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Episode 748- Hot Stove!Host: Justin Mason @JustinMasonFWFBCo-Host: Dave McDonald @RunDMCDGuest: Sam Wirsching of the Dynasty Guru @SamFBB1Justin Mason and Dave McDonald are joined by Sam Wirsching of the Dynasty Guru to discuss all the MLB moves this offseason!NewsAaron Judge and Anthony Rizzo back with the YankeesTrea Turner to the PhilliesTaijuan Walker signs with the PhilliesEdwin Diaz and Brandon Nimmo resigns with the MetsJustin Verlander to the MetsJose Quintana signs with the MetsKoudai Senga signs with the MetsXander Bogaerts to the PadresHunter Renfroe traded to the AngelsTyler Anderson signs with the AngelsCarlos Estevez signs with the AngelsJose Abreu to the AstrosClayton Kershaw resigns with the DodgersWillson Contreras signs with the CardinalsCody Bellinger signs with the CubsJamesion Taillon signs with the CubsJace Peterson signs with the A'sMartin Perez resigns with the RangersJacob deGrom signs with the RangersAndrew Heaney signs with the Rangers Josh Bell signs with the GuardiansKyle Gibson signs with the OriolesZach Eflin signs with the RaysKenley Jansen signs with the Red SoxMastaska Yoshida signs with the Red SoxCarlos Santana signs with the PiratesJoc Pederson resigns with the GiantsMitch Haniger signs with the GiantsSean Manaea signs with the GiantsMike Clevinger signs with the White SoxJeimer Candelario signs with the Nationals. Chris Bassitt to the Blue JaysTeoscar Hernandez traded to the MarinersJesse Winker and Abraham Toro traded to the Brewers/Kolten Wong to the MarinersSean Murphy traded to the Braves/William Contreras to the Brewers/Estuary Ruiz and Kyle Muller to the A's

Episode 746- Stretch Run Strategies!Host: Justin Mason @JustinMasonFWFBCo-Host: Dave McDonald @RunDMCDNewsHere comes the late-season shoulder injury epidemicEovaldi to IL (shoulder/neck)Ashby to IL (shoulder)Vinnie P shoulder injuryEffross to IL (shoulder)Holmes returning soon - back to closing?Treinen on rehab assignment (shoulder) returning Sep 2Kimbrel may not be sole closer anymoreSeranthony to IL (triceps) - Robertson back to closing?Junis avoided major injury - could make next start SundayCody Morris dominating in minors since coming off ILReturn as reliever? Spot starts maybeKopech hamstring injury - got destroyed todayLuis Garcia (MI) set for rehab assignment tomorrow - returning Friday?Bryce Harper beginning rehab assignment tomorrow - back next weekKyle Hendricks done for the seasonKershaw 3 inning sim game - will return without rehab assignmentOber, Maeda, Grayson Rodriguez facing hitters this weekAlzolay beginning rehab assignmentOhtani stomach bug on track to make next start, hopefully return soonLooks like Laureano coming back around when he's eligible (oblique)Bohm leaves with undisclosed injuryDomingo German leaves start with calf injuryByron Buxton exits with hip injury (shock!)TopicsManaging with 6.5 weeks leftStill lots of time to make a big move in the standingsHave enough FAAB for final stretch - HUGELook into standings and figure out where you can move up (and down as well) the most and target those categoriesBe realistic - passing someone in SV with 20 more than you aint happening outside of extenuating circumstancesStudy your opponents' rosters and see where you can make up groundDid they lose a closer? Big injury recently? Big pick-up on Sunday?Lineups of teams out of playoff contentionSitting vets more/Giving more time to young guysEspecially with September call-upsLook at MarlinsStack lineup w/ players on playoff teamsStart pitchers vs bad non-contending teams because in Sep they're often VERY BAD. Lots of Wins to accumulateLook at SP schedules/drop guys with brutal schedulesLook for young players on non contenders who could be getting additional opportunities in SepShutting down SPs reaching IP limits on non-playoff teamsTime to micro-manageTake advantage of every single little thing you canAdd extra hitters to give yourself optionsPlay Splits, Maximize ABs, play hot hitters, sit/drop cold playersIf guys go to IL, drop them in most circumstancesIf someone is coming back in mid-September, move on - especially pitchers (need to ramp up, etc)Production NOW over potential production laterEARTH updateGLARF still on top4 points separates top 6 teams vying for 1stI'm down to $5 in FAABBARF still sucks but actually had a (very slight) rebound last weekNERF still 2ndSLARF/TARF still battling for 3rdRay Butler down to 3rd stillJeff Erickson still 1stRyan Venancio still 2nd

Episode 743- Strategy, Stashes and More!Host: Justin Mason @JustinMasonFWFBCo-Host: Dave McDonald @RunDMCDNewsLuis Robert still out - wristLaureano hurt - sideSchwarber still out calfCarrasco obliqueJonathan India scratchedDJLM still out, getting MRI on toeReturning Rays: Margot, Harold Ramirez, WanderBuehler surgery done for the yearTatis done for the year PEDsChris Sale broken wrist riding bikeSpringer backCJ Abrams recalledChris Woodward firedTopicsSetting lineupsHitters: Maximizing Volume vs Using Intuition# of games in week or half-weekMatchupsPlatoon splitsRighty/LeftyHome/AwayQuality of pitchersPlaying timeEx: Sal Perez plays 7/7 games; Dozier 5/7ishHitter metricsOverall vs recent productionPitchers: 2x SP vs better 1x SP1 good 1 bad start1 good 1 mediocre startMatchupsSP splits Home/AwayOpposing Offense splits wRC+Righty/LeftyHome/AwayLast 14 daysEARTH updateGLARF still on topBARF still sucks (outside of Sammy Reid)NERF up to 2ndSLARF/TARF battling for 3rdRay Butler down to 3rd!Jeff Erickson 1stRyan Venancio 2nd

Episode 743- Strategy, Stashes and More!Host: Justin Mason @JustinMasonFWFBCo-Host: Dave McDonald @RunDMCDTopicsTrades!Andrew Benintendi to the YankeesTyler Naquin and Phillip Diehl to the MetsDavid Peralta to the RaysLuis Castillo to the MarinersEdmundo Sosa to the PhilliesChris Martin to the DodgersZach McKinstry to the CubsJose Siri and Garrett Cleavinger to the RaysJosh Hader to the PadresTaylor Rodgers, Esteury Ruiz, Dinelson Lamet, and Robert Gasser to the BrewersScott Efross to the YankeesFrankie Montas and Lou Trivino to the YankeesLuke Weaver to the RoyalsEmmanuel Rivera to the DiamondbacksTrey Mancini to the AstrosChristian Vazquez to the AstrosJake Odorizzi to the Braves for Will SmithTommy Pham to the Red SoxReese McGuire to the Red SoxJake Diekman to the White SoxJose Quintana and Chris Stratton to the CardinalsRobbie Grossman to the BravesEver thought of trying out NFBC? Come play with the big boys and help out the podcast!NFBC - 150 Draft Championshttps://nfc.shgn.com/landing/338NFBC - Cutline ChampionshipWebsite https://nfc.shgn.com/landing/339NFBC - Main EventWebsite https://nfc.shgn.com/landing/340NFBC - 350 Rotowire Online Championshiphttps://nfc.shgn.com/landing/341

Episode 743- Strategy, Stashes and More!Host: Justin Mason @JustinMasonFWFBCo-Host: Dave McDonald @RunDMCDNewsMike Trout to IL - rib inflammation not back spasmsChris Sale broken finger - season mostly overHarold Ramirez broken thumbYordan Alvarez right hand inflammationFrankie Montas (shoulder) may start ThursdayDaniel Lynch back on IL with blisterKyle Lewis may return FridayRodon blood blister and split nailBrandon Crawford IL knee inflammationMLB Draft Sun-TuesTopicsFocus on volume/matchups w/ hitting in the short week5 Games:NYY (mostly righties)Matt Carpenter 254 wRC+HOU (mostly lefties)Chas McCormick 179 wRC+OAK (mostly righties)4 Games:CLE (mostly righties)Josh Naylor 155 wRC+SF (mostly lefties)Austin Slater 153 wRC+Darin Ruf 155 wRC+Thairo Estrada 141 wRC+David Villar 359 wRC+ (small sample)Yermin Mercedes 127 wRC+ (small sample) C eligibility?Evan Longoria career 132 wRC+Wilmer Flores career 118 wRC+MIA (mostly righties)Garrett Cooper 136 wRC+Nick Fortes 143 wRC+TEX (mostly righties)Leody Taveras 131 wRC+CWS (mostly righties)Andrew Vaughn 128 wRC+Seby Zavala 141 wRC+LAD (mostly lefties)GABP 111 PF: STL/CIN 3 gamesFenway 109 PF: BOS/TOR 3 gamesDodger Stadium 125 HR PF: SF/LAD 4 gamesGuaranteed Rate Field 125 HR PF: CWS/CLE 4 gamesSP StreamersM. Pineda OAK 71 wRC+ vs R / 67 wRC+ HomeS. Howard OAK 71 wRC+ vs R / 67 wRC+ HomeD. Bundy DET 68 wRC+ vs RC. Archer DET 68 wRC+ vs RC. Irvin DET 65 wRC+ AwayJ. Quintana MIA 74 wRC+ vs LStashesDomingo German - back soonAndrew Heaney - back soonJean Segura - could be back end of July/early AugustJesus Luzardo - on rehab/could be back end of July/early AugustEdward Cabrera - on rehab/could be back end of July/early AugustBailey Ober - mid August?Tylor Megill - mid August?Roansy Contreras/George KirbyCloser StashesFelix BautistaJoe MantiplyScott Effross/Chris MartinOthers?What draft strategy did you come in with and how is it working out?Early closers or wait?Focus on pitching or hitting (or balanced) early?Fading speed or power?Lottery tickets or production with late picks?Fading injuries?EARTH updateGLARF still on topBARF still sucks (outside of Sammy Reid)SLARF up to 2ndRay Butler still leadingJeff Erickson up to 3rdEver thought of trying out NFBC? Come play with the big boys and help out the podcast!NFBC - 150 Draft Championshttps://nfc.shgn.com/landing/338NFBC - Cutline ChampionshipWebsite https://nfc.shgn.com/landing/339NFBC - Main EventWebsite https://nfc.shgn.com/landing/340NFBC - 350 Rotowire Online Championshiphttps://nfc.shgn.com/landing/341

Episode 742- Hot Hitters Heading Into The BreakHost: Justin Mason @JustinMasonFWFBCo-Host: Dave McDonald @RunDMCDNewsWander Franco has a broken hamateBryan Reynolds to the ILWhit Merrifield to the IL after playing 553 consecutive gamesEsteury Ruiz added to the taxi squadNathan Eovaldi to return this weekend vs NYYKenley Jansen - returning Wednesday?TopicsHow do you evaluate your team at the break? Is it time to give up on struggling leagues? When do you punt on winning an overall? When do you punt on a category? Hot Hitters Heading Into the BreakCarlos SantanaMatt CarpenterAaron HicksGavin SheetsAlec Bohm (hurt finger today)Jonathan SchoopWilmer Flores#1 overall pick in 2023? J-Rod, Ohtani, JRam, Trea, Acuna, Betts, Judge, other?EARTH updateGLARF still on topBARF still sucks (outside of Sammy Reid)SLARF up to 2ndRay Butler still leadingWere you Dr. Dave?Ever thought of trying out NFBC? Come play with the big boys and help out the podcast!NFBC - 150 Draft Championshttps://nfc.shgn.com/landing/338NFBC - Cutline ChampionshipWebsite https://nfc.shgn.com/landing/339NFBC - Main EventWebsite https://nfc.shgn.com/landing/340NFBC - 350 Rotowire Online Championshiphttps://nfc.shgn.com/landing/341

Episode 741- Speaking British with Roto TrixHost: Justin Mason @JustinMasonFWFBCo-Host: Dave McDonald @RunDMCDGuest: Ryan Owen of the Roto Brits Podcast @RotoTrixNewsHarper has a fractured thumbDaniel Hudson tears ACLSal Perez tears thumb UCLAroldis back this week - closingTopicsFantasy Baseball in England?How popular is baseball in England?How popular is fantasy baseball?How do you guys watch games with the time differences?How much more difficult is lineup setting and FAAB?No matter how long you've played for, you're still always constantly learning. What's one lesson you've learned this season so far? Who is one guy you got right and one guy you got wrong this year?Is it time to pick up?Edward OliverasJarren DuranTyler WellsVinnie Pasquantino called (Breaking News)Esteury RuizIsaac ParedesLuis PatinoJake MyersEver thought of trying out NFBC? Come play with the big boys and help out the podcast!NFBC - 150 Draft Championshttps://nfc.shgn.com/landing/338NFBC - Cutline ChampionshipWebsite https://nfc.shgn.com/landing/339NFBC - Main EventWebsite https://nfc.shgn.com/landing/340NFBC - 350 Rotowire Online Championshiphttps://nfc.shgn.com/landing/341

Episode 740- June SwoonsHost: Justin Mason @JustinMasonFWFBCo-Host: Dave McDonald @RunDMCDNewsO'Neil Cruz called up - lighting up StatcastThe hardest throw by an infielder in @MLB this year (96.7 mph)The hardest hit ball of the year by a Pirate (112.9)The 3 fastest sprint speeds of the year by a Pirate (31.5, 30.7, 30.3)Josh Lowe recalledJeter Downs called upMookie Betts to the ILTyler O'Neill to ILYepez getting another chance to startAshby and Eovaldi to IL “he's fine… he's fine… IL”Manny Machado hurtCJ Abrams recalled - starting tonightAroldis Chapman throwing to live hitters tomorrow - likely back within a weekWill he regain his closer role? Some dropped him in big leaguesMargot out with knee sprain - “will miss significant time”TopicsJune SwoonsMyles Straw -1wRC+Daulton Varsho 33 wRC+Cesar Hernandez 42 wRC+Andrew Benintendi 46 wRC+Justin Turner 47 wRC+Eric Lauer 6.75 ERAJose Urquidy 5.51 ERAFrankie Montas 4.76 ERATarik Skubal 4.70 ERAChris Bassitt 4.94 ERAEver thought of trying out NFBC? Come play with the big boys and help out the podcast!NFBC - 150 Draft Championshttps://nfc.shgn.com/landing/338NFBC - Cutline ChampionshipWebsite https://nfc.shgn.com/landing/339NFBC - Main EventWebsite https://nfc.shgn.com/landing/340NFBC - 350 Rotowire Online Championshiphttps://nfc.shgn.com/landing/341

Episode 739- Are We Worried?Host: Justin Mason @JustinMasonFWFBCo-Host: Dave McDonald @RunDMCDNewsTravis Swaggerty called upStrasburg almost backTaylor Ward to the IL; Jo Adell backLance Lynn has one more rehab start leftJack Flaherty looked great in rehab gameTylor Megill returning this weekend vs AngelsJarren Duran sent right back downBailey Ober to ILNeuse sent downRiley Greene up soonVinnie P ever getting called-up?TopicsAre We Worried? Javier BaezJorge MateoYasmani GrandalMyles StrawByron BuxtonNick CastellanosChristian YelichSteven KwanCedric MullinsTeoscar HernandezWhich teams should you stream against/avoidAlways Avoid: NYYAlways Target: DETSTL 128 wRC+ vs LARZ 73 wRC+ vs LMIA 75 wRC+ vs LSD 86 wRC+ vs RCWS 82 wRC+ vs ROAK 73 wRC+ vs RDET 70 wRC+ vs RSEA 134 wRC+ at HomeCWS 82 wRC+ at HomeWAS 112 wRC+ AwayEARTH updateGLARF vs BARFRIP Dr. Dave?Ever thought of trying out NFBC? Come play with the big boys and help out the podcast!NFBC - 150 Draft Championshttps://nfc.shgn.com/landing/338NFBC - Cutline ChampionshipWebsite https://nfc.shgn.com/landing/339NFBC - Main EventWebsite https://nfc.shgn.com/landing/340NFBC - 350 Rotowire Online Championshiphttps://nfc.shgn.com/landing/341

Episode 738- May Standout PitchersHost: Justin Mason @JustinMasonFWFBCo-Host: Dave McDonald @RunDMCDGuest: Eric Samulski @SamskiNYCNewsJesus Luzardo to the IL with forearm strainTommy LaStella returningAustin Meadows and Victor Reyes head to the ILClayton Kershaw to the IL - pelvisTylor Megill to the IL biceps tendonitisOdorizzi hurts leg (achilles?)Spencer Strider is/is not a starterLucas Giolito back tomorrowJordan Romano unavailable - medical staff checking him outWilly Adames ankle injury Brandon Lowe to the IL. TopicsMay Pitching StandoutsNick Pivetta Tarik SkubalMartin PerezZach DaviesMichael KopechDrew RassmussenPaul BlackburnNestor CortesDaniel Lynch Ever thought of trying out NFBC? Come play with the big boys and help out the podcast!NFBC - 150 Draft Championshttps://nfc.shgn.com/landing/338NFBC - Cutline ChampionshipWebsite https://nfc.shgn.com/landing/339NFBC - Main EventWebsite https://nfc.shgn.com/landing/340NFBC - 350 Rotowire Online Championshiphttps://nfc.shgn.com/landing/341

Episode 737- EARTH UpdateHost: Justin Mason @JustinMasonFWFBCo-Host: Dave McDonald @RunDMCDNewsDylan Floro to be activated off the IL (velo still down though)Schwindel sent down and recalled Monday - what is going on here?David Robertson to the COVID ILMike Moustakas to COVID ILLuis Castillo returnsYoan Moncada returnsAkil Baddoo optionedCorrea finger not broken - Royce Lewis going to be sent back down?Olivares IL - quad… will Isbel get run?Belt and Wade back, Longoria returning this week for Giants - logjam?Chris Taylor injures knee MondayMargot and Suzuki leg injuriesTaylor Ward hamstring - absent MondayJosh Naylor 2 homers 8 RBI MondayLance Lynn and Chris Sale not expected back until JuneCody Bellinger sucks again! So much for the victory lappersCamden taking away HRsTopicsFAABapoolza #1Jose MirandaJuan YepezRoyce LewisEdward OlivaresBrandon DruryJarren DuranBryson StottYadiel HernandezJosh WinderSpencer StriderTyler WellsGeorge Kirby Alek Thomas EARTH UpdateStandings sheetNewcomer TARF in 1stBARF and GLARFGovier in 1st!Where are Dave and Justin?Ever thought of trying out NFBC? Come play with the big boys and help out the podcast!NFBC - 150 Draft Championshttps://nfc.shgn.com/landing/338NFBC - Cutline ChampionshipWebsite https://nfc.shgn.com/landing/339NFBC - Main EventWebsite https://nfc.shgn.com/landing/340NFBC - 350 Rotowire Online Championshiphttps://nfc.shgn.com/landing/341

Episode 736- Bad Baseball PlayersHost: Justin Mason @JustinMasonFWFBCo-Host: Dave McDonald @RunDMCDGuest- Michael Waterloo @MichaelWaterlooNewsLuis Urias is back!Ohtani dealing with a groin issueRobinson Cano DFA'dMJ Melendez debuts!Jose Miranda debutsJosh Lowe optionedMondesi done for the seasonEloy out for a whileHaniger out 4-6 weeksTopicsMoving into May!When do you start worrying about the standings?How soon is too soon to give up on higher draft picks?How are you adjusting with a deadened ball?How worried should we be on these hitters:Franmil ReyesJonathan SchoopWhit MerrifieldBobby DalbecMarcus SemienNelson CruzJoey VottoDylan CarlsonKolten WongAdam DuvallTyler O'NeillAmed RosarioJoin our Discord Community at: https://t.co/MtkLkNW7VD?amp=1Intro and Outro music: By Lawr MichaelsWatch the replay: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oZzgAjjuqZMEver thought of trying out NFBC? Come play with the big boys and help out the podcast!NFBC - 150 Draft Championshttps://nfc.shgn.com/landing/338NFBC - Cutline ChampionshipWebsite https://nfc.shgn.com/landing/339NFBC - Main EventWebsite https://nfc.shgn.com/landing/340NFBC - 350 Rotowire Online Championshiphttps://nfc.shgn.com/landing/341

Episode 735- Shitty StealsHost: Justin Mason @JustinMasonFWFBCo-Host: Dave McDonald @RunDMCDGuest- Lauren Auerbach @LKAuerbachTopics: NewsLucas Giolito has an oblique injuryLuis Patino leaves with an oblique injuryZac Gallen scratchedBlake Snell has a groin injuryDanny Jansen to the IL with an oblique injuryTopicsDARF (and other leagues)Are we worried about…Julio UriasJo AdellGleyber TorresAkil BaddooThe Royals Closing situationThe Giants Closing situationThe Red Sox closing situationThe Reds closing situationAre we buying…Steven KwanJowe LoweOscar MercadoJorge MateoHeliot RamosTylor MegillJoin our Discord Community at: https://t.co/MtkLkNW7VD?amp=1Intro and Outro music: By Lawr MichaelsWatch the replay: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oZzgAjjuqZMEver thought of trying out NFBC? Come play with the big boys and help out the podcast!NFBC - 150 Draft Championshttps://nfc.shgn.com/landing/338NFBC - Cutline ChampionshipWebsite https://nfc.shgn.com/landing/339NFBC - Main EventWebsite https://nfc.shgn.com/landing/340NFBC - 350 Rotowire Online Championshiphttps://nfc.shgn.com/landing/341

Episode 734- Season Preview!Host: Justin Mason @JustinMasonFWFBGuest- Dylan White of Prospects Live @The__ArrivalTopics: Dylan White of Prospects Live joins the show to discuss news, early season process and give his predictions on the upcoming season!NewsAustin Meadows traded to the Tigers for Issac ParadesBobby Witt makes the RoyalsSpencer Torkelson makes the TigersRiley Greene breaks his footSteven Kwan makes the GuardiansLance Lynn hurts kneeMatt Brash makes the Mariners rotationKimbrel traded to the DodgersJulio Rodriguez makes the MarinersSulser and Tanner Scott traded to the MarlinsSean Manaea to the PadresPirates Diego Castillo makes the teamReese McGuire traded White Sox for Zach CollinsTopicsHow do you approach the early season?Do you have a faab approach?How soon is too soon to cut bait on someone?When do you start to care about underlying stats?PredictionsWho wins each division?Who are the Wild Card teams?Who wins the AL and NL?Who wins the World Series?AL and NL MVPsAL and NL Cy YoungsAL and NL ROYsJoin our Discord Community at: https://t.co/MtkLkNW7VD?amp=1Intro and Outro music: By Lawr MichaelsWatch the replay: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oZzgAjjuqZMEver thought of trying out NFBC? Come play with the big boys and help out the podcast!NFBC - 150 Draft Championshttps://nfc.shgn.com/landing/338NFBC - Cutline ChampionshipWebsite https://nfc.shgn.com/landing/339NFBC - Main EventWebsite https://nfc.shgn.com/landing/340NFBC - 350 Rotowire Online Championshiphttps://nfc.shgn.com/landing/341

Episode 733- MLB Hot Stove and EARTH Draft BreakdownHost: Justin Mason @JustinMasonFWFBCo-Host: Dave McDonald @RunDMCDTopics:Justin and Dave breakdown all recent MLB moves and their drafts from GLARF and BARF!NewsRodon to the GiantsCarlos Martinez and Jakob Junis to the GiantsKershaw back in LAAndrelton Simmons to the CubsDave Martinez (manager) would love Rainey to cement himself as closer and hopeful Robles can cement himself as every day CFSean Doolittle and Steve Cishek to the NationalsNelson Cruz to the NationalsIsiah Kiner-Falefa traded to Minnesota for Mitch GarverIKF and Donaldson traded to Yankees for Urshela and SanchezRortvedt and Higashioka will compete to start at Catcher?Jordan Lyles to the OriolesTony LaRussa expects Craig Kimbrel to be on the White Sox on Opening DayCorey Knebel will be the closer as of right now according to Giardi Brad Hand to the PhilliesBrad boxberger to the BrewersJosh Harrison to the White SoxYusei Kikuchi to the Blue JaysKurt Suzuki to the AngelsLucas Sims a “little behind” due to an elbow issueWho closes in Cincy?Jose Iglesias to the RockiesChis Bassitt traded to the MetsNiko Goodrum to the AstrosAlex Colome to the RockiesZack Wheeler is “behind” – workload related per Dombrowski. Also reported IL stints are back to 15 days for pitchersRed Sox Jake DiekmanDodgers Hanser AlbertoJoe Ross out 6-8 weeksSonny Gray to the Twins (opportunity for Hunter Greene according to Reds)Eugenio Suarez and Jesse Winker to the Mariners for Justin Dunn, Jake Fraley, and Brandon Williamson (opportunities for Senzel/Barrero) (Toro to utility man)Kyle Lewis won't be ready to start the seasonMike Elias Orioles' GM says DL Hall could be up quicklyMatt Olson to the BravesIan Kennedy to the DiamondbacksOdubel Herrera to the PhilliesAndrew McCutchen to the BrewersTatis out up to three months due to wrist surgeryIan Happ had a minor knee surgery. Hopes to be ready by opening dayAdbert Alzolay - shoulder tightness - more than min IL stayZac Gallen has bursitis in his shoulderTailjuan Walker - debridement procedure on right knee in Jan - behind scheduleSteve Cishek to NatsStarling Marte sore obliqueAcuna won't play OF until at least late May - hopeful to even return by MayDomingo German shoulder issuesJosh Naylor “close to 100%”Rendon/Melancon/Raisel/Ranger Suarez delayed due to “personal reasons”/travel issuesGLARF Board- https://draft.shgn.com/nfc/public/dp/731/gridBARF Board- https://draft.shgn.com/nfc/public/dp/732/gridJoin our Discord Community at: https://t.co/MtkLkNW7VD?amp=1Intro and Outro music: By Lawr MichaelsWatch the replay: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oZzgAjjuqZMEver thought of trying out NFBC? Come play with the big boys and help out the podcast!NFBC - 150 Draft Championshttps://nfc.shgn.com/landing/338NFBC - Cutline ChampionshipWebsite https://nfc.shgn.com/landing/339NFBC - Main EventWebsite https://nfc.shgn.com/landing/340NFBC - 350 Rotowire Online Championshiphttps://nfc.shgn.com/landing/341

Episode 732- FAAB Whisperer Host: Justin Mason @JustinMasonFWFBCo-Host: Dave McDonald @RunDMCDGuest- Vlad Sedler @RotoGutTopics: Vlad Sedler joins the pod to discuss his journey in the high stakes world and his process. TGFBIJoin our Discord Community at: https://t.co/MtkLkNW7VD?amp=1Intro and Outro music: By Lawr MichaelsWatch the replay: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oZzgAjjuqZMEver thought of trying out NFBC? Come play with the big boys and help out the podcast!NFBC - 150 Draft Championshttps://nfc.shgn.com/landing/338NFBC - Cutline ChampionshipWebsite https://nfc.shgn.com/landing/339NFBC - Main EventWebsite https://nfc.shgn.com/landing/340NFBC - 350 Rotowire Online Championshiphttps://nfc.shgn.com/landing/341

Episode 731- TGFBI LiveHost: Justin Mason @JustinMasonFWFBCo-Host: Dave McDonald @RunDMCDGuest- Nick Pollack @PitcherList, Mike Kurland@Mike Kurland, SamFBB @SamFBB1, Dave Shovein @DaveShovein, Tim Kanak @fantasyaceball, Cubby Nole, @CubbyNoleTopics: Justin Mason and Dave McDonald are joined by multiple people in the industry to discuss the beginning of TGFBI!See links to TGFBI ADP and draft boards: http://tgfbi.com/2022-tgfbi-leagues/Join our Discord Community at: https://t.co/MtkLkNW7VD?amp=1Intro and Outro music: By Lawr MichaelsWatch the replay: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oZzgAjjuqZMEver thought of trying out NFBC? Come play with the big boys and help out the podcast!NFBC - 150 Draft Championshttps://nfc.shgn.com/landing/338NFBC - Cutline ChampionshipWebsite https://nfc.shgn.com/landing/339NFBC - Main EventWebsite https://nfc.shgn.com/landing/340NFBC - 350 Rotowire Online Championshiphttps://nfc.shgn.com/landing/341

Episode 730- Taking Notes with Jenny Butler Host: Justin Mason @JustinMasonFWFBCo-Host: Dave McDonald @RunDMCDGuest- John Fish @JennyButler830Topics: Jenny Butler joins the pod to discuss her journey in the high stakes world and her process. In or Out Top 50-100 PlayersByron Buxton - 52Wander Franco - 63 Jazz Chisholm - 71Jack Flaherty - 79Giovanny Gallegos - 82Bobby Witt - 90Corey Seager - 90Charlie Morton - 91Justin Verlander - 97Cody Bellinger - 98Christian Yelich - 100Join our Discord Community at: https://t.co/MtkLkNW7VD?amp=1Intro and Outro music: By Lawr MichaelsWatch the replay: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oZzgAjjuqZMEver thought of trying out NFBC? Come play with the big boys and help out the podcast!NFBC - 150 Draft Championshttps://nfc.shgn.com/landing/338NFBC - Cutline ChampionshipWebsite https://nfc.shgn.com/landing/339NFBC - Main EventWebsite https://nfc.shgn.com/landing/340NFBC - 350 Rotowire Online Championshiphttps://nfc.shgn.com/landing/341

Episode 729- Fucking LegendHost: Justin Mason @JustinMasonFWFBCo-Host: Dave McDonald @RunDMCDGuest- John Fish @PileofDialTopics: John Fish joins the pod to discuss his journey in the high stakes world and his process.In or Out Top 50 PlayersFernando Tatis - 2Ronald Acuna - 13Max Scherzer - 16Mookie Betts - 17Cedric Mullins - 32Mike Trout - 18Jacob deGrom - 24Shane Bieber - 33Robbie Ray - 46Tyler O'Neill - 47Chris Sale - 50Join our Discord Community at: https://t.co/MtkLkNW7VD?amp=1Intro and Outro music: By Lawr MichaelsWatch the replay: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oZzgAjjuqZMEver thought of trying out NFBC? Come play with the big boys and help out the podcast!NFBC - 150 Draft Championshttps://nfc.shgn.com/landing/338NFBC - Cutline ChampionshipWebsite https://nfc.shgn.com/landing/339NFBC - Main EventWebsite https://nfc.shgn.com/landing/340NFBC - 350 Rotowire Online Championshiphttps://nfc.shgn.com/landing/341

Episode 728- Battle of the Podcast Draft BreakdownHost: Justin Mason @JustinMasonFWFBCo-Host: Dave McDonald @RunDMCDTopics:Justin and Dave breakdown their drafts from the Battle of the Podcast league!Join our Discord Community at: https://t.co/MtkLkNW7VD?amp=1Intro and Outro music: By Lawr MichaelsWatch the replay: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oZzgAjjuqZMEver thought of trying out NFBC? Come play with the big boys and help out the podcast!NFBC - 150 Draft Championshttps://nfc.shgn.com/landing/338NFBC - Cutline ChampionshipWebsite https://nfc.shgn.com/landing/339NFBC - Main EventWebsite https://nfc.shgn.com/landing/340NFBC - 350 Rotowire Online Championshiphttps://nfc.shgn.com/landing/341

Episode 727- Battle of the Podcasts DraftHost: Justin Mason @JustinMasonFWFBCo-Host: Dave McDonald @RunDMCDGuests: Matt Williams @MattWi77iams Turn Two PodcastMichael Govier @MJGovier Pallazzo PodcastZack Waxman @jacobdegromUCL Draft Champions PodcastTopics:Justin and Dave are joined by Matt Williams of Roto Fanatic, Michael Govier of the Pallazzo Podcast, and Zack Waxman of the Draft Champions Podcast to breakdown the beginning of the Battle of the Podcasts slow draft!Join our Discord Community at: https://t.co/MtkLkNW7VD?amp=1Intro and Outro music: By Lawr MichaelsWatch the replay: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oZzgAjjuqZMEver thought of trying out NFBC? Come play with the big boys and help out the podcast!NFBC - 150 Draft Championshttps://nfc.shgn.com/landing/338NFBC - Cutline ChampionshipWebsite https://nfc.shgn.com/landing/339NFBC - Main EventWebsite https://nfc.shgn.com/landing/340NFBC - 350 Rotowire Online Championshiphttps://nfc.shgn.com/landing/341

Episode 726- Buy or Sell?Host: Justin Mason @JustinMasonFWFBCo-Host: Dave McDonald @RunDMCDTopics:Buying and Selling Players in Rounds 16-25 of ADPJoin our Discord Community at: https://t.co/MtkLkNW7VD?amp=1Intro and Outro music: By Lawr MichaelsWatch the replay: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oZzgAjjuqZMEver thought of trying out NFBC? Come play with the big boys and help out the podcast!NFBC - 150 Draft Championshttps://nfc.shgn.com/landing/338NFBC - Cutline ChampionshipWebsite https://nfc.shgn.com/landing/339NFBC - Main EventWebsite https://nfc.shgn.com/landing/340NFBC - 350 Rotowire Online Championshiphttps://nfc.shgn.com/landing/341

Episode 725- Gifts or CoalHost: Justin Mason @JustinMasonFWFBCo-Host: Dave McDonald @RunDMCDTopics:EARTH LeaguesBuying and Selling Players in Rounds 5-15 of ADPJoin our Discord Community at: https://t.co/MtkLkNW7VD?amp=1Intro and Outro music: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oZzgAjjuqZMEver thought of trying out NFBC? Come play with the big boys and help out the podcast!NFBC - 150 Draft Championshttps://nfc.shgn.com/landing/338NFBC - Cutline ChampionshipWebsite https://nfc.shgn.com/landing/339NFBC - Main EventWebsite https://nfc.shgn.com/landing/340NFBC - 350 Rotowire Online Championshiphttps://nfc.shgn.com/landing/341

Episode 724- "I like to diddle myself"Host: Justin Mason @JustinMasonFWFBCo-Host: Dave McDonald @RunDMCDGuest: Michael Govier @MJGovierTopicsDetroit TigersTigers active in the offseason earlyJavy Baez signedERod signedBarnhart tradeBelief that Soto is definitely the closer?Expectations for Skubal? Will he be limited?When will we see Spencer Torkelson and Riley Greene?Anyone else you're excited for?Chance for Tigers to make the playoffs in 2022?FPAZ DiscussionMichael's Journey into High StakesEARTH LeagueThe Fantasy Benefits InquisitionJoin our Discord Community at: https://t.co/MtkLkNW7VD?amp=1Intro and Outro music: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oZzgAjjuqZMEver thought of trying out NFBC? Come play with the big boys and help out the podcast!NFBC - 150 Draft Championshttps://nfc.shgn.com/landing/338NFBC - Cutline ChampionshipWebsite https://nfc.shgn.com/landing/339NFBC - Main EventWebsite https://nfc.shgn.com/landing/340NFBC - 350 Rotowire Online Championshiphttps://nfc.shgn.com/landing/341

Episode 723- Hot StoveHost: Justin Mason @JustinMasonFWFBCo-Host: Dave McDonald @RunDMCDGuest: Michael Govier @MJGovierNewsVerlander signs w/ Astros 1 year $25 mil w/ player option for 2023Buxton re-signs with Twins 7 years $100 mil w/ MVP and PA incentivesMatz signs w/ Cards 4 years $44 milKluber signs w/ Rays 1 year $8 milWander Franco signs extension w/ Rays for 11 years $182 milThor signs w/ Angels 1 year $21 milLorenzen signs w/ Angels 1 year $7 milRobbie Ray 5 years $115 mil w/ MarinersAdam Frazier traded to MarinersJose Berrios 7 year extension for $131 mil w/ JaysGausman 5 years $110 mil w/ JaysDesclafani resigns w/ Giants 3 years $36 milAlex Wood resigning w/ Giants 2 years $20 mil? - Not official yetAlex Cobb signing w/ Giants 2 years $20 mil? - Not official yetAlcantara 5 year extension $56 mil w/ MarlinsAvisail Garcia signs w/ Marlins 4 years $53 milStallings traded to Marlins - helps young staff?Semien 7 years $175 mil w/ RangersCorey Seager 10 year $325 mil w/ RangersKole Calhoun signs w/ Rangers 1 year $5.2 milJon Gray signs w/ Rangers 4 years $56 milEduardo Escobar signs w/ Mets 2 years $20 milMark Canha signs w/ Mets 2 years $25.5 milStarling Marte signs w/ Mets 4 years $78 milMax Scherzer signs w/ Mets 3 years $130 milMarcell Ozuna 20 game retroactive suspension - good to go for start of 2022Max Muncy's elbow injury more serious than he let on - UCL tear Join our Discord Community at: https://t.co/MtkLkNW7VD?amp=1Intro and Outro music: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oZzgAjjuqZMEver thought of trying out NFBC? Come play with the big boys and help out the podcast!NFBC - 150 Draft Championshttps://nfc.shgn.com/landing/338NFBC - Cutline ChampionshipWebsite https://nfc.shgn.com/landing/339NFBC - Main EventWebsite https://nfc.shgn.com/landing/340NFBC - 350 Rotowire Online Championshiphttps://nfc.shgn.com/landing/341

Episode 722- Chat with Tony!Host: Justin Mason @JustinMasonFWFBCo-Host: Dave McDonald @RunDMCDGuest: Tony DiVincenzo @Spectre14NewsBregman wrist surgery-played through injury this season, explains lack of power?Castellanos, Conforto, Semien reject qualifying offersTwins buy out Colome's option so he's a free agent - will he close in 2022?Kimbrel option picked-up - trade coming?Andrew Heaney signs 1 year $8.5 mil deal with DodgersWade Miley signs $10 mil mutual option with CubsHunter Greene and Nick Lodolo will compete for rotation spots in 2022Interview with Tony DiVincenzo!Join our Discord Community at: https://t.co/MtkLkNW7VD?amp=1Intro and Outro music: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oZzgAjjuqZMEver thought of trying out NFBC? Come play with the big boys and help out the podcast!NFBC - 150 Draft Championshttps://nfc.shgn.com/landing/338NFBC - Cutline ChampionshipWebsite https://nfc.shgn.com/landing/339NFBC - Main EventWebsite https://nfc.shgn.com/landing/340NFBC - 350 Rotowire Online Championshiphttps://nfc.shgn.com/landing/341

Episode 721- Sometimes Friendship is ChallengingHost: Justin Mason @JustinMasonFWFBCo-Host: Dave McDonald @RunDMCDNewsBob Melvin managing Padres nowJon Gray rejects 3 year offer from Rockies for $35-40 milNick Anderson elbow surgeryMorton surgery on fractured fibula - expected to be ready for Spring TrainingLa Stella achilles surgery - should be ready around MarchDevers arm injury just elbow inflammation - not seriousMiguel Rojas signs extension, might need surgery on fingerDustin May started throwingDeploying Middle RelieversThe (Multi-Faceted) Mondesi ProblemMarlins creating elite rotation?Join our Discord Community at: https://t.co/MtkLkNW7VD?amp=1Intro and Outro music: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oZzgAjjuqZMEver thought of trying out NFBC? Come play with the big boys and help out the podcast!NFBC - 150 Draft Championshttps://nfc.shgn.com/landing/338NFBC - Cutline ChampionshipWebsite https://nfc.shgn.com/landing/339NFBC - Main EventWebsite https://nfc.shgn.com/landing/340NFBC - 350 Rotowire Online Championshiphttps://nfc.shgn.com/landing/341

Episode 720- Hits and ProjectionsHost: Justin Mason @JustinMasonFWFBCo-Host: Dave McDonald @RunDMCDNewsEddie Rosario on insane run this postseasonSpencer Torkelson hurtRizzo “wants to stay with the Yankees”Kopech likely moving to rotationJordan Hicks preparing to enter 2022 rotationTaillon out 5-6 months - questionable at best for start of 2022Acuña might not be ready to play until MayLuis Urías changed his mechanics coming into 2021 - started squaring up his shoulders and better using his lower half, which helped him get the ball in the air more often and have harder contact. 9.2 percent barrel rate was a career highHiura had a procedure to clean up his elbow and could become a utility player with time in the outfieldKyle Farmer played through a second-half sports herniaDJLM also played through a significant part of the season with a sports hernia2021 HitsCatcher1B2BSS3BOFSPRPSteamer Projections Out2 hitters over .300: Soto - .307 and Vlad - .3062 hitters over 30 SB: Mondesi 41 (#1 again) Starling 33Wander Franco: 610 AB 19 HR 10 SB .285 AVGLuis Robert: 577 AB 29 HR 14 SB .282 AVGOneill Cruz: 300 AB 15 HR 10 SB .279 AVGByron Buxton: 546 AB (LOL) 31 HR 16 SB .265 AVGAggressive IP projectionsShane Baz: 192 IP 3.74 ERA 1.19 WHIP 10.2 K/9Chris Sale: 187 IP 3.57 ERA 1.14 WHIP 11.1 K/9Shane Bieber: 183 IP 3.36 ERA 1.13 WHIP 10.8 K/9Corbin Burnes only SP sub 3 ERA at 2.95Logan Webb - 3.37 ERA 6th lowest projectedFreddy Peralta 4th highest projected K rate at 11.7 K/9Mastersball Top 50 Hitter Rankings1.Trea2. JRam3. Soto4. Tatis5. Bichette6. Vlad9. Tucker11. Judge13. Trout14. Ohtani25. Mullins43. Reynolds44. Story48. DJLM49. LindorCatchers - Varsho #39, Sal #45, JTR not top 50Join our Discord Community at: https://t.co/MtkLkNW7VD?amp=1Intro and Outro music: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oZzgAjjuqZMEver thought of trying out NFBC? Come play with the big boys and help out the podcast!NFBC - 150 Draft Championshttps://nfc.shgn.com/landing/338NFBC - Cutline ChampionshipWebsite https://nfc.shgn.com/landing/339NFBC - Main EventWebsite https://nfc.shgn.com/landing/340NFBC - 350 Rotowire Online Championshiphttps://nfc.shgn.com/landing/341

Episode 719- 2021 MissesNewsJustin Turner hamstring injuryGrandal knee surgeryCarrasco surgery to remove bone fragment from right elbowMcCullers forearm (muscular, not structural)Kershaw PRP injection in forearmYnoa shoulder injuryTaillon ankle surgeryDJLM sports hernia surgery - ready for STAaron Hicks (wrist) hoping to play winter ballClint Frazier still experiencing fogginess/dizzinessVoit (knee) should be ready for STCastellanos expected to opt outFPAZ DraftWhat was your strategy?Best pick?Worst Pick?Strength?Weakness?What does this early draft tell you about how you look at the player pool or strategy?2021 PostmortemHow do you go about doing a postmortem on your fantasy teams and season?What strategy mistakes did you make in 2021?What lessons did we learn from 2021?2021 MissesJoin our Discord Community at: https://t.co/MtkLkNW7VD?amp=1Intro and Outro music: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oZzgAjjuqZMEver thought of trying out NFBC? Come play with the big boys and help out the podcast!NFBC - 150 Draft Championshttps://nfc.shgn.com/landing/338NFBC - Cutline ChampionshipWebsite https://nfc.shgn.com/landing/339NFBC - Main EventWebsite https://nfc.shgn.com/landing/340NFBC - 350 Rotowire Online Championshiphttps://nfc.shgn.com/landing/341

Episode 718- Season is over!Host: Justin Mason @JustinMasonFWFBCo-Host: Dave McDonald @RunDMCDNewsKershaw and Muncy got hurtLeagues:Earth OverallTGFBITag TeamMain EventsBattle of the PodsLessons LearnedWhat did we miss because of the short season last year?What did you personally miss that you will incorporate into your drafts next year?Playoff PredictionsBoston vs New YorkSTL vs LADHOU vs CHWRays vs WCMIL vs ATLSF vs WCWorld Series PicksJoin our Discord Community at: https://t.co/MtkLkNW7VD?amp=1Intro and Outro music: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oZzgAjjuqZMEver thought of trying out NFBC? Come play with the big boys and help out the podcast!NFBC - 150 Draft Championshttps://nfc.shgn.com/landing/338NFBC - Cutline ChampionshipWebsite https://nfc.shgn.com/landing/339NFBC - Main EventWebsite https://nfc.shgn.com/landing/340NFBC - 350 Rotowire Online Championshiphttps://nfc.shgn.com/landing/341

Episode 717- FWFB LiveHost: Justin Mason @JustinMasonFWFBCo-Host: Dave McDonald @RunDMCDNewsShane Baz first start today - 5 strong inningsKyle Tucker and Avisail Garcia avoid ILSal Perez sets Catcher HR record with 46th dong todayCarlos Rodon arm soreness - likely doneWander Franco likely back FridayTyler Stephenson placed on IL (COVID?) close to lineup lock todayCorrectionsPozo demotedSean Nolin to the penTylor Megill was awfulCloser Questions:Who's closing in:DetroitOaklandBostonSeattleSan FranBaltimoreTampa: Kittredge to ILNFBC FAABHitters Added:Hunter Dozier Nick Gordon Gavin Lux Lewin Diaz - Aguilar out for season Freddy Galvis Willie Calhoun Kole Calhoun SP Added:Kluber @ TEX Brady Singer @CLE @DETJosh Rogers - 2x (Main) @MIA @CIN Jon Lester 2x @CHC @MILDillon Peters 2x (Super) @CIN @PHI Bubic @DETMerrill Kelly @ATLCobb - stash for matchup @TEX next weekFreeland - Unusable this week, stash for matchup vs WAS next weekSenzatela - Unusable 2x this week, stash for matchup @ ARZ next weekBassitt - Back this week? Not starting Thurs. Likely gets SEA next weekFinal FAAB and Roster Construction StrategyQuestions from TwitterJoin our Discord Community at: https://t.co/MtkLkNW7VD?amp=1Intro and Outro music: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oZzgAjjuqZMEver thought of trying out NFBC? Come play with the big boys and help out the podcast!NFBC - 150 Draft Championshttps://nfc.shgn.com/landing/338NFBC - Cutline ChampionshipWebsite https://nfc.shgn.com/landing/339NFBC - Main EventWebsite https://nfc.shgn.com/landing/340NFBC - 350 Rotowire Online Championshiphttps://nfc.shgn.com/landing/341

Episode 716- Midnight MadnessHost: Justin Mason @JustinMasonFWFBCo-Host: Dave McDonald @RunDMCDNewsScherzer 3,000 Ks - how high will he get?Kershaw back and starting todayCole starting today - hamstring seems fineBassitt returning next week possibly McClanahan returning Sunday to face DET this week - get him back in lineupsGood chance Sale returns this weekend from COVIDChris Paddack to IL - definite dropBlake Snell - groin injury Jake Fraley back sometime this week. Taylor Walls starting with Wander hurt Cronenworth avoiding IL, Tatis will move back to OFPham likely to lose PT againFrazier and Myers should keep playing every dayTim Anderson back tomorrowLeury Garcia was starting at SS - back to bench? Could move to OFLindor triple dong day yesterdayCorrectionsWrong on Civale - Rays sitting even Brandon Lowe regularly too Questions We Need Answers To:Who's closing in Oakland? Who's closing in Boston? Who's closing in Seattle? Who's starting in CF for Houston? SchedulesGiants CoorsPiratesNationalsRed SoxCubsSeptember Lineup MovesQuestions from TwitterJoin our Discord Community at: https://t.co/MtkLkNW7VD?amp=1Intro and Outro music: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oZzgAjjuqZMEver thought of trying out NFBC? Come play with the big boys and help out the podcast!NFBC - 150 Draft Championshttps://nfc.shgn.com/landing/338NFBC - Cutline ChampionshipWebsite https://nfc.shgn.com/landing/339NFBC - Main EventWebsite https://nfc.shgn.com/landing/340NFBC - 350 Rotowire Online Championshiphttps://nfc.shgn.com/landing/341

Episode 715- September StratigiesHost: Justin Mason @JustinMasonFWFBCo-Host: Dave McDonald @RunDMCDNewsCharlie Morton signs one year extensionEveryone in Boston has Covid AJ Pollock out with hamstring strainWilly Adames to the ILAaron Civale to return TuesdayTony Gonsolin returningLucas Giolito and Lance Lynn to return soon?September StrategyJustin and Dave discuss how to approach the end of the season. Join our Discord Community at: https://t.co/MtkLkNW7VD?amp=1Intro and Outro music: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oZzgAjjuqZMEver thought of trying out NFBC? Come play with the big boys and help out the podcast!NFBC - 150 Draft Championshttps://nfc.shgn.com/landing/338NFBC - Cutline ChampionshipWebsite https://nfc.shgn.com/landing/339NFBC - Main EventWebsite https://nfc.shgn.com/landing/340NFBC - 350 Rotowire Online Championshiphttps://nfc.shgn.com/landing/341

Episode 714- September Call UpsHost: Scott Chu @IfTheChuFits Co-Host: Darius Austin @DariusA64 Darius and Scott talk September Call UpsAlready called up:Joe RyanNate PearsonEdward CabreraKeibert RuizPotential call-ups of interestShane BazBrent HoneywellVidal BrujanJose BarreroHunter GreeneMacKenzie GoreJose MirandaSeth BeerDo we see any of the elite names?Join our Discord Community at: https://t.co/MtkLkNW7VD?amp=1Intro and Outro music provided by The ArkellsEver thought of trying out NFBC? Come play with the big boys and help out the podcast!NFBC - 150 Draft Championshttps://nfc.shgn.com/landing/338NFBC - Cutline ChampionshipWebsite https://nfc.shgn.com/landing/339NFBC - Main EventWebsite https://nfc.shgn.com/landing/340NFBC - 350 Rotowire Online Championshiphttps://nfc.shgn.com/landing/341

Episode 713- Hot August Nights Host: Justin Mason @JustinMasonFWFBCo-Host: Dave McDonald @RunDMCDNewsTrout has no timetableWood and Cueto to the ILPaddack to returnPeralta to returnMatt Barnes to the ILBellinger to platoonCardinals BullpenPlayers with Hot August NightsGiancarlo StantonCJ CronYordan AlvarezStarling MarteAnthony SantanderHunter RenfroeMatt Chapman Brandon LoweJorge SolerAaron JudgeJoin our Discord Community at: https://t.co/MtkLkNW7VD?amp=1Intro and Outro music: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oZzgAjjuqZMEver thought of trying out NFBC? Come play with the big boys and help out the podcast!NFBC - 150 Draft Championshttps://nfc.shgn.com/landing/338NFBC - Cutline ChampionshipWebsite https://nfc.shgn.com/landing/339NFBC - Main EventWebsite https://nfc.shgn.com/landing/340NFBC - 350 Rotowire Online Championshiphttps://nfc.shgn.com/landing/341

Episode 712- Help Down The StretchHost: Scott Chu @IfTheChuFits Co-Host: Darius Austin @DariusA64 C - Alejandro Kirk1B - Frank Schwindel, Connor Joe, Colin Moran2B - Andy Ibanez3B - Abraham Toro, Emmanuel RiveraSS - Nicky LopezOF - Yadiel Hernandez, Bryan De La Cruz, DJ Peters, Jake MeyersJoin our Discord Community at: https://t.co/MtkLkNW7VD?amp=1Intro and Outro music provided by The ArkellsEver thought of trying out NFBC? Come play with the big boys and help out the podcast!NFBC - 150 Draft Championshttps://nfc.shgn.com/landing/338NFBC - Cutline ChampionshipWebsite https://nfc.shgn.com/landing/339NFBC - Main EventWebsite https://nfc.shgn.com/landing/340NFBC - 350 Rotowire Online Championshiphttps://nfc.shgn.com/landing/341

Episode 711- End of Season StrategiesHost: Scott Chu @IfTheChuFits Co-Host: Darius Austin @DariusA64 Scott and Darius discuss end of the season strategies!Join our Discord Community at: https://t.co/MtkLkNW7VD?amp=1Intro and Outro music provided by The ArkellsEver thought of trying out NFBC? Come play with the big boys and help out the podcast!NFBC - 150 Draft Championshttps://nfc.shgn.com/landing/338NFBC - Cutline ChampionshipWebsite https://nfc.shgn.com/landing/339NFBC - Main EventWebsite https://nfc.shgn.com/landing/340NFBC - 350 Rotowire Online Championshiphttps://nfc.shgn.com/landing/341

Episode 710- Trade DeadlineHost: Scott Chu @IfTheChuFits Co-Host: Darius Austin @DariusA64 Scott and Darius discuss a bunch of the trades from the trade deadline!Join our Discord Community at: https://t.co/MtkLkNW7VD?amp=1Intro and Outro music provided by The ArkellsEver thought of trying out NFBC? Come play with the big boys and help out the podcast!NFBC - 150 Draft Championshttps://nfc.shgn.com/landing/338NFBC - Cutline ChampionshipWebsite https://nfc.shgn.com/landing/339NFBC - Main EventWebsite https://nfc.shgn.com/landing/340NFBC - 350 Rotowire Online Championshiphttps://nfc.shgn.com/landing/341

Episode 709- Fantasy All Star TeamHost: Scott Chu @IfTheChuFits Co-Host: Darius Austin @DariusA64 Scott and Darius pick their Fantasy All Star team! Join our Discord Community at: https://t.co/MtkLkNW7VD?amp=1Intro and Outro music provided by The ArkellsEver thought of trying out NFBC? Come play with the big boys and help out the podcast!NFBC - 150 Draft Championshttps://nfc.shgn.com/landing/338NFBC - Cutline ChampionshipWebsite https://nfc.shgn.com/landing/339NFBC - Main EventWebsite https://nfc.shgn.com/landing/340NFBC - 350 Rotowire Online Championshiphttps://nfc.shgn.com/landing/341

Episode 708- Fantasy All Star TeamHost: Justin Mason @JustinMasonFWFB Co-Host: Darius Austin @DariusA64 Justin and Darius pick their Fantasy All Star team! Join our Discord Community at: https://t.co/MtkLkNW7VD?amp=1Intro and Outro music provided by The ArkellsEver thought of trying out NFBC? Come play with the big boys and help out the podcast!NFBC - 150 Draft Championshttps://nfc.shgn.com/landing/338NFBC - Cutline ChampionshipWebsite https://nfc.shgn.com/landing/339NFBC - Main EventWebsite https://nfc.shgn.com/landing/340NFBC - 350 Rotowire Online Championshiphttps://nfc.shgn.com/landing/341

Episode 703- Are We Buying These Pitchers?Host: Justin Mason @JustinMasonFWFB Guest: Jon Hegglund @JonHegglundNewsEduardo Escobar on the move?Ketel Marte dealing with a hamstring injuryCloser Chaos (who is closing?!?)PhiladelphiaCincinnatiDetroitAre we dropping these hitters? (Last 2 weeks)Gleyber Torres -15 wRC+Isiah Kiner Falefa 13 wRC+Pavin Smith 25 wrc+Anthony Santander 26 wRC+Robbie Grossman 29 wRC+Charlie Blackmon 39 wRC+Jesus Aguilar53 wRC+Hunter Dozier 6 wRC+Watch the replay: https://youtu.be/q4p0BBS8HgkJoin our Discord Community at: https://t.co/MtkLkNW7VD?amp=1Ever thought of trying out NFBC? Come play with the big boys and help out the podcast!NFBC - 150 Draft Championshttps://nfc.shgn.com/landing/338NFBC - Cutline ChampionshipWebsite https://nfc.shgn.com/landing/339NFBC - Main EventWebsite https://nfc.shgn.com/landing/340NFBC - 350 Rotowire Online Championshiphttps://nfc.shgn.com/landing/341

Episode 706- What to Do About Pitcher Workloads?Host: Justin Mason @JustinMasonFWFB Co-Host: Scott Chu @IfTheChuFits Topic 1: Are we worried about pitcher workloads rest of the way and is there much we can do about them?Topic 2 (Hot Hitters):Akil BaddooTony KempSean MurphyMatt ChapmanBrandon LoweKyle SchwarberJoin our Discord Community at: https://t.co/MtkLkNW7VD?amp=1Intro and Outro music provided by The ArkellsEver thought of trying out NFBC? Come play with the big boys and help out the podcast!NFBC - 150 Draft Championshttps://nfc.shgn.com/landing/338NFBC - Cutline ChampionshipWebsite https://nfc.shgn.com/landing/339NFBC - Main EventWebsite https://nfc.shgn.com/landing/340NFBC - 350 Rotowire Online Championshiphttps://nfc.shgn.com/landing/341

Episode 703- Are We Buying These Pitchers?Host: Justin Mason @JustinMasonFWFB Guest: Jake Halusker @TheDustmiteNewsWander Franco coming upMondesi hurt againCarson Kelly hurt againAustin Gomber to the ILMatt Manning debutZac Gallen returnsAaron Civale leaves with finger issueMuncy and Bellinger coming backLucchesi significant UCL tearNFBC StrategyAt what point do you start to think about the overall?At what point do you decide to punt the overall?What strategies come into play when chasing an overall vs just a league titleAre we buying these hitters? (Last 2 weeks)Ty France 203 wRC+Adam Duvall 192 wRC+Bryan Reynolds 204 wRC+Brandon Belt 186 wRC+Steven Duggar 176wRC+Jon Berti 169 wRC+Jake Fraley 2 HRs, 3 SBsKyle Schwarber 9 HRs, .318 BAWatch the replay: https://youtu.be/q4p0BBS8HgkJoin our Discord Community at: https://t.co/MtkLkNW7VD?amp=1Ever thought of trying out NFBC? Come play with the big boys and help out the podcast!NFBC - 150 Draft Championshttps://nfc.shgn.com/landing/338NFBC - Cutline ChampionshipWebsite https://nfc.shgn.com/landing/339NFBC - Main EventWebsite https://nfc.shgn.com/landing/340NFBC - 350 Rotowire Online Championshiphttps://nfc.shgn.com/landing/341

Episode 704- When Do You Punt?Host: Justin Mason @JustinMasonFWFB Co-Host: Ray Kuhn @Ray_Kuhn_28Co-Host: Scott Chu @IfTheChuFits Topic 1: How are we handling the pitcher grip stuff? Topic 2: At what point do you punt categories because you've fallen too far behind? How is this different in an overall vs a stand alone? Topic 3: are we buying these players turnarounds? Luis CastilloJonathan SchoopJoin our Discord Community at: https://t.co/MtkLkNW7VD?amp=1Intro and Outro music provided by The ArkellsEver thought of trying out NFBC? Come play with the big boys and help out the podcast!NFBC - 150 Draft Championshttps://nfc.shgn.com/landing/338NFBC - Cutline ChampionshipWebsite https://nfc.shgn.com/landing/339NFBC - Main EventWebsite https://nfc.shgn.com/landing/340NFBC - 350 Rotowire Online Championshiphttps://nfc.shgn.com/landing/341

Episode 703- Are We Buying These Pitchers?Host: Justin Mason @JustinMasonFWFB CoHost: Matt Thompson @MDThompFWFBGuest: Frank Ammirante @FAmmiranteTFJTopics discussed: NewsTejay Anotne hits the ILLuis Severino leaves his rehab startMax Muncy to the ILMitch Haniger out with knee injuryBoth Tyler Glansow and Matt Boyd leave starts with arm issuesAre We Buying These Pitchers?Sammy LongPatrick SandovalVladimir GutierrezWade MileyTucker DavidsonJackson KowarCole IrvinCaleb SmithWatch the replay: https://youtu.be/q4p0BBS8HgkJoin our Discord Community at: https://t.co/MtkLkNW7VD?amp=1Intro and Outro music provided by Lawr MichaelsEver thought of trying out NFBC? Come play with the big boys and help out the podcast!NFBC - 150 Draft Championshttps://nfc.shgn.com/landing/338NFBC - Cutline ChampionshipWebsite https://nfc.shgn.com/landing/339NFBC - Main EventWebsite https://nfc.shgn.com/landing/340NFBC - 350 Rotowire Online Championshiphttps://nfc.shgn.com/landing/341

Episode 702- Rookie PitchesHost: Darius Austin @DariusA64 Co-Host: Ray Kuhn @Ray_Kuhn_28Co-Host: Scott Chu @IfTheChuFits Topics discussed: Rookie PitchersIan AndersonTrevor RogersDane DunningLuis GarciaShane McClanahanLogan GilbertTriston McKenzieJoin our Discord Community at: https://t.co/MtkLkNW7VD?amp=1Intro and Outro music provided by The ArkellsEver thought of trying out NFBC? Come play with the big boys and help out the podcast!NFBC - 150 Draft Championshttps://nfc.shgn.com/landing/338NFBC - Cutline ChampionshipWebsite https://nfc.shgn.com/landing/339NFBC - Main EventWebsite https://nfc.shgn.com/landing/340NFBC - 350 Rotowire Online Championshiphttps://nfc.shgn.com/landing/341

Episode 701- Are We Only Picking Tigers?!?Host: Darius Austin @DariusA64 Co-Host: Justin Mason @JustinMasonFWFBCo-Host: Scott Chu @IfTheChuFits Topics discussed: How leagues should address the IL with so many injured players.Bounceback players for rest of the seasonJoin our Discord Community at: https://t.co/MtkLkNW7VD?amp=1Intro and Outro music provided by The ArkellsEver thought of trying out NFBC? Come play with the big boys and help out the podcast!NFBC - 150 Draft Championshttps://nfc.shgn.com/landing/338NFBC - Cutline ChampionshipWebsite https://nfc.shgn.com/landing/339NFBC - Main EventWebsite https://nfc.shgn.com/landing/340NFBC - 350 Rotowire Online Championshiphttps://nfc.shgn.com/landing/341