timeline, latest on Dodgers bullpen, and reaction to Walker Buehler’s first start(39:00) – Revisiting Preseason Predictions: C.J. Abrams, Zach Neto, Tigers starting pitching, Shota Imanaga, Kutter Crawford, Gleyber Torre
Luis Arraez Traded, Walker Buehler Returning + Weekend Winners
(1:45) – Top Headlines: Impact of Luis Arraez traded to Padres, Christian Scott impresses in MLB debut + Trae Turner lands on IL and Steven Kwan sidelined (25:55) – More News & Notes: Joe Musgrove, Nathan Eovaldi, and Evan Phillips land on IL, Walker Buehler, Jake Burger, John Means and more notable players returning from injury(46:00) – Weekend Winners + Losers: Brent Rooker, Abraham Toro, Luis G
Mike Trout Injured + Friends & Family Draft Reaction, Surprises
(1:30) - Top Headlines: Grayson Rodriguez to IL, Mike Trout suffers knee injury, Tyler Black and Jordan Beck called up(17:00) - Initial Yahoo Friends & Family Draft Thoughts: Changes in strategy, Mookie Betts selected 1.01, Elly De La Cruz’s rise, early selection of Corbin Burnes, and Aaron Judge(46:00) - More Draft Impressions: C.J. Abrams and Tyler Glasnow in the 2nd Round, Vladimir Guerrero Jr.
Nolan Jones, Jesus Luzardo and More Key Injuries + Jo Adell Headlines Top Waiver Adds
April 29: Eric Samulski (@SamskiNYC) and Scott Pianowski (@Scott_Pianowski) review the weekend's biggest news and top waiver adds including what to do about injuries to Nolan Jones, Jesus Luzardo, and Craig Kimbrel. They address how the return of Carlos Correa might impact popular waiver adds in Minnesota, and why it's time for people to take a chance on Jo Adell, Garrett Cooper, and Brenton Doyle
Jordan Walker Demoted, Blake Snell Injured + Early Exit Velocity Standouts
(2:19) – Top Headlines: Jordan Walker demoted, Blake Snell to IL, update on Tristan Casas and Merrill Kelly injuries(21:21) – More News & Notes: Cody Bellinger dealing with rib issue, Lance Thomas likely landing on IL, Garret Cole’s timeline, rehab stints for Max Scherzer and Bryan Woo (31:48) – Positive Early Exit Velocity: Jordan Westburg, Matt Chapman, Ryan Mountcastle, Oneil Cruz, Starling Mar
Francisco Alvarez Headlines Key Injuries + Top Waiver Wire Adds
April 22: Eric Samulski (@SamskiNYC) and Scott Pianowski (@scott_pianowski) break down this weekend’s news and top waiver adds. Can you hold onto Francisco Alvarez in all leagues? How worried should you be about Merrill Kelly and Cristian Javier? Why you should believe in Luis Garcia Jr. and Bryan De La Cruz and why it may be time to be concerned about Aaron Nola, Nick Castellanos and more. (4:00)
Jack Leiter Headlines Top Call Ups + Pitcher Whiff Rate Trends
(1:24) – Top Headlines: Jack Leiter back up with the Rangers Thursday, Dodgers call up Kyle Hurt, Landon Knack, and Andy Pages(12:21) – Notable Injuries: Ozzie Albies, Seiya Suzuki, Rafael Devers, Garrett Whitlock, and Tyler Wells(27:09) – Pitchers with increased Whiff%: Reid Detmers, MacKenzie Gore, Bryce Miller, Graham Ashcraft, Clarke Schmidt, Ryan Weathers + notable relievers(49:43) – Relieve
Justin Verlander Nears Return + Popular Waiver Wire Adds/Drops
Eric Samulski (@SamskiNYC) and Scott Pianowski (@scott_pianowski) break down the most recent news and transactions, including Bobby Miller, Carlos Correa, and Jake Burger headed to the IL with Justin Verlander and Jameson Taillon returning. They also break down some of Yahoo formats' most added/dropped players. Is it time to add Michael Busch and Brandon Marsh in more formats? Why didn't MacKenzie
Jackson Holliday Called Up + Early Plate Discipline Trends
(0:45) – Top Headlines: Orioles bring up Jackson Holliday, Nick Pivetta and Chase Silseth land on IL, Yoan Moncada suffers leg injury (21:10) – More News & Notes: Jose Miranda called up, Spencer Arighetti joins Astros as Framber Valdez lands on IL, Mets bring up Jose Butto + more intriguing young arms (33:20) – Improved Plate Discipline: Evan Carter, Christopher Morel, Corbin Carroll, Jazz Chishol
Spencer Strider headlines pitcher injuries + Brendan Donovan and more Waiver Wire adds
Eric Samulski (@SamskiNYC) and Scott Pianowski (@Scott_Pianowski) discuss the recent string of pitching injuries and whether baseball can fix the issue. They then discuss some of the added and dropped players over the weekend. Can Jose Siri and Jose Caballero help fantasy managers in need of speed? Does Michael Busch warrant an add? Are we finally getting the Reid Detmers breakout? What should fan
Josh Jung injured, Early Season Waiver Wire Tips + Key Weekend Series
(4:50) - Top Injuries: Josh Jung fractures wrist, Alek Thomas lands on IL (10:30) - More News & Notes: White Sox sign Mike Clevinger, Dodgers claim Taylor Trammell off waivers, Pirates trade for Joey Bart (19:40) - Key Waiver Wire Rules: Adding 10+ strikeout pitchers, targeting multi-pitch starters, prioritizing early saves and speed players (40:00) - Notable Weekend Series: Lightly-rostered playe
Recapping Opening Weekend Injuries, Standout Early Performers + Waiver Wire adds
(2:00) Breaking down some of the early injuries to notable players such as Royce Lewis, Justin Steele, Eloy Jimenez, Sean Murphy and DJ LeMahieu(29:00) Standout Performers - Esteury Ruiz, Anthony Volpe, Bryce Turang, CJ Abrams, Lourdes Gurriel, Michael Conforto, Mitch Haniger (46:00) Pitchers who caught our eye – Bobby Miller, Tanner Hauck, Zach Gallen, Jack Flaherty, Garret Crochet and more. (1:0
Big Bold Predictions For This Season + Latest Player News
2:11 - Player news: McLain surgery, Sewald starting on the IL, Montgomery to the D-backs15:45 – Pitcher Big Bold Predictions17:05 - Yankees have a losing record19:35 - DL Hall finishes as a Top-40 starting pitcher22:11 - Two Mariners Cy Young candidates23:47 - The Tigers have 5 SP in the Top-70 starting pitchers, Win AL Central29:20 - Logan Webb wins 20 games31:57 - Shota Imanaga has a better fant
Early Season Strategy + Players to Watch
3:56 Concern level with Kevin Gausman starting today, might not miss a start.9:25 Jordan Romano has no more inflammation but will be delayed. Worried?13:20 Jared Jones has made the Pirates rotation. Where would you draft him?16:19 Max Meyer will start in the rotation. Can he outlast others when Garrett/Eury return?21:49 Colton Cowser makes the Orioles. Can he push Austin Hays?27:20 TJ Friedl will
2024 Win Totals, MVP, Cy Young + More Futures Bets
(4:30) – AL East: Red Sox, Orioles, Rays and Yankees win total + Orioles to win the AL(17:30) – AL Central: Guardians and Tigers to win the Division, White Sox win total + fewest regular season wins(31:00) – AL West: Athletics win total, A’s vs Angels to finish last in the Division(37:15) – NL East: Marlins win total(39:10) – NL Central: Cubs, Brewers, and Pirates win total(47:05) – NL West: Rocki
Spring Training Risers/Fallers: A.J. Puk, Wyatt Langford, Mike Trout + more
(1:00) – Why Spring Training can provide signal for player trends during the regular season(4:00) – Top Headlines: Reynaldo Lopez wins rotation spot with Braves, Aaron Judge’s oblique ailment, troubling Gerrit Cole news + Eury Perez, Josh Lowe, and TJ Friedl injury fallout(30:45) – Spring Training Risers: A.J. Puk, Shota Imanaga, Seiya Suzuki, Wyatt Langford, Reese Olson, Matt Manning, Victor Scot
2024 Rotoworld Mock Draft
(1:25) - Setting up the Mock Draft order and roster settings(3:00) - Rounds 1-4 (with @ConnorJRogers and @scott_pianowski): Draft positions for Spencer Strider, Corbin Carroll, Aaron Judge, Corbin Burnes, Michael Harris, Bo Bichette, and SP options in the 4th Round(27:30) - Rounds 5-8 (with @RotoPat and @BCB_Sara): Analyzing Nico Hoerner, Josh Hader, Aaron Nola, Oneil Cruz, Cole Ragans, and Xander
2024 Closer Preview
(1:00) – Draft strategy with Relief Pitchers, overview of Closers entering the season, injuries to Devin Williams, Eric Bednar, and Kenley Jensen, intrigue with the Angels and White Sox bullpen(24:40) – Closer Rankings #20-11: Tanner Scott, Adbert Alzolay, Craig Kimbrell, and Alexis Diaz(37:00) – Closer Rankings #10-1: Andres Munoz, Paul Sewald, Josh Hader, and Raisel Iglasias(56:00) – Other non-c
2024 Starting Pitcher Preview, Pt. 2: Top-20 Players
(2:53) – The latest on starting pitcher injuries heading into the 2024 season, including updates on Lucas Giolito, Sonny Gray, Kevin Gausman, and Justin Verlander(14:07) – Starting Pitcher Rankings #20-11: Properly ranking Aaron Nola, expectations for Tyler Glasnow, Bobby Miller, and Grayson Rodriguez(43:28) – Starting Pitcher Rankings #10-1: Differences on Framber Valdez, Pablo Lopez’s capabiliti
2024 Starting Pitcher Preview, Pt. 1
(1:00) – Overview of Starting Pitcher entering the 2024 season, draft strategy, and “floor vs ceiling” philosophy pending league size and settings(23:20) – Starting Pitcher Rankings #40-31: Justin Verlander, Jordan Montgomery, Bailey Ober, Chris Bassitt, and Shota Imanaga(49:00) – Starting Pitcher Rankings #30-21: Difficulty ranking Blake Snell(1:00:45) – Other names to monitor: Hunter Brown, Bran
2024 Outfield Preview, Pt. 2: Top-20 Players
(1:10) – Big-picture look at the top-tier OFs entering 2024, including Cody Bellinger re-signing with the Cubs and Juan Soto in Pinstripes(14:00) – Outfield Rankings #20-13: Jazz Chisholm, Mike Trout, Bryan Reynolds, Kyle Schwarber, Nolan Jones, and Cody Bellinger(39:30) – Outfield Rankings: #12-1: Randy Arozarena, Adolis Garcia, Yordan Alvarez, Aaron Judge, Fernando Tatis Jr., and Corbin Carroll
2024 Outfield Preview, Pt. 1
February 26, Outfield Part 1: Eric (@samskiNYC) and Scott (@scott_pianowski) continue the show's annual position preview series with a look at their outfielders ranked 21-40 for 2024 fantasy baseball drafts. Where are they drafting rookies Jackson Chourio and Wyatt Langford? Will we see a Riley Greene or Jordan Walker post-hype breakout? Is Ian Happ underrated and is Nick Castellanos in for battin
2024 3rd Base Preview
(0:50) – Surveying 3rd Base entering the year, including notable names in different places and Matt Chapman currently on the open market(10:45) – 3rd Base Rankings #20-13: Ke’Bryan Hayes and Alec Bohm(26:20) – 3rd Base Rankings #12-1: Ha-Seong Kim, Alex Bregman, Manny Machado, Royce Lewis and Austin Riley(46:00) – Other names of interest: Eugenio Suarez, Colt Keith, Maikel Garcia, Noelvi Marte and
2024 Shortstop Preview
(1:00) – Overview of Shortstop entering 2024, key players on new teams and current free agents(19:10) – Shortstop Rankings #20-13: Trevor Story, Anthony Volpe, Thairo Estrada, Ezequiel Tovar and Jeremy Pena(40:00) – Shortstop Rankings #12-1: Elly De La Cruz, Oneil Cruz, CJ Abrams, Corey Seager and Bo Bichette(57:30) – Other players to monitor: J.P. Crawford, Vaughn Grissom, Zach Neto and Geraldo P
2024 Catcher Preview
(2:15) - Overall view of Catcher entering the season, draft strategy in 1 vs 2 Catcher leagues, notable names on different teams and Spring Training competitions(28:20) - Catcher Rankings #20-13: Danny Jansen, Shea Langeliers, Luis Campusano, Bo Naylor and Keibert Ruiz(44:00) - Catcher Rankings #12-1: Salvador Perez, Willson Contreras, J.T. Realmuto and Adley Rutschman(1:06:50) - Other intriguing
2024 2nd Base Preview
(1:45) – Overall state of 2nd Base entering 2024, key players on new teams and top free agents (19:30) – 2nd Baseman Rankings #20-13: Brandon Drury, Luis Rengifo, Nolan Gorman and Tommy Edman (38:20) – 2nd Baseman Rankings #12-1: Luis Arraez, Andres Gimenez, Thairo Estrada, Matt McLain and Marcus Semien (53:35) – Intriguing players to monitor: Vaughn Grissom, Gavin Lux, Davis Schneider and Cavan B
2024 First Base Preview
(2:00) – Overall state of 1st Base entering 2024, key players on new teams and current free agents(8:15) – 1st Basemen Rankings #20-13: Spencer Steer, Spencer Torkelson, Justin Turner and Jeimer Candelario(26:50) – 1st Basemen Rankings #12-1: Yandy Diaz, Vinnie Pasquantino, Cody Bellinger, Paul Goldschmidt, Vladimir Guerrero Jr.(55:30) – Intriguing young players to monitor Hosted by Simplecast, an
Shohei Ohtani signs 10-year, $700 million deal with Dodgers
(1:00) - Initial reaction to the Dodgers landing Shohei Ohtani after visiting with the Blue Jays(6:20) - Breaking down Ohtani's 10-year, $700 million deal(11:00) - Ranking Ohtani for the 2024 season(20:15) - Will the Blue Jays target Cody Bellinger in free agency?(26:30) - Analyzing what is next for the Angels Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our
MLB Winter Meetings recap: Soto to Yankees, E-Rod to D-Backs, Kimbrel to Orioles, more!
(1:00) – Winter Meetings Takeaways: Latest Shohei Ohtani and Yoshinobu Yamamoto reports and potential impact on the market(14:30) – Impressions of Juan Soto to the Yankees and Michael King’s outlook in San Diego(28:50) – National League Deals: Eduardo Rodriguez to the Diamondbacks, Jeimer Candelario and Reds agree to multi-year deal(41:45) – Rating the Orioles signing of Craig Kimbrel and the Brav
MLB Offseason Preview: Top free agents and storylines to watch
(1:30) – Guardians and Cubs switch managers + openings with the Angels, Astros and Padres(11:20) – Notable hitters entering free agency: Cody Bellinger, Matt Chapman and Justin Turner(16:00) – Will Shohei Ohtani command the biggest contract in MLB history?(22:15) – Getting to know Yoshinobu Yamamoto(28:00) – Players who could be traded this offseason: Juan Soto, Paul Goldschmidt, Luis Robert and E
Early 2024 Fantasy Baseball Mock Draft Analysis
(3:00) – Impression of the Rangers jumping out to a 2-1 World Series lead over the Diamondbacks(6:30) – Spencer Strider vs Gerrit Cole as the top SP off the board in drafts + targeting Spencer Torkelson and Royce Lewis(15:00) – Examining options and draft strategies at Catcher (20:15) – How high could Tarik Skubal and Bobby Miller climb among the top pitchers in 2024?(30:15) – Interesting trends i
Previewing Diamondbacks/Rangers World Series; early 2024 fantasy mock draft
(00:00) – Setting the stage for Rangers vs Diamondbacks(16:00) – Analyzing the Offenses(19:30) – Breaking down the bullpens(23:50) – World Series Predictions(26:05) – Recapping the early rounds of 2024 Rotoworld Friends and Family Mock Draft Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com
Extremely early top-20 fantasy starting pitcher rankings for 2024
(0:45) – Rangers vs Astros ALCS takeaways(6:30) – Phillies vs Diamondbacks NLCS impressions(11:40) – SP #1-10: Gerrit Cole and Spencer Strider as the top two options + Kevin Gausman, Corbin Burnes, Zack Wheeler, Tyler Glasnow, Max Fried and Pablo Lopez(26:20) – SP #11-20: Walker Buehler, Tarik Skubal, Grayson Rodriguez, Logan Gilbert and the absence of Blake Snell in our Top 20(47:45) – Pitchers t
Early postseason takes; State of fantasy baseball after 2023 regular season
(0:35) – Postseason impressions: Wild Card Round concludes quickly, Braves vs Phillies in the NLDS(7:00) – Impact of new rules on the 2023 season: Stolen bases, batting average, ERA, runs and home runs on the rise(27:00) – How much are we buying a spike in saves this season?(42:00) – Examining if there is a correlation between the pitch clock and SP injuries + draft strategy for next year Hosted
2023 MLB Postseason Preview; Wild Card series picks, World Series odds
(04:00) – #4 Rays vs #5 Rangers(11:30) – #3 Twins vs #6 Blue Jays(20:30) – #3 Brewers vs #6 Diamondbacks(30:30) – #4 Phillies vs #5 Marlins(39:00) – Analyzing World Series odds, including the Astros and Dodgers(51:30) – How vulnerable are the Braves?(56:00) – World Series predictions Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of pers
D.J. and Eric's Fantasy Baseball Awards for 2023
(2:50) – Ronald Acuna Jr. as the hands-down fantasy MVP this season(5:45) – Least Valuable Players: Tim Anderson, Jake McCarthy(8:15) – Fantasy Cy Young Award winners + disappointments: Blake Snell, Zach Eflin + Alek Manoah, Aaron Nola(15:20) – Most Improved Hitters + Pitchers: Josh Lowe, Spencer Steer + Kyle Bradish, Adbert Alzolay(22:30) – “The Icarus Award”: Elly De La Cruz, Mitch Keller(29:00)
Favorable matchups/streamers; intro to Sawyer Gipson-Long, add Twins hitters
(04:40) – Biggest pieces of advice for streaming players during the last weeks of the season(09:00) – Analyzing prospect Sawyer Gipson-Long(13:10) – Pitching staffs and pitchers to target: Braves and Cubs + Lucas Giolito, Wade Miley, Ranger Suarez and Griffin Canning(27:00) – Offenses and hitters of intrigue: Brewers and Twins + Seth Brown, Ryan Noda, Kris Bryant and Wilyer Abreu Hosted by Simplec
Early 2024 Fantasy Baseball Mock Draft analysis
(01:00) – Is the Mets/Jets fandom the most tortured in sports?(10:00) – Breaking down Bobby Witt Jr. going 1.04, Spencer Strider 1.05 overall and Jose Ramirez 1.05(16:!5) – Analyzing Fernando Tatis at 1.10, Juan Soto at 1.11 and Freddie Freeman 1.12(20:40) – Is Shohei Ohtani a reach or steal in the 2nd round?(27:20) – Framber Valdez, Kevin Gausman, Tyler Glasnow and Corbin Burnes as 3rd round sele
2023 Fantasy Baseball Disappointments
(03:30) – Why Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and Dylan Cease fell short of high expectations(19:30) – Analyzing Sandy Alcantara and Aaron Nola taking a step back in 2023(30:30) – What lead to Tyler O’Neill’s subpar season?(36:40) – Breaking down Andres Gimenez and Matt Chapman struggles at the plate(45:00) – Who should be the #3 and #4 overall pick behind Ronald Acuna and Julio Rodriguez in drafts next yea
2023 fantasy baseball surprises/outlooks for 2024; waiver wire pickups
(03:30) – Bullpen’s in Flux: Felix Bautista’s UCL injury in Baltimore and Tanner Scott’s emergence in Miami(08:45) – Analyzing breakout seasons from Adolis Garcia and Bryson Stott(14:15) – Examining Cody Bellinger’s dramatic turnaround and potential next contract(22:30) – More notable surprising seasons at the plate: Justin Turner, Ha-Seong Kim, Lane Thomas and Jorge Soler(41:30) – Pitcher who out
Talking 2023 MLB season trivia with "Name That Player!"
(8:14) – Which relief pitcher has the highest strikeout percentage in the Majors?(10:44) – Can Mookie Betts or Freddie Freeman nudge Ronald Acuña Jr. in the NL MVP race?(16:04) – Which player leads the AL in multi-hit games?(21:13) – Which qualified pitcher has the lowest ERA in the second half?(25:39) – Who leads the Majors in stolen bases in the second half?(27:56) – Which starting pitcher is Ge
Targeting vulnerable teams in fantasy baseball; weekend FAB/waiver pickups
(05:30) – Why the Rockies are team to attack in multiple ways(07:30) – Struggling offenses to stream pitchers against: A’s, Giants, Angels, Guardians and Reds(14:00) – Start or sit: Matthew Liberatore and Johan Oviedo(19:45) – Pitching staffs to attack: Diamondbacks and Yankees(23:00) – Weekend FAB: Cade Marlowe, Roman Laureano, Emerson Hancock, Nick Lodolo, Trevor Story and Royce Lewis(40:30) – M
Who we're "breaking up with" in fantasy baseball; Weekend FAB and waiver pickups
(04:45) – Why Josh Naylor’s strained oblique makes it hard to keep him rostered(08:15) – Analyzing a down year from Carlos Correa and Seiya Suzuki(13:10) – Breaking down Mitch Keller’s troubling recent trends(21:00) – Willy Adames as a drop candidate due to the depth at SS(26:00) – Notable weekend FAB: Davis Schneider, Brice Turang, Curtis Mead, Austin Cox, Seranthony Dominguez, Luis Medina and mo
