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Philadelphia Phillies vs. Tampa Bay Rays MLB Pick Prediction by Tony T. Phillies at Rays 7PM ET—Zack Wheeler to start for Philadelphia. Wheeler in seven starts in 2025 deals with an ERA of 3.48 with WHIP of 1.00. The veteran has an elite 32.8% K rate with 5.2% walks. Ground balls sit at 36.2% with 1.43 home runs per nine innings. Drew Rasmussen will start for Tampa Bay. R
Kansas City Royals vs. Tampa Bay Rays MLB Pick Prediction by Tony T. Royals at Rays 7PM ET—Noah Cameron is the starter for KC. Cameron makes his MLB debut here. The lefty is a seventh round pick in 2021 out of Central Arkansas who put up good numbers in Triple A the past two seasons. Drew Rasmussen will start for Tampa Bay.
Tampa Bay Rays vs. Arizona Diamondbacks MLB Pick Prediction by Tony T. Rays at Diamondbacks 9:40PM ET—Drew Rasmussen will start for Tampa Bay. Rasmussen, in four starts on the year, delivers an ERA of 0.87 with WHIP of 0.82. The right hander strikes out 28.9% with 6.6% walks. Grounders sit at 45.8% with no homers allowed. Corbin Burnes will start for Arizona. Burnes posts four starts with an ERA of 4.64 and WHIP of 1.41. The veteran has seen his K's drop to 18.5% with 9.8% walks. Ground ball rate of 47.6% with 1.69 home runs per nine innings.
On the April 18, 2025 episode of RJ Bell's Dream Preview MLB podcast, Munaf Manji and Griffin Warner provided in-depth analysis of the Friday baseball slate with betting insights. Munaf opened by highlighting his 5-1 betting record and credited their collaborative discussions for the success. The first matchup covered was Diamondbacks vs. Cubs (0:10–7:40). Corbin Burnes has struggled early, while Cubs starter Colin Rea provides potential value. Chicago leads MLB in runners in scoring position appearances and has scored 124 runs to Arizona's 104. The Cubs as home underdogs and a lean to the over were discussed, depending on Wrigley Field wind. In Royals vs. Tigers (7:41–11:34), Cole Ragans faces top prospect Jackson Jobe. Kansas City's offense has produced just 19 runs over its last 10 games and is 2-8 on the road. The Tigers' bullpen is strong, and both hosts leaned toward Detroit plus money and under 7.5. Guardians vs. Pirates (11:35–15:11) features Luis Ortiz against Carmen Mlodzinski. Mlodzinski has a 1.77 WHIP with command issues. The Guardians were favored due to bullpen depth. Pittsburgh is 6-4 at home and to the over. There was a slight lean to Cleveland and possibly over 8.5. In Marlins vs. Phillies (15:12–19:08), Sandy Alcantara is no longer dominant, while Zack Wheeler boasts an 11-4 record and 2.73 ERA against Miami. Philadelphia is 24-11 in Wheeler's home starts since 2023. The Phillies were a strong lean, especially on the run line. Yankees vs. Rays (19:49–25:11) featured Carlos Rodón, who has allowed 4+ earned runs and 3+ walks in three straight starts. Drew Rasmussen has not allowed a run in 21 career innings vs. the Yankees. Munaf's best bet was Rays first five innings at -110. In Reds vs. Orioles (25:12–28:31), Andrew Abbott faces Cade Povich. While Abbott had a solid outing against Pittsburgh, Baltimore's offense poses more danger. The Orioles were favored and offensive production expected. Mariners vs. Blue Jays (28:31–31:40) has Bryan Woo, who has struggled away from home, against Bowden Francis. Toronto is 7-3 at home and the over 7.5 was considered. Cardinals vs. Mets (31:42–35:05) pits Miles Mikolas against David Peterson. St. Louis is 1-6 on the road and lacks comeback potential. The Mets were the lean, especially on the run line. Griffin's best bet was Braves -130 vs. Twins (35:06–38:12). Chris Paddack has lost all three starts by 2+ runs and Bryce Elder is trying to earn a rotation spot. In Red Sox vs. White Sox (38:13–41:46), Martín Pérez is a steady innings-eater. Boston has a negative run differential and both hosts were reluctant to back them as heavy favorites. Dodgers vs. Rangers (41:46–45:55) features Yoshinobu Yamamoto, who has a 0.91 WHIP and 28 strikeouts in 22 innings, against Jacob deGrom, who's allowed multiple home runs in consecutive starts. The Dodgers were favored early. In Astros vs. Padres (52:32–56:54), Kyle Hart rebounded after a poor debut, while Houston's Ryan Gusto is unproven. The Padres are 15-4, and with Houston's bullpen issues, San Diego at +123 was the consensus lean. Brewers vs. A's (56:55–1:01:02) has Freddy Peralta allowing six earned runs over 23.1 innings. Milwaukee is 43-27 at home in his starts since 2018. Nationals vs. Rockies (1:01:11–1:04:14) features cold Denver weather and a low total of nine. MacKenzie Gore's road struggles were noted, but Washington was the slight lean. Giants vs. Angels (1:04:14–1:07:43) featured Logan Webb's consistency against Tyler Anderson. San Francisco is 9-4 on the road with eight wins by 2+ runs. Munaf leaned Giants run line. The episode ended with a promo for Pregame's $1,000 MLB contest and 20 percent discount code HOMERUN20. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the April 18, 2025 episode of RJ Bell's Dream Preview MLB podcast, Munaf Manji and Griffin Warner provided in-depth analysis of the Friday baseball slate with betting insights. Munaf opened by highlighting his 5-1 betting record and credited their collaborative discussions for the success. The first matchup covered was Diamondbacks vs. Cubs (0:10–7:40). Corbin Burnes has struggled early, while Cubs starter Colin Rea provides potential value. Chicago leads MLB in runners in scoring position appearances and has scored 124 runs to Arizona's 104. The Cubs as home underdogs and a lean to the over were discussed, depending on Wrigley Field wind. In Royals vs. Tigers (7:41–11:34), Cole Ragans faces top prospect Jackson Jobe. Kansas City's offense has produced just 19 runs over its last 10 games and is 2-8 on the road. The Tigers' bullpen is strong, and both hosts leaned toward Detroit plus money and under 7.5. Guardians vs. Pirates (11:35–15:11) features Luis Ortiz against Carmen Mlodzinski. Mlodzinski has a 1.77 WHIP with command issues. The Guardians were favored due to bullpen depth. Pittsburgh is 6-4 at home and to the over. There was a slight lean to Cleveland and possibly over 8.5. In Marlins vs. Phillies (15:12–19:08), Sandy Alcantara is no longer dominant, while Zack Wheeler boasts an 11-4 record and 2.73 ERA against Miami. Philadelphia is 24-11 in Wheeler's home starts since 2023. The Phillies were a strong lean, especially on the run line. Yankees vs. Rays (19:49–25:11) featured Carlos Rodón, who has allowed 4+ earned runs and 3+ walks in three straight starts. Drew Rasmussen has not allowed a run in 21 career innings vs. the Yankees. Munaf's best bet was Rays first five innings at -110. In Reds vs. Orioles (25:12–28:31), Andrew Abbott faces Cade Povich. While Abbott had a solid outing against Pittsburgh, Baltimore's offense poses more danger. The Orioles were favored and offensive production expected. Mariners vs. Blue Jays (28:31–31:40) has Bryan Woo, who has struggled away from home, against Bowden Francis. Toronto is 7-3 at home and the over 7.5 was considered. Cardinals vs. Mets (31:42–35:05) pits Miles Mikolas against David Peterson. St. Louis is 1-6 on the road and lacks comeback potential. The Mets were the lean, especially on the run line. Griffin's best bet was Braves -130 vs. Twins (35:06–38:12). Chris Paddack has lost all three starts by 2+ runs and Bryce Elder is trying to earn a rotation spot. In Red Sox vs. White Sox (38:13–41:46), Martín Pérez is a steady innings-eater. Boston has a negative run differential and both hosts were reluctant to back them as heavy favorites. Dodgers vs. Rangers (41:46–45:55) features Yoshinobu Yamamoto, who has a 0.91 WHIP and 28 strikeouts in 22 innings, against Jacob deGrom, who's allowed multiple home runs in consecutive starts. The Dodgers were favored early. In Astros vs. Padres (52:32–56:54), Kyle Hart rebounded after a poor debut, while Houston's Ryan Gusto is unproven. The Padres are 15-4, and with Houston's bullpen issues, San Diego at +123 was the consensus lean. Brewers vs. A's (56:55–1:01:02) has Freddy Peralta allowing six earned runs over 23.1 innings. Milwaukee is 43-27 at home in his starts since 2018. Nationals vs. Rockies (1:01:11–1:04:14) features cold Denver weather and a low total of nine. MacKenzie Gore's road struggles were noted, but Washington was the slight lean. Giants vs. Angels (1:04:14–1:07:43) featured Logan Webb's consistency against Tyler Anderson. San Francisco is 9-4 on the road with eight wins by 2+ runs. Munaf leaned Giants run line. The episode ended with a promo for Pregame's $1,000 MLB contest and 20 percent discount code HOMERUN20. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
NY Yankees vs. Tampa Bay Rays MLB Pick Prediction by Tony T. Yankees at Rays 2:20PM ET—Carlos Rodon will start for NY. Rodon in four starts in 2024 carries an ERA of 5.48 with WHIP of 1.13. The left hander has an elite 30.1% K rate with 12.9% walks. Ground balls sit at 53.8% with 1.96 home runs per nine innings. Drew Rasmussen starts for Tampa Bay. Rasmussen has three starts with an ERA of 0.60 and WHIP of 0.73. The right hander fans 27.8% with 3.7% walks. Grounders are 47.2% with no homers allowed.
Atlanta Braves vs. Tampa Bay Rays MLB Pick Prediction by Tony T. Braves at Rays 4PM ET—Aj Smith Shawver gets the start for Atlanta. Smith Shawver has been in and out of the majors the past few seasons. The righthander has a career ERA of 3.99 with WHIP of 1.36 striking out 7.89 and 1.88 home runs per nine innings. He has two starts allowing five earned runs with ten strikeouts in 8 2/3rd innings. Drew Rasmussen is starting for Tampa Bay. Rasmussen appeared in sixteen games in 2024 posting an ERA of 2.83 with WHIP of 1.08. The righty fanned 30.2% with 5.2% walks. Ground balls dished at 53.3% with no homers allowed. He has two starts on the season allowing one earned run with eight strikeouts in ten innings.
Tampa Bay Rays vs. Texas Rangers MLB Pick Prediction by Tony T. Rays at Rangers 2:30PM ET—Drew Rasmussen will start for Tampa Bay. Rasmussen appeared in sixteen games last year carrying an ERA of 2.83 with WHIP of 1.08. The righthander struck out 30.2% with 5.2% walks. Ground balls sat at 53.3% with no homers allowed. He faced the Pirates at home in the opener allowing no runs with four strikeouts in five innings. Kumar Rocker is the starter for Texas. Rocker started three games last year delivering an ERA of 3.86 with WHIP of 1.54. The righty fanned 25.5% with 10.9% walks. Ground balls sat at 51.5% with 0.77 home runs per nine innings. In his opener he faced the Reds on the road allowing six earned runs with three strikeouts in three innings.
Pittsburgh Pirates vs. Tampa Bay Rays MLB Pick Prediction by Tony T. Pirates at Rays 7PM ET—Carmen Mlodzinski starts for Pittsburgh. Mlodzinki appeared in 40 games in 2024 with an ERA of 3.38 and WHIP of 1.18. The righthander struck out 22% with 9.1% walks. Ground balls dished at 46.1% with 0.53 home runs per nine innings. Drew Rasmussen will start for Tampa Bay. Rasmussen appeared in 16 games last year delivering an ERA of 2.83 with WHIP of 1.08. The righty fanned 30.2% with 5.2% walks. Ground balls dished at 53.3% with no homers allowed.
Welcome to Episode 74 of Tablesetters! We're joined by a multi-platform voice in Tampa sports—Ryan Bass, who covers the Rays for FanDuel Sports Network Sun, reports nationally for NewsNation, and hosts with the Orlando Magic. We dive into everything shaping the 2025 Tampa Bay Rays season, starting with the unfortunate injury to Shane McClanahan and what it means for the Opening Day rotation. Ryan gives us the latest on McClanahan's status, clubhouse morale, and how the Rays plan to pivot. We explore the emergence of Curtis Mead after a scorching spring, Junior Caminero's slow start (despite the power), and whether the Rays will pursue a long-term extension for this potential cornerstore. Plus, Ryan breaks down Drew Rasmussen's comeback, Joe Boyle's upside, and the futures of Chandler Simpson and Carson Williams. We also step back to assess the AL East: Who's the team to beat? How do the Rays stack up against the Yankees, Orioles, Jays, and Red Sox in what may be baseball's most brutal division? From the front office's prospect-heavy trades to ongoing ballpark drama and ownership tensions, Ryan offers behind-the-scenes insight into a franchise at a crossroads. And we close with a fun one—Ryan's Mount Rushmore of Tampa Bay athletes, with some surprises in the mix. Follow us on Instagram and X @TablesettersPod for exclusive clips, polls, and extended content. Subscribe, share, and join the conversation—this is TableSetters, where every pitch sets the stage.
Pitcher Drew Rasmussen & infielder Curtis Mead join Chris Adams-Wall on Countdown to Opening day. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Eno and DVR continue Pitcher Week with the third installment of the 2025 Starting Pitcher Preview! This episode focuses on the starting pitchers often drafted between Pick 175 and 250 overall in early fantasy baseball drafts. Will some of last year's biggest surprises like Seth Lugo, Sean Manaea and Luis Gil follow-up with valuable encores in 2025? Injury risk and opportunities for discounts are plentiful throughout this group!Rundown1:10 ADP Tier 5b -- Ryan Pepiot, Shane Baz, Brandon Pfaadt & Seth Lugo22:42 ADP Tier 5b (continued) -- Sean Manaea, Cristopher Sánchez, Taj Bradley & Zach Eflin37:47 ADP Tier 6a -- MacKenzie Gore, Nathan Eovaldi, Luis Gil, Nick Pivetta & Spencer Arrighetti1:01:21 ADP Tier 6b -- Yu Darvish, José Berrios, Tanner Houck & Bowden Francis1:16:33 ADP Tier 6b (continued) Brandon Woodruff, Clarke Schmidt, Ronel Blanco, Drew Rasmussen, Gavin Williams & Jesús LuzardoFollow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @dvr.bsky.sociale-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeShare your Positional Rankings in the HiveMind Ranks for Starting Pitchers: https://forms.gle/QhdU1UimnejRG1bP6Subscribe 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 continue Pitcher Week with the third installment of the 2025 Starting Pitcher Preview! This episode focuses on the starting pitchers often drafted between Pick 175 and 250 overall in early fantasy baseball drafts. Will some of last year's biggest surprises like Seth Lugo, Sean Manaea and Luis Gil follow-up with valuable encores in 2025? Injury risk and opportunities for discounts are plentiful throughout this group! Rundown 1:10 ADP Tier 5b -- Ryan Pepiot, Shane Baz, Brandon Pfaadt & Seth Lugo 22:42 ADP Tier 5b (continued) -- Sean Manaea, Cristopher Sánchez, Taj Bradley & Zach Eflin 37:47 ADP Tier 6a -- MacKenzie Gore, Nathan Eovaldi, Luis Gil, Nick Pivetta & Spencer Arrighetti 1:01:21 ADP Tier 6b -- Yu Darvish, José Berrios, Tanner Houck & Bowden Francis 1:16:33 ADP Tier 6b (continued) Brandon Woodruff, Clarke Schmidt, Ronel Blanco, Drew Rasmussen, Gavin Williams & Jesús Luzardo 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 Share your Positional Rankings in the HiveMind Ranks for Starting Pitchers: https://forms.gle/QhdU1UimnejRG1bP6 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
Chris Adams-Wall is joined by Tampa Bay Times beat writer Marc Topkin to discuss Drew Rasmussen's extension, arbitration, Fan Fest, and more! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Gratitude and Resilience - Thank you to Canadians, including Mat Germain, for their contributions during hurricanes and wildfires in Florida and California.Excitement for upcoming 2025 Baseball SeasonSpring Training dates: Pitchers and Catchers Report: February 12, 2025.Truck Day: February 3, 2025 (celebrated by teams like the Boston Red Sox).Collegiate Baseball Opening Days, Division I: February 14, 2025, Division II: January 31, 2025.Rays Prospects and Player AnalysisJunior Caminero: Graduated from prospect status in 2024, no longer a rookie.Carson Williams - best defensive prospect in minor league baseball (MLB executives' poll). Willaims combines elite defense and power but still developing his hitting.Chandler Simpson - Stole 104 bases in 2024, known for speed and strong hitting.Xavier Isaac - Emerging as a power hitter, possibly a future left fielder.Rays' System OutlookProspects like Williams, Simpson, and Isaac could fill critical positionsPipeline of elite outfielders for the first time since the late 2000sStrategic trades opened opportunities for younger players to riseDrew Rasmussen UpdateSigned a two-year extension with the RaysCareer ERA is consistently below 3.00, with a steady WHIP (~1.04)Limited innings pitched due to past injuries, including two Tommy John surgeries.Contract reflects his dual potential as a reliever or starting pitcher, with incentives ranging from $8M to $20M in 2026Team Strength and Roster DecisionsThe Future of Brandon Lowe and Yandy DíazDeveloping infield and outfield talent reflects a strategy for long-term success.Expect a transformative 2025 season with young talent stepping up Fixing the Trop is it worth it?Ex-Rays – where are they nowCharlie Morton – Orioles replacing Corbin BurnesBlake Snell - DodgersNathaniel Lowe traded to the NationalsAmed Rosario to NationalsTommy Pham?Cincinnati Reds & the Tito EffectGavin Lux traded from Dodgers to the RedsTony Tito Francona now managing the Cincinnati RedsTito & Kevin Cash have always built strong connections with their teamsElly De La Cruz amazing talent may grow under Tito Waiting for another big trade for the Rays Thanks to Mat Germain for bringing his knowledge, wit and wisdom to the show. You can catch more of Mat on BlueSky @matgermain.bsky.socialMark can be found on BlueSky at @baseballbizondeck.bsky.social & and at http://www.baseballbizondeck.comBaseballBiz is on iheartradio, Stitcher, Apple, and Spotify Special thanks to XTaKeRuX for the music “Rocking Forward
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on Buccaneers Offensive Coordinator Liam Coen drawing interest from teams for their head coaching openings, details on Jordan Whitehead's crash that will keep him out of the playoffs, Rays extend Drew Rasmussen and Lightning win in dramatic fashion to end their losing streak. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
On this week's episode, we begin by looking at the Baseball Hall of Fame tracker, and the public votes so far. From there, we discuss Hyesong Kim signing with the Dodgers, and their resulting trade of Gavin Lux to the Reds, Brent Rooker's extension with the Athletics, Charlie Morton landing with the Orioles, Michael Lorezen heading back to the Royals, Drew Rasmussen re-upping with the Rays, and the list of our top-five players at each position heading into 2025, and our best player at each spot over the last five seasons.
Drew Rasmussen of the Rays joined TKras to discuss his return from injury, first appearance back on the bump and what he wants to happen in the future. Get here!
In the opening hour, TKras reacted to the Rays calling on Junior Caminero, plus we also spoke with Rays pitcher Drew Rasmussen too! What's the latest regarding the Bucs and NFL?
Rays & 13 inning game with the Anaheim AngelsMLBDevelops TrailblazerSeries at the Jackie Robinson Training Complex@USABaseball @USABaseball Mo'ne Davis, Tamara Holmes, Megan Meidlinger, Lefty Lesko, Maybelle Blair & Perry Barber at the event@Mat_Germain_ shares story of daughter's friend playing baseball in the provinceRays scrapping their way through the AL EastBlue Jays came up short when pitching to Yankees Juan SotoKansas City Royals are living up to Mat's expectations – loving Bobby Witt Jr.Cleveland Guardians have a path to a great seasonBrewers & Cubs fans are having good seasons to watchHouse of Cards with the Dodgers – Clayton Kershaw's impactSteve Cohen and his Mets, an owner who caresMark is less than positive about the Rays & asks Mat about the pitching rotation options if everyone is healthy, Shane McClanahan, Shane Baz, Taj Bradley, Drew Rasmussen, Jeffrey SpringsMat expects as pitchers become healthy that the bullpen will be strengthenedKeeping the Rays players hungry up to the postseasonThe heart & soul of Jose Caballero. Holding strong to shortstop position. He was critical to the 13 inning win against the AngelsStrike Out Mike Trout parties – Future HOFJose Siri's fielding tenacity. & strong on the bases with 6 SBs compared 12 SBs for entire 2023 season. Harold Ramirez – runs hard to first – An example for all to push it to first, unlike Manny Machado in the past.What to expect from the TRays bullpen – Phil Maton gave up 5 runs in 1 inning. His high leverage numbers have not been good. Cannot depend solely on Jason Adam & Poche in the bullpenChicago White Sox not great. What trades should they make? Garrett Crochet, Luis Robert Jr.?Nick Murawski – Good Guys Talk Back - anchor.fm/good-guys-talk-back Jac Caglianone, UF Baseball player hits 516 ft home runHard hitter displays – Mat offers that teams have a masher come in during 7th inning stretch to display their talents bto the crowdTommy White: Great performer, humble man & player. More BB than SO', 1000 plus OPS2-way players - Would Rays consider another 2-way player after experience with Brendan McKay & $7 million signing bonusIsaac Paredes, amazing at bats. Should be at 3rd spot in the lineup.Junior Caminero at 2nd base – poll resultsGive players a reason to continue to earn their position in the lineups including Randy ArozarenaReid Dietmers, Angels pitcher facing off w/ Zack LittellJosh Lowe & Taj Bradley rehabbing Chandler Simpson & Brayden Taylor, Seymour & Brandon McKayThanks to Mat Germain for bringing his knowledge, wit and wisdom to the show. You can catch more of Mat on Twitter x.com @Mat_Germain_ Mark can be found on Twitter x.com @TheBaseballBiz & at http://www.baseballbizondeck.comSubscribe, follow and rate the show. Thank you.BaseballBiz can be found on iheartradio, Stitcher, Apple, and SpotifySpecial thanks to XTaKeRuX for the music “Rocking Forward"
Mat Germain & Mark Corbett review the Tampa Bay Rays Spring Training and get ready for the 2024 upcoming MLB seasonTampa Bay Pitching ArmsRodriguez on board as Andrew Kittredge departs Phil Maton Jose Caballero – short stop – his speed is electric Ruben Cardenas Austin Shenton Rays Shortstop position evolution – Adames, Franco, Walls & now Caballero Mark misspeaks - Who is Carson MeadCurtis Mead – 2nd or 1st base position similar to Jonathan Aranda Carson Williams Jose Caballero – Super utility guy, aggressive steal bases Mat believes Rays could reach 175 to 200 stolen bases this season Chandler Simpson will be breaking records for the future on Rays speed Jake Odorizzi – an old friend returns to the Rays. Not a flashy guy maybe delivering 8K for 9. Kittredge – what is his future post Rays Waiting for Jeffrey Springs, Shane Baz, Drew Rasmussen to return later this year. Pitching Rotation – Zach Eflin, Civale, Littel, (injured) Taj Bradley Who will fill in for Taj – One of the 3 Jakes? Jacob (Wags) Waguespack Jacob Lopez Jake OdorizziPitching Injured Lists across the leagues – Verlander & Urquidy with Astros, Cole with Yankees, Bautista with Orioles, Giolito with Red Sox Rays Injured Pitcher list includes – Shane McClanahan, Jeffrey Springs, Drew Rasmussen, Taj Bradley, Shane Baz, Ryan Pepiot – what will his mix of pitches bring to the game Rays do not need a Jordan Montgomery or a Blake Snell What will the Rays Infield look like Mainstays to build on – Yandy Diaz, Jonathan Aranda, Isaac Paredes DH spot – Harold Ramirez, Brandon Lowe will Curtis Mead be sent down to AAA DeLuca & Rosario join the team Rosario's bat adds strength to the RaysThe bench is strong Strength of the Rays now – 2024 season, bullpen, lineup steadiness, strong outfield and speed on the bases. 2024 Tampa Bay Rays season – what does the AL East look like PECOTA – loaded up heavy on the Yankees at top of the AL East. At this time Mat sees top 3 of AL East most likely will include Baltimore Orioles, Tampa Bay Rays & Toronto Blue Jays Banged up Yankees could be relying solely on Juan Soto MLB Myopia on Yandy Diaz being unrecognized because he is with the Rays. Yandy Diaz – first place ranking in fantasy baseball Randy Arozarena – Bulked Up for 2024 – More HRs this seasonNCAA brackets, 64 teams & Dickie V Cinderella stories – You have to invite Cinderella to the ball, another reason to enjoy the expanded MLB postseason Opening Day – March 28 Minor League Season – April 2nd Rosters have to be made out Durham Bulls Stadium – great atmosphere, has the look and feel of Major League in Florida Grapefruit League Would a struggling & hungry Tampa Bay Rays fight more to the playoffs – we don't need 13 straight wins to have a good season Don't sleep on the Red Sox could squeeze off a playoff position Keep up to date with Mat's tweets on X.com @Mat_Germain_Thanks to Mat Germain for bringing the knowledge, wit and wisdom to the show. You can catch his commentary & advice on Twitter x.com @Mat_Germain_ Mark can be found on Twitter @TheBaseballBiz & at http://www.baseballbizondeck.comJust remember to subscribe, follow and rate the show. Thank you.
Keep or Kut - Pete (@PeteBBaseball) and Chad (@chadyoung) try to find potential future keeper values based on 2024 ADP. They used FantasyPros to navigate ADPs around the industry and landed on a slew of names - both pitchers and hitters - to target in your keeper startups. Join Pitcher List Plus and get an ad-free website and access to the Pitcher List Discord community, while supporting the podcast.Timestamps8:00 - Pete starts things off with Tarik Skubal, who he believes that - if everything goes right - could be a top 3 SP.13:43 - Chad thinks Corey Seager could provide some keeper value for 2025, even though he is already a late second/early third round player.16:19 - Pete is back on the Jazz Chisholm Jr. train. All aboard!19:26 - Chad sees Cole Ragans climbing draft boards and wants you to get in now to keep the 2025 keeper price lower.22:30 - Have people cooled on Shane Bieber too much? Pete is a belieber, and the velocity is up!26:43 - One year ago, Jordan Walker as the hottest commodity on the draft market. Now? It feels like people have forgotten about him. Chad likes the potential long-term cost.30:39 - Pete is excited to draft Jarren Duran in his keeper leagues, especially considering his post-150 cost.33:33 - Chad wants Riley Greene at his current cost and thinks there could be a lot of future value given his current 164 spot on FantasyPros ADP.37:28 - Byron Buxton is essentially free yet is still just 30 years old and has immense power.44:34 - Robert Stephenson is a little banged up right now, but it does feel like he will inevitably be the closer in Los Angeles.48:11 - Gavin Lux is interesting at his cost to Pete, Chad is less enthused.54:08 - Drew Rasmussen will miss most of the season, so he is basically free in drafts… get him! His keeper value for 2025 could be immense.Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Stitcher | TuneIn | Google Podcasts | RSSConnect: Twitter | keeporkut@gmail.com | Join PL+Get PL+ and join our Discord: https://pitcherlist.com/plus Join: PL+ | PL ProProud member of the Pitcher List Podcast Network
Keep or Kut - Pete (@PeteBBaseball) and Chad (@chadyoung) try to find potential future keeper values based on 2024 ADP. They used FantasyPros to navigate ADPs around the industry and landed on a slew of names - both pitchers and hitters - to target in your keeper startups. Join Pitcher List Plus and get an ad-free website and access to the Pitcher List Discord community, while supporting the podcast.Timestamps8:00 - Pete starts things off with Tarik Skubal, who he believes that - if everything goes right - could be a top 3 SP.13:43 - Chad thinks Corey Seager could provide some keeper value for 2025, even though he is already a late second/early third round player.16:19 - Pete is back on the Jazz Chisholm Jr. train. All aboard!19:26 - Chad sees Cole Ragans climbing draft boards and wants you to get in now to keep the 2025 keeper price lower.22:30 - Have people cooled on Shane Bieber too much? Pete is a belieber, and the velocity is up!26:43 - One year ago, Jordan Walker as the hottest commodity on the draft market. Now? It feels like people have forgotten about him. Chad likes the potential long-term cost.30:39 - Pete is excited to draft Jarren Duran in his keeper leagues, especially considering his post-150 cost.33:33 - Chad wants Riley Greene at his current cost and thinks there could be a lot of future value given his current 164 spot on FantasyPros ADP.37:28 - Byron Buxton is essentially free yet is still just 30 years old and has immense power.44:34 - Robert Stephenson is a little banged up right now, but it does feel like he will inevitably be the closer in Los Angeles.48:11 - Gavin Lux is interesting at his cost to Pete, Chad is less enthused.54:08 - Drew Rasmussen will miss most of the season, so he is basically free in drafts… get him! His keeper value for 2025 could be immense.Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Stitcher | TuneIn | Google Podcasts | RSSConnect: Twitter | keeporkut@gmail.com | Join PL+Get PL+ and join our Discord: https://pitcherlist.com/plus Join: PL+ | PL ProProud member of the Pitcher List Podcast Network
Keep or Kut - Pete (@PeteBBaseball) and Chad (@chadyoung) try to find potential future keeper values based on 2024 ADP. They used FantasyPros to navigate ADPs around the industry and landed on a slew of names - both pitchers and hitters - to target in your keeper startups. Join Pitcher List Plus and get an ad-free website and access to the Pitcher List Discord community, while supporting the podcast.Timestamps8:00 - Pete starts things off with Tarik Skubal, who he believes that - if everything goes right - could be a top 3 SP.13:43 - Chad thinks Corey Seager could provide some keeper value for 2025, even though he is already a late second/early third round player.16:19 - Pete is back on the Jazz Chisholm Jr. train. All aboard!19:26 - Chad sees Cole Ragans climbing draft boards and wants you to get in now to keep the 2025 keeper price lower.22:30 - Have people cooled on Shane Bieber too much? Pete is a belieber, and the velocity is up!26:43 - One year ago, Jordan Walker as the hottest commodity on the draft market. Now? It feels like people have forgotten about him. Chad likes the potential long-term cost.30:39 - Pete is excited to draft Jarren Duran in his keeper leagues, especially considering his post-150 cost.33:33 - Chad wants Riley Greene at his current cost and thinks there could be a lot of future value given his current 164 spot on FantasyPros ADP.37:28 - Byron Buxton is essentially free yet is still just 30 years old and has immense power.44:34 - Robert Stephenson is a little banged up right now, but it does feel like he will inevitably be the closer in Los Angeles.48:11 - Gavin Lux is interesting at his cost to Pete, Chad is less enthused.54:08 - Drew Rasmussen will miss most of the season, so he is basically free in drafts… get him! His keeper value for 2025 could be immense.Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Stitcher | TuneIn | Google Podcasts | RSSConnect: Twitter | keeporkut@gmail.com | Join PL+Get PL+ and join our Discord: https://pitcherlist.com/plus
We welcome back former MLB pitcher Greg Burke for more baseball talk. Always one of our most humorous and knowledgeable guests we cover a range of topics including Shohei Ohtani and his blister (SERIOUSLY!) and Drew Rasmussen getting his 3rd Tommy John surgery. I explain the internal brace and why this time it might work. We also discuss the pitch clock and follow up on some of last years discussion.
Eno, Britt and DVR discuss Domingo Germán's sticky-stuff ejection, the significance of Drew Rasmussen's injury, a gem from Jack Flaherty and the Cardinals' recent turnaround, the promotion of Mark Vientos as the Mets look for a boost, and stolen-base leaders from the past calendar year. Follow Britt on Twitter: @Britt_GhiroliFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiperWatch the episode on our new YouTube page: youtube.com/@theathleticbaseballshowToday's episode is brought to you by:Sunday -- Sunday is offering our listeners 50% off your first box! So you can get started today for as little as $55 when you go to www.getsunday.com/mlbshow at checkout Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Eno, Britt and DVR discuss Domingo Germán's sticky-stuff ejection, the significance of Drew Rasmussen's injury, a gem from Jack Flaherty and the Cardinals' recent turnaround, the promotion of Mark Vientos as the Mets look for a boost, and stolen-base leaders from the past calendar year. Follow Britt on Twitter: @Britt_Ghiroli Follow Eno on Twitter: @enosarris Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper Watch the episode on our new YouTube page: youtube.com/@theathleticbaseballshow Today's episode is brought to you by: Sunday -- Sunday is offering our listeners 50% off your first box! So you can get started today for as little as $55 when you go to www.getsunday.com/mlbshow at checkout Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Eury Perez had an impressive debut Friday (3:45). Perez over Bryce Miller and Tanner Bibee? ... Could Taj Bradley return to the Rays following the Drew Rasmussen injury (10:00)? ... Add Alex Kirilloff (12:20)? ... Christopher Morel is crushing the ball thus far (16:52). ... Matt McLain will be promoted by the Reds on Monday (21:02). McLain or Morel? ... James Paxton made his Red Sox debut and actually looked great (28:00)! ... Let's rank some waiver wire outfielders (36:32). ... News (41:00): Jazz Chisholm might have turf toe. ... Is Chris Sale back (49:15)? ... We wrap up with leftovers, bullpen updates and streamers (55:52). Fantasy Baseball Today is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Get awesome Fantasy Baseball Today merch here: http://bit.ly/3y8dUqi Follow FBT on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fbtpod?_t=8WyMkPdKOJ1&_r=1 Follow our FBT team on Twitter: @FBTPod, @CTowersCBS, @CBSScottWhite, @Roto_Frank Join our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/fantasybaseballtoday Sign up for the FBT Newsletter at https://www.cbssports.com/newsletters/fantasy-baseball-today/ For more fantasy baseball coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/fantasy/baseball/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/FantasyBaseballToday You can listen to Fantasy Baseball Today on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Fantasy Baseball Today podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Fantasy Baseball Today podcast." To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Tim Kurkjian and Buster discuss the Mother's Day surprise for Lars Nootbar on Sunday Night Baseball, Bryce Harper charging the Rockies' dugout, the Padres looking shaky after a sweep by the Dodgers, if Drew Rasmussen's injury will matter for the Rays and Buster's advice for the Cardinals. Then, Buster was in the locker room after Kenley Jansen's pitch clock violations. Later, Sarah Langs on Zack Greinke striking out a thousand different batters, Josh Naylor's late-game heroics, a Bryce Miller update and the Blue Jays' first shut out in a while. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Tim Kurkjian and Buster discuss the Mother's Day surprise for Lars Nootbar on Sunday Night Baseball, Bryce Harper charging the Rockies' dugout, the Padres looking shaky after a sweep by the Dodgers, if Drew Rasmussen's injury will matter for the Rays and Buster's advice for the Cardinals. Then, Buster was in the locker room after Kenley Jansen's pitch clock violations. Later, Sarah Langs on Zack Greinke striking out a thousand different batters, Josh Naylor's late-game heroics, a Bryce Miller update and the Blue Jays' first shut out in a while. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Eno and DVR discuss the injury to Drew Rasmussen and another test for the Rays' pitching depth, the return of James Paxton , the growth of Mitch Keller, and the tension between rest-of-season projections and growing samples of over- and underperforming players. Rundown6:41 Drew Rasmussen's Injury11:01 Taj Bradley & The Rays' Pitching Depth20:31 James Paxton is Back! Is James Paxton Back?25:32 Mitch Keller's Past Calendar Year34:22 DVR Joins Eno's Skeptical View of Alek Manoah40:40 Rest of Season Projections: Navigating Risky Rebounds & Coping with the Buzzkill53:41 Buying High Despite ROS Projections?Follow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: ratesandbarrels@theathletic.comSubscribe to The Athletic at $2/month for the first year: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsSubscribe to the Rates & Barrels YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/RatesBarrelsThis episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/rates and get on your way to being your best self.Right now, you can try LinkedIn Sales Navigator and get a sixty-day free trial at LinkedIn.com/rates23 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Eno and DVR discuss the injury to Drew Rasmussen and another test for the Rays' pitching depth, the return of James Paxton , the growth of Mitch Keller, and the tension between rest-of-season projections and growing samples of over- and underperforming players. Rundown 6:41 Drew Rasmussen's Injury 11:01 Taj Bradley & The Rays' Pitching Depth 20:31 James Paxton is Back! Is James Paxton Back? 25:32 Mitch Keller's Past Calendar Year 34:22 DVR Joins Eno's Skeptical View of Alek Manoah 40:40 Rest of Season Projections: Navigating Risky Rebounds & Coping with the Buzzkill 53:41 Buying High Despite ROS Projections? Follow Eno on Twitter: @enosarris Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper e-mail: ratesandbarrels@theathletic.com Subscribe to The Athletic at $2/month for the first year: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Subscribe to the Rates & Barrels YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/RatesBarrels This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/rates and get on your way to being your best self. Right now, you can try LinkedIn Sales Navigator and get a sixty-day free trial at LinkedIn.com/rates23 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
One of the Reds' top prospects Matt McLain will be promoted on Monday! Is he a must-add? Drew Rasmussen was placed on the 60-day IL this weekend. Add Eury Perez and then who? Fantasy Baseball Today in 5 is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Get Fantasy Baseball Today merch here: http://bit.ly/3y8dUqi Follow FBT on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fbtpod?_t=8WyMkPdKOJ1&_r=1 Follow our FBT team on Twitter: @FBTPod, @CTowersCBS, @CBSScottWhite, @Roto_Frank Join our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/fantasybaseballtoday Sign up for the FBT Newsletter at https://www.cbssports.com/newsletters/fantasy-baseball-today/ For more fantasy baseball coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/fantasy/baseball/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ You can listen to Fantasy Baseball Today in 5 on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Fantasy Baseball Today in 5 podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Fantasy Baseball Today in 5 podcast." To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick break down the Buccaneers 2023 schedule and come out with a surprising win total, plus the Rays beat up on the Yankees in the Bronx to open up the series behind Drew Rasmussen who was dealing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
It's time to take a moment to say thank you to the O.G. of this show. Chris Deary is stepping away from Pallazzo. He is still going to be around, but he will no longer be Govier's regular partner going forward. Make sure you contact @cdeary1999 on Twitter to let him know that you enjoyed the years of analysis and entertainment he provided over the last 4 years. Also, who to target to replace Drew Rasmussen. We're an independent show so we welcome your support! Sign up for our FREE Discord! You can ask Govier to write you a song or go even further by signing up for our Patreon starting at $3! Email the show anytime pallazzopodast@gmail.comPatreon:https://www.patreon.com/pallazzopodcast?fan_landing=trueDiscord:https://discord.gg/M7Aec62HAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
SUPPORT US ON VENMO: https://account.venmo.com/u/lockedonrayspodcastThe Tampa Bay Rays offense exploded on Thursday evening as they took the first game of the four-game series 8-2. Josh Lowe broke out with 5 RBI, a bases clearing double and a late 2 run bomb to put an exclamation point on his game. Josh Lowe was not the only star of the show, as Drew Rasmussen twirled a gem with 7 scoreless innings in less than 80 pitches. The Rays have three more games in the Bronx over the weekend.Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlisesFollow the show @LockedOnRaysFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
SUPPORT US ON VENMO: https://account.venmo.com/u/lockedonrayspodcast The Tampa Bay Rays offense exploded on Thursday evening as they took the first game of the four-game series 8-2. Josh Lowe broke out with 5 RBI, a bases clearing double and a late 2 run bomb to put an exclamation point on his game. Josh Lowe was not the only star of the show, as Drew Rasmussen twirled a gem with 7 scoreless innings in less than 80 pitches. The Rays have three more games in the Bronx over the weekend. Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show @LockedOnRaysFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
The Tampa Bay Rays were handed their third series loss of the year at the hands of the Baltimore Orioles. Wednesday's game featured good pitching, good defense but not enough timely hits for the Rays. During the three-game series, the Rays went 1-22 with men in scoring positions, the one hit coming in the later innings of Wednesday's game as Wander drove in Yandy Diaz with a liner up the middle.The Rays will now head to New York for seven games, but first, it is the New York Yankees they will face for a four-game series starting Thursday evening as Domingo German starts for the Yankees and Drew Rasmussen gets the ball for the Rays.Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlisesFollow the show @LockedOnRaysFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
The Tampa Bay Rays were handed their third series loss of the year at the hands of the Baltimore Orioles. Wednesday's game featured good pitching, good defense but not enough timely hits for the Rays. During the three-game series, the Rays went 1-22 with men in scoring positions, the one hit coming in the later innings of Wednesday's game as Wander drove in Yandy Diaz with a liner up the middle. The Rays will now head to New York for seven games, but first, it is the New York Yankees they will face for a four-game series starting Thursday evening as Domingo German starts for the Yankees and Drew Rasmussen gets the ball for the Rays. Follow Kevin Weiss @KevinWeiss_ Follow Ulises Sambrano @SambranoUlises Follow the show @LockedOnRaysFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
Clay Link (@claywlink) and Todd Zola (@ToddZola) grade all of next week's projected two-start pitchers on a 0-5 scale. A new MLB season means it's time for a new kind of daily fantasy baseball. Rival Fantasy is the fantasy platform reinventing the way Daily and Weekly games are played, and they've brought new games to the ballpark this year that Fantasy players won't find anywhere else. Go to play.rivalfantasy.com/signup and use code RotowireMLB at sign-up and deposit a minimum of $25 to get your first entry on Rival protected up to $50! Swing into the MLB season with Vivid Seats and score tickets to all of the hottest matchups and biggest games of the year. Every crack of the bat, every deep center fly, and every heart-pounding double-play of your favorite team, live and in person. Visit Vivid Seats today. (https://www.vividseats.com/?wsUser=948&wsVar=SITE) News Bryce Harper could be back in early May. Max Scherzer drops his appeal (6:00) Liam Hendriks is in remission. FAAB pickups Mason Miller (10:45) Zach Neto RIVAL Fantasy (18:05) Todd - Julio Urias & Aaron Nola OVER Clay - Alek Manoah OVER & Mitch Keller UNDER Two-Start Pitchers (30:00) Tommy Henry 0 Spencer Strider 5 Charlie Morton 4 Dean Kremer 0 (Todd 1) Kyle Bradish 3 Chris Sale (34:00) 4 Justin Steele 3 (Todd 4) Nick Lodolo 4 Cal Quantrill 2 Austin Gomber 0 Lucas Giolito 3 Mike Clevinger 2 Eduardo Rodriguez 2 Spencer Turnbull 0 (Todd 1) Jose Urquidy 4 (Todd 3) Brad Keller 2 (Todd 3) Brady Singer 1 (Todd 4) Jose Suarez 0 Noah Syndergaard 2 (Todd 3) Edward Cabrera 2 (Todd 1) Bryan Hoeing 0 Colin Rea 2 Joe Ryan 5 Kenta Maeda 1 (Todd 2) Kodai Senga 4 Nestor Cortes 5 (Todd 4) Jhony Brito 1 Ken Waldichuk 0 Bailey Falter 0 (Todd 1) Johan Oviedo 2 Logan Gilbert 4 (Todd 5) Alex Cobb 3 Jordan Montgomery 2 (Todd 3) Drew Rasmussen 5 (Todd 4) Taj Bradley 3 (Todd 2) Nathan Eovaldi 1 (Todd 2) Martin Perez 1 (Todd 2) Chris Bassitt 4 Josiah Gray 1 (Todd 2) Two-Start Grade Recap 1:01:15 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Malcolm Bamford, Munaf Manji and Dylan Rockford guide you through the MLB card for Friday. Drew Rasmussen features as the Tampa Bay Rays step up a level of opposition in Toronto, while local rivalry is at stake as the Rangers face the Astros. As usual, the episode wraps up with their lock and dog for the Friday games! SGPN Merch Store - https://sg.pn/store Download The Free SGPN App - https://sgpn.app Check out SGPN.TV Support us by supporting our partners ShadyRays.com code SGPN - 50% OFF 2+ pairs of polarized sunglasses SwordVitality.com code SGPN - Increase blood flow + stamina Tawkify.com/SGPN - 20% off when you become a client Underdog Fantasy code SGPN - 100% Deposit Match up to $100 - https://sg.pn/underdog Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
20 Quick-Hitting topics from the early part of the season. We discuss the early playing time fallouts, injuries (and who is the next man up), some early performers that have my attention, and more! These videos and live streams will take place all season long. Check us out on YouTube for more fantasy content. SUBSCRIBE HERE: Youtube Page You can follow our hosts Mike Kurland @Mike Kurland Jorge Montanez @Roto_Nino Michael Simione @SpStreamer Check out our Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/GTEFantasy DON'T FORGET TO SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxcT... ?sub_confirmation=1 If you have fantasy questions, Follow me on twitter and ask them here: https://twitter.com/Mike_Kurland Check out our Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/GTEFantasy Today's notes: Brice Turang SB/BA help Could be everything we hoped from tovar Sean Murphy's PT is NOT good. lineup Platoon watch: Luke Raily - streamer? Strong side platoon watch Isaac Paredes PT? Just 1 of 3 vs RHP Merrifield not a everyday player early on. Only 1 o f 3 vs rhp Luis Garcis leading off vs RHP IS a thing. Graham ashcraft season Ashcraft 3 pitch mix (at least 11%) but heavy cutter/slider usage +1.9 on slider and added 2in of horizontal break -1.2 mph on cutter MacKenzie Gore good outing M. Gore velo up on all secondaries and posted a 32% CSW% vs Braves. Impressive. This is with 63% fastball usage with FB sitting 94.7 mph on the day. In line with last year. Tanner Houck new cutter T. Houck velo down across the board. Yuck. Did feature a new cutter that he averaged around 90 mph on and threw it 27% of the time (2nd most of any pitch) A 40% CSW% - not too shabby Springs is amazing and featured a new sweeper. Springs is amazing and featured a new sweeper that he threw 12% of the time. Got a 40% CSW on it and a 41% CSW overall. Just another weapon for the budding star. Drew Rasmussen is interesting (tweet) Carlos Estevez sweeper? Carlos Estevez velo dipped yesterday-1.9 on 4-seam -2.3 on slider Ryan Weathers watchlist Musgrove returning. Could be odd man out +1.8 mph on 4-seam but lost movement. Could be an issue if it is too straight. 1.6 on sweeper but 5 inches added to vert. Break. And 2 inches to horizontal break. Had a 40% whiff rate. I want to see him throw more secondaries. Chapman big velo spike Kolten Wong and Jarred Kelenic sat 2 straight vs LHP Names to stash in deeper leagues: Senzel/ Votto/ Kirilloff Deep league note: Zack McKinstry getting strong side run with J. Schoop getting weak side. Braxton Garrett is an add M. Kepler DTD - next man up? E. Sosa strong spring and carrying it over. Can the PT be there? INSTANT REACTION to Eloy Jimenez injury and the potential fallout of the newly available playing time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Brice Turang or Nolan Gorman (4:08)? Both are off to great starts. Why is Travis d'Arnaud playing more than Sean Murphy early on (9:00)? ... Adam Duvall or James Outman (13:50)? Trevor Larnach or Joey Gallo? ... What's going on with steals and BABIP early in the season (18:32)? ... News (28:32): Liam Hendriks is making progress. ... A bunch of pitchers got rocked on Monday (32:12). ... Freddy Peralta and Drew Rasmussen actually performed well (43:40). ... Who are these deep-league options (48:32)? ... We wrap up with bullpen updates, streamers and Team Name Tuesday (56:48). Fantasy Baseball Today is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Fantasy Baseball Today is a finalist in the Baseball Category for the Sports Podcast Awards! Quickly create an account and vote here: https://www.sportspodcastgroup.com/sports_category/best-baseball-podcast/ Get awesome Fantasy Baseball Today merch here: http://bit.ly/3y8dUqi Follow FBT on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fbtpod?_t=8WyMkPdKOJ1&_r=1 Follow our FBT team on Twitter: @FBTPod, @CTowersCBS, @CBSScottWhite, @Roto_Frank Join our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/fantasybaseballtoday Sign up for the FBT Newsletter at https://www.cbssports.com/newsletters/fantasy-baseball-today/ For more fantasy baseball coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/fantasy/baseball/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/FantasyBaseballToday You can listen to Fantasy Baseball Today on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Fantasy Baseball Today podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Fantasy Baseball Today podcast." To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jose Altuve has a fractured thumb (2:35)? How much time will he miss? Who will take his place in Houston? ... How did Frank do in his H2H points Tout Wars draft (10:55)? ... News (20:30): Yordan Alvarez could play in games this week. Jurickson Profar signed with the Rockies. ... Let's talk about under-discussed players, starting with Shane Bieber (37:22). ... Is Luis Garcia overvalued (40:20)? ... What's to like about Drew Rasmussen (43:10)? ... Is Bryan Reynolds risky (47:38)? ... What can we expect from Whit Merrifield (49:18)? ... Josh Hader's velo is down this spring (53:11). ... Eduardo Rodriguez's velo is up this spring (55:20). ... Can Gleyber Torres improve the counting stats (56:55)? ... Let's run through the rest of the names (59:25). Fantasy Baseball Today is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Fantasy Baseball Today is a finalist in the Baseball Category for the Sports Podcast Awards! Quickly create an account and vote here: https://www.sportspodcastgroup.com/sports_category/best-baseball-podcast/ Get awesome Fantasy Baseball Today merch here: http://bit.ly/3y8dUqi Follow FBT on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fbtpod?_t=8WyMkPdKOJ1&_r=1 Follow our FBT team on Twitter: @FBTPod, @CTowersCBS, @CBSScottWhite, @Roto_Frank Join our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/fantasybaseballtoday Sign up for the FBT Newsletter at https://www.cbssports.com/newsletters/fantasy-baseball-today/ For more fantasy baseball coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/fantasy/baseball/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/FantasyBaseballToday You can listen to Fantasy Baseball Today on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Fantasy Baseball Today podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Fantasy Baseball Today podcast." To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jeff Erickson and Scott Jenstad hit on some news and notes from Spring Training and then break down a number of their draft targets for every position. They talk targets in all areas of the draft, players discussed include Drew Rasmussen, Gabriel Moreno, Eloy Jimenez and many, many more. Follow us on Twitter: @Jeff_Erickson I @ScottJenstad I @RotoWire Please support our sponsors Fantrax and Underdog. Sign up for Fantrax FREE today and be entered to win an Official MLB signed jersey from Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Simply to go to https://www.fantrax.com/rotowire. Fantrax is also giving away an MLB GameDay Experience this season, which includes tickets and $1,000 for travel + accommodations to you and your leaguemates. Learn more at the following link: https://www.fantraxhq.com/fantrax-mlb-gameday-experience/ Underdog: Sign up for Underdog to receive a free 6-month subscription to RotoWire and first deposit match up to $100 with promo code RWMLB. Claim this special offer now at https://play.underdogfantasy.com/pc-QlFe1qrWkC. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
On The Corner Alex Fast's Full Top 100 SP List Nick Pollack (@PitcherList) and Alex Fast (@AlexFast8) talk about Alex's Top 100 starting pitchers for 2023. Health vs Stuff - 10:00 Alex's "Aces of Dubs" - 16:00 High man on Drew Rasmussen - 30:00 SP 30-50 - 41:00 “This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/PITCHERLIST and get on your way to being your best self.” Subscribe: iTunes | Android | Stitcher | Spotify | Google Play | RSS | Join Pitcher List Plus to support the podcast and get an Ad-Free Website + access to our Discord community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
On The Corner Nick Pollack (@PitcherList) and Alex Fast (@AlexFast8) talk about the 51-60 range of starting pitchers in Nick's updated list for 2023 51) Drew Rasmussen - 6:00 52) Lance McCullers Jr - 13:00 53) Michael Kopech - 18:30 54) Grayson Rodriguez - 23:30 55) Kodai Senga - 29:00 56) Jack Flahrety - 33:00 57) Kenta Maeda - 37:00 58) Mike Soroka - 43:00 59) Kyle Wright - 48:00 60) Jon Gray - 52:30 Subscribe: iTunes | Android | Stitcher | Spotify | Google Play | RSS | Join Pitcher List Plus to support the podcast and get an Ad-Free Website + access to our Discord community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Eno and DVR continue Pitcher Week with a look at the starting pitchers with Top 100-200 overall ADP in January drafts. Rundown1:37 A Quick Breaking News Item (Adalberto Mondesi Traded to Boston)4:20 ADP Tier 3: Robbie Ray, George Kirby, Logan Gilbert, Hunter Greene, Luis Severino, Nestor Cortes, Logan Webb, Kyle Wright, Blake Snell, Clayton Kershaw, Nick Lodolo19:50 The Clayton Kershaw 'Problem' 36:58 Lingering Questions About the Ball (Related Reading: https://www.insider.com/mlb-used-two-balls-again-this-year-and-evidence-points-to-a-third-2022-12 - by Bradford William Davis w/research from Dr. Meredith Wills)42:01 ADP Tier 3.5 - Lance Lynn, Joe Ryan, Freddy Peralta, Jesús Luzardo, Lucas Giolito, Chris Bassitt50:05 ADP Tier 4 – Dustin May, Luis Garcia, Pablo López, Jordan Montgomery, Chris Sale, Charlie Morton, Tony Gonsolin1:11:07 ADP Tier 4.5 - Jeffrey Springs, Drew Rasmussen, Brady Singer, Grayson Rodriguez, Jon GrayFollow Eno on Twitter: @enosarrisFollow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRipere-mail: ratesandbarrels@theathletic.comSubscribe to The Athletic at $2/month for the first year: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Eno and DVR continue Pitcher Week with a look at the starting pitchers with Top 100-200 overall ADP in January drafts. Rundown 1:37 A Quick Breaking News Item (Adalberto Mondesi Traded to Boston) 4:20 ADP Tier 3: Robbie Ray, George Kirby, Logan Gilbert, Hunter Greene, Luis Severino, Nestor Cortes, Logan Webb, Kyle Wright, Blake Snell, Clayton Kershaw, Nick Lodolo 19:50 The Clayton Kershaw 'Problem' 36:58 Lingering Questions About the Ball (Related Reading: https://www.insider.com/mlb-used-two-balls-again-this-year-and-evidence-points-to-a-third-2022-12 - by Bradford William Davis w/research from Dr. Meredith Wills) 42:01 ADP Tier 3.5 - Lance Lynn, Joe Ryan, Freddy Peralta, Jesús Luzardo, Lucas Giolito, Chris Bassitt 50:05 ADP Tier 4 – Dustin May, Luis Garcia, Pablo López, Jordan Montgomery, Chris Sale, Charlie Morton, Tony Gonsolin 1:11:07 ADP Tier 4.5 - Jeffrey Springs, Drew Rasmussen, Brady Singer, Grayson Rodriguez, Jon Gray Follow Eno on Twitter: @enosarris Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper e-mail: ratesandbarrels@theathletic.com Subscribe to The Athletic at $2/month for the first year: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrels Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices