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Number, Word and Song of the Day. DVR with Vassegh before the Dodgers-Padres game and latest on Shohei Ohtani's next start. Secret Textoso Roundup
Eno and DVR discuss the Red Sox's decision to demote Kristian Campbell to Triple-A, a benches-clearing sequence between the Padres and Dodgers on Thursday hours after the Dodgers denied ICE access to the Dodger Stadium parking lot, and fan ejections during a doubleheader between the Pirates and Tigers, before looking ahead at a few players to consider as waiver-wire pickups this weekend.Rundown2:43 Kristian Campbell: Headed to Triple-A11:14 Padres-Dodgers Finds a New Level17:01 The Bigger Story: Dodgers Deny ICE Access to Stadium Parking Lots22:37 Multiple Ejections at Comerica During Pirates-Tigers Doubleheader25:35 Lars Nootbaar and Tough Shallow League Decisions31:45 Most Added & Dropped Hitters (6.20.25, CBS)40:21 Parker Meadows' Falling Projections46:17 Michael Harris II: Projections Holding Up Despite Disappointing First Half51:51 Jo Adell: Continues to Hold K% Improvement54:44 Most Added & Dropped Pitchers (6.20.25, CBS)1:03:29 Essential for Left-Handed Starters to Get Grounders in Houston?Follow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @dvr.bsky.sociale-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisProducer: Brian SmithExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Word, Number, Song of the Day. Petros and Matt get heated about the Dodgers-Padres rivalry. DVR with Dave Vassegh.
Number, Word and Song of the Day. DVR with Vassegh at Dodger Stadium. Great Sports Talk surrounding Ohtani's debut and Feeling Good!
Eno, Trevor, and DVR discuss Cal Raleigh's place atop the home-run leaderboard and what it might take for him to main a pace necessary to take AL MVP Honors away from Aaron Judge before taking a deep dive into the importance of good communication in the wake of the Rafael Devers trade Sunday and recent comments from Nationals manager Davey Martinez.Rundown1:45 Cal Raleigh Atop MLB's Home-Run Leaderboard6:36 The Always Difficult Case of a Catcher for MVP10:29 Tylor Megill to the IL w/UCL Sprain13:56 Typical Communication to Teams Following a Trade19:18 Creating a Balanced Relationship Between Front Office and Players24:59 Why Is There So Much Turnover with Decision-Makers in Boston?28:26 There Were Baseball Reasons for the Deal42:28 The Overuse of "Clubhouse Cancer" Labels56:48 Returning From Tommy John Surgery1:06:33 Name! That! Dude! (2025 Season Series: Trevor 4, Eno 0)Follow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @dvr.bsky.socialFollow Trevor on Bluesky: @iamtrevormay.bsky.sociale-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisWith: Trevor MayProducer: Brian SmithExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Song,Word,Number of the Day. Great Sports Talk from Dodger Stadium. DVR with Dave Vassegh.
Eno and DVR discuss Shohei Ohtani's first outing back in the big leagues after having Tommy John surgery in September of 2023, and the return of Logan Gilbert from a flexor strain, before acknowledging several pitchers who have received very little attention on the show over the course of the season.Rundown0:41 Shohei Ohtani's First Start on the Mound Since 20238:43 Logan Gilbert: 10 Strikeouts in Return from IL11:26 Carlos Rodón Is Healthy and Pitching Great17:31 Checking In: DVR's Extreme Risk Pitcher Build23:05 Robbie Ray & Logan Webb28:38 Jack Flaherty's Quietly Productive Season32:30 Is Brayan Bello Unlocking A New Level with His Cutter?34:12 José Soriano's Underwhelming Results Despite Electric Velo36:48 What Happened to Bailey Ober?Follow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @dvr.bsky.sociale-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisProducer: Brian SmithExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Andrew Baggarly joins Eno and DVR to discuss the blockbuster trade that sent Rafael Devers to the Giants in a stunning five-player swap Sunday, the Giants' increasing commitment at a group of four position players, and the rising importance of Bryce Eldridge's development as a defender.Plus, Eno shares a few comps for Kyle Harrison, and they wonder how the Red Sox might attempt to reallocate the money they no longer have to pay Devers, before discussing Shohei Ohtani's return to pitching and where the money went in fantasy baseball leagues this weekend.Rundown0:28 The Giants Acquire Rafael Devers in Five-Player Deal with Red Sox0:55 How Much Better Are the Giants w/Devers?3:04 Have We Overestimated the Difference Between Buster Posey & Farhan Zaidi?7:02 Becoming Less Risk-Averse9:56 Other Moves on the Horizon?14:44 More Importance on Bryce Eldrige's Defensive Development22:24 Devers' Fit at Oracle Park29:18 A Step Backward to Hopefully Take a Step Forward?34:11 Kyle Harrison's Long-Term Outlook38:10 Shohei Ohtani is Ready to Pitch in Games Again44:27 Jackson Merrill to the Concussion IL & More Injury Notes58:54 Where the Money Went: Father's Day Weekend 2025 EditionFollow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @dvr.bsky.sociale-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisWith: Andrew BaggarlyProducer: Brian SmithExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Stop #1 of the 2025 PMS Summer Tour from Rock and Brews in El Segundo. Final Hour Fun Fact. Number, Word and Song of the Day. DVR with Vassegh at Dodger Stadium. Goodbye from El Segundo
3 Things Thursday on the NBA and LeBron James. NFL Network and Padres fan Daniel Jeremiah. DVR with Vassegh.
Eno and DVR discuss the increased drag on the baseball in 2025 and consider the related impact on xStats. Plus, Aaron Civale gets his wish, Jacob Misiorowski shows electric stuff in his big-league debut, and Christian Moore is on his way to Anaheim. Rundown1:03 Aaron Civale Traded to the White Sox for Andrew Vaughn7:13 Christian Moore Joins the Halos13:33 The Impact of Increased Drag on the Ball in 202526:50 Weekend Waiver Preview: Hitters of Interest36:04 Brenton Doyle v. Jo Adell and Other Power-Speed Combo Players42:26 Connor Norby Has Runway, Can He Turn It Into Shallow League Value?46:38 Jacob Misiorowski: Electric Stuff in MLB Debut54:43 Ben Casparius: An Opportunity to Make a Few Starts?Follow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @dvr.bsky.sociale-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Eno and DVR discuss another round of news including Trevor May's induction in the Reading Baseball Hall of Fame, Tommy John surgery for Jackson Jobe, and a rotator cuff injury for Cole Ragans. Plus, they discuss the 'Urgency Index' of Trade Deadline needs, before looking at several hitters they've rarely discussed this season including Jeremy Peña, Hunter Goodman, and Ozzie Albies. Rundown1:19 Congrats, Trevor!2:26 Jackson Jobe: Will Undergo Tommy John Surgery10:44 Cole Ragans: Returns to IL w/Rotator Cuff Strain13:54 Aaron Civale: Requests a Trade Out of Milwaukee16:26 The 'Urgency Index 1.0' Teams In Need of Impact Starting Pitchers21:31 Thinking Outside the Box For Another SP on the Trade Market27:15 Kodai Senga: IL-Bound w/Hamstring Injury29:46 Listener Submissions: Hitters We've Largely Ignored47:33 Isaac Paredes: Back to Tapping Into Pull Power51:28 Ozzie Albies: Where Did the Power Go?Follow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @dvr.bsky.sociale-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisProducer: Brian SmithExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Eno, Jed, and DVR discuss a few injury-related news items including updates on Aaron Nola, Matt Chapman, Bryce Miller and Justin Martinez, plus a few surprises from The Athletic's (anonymous) 2025 MLB player poll. They also dig into information hitters might be interested in when preparing for a particular series, using Pete Alonso's new approach as inspiration for a theoretical matchup against the Astros.Rundown1:21 A Rib Cage Stress Reaction for Aaron Nola4:15 Matt Chapman: Will See Hand Specialist This Week10:19 The Athletic's 2025 MLB Player Poll($): https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/640663623:33 Managers That Players Want to Play For30:15 What Information Do You Want About Opposing Pitchers?37:46 A Game Plan for Pete Alonso v. Framber Valdez47:59 Do Hitters Value Information About Usage Tendencies?52:27 Hunter Brown and the Value of Two Very Good FastballsFollow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @dvr.bsky.sociale-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisWith: Jed LowrieProducer: Brian SmithExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Number, Word and Song of the Day. DVR with Vassegh at Petco Park. Secret Textoso Roundup
Petros and Matt are all over the Dodgers-Padres series and the latest Mookie Betts Podcast. DVR with Vassegh at Petco Park. Secret Textoso Roundup.
Eno and DVR discuss the Red Sox's promotion of Roman Anthony and the future logjam in the outfield once Wilyer Abreu eventually returns from the IL. Plus, the return of Eury Pérez, the Brewers' upcoming promotion of Jacob Misiorowski, and a return trip to the IL for Bryce Miller.Plus, The Athletic's Dennis Lin drops by to discuss the Padres, including the rash of pitching injuries that have impacted the rotation, Xander Bogaerts' lost power, and how A.J. Preller could still find a way to make additions at the Trade Deadline in July.Finally, Eno and DVR take a quick look at the NL Playoff Picture in search of teams that can significantly change their direction in the next seven weeks.Rundown1:09 Roman Anthony Promoted by Red Sox13:01 Jacob Misiorowski to Join Brewers on Thursday as Starter20:06 Eury Pérez: Makes Return From Tommy John Surgery25:37 Denzel Clarke is Amazing30:53 Dennis Lin Joins the Show to Talk Padres47:48 June Check-In: NL Playoff Picture Connecting Buyers & SellersFollow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @dvr.bsky.sociale-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisGuest: Dennis LinProducer: Brian SmithExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Devin Clark, comedian and retro TV aficionado, joins the show alongside returning guest, Shawn.Michael gifts Clark a dream moment with Huey Lewis, and the team launches their first original reality show: Love is Electric.Plus, the find out what spirit is haunting the studio.And in a MZNOW tradition, Michael graduates his DVR watchlist with picks to binge now, later, or never again.Watch the full episode on YouTube:YouTube.com/@michaelzavalaFollow the Guys:Michael Zavala @michaelzavalaEric Star @mrericstarClark @justsimplyclarkFollow the Show:Instagram: @mznowtvwww.MZNOW.tvProduced at mzStudios mzStudiosDallas.com
Eno and DVR discuss the confirmation that Corbin Burnes needs Tommy John surgery, the impact his absence will have on the D-backs' rotation, the best pitchers in the minors yet to make their MLB debuts, how they approach weekly spending in FAAB leagues, and where the money went over the weekend -- including pickups of Bryce Elder and Michael McGreevy as teams continue to search for viable pitching help.Rundown1:49 Corbin Burnes Needs Tommy John Surgery9:03 What's Next for the Diamondbacks?15:26 Brandon Pfaadt's Low Strikeout Rate & Overall Struggles21:39 Who Is The Best Pitcher Yet to Debut?32:33 Other News & Notes: Julio Rodríguez, Kyle Teel, Justin Verlander and LaMonte Wade Jr.45:19 Managing Budgets Over the Entire Season54:44 Where the Money Went: Jac, CES, Jo Adell, Bryce Elder & Michael McGreevyFollow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @dvr.bsky.sociale-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisProducer: Brian SmithExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this episode of Cybersecurity Today, host David Shipley delves into alarming developments in the cybersecurity landscape. The FBI has flagged a massive malware campaign named Bad Box 2.0, which has compromised 1 million consumer devices globally, turning them into residential proxies. Additionally, a new variant of the Mirai malware is targeting DVR devices via a critical vulnerability. Meanwhile, criminals are shifting their operations from bulletproof hosts to harder-to-trace VPNs and residential proxy networks. The episode also covers urgent calls for post-quantum cryptography readiness amidst looming quantum computing threats, alongside a significant policy shift in the US. President Trump has signed an executive order dismantling former President Biden's extensive cybersecurity initiatives, including efforts focused on AI and quantum cryptography. These regulatory rollbacks emphasize minimal federal oversight and leave long-term digital defense strategies in question. 00:00 Introduction and Major Headlines 00:32 FBI Warns About Bad Box 2.0 Botnet 02:47 DVR Botnet Threats and Exploits 03:59 Shift in Cybercriminal Tactics 05:33 Quantum Computing and Encryption Concerns 07:08 Trump's Cybersecurity Policy Overhaul 11:36 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
Final Hour Fun Fact.Word,Number,Song of the Day. DVR with Vassegh LIVE from St. Louis. Dead/Alive Guy Birthday of the Day
Eno and DVR discuss the recent struggles of Royce Lewis, Jorge Polanco's cool down in May following a torrid start to the season, comps for Parker Meadows now that he's returned from the IL, Ronny Mauricio's path to short-term playing time with Mark Vientos on the IL expectations for Eury Pérez as he returns from Tommy John surgery, and other weekend waiver-wire and roster decisions to consider, before checking in with Senior Hot Dog Correspondent Niv Shah about two recent 'Taste of the Majors' adventures at Nationals Park.Rundown2:17 News & Notes: Kyle Tucker, Francisco Lindor, Josh Naylor, Brandon Woodruff, and Shane Bieber12:48 Hitters of Interest for Jac Caglianone Week14:39 Royce Lewis & Matt McLain Falling Off Shallow League Rosters20:09 Parker Meadows Comps From ATC25:33 Cole Young and Jacob Melton as Deep League Targets?28:31 Eury Pérez's Upcoming Return & Shallow League Movers33:59 Lance McCullers: Will Approach With Limited Fastballs Work?47:57 Senior Hot Dog Correspondent Niv Shah Joins the Show!1:01:20 A Chicago Hot Dog at Nationals Park Isn't a Chicago Dog At All1:18:15 Deeper League Pitchers on the RadarFollow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @dvr.bsky.socialFollow Niv on Bluesky: @ottoneu.come-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisProducer: Brian SmithExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Eno, Trevor, and DVR discuss a lengthy absence of Pablo López following a Grade 2 teres major strain, and wonder if Chase Burns' arrival in Cincinnati might come earlier than expected with Hunter Greene's return to the IL. Plus, they dig into the regression cases of several starting pitchers -- including the always puzzling Andrew Abbott, Kris Bubic, Casey Mize, and several others.Rundown0:42 Pablo Lopez: Out 8-12 Weeks6:18 An Opportunity for David Festa8:03 Hunter Greene Goes Back on the IL11:50 Another Attempt to Understand Andrew Abbott's Success19:29 2025 ERA v. Rest-of-Season Projections (OOPSY/ppERA)25:43 Nathan Eovaldi's Tendency to Lose Velocity In Season32:10 The Best Version of Casey Mize We've Seen?41:02 Tyler Mahle's Low K% Will Become a Problem44:14 Should You Worry About Jacob deGrom's Last Two Starts?48:30 Checking In on the Drag on the Baseball54:58 How Would Dynamic Daily Park Factors Impact Your Game Plan?Follow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @dvr.bsky.socialFollow Trevor on Bluesky: @iamtrevormay.bsky.sociale-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisWith: Trevor MayProducer: Brian SmithExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Number, Word and Song of the Day. DVR with Vassegh from Dodger Stadium. PMS Quick Serve update
Eno, Jed and DVR discuss the highly-anticipated debut of Jac Caglianone on Tuesday night, and take a quick stroll down memory lane to remember Jed's debut back on April 15, 2008. Plus, they discuss the diminished stuff from Spencer Strider, Corbin Burnes' second opinion, and Eury Pérez's upcoming return to the Marlins' rotation, before looking at the way in which park factors might not be capturing unique park effects.Rundown1:23 Jac Caglianone's Debut with the Royals6:14 Jed's Major League Debut13:55 Elite Bat Speed Already on Display20:10 Corbin Burnes Seeks Second Opinion & Expecting Changes From Spencer Strider29:12 The Giants Shuffle Up a Few Roster Spots37:37 How Well Do Park Factors Capture Park Effects?56:24 A Seemingly Unavoidable Collision Leads to an EjectionFollow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @dvr.bsky.sociale-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisWith: Jed LowrieProducer: Brian SmithExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Number, Word, Song of the Day. DVR with Vassegh about the Dodgers-Yankees Series, the Injuries, and the Mets in town. Secret Textoso Roundup
The guys are LIVE at Dodger Stadium for the big Dodgers-Yankees series opener. DVR with Vassegh on the field. Brady and Trey Ebel. Special Apperance from Dontrelle Willis. Great Sports Talk with the guy who saved Shohei last year
3 Things Thursday on the NFL. DVR with Vassegh. Petros with a Chris Taylor Angels Update.
Minor Sports Stories including a NY sports talk radio host who hates the Dodgers. DVR with Vassegh after the Dodgers lost in Cleveland. Secret Textoso Roundup
Eno and DVR discuss a few injuries from the long weekend including the potential for an extended absence for Alex Bregman, an opportunity for Marcelo Mayer at third base, Michael King's long-term outlook, and Tarik Skubal's Sunday morning gem in Detroit. Plus, Joshua Rodrigues joins the show to discuss how we might be able to re-think classifying hitters with the recently released swing data from Baseball Savant using a combination of swing traits.Rundown1:07 Alex Bregman to the IL, Marcelo Mayer Promoted6:48 Michael King on the IL w/Shoulder Inflammation11:26 Free Agency Outlook for King15:29 Tarik Skubal's 'Maddux' Pulls No-Hitter Level Game Score18:45 A Weekend Full of Statcast Goodness24:25 Joshua Rodrigues Joins the Show!26:09 Contact Point Heat Maps32:37 Grouping Hitters By Three Swing Traits (Bat Speed, Attack Angle, Swing Path Tilt)35:18 Cluster Rankings by Batted Ball Metrics45:03 The Challenge of Making Good Bat Path Grades54:56 Where the Money Went: Late May EditionFollow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @dvr.bsky.socialFollow Josh on Bluesky: @jrodrigues39.bsky.sociale-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisProducer: Brian SmithExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Final Hour Fun Fact. Word, Number and Song of the Day. DVR with Vassegh. Dead and Alive Guy Birthday of the Day.
DVR with Vassegh as the Dodgers head out on a 6-game east coast roadtrip. 3 Things Thursday on the NBA Playoffs. Secret Textoso Roundup
Eno and DVR discuss George Kirby's first start back from the IL, Ronald Acuña Jr.'s outlook as he returns from a second ACL tear this weekend, a case for Carson Whisenhunt to get a look in San Francisco, Matt Shaw's viability in shallow leagues, and Denzel Clarke's path to avoiding a platoon in the A's outfield. Plus, Senior Hot Dog Correspondent Niv Shah returns with big news at Nationals Park. Rundown2:16 George Kirby: Back in Action on Thursday; Scouting Report?7:59 Ronald Acuña Jr.: Returns on Friday against the Padres12:41 Ronel Blanco Seeks Second Opinion; Astros Rotation Depth Questions Persist17:44 News & Notes: Lane Thomas, Gleyber Torres, Corey Seager, Jordan Westburg and Justin Verlander24:57 Matt Shaw: Back on Shallow League Radar?33:32 Denzel Clarke & Robert Hassell III Get Promoted38:16 Shane Baz v. Rising Starting Pitchers44:47 Niv Shah Joins to the Show!52:06 Most Auctioned, Added & Dropped on ottoneu, last seven daysFollow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @dvr.bsky.sociale-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dodgers GM Brandon Gomes visits the guys in the suite. DVR with Vassegh who has a great story about a Diamondbacks player asking for Dodgers players autographs. A Great Day in Great Sports Talk!
Eno, DVR, and Jed discuss the new tools and leaderboards at Baseball Savant offering more public-facing data than ever for bat paths and attack angles. Plus, they talk about the eventual arrival of ABS for regular season games, and their 2025 predictions they want to use a mulligan on. Rundown1:02 New Toys at Baseball Savant -- Swing Path & Attack Angle Leaderboards9:12 Looking for Ideal & Unusual Combinations16:00 Is Swing Path Tilt the Most Difficult Thing to Change?25:09 Do Flatter Swing Path Hitters Have Higher Floors?34:40 ABS Getting Closer to Become a Reality in MLB Games Beyond Spring?52:03 Which 2025 Prediction(s) Do You Want a Mulligan On?Baseball Savant's Swing Path & Attack Angle Leaderboards: https://baseballsavant.mlb.com/leaderboard/bat-tracking/swing-path-attack-angleFollow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @dvr.bsky.sociale-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisWith: Jed LowrieExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Petros and Matt are LIVE at the Chargers Golf Tournament. Dicker The Kicker stops by during his round of golf. DVR with Vassegh from Dodger Stadium after the Angels swept the Dodgers and update on the injuries. How Was Your Weekend?
Eno and DVR discuss a busy weekend of baseball news including the Orioles' dismissal of manager Brandon Hyde, an 80-game suspension for José Alvarado following a failed PED test, Mick Able's impressive debut, the upcoming return of Matt Shaw, and where the money went this weekend in fantasy baseball leagues.Rundown4:52 Brandon Hyde: Fired by Orioles12:21 José Alvarado Suspended 80 Games for Positive PED Test17:10 Mick Abel Impresses in Debut21:00 Hayden Wesneski to Undergo Tommy John Surgery26:41 Jared Jones: Will Have Follow-Up with Dr. Keith Meister on Tuesday30:09 Other News & Notes: Evan Carter, Spencer Strider & Matt Shaw33:30 Angels Sweep Dodgers in Freeway Series38:42 Where the Money Went: Drake Baldwin Earning More Starts, Big Bids on Jordan Romano, and Noah Cameron as a Temporary SolutionFollow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @dvr.bsky.sociale-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisProducer: Brian SmithExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Final Hour Fun Fact. Quick Hits. DVR with Vassegh at Dodger Stadium before the Freeway Series. Dead and Alive Guy Birthday of the Day.
Final Hour Fun Fact. Quick Hits. DVR with Vassegh on Ohtani Bobblehead Night and debut of Dalton Rushing. Dead and Alive Guy Birthday of the Day.
Eno and DVR discuss several news and notes around Major League Baseball including another unfortunate injury for Byron Buxton and Carlos Correa, and potential improvement from the Royals' lineup in the months ahead before discussing 'Rivalry Weekend' and several players on the roster fringes in fantasy baseball leagues.Rundown0:57 Byron Buxton & Carlos Correa in Concussion Protocol8:23 Maikel Garcia: Skills Growth *and* First Quarter Heater?14:12 Spencer Strider: Returning During Nats Series: AJSS Sticking?21:56 Other News & Notes: Eury Pérez, Tyler Glasnow, Spencer Horwitz, and Carson Palmquist28:22 Rivalry Weekend: Anything You're Excited About?37:38 Weekend Waiver Preview50:20 Hitter Leaderboard: This Weekend's Bats to Consider54:21 Intriguing Names on the Pitching FrontFollow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @dvr.bsky.sociale-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisProducer: Brian SmithExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
PMS 2025 NFL Schedule Release talk. DVR with Vassegh at Dodger Stadium. Dead and Alive Guy Birthday of the Day.
Eno, Trevor, and DVR discuss a few of the 16 'other' baseball figures reinstated by MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred this week including Shoeless Joe Jackson and several members of the 1919 White Sox, and when 'bad' secondary pitches become a problem by looking at six pitchers whose fastballs currently exceed the quality of their breaking and off-speed offerings. Rundown1:05 The 'Other' 16 Reinstated by Commissioner Rob Manfred12:50 No, Oyster Burns Wasn't Banned for Life15:31 When Are 'Bad' Secondaries A Problem?19:46 Robbie Ray's Limited Arsenal22:20 An Attempt to Understand Bryan Woo's Success & Splits33:13 The Andrew Heaney Odyssey40:05 We're Still Puzzled by Taj Bradley; Is It All Linked to Poor Command?53:01 Do Ownership Blueprints Come From Ownership's Approach to Other Businesses?Related ReadingSABR's Eight Myths Out: https://sabr.org/eight-myths-outMatt Moret on the 'other' 16: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6354320Zach Buchanan's 2019 Story 'A cold case, not a closed case: The baseball obsessives correcting the record about the 1919 Black Sox Scandal': https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/1260436 Follow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @dvr.bsky.socialFollow Trevor on Bluesky: @iamtrevormay.bsky.sociale-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisWith: Trevor MayProducer: Brian SmithExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Final Hour Fact Hour. Quick Hits. DVR with Vassegh. Dead and Alive Guy Birthday of the Day
Eno and DVR discuss Rob Manfred's decision to reinstate Pete Rose, along with 16 others from Major League Baseball's "Permanently Ineligible List" (more on the 16 others in a future episode). Plus, they discuss IL stints for Corey Seager, Roki Sasaki and Ian Happ, before taking a deep dive into the Astros with The Athletic's Chandler Rome. Rundown0:41 Rob Manfred Reinstates Pete Rose, 16 Others From MLB's Permanently Ineligible List9:53 Corey Seager: Back to the IL w/Hamstring Strain14:14 Roki Sasaki to the IL w/Shoulder Impingement17:09 Ian to the IL, Moises Ballesteros Promoted by Cubs24:14 Chandler Rome Joins the Show, Early Impressions of Cam Smith31:36 Zach Dezenzo Gets an Increased Opportunity37:50 Slow Starts for Jose Altuve, Christian Walker, and Yainer Diaz43:17 Changes for Jeremy Peña Behind 25-25 Pace?48:09 Other Depth Options for Starting Rotation53:14 Time to Acquire Left-Handed Bat(s)?!Follow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @dvr.bsky.socialFollow Chandler on Bluesky: @chandlerrome@bsky.sociale-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisWith: Chandler RomeProducer: Brian SmithExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Joe Sheehan joins Eno and DVR to discuss dropping the skepticism around the Tigers as AL Central frontrunners, where credit (and blame) belong with the 2025 Giants, over-performing teams they expect to see fade from the playoff picture over the course of the season, and under-performing teams they believe will find their way into the playoffs. Plus, the lack of top-end results from Jordan Walker despite top-end bat speed, and a few selections for summer breakouts.Rundown5:30 Should We Believe in the Tigers?12:41 The 'Bustarhan' Giants Are Pretty Good21:18 Best Teams Today That Won't Make the Playoffs This Season25:15 Is the Guardians' Pitching Development Fading?30:57 2025 Playoffs Teams with Worst Record on May 13th?39:41 Why Are Teams Reluctant to Make 'Early' Trades?46:12 Jordan Walker: Top-End Bat Speed, Without Top-End Results53:32 Who Is Your Favorite Breakout On Tap This Summer?Follow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @dvr.bsky.socialFollow Joe on Bluesky: @sheehannewsletter.bsky.sociale-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisWith: Joe SheehanProducer: Brian SmithExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Eno and DVR discuss the D-backs' decision to recall Jordan Lawlar, Zach Eflin's importance for the Orioles' injury-plagued rotation, and the Rockies' decision to dismiss manager Bud Black, before looking at some of the biggest risers and fallers (among hitters) in initial 2025 projections v. rest-of-season projections with The BAT X.Rundown3:33 Jordan Lawlar: Recalled by D-backs; How Does He Fit Right Now?8:52 Zach Eflin: Returns from the IL12:59 The Rockies Fire Manager Bud Black21:55 Projections Movers: Biggest Risers28:22 Who Has Moved Their Projections Enough to Change Their Role?34:50 Andrew Vaughn's Projection Has Improved Despite Tough Stretch?44:26 Projections Movers: Biggest Fallers52:57 Willy Adames: A Good Buy-Low Candidate?57:15 Where the Money Went: Cade Horton & Intriguing, Affordable BatsFollow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @dvr.bsky.sociale-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisProducer: Brian SmithExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Petros with the F1 Report. DVR with Vassegh in Arizona. Dead and Alive Guy Birthday of the Day
Number, Word and Song of the Day. Minor Sports Stories. DVR with Vassegh from Chase Field in Arizona.
Eno and DVR discuss Rafael Devers' rejection of a move to first base and answer a few mailbag questions -- including an intriguing reason the Dodgers' Stuff+ numbers may be lagging in public models -- before examining several waiver-wire options to consider ahead of the weekend. Rundown4:30 Rafael Devers Rejects a Move to First Base10:56 The New Pope is a White Sox Fan, 2025 Chances?13:15 Is Dodgers' Low Stuff+ This Season Just Being Ahead of Public Models?20:29 Why is David Robertson Still a Free Agent?22:38 Does Trent Grisham Have Shallow League Appeal?36:29 A Waiver-Wire Leaderboard for This Weekend's Bats49:39 Adjusting Age for Players Switching Roles?53:01 Weekend Pitcher LeaderboardFollow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @dvr.bsky.sociale-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Eno, Trevor, and DVR discuss the Pirates' decision to fire manager Derek Shelton after a 12-26 start and wonder how making a change in that role will can make an impact. Plus, they dig into the slow start for Roki Sasaki and wonder if he can improve his fastball command and make a tweak to his pitch mix on the fly to get better results over the course of his rookie campaign, before drafting struggling starting pitchers and discussing a great piece about Mariners closer Andrés Muñoz from Alex Chamberlain of FanGraphs.Rundown1:10 The Pirates Fire Manager Derek Shelton8:54 The Overall Struggles Under Bob Nutting's Ownership15:44 Injury Follow-Ups: Hunter Greene, Dylan Cease, Corbin Burnes, Yordan Alvarez & William Contreras18:30 Checking In on Roki Sasaki24:24 Comps for Roki Sasaki's Fastball32:49 What's the Role *If* the Dodgers' Rotation Gets Healthier?36:40 A Four-Round Rebound Pitchers Draft54:16 A Great Read About Andrés Muñoz'Andrés Muñoz Is an Analytical Blind Spot' by Alex Chamberlain of FanGraphs: https://blogs.fangraphs.com/andres-munoz-is-an-analytical-blind-spot/Follow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @dvr.bsky.socialFollow Trevor on Bluesky: @iamtrevormay.bsky.sociale-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisWith: Trevor MayProducer: Brian SmithExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
A FLEX ALERT before the Dodgers-Marlins game in Miami. Was LeBron James ever really going to the MET Gala? DVR with Vassegh in Miami with the latest on Teoscar Hernandez going on the IL. All these early Dodgers games is cutting into Great Sports Talk and the boys aren't happy about it.