Podcast appearances and mentions of David Peterson

Wins Above Fantasy – Van Burnett (@Van_Verified) and Steve Gesuele (@stav8818) discuss players who have performed best since the All-Star break, identifying the underlying skill changes they believe are real and what those improvements could mean for the rest of the season. Intro —  0:00 Jackson Merrill — 3:30 Austin Riley — 12:23 Ceddanne Rafaela — 18:00 Fernando Tatis Jr. — 23:00 Wilyer Abreu — 28:00 Griffin Conine — 37:05 Nolan McLean — 40:30 David Peterson — 45:50 Roki Sasaki — 49:55 Troy Melton — 56:00 Trevor Rogers — 58:34 Brandon Pfaadt — 1:01:50 Eury Pérez — 1:05:00 Join Our Discord & Support The Show: PL+ | PL Pro - Get 15% off Yearly with code PODCASTProud member of the Pitcher List Fantasy Baseball Podcast Network Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On The Wire With the August 3rd MLB trade deadline bearing down, Adam and Kevin work through an unusually heavy injury news day. The back half is built around FAAB strategy for the stretch run: where to spend on power, speed, and volume/ratio pitching with only eight FAAB Sundays left, plus a reminder to raise your risk tolerance the further back you are in the standings. Welcome and News (0:00:00–0:20:00) Cody Bellinger exits Saturday's game with an apparent leg injury sliding into second base Players Discussed: Cody Bellinger, Max Schuemann, Jasson Domínguez, Spencer Jones Dodgers expect Enrique Hernández and Edwin Díaz back from the IL this week Players Discussed: Enrique Hernández, Edwin Díaz, Mookie Betts, Tommy Edman, Kyle Tucker, Teoscar Hernández, Max Muncy Connor Prielipp rejoins the Twins rotation for Sunday's start Players Discussed: Connor Prielipp, Joe Ryan, Taj Bradley, Zebby Matthews Rangers place Josh Jung on the IL, recall Josh Smith Players Discussed: Josh Jung, Josh Smith, Ezequiel Duran Astros lose Spencer Arrighetti to the IL, call up Bryan King Players Discussed: Spencer Arrighetti, Bryan King, Ethan Pecko, Ronel Blanco More News (0:20:00–0:50:00) Mets place Juan Soto on the IL with a calf strain Players Discussed: Juan Soto, Jorge Polanco, Brett Baty, Luis Robert Jr. Jr., Carson Benge, Eric Wagaman, Jared Young Rays activate Steven Matz, option Chris Roycroft to Triple-A Players Discussed: Steven Matz, Chris Roycroft, Griffin Jax, Ian Seymour, Shane McClanahan, Nick Martinez, Drew Rasmussen Addison Barger done for the season after elbow surgery Players Discussed: Addison Barger Cody Bellinger's injury confirmed as a hamstring strain Players Discussed: Cody Bellinger Matt McLain heads out on a rehab assignment for the Reds Players Discussed: Matt McLain, Edwin Arroyo, Ke'Bryan Hayes, Eugenio Suárez Brewers get David Hamilton back, muddying the infield timeshare Players Discussed: David Hamilton, Cooper Pratt, Joey Ortiz, Braden Shewmake Orioles' catching situation worsens as Samuel Basallo joins Rutschman on the IL Players Discussed: Adley Rutschman, Samuel Basallo, Jonathan Rodriguez, Chadwick Tromp, Sam Huff Athletics lose J.T. Ginn to the IL, recall Mason Barnett Players Discussed: J.T. Ginn, Mason Barnett José Ramírez activated, Khalil Watson optioned back to Triple-A Players Discussed: José Ramírez, Khalil Watson, Daniel Schneemann, Angel Martínez, Gabriel Arias Wyatt Langford exits Saturday's game, awaiting X-ray results Players Discussed: Wyatt Langford, Alejandro Osuna Atlanta gets Martín Pérez back, options JR Ritchie Players Discussed: Martín Pérez, JR Ritchie, Bryce Elder Royals trade for Nate Pearson, place Bobby Witt Jr.. on the IL Players Discussed: Nate Pearson, Max Martin, Bobby Witt Jr.., Andrew Velazquez, Nick Loftin, Tyler Tolbert, Konnor Griffin, Josh Rojas Tigers place Jack Flaherty on the IL, recall Ty Madden Players Discussed: Jack Flaherty, Ty Madden, Keider Montero, Troy Melton, Tarik Skubal, Casey Mize, Framber Valdez FAAB Recommendations, Hitters (0:50:00–1:10:00) Power (RBI, HR) Players Discussed: Christian Encarnacion-Strand, Nelson Velázquez, Ty France, Tommy White, Nick Loftin Speed (SB, R) Players Discussed: Anthony Seigler, David Hamilton, Jim Jarvis, Victor Robles, Dane Myers, Leody Taveras, Taylor Walls, Mauricio Dubón, Brewer Hicklen, Mike Yastrzemski, Ronald Acuña Jr. Jr. Opportunity (AB, AVG) Players Discussed: Spencer Horwitz, Jake Mangum, Konnor Griffin, Jake Cronenworth, Sung-mun Song FAAB Recommendations, Pitchers (1:10:00–1:20:00) Volume (Wins, Ks) Players Discussed: Tyler Mahle, J.P. Sears, Tomoyuki Sugano, Brady Singer, Colin Rea, David Peterson, Carson Whisenhunt, Kohl Drake, Luinder Avila Ratios (ERA, WHIP) Players Discussed: Dylan Dodd Closers (Saves) Players Discussed: Carlos Estévez, Ryan Zeferjahn, Andrés Muñoz, Dennis Santana Wild Card and Closing Advice (1:20:00–1:30:00) Joshua Baez headlines the stash watch list as the trade deadline nears, with Pedro Ramirez already cutting into playing time in Chicago Players Discussed: Joshua Baez, Kristian Campbell, Pedro Ramirez, Michael Conforto, James Triantos Spend FAAB, raise risk Join Our Discord & Support The Show: PL+ | PL Pro - Get 15% off Yearly with code PODCASTProud member of the Pitcher List Fantasy Baseball Podcast Network Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In the final hour of today's show, Mike Mulligan and David Haugh were joined by Chicago Cubs pitching coach, Tommy Hottovy on the latest on the Cubs' pitching staff. Later, Mully and Haugh react to Pat Hughes and Ron Coomer on position players coming in the game to pitch.

Griffin Warner talks betting for July 9th. Griffin Warner opens episode 61 of What I Bet on a winning note, cashing the Marlins moneyline as Tuesday night's best bet and pushing the show's recent form to 8 and 4 in the last 12 picks, 5 and 2 in the last 7, and 3 and 1 in the last 4. The episode carries the name of Heriberto Hernandez, the Marlins outfielder who has become a frequent feature on recent Marlins broadcasts thanks to a run of highlight reel home runs. From there the show turns to the World Cup quarterfinals, where four matches are on tap for Thursday, July 9, and the biggest one by far is France against Morocco at Gillette Stadium outside Boston. Griffin calls France the most talented team in the tournament behind Kylian Mbappe and Michael Olise, co favorites with Spain, but questions whether manager Didier Deschamps will let his players attack with the freedom their talent deserves given how conservative Deschamps has been all tournament. That doubt pushes Griffin toward Morocco, a one goal underdog with the total at two and a half, a price he calls expensive but still appealing given how much more pragmatic and possession oriented Morocco has become in this competition. He also floats a Morocco to advance price near plus 305, leaning on his earlier successful call backing Morocco past the Netherlands. The show then moves into a full Major League Baseball breakdown covering nine games on the July 9 card. Bryce Elder and the Atlanta Braves visit Mitch Keller and the Pittsburgh Pirates in an early getaway day matchup, with Griffin leaning toward the Pirates at a plus price. Michael Wacha and the Kansas City Royals visit Sean Manaea and the New York Mets, with Griffin favoring Kansas City. Trevor Rogers and the Baltimore Orioles host David Peterson and the Chicago Cubs in what Griffin calls his top interest of the day. Patrick Sandoval and the Boston Red Sox visit Anthony Kay and the Chicago White Sox, with Griffin fading the White Sox. Jack Perkins and the Athletics visit Framber Valdez and the Detroit Tigers, with Griffin liking the Tigers price. Jesus Luzardo and the Philadelphia Phillies visit Brady Singer and the Cincinnati Reds, with Griffin leaning to the over. Logan Henderson and the Milwaukee Brewers visit Andre Pallante and the St. Louis Cardinals, with Griffin sticking to his rule against road favorites and taking the Brewers. Reid Detmers and the Los Angeles Angels visit Nathan Eovaldi and the Texas Rangers, with Griffin leaning under while flagging the shaky Angels bullpen. Merrill Kelly and the Arizona Diamondbacks visit Griffin Canning and the San Diego Padres, with Griffin fading a tired San Diego bullpen after closer Mason Miller worked on Tuesday. To close the episode, Griffin delivers his single best bet of the day, the Baltimore Orioles at minus 125 behind Trevor Rogers in an early matinee against the Chicago Cubs, calling Rogers the far more trustworthy arm in a spot he believes is priced too cheap. He wraps by restating the show's hot recent stretch and encouraging listeners to keep riding the streak through both the World Cup and Major League Baseball slates, with new episodes landing daily on the Straight Outta Vegas AM podcast feed and across social media at Real Underscore G. Warner. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Griffin Warner talks betting for Friday. Real_G Warner closes out the World Cup Round of 32 with a full betting breakdown before diving into a stacked Major League Baseball card ahead of the July 4th holiday weekend. The episode opens on the soccer pitch with Australia and Egypt in Dallas, where Real_G leans toward a low scoring affair and a cleanly priced Egypt moneyline, before shifting to Cape Verde and Argentina, a matchup he expects to stay under the total even as Cape Verde's improbable tournament run continues. The soccer preview wraps with Ghana and Colombia, where Real_G questions whether Colombia's attack can find its rhythm against a Ghana defense that already shut down England, while flagging rising moneyline value on a potential Ghana advance. From there the show moves into baseball, working through the entire MLB slate one matchup at a time, including St. Louis and Andre Pallante visiting the Cubs and David Peterson, Pittsburgh's Mitch Keller against Washington's Foster Griffin, Minnesota's Mike Paredes facing Gerrit Cole and the Yankees, Chicago's Anthony Kay against Cleveland's Gavin Williams, Baltimore's Trevor Rogers on the road against a struggling Reds club, the Mets and Christian Scott visiting Atlanta, San Francisco's Logan Webb against Colorado's Ryan Feltner, Tampa Bay's Nick Martinez against Houston's Spencer Arrighetti, Boston's Jake Bennett against the Angels and Reid Detmers, Miami's Tyler Phillips against Jack Perkins and the Athletics, Milwaukee's Kyle Harrison against Arizona's Jose Cabrera, and Toronto's Dylan Cease on the road against Seattle's Luis Castillo. The centerpiece of the baseball portion is San Diego and Michael King on the road against Shohei Ohtani and the Dodgers, where Real_G explains why the run line offers far better value than an inflated moneyline number on King. The episode closes with the official What I Bet best bet, sending listeners into the holiday weekend with the Padres and Michael King on the run line at plus one and a half, along with a look back at recent results that has the show sitting at five wins and three losses over its last eight picks. Before the pick is revealed, Real_G shares a July 4th promo code for Pregame.com, offering holiday weekend access from Wednesday through Monday across every pick in every sport for seventy seven dollars using code HOTDOG12, giving listeners full coverage heading into one of the busiest sports weekends of the summer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Happy Bobby Bonilla Day, Mets fans.Because of course the annual Bobby Bo check arrives right as the 2026 Mets fully turn into a circus with cleats.This week on The Put it in the Books Show – S9 E11, Farace, Rodriguez, and Producer Joe break down a Mets team that has gone from “consistently inconsistent” to “somebody please grab a helmet.”Carlos Mendoza is out after the Mets dropped to 34-47 and got swept by the Cubs in an ugly, error-filled mess. Andy Green takes over as interim manager, while Steve Cohen says David Stearns is safe through 2028. So the dugout took the hit, but the front office is still holding the clipboard. Interesting.The sell-mode talk is getting louder too. David Peterson has already been traded to the Cubs, Lindor is back from the IL, Ronny Mauricio has been reinstated but sent to Triple-A, Luis Robert Jr. has started his rehab assignment, and Clay Holmes is moving toward a bullpen session. Help is coming. Maybe. Eventually. Probably with paperwork.The losing didn't slow down in Toronto either. The Mets dropped today's game to lose 2 of 3 to the Blue Jays, because apparently one series loss wasn't enough — they needed to make sure the sadness cleared customs too.On the bright side, Nolan McLean keeps giving Mets fans dangerous ace thoughts, while Carson Benge and A.J. Ewing keep pushing the “play the kids” agenda. Just don't Gregg Jefferies everybody before Labor Day.Next up: 3 in Atlanta against the Braves, then back home for 3 against the Royals and 3 against the Red Sox before the All-Star break. And that Put it in the Books Show goal of getting back to .500 by the break? Yeah… they are falling well short unless they suddenly turn into the '86 Mets overnight.Baseball. Sarcasm. Bobby Bo checks. Manager firings. Stearns heat. Sell-mode panic. McLean hope. Knicks championship joy. Another Mets July group therapy session.LGM.#PiitB #Mets

Anthony Franco joins Darragh McDonald to discuss Mets topics that include the firing of manager Carlos Mendoza, trading David Peterson to the Cubs, and whether Bo Bichette and other players could be available at the deadline. Other topics include the Angels firing general manager Perry Minasian and bringing on John Mozeliak as interim GM, and how recently-promoted prospect Cooper Ingle will fit into the Guardians' catching plans.

Marshall Harris and Mark Grote opened their show by discussing the Cubs earning a series win against the Brewers in Milwaukee over the weekend. After that, the guys discussed how left-hander David Peterson provided just what the Cubs needed in his team debut Saturday, when Chicago earned a win in Milwaukee. Later, they discussed how it's time for the White Sox to win a road series.

Marshall Harris and Mark Grote discussed how left-hander David Peterson provided just what the Cubs needed in his team debut Saturday, when Chicago earned a win in Milwaukee.

Mike Mulligan and Gabe Ramirez were joined by Marshall Harris and Mark Grote for the daily transition segment.

Dylan Campione & Nicho Fernandez host our longest weekend recap as we dive into all the latest stories around the league. First, the guys dive into the latest Mets' changes including Carlos Mendoza's departure, David Peterson's trade and outlook for the remaining 81 games. Then, the guys are joined by resident Phillies fan Eamon Walsh to discuss who they think will be the next manager of the Mets, Phillies & Red Sox. Finally, the guys welcome Dovid Halpert on for his final segment before he leaves for the summer, to give his annual 10 hot takes.  To let us know who you want to hear from next on the show, email us at SideRetiredPod@Gmail.com or DM us on social media @SideRetiredPod. 

In front of three sellout crowds filled with Cubs fans, Craig Counsell’s team cut into the Brewers’ division lead with a gutsy performance. The Athletic’s Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney give you behind-the-scenes perspectives from the visiting clubhouse in Milwaukee as well as field-level insights. What do you think of the manager and the front office now? Why does David Peterson look like such a good fit? And where does Ben Brown go from here? Listen up to get ready for the second half of the season.Go to Quince.com/foul for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns

Texas Rangers outfielder Wyatt Langford officially lands on the injured list after suffering an unexpected physical setback. Corey Pieper breaks down structural managerial firings, significant minor league promotions, the weekly Waiver Wire segment, and the FanDuel Bet of the Day. The medical and transaction wire is in complete chaos as the New York Mets fire manager Carlos Mendoza, Tony Santillan lands on the injured list with an oblique strain, and Marcelo Mayer, Robert Suarez, and Jesus Sanchez all hit the injured list. Meanwhile, Wyatt Langford hits the shelf, Tyler Soderstrom battles hip tightness, and Kai-Wei Teng is demoted, though fantasy managers receive reinforcements with Konnor Griffin returning, Hurston Waldrep being recalled, Adley Rutschman returning from the injured list, Sean Keys and Miguel Ulola earning promotions, Simeon Woods Richardson hitting waivers, Carlos Santana signing with the Braves, and Tommy Pham joining the Phillies on a minor league deal. Daily performance metrics highlight a stacked group of standouts as Hunter Goodman, Jake Bennett, David Peterson, Logan Webb, Kazuma Okamoto, Seiya Suzuki, Yoshinobu Yamamoto, Luis Garcia Jr., Ryan O'Hearn, Sonny Gray, Junior Caminero, Brandon Woodruff, Esmerlyn Valdez, Chris Sale, and Kerry Carpenter deliver big games, while Michael Wacha clashes with Davis Martin and Robbie Ray battles Chris Sale. Conversely, a massive list of foundational aces completely imploded, with Dylan Cease, Logan Gilbert, Gerrit Cole, Andre Pallante, Chase Burns, Kyle Bradish, Michael King, Anthony Kay, Roki Sasaki, Jared Jones, and Spencer Arrighetti all relegated to the duds section. Our weekly Waiver Wire segment provides direct tactical targets to optimize your active roster, specifically breaking down the immediate priority additions of Heliot Ramos, Bryce Eldridge, AJ Ewing, Joey Cantillo, and Brandon Young. First Cup Fantasy Baseball drops every weekday around 9 AM ET on The F6P Hour. Use code F6PPODS for 15% off All Access at fantasysixpack.net – rankings, matchup tools, DFS and betting cheat sheets, and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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On The Wire Adam and Kevin navigate one of the thinnest FAAB weeks of the season, breaking down the limited pitching landscape while highlighting the best speculative bats, bullpen changes, and stash candidates heading into July. 0:00 – 30:00 | Welcome and News Topics Discussed Adam Howe and Kevin Hastings open the show with a look at the halfway point of the fantasy baseball season. Discussion of the increasingly difficult starting pitching landscape and how it impacts weekly FAAB decisions. Injury updates and roster movement around the league. Bullpen changes, closer situations, and reliever hierarchy updates for several clubs. News surrounding rotation injuries and potential replacements heading into the coming scoring period. Players DiscussedBen Brown, Edward Cabrera, Trent Thornton, Jacob Webb, Caleb Ferguson, Dylan Lee, Pierce Johnson, Brock Burke, Tony Santillan, Matthew Boyd, Brian Wu, Bryce Miller, George Kirby, Logan Gilbert, Christian Scott, Hurston Waldrep, Cade Cavalli 30:00 – 50:00 | More News Topics Discussed Continued review of injuries, transactions, and lineup changes. Fantasy implications of several teams' changing depth charts. Discussion of returning injured players and stash candidates. Final news items before transitioning into FAAB recommendations. Players DiscussedBen Brown, Edward Cabrera, David Peterson, Lucas Giolito, Aaron Nola, Freddy Peralta, George Springer, Bo Bichette, Francisco Lindor, Juan Soto, Bobby Witt Jr.., Jacob Wilson, Max Muncy, Maikel Garcia, Josh Rojas 50:00 – 1:05:00 | Hitter FAAB Topics Discussed Weekly hitter FAAB recommendations centered on power production. Players with favorable schedules and platoon advantages. Speed and category specialists who can help immediately. Playing time opportunities created by injuries and lineup changes. Discussion of hitters with improving underlying skills and rest-of-season upside. Players DiscussedRichie Palacios, Jared Young, Connor Joe, Tyler Freeman, Jared Triolo, Nick Loftin, Caleb Durbin, Taylor Walls, Maikel Garcia, Jacob Gonzalez, Anthony Seigler, Cooper Ingle, Griffin Conine, Heriberto Hernández, Héctor Rodríguez, Ryan Ward, Marcelo Mayer 1:05:00 – 1:21:00 | Pitcher FAAB Topics Discussed Starting pitcher streaming targets and speculative additions. Rotation replacements and short-term opportunity plays. Reliever recommendations, including potential future closers. Discussion of trade deadline implications for bullpens and saves. Organizational changes that could affect fantasy value over the coming weeks. Players DiscussedSean Burke, Emerson Hancock, Patrick Corbin, Steven Matz, David Peterson, Caleb Ferguson, Jacob Webb, Robert Suarez, Edwin Díaz, Pierce Johnson, Dylan Lee, Aroldis Chapman 1:21:00 – 1:31:00 | Wild Card and Final Thoughts Topics Discussed Wild card speculative FAAB targets with long-term upside. Prospect stashes and players whose roles could expand after the trade deadline. Final recommendations for aggressive and speculative fantasy managers. Closing thoughts and wrap-up for the week. Players DiscussedKonnor Griffin, Héctor Rodríguez, Heriberto Hernández, Anthony Seigler, Ryan Ward, Jacob Gonzalez, Marcelo Mayer Join Our Discord & Support The Show: PL+ | PL Pro - Get 15% off Yearly with code PODCAST Proud member of the Pitcher List Fantasy Baseball Podcast Network bit.ly/zenAI_bpp_pitcherlist Join Our Discord & Support The Show: PL+ | PL Pro - Get 15% off Yearly with code PODCASTProud member of the Pitcher List Fantasy Baseball Podcast Network Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ben Lindbergh and Meg Rowley banter about the rise and fall of Ildemaro Vargas, the Mets’ and Cubs’ David Peterson swap, Jazz Chisholm Jr.’s refusal to wear a cup, the Giants’ response to Pride Night fallout, and the owners’ CBA strategy. Then (56:41) Ben brings back John Brebbia to discuss the Rockies reliever’s return to the majors, how he’s handling the journeyman phase of his career, when to opt out of a contract, Colorado’s player-dev improvements, Triple-A attitudes, how the minors have changed, the greatest major league luxury, dugout pitch-calling, challenging, his entrance song, how he and other players are following the labor talks, and more. Audio intro: Jimmy Kramer, “Effectively Wild Theme” Audio interstitial: The Spaghettis, “Effectively Wild Theme” Audio outro: Benny and a Million Shetland Ponies, “Effectively Wild Theme (Pedantic)” Link to Lennon song Link to MLFAD Link to “Train Daddy” article Link to “Railroad Daddy” article Link to Brebbia’s first appearance Link to Vargas hot streak Link to Vargas cold strea Link to Voros’s Law Link to gambler’s fallacy Link to Vargas collision Link to Flowers for Algernon adaptations Link to Charly Link to TV movie Link to Awakenings Link to “Snakes alive” slogan Link to Nora Morse wiki Link to FG post on the Cubs Link to MLBTR on Peterson Link to Gary Cohen quote Link to Mets’ six errors Link to Chisholm clip Link to Chisholm story Link to Mariners testicle injury thread Link to Haniger story Link to risk compensation wiki Link to catcher helmets interview Link to lollipop story Link to Davitt interview Link to Posey clip Link to SF Chronicle on the Giants Link to The Athletic on the Giants Link to KNBR interview story Link to Devers apology story Link to Vitello’s The Town reference Link to Manfred letter Link to The Athletic on MLB’s proposals Link to MLBTR on MLB’s proposals Link to Play Sun Smart initiative Link to Rockies team attitude story Link to Senzatela pitch mix Link to Bull Durham scene Link to Collins quote Link to dugout pitch-calling story Link to dugout pitch-calling story 2 Link to Ben on dugout pitch-calling Link to Wham! song Link to story about Brebbia’s song Link to Zoolander scene Link to Meyer quote Sponsor Us on Patreon Give a Gift Subscription Email Us: podcast@fangraphs.com Effectively Wild Subreddit Effectively Wild Wiki Apple Podcasts Feed Spotify Feed YouTube Playlist Facebook Group Bluesky Account Twitter Account Get Our Merch! var SERVER_DATA = Object.assign(SERVER_DATA || {}); Source

Take 10 with Tim – June 26, 2026 @ 9:15 am.1.We had a trade on Wednesday night with the Cubs acquiring David Peterson from the Mets for minor leaguer Cole Mathis – Cole Mathis profile is at the end of the notes.a.Is this the first sign of the Mets throwing in the towel?b.If so, give me the top 3 players the Mets will trade before the deadline?c.Will Lindor or Soto be one of those players?d.Good move for the Cubs?e.Who gets Peterson's starts in New York? Tong?f.Kodai Senga – Yuk – moved to the bullpen.2.It's been a month since Dylan Crews returned. He's hitting .212 with five home runs and two stolen bases. Remarkably, he's walked twice in 124 plate appearances and is sporting a .250 OBP. a.We will look at his baseballsavant data as well.b.What do Dynasty League managers do and are you still all-in or starting to lose confidence in him?3.Related. I started with my Draft Preview yesterday and wrote up the first 15 players I would take in a FYPD. Roch Cholowsky, the long-time favorite of everyone to go #1 in FYPD (and by MLB teams as well) reminds me a bit of Crews. Can't miss college hitter with power – but unlike Crews, he doesn't have much speed. When I was writing up my notes, I kept thinking of Crews, and maybe a little of Corey Seager. If you're picking #1 in a FYPD, do you pick the safe guy in Cholowsky, or do you go with somebody with more explosive tools but with more risk?4.The discussion of Shane Bieber was on our list last week but we talked to much and never got to him. I asked, would you start Shane Bieber given the drop in velo he was showing in his rehab. Now, we have a game under his belt and it wasn't great = 3.2 IP, 9 hits, 4 ER, 3 HR, 2K/0BB. His fastball wasn't any better at 91.9 mph and he's throwing his cutter more to try and compensate.a.How are you treating him for the next few starts? Starting him because he's Shane Bieber, looking at matchups, or on the bench? He has Texas at home on Sunday.5.One of our Pateron members reach out about Jakob Marsee and whether he should be a keeper for next season. I did a full breakdown on him and will share, but wanted to get your take on what has to be a disappointing season for where you had to take him in fantasy leagues.6.A few Rookies starting to show their stuff – Fact of Fictiona.Jac Caglianone – 14 home runs, but striking out a lot and a .352 BABIP is propping up his .275 BAb.TJ Rumfield – 12 HR, .275 BA, and a 47K/28BB, 15% K-Rate c.Bryce Eldridge – 130 AB, 6 HR, .285 BA, 34K/21BB – 22% K-Rated.Foster Griffin – 91.1 IP, 3.15 ER, 4.09 xERAe.Gage Jump – 35.1 IP, 2.04 ERA, 35K/10BB. 3.71 ERA at home, 0.49 away. Overall, 2.94 xERA7.What hitter are you targeting for this weekend's FAAB?8.What pitcher are you targeting for this weekend's FAAB?Cole Mathis (3B/1B)Highest Level: High-A ETA: 2028 Fantasy Ceiling: Corner InfielderLast Updated: 06/25/2026Tools Summary: Polished power bat whose real test begins at Double A.Cole Mathis, the Cubs' second round pick in 2024, lost most of his first professional season to Tommy John surgery and was limited to just 25 games in 2025. Chicago sent him back to Low A to open 2026, and while he's older than the competition, he's performed exactly as a polished college bat should. The approach is mature, the power is real, and he's made a clear effort to elevate — sometimes a bit too intentionally — but the results speak for themselves as fly balls continue turning into home runs. After 14 games, he earned a promotion to High A, where the home run output dipped but the underlying metrics remained strong.The Mets saw enough and acquired him in late June in exchange for David Peterson. From a development standpoint, it's essentially a wash — both organizations do a solid job with hitters.The pedigree and strength have always been part of the projection, but fantasy managers should stay measured. Given his age and the level, he should be producing. The real test comes once he reaches Double A, where we'll learn whether the contact skills and swing decisions hold up against better sequencing and velocity. If they do, the power will play.

The Cubs had to do something, given the state of their pitching staff. The David Peterson deal is far from a blockbuster move, but it makes a lot of sense for this team right now. The Athletic’s Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney explain the direction that Jed Hoyer’s front office is taking, assess the rest of the National League field and identify the trade chips the Cubs will have at their disposal this summer. Plus, what’s up with Justin Steele’s timeline and Hoyer’s recent comments on the radio?Use our code for 10% off your next order of MLB tickets on SeatGeek*: seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TERRITORY10 Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discount

The New York Mets have made sweeping changes, and we're breaking down everything from a chaotic week in Queens. Carlos Mendoza is out as manager, with Andy Green taking over on an interim basis. Was this the right move, or is Mendoza simply taking the fall for larger organizational issues?We also take a hard look at David Stearns' tenure as President of Baseball Operations. Has his vision for the Mets lived up to expectations? What has he done well, where has he fallen short, and what comes next for the franchise?Plus, we react to the Mets trading David Peterson to the Chicago Cubs, discuss the return package, what it means for the rotation moving forward, and whether more moves could be on the horizon.Join us as we break down one of the most eventful weeks of the Mets season and discuss where the organization goes from here.Follow us on INSTAGRAM, YOUTUBE & X: @cupofmetsSubscribe on SPOTIFY, APPLE or wherever you get your favorite podcasts!Download The SeatGeek App! Use Code: "CUPOFMETS" to get $20.00 off!

The Mets have officially hit rock bottom. A four-game sweep at the hands of the Cubs. Six infield errors in one game. Twenty runs allowed in a disastrous doubleheader. David Peterson traded to Chicago. Fans chanting for Pete Alonso. Steve Cohen nowhere to be found. How did a team that spent all offseason talking about “run prevention” become one of the worst defensive teams in baseball? Tonight we break down everything that has gone wrong, where David Stearns deserves blame, whether Carlos Mendoza can survive, and whether the Mets are now the worst team in Major League Baseball.

Evan Roberts, Tiki Barber, and Shaun Morash open Thursday's show by breaking down the Mets' meltdown in Queens and wondering just how Steve Cohen, David Stearns, & Carlos Mendoza got themselves into this mess.

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Mike Mulligan and David Haugh discussed the top sports stories of the day in the Pick 6 segment.

If there was ever a contending team that needed a very specific thing, it would be the Cubs' desire to find starting pitching. While Chicago did make a trade for the Mets' David Peterson, it is clear that, because of the rash of injuries to the Cubs' starting rotation, other moves need to be made. That's why the Play Tessie guys (Gordo, Pat and Sammy) are diving into the discussion, looking for answers when it comes to one of MLB's most mercurial clubs.

Mike Mulligan and David Haugh opened their show by reacting to the Cubs' doubleheader sweep of the Mets on Wednesday that was fueled by shortstop Dansby Swanson's explosive offensive performance. They also talked about the Cubs' trade to acquire left-hander David Peterson from the Mets, the White Sox dropping the final game of their series against the Guardians and World Cup fans taking over MLB games. Later, they conducted the Pick 6 segment, where they debated the top sports stories of the day.

Hour 3: Instant reaction to the Mets trading David Peterson and the prospect they got in return. Complaining about a HR celebration is ridiculous.

Hour 2: Tommy on the Mets/ plan with David Stearns and Carlos Mendoza. The Yankees don't need to trade for Tarik Skubal at the trade deadline. Instant reaction to David Peterson being traded to the Cubs.

(Bonus Episode): The New York Mets made their first big trade of the season sending David Peterson to the Chicago Cubs! Subway To Shea's Anthony Rivera breaks down the move and if the Mets should be sellers at the deadline!____________________________________________Follow on X, Instagram, & Tik Tok: @SubwayToSheaSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@subwaytoshea

Amid an onslaught of pitching injuries, Jed Hoyer’s front office made a deal with the Mets out of desperation, hoping a change of scenery and an elite defense can help a one-time All-Star get back on track. The Athletic’s Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney break down the Peterson trade from multiple angles, including what the Cubs gave up, where they’re trending as the trade deadline approaches, and why they won’t stop now. Plus, updates on Ben Brown and Edward Cabrera from New York.Get 20% off your first order of $125 or more at MackWeldon.com with promo code FOUL

Jack and Peter welcome back Paul Hembekides, who you can find on ESPN's Baseball Tonight Podcast with Buster Olney. They talk superlatives; players we were wrong about, underrated performers, teams that can't keep getting away with it, and teams we expect to take off in the second half, among others. Then, Jack and Peter discuss the Cubs' landing of David Peterson via a trade with the Mets, and finally, a dramatic reading. Code JUSTBASEBALL for 20% off your first pack on Arena Club! All the Important Links! Join our Just Baseball Discord Just Baseball Merch! Use Code "JUSTBASEBALL" when signing up on BetMGMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Prior to tonight's series finale, the Mets traded David Peterson to the opposing dugout, dealing him to the Cubs. Pregame, Mets manager Carlos Mendoza spoke with Keith Raad and discussed his relationship with David, provided an outlook on the next time through the rotation now without Peterson, and provided an injury update on Juan Soto.

Yesterday, David Peterson, the longest tenured Met, was traded to the Chicago Cubs. Pregame, Pat McCarthy sat down with Sean Manaea and Sean spoke about his friendship with David and how the team and their friendship will be affected by his departure.

Joe DeMayo and guest co-host Jim Duquette deliver the latest episode of The Mets Pod, as the Mets deliver another uninspiring week of baseball. Joe and Jim break down what's broken with Freddy Peralta, David Peterson, and the starting rotation, plus look towards the lineup after the return of Francisco Lindor. The guys also discuss both buying and selling at the trade deadline, go Down on the Farm to check in on an improving Kevin Parada, and answer Mailbag questions about a specific strategy for David Stearns at the deadline, and the practice of favoring left/right splits in lineup decisions. Be sure to subscribe to The Mets Pod at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Today's Show: 00:00 Welcome to the show! 01:25 The Week That Was...not good 03:05 The starting staff is a big problem 04:20 David Peterson deep dive 08:45 Freddy Peralta, what's the trade value? 11:55 With future labor uncertain, will prospects be held at the trade deadline? 15:00 The lineup with Francisco Lindor 18:05 Alvarez, Vientos, Baty continue to underwhelm 22:35 Is a Mets trade deadline plan already in the planning stages? 28:35 Down on the Farm/Mailbag: Kevin Parada 36:25 Mailbag – Can Stearns buy and sell? 42:30 Mailbag - A left/right splits obsession? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Chris Miles has thoughts on the process with Trae Young German economist, Joachim Klement, has predicted the last 3 World Cup winners USA could rest starters in game 3

  0:00 – Intro, FAAB Strategy & MLB News Discussion of FAAB bankroll management and early-season bidding results. MLB news, injuries, promotions, demotions, role changes, and prospect call-ups. Players discussed: Jacob Latz, Jesus Rodriguez, Mark Vientos, Jared Young, Matt Shaw, Kevin Alcantara, Jameson Taillon, Matthew Boyd, Javier Assad, Ben Brown, Colin Rea, Shota Imanaga, Cade Horton, Justin Steele, Moisés Ballesteros, Michael Conforto, Nolan Jones, Daniel Espino, Adolis García, Ryan Walker, Daulton Varsho, Alan Roden, Myles Straw, Hagen Smith, and others. 23:48 – News & FAAB-Relevant Developments Continued coverage of injury news, bullpen changes, prospect promotions, and roster movement impacting fantasy value. Players discussed: Daniel Espino, Adolis García, Nolan Jones, Ryan Walker, Alan Roden, Myles Straw, Hogan Harris, Elvis Alvarado, and additional waiver-wire relevant names. 39:57 – Power Targets (HR/RBI) FAAB recommendations for managers chasing home runs and RBI production. Players discussed: Jared Young, Dalton Rushing, Mark Vientos, Jorge Polanco and other power-focused waiver options. 44:00 – Speed Targets (Runs/Stolen Bases) Speed-focused pickups and stolen-base upside. Players discussed: Cole Carrigg and additional speed-category options. 46:35 – Opportunity Targets (Plate Appearances/Batting Average) Everyday playing-time gainers and hitters positioned for volume. Players discussed: Cole Carrigg, Dalton Rushing, Alan Roden, Myles Straw and other playing-time beneficiaries. 50:56 – Pitching Volume Targets (Wins/Strikeouts) Streaming starters, two-start pitchers, and strikeout upside arms. Players discussed: Hagen Smith, David Peterson, Lucas Giolito, Andrew Alvarez. 55:20 – Pitching Ratios Targets (ERA/WHIP) Arms capable of helping ERA and WHIP while maintaining useful workloads. Players discussed: Andrew Alvarez, David Peterson, Lucas Giolito, various ratio-focused relievers and starters. 58:10 – Saves Targets Bullpen situations and relievers with paths to saves. Players discussed: Hogan Harris, Elvis Alvarado and additional speculative save options. 1:07:30 – Final Thoughts & Closing Comments Wrap-up of the week's FAAB recommendations and roster-management strategy. Join Our Discord & Support The Show: PL+ | PL Pro - Get 15% off Yearly with code PODCASTProud member of the Pitcher List Fantasy Baseball Podcast Network Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Mets returned home to Citi Field and immediately got smacked around by the Cardinals, because apparently feeling decent about this team for more than 48 hours is illegal. They did manage to salvage the finale this afternoon with a 5-4 win, so congratulations, everybody — the parade route has been downgraded from “season is over” to “still annoying, but technically breathing.”This week on The Put it in the Books Show – S9 E10, Farace, Rodriguez, and Producer Joe break down a Mets team that continues to scream one thing louder than anything else: the strategy needs a serious revamp.Let's start with David Peterson. He's been bad. Not “maybe unlucky” bad. Not “let's look at the peripherals” bad. Just bad. Farace is ready to DFA him yesterday, Rodriguez is probably going to try to explain why that's extreme, and Producer Joe may just hit the soundboard until the segment ends. At some point, enough is enough. This team is trying to climb back into relevance, not host open auditions for batting practice pitchers.The injury updates are a mixed bag, because of course they are. Kodai Senga had another setback, although it appears minor. Lindor seems close, but there's still no clean finish line. Polanco and Luis Robert Jr.? Not close. Robert is just now starting to play catch, which is great if this were March. It is not March.But hey, Francisco Alvarez is back way earlier than expected from a torn meniscus and already homered, because apparently catchers are now healing faster than Mets relievers can find the strike zone. That's huge. This lineup needs attitude, power, and somebody who actually looks like he enjoys big moments.And then there's Carson Benge, who keeps showing off the full toolbox — power, glove, arm, speed, confidence, the whole thing. The kid looks like he belongs. So here's a wild thought: play the rookies. Build the second-half team around the young guys who are actually healthy, hungry, and giving this team a pulse. Shut down the injured players who clearly aren't right. Stop trying to force a broken roster to act like it's whole.This Mets team is built more like a small-ball, pressure, speed, defense, chaos team — so maybe stop pretending it's a lineup full of monsters waiting to hit five-run homers. Play the game your roster is built for. Build a .500 team with the kids, then sprinkle in the big names like Lindor, Soto, and Bichette when they're actually right and ready to help.The Braves come to town next, which is always peaceful and relaxing and never triggers Mets fans at all. After that, the Mets hit the road for Cincinnati and Philadelphia, because apparently the schedule looked at this team and said, “You know what they need? More stress.” And yes, before anyone asks, Farace is still finding a way to squeeze in a Let's Go Knicks because the Knicks are one win from a championship and he is absolutely not emotionally stable enough to separate sports right now.And let's not forget the Put it in the Books Show goal: get back to .500 by the All-Star break. Right now, the Mets are still 8 games under, so there's work to do. A lot of work. Like “stop losing series to teams you should beat” work. The goal is still possible, but it's getting harder every time this team plays like it's allergic to momentum.Baseball. Sarcasm. Roster rage. Rookie optimism. Peterson slander. Braves hate. A random Let's Go Knicks. And one very simple message:Play the kids. Get healthy. Get to .500. Stop making us insane.LGM.#PiitB #Mets

The Mets have won 5 of their last 7 games heading into San Diego, which means things are either starting to turn around… or this team is once again setting us up like a bunch of idiots with cable packages and emotional damage.This week on The Put it in the Books Show – S9 E9, Farace, Rodriguez, and Producer Joe break down a Mets team that continues to be the most confusing thing in New York sports — and that's saying something considering Farace is currently half-distracted by the Knicks being in the NBA Finals. If he starts comparing Bo Bichette to Jalen Brunson, someone please cut his mic.Bo Bichette finally had himself a game, going 4-for-4 with three RBIs as the Mets beat Seattle 7-1, snapped their two-game skid, and avoided getting swept by the Mariners. Now the question is simple: can Bo actually build on that, or was this just one of those “look, I'm alive” games before disappearing again for a week?The offense continues to be offensive, but at least there were signs of life in Seattle. Bichette broke out, Carson Benge stole home during a double steal, and the Mets actually played aggressive baseball instead of standing around waiting for Juan Soto to solve every problem like he's customer service for the entire lineup.Speaking of Soto, he's still the main event while the “psychopaths and Soto” outfield experiment continues to somehow function. It may not be normal. It may not be relaxing. But honestly, nothing about this team is normal or relaxing, so why start now?On the pitching side, the Mets keep getting mostly good work from the staff, but consistency remains the problem. Jonah Tong was optioned back to Triple-A after control issues, with Joey Gerber coming back up to give the bullpen a fresh arm. That's the kind of move Rodriguez will explain calmly for 40 seconds before somehow turning it into a full organizational indictment.Kodai Senga is healthy enough to keep working through rehab, but still inconsistent enough to make everyone nervous. Translation: we're encouraged, we're concerned, and Producer Joe is already cranky.We'll also hit Francisco Alvarez already working his way back from his knee injury, David Peterson's bullpen role, Tobias Myers being optioned to Triple-A, and the ongoing roster shuffle as the Mets try to survive this stretch without turning every pitching decision into a group therapy session.We'll also squeeze in Keith Hernandez talking about one of the biggest regrets of his career: finishing with a .296 lifetime batting average instead of staying above .300. And honestly, that's the most Keith Hernandez regret possible. Not “I wish I made more money,” not “I wish I played longer” — this man is still annoyed that the baseball card didn't say .300. Respect the obsession.And yes, Rodriguez has been negative lately. Very negative. Almost impressively negative. The Mets win 5 of 7 and he still sounds like he's reviewing a restaurant that gave him food poisoning. Meanwhile, Producer Joe is cranky enough to put Rodriguez to sleep, which might actually be the most productive thing he does all episode.Next up, the Mets head to San Diego for three against the Padres before coming home to face the Cardinals and Braves. This is the part where we find out if winning 5 of 7 actually means something, or if the Mets are just giving us another brief emotional coupon before charging full price for disappointment.Baseball. Sarcasm. Knicks distractions. Rodriguez negativity. Producer Joe crankiness. Soto doing group projects alone.Just another normal week on The Put it in the Books Show.LGM.#PiitB #Mets

Is Nolan McLean broken? What happened to David Peterson? Has Carlos Mendoza lost the clubhouse in his third season? Chris and Jack ask (and try to answer) some of the toughest questions pertaining to the 2026 Mets as May comes to a close. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The vibes in Queens have officially hit rock bottom. In Episode 9 of Season 5, we break down another brutal stretch of baseball as the Mets continue spiraling with no signs of urgency or accountability from the top down. Is it finally time for David Stearns to wave the white flag and begin selling before the deadline frenzy begins?We dive into the uncomfortable conversations surrounding the future of the franchise — including the unthinkable question: could Francisco Lindor actually be moved if this organization decides a full reset is necessary? Plus, frustrations boil over with the continued struggles of David Peterson and Mark Vientos, the lack of adjustments across the roster, and a clubhouse culture that feels completely stale.The guys also sound off on Carlos Mendoza and why confidence in the manager may have officially evaporated. From lineup decisions to bullpen usage to the team's overall lack of fire, nothing is off limits in one of the most heated episodes of the season.All that and more on this episode of the podcast. LFGM… I guessFOLLOW on Instagram, YouTube & X: @cupofmetsSUBSCRIBE on Spotify, Apple or wherever you get your favorite podcasts!DOWNLOAD The SeatGeek App! Use Code: "CUPOFMETS" to get $20.00 off!

Evan Roberts and Tiki Barber turn their attention to the Mets, where another ugly loss raises serious questions about Carlos Mendoza's control of the team. After Mendoza admits that his words are not making a difference, the conversation shifts to whether the manager has run out of answers. The frustration boils over after David Peterson fails to back up home plate, a mistake Ron Darling says reflects a larger pattern with the Mets. Evan and Tiki debate why mental errors fall on the coaching staff, why Peterson's struggles cannot be ignored, and whether the Mets need to make a major change before the season slips even further away.

Evan Roberts and Tiki Barber close out the conversation with the Knicks on the doorstep of the Finals while Mets frustration keeps crashing into the excitement. The guys touch on the strange nature of hockey playoff runs, the Islanders comparison that suddenly looks less ridiculous, and the many ways New York fans are juggling hope and aggravation at the same time. The Mets talk stays heated as callers vent about Carlos Mendoza, David Peterson, the trade deadline, and whether this roster is already forcing fans to think about selling. Evan and Tiki also get into James Dolan, the Rangers, the Knicks, and the bigger question of who deserves to be called the best owner in New York sports.

Evan Roberts and Tiki Barber dig into a wild New York sports split, with the Knicks forcing everyone to rethink their championship ceiling while the Mets spiral into frustration. Tiki's old “no chance” Knicks take gets revisited as the conversation turns to playoff paths, title legitimacy, and why fans should never apologize for wanting the easiest road. The Mets side is much darker, as Carlos Mendoza's leadership comes under fire after another ugly loss and David Peterson's glaring mental mistake. Evan and Tiki break down why the roster problems are real, why the manager still owns part of the mess, and how quickly hope around one New York team can collide with panic around another.

The Yankees beat the Royals 15-1, racking up 24 hits. The Mets lost to the Reds again. Ron Darling was very critical of David Peterson for not backing up home plate and said coaches don't have enough influence on the players as they should have.

Boomer and his son Gunnar praise the movie Pressure as an IMAX must-watch, followed by Gio sharing his targeted Instagram ads for a cortisol drink and a "Primal Viking" supplement. Jerry drops in with updates on the Thunder beating the Spurs, the Yankees' 24-hit, 15-1 blowout of the Royals, and another Mets loss to the Reds despite a relentlessly positive face-painted fan. Ron Darling slams David Peterson for failing to back up home plate, questioning the lack of modern coaching influence. Finally, we look at a headline about Wembanyama "laying an egg."

We start with Becky Hammon's resurfaced comments on Jalen Brunson and Boomer comparing Brunson to Aaron Judge. Jerry updates us on OKC going up 3-2 on the Spurs, Shaq admitting he was wrong about the Knicks, Gio apologizing to Ben Stiller, and Hammon favoring the West. Then, the Yankees destroy the Royals 15-1, the Mets lose again with David Peterson questioned for not backing up home plate, and Josh Jacobs faces domestic abuse accusations. We close with Patrick from SpongeBob reading the Mets' lineup.

Griffin Warner talks betting for Tuesday. Griffin Warner returns with the May 26 edition of What I Bet on the Straight Outta Vegas AM pregame.com podcast feed, covering a critical NHL elimination game and a full 13-game MLB slate in one of the busiest betting days of the early summer. On the ice, Griffin explains why he is not buying the Colorado Avalanche as road favorites against the Vegas Golden Knights in Game 4 of the Western Conference Final. The Avs fell 5-3 in Game 3 and now trail 3-0, with Nathan MacKinnon's knee injury after blocking a shot adding serious uncertainty to Colorado's roster situation. Cale Makar returned from his own upper-body absence but Griffin says he never looked fully himself, and the backhand goal from Tomas Hertl that extended Vegas's lead was the moment that defined the game. Golden Knights minus 102 is his play. On the baseball side, Griffin works through every matchup on the board, starting with the Washington Nationals and Cade Cavalli against the Cleveland Guardians and Joey Cantillo, leaning Cleveland at minus 130. He covers the Tampa Bay Rays and Griffin Jax against a bullpen game, with former Rays righty Shane Baz, now an Oriole, having pitched well against Tampa recently, and finds value in the under on total first five at plus 100. He leans to Keider Montero and the under in Detroit against the Angels and Jack Kochanowicz, backs Boston and Ranger Suarez plus 100 over Spencer Strider and the Braves because Strider still needs to prove his return from elbow surgery is complete, monitors Sandy Alcantara and Miami against the Blue Jays and Braydon Fisher in a bullpen game, and sides with the Mets and David Peterson over the Reds and Chase Burns in a battle where plus money is simply too attractive to ignore. Kyle Harrison has been one of the most dominant pitchers in baseball since joining Milwaukee from Boston and Griffin respects him enormously but cannot pay minus 170. He leans under on Cam Schlittler and the Yankees against Kansas City and Bailey Falter after recounting how Lucas Erceg's blown save on a misplaced slider to Anthony Volpe cost him a two-unit win the night before. Joe Ryan and the Twins draw plus money from Sean Burke and the White Sox, making the under on seven and a half the natural lean. The Houston Astros no-hit Texas on Monday and Griffin reads that as a direct statement on how poorly the Rangers have been hitting and how difficult Globe Life Field plays, leaning under against Jack Leiter. Aaron Nola and the Phillies get the nod over Randy Vasquez and the Padres after Vasquez was scratched Monday and slid into Tuesday's spot. Emerson Hancock and Luis Severino shape up as a low-scoring Sacramento game, Eduardo Rodriguez and Tyler Mahle figure to keep it quiet at Oracle Park, and there is simply no case for backing Kyle Freeland and the Rockies at plus 206 in Los Angeles against Eric Lauer's Dodger debut. Griffin's Best Bet is the Pittsburgh Pirates and Braxton Ashcraft at minus 125 over the Cubs and Jordan Wicks, who is making his first big-league start of the season after being recalled from Triple-A Iowa following a stint on the IL. Use promo code ERA20 at pregame.com for 20 percent off through May 31. Follow Griffin on all social media at Real_G_Warner and find the show on the Straight Outta Vegas AM feed, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, and pregame.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Munaf Manji and Dave Essler talk betting for Tuesday. Munaf Manji and Uncle Diamond Dave Essler are back after a Memorial Day reset and come loaded for one of the busiest Tuesdays of the spring. The Knicks swept Cleveland and are heading to the NBA Finals for the first time since 1999, winning 11 straight in the postseason, but the real conversation is Game 5 of the Western Conference Finals where Oklahoma City hosts San Antonio with the series tied two games apiece. With Jalen Williams questionable and AJ Mitchell already ruled out for the Thunder, the market has slid from five and a half down to four and a half, and both hosts land squarely on the under, pointing to San Antonio's scoring trend through the series, OKC's need to slow the game down with a shorter bench, and the defensive intensity both teams have shown in every game after the first. Munaf drills into the second-half total as his preferred bet and flags De'Aaron Fox's rebounds-plus-assists at 9.5 on FanDuel as a prop worth targeting given what Fox has done in his two healthy games this series. From there the guys go deep on eight MLB games. Tampa Bay's Griffin Jax continues his surprising conversion from reliever to starter when the Rays visit Baltimore to face Shane Baz, a matchup that cuts both ways given each pitcher faced the other team in his immediately prior start. Spencer Strider returns to Fenway with Atlanta against Ranger Suarez and the Red Sox in a game both hosts think favors the Braves early and the over late once both bullpens get involved. Chase Burns takes a never-faced-the-Mets edge into Citi Field against David Peterson with Cincinnati firmly in the NL Central race. Cam Schlittler, who owns a 1.04 road ERA and a .139 opponent average on the road this season, faces Bailey Falter in Kansas City in what becomes Dave's best bet, Yankees first five minus a half run. Munaf's best bet is the Cardinals-Brewers under four and a half in the first five innings with Michael McGreevy and Kyle Harrison both in elite form and zero familiarity working in favor of either offense. Jason Alexander goes for Houston in Arlington the night after the Rangers threw a combined no-hitter, with both hosts liking the Texas team total over. Emerson Hancock and Luis Severino bring their home-road split drama to West Sacramento, and Eduardo Rodriguez faces Tyler Mahle at Oracle Park in an over-or-under debate shaped entirely by the park's dimensions and a 22-mile-per-hour wind blowing out. Use promo code PLAYOFFS20 at Pregame.com for 20 percent off any package before tonight's deadline. Early bird NFL packages are live and the Hall of Fame game is 72 days away. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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