Rates & Barrels: A show about fantasy baseball

Eno and DVR discuss Rafael Devers' rejection of a move to first base and answer a few mailbag questions -- including an intriguing reason the Dodgers' Stuff+ numbers may be lagging in public models -- before examining several waiver-wire options to consider ahead of the weekend. Rundown4:30 Rafael Devers Rejects a Move to First Base10:56 The New Pope is a White Sox Fan, 2025 Chances?13:15 Is Dodgers' Low Stuff+ This Season Just Being Ahead of Public Models?20:29 Why is David Robertson Still a Free Agent?22:38 Does Trent Grisham Have Shallow League Appeal?36:29 A Waiver-Wire Leaderboard for This Weekend's Bats49:39 Adjusting Age for Players Switching Roles?53:01 Weekend Pitcher LeaderboardFollow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @dvr.bsky.sociale-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno, Trevor, and DVR discuss the Pirates' decision to fire manager Derek Shelton after a 12-26 start and wonder how making a change in that role will can make an impact. Plus, they dig into the slow start for Roki Sasaki and wonder if he can improve his fastball command and make a tweak to his pitch mix on the fly to get better results over the course of his rookie campaign, before drafting struggling starting pitchers and discussing a great piece about Mariners closer Andrés Muñoz from Alex Chamberlain of FanGraphs.Rundown1:10 The Pirates Fire Manager Derek Shelton8:54 The Overall Struggles Under Bob Nutting's Ownership15:44 Injury Follow-Ups: Hunter Greene, Dylan Cease, Corbin Burnes, Yordan Alvarez & William Contreras18:30 Checking In on Roki Sasaki24:24 Comps for Roki Sasaki's Fastball32:49 What's the Role *If* the Dodgers' Rotation Gets Healthier?36:40 A Four-Round Rebound Pitchers Draft54:16 A Great Read About Andrés Muñoz'Andrés Muñoz Is an Analytical Blind Spot' by Alex Chamberlain of FanGraphs: https://blogs.fangraphs.com/andres-munoz-is-an-analytical-blind-spot/Follow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @dvr.bsky.socialFollow Trevor on Bluesky: @iamtrevormay.bsky.sociale-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisWith: Trevor MayProducer: Brian SmithExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno, DVR, and Jed discuss a brutal day at the office for Ryan Pressly and Chase Meidroth, before looking at the Orioles' sluggish start to 2025 and the rash of injuries that have played a role along the way, as well as the organization's approach to pitching. Plus, they talk about the changes in Seattle where the Mariners have put together a top-five offense to begin the season, and wonder if new philosophies will make that improvement stick all year.Rundown1:24 Ryan Pressly's Historically Bad Day13:18 Bouncing Back From a Blunder19:29 It Actually Happens...A Lot32:38 Making Sense of a 13-21 Start in Baltimore40:14 What Would You Have Done Differently?50:34 The Mariners Have Been a Top-Five OffenseFollow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @dvr.bsky.sociale-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisWith: Jed LowrieProducer: Brian SmithExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Will Sammon joins Eno and DVR to discuss the Mets' increasing distance from 'LOL Mets' thanks to their continued growth in pitching development throughout the organization. Plus, they discuss the ongoing questions around Brett Baty, Luisangel Acuña's path to lock down the second-base job, and changes to Mark Vientos' approach that haven't paid off yet. Plus, they discuss bloated ratios, Dylan Cease's bad luck to begin 2025, and Jasson Domínugez as a long-term target.Rundown2:11 Clay Holmes' Excellent Start to 20255:56 Griffin Canning's Relatively Simple Adjustments11:49 Taking Small Market Success Into a Big Budget Situation14:33 Tylor Megill's Short & Long-Term Changes17:27 David Peterson is the Mets' Andrew Abbott21:06 Questions Around the Mets' Bats27:24 Trading Bat Speed for an All-Fields Approach?37:04 Hope for Damaged ERA and WHIP?44:26 What's Going On with Dylan Cease?49:56 Jasson Domínguez: Still a Long-Term Target?Follow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @dvr.bsky.socialFollow Will on Bluesky: @willsammon.bsky.sociale-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisWith: Will SammonProducer: Brian SmithExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss the likely season-ending injury for Triston Casas among several other absences that popped up over the weekend including Yordan Alvarez, Shota Imanaga (both on the IL since recording), Freddy Peralta and Corbin Burnes. They also discuss BABIP as a tool to help find buy-low targets and pickups, and marvel at Aaron Judge's .500 BABIP to begin the season before looking at how Coby Mayo might fit on the Orioles' depth chart once they get a infielders back from the IL.Rundown3:00 Triston Casas: 2025 Season Likely Over11:19 Corbin Burnes: Early Skills Decline Followed By Shoulder Inflammation17:52 Freddy Peralta & Shota Imanaga: Leave Early w/Injuries22:16 Other News & Notes From the Weekend28:54 Inspector BABIP: Using BABIP as an Entry Point for Buy Lows & Pickups43:54 Concerns About Junior Caminero's Launch Angle?51:27 Favorite In-Season Projections54:58 Where the Money Went: Light Bidding on Coby Mayo Thanks to Upcoming Crowded Depth Chart?Follow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @dvr.bsky.sociale-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisProducer: Brian SmithExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss the surprising early May demotion to Triple-A for Jake Burger, and look at some of the biggest movers on the O-Swing% leaderboard  from 2024 to 2025. Plus, they discuss another injury for Mike Trout, Jazz Chisholm's shift to the IL, and a few intriguing names to consider on the waiver as the weekend begins.Rundown3:40 Jake Burger Optioned to Triple-A10:02 O-Swing% Changers: 2024 to 2025; The Rangers' Aggressive Approach16:59 Mike Trout Placed on the IL24:37 The Angels' Curious Late-Inning Bullpen Management30:06 Jazz Chisholm Jr.: Oblique Injury Leads to IL Trip35:19 Updates on Gelof, Ohtani, Darvish & Buehler41:15 Pitchers to Consider50:22 Shelby Miller's Path for Saves Opens UpFollow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @dvr.bsky.sociale-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisProducer: Brian SmithExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno, Trevor, and DVR discuss the strike zone, which is shrinking in 2025. They dig into why that changes have taken place and consider a few implications of that adjustment. Plus, they look at a trio of underperforming starting pitchers through the first month of the season including Zac Gallen, who may have started a turnaround Thursday against the Mets, Sandy Alcántara, and Aaron Nola. Rundown2:32 Is This Strike Zone Really Shrinking?4:36 Where Is The Strike Zone Getting Smaller?13:23 Adjusting the Game to Increase Offense & Balls in Play20:52 Walk Rates Don't Fluctuate Much29:59 Zac Gallen: Adjustments Already Happening?38:16 Sandy Alcántara: A Typical Post Tommy John Command Lag?45:14 Aaron Nola: Is the Ceiling Coming Down Again?52:00 Eno's Greatest Fear Follow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @dvr.bsky.socialFollow Trevor on Bluesky: @iamtrevormay.bsky.social e-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.com Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFe Subscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno Sarris With: Trevor May Producer: Brian Smith Executive Producer: Derek VanRiper Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Eno, Trevor, and DVR discuss the strike zone, which is shrinking in 2025. They dig into why that changes have taken place and consider a few implications of that adjustment. Plus, they look at a trio of underperforming starting pitchers through the first month of the season including Zac Gallen, who may have started a turnaround Thursday against the Mets, Sandy Alcántara, and Aaron Nola.Story from Jayson Stark, Ken Rosenthal, Eno & several writers from The Athletic MLB team ($): https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6328105Rundown2:32 Is The Strike Zone Really Shrinking?4:36 Where Is The Strike Zone Getting Smaller?13:23 Adjusting the Game to Increase Offense & Balls in Play20:52 Walk Rates Don't Fluctuate Much29:59 Zac Gallen: Adjustments Already Happening?38:16 Sandy Alcántara: A Typical Post Tommy John Command Lag?45:14 Aaron Nola: Is the Ceiling Coming Down Again?52:00 Eno's Greatest FearFollow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @dvr.bsky.socialFollow Trevor on Bluesky: @iamtrevormay.bsky.sociale-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisWith: Trevor MayProducer: Brian SmithExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno, DVR, and Jed discuss a story from David Adler of MLB.com about Aaron Judge's batting stance adjustments throughout an elite calendar year at the plate. Plus, they look at four hitters off to great starts to determine if there is more than just a fast start under the hood.Join Our Six Picks Group -- Session 2 begins Thursday May 1st!https://ottoneu.fangraphs.com/sixpicks/league/67 (password: froggy)David Adler's Batting Stance Breakdown for Aaron Judge:https://www.mlb.com/news/aaron-judge-batting-stance-change-statcast-breakdownRundown2:44 Aaron Judge's Changing Stance Around Massive Year15:15 Building a Breakout, Jacob Wilson?25:30 Jung-Hoo Lee: Producing Despite Dip in Bat Speed33:52 Jonathan Aranda: Setting In for Big Year in Tampa?46:39 Cedric Mullins: A Second Breakout at 30?Follow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @dvr.bsky.sociale-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisWith: Jed LowrieProducer: Brian SmithExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno, DVR, and Jed discuss a story from David Adler of MLB.com about Aaron Judge's batting stance adjustments throughout an elite calendar year at the plate. Plus, they look at four hitters off to great starts to determine if there is more than just a fast start under the hood. Join Our Six Picks Group -- Session 2 begins Thursday May 1st!https://ottoneu.fangraphs.com/sixpicks/league/67 (password: froggy) David Adler's Batting Stance Breakdown for Aaron Judge:https://www.mlb.com/news/aaron-judge-batting-stance-change-statcast-breakdown Rundown2:44 Aaron Judge's Changing Stance Around Massive Year15:15 Building a Breakout, Jacob Wilson?25:30 Jung-Hoo Lee: Producing Despite Dip in Bat Speed33:52 Jonathan Aranda: Setting In for Big Year in Tampa?46:39 Cedric Mullins: A Second Breakout at 30? Follow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @dvr.bsky.sociale-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.com Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFe Subscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno Sarris With: Jed Lowrie Producer: Brian Smith Executive Producer: Derek VanRiper Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Welsh joins and Eno and DVR to discuss several long-term risers and fallers as the first month of the season winds down. Is an uptick in production just around the corner for Jordan Walker as he continues to show elite bat speed? Is this the last chance to make a deal for Dylan Crews and Jordan Lawlar before everything clicks? Should you lower the ceiling expectations for Anthony Volpe? And, has Victor Scott shown enough to have an extended window as the Cardinals' primary center fielder?Rundown1:40 Can Jordan Walker Turn Elite Bat Speed Into More Production?10:26 Is Dylan Crews Ready to Click?16:59 Will Luis García Jr. Rebound Toward His 2024 Levels?22:59 Making Sense of Kyren Paris' Uneven Start32:39 Why Isn't Colt Keith Hitting (Yet)?40:42 Will Jordan Lawlar Break Through in Arizona This Season?48:17 Dialing Back on Anthony Volpe's Ceiling?53:16 Victor Scott's Step Forward57:27 Better Long-Term Outlook: Scott v. Chandler SimpsonFollow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @dvr.bsky.socialFollow Welsh on Bluesky: @isitthewelsh.bsky.sociale-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisWith: Chris WelshProducer: Brian SmithExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chris Welsh joins and Eno and DVR to discuss several long-term risers and fallers as the first month of the season winds down. Is an uptick in production just around the corner for Jordan Walker as he continues to show elite bat speed? Is this the last chance to make a deal for Dylan Crews and Jordan Lawlar before everything clicks? Should you lower the ceiling expectations for Anthony Volpe? And, has Victor Scott shown enough to have an extended window as the Cardinals' primary center fielder? Rundown1:40 Can Jordan Walker Turn Elite Bat Speed Into More Production?10:26 Is Dylan Crews Ready to Click?16:59 Will Luis García Jr. Rebound Toward His 2024 Levels?22:59 Making Sense of Kyren Paris' Uneven Start32:39 Why Isn't Colt Keith Hitting (Yet)?40:42 Will Jordan Lawlar Break Through in Arizona This Season?48:17 Dialing Back on Anthony Volpe's Ceiling?53:16 Victor Scott's Step Forward57:27 Better Long-Term Outlook: Scott v. Chandler Simpson Follow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @dvr.bsky.socialFollow Welsh on Bluesky: @isitthewelsh.bsky.social e-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.com Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFe Subscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno Sarris With: Chris Welsh Producer: Brian Smith Executive Producer: Derek VanRiper Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Eno and DVR discuss the early exit for Tyler Glasnow on Sunday due to a shoulder issue and a new favorite emerging from the Dodgers' pitching depth as they look to round out the back of their injury-plagued rotation. Plus, an impressive return for Eury Pérez in his first rehab game, a closer change in the Bronx, and mailbag questions about being cautious with velocity increases and the slow start of Brandon Nimmo, before a look at where the money went in fantasy baseball leagues this weekend. Rundown2:04 Tyler Glasnow's Early Exit & A New Favorite in Dodgers' Depth Options?9:46 Eury Pérez Makes First Rehab Start19:31 Roman Anthony: Slowed by Foot Injury24:42 Closer Chaos Continues: Luke Weaver In for Devin Williams27:07 Did We Miss on Eugenio Suárez?29:42 A Tough Break for Luke Keaschall38:12 Worry About Velocity Risers During Draft Season?49:45 What Should We Do with Brandon Nimmo?57:01 Where the Money Went: Splashy Bids: Nick Kurtz, Jordan Beck, Agustín Ramírez & Closers on the Move Follow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @dvr.bsky.sociale-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.com Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFe Subscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno Sarris Producer: Brian Smith Executive Producer: Derek VanRiper Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Eno and DVR discuss the early exit for Tyler Glasnow on Sunday due to a shoulder issue and a new favorite emerging from the Dodgers' pitching depth as they look to round out the back of their injury-plagued rotation. Plus, an impressive return for Eury Pérez in his first rehab game, a closer change in the Bronx, and mailbag questions about being cautious with velocity increases and the slow start of Brandon Nimmo, before a look at where the money went in fantasy baseball leagues this weekend.Rundown2:04 Tyler Glasnow's Early Exit & A New Favorite in Dodgers' Depth Options?9:46 Eury Pérez Makes First Rehab Start19:31 Roman Anthony: Slowed by Foot Injury24:42 Closer Chaos Continues: Luke Weaver In for Devin Williams27:07 Did We Miss on Eugenio Suárez?29:42 A Tough Break for Luke Keaschall38:12 Worry About Velocity Risers During Draft Season?49:45 What Should We Do with Brandon Nimmo?57:01 Where the Money Went: Splashy Bids: Nick Kurtz, Jordan Beck, Agustín Ramírez & Closers on the MoveFollow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @dvr.bsky.sociale-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisProducer: Brian SmithExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno, Paul Sporer & Niv Shah talk about the latest injury news around the league. They also break down some of the hot pickups/drops, Eno's new updated pitcher rankings, some waiver wire adds for the weekend and Niv's hot dog review of the Baltimore Dog.Rundown1:53- Kyle Hart has been optioned by the Padres7:48- Joc Pederson- should he stay or should he go?11:21- Kumar Rocker heads to the IL12:05- Willi Castro's oblique is hurting12:45- Is it Cade Smith time in Cleveland?15:46- Some good and bad news for the Royals19:31- Niv Shah joins the show to talk hot dogs & hot moves24:30-Who are the big pickups & drops of the week/weekend35:58-Eno's updated pitchers rankings53:48-Waiver wire adds for the weekendFollow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @dvr.bsky.sociale-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Eno Sarris & Paul SporerWith: Niv ShahProducer: Brian SmithExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Eno, Paul Sporer & Niv Shah talk about the latest injury news around the league. They also break down some of the hot pickups/drops, Eno's new updated pitcher rankings, some waiver wire adds for the weekend and Niv's hot dog review of the Baltimore Dog.Rundown1:53- Kyle Hart has been optioned by the Padres7:48- Joc Pederson- should he stay or should he go?11:21- Kumar Rocker heads to the IL12:05- Willi Castro's oblique is hurting12:45- Is it Cade Smith time in Cleveland?15:46- Some good and bad news for the Royals19:31- Niv Shah joins the show to talk hot dogs & hot moves24:30-Who are the big pickups & drops of the week/weekend35:58-Eno's updated pitchers rankings53:48-Waiver wire adds for the weekendFollow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @dvr.bsky.sociale-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Eno Sarris & Paul SporerWith: Niv ShahProducer: Brian SmithExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno, Trevor, and DVR discuss the Orioles' slow start and mounting pitching injuries and wonder -- is this a 2025 playoff team? Plus, they dig into four fast-starting pitchers in search of potential breakouts, and how teams can try to combat increasingly aggressive basestealers within the constraints of the pitch clock and limited disengagements. Rundown6:44 Do You Expect the Orioles to Make the Playoffs?13:56 Tylor Megill: New Breaking Balls Supporting a Breakout?22:52 Casey Mize: Delivering on the 1.1 Potential?27:38 Kris Bubic: A New Sustainable Mix in the Royals' Rotation?34:00 Hayden Wesneski: What's New in Houston?41:46 How Can Pitchers & Catchers Slow Down Basestealers?1:04:17 Name! That! Dude! (2025 Record: Trevor 3, Eno 0)Follow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @dvr.bsky.socialFollow Trevor on Bluesky: @iamtrevormay.bsky.sociale-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisWith: Trevor MayProducer: Brian SmithExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno, Trevor, and DVR discuss the Orioles' slow start and mounting pitching injuries and wonder -- is this a 2025 playoff team? Plus, they dig into four fast-starting pitchers in search of potential breakouts, and how teams can try to combat increasingly aggressive basestealers within the constraints of the pitch clock and limited disengagements. Rundown 6:44 Do You Expect the Orioles to Make the Playoffs? 13:56 Tylor Megill: New Breaking Balls Supporting a Breakout? 22:52 Casey Mize: Delivering on the 1.1 Potential? 27:38 Kris Bubic: A New Sustainable Mix in the Royals' Rotation? 34:00 Hayden Wesneski: What's New in Houston? 41:46 How Can Pitchers & Catchers Slow Down Basestealers? 1:04:17 Name! That! Dude! (2025 Record: Trevor 3, Eno 0) Follow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.social Follow DVR on Bluesky: @dvr.bsky.social Follow Trevor on Bluesky: @iamtrevormay.bsky.social e-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.com Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFe Subscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno Sarris With: Trevor May Producer: Brian Smith Executive Producer: Derek VanRiper Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Eno, DVR, and Jed discuss news and notes from around the league including injuries for Emmanuel Clase and Cristopher Sánchez and MLB's biggest three-team rivalries, before digging into the new-look Mariners' offense and Julio Rodriguez's slow start on the heels of a slight downturn at the plate in 2024.Rundown4:20 MLB's Biggest Hate Triangle9:17 Why Night Games on Getaway Day are Suboptimal15:52 Astros Considering Cam Smith in Center Field?20:13 The Mariners Hitters Are Changing(Related Reading from 'Leaky Barn': https://swingsandtakes.com/250421-the-mariners-offense-is-rolling)25:51 Will Julio Rodríguez Click Again Soon?31:28 Time to Make Another Adjustment on Pitches Away?42:38 Does Closing Up Stance Help Slim Your Platoon Split?Follow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @dvr.bsky.sociale-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisWith: Jed LowrieProducer: Brian SmithExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno, DVR, and Jed discuss news and notes from around the league including injuries for Emmanuel Clase and Cristopher Sánchez and MLB's biggest three-team rivalries, before digging into the new-look Mariners' offense and Julio Rodriguez's slow start on the heels of a slight downturn at the plate in 2024. Rundown 4:20 MLB's Biggest Hate Triangle 9:17 Why Night Games on Getaway Day are Suboptimal 15:52 Astros Considering Cam Smith in Center Field? 20:13 The Mariners Hitters Are Changing (Related Reading from 'Leaky Barn': https://swingsandtakes.com/250421-the-mariners-offense-is-rolling) 25:51 Will Julio Rodríguez Click Again Soon? 31:28 Time to Make Another Adjustment on Pitches Away? 42:38 Does Closing Up Stance Help Slim Your Platoon Split? Follow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.social Follow DVR on Bluesky: @dvr.bsky.social e-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.com Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFe Subscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno Sarris With: Jed Lowrie Producer: Brian Smith Executive Producer: Derek VanRiper Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

C. Trent Rosecrans joins Eno and DVR to discuss the Reds -- including Andrew Abbott's fast start and track record of posting ERAs below his projections -- the ascent of Hunter Greene, Nick Lodolo's missing strikeouts amidst good results, and questions around the quality and depth of the Cincinnati bullpen. Plus, they examine the profile of Nick Kurtz, who has been promoted to the big leagues by the A's less than a year after he was drafted fourth overall out of Wake Forest. Rundown2:06 Please Help Us Understand Andrew Abbott9:00 Jose Trevino's Impact on the Staff & Clubhouse12:08 The Little Adjustment Paying Off for Hunter Greene18:11 Nick Lodolo's Missing Strikeouts22:05 Nick Martinez as a Great Fit27:07 What's Going On with the Reds' Bullpen?34:15 Nick Kurtz Gets the Call from the A's45:53 Craig Yoho Joins the Brewers' Relief Corps & Logan Henderson's Outlook54:00 Brandon Young is Back in the Mix for the OriolesFollow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @dvr.bsky.socialFollow Trent on Bluesky: @ctrent.bsky.sociale-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisWith: C. Trent RosecransProducer: Brian SmithExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

C. Trent Rosecrans joins Eno and DVR to discuss the Reds -- including Andrew Abbott's fast start and track record of posting ERAs below his projections -- the ascent of Hunter Greene, Nick Lodolo's missing strikeouts amidst good results, and questions around the quality and depth of the Cincinnati bullpen. Plus, they examine the profile of Nick Kurtz, who has been promoted to the big leagues by the A's less than a year after he was drafted fourth overall out of Wake Forest. Rundown 2:06 Please Help Us Understand Andrew Abbott 9:00 Jose Trevino's Impact on the Staff & Clubhouse 12:08 The Little Adjustment Paying Off for Hunter Greene 18:11 Nick Lodolo's Missing Strikeouts 22:05 Nick Martinez as a Great Fit 27:07 What's Going On with the Reds' Bullpen? 34:15 Nick Kurtz Gets the Call from the A's 45:53 Craig Yoho Joins the Brewers' Relief Corps & Logan Henderson's Outlook 54:00 Brandon Young is Back in the Mix for the Orioles Follow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.social Follow DVR on Bluesky: @dvr.bsky.social Follow Trent on Bluesky: @ctrent.bsky.social e-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.com Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFe Subscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno Sarris With: C. Trent Rosecrans Producer: Brian Smith Executive Producer: Derek VanRiper Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Eno and DVR discuss the promotion of Chandler Simpson by the Rays and attempt to determine how his short-term outlook for playing time and long-term ceiling will come together. Plus, they dig into mailbag questions about the early struggles of Devin Williams and Emmanuel Clase, making the choice between slow-starting bats and surging waiver-wire options in shallow leagues, and where the money went (beyond Chandler Simpson) with fantasy aseball pickups from the weekend. Rundown 4:11 Chandler Simpson Gets the Call 11:24 Finding Roto Comps for a Unique Set of Skills 15:41: Other Injury News & Notes From the Weekend 24:56 A Wild Friday Afternoon at Wrigley 30:44 Struggling First Basemen v. Potential Waiver-Wire Upgrades 41:55 The Slow Starts of Devin Williams & Emmanuel Clase 51:29 Where the Money Went: Making Sense of Weekend Waiver Pickups Follow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.social Follow DVR on Bluesky: @dvr.bsky.social e-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.com Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFe Subscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno Sarris Producer: Brian Smith Executive Producer: Derek VanRiper Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Eno and DVR discuss the promotion of Chandler Simpson by the Rays and attempt to determine how his short-term outlook for playing time and long-term ceiling will come together. Plus, they dig into mailbag questions about the early struggles of Devin Williams and Emmanuel Clase, making the choice between slow-starting bats and surging waiver-wire options in shallow leagues, and where the money went (beyond Chandler Simpson) with fantasy aseball pickups from the weekend.Rundown4:11 Chandler Simpson Gets the Call11:24 Finding Roto Comps for a Unique Set of Skills15:41: Other Injury News & Notes From the Weekend24:56 A Wild Friday Afternoon at Wrigley30:44 Struggling First Basemen v. Potential Waiver-Wire Upgrades41:55 The Slow Starts of Devin Williams & Emmanuel Clase51:29 Where the Money Went: Making Sense of Weekend Waiver PickupsFollow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @dvr.bsky.sociale-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisProducer: Brian SmithExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss the setback for Grayson Rodriguez and the fallout for the Orioles' rotation, the promotion of Luke Keaschall as the Twins deal with a few injuries on their depth chart, and weekend waiver pickups to consider with Ottoneu found and Rates & Barrels Senior Hot Dog Correspondent Niv Shah. Rundown1:09 Grayson Rodriguez Has a Setback10:34 Luke Keaschall Gets the Call to the Twins16:57 Prospect of the Week25:57 What's Driving the Interest in Tyler Mahle?28:48 Matthew Liberatore: Post-Hype Sleeper?30:48 Austin Hays: Underrated Pickup in Cincinnati; The Reds' Crowd35:54: Behold...."The L.A. Dog"!42:32 Jo Adell's Chances of a 2025 Breakout47:38 Tanner Bibee's Early Struggles49:50 A $1 Bet on Science53:26 Other Weekend Waiver Targets to ConsiderFollow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @dvr.bsky.socialFollow Niv on Bluesky: @ottoneu.bsky.sociale-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisGuest: Niv ShahExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss the setback for Grayson Rodriguez and the fallout for the Orioles' rotation, the promotion of Luke Keaschall as the Twins deal with a few injuries on their depth chart, and weekend waiver pickups to consider with Ottoneu found and Rates & Barrels Senior Hot Dog Correspondent Niv Shah. Rundown 1:09 Grayson Rodriguez Has a Setback 10:34 Luke Keaschall Gets the Call to the Twins 16:57 Prospect of the Week 25:57 What's Driving the Interest in Tyler Mahle? 28:48 Matthew Liberatore: Post-Hype Sleeper? 30:48 Austin Hays: Underrated Pickup in Cincinnati; The Reds' Crowd 35:54: Behold...."The L.A. Dog"! 42:32 Jo Adell's Chances of a 2025 Breakout 47:38 Tanner Bibee's Early Struggles 49:50 A $1 Bet on Science 53:26 Other Weekend Waiver Targets to Consider Follow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.social Follow DVR on Bluesky: @dvr.bsky.social Follow Niv on Bluesky: @ottoneu.bsky.social e-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.com Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFe Subscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno Sarris Guest: Niv Shah Executive Producer: Derek VanRiper Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Eno, Trevor, and DVR discuss the return of Spencer Strider before digging into Eno's recent story with Britt Ghiroli and Jen McCaffrey examining the progress of hitting tech and development and the efforts to close the gap on pitching. Plus, they discuss the challenge of game-planning for Jacob Wilson, and the early struggles of Gavin Williams. Eno's story with Britt & Jen ($): https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6270614Rundown1:00 Spencer Strider's Return From Internal Brace Surgery8:56 Fatigue Likely a Factor on Wednesday15:35 Is Hitting Development Catching Up to Pitching?29:25 How I'd Pitch This Guy: Jacob Wilson43:54 What's Behind Gavin Williams' Early Struggles?51:38 Ambushed! Eno-Proof Trivia?!Follow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @dvr.bsky.socialFollow Trevor on Bluesky: @iamtrevormay.bsky.sociale-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisWith: Trevor MayExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno, Trevor, and DVR discuss the return of Spencer Strider before digging into Eno's recent story with Britt Ghiroli and Jen McCaffrey examining the progress of hitting tech and development and the efforts to close the gap on pitching. Plus, they discuss the challenge of game-planning for Jacob Wilson, and the early struggles of Gavin Williams. Eno's story with Britt & Jen ($): https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6270614 Rundown 1:00 Spencer Strider's Return From Internal Brace Surgery 8:56 Fatigue Likely a Factor on Wednesday 15:35 Is Hitting Development Catching Up to Pitching? 29:25 How I'd Pitch This Guy: Jacob Wilson 43:54 What's Behind Gavin Williams' Early Struggles? 51:38 Ambushed! Eno-Proof Trivia?! Follow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.social Follow DVR on Bluesky: @dvr.bsky.social Follow Trevor on Bluesky: @iamtrevormay.bsky.social e-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.com Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFe Subscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno Sarris With: Trevor May Executive Producer: Derek VanRiper Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Eno, DVR, and Jed discuss baseball's annual celebration of Jackie Robinson Day, before examining the Cubs' decision to demote Matt Shaw at Triple-A, the challenge of balancing present needs with long-term player development, and expectations for a trio of fast-starting starting hitters - including Ben Rice, Spencer Torkelson, and Tyler Soderstrom.Rundown1:44 Baseball Celebrates Jackie Robinson Day5:53 Matt Shaw Optioned to Triple-A10:10 An Unusually Closed Stance & Foot Position16:52 What Is Fixable at MLB Level, What Requires a Demotion?22:00 Cam Smith & Aggressive Timetables31:05 Player Development Is Not Linear: Ben Rice v. Tyler Soderstrom v. Spencer Torkelson49:05 Best Bet for Long-Term Success?Follow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @dvr.bsky.sociale-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisWith: Jed LowrieProducer: Brian SmithExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno, DVR, and Jed discuss baseball's annual celebration of Jackie Robinson Day, before examining the Cubs' decision to demote Matt Shaw at Triple-A, the challenge of balancing present needs with long-term player development, and expectations for a trio of fast-starting starting hitters - including Ben Rice, Spencer Torkelson, and Tyler Soderstrom. Rundown 1:44 Baseball Celebrates Jackie Robinson Day 5:53 Matt Shaw Optioned to Triple-A 10:10 An Unusually Closed Stance & Foot Position 16:52 What Is Fixable at MLB Level, What Requires a Demotion? 22:00 Cam Smith & Aggressive Timetables 31:05 Player Development Is Not Linear: Ben Rice v. Tyler Soderstrom v. Spencer Torkelson 49:05 Best Bet for Long-Term Success? Follow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.social Follow DVR on Bluesky: @dvr.bsky.social e-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.com Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFe Subscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno Sarris With: Jed Lowrie Producer: Brian Smith Executive Producer: Derek VanRiper Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lance Brozdowski joins Eno and DVR to discuss new pitches that should make a big long-term difference including changes to Max Fried's sinker and a larger change to Max Meyer's overall arsenal, before looking at a few Triple-A standouts and explaining why it's so difficult to analyze pitching with different baseballs in play until pitchers reach Triple-A.Rundown2:00 Max Fried's Adjusted Two-Seamer7:05 Dylan Cease's New Changeup (and Sinker)14:59 Projecting the Long-Term Outlook & Free Agent Contract for Cease19:31 Max Meyer's Big Changes27:35 Joe Boyle's Chances as a Long-Term Starter32:52 The Value Added From New Pitches38:22 Running Models with Missing Pieces40:35 Intriguing Pitchers at Triple-A Right Now52:09 Different Baseballs Prior to Triple-A59:07 How Long Does an Edge Last at the Major League Level?Follow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @dvr.bsky.socialFollow Lance on Bluesky: @lancebroz.bsky.sociale-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisWith: Lance BrozdowskiProducer: Brian SmithExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Lance Brozdowski joins Eno and DVR to discuss new pitches that should make a big long-term difference including changes to Max Fried's sinker and a larger change to Max Meyer's overall arsenal, before looking at a few Triple-A standouts and explaining why it's so difficult to analyze pitching with different baseballs in play until pitchers reach Triple-A. Rundown 2:00 Max Fried's Adjusted Two-Seamer 7:05 Dylan Cease's New Changeup (and Sinker) 14:59 Projecting the Long-Term Outlook & Free Agent Contract for Cease 19:31 Max Meyer's Big Changes 27:35 Joe Boyle's Chances as a Long-Term Starter 32:52 The Value Added From New Pitches 38:22 Running Models with Missing Pieces 40:35 Intriguing Pitchers at Triple-A Right Now 52:09 Different Baseballs Prior to Triple-A 59:07 How Long Does an Edge Last at the Major League Level? Follow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.social Follow DVR on Bluesky: @dvr.bsky.social Follow Lance on Bluesky: @lancebroz.bsky.social e-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.com Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFe Subscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno Sarris With: Lance Brozdowski Producer: Brian Smith Executive Producer: Derek VanRiper Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Eno and DVR discuss a big weekend for the Cubs, who took two of three from the Dodgers in Los Angeles including a blowout on Saturday night, but revealed that Justin Steele will have season-ending arm surgery. They discuss the need for more pitching in Chicago even prior to Steele's injury, and add the Cubs to the Sandy Alcantara sweepstakes. Plus, they discuss what a Pete Crow-Armstrong extension might look like down the road after the two sides put negotiations on hold, and look at changes for Joe Boyle and where the money went in fantasy baseball leagues this weekend. Rundown 6:06 Justin Steele to Undergo Season-Ending Arm Surgery 12:42 Pete Crow-Armstrong and a Future Extension with Cubs 16:59 Eno's Concerns About Ben Brown's Two-Pitch Mix 19:48 CJ Abrams' Nice Start Slowed by IL Stint 23:51 Other News & Notes: Changes for Joe Boyle? 33:43 Level of Concern with Christian Walker, Mark Vientos, Jake Burger and Matt Shaw 40:53 The Early Struggles of Tomoyuki Sugano 46:29 Where the Money Went: Making Sense of Weekend Waiver Pickups Follow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.social Follow DVR on Bluesky: @dvr.bsky.social e-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.com Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFe Subscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno Sarris Producer: Brian Smith Executive Producer: Derek VanRiper Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Eno and DVR discuss a big weekend for the Cubs, who took two of three from the Dodgers in Los Angeles including a blowout on Saturday night, but revealed that Justin Steele will have season-ending arm surgery. They discuss the need for more pitching in Chicago even prior to Steele's injury, and add the Cubs to the Sandy Alcantara sweepstakes. Plus, they discuss what a Pete Crow-Armstrong extension might look like down the road after the two sides put negotiations on hold, and look at changes for Joe Boyle and where the money went in fantasy baseball leagues this weekend.Rundown6:06 Justin Steele to Undergo Season-Ending Arm Surgery12:42 Pete Crow-Armstrong and a Future Extension with Cubs16:59 Eno's Concerns About Ben Brown's Two-Pitch Mix19:48 CJ Abrams' Nice Start Slowed by IL Stint23:51 Other News & Notes: Changes for Joe Boyle?33:43 Level of Concern with Christian Walker, Mark Vientos, Jake Burger and Matt Shaw40:53 The Early Struggles of Tomoyuki Sugano46:29 Where the Money Went: Making Sense of Weekend Waiver PickupsFollow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @dvr.bsky.sociale-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisProducer: Brian SmithExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno and DVR discuss the Twins' contemplation of a six-man rotation to potentially incorporate David Festa and Zebby Matthews into their starting mix, the Brewers' heavy use of fastballs for third season in a row and why (beyond a rash of injuries) they might have been interested in Quinn Priester. Plus, they look at early playing time splits from job battles and expected platoons, and answer mailbag questions about Steinbrenner Field in the summer, Tony Gonsolin's pre-injury drop-off, Justin Verlander's first few starts as a Giant, and a few intriguing names to monitor on the waiver wire this weekend. Rundown 2:37 Twins Considering a Six-Man Rotation 6:07 Brewers Leading the League in Fastballs, Again Curt Hogg's Story at the Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel ($): https://bit.ly/brewersfb 15:08 What Did the Brewers See in Quinn Priester? Mario Delgado Genzor's Piece at Baseball Prospectus ($): https://bit.ly/BPPriester 20:42 Early Playing Time Splits 32:38 Summer Expectations for Steinbrenner Field 40:10 Tony Gonsolin's Pre-Injury Slide, Expectations for 2025 43:15 What Are You Seeing with Justin Verlander? 46:21 Prospect of the Week, 2025 Debut! 51:50 Other Weekend Waiver Targets to Consider Follow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.social Follow DVR on Bluesky: @dvr.bsky.social e-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.com Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFe Subscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno Sarris Producer: Brian Smith Executive Producer: Derek VanRiper Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Eno and DVR discuss the Twins' contemplation of a six-man rotation to potentially incorporate David Festa and Zebby Matthews into their starting mix, the Brewers' heavy use of fastballs for third season in a row and why (beyond a rash of injuries) they might have been interested in Quinn Priester. Plus, they look at early playing time splits from job battles and expected platoons, and answer mailbag questions about Steinbrenner Field in the summer, Tony Gonsolin's pre-injury drop-off, Justin Verlander's first few starts as a Giant, and a few intriguing names to monitor on the waiver wire this weekend.Rundown2:37 Twins Considering a Six-Man Rotation6:07 Brewers Leading the League in Fastballs, AgainCurt Hogg's Story at the Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel ($): https://bit.ly/brewersfb15:08 What Did the Brewers See in Quinn Priester?Mario Delgado Genzor's Piece at Baseball Prospectus ($): https://bit.ly/BPPriester20:42 Early Playing Time Splits32:38 Summer Expectations for Steinbrenner Field40:10 Tony Gonsolin's Pre-Injury Slide, Expectations for 202543:15 What Are You Seeing with Justin Verlander?46:21 Prospect of the Week, 2025 Debut!51:50 Other Weekend Waiver Targets to ConsiderFollow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @dvr.bsky.sociale-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisProducer: Brian SmithExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno, Trevor, and DVR discuss the surging Kyren Paris and strange feats, in the face of Jesse Chavez signing with Atlanta for the *sixth* time in his career. Plus, they look at several pitchers that have significantly altered their arm angle this season in pursuit of staying health -- including Garrett Crochet, Paul Skenes, and Cole Ragans -- MacKenzie Gore's excellent start to the 2025 campaign, and they play the third installment in this season's 'Name That Dude!' series. Rundown 1:55 Kyren Paris' Red-Hot Start Continues 7:19 Jesse Chavez's New MLB Record 14:03 The Relationship Between Arm Angle & Health 18:40 A Look at Garrett Crochet's Changes 24:05 Paul Skenes' Adjustments 28:40 Biggest Arm Angle Changes From 2024 to 2025 41:32 Is MacKenzie Gore Making the Leap in 2025? 48:47 Name! That! Dude! (Season Series entering 4.10.25: Trevor 2, Eno 0) Follow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.social Follow DVR on Bluesky: @dvr.bsky.social Follow Trevor on Bluesky: @iamtrevormay.bsky.social e-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.com Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFe Subscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno Sarris With: Trevor May Producer: Brian Smith Executive Producer: Derek VanRiper  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Eno, Trevor, and DVR discuss the surging Kyren Paris and strange feats, in the face of Jesse Chavez signing with Atlanta for the *sixth* time in his career. Plus, they look at several pitchers that have significantly altered their arm angle this season in pursuit of staying health -- including Garrett Crochet, Paul Skenes, and Cole Ragans -- MacKenzie Gore's excellent start to the 2025 campaign, and they play the third installment in this season's 'Name That Dude!' series.Rundown1:55 Kyren Paris' Red-Hot Start Continues7:19 Jesse Chavez's New MLB Record14:03 The Relationship Between Arm Angle & Health18:40 A Look at Garrett Crochet's Changes24:05 Paul Skenes' Adjustments28:40 Biggest Arm Angle Changes From 2024 to 202541:32 Is MacKenzie Gore Making the Leap in 2025?48:47 Name! That! Dude! (Season Series entering 4.10.25: Trevor 2, Eno 0)Follow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @dvr.bsky.socialFollow Trevor on Bluesky: @iamtrevormay.bsky.sociale-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisWith: Trevor MayProducer: Brian SmithExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eno, DVR, and Jed take a spin around the league as April injuries pile up, and take a deep dive into a matchup between José Ramírez and José Soriano from Friday's Guardians-Angels matchup. Plus, they answer a mailbag question inquiring about team's patience with switch hitters despite poor splits, inspired by Elly De La Cruz. Rundown 1:06 Jackson Merrill to the IL; Early Exits for Fernando Tatis Jr. & Jake Cronenworth 6:50 The Long-Term Maintenance From Previous Injuries 10:20 An Update on Victor Robles' Shoulder Injury 17:19 Other News & Notes: Matt McLain, Ketel Marte & Pablo López 23:30 Should Every Monday Be an 'Off-Day'? 26:40 Octavio Dotel Passes Away Following Nightclub Collapse 27:56 Did José Ramírez Set Up José Soriano? 37:59 Hitters Facing Pitchers Over Time 44:42 Why Are Teams So Patient with Struggling Switch Hitters? Follow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.social Follow DVR on Bluesky: @dvr.bsky.social e-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.com Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFe Subscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno Sarris With: Jed Lowrie Producer: Brian Smith Executive Producer: Derek VanRiper Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Eno, DVR, and Jed take a spin around the league as April injuries pile up, and take a deep dive into a matchup between José Ramírez and José Soriano from Friday's Guardians-Angels matchup. Plus, they answer a mailbag question inquiring about team's patience with switch hitters despite poor splits, inspired by Elly De La Cruz.Rundown1:06 Jackson Merrill to the IL; Early Exits for Fernando Tatis Jr. & Jake Cronenworth6:50 The Long-Term Maintenance From Previous Injuries10:20 An Update on Victor Robles' Shoulder Injury17:19 Other News & Notes: Matt McLain, Ketel Marte & Pablo López23:30 Should Every Monday Be an 'Off-Day'?26:40 Octavio Dotel Passes Away Following Nightclub Collapse27:56 Did José Ramírez Set Up José Soriano?37:59 Hitters Facing Pitchers Over Time44:42 Why Are Teams So Patient with Struggling Switch Hitters?Follow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @dvr.bsky.sociale-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisWith: Jed LowrieProducer: Brian SmithExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jen McCaffrey joins Eno and DVR to discuss a two-month stretch for the Red Sox that has been packed with a year's worth of storylines including the offseason odyssey of Rafael Devers following should injuries in 2024, the arrival of Alex Bregman, the debut and extension of Kristian Campbell, and much more. Plus, they look back at the showdown between two aces in San Francisco as Hunter Greene is laying the groundwork for another excellent season atop the Reds' rotation.Rundown1:02 Making Sense of Rafael Devers' Slow Start & Week 2 Turnaround7:40 Clubhouse Dynamics w/Alex Bregman's Arrival16:32 Kristian Campbell's Path to Opening Day & an Eight-Year Extension20:48 Questions Around the Boston Rotation27:35 Jarren Duran Opens Up About Mental Health Struggles31:39 Another Orioles Pitching Injury?36:56 Did We Underrate Hunter Greene's 2024 Breakout?52:14 Concerns About Christian Yelich's Sprint & Bat Speed?If you or someone you know is having thoughts of suicide, call or text 988 for the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, or contact the Crisis Text Line by texting TALK to 741741.Follow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @dvr.bsky.socialFollow Jen on Bluesky: @jcmccaffrey.bsky.sociale-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisWith: Jen McCaffreyProducer: Brian SmithExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jen McCaffrey joins Eno and DVR to discuss a two-month stretch for the Red Sox that has been packed with a year's worth of storylines including the offseason odyssey of Rafael Devers following should injuries in 2024, the arrival of Alex Bregman, the debut and extension of Kristian Campbell, and much more. Plus, they look back at the showdown between two aces in San Francisco as Hunter Greene is laying the groundwork for another excellent season atop the Reds' rotation. Rundown 1:02 Making Sense of Rafael Devers' Slow Start & Week 2 Turnaround 7:40 Clubhouse Dynamics w/Alex Bregman's Arrival 16:32 Kristian Campbell's Path to Opening Day & an Eight-Year Extension 20:48 Questions Around the Boston Rotation 27:35 Jarren Duran Opens Up About Mental Health Struggles 31:39 Another Orioles Pitching Injury? 36:56 Did We Underrate Hunter Greene's 2024 Breakout? 52:14 Concerns About Christian Yelich's Sprint & Bat Speed? If you or someone you know is having thoughts of suicide, call or text 988 for the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, or contact the Crisis Text Line by texting TALK to 741741. Follow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.social Follow DVR on Bluesky: @dvr.bsky.social Follow Jen on Bluesky: @jcmccaffrey.bsky.social e-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.com Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFe Subscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno Sarris With: Jen McCaffrey Producer: Brian Smith Executive Producer: Derek VanRiper Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices