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H&J 118 – Board the Crews Ship

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2025 68:30


New & NotesSome fantasy relevant bats were placed on the IL this week, including Minnesota Twins infielders Luke Keaschalland Willi Castro, Texas Rangers shortstop Corey Seager, Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Jake Mangum, Baltimore Orioles outfielder Tyler O'Neill, Cleveland Guardians outfielder Lane Thomas, Chicago White Sox infielder Chase Meidroth and Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Garrett Mitchell.A couple of fantasy relevant bats came back from the IL to rejoin their teams, including New York Mets utility man Jeff McNeil and catcher Francisco Alvarez, Washington Nationals shortstop CJ Abrams and St. Louis Cardinals shortstop Masyn Winn.New York Mets infielder Brett Baty got sent down to AAA while Pittsburgh outfielder Matt Gorski, Chicago White Sox infielder Bobby Dalbec, Minnesota Twins infielder Mickey Gasper, Detroit Tigers infielder Jace Jungall got called up to the bigs.Highly-touted prospect Nick Kurtz was called up to the Athletics to take over at first base, shifting the defense in West Sacramento. What can fantasy managers expect from the big first baseman?Scott's Top 150 Hitters ListWhat the heck are we supposed to do with Eugenio Suárez? Scott and Brett talk over some of the biggest risers and fallers on the Top 150 Hitters List, including the cover star of this week's article, Washington Nationals outfielder Dylan Crews. And at the rate he's climbing, Spencer Torkelson is going to be ranked as the top hitter by the end of the season. Get Torked, nerds! Hosts: Brett Ford | Scott ChuSubscribe: Apple | Spotify | Amazon | YouTube | RSSJoin: PL+ | PL ProProud member of the Pitcher List Podcast Network

H&J 117 – Injuries and Breakouts

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2025 69:19


New & NotesA handful of hitters have been placed on the IL this week. Griffin Conine, Brandon Marsh, Ezequiel Tovar, Connor Wong, Ben Rice and Luis Arraez are all expected to miss some time.A handful of hitters are back from injuries, including Freddie Freeman, Gleyber Torres, Josh Jung, Sean Murphy, Zack Neto and Nolan Gorman.Due to some of the aforementioned injuries, some teams are calling up prospects, including Chicago White Sox infielder Chase Meidroth, Pittsburgh Pirates catcher Henry Davis, Miami Marlins infielder Ronny Simon, Milwaukee Brewers infielder Caleb Durbin, Cincinnati Reds infielder Noelvi Marte, Minnesota Twins infielders Brooks Lee and Luke Keaschall, Colorado Rockies infielder Adael Amador, Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Chandler Simpson, Miami Marlins catcher Agustin Ramirez and Chicago White Sox catcher Edgar Quero. Scott's Top 150 Hitters ListIs Kyren Paris season over already? Scott and Brett talk over some of the biggest risers and fallers on the Top 150 Hitters List, including Jung Hoo Lee and Tyler Soderstrom. And of course, it's not an episode of Hacks and Jacks without a Spencer Torkelson mention. Get Torked, nerds! Hosts: Brett Ford | Scott ChuSubscribe: Apple | Spotify | Amazon | YouTube | RSSJoin: PL+ | PL ProProud member of the Pitcher List Podcast Network

H&J 116 – Small Sample Sizes

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2025 56:05


Brett Ford (@FadeThatMan) and Scott Chu (@IfTheChuFits) discuss all the biggest stories from across the MLB since Opening Day, and Scott's most recent updates to the Top 150 Hitters List.New & NotesJurickson Profar has been issued an 80-day suspension after testing positive for PEDsFreddie Freeman has been placed on the 10-day ILKetel Marte suffered a strained hamtring and has been placed on the 10-day ILGunnar Henderson is back in action, but Colton Cowser will miss 6-8 weeks with a broken thumbThe Los Angeles Dodgers acquired Esteury Ruiz and sent him to AAAScott's Top 150 Hitters List"GET TORKED, NERDS!" Scott and Brett take their respective victory laps on Spencer Torkelson and Tommy Edman after their hot starts. Though Scott reminds all of us not to throw away the draft preparation that we spent months on just because of 10 days of the season. Don't let 5% of the year completely discredit all the work you've done to build your rosters. You can churn and burn the back end of your roster, but for the stars off to slow starts: Let them Cook! Hosts: Brett Ford | Scott ChuSubscribe: Apple | Spotify | Amazon | YouTube | RSSJoin: PL+ | PL ProProud member of the Pitcher List Podcast Network

H&J 115 - Opportunity Knocks

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2025 66:13


Brett Ford (@FadeThatMan) joins Scott Chu (@IfTheChuFits) talk about the shifts in playing time around the league, some surprising names on Opening Day rosters and if they matter for fantasy purposes. Scott and Brett add a handful of their favorite late-round targets and Scott crushes the dreams – or tempers the expectations – of those hoping for big things out of young prospects.  Hosts: Brett Ford | Scott ChuSubscribe: Apple | Spotify | Amazon | YouTube | RSSJoin: PL+ | PL ProProud member of the Pitcher List Podcast Network

H&J 114 - Tout Wars, Tokyo Series & Tiers

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2025 61:11


Brett Ford (@FadeThatMan) joins Scott Chu (@IfTheChuFits) discuss the season-opening Tokyo Series before diving into Tiers 6-12 of Scott's Top 300 Hitters List. Hosts: Brett Ford | Scott ChuSubscribe: Apple | Spotify | Amazon | YouTube | RSSJoin: PL+ | PL ProProud member of the Pitcher List Podcast Network Hosts: Brett Ford | Scott ChuSubscribe: Apple | Spotify | Amazon | YouTube | RSSJoin: PL+ | PL ProProud member of the Pitcher List Podcast Network

H&J 113 - The Return of Hacks & Jacks

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2025 76:25


Brett Ford (@FadeThatMan) joins Scott Chu (@IfTheChuFits) bring back Hacks & Jacks, analyzing the best bats in baseball. The duo dive into Scott's Top 300 Hitters List and discuss their favorite hitters for the upcoming fantasy baseball season.  Hosts: Brett Ford | Scott ChuSubscribe: Apple | Spotify | Amazon | YouTube | RSSJoin: PL+ | PL ProProud member of the Pitcher List Podcast Network Hosts: Brett Ford | Scott ChuSubscribe: Apple | Spotify | Amazon | YouTube | RSSJoin: PL+ | PL ProProud member of the Pitcher List Podcast Network

H & J 112 - End of Season Youth Movement & Waiver Wire Strategy

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2024 76:14


Joe (@joegallina) and Scott (@iftheChufits) talk about what you should be trying to accomplish when it comes to your waiver wire strategy as the season winds down. They also discuss what you can expect from recent call ups like Junior Caminero, Andres Chapparo and Will Wagner.   Join: PL+ | PL ProProud member of the Pitcher List Podcast Network

H & J 111 - Interview with Kyle Bland about our new stat Process +

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2024 70:53


Scott Chu (@ifthechufits) and Kyle Bland (@blandalytics) dive deep into our new hitter stat, Process +, and how it helps us understand how hitters can succeed with varying profiles and approaches. Join: PL+ | PL ProProud member of the Pitcher List Podcast Network

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H & J 110 - New Pitcher List Stat: Process Plus & MLB Trade Deadline Observations

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2024 67:03


Joe (@joegallina) and Scott (@iftheChufits) introduce the new Pitcher List hitting stat: Process + and break down some of the early MLB Trade deadline deals including the Yankees' acquisition of Jazz Chisholm Jr. and the Mariners addition of Randy Arozarena.   Join: PL+ | PL ProProud member of the Pitcher List Podcast Network

H & J 109 - Using Your Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire As A Trading Tool With Your League's Available Player Pool

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2024 72:14


Joe (@joegallina) and Scott (@iftheChufits) talk about the strategy behind effectively making fantasy baseball trades and how working the waiver wire is just another extension of the trading process.   Join: PL+ | PL ProProud member of the Pitcher List Podcast Network

H & J 108 - Rice and Volpe Trading Places and Fantasy Baseball First Round Jinx

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2024 82:50


Joe (@joegallina) and Scott (@iftheChufits) try to project Ben Rice's future fantasy production now that he's batting leadoff for the New York Yankees. They also talk about Julio Rodriguez and his early season struggles as well as what to expect from newcomer Brooks Lee.  Join: PL+ | PL ProProud member of the Pitcher List Podcast Network

H & J 107 - James Wood and Jhonensky Noel Are Making It Feel Like Fantasy Baseball Christmas in July

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2024 74:24


Joe (@joegallina) and Scott (@iftheChufits) break down what fantasy baseball managers can potentially expect from James Wood and Jhonensky Noel moving forward. They also talk about how moving into the lead off spot in the batting order has jump started Jonathan India, Francisco Lindor and Jarred Kelenic's season. Join: PL+ | PL ProProud member of the Pitcher List Podcast Network

H & J 106 How To Find That Next Fantasy Baseball Star Before Your League Mates Do

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2024 69:36


Joe (@joegallina) and Scott (@iftheChufits) give you some tips on how to beat your league mates to the punch when looking for emerging fantasy baseball talent.   Join: PL+ | PL ProProud member of the Pitcher List Podcast Network

H & J 105 Finding The Fantasy Baseball Flavor Of The Week Who Has Staying Power

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2024 65:30


Joe (@joegallina) and Scott (@iftheChufits) try to help you find that fantasy baseball flavor of the week type hitter who'll have staying power and can help you the rest of the way. They also break down Colorado Rockies rookie Adael Amador's potential fantasy value moving forward and try to figure out why C.J. Abrams has less stolen bases than Jesse Winker.   Join: PL+ | PL ProProud member of the Pitcher List Podcast Network

H & J 104 Why Fernando Tatis Jr. Isn't the Fantasy Stud That He Used To Be

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2024 67:48


Joe (@joegallina) and Scott (@iftheChufits) talk about some other New York Yankees players other than Aaron Judge that are worth rostering such as Alex Verdugo and discuss why it might be time to try to sell Giancarlo Stanton high. They also compare Fernando Tatis Jr.'s pre PED suspension stats to his post PED suspension stats and try to figure out the cause behind their regression.  Join: PL+ | PL ProProud member of the Pitcher List Podcast Network

H & J 103 - Are The New Bat Speed Metrics Telling Us Anything We Didn't Already Know?

Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2024 81:35


Joe Gallina (@joegallina) and Scott Chu (@iftheChufits) talk about the new Statcast bat speed metrics and if they're actually telling us anything we don't already know when it comes to individual player fantasy approach and production.  Join: PL+ | PL ProProud member of the Pitcher List Podcast Network

Gleyber, Torkelson & Goldy: The Importance Of Adjusting ROS Fantasy Baseball Individual Player Expectations

Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2024 81:40


Joe (@joegallina) and Scott (@iftheChufits) talk about the importance of adjusting your rest of season expectations for struggling fantasy baseball relevant players. Join: PL+ | PL ProProud member of the Pitcher List Podcast Network

H & J 101 Would The Real Ronald Acuna Jr. Please Step Up To The Plate?

Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2024 97:48


Joe (@joegallina) and Scott (@iftheChufits) break down Ronald Acuna Jr.'s slow start to the season and provide insight on the strategy behind rostering rookie players.  Join: PL+ | PL ProProud member of the Pitcher List Podcast Network

H & J 100 Hitter Slumps and Streaks w/ Sara Sanchez

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2024 100:17


Scott Chu (@ifthechufits) and special guest Sara Sanchez (@bcb_sara) talk about hot and cold players such as:Episode Theme: Slumps and StreaksFavorite tools for analyzing streaks and slumpsStatcast and StreaksPlayers who were good/bad in April 2023 Current Slumping PlayersLeaving them in your lineup? Benching them? Cutting them? Corbin CarrollNew expectationsAlex BregmanCorey SeagerWill BensonJonathan IndiaSpencer TorkelsonNico HoernerWhat would it take to drop these guys in a 12-team league?Nolan JonesRandy ArozarenaOneil CruzGleyber TorresNick CastellanosColton CowserWyatt LangfordChristopher MorelCurrent Streaking PlayersMike TauchmanEloy JimenezMark CanhaBrenton DoyleWilyer AbreuJordan WestburgExpectationsMiLB guysJoey LoperfidoJunior Caminero  Join: PL+ | PL ProProud member of the Pitcher List Podcast Network

H & J 99 Navigating Fantasy Baseball's Injury Minefield

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2024 53:04


Joe (@joegallina) and Scott (@iftheChufits) talk about the strategies you should be using when trying to replace rash of injured players. They give their take on players you should be targeting in the middle infield and at third base. 

H & J 98 Soto, Oswaldo, Scott & Crochet: Opening Day Weekend Observations

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2024 70:35


Joe (@joegallina) and Scott (@iftheChufits) break down some of Opening Day weekends interesting stories including the emergence of Garret Crochet, Oswaldo Cabrera and Victor Scott and if you should be looking to roster them moving forward.   They also talk about the fantasy baseball implications of the Royce Lewis injury.

H & J 97 - Tout Wars, Ohtani & Fantasy Baseball Outlook For Rookies Who Did & Didn't Make Opening Day Rosters

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2024 70:26


Joe (@joegallina) and Scott (@iftheChufits) discuss the fantasy baseball implications of the recent accusations against Shohei Ohtani's interpreter and provide their take on expected potential fantasy production from rookies who made the Opening Day roster and those who didn't but could see playing time later on this season.  

H & J 96 - Ronald Acuna Jr. Injury News, TGFBI Drafts, Shortstop Preview

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2024 92:29


Joe (@joegallina) and Scott (@iftheChufits) talk about how Ronald Acuna Jr.'s ADP will be affected by the recent injury news, compare notes on their TGFBI drafts and break down the fantasy baseball shortstop position. 

H & J 95 - Fantasy Baseball Second Base Preview

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2024 82:12


Joe (@joegallina) and Scott (@iftheChufits) break down the fantasy baseball second base position. They also talk about a recent article about Vladimir Guerrero Jr. in which he talked about how he prepared for this upcoming season differently than he has in the past.  Visit www.FactorMeals.com/hnj50 and use promo code HNJ50 to get 50% off. 

H & J 94 - Fantasy Baseball First Base Preview

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2024 77:53


Joe (@joegallina) and Scott (@iftheChufits) break down the fantasy baseball first base position. They talk about how Freddie Freeman, Bryce Harper and Matt Olson are the cream of the crop at the position as well as value picks and sleepers that you can focus on later in drafts. The guys also provide in depth analysis on what you can expect from Vladimir Guerrero Jr., Paul Goldschmidt and Triston Casas in the upcoming season.This episode is brought to you by Factor. Get 50% off of Factors home delivered meals at Factor.com/hnj50

Fantasy Baseball's 2023 Breakout Hitters & The Likelihood of a 2024 Repeat Performance

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2024 88:12


Joe (@joegallina) and Scott (@iftheChufits) discuss the fantasy baseball implications of the Dodgers addition of Teoscar Hernandez to their star studded roster including changes in the roles Michael Busch's and Matt Mervis' role in 2024.  They also analyze the 2023 seasons of last year's breakouts and try to determine if we can expect a repeat performance. 

H & J 92 MLB Rule Changes Affect On Fantasy Baseball In 2023 & Beyond

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 2024 68:50


Joe (@joegallina) and Scott (@iftheChufits) talk about how last season's MLB rule changes impacted the 2023 fantasy baseball season and how it will affect 2024 draft strategy. They also break down how Vaughn Grissom and Jarred Kelenic's fantasy value changes after the trade that sent Grissom to the Red Sox.  

H & J 91 - Ohtani, Soto & NFBC ADP

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2023 68:36


Joe (@joegallina) and Scott (@iftheChufits) discuss the fantasy baseball implications of the Shohei Ohtani signing and the Juan Soto trade to the New York Yankees. They also break down what fantasy managers can expect from Jung-hoo Lee this season and compare NFBC ADPs to Scott's hitter list rankings.Visit www.FactorMeals.com/hnj50 and use promo code HNJ50 to get 50% off. 

H & J 90 Schedules, Rookies, and Wet Blankets with Shwebsi

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2023 77:44


Hacks and Jacks - Chris Weber (@shwebsi) and Scott Chu (@ifthechufits) talk about the best strategies for closing out your head-to-head and roto leagues. They identify the teams with the best and worst hitting matchups for the rest of the season and review a handful of rookies who may (or may not) make an impact in 2023 and 2024. Players discussed in this episode include Max Kepler, Mark Canha, Nolan Jones, Davis Schneider, Zack Gelof, and many more! Join Pitcher List Plus, an ad free website and join our Discord Community Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

H & J 89 Chicken Parm Revisited & Head to Head vs. Roto League Winning Strategies

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2023 73:22


Hacks and Jacks - Joe Gallina (@joegallina) and Scott Chu (@ifthechufits) talk about the best strategies for winning your head to head and roto leagues. Players discussed in this episode include Jasson Dominguez, Austin Wells, Ronny Mauricio, Hunter Goodman and many more!!! Join Pitcher List Plus, an ad free website and join our Discord Community Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

H & J 88 Ohtani, Trout and Zone Contact: What Does It Tell Us?

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2023 77:17


Hacks and Jacks - Joe Gallina (@joegallina) and Scott Chu (@ifthechufits) break down the rest of season fantasy impact of the recent injuries to Shohei Ohtani and Mike Trout and discuss how zone contact percentage can be used as a predictive tool. Join Pitcher List Plus, an ad free website and join our Discord Community Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

H & J 87 - Expectations for Nolan Schanuel, Masyn Winn, Noelvi Marte & Wade Meckler

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 21, 2023 78:26


Hacks and Jacks - Joe Gallina (@joegallina) and Scott Chu (@ifthechufits) break down what you can expect from Nolan Schanuel, Masyn Winn, Noelvi Marte & Wade Meckler and if they should be on your fantasy baseball roster. They also talk about the tell tale signs and stats that can be used to predict future fantasy performance. Join Pitcher List Plus, an ad free website and join our Discord Community Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

H & J 86 Late Season Fantasy Baseball Roster & Lineup Construction

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2023 76:32


Hacks and Jacks - Joe Gallina (@joegallina) and Scott Chu (@ifthechufits) discuss best strategies for setting late season fantasy baseball lineups. Players discussed in this episode include Trevor Story, Josh Bell, Vladimir Guerrero Jr., Elly De La Cruz and many more!!! Join Pitcher List Plus, an ad free website and join our Discord Community Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

H & J 85 Curtis Mead, Davis Schneider, Trevor Story & MLB's Trade Deadline Fantasy Impact

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2023 71:43


Hacks and Jacks - Joe Gallina (@joegallina) and Scott Chu (@ifthechufits) break down the potential fantasy baseball impact of the recent promotions of Curtis Mead and Davis Schneider and provide a Trevor Story update including what to expect from him for the rest of the season. Players discussed in this episode include Jeimer Candelario, Ha Seong-Kim, Michael Harris and many more!!! Join Pitcher List Plus, an ad free website and join our Discord Community Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

H & J 84 MLB Trade Deadline Fantasy Baseball Implications

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2023 73:01


Hacks and Jacks - Joe Gallina (@joegallina) and Scott Chu (@ifthechufits) break down recent MLB trades and how they will effect player fantasy baseball values. Players discussed in this episode include Trea Turner, Taylor Ward, Nolan Arenado, and many more!!! Join Pitcher List Plus, an ad free website and join our Discord Community Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

H & J 83 - Sal Frelick, Christian Encarnacion-Strand & Endy Rodriguez Promotions

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2023 65:31


Hacks and Jacks - Joe Gallina (@joegallina) and Scott Chu (@ifthechufits) break down the fantasy baseball catcher position and analyze the fantasy impact of the recent promotions of Sal Frelick, Christian Encarnacion-Strand and Endy Rodriguez. Additional players discussed in this episode include Josh Naylor, Cade Marlowe, Triston Casas and many more!!! Join Pitcher List Plus, an ad free website and join our Discord Community Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

H & J 82 - Shohei's Trade Value & Zack Gelof, Tyler Soderstrom & Johan Rojas' Fantasy Baseball Outlook

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2023 82:00


Hacks and Jacks - Joe Gallina (@joegallina) and Scott Chu (@ifthechufits) break down Zack Gelof, Tyler Soderstrom and Johan Rojas' fantasy baseball potential and try to determine Shohei Ohtani's real life and fantasy baseball trade value. Players discussed in this episode include C.J. Abrams, Kerry Carpenter, Mookie Betts and many more!!! Join Pitcher List Plus, an ad free website and join our Discord Community Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

H & J 81 Chicken Parm & League Winning Fantasy Baseball Second Half Strategy

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2023 76:04


Hacks and Jacks - Joe Gallina (@joegallina) and Scott Chu (@ifthechufits) provide league winning second half fantasy baseball strategy and discuss how a dish of chicken parm jump started Anthony Volpe's season. Players discussed in this episode include Elly De La Cruz, Dominic Canzone, Christian Yelich, Colton Cowser and many more!!! Join Pitcher List Plus, an ad free website and join our Discord Community Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

H & J 80 - Fantasy Baseball's Expected Stats - Predictive, Descriptive, or Both?

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2023 90:08


Hacks and Jacks - Joe Gallina (@joegallina) and Scott Chu (@ifthechufits) talk about using Expected Stats in evaluation fantasy baseball players. Players discussed in this episode include Giancarlo Stanton, Tim Anderson, Xander Bogaerts, Jordan Westburg and many more!!! Join Pitcher List Plus, an ad free website and join our Discord Community Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

H & J 79 - Henry Davis, David Hamilton & Maikel Garcia's Stolen Base Friendly Schedule

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2023 73:16


Hacks and Jacks - Joe Gallina (@joegallina) and Scott Chu (@ifthechufits) identify baseball's top teams to stream stolen bases against and analyze the fantasy baseball potential for Henry Davis, David Hamilton and Maikel Garcia. Other players discussed in this episode include Joey Votto, Josh Lowe, Wander Franco and many more!!! Join Pitcher List Plus, an ad free website and join our Discord Community Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

H & J 78 Luis Matos, Nolan Jones, Bo Naylor & Christopher Morel's Improving Approach To The Game Of Baseball

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2023 68:31


Hacks and Jacks - Joe Gallina (@joegallina) and Scott Chu (@ifthechufits) provide their projections for Luis Matos, Bo Naylor and Nolan Jones and talk about the improvements that Christopher Morel has made to his approach as this season has progressed. Other players discussed in this episode include Gunnar Henderson, Elly De La Cruz, Jose Abreu, Nick Pratto and many more!!! Join Pitcher List Plus, an ad free website and join our Discord Community Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

H & J 77 - Deep League Fantasy Baseball Streaming Options

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2023 81:40


Hacks and Jacks - Joe Gallina (@joegallina) and Scott Chu (@ifthechufits) identify hitters who are rostered in less than 50% of fantasy baseball leagues that can can be streamed in deep leagues. Players discussed in this episode include Zach McKinstry, Will Brennan, Leody Taveras, Elly De La Cruz and many more!!! Join Pitcher List Plus, an ad free website and join our Discord Community Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

H & J 76 - The Fantasy Baseball Hitter List

Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2023 84:53


Hacks and Jacks - Joe Gallina (@joegallina) and Scott Chu (@ifthechufits) identify hitters who are moving up and down the Hitter List. Players discussed in this episode include Trea Turner, Jose Siri, Jorge Soler, Esteury Ruiz and many more!!! Join Pitcher List Plus, an ad free website and join our Discord Community Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

H & J 75 Fantasy Baseball Rookies: Short and Long Term Outlook

Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2023 68:09


Hacks and Jacks - Joe Gallina (@joegallina) and Scott Chu (@ifthechufits) identify the fantasy baseball rookies who can provide your fantasy team with the best value and productivity for the short and long term. Players discussed in this episode include Matt McLain, Elly De La Cruz, Anthony Volpe, Royce Lewis and many more!!! Join Pitcher List Plus, an ad free website and join our Discord Community Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

H & J 74 - Streaming for Stolen Bases & Short Term & Long Term Waiver Wire Strategy

Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2023 64:11


Hacks and Jacks - Joe Gallina (@joegallina) and Scott Chu (@ifthechufits) provide advice regarding waiver wire strategy that can help your fantasy team's short term and long term goals. They also explore the concept of streaming for stolen bases. Players discussed in this episode include Julio Rodriguez, Alex Kirilloff, Casey Schmitt, Dominic Fletcher and many more!!! Join Pitcher List Plus, an ad free website and join our Discord Community Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

H & J 73 - How to Evaluate Hot & Cold Players

Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2023 87:52


Hacks and Jacks - Scott Chu (@ifthechufits) and guest Chad Young (@chadyoung) talk about how to use the tools at our disposal (expected stats, rolling charts, etc.) to evaluate hot and cold hitters to determine whether it's time to take action. Players discussed in this episode include Brent Rooker, Esteury Ruiz, Miguel Vargas, Jose Abreu, LaMonte Wade Jr., and many more!!! Join Pitcher List Plus, an ad-free website and join our Discord Community Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

H & J 72 - Fantasy Baseball Hitters Who Have Caught Our Attention So Far This Season

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2023 71:25


Hacks and Jacks - Joe Gallina (@joegallina) and Scott Chu (@ifthechufits) talk about some of fantasy baseball's hottest hitters who have caught their eye and analyze if their quick starts are sustainable. Players discussed in this episode include Alec Burleson, Nolan Gorman, James Outman, Luke Raley and many more!!! Join Pitcher List Plus, an ad free website and join our Discord Community Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

H & J 71 - Early Season Trends & Fantasy Baseball Closer and FAAB $ Management

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2023 68:26


Hacks and Jacks - Joe Gallina (@joegallina) and Scott Chu (@ifthechufits) provide insight into some early season trends when it comes to stolen bases and saves and also provide advice on how to manage your FAAB dollars. Players discussed in this episode include Joey Wiemer, Kerry Carpenter, Trevor Larnach, A.J. Puk and many more!!! Join Pitcher List Plus, an ad free website and join our Discord Community Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

H & J 70 - Tout Wars Mixed League & H2H Auction Draft Recap

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2023 73:52


Hacks and Jacks - Joe Gallina (@joegallina) and Scott Chu (@ifthechufits) break down their recent H2H and mixed league Tout Wars drafts and also analyze the fantasy baseball closer position. They also identify some fantasy baseball players whose fantasy value has increased as a result of recent injuries to fantasy baseball studs. Players discussed in this episode include Anthony Volpe, Darick Hall, Scott McGough and many more!!! Join Pitcher List Plus, an ad free website and join our Discord Community Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

H & J 69 Fantasy Baseball ADP Risers & Fallers/Player Value Fluctuations By Format

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2023 74:17


Hacks and Jacks - Joe Gallina (@joegallina) and Scott Chu (@ifthechufits) identify some of fantasy baseball's recent ADP risers and fallers and discuss how player values change according to league format. Players discussed in this episode include Juan Soto, Christian Encarnacion-Strand, Jordan Walker, Chris Sale, Jake McCarthy and many more!!! Join Pitcher List Plus, an ad free website and join our Discord Community Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

H & J 68 - Pitch Clock Observations, Auction Draft Strategy & Fantasy Baseball Sleepers

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2023 75:44


Hacks and Jacks - Joe Gallina (@joegallina) and Scott Chu (@ifthechufits) provide feedback on how the pitch clock has affected some of the early preseason games, talk about auction draft strategy and identify some fantasy baseball sleepers. Players discussed in this episode include Seiya Suzuki, Eloy Jimenez, Oscar Colas, Jordan Walker, Isaac Paredes and many more!!! Join Pitcher List Plus, an ad free website and join our Discord Community Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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