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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.

Seth and Sean discuss the Astros splitting their series with the Rangers, Hayden Wesneski being out for the season at least, Will Anderson Jr. having to defend the Texans DT's, and go through the day's Headlines.

Seth and Sean discuss the Astros splitting their series with the Rangers, Hayden Wesneski being out for the season at least, Will Anderson Jr. having to defend the Texans DT's, go through the day's Headlines, discuss a story about Jeff Luhnow offering Jose Altuve in a trade back in 2013, give credit in Acknowledge Me, assess which Texans home game is the hottest ticket, listen and react to the full exchange about Jordan Hudson between Belichick and Strahan, break down what they loved and hated from the Astros' split series with the Rangers, discuss how much to expect CJ Stroud to get when the time comes for his deal now that the 49ers have given Brock Purdy $265M over 5 years, what the big talking points are at NFL league meetings this week, assess who the biggest draft bust ever was for the Texans, dive into what Will Anderson had to say about playing for DeMeco and the how things are looking in the trenches, and look at what Rockets fans should be rooting for in this NBA postseason.

Winning their series over Kansas City prior to kicking off their interdivision rivalry against the Rangers in the Silver Boot Series over the weekend, the Astros split the series taking two of the four from their rivals with yesterdays final score resulting in a 4-3 victory. Revisiting a few phenomenal and clutch performances, Steve shares few things he loved from the weekend along with updates in regards to Hayden Wesneski and Yordan Alvarez moving forward.  

Does the potential Final Four in the NBA Playoffs change how you view the Rockets' future or urgency to make a move? ITL breaks down the possible trade routes and where the team stands. Plus, Lunch-Time Confessions spark a debate on the “death of journalism,” and the latest on Alex Bregman and Hayden Wesneski stirs up the Astros conversation.

- The Houston Astros take the series finale and win their sixth consecutive series at Daikin Park.- Recap KC Series- Back-to-back quality starts for Framber Valdez- Is La Grasa back?- Isaac Paredes first career walk-off home run- Jeremy Pena 4-for-4 night. Not to mention a hell of a series- Colton Gordon makes his MLB debut- Houston comes back against Kansas City in Game 3- The Astros continue to be resilient on come from behind wins- Shay Whitcomb is tearing it up in Triple-A with the Sugar Land Space Cowboys- Could Whitcomb come up in the next 2 weeks?- TEX Preview- Yordan Alvarez update- What's next if Hayden Wesneski is out for the season?- Much, much, more!YouTube link: https://youtube.com/live/dxkNeQJf25MHave you subscribed to the Full Seam Ahead YouTube Channel yet? Make sure to hit that subscribe button and hit that notification bell to stay up to date on all the latest Astros news, rumors, interviews, live streams, and much more all year long!

- The Astros win their fifth consecutive home series at Daikin Park taking two of three from the Reds.- Lance McCullers Jr. talk- People really need to think before they say- Recap KC Game 1- Recap CIN series- Ronel Blanco had his best start since throwing a no-hitter last year- McCullers Jr. only tallied one out in Game 2- Credit to Houston's offense for staying in the fight and having grit- Hunter Brown's consecutive quality start streak comes to an end, but he continues to pitch like a Cy Young pitcher- The Astros' offense played exceptionally well at home- Christian Walker and Yainer Diaz is slowly progressing through in the middle of the lineup- KC Preview- Astros injury updates- Yordan Alvarez starting swinging a bat- Hayden Wesneski's injury is concerning- Much, much, more!YouTube link: https://youtube.com/live/kLDyVxjGE-8Have you subscribed to the Full Seam Ahead YouTube Channel yet? Make sure to hit that subscribe button and hit that notification bell to stay up to date on all the latest Astros news, rumors, interviews, live streams, and much more all year long!

Mounting evidence points to the Astros offense waking up. The Houston rotation takes some hits with Hayden Wesneski's health concerns and Lance McCullers Jr's rocky returns. Hunter Brown and Jeremy Pena go head-to-head for Astros quarter season MVP.

Hour 2 of the Killer B's with Joel Blank, and Jeremy Branham! Astros TV voice Todd Kalas joined us to discuss Yordan's return timetable, the injury to starting pitcher Hayden Wesneski, Lance McCullers comeback, his dad's famous calls, what his day to day preparation was like before games, and more Jeremy and Joel try to beat producer Brian in game of 'Who Said It' How concerned should we be for Christian Walker? Yes or no on these Rockets trade ideas

Hour 1 of the Killer B's with Joel Blank, and Jeremy Branham! Are the Astros mishandling Cam Smith's playing time? The guys react to the breaking news of Hayden Wesneski's elbow injury landing him on the IL; how worried should we be about their starting pitching depth? It's time to move Jose Altuve back to 2B...mostly Our APD Joe George called in to tell us what he's learned at the Barrett Sports Media conference, including something mandatory we must start doing

HOUR 4 - The FUTURE Rockets 'BIG 3'?? AND- Tough Friday Astros News as RHP Hayden Wesneski Lands on Injured List full 2854 Fri, 09 May 2025 23:15:54 +0000 ncraxjVAoLMLL8oyYcf2V2omZ2YWrgJz nfl,mlb,nba,texans,astros,rockets,sports The Drive with Stoerner and Hughley nfl,mlb,nba,texans,astros,rockets,sports HOUR 4 - The FUTURE Rockets 'BIG 3'?? AND- Tough Friday Astros News as RHP Hayden Wesneski Lands on Injured List 2-6PM M-F 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. Sports False

- The Houston Astros won the series finale and prevented a three-game sweep against the Milwaukee Brewers. - Houston finished 2-4 on the road.- Recap the MIL series- Is fatigue settling in on Hayden Wesneski?- Wesneski's spin rate on his sweeper has dropped- Cam Smith leadoff double and the Astros followed with...2 bunts- Questionable desicison making?- Bounce back start from Framber Valdez- Four extra-base hits in the series finale- Hot road trip for Jake Meyers- Jeremy Pena continues to be a dominant table setter for Houston's offense- Where do the Astros' offense ranks in extra-base hits?- CIN Preview- "Good news" for Yordan Alvarez's right hand- Much, much, more!YouTube link: https://youtube.com/live/6LKAF-3G-Z0Have you subscribed to the Full Seam Ahead YouTube Channel yet? Make sure to hit that subscribe button and hit that notification bell to stay up to date on all the latest Astros news, rumors, interviews, live streams, and much more all year long!

Folorunso Fatukasi returns to the Texans and George Pickens is heading to the Cowboys—how big are these moves for both teams? Nick Caserio joined P&P, and ITL breaks down why a lesser-known name might become a major piece on the Texans' offensive line. Plus, What's Popping: the Astros drop another one, and Joe Espada weighs in on Hayden Wesneski.

Houston Astros vs. Milwaukee Brewers MLB Pick Prediction by Tony T. Astros at Brewers 7:40PM ET—Hayden Wesneski will start for Houston. Wesneski has five starts with an ERA of 3.86 with WHIP of 1.00. The right hander fans 23.2% with 3.6% walks. Ground balls dished at 35% with 1.93 home runs per nine innings. Chad Patrick starts for Milwaukee. Patrick appeared in seven games in 2025 with an ERA of 2.87 and WHIP of 1.28. The rookie righty strikes out 20.3% with 8.6% walks. Grounders are 26.4% with 0.86 home runs per nine innings.

Detroit Tigers vs. Houston Astros MLB Pick Prediction by Tony T. Tigers at Astros 2PM ET—Jackson Jobe will start for Detroit. Jobe in four starts on the season carries an ERA of 2.70 with WHIP of 1.20. The right hander fans 17.1% with 12.2% walks. Ground balls dished at 49.1% with 0.90 home runs per nine innings. Hayden Wesneski gets the start for Houston. Wesneski has five starts with an ERA of 3.86 and WHIP of 1.00. The righty strikes out 23.2% with 3.6% walks. Grounders are 35% with 1.93 home runs per nine innings.

Houston Astros vs. Kansas City Royals MLB Pick Prediction by Tony T. Astros at Royals 7:40PM ET—Hayden Wesneski will start for Houston. Wesneski has four starts on the year carrying an ERA of 3.91 with WHIP of 0.87. The right hander fans 27.8% with 4.4% walks. Ground balls sit at 36.7% with 2.35 home runs per nine innings. Seth Lugo will start for Kansas City. Lugo in five starts has an ERA of 3.90 with WHIP of 1.23. The veteran strikes out 17.4% with 9.1% walks. Grounders are 38.6% with 1.80 home runs per nine innings.

San Diego Padres vs. Houston Astros MLB Pick Prediction by Tony T. Padres at Astros 7PM ET—Michael King will start for San Diego. King in four starts in 2025 deals with an ERA of 2.42 with WHIP of 1.07. The right hander fans 26.4% with 8.8% walks. Ground balls sit at 44.8% with 0.81 home runs per nine innings. Hayden Wesneski is the starter for Houston. Wesneski has three starts with an ERA of 4.00 and WHIP of 0.72. The righty has an elite 30.9% K rate with 4.4% walks. Ground balls dealt at 27.9% with 2.50 home runs per nine innings.

Astros Bats still cant find a groove?? Astros' Joe Espada & Hayden Wesneski Join the Show

Astros Bats still cant find a groove?? Astros' Joe Espada & Hayden Wesneski Join the Show

On this week's episode, Trevor and Nate discuss some early season injuries, as well as what to do with struggling stars at the catcher position. They review some potential waiver wire pickups of interest such as Kyren Paris, Ben Rice, Hayden Wesneski, and the call up of Ben Williamson. The episode concludes with the "Defend Yourself" trade segment during which trades involving Matt Brash and Bobby Miller are discussed. Trevor also gives his thoughts on the offers Nate's received for Spencer Strider.Coffee Talk - "where no matter what time of day it is, we're always ready for that next cup of coffee"Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | SpotifyConnect: Twitter | EmailHosts: Trevor Hooth | Nate Kosher Join: PL+ | PL ProProud member of the Pitcher List Podcast Network

On this week's episode, Trevor and Nate discuss some early season injuries, as well as what to do with struggling stars at the catcher position. They review some potential waiver wire pickups of interest such as Kyren Paris, Ben Rice, Hayden Wesneski, and the call up of Ben Williamson. The episode concludes with the "Defend Yourself" trade segment during which trades involving Matt Brash and Bobby Miller are discussed. Trevor also gives his thoughts on the offers Nate's received for Spencer Strider.Coffee Talk - "where no matter what time of day it is, we're always ready for that next cup of coffee"Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | SpotifyConnect: Twitter | EmailHosts: Trevor Hooth | Nate Kosher Join: PL+ | PL ProProud member of the Pitcher List Podcast Network

Justin Steele is out for the season with an elbow injury! Who are Scott's sleeper pitchers for this upcoming week? Hayden Wesneski and Chase Dollander have some upside. David Festa is worth a look. Who else to add as a Steele replacement? Fantasy Baseball Today Express is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify 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, @CPTowers @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 Express 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

- The Astros exploded for 22 runs and take the series from the Los Angeles Angels- Recap the LAA series- Yainer Granny- First career home run for Cam Smith- Isaac Paredes hits three consecutive Crawford Box shots- Astros' starting pitching dominated- Hayden Wesneski and Ronel Blanco stepped up- Paredes heating up?- STL Preview- Ort/Whitley Update- Encouraging LMJ start in Sugar Land- Spencer Arrighetti talks about what happened in Seattle- Much, much, more!YouTube link: https://youtube.com/live/Uy-PtwhJYN4Have you subscribed to the Full Seam Ahead YouTube Channel yet? Make sure to hit that subscribe button and hit that notification bell to stay up to date on all the latest Astros news, rumors, interviews, live streams, and much more all year long!

Concluding their three game series against the Anaheim Angels here at Daikin Park over the weekend, the Astros look to be stepping in stride as the season rolls on closing their series against the Angels 2-1 securing yet another series win. From Yainer Diaz obtaining his first career grand slam Friday evening springing the Astros into their Game 1 victory to Hayden Wesneski closing out the series yesterday afternoon following 10 K's and only allowing 3 runs, Steve joins and shares a few of his thoughts following the Astros explosive weekend against the Angels and what this says about the organization as the team continues to move forward in their schedule.  

Christian and Neal toast the bright spots—Hayden Wesneski's 10‑K gem, Ryan Gusto's swagger, Izaac Paredes' three straight homers, and Cam Smith's first blast—before groaning over Spencer Arrighetti's freak broken thumb and a paper‑thin roster.

LA Angels vs. Houston Astros MLB Pick Prediction by Tony T. Angels at Astros 2PM ET—Kyle Hendricks will start for LA. Hendricks appeared in 29 games last year with an ERA Of 5.92 with WHIP of 1.45. The veteran struck out 15.3% with 7.6% walks. Ground balls served at 44.5% with 1.45 home runs per nine innings. He has two starts on the year allowing two earned runs with eight strikeouts in 11 innings. Hayden Wesneski starts for Houston. Wesneski had 28 appearances in 2024, producing an ERA of 3.86 with WHIP of 1.14. The righty fanned 23.7% with 7.4% walks. Grounders were 44.8% with 1.60 home runs per nine innings. In two starts he allowed five earned runs with eleven strikeouts in 12 innings.

Paul Williamson delivers his only stream for Sunday and he is going to call him a stream of the day. Due to the lack of streams, he talks about some recent injury news and the fantasy value of some of the replacement players. ***Stream of the Day Tracker*** SUBSCRIBE, Rate and Review on Apple and Spotify! Follow us on Twitter: @EthosFantasyBB Follow us on Bluesky: @ethosfantasymlb Join our Fantasy Sports Discord Server: https://discord.gg/jSwGWSHqaV

Hunter Greene came within one out of a complete game shutout (2:27). ... Logan Webb's changeup was back (10:00)! ... Hayden Wesneski was great against the Mariners (13:43). ... Tyler Soderstrom hit two more homers (18:18). ... News (23:38): Spender Arrighetti broke his thumb. ... What's going on with Willson Contreras (28:14)? ... Are these players breaking out (37:14)? ... Two quick questions on Logan Gilbert and Kodai Senga (48:18)? ... Carlos Rodon and Zac Gallen have been frustrating (52:55). ... The Cubs are off and running (57:12). ... We wrap up with leftovers, bullpens and streamers (1:00:30). Fantasy Baseball Today is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/FantasyBaseballToday Download and Follow Fantasy Baseball Today on Spotify: https://sptfy.com/QiKv 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, @CPTowers @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 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

Houston Astros vs. Seattle Mariners MLB Pick Prediction by Tony T. Astros at Mariners 9:40PM ET—Hayden Wesneski to start for Houston. Wesneski appeared in 28 games in 2024 posting an ERA of 3.86 with WHIP of 1.14. The righthander struck out 23.7% with 7.4% walks. Ground ball rate of 44.8% with 1.60 home runs per nine innings. He faced the Giants at home to open the year allowing three earned runs with six strikeouts in five innings. Logan Gilbert to start for Seattle. Gilbert started 33 games last year delivering an ERA of 3.00 with WHIP of 0.67. The righty struck out 27.4% with 4.6% walks. Grounders were 45.1% with 1.12 home runs per nine innings.

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Hosts Trevor Hooth and Nate Kosher bring insight and analysis of the prospects/rookies you need to know about this year to make an impact in your fantasy baseball leagues.On this week's episode, Trevor and Nate discuss Nate's Spring Training visit to the Cactus League and his observations on the Diamondbacks, Royals, Guardians, and Giants. Then they shift gears and discuss pitchers to target in those last-minute drafts, including prospects and late round options. Pitchers discussed include Gavin Williams, AJ Smith-Shawver, Jackson Jobe, Richard Fitts, Reese Olson, Kumar Rocker, Sean Burke, Jack Leiter, and Hayden Wesneski.Other players discussed this episode include Jordan Lawler, Demetrio Crisantes, Ryne Nelson, Justin Martinez, Joey Cantillo, Bo Naylor, Emmanuel Clase. Coffee Talk - "where no matter what time of day it is, we're always ready for that next cup of coffee" Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | SpotifyConnect: Twitter | EmailHosts: Trevor Hooth | Nate KosherJoin: PL+ | PL ProProud member of the Pitcher List Podcast Network

Hosts Trevor Hooth and Nate Kosher bring insight and analysis of the prospects/rookies you need to know about this year to make an impact in your fantasy baseball leagues.On this week's episode, Trevor and Nate discuss Nate's Spring Training visit to the Cactus League and his observations on the Diamondbacks, Royals, Guardians, and Giants. Then they shift gears and discuss pitchers to target in those last-minute drafts, including prospects and late round options. Pitchers discussed include Gavin Williams, AJ Smith-Shawver, Jackson Jobe, Richard Fitts, Reese Olson, Kumar Rocker, Sean Burke, Jack Leiter, and Hayden Wesneski.Other players discussed this episode include Jordan Lawler, Demetrio Crisantes, Ryne Nelson, Justin Martinez, Joey Cantillo, Bo Naylor, Emmanuel Clase. Coffee Talk - "where no matter what time of day it is, we're always ready for that next cup of coffee" Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | SpotifyConnect: Twitter | EmailHosts: Trevor Hooth | Nate KosherJoin: PL+ | PL ProProud member of the Pitcher List Podcast Network

On this episode, Kyle (X:@Sonny_108/BS:@Sonny108) and Taylor (X/BS:@DynastyPickups) discuss the latest spring training news and draft the players whose spring training performance has raised their value the most.Topics Discussed:Spring Breakout Games - 0:34Recent News and Transactions - 4:43Spring Risers Draft - 22:10Ryan WeathersChristopher SanchezGavin WilliamsRobbie RayClay HolmesMichael SorokaShane SmithCasey MizeTirso OrnelasAlan RodenHonorable Mentions (Jack Leiter, Landen Roupp, Richard Fitts, Davis Martin, Zebby Matthews,  Hayden Wesneski, Brayan Rocchio, Addison Barger, Curtis Mead, Andes Pages, Spencer Torkelson, Zac Veen, and Cam Smith) - 48:01*Send us an email to dynastybaseballpickups@gmail.com to have your question answered on a future episode of the podcast*

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Fred Zinkie (@FredZinkieMLB) and Jeff Erickson (@Jeff_Erickson) host their annual auction special, including Fred Zinkie's ways to improve auction formats. We'll also talk about Gerrit Cole's season-ending injury and what that means for the Yankees, and how our mid-to-late round pitching targets are getting more expensive.---00:00 3-11 Zinkie Pod00:45 It's official. Gerrit Cole needs TJS.08:00 Evaluating early spring training returns with Jared Jones & Clay Holmes12:00 Dustin May will be the LAD SP5.18:30 Gunnar Henderson is still unsure about Opening Day.21:45 Rafael Devers delayed28:15 Fantrax29:15 Auctions31:00 Auction Improvements32:40 Use Ronald Acuna Jr. to illustrate34:00 Jeff's Home League as example39:00 Nominations43:00 Budgeting for the endgame44:00 Avoiding Bidding Wars46:00 Keeper Inflation in Auction Leagues50:10 NFBC50:50 BlueWire51:00 Reserve Round SPs52:45 Names to Consider: Max Meyer, Lucas Giolito, Dustin May, Luis Ortiz, Eduardo Rodriguez, Michael Soroka, Tony Gonsolin, Will Warren, Hayden Wesneski, Kyle Harrison, Ben Brown, Sean Burke, Tylor Megill, Andrew Painter, Osvaldo Bido, Tyler Mahle, Quinn Mathews, Trevor Williams.1:09:00 Labor Gloom & Doom1:13:20 Matt Shaw is going to Japan.1:16:00 Cam Smith in RF---NFBC RotoWire Online ChampionshipThe NFBC RotoWire Fantasy Baseball Online Championship is Live! Play fantasy baseball against your favorite RotoWire experts on NFBC this baseball season. Jeff Erickson, James Anderson, Clay Link and more will compete in the RotoWire NFBC Online Championship for a shot at $150,000! Sign up today!(hyperlink: https://nfc.shgn.com/landing/1465)FantraxSign up for Fantrax FREE today and you'll be entered to win an Official MLB signed jersey from Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Simply visit this link to sign up today. Hyperlink: https://www.fantrax.com/rotowire Get the latest fantasy sports insights, expert analysis, and premium tools—subscribe now at RotoWire.com/pod

With spring training coursing on as we inch closer and closer to the start of the season, yesterday the Astros took on the Washington Nationals down in West Palm now for a second time. Falling short 6-3 in their first meeting to a shutout 3-0 win yesterday afternoon, the Astros look to be piecing and meshing things together as we continue to roll on through the spring games. After Cam Smith's outstanding game Tuesday followed with Hayden Wesneski's solid pitching performance, the prospects the Astros received from trading Kyle Tucker during the offseason have begun to show a bit of production quite early on in these recent spring games. Adding more depth in the infield now with Isaac replacing Bregman at third, Sean and Brian pose the question to listeners despite the start of the season still a ways to go, was the Kyle Tucker trade and the prospects that came with the trade been a successful one so far?

New Astros pitcher and Houston native Hayden Wesneski joined "The Matt Thomas Show with Ross" from the second day of full squad workouts at spring training. The Cy-Fair High School and Sam Houston State alum was acquired along with third baseman Isaac Paredes and prospect Cam Smith in a trade that sent outfielder Kyle Tucker to the Chicago Cubs. Wesneski discussed returning home, adding new pitches, his goal to be a starter and more.

Matt Thomas and Ross Villarreal of "The Matt Thomas Show with Ross" go LIVE from the second day of full-squad workouts at the Astros spring training facility in West Palm Beach, Florida. Matt and Ross talk with pitcher Hayden Wesneski, manager Joe Espada and top prospect Cam Smith about the upcoming season. Matt and Ross also:discuss the latest plans for Jose Altuve to spend time in left fieldreact to a report that says the Texans will either look to renovate NRG Stadium or build a completely new stadium in the futurecomment on Pat Mahomes Sr. telling a court that the scuffle with John Rocker in New Orleans was staged to avoid violating his probationtalk about missing R&B singer Ne-Yo's visit to the Houston officetell people to "Shut Yo Bum Ass Up, Ain't Nobody Got Time" and more.

Astros top prospect Cam Smith joined "The Matt Thomas Show with Ross" for the second day of full-squad workouts at spring training in West Palm Beach, Florida. Houston acquired Smith along with third baseman Isaac Paredes and pitcher Hayden Wesneski in a trade that sent outfielder Kyle Tucker to the Chicago Cubs. The 2024 first-round pick has recorded seven homers and 24 RBI in his 32 games in the minor leagues. Smith talked about getting drafted from Florida State, working at third base and in right field, taking pride in his defensive abilities and more.

Astros top prospect Cam Smith joined "The Matt Thomas Show with Ross" for the second day of full-squad workouts at spring training in West Palm Beach, Florida. Houston acquired Smith along with third baseman Isaac Paredes and pitcher Hayden Wesneski in a trade that sent outfielder Kyle Tucker to the Chicago Cubs. The 2024 first-round pick has recorded seven homers and 24 RBI in his 32 games in the minor leagues. Smith talked about getting drafted from Florida State, working at third base and in right field, taking pride in his defensive abilities and more.

New Astros pitcher and Houston native Hayden Wesneski joined "The Matt Thomas Show with Ross" from the second day of full squad workouts at spring training. The Cy-Fair High School and Sam Houston State alum was acquired along with third baseman Isaac Paredes and prospect Cam Smith in a trade that sent outfielder Kyle Tucker to the Chicago Cubs. Wesneski discussed returning home, adding new pitches, his goal to be a starter and more.

Matt Thomas and Ross Villarreal of "The Matt Thomas Show with Ross" go LIVE from the second day of full-squad workouts at the Astros spring training facility in West Palm Beach, Florida. Matt and Ross talk with pitcher Hayden Wesneski, manager Joe Espada and top prospect Cam Smith about the upcoming season. Matt and Ross also:discuss the latest plans for Jose Altuve to spend time in left fieldreact to a report that says the Texans will either look to renovate NRG Stadium or build a completely new stadium in the futurecomment on Pat Mahomes Sr. telling a court that the scuffle with John Rocker in New Orleans was staged to avoid violating his probationtalk about missing R&B singer Ne-Yo's visit to the Houston officetell people to "Shut Yo Bum Ass Up, Ain't Nobody Got Time" and more.

Jackson Holliday or Coby Mayo? Kristian Campbell or Vaughn Grissom? Who wins the Yankees fifth starter job? Fred Zinkie and Jeff Erickson discuss 10 critical AL Job Battles they'll be watching this spring. --- 00:00 10 Interesting Spring Training Battles 00:30 Welcome to Fred Zinkie 00:50 Kenley Jansen signs 09:00 Impact to Red Sox 11:30 BOS 2B: David Hamilton vs. Vaughn Grissom vs. Kristian Campbell 16:45 BAL 2B/3B: Jackson Holliday vs. Coby Mayo 23:30 NYY SP5: Clarke Schmidt vs. Marcus Stroman 31:00 TB SP4/5: Zack Littell, Shane Baz, Drew Rasmussen 34:45 TB DH: Jonathan Aranda vs. Eloy Jimenez 40:10 Fantrax 41:10 HOU SP4/5: Hayden Wesneski vs. Luis Garcia vs. Spencer Arrighetti 47:30 TEX SP 5: Cody Bradford vs. Kumar Rocker 51:50 EDGE Boost 52:45 DET SP4/5: Alex Cobb vs. Casey Mize vs. Jackson Jobe 54:25 DET 1B/DH/OF Spencer Torkelson vs. Colt Keith vs. Wendell Perez 59:55 BlueWire 1:00:00 KC SP4/5: Michael Lorenzen vs. Kris Bubic vs. Alec Marsh 1:03:00 MIN SP4/5: Simeon Woods Richardson vs. Chris Paddack vs. David Festa vs. Zebby Matthews 1:05:45 Stuff+ --- EDGE Boost EDGE Boost is the financial platform for smart bettors and DFS players. What are the benefits of a dedicated EDGE Boost betting account? Earn up to 0.5% on every deposit Free to use, no minimum balances FDIC-insured accounts Unlimited withdraws back to card Lightning fast deposits and withdraws Sign up with promo code ROTOPOD today!  Fantrax Sign up for Fantrax FREE today and you'll be entered to win an Official MLB signed jersey from Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Simply visit this link to sign up today.  Hyperlink: https://www.fantrax.com/rotowire Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Everyone has a take on Juan Soto and Kyle Tucker, but Fred Zinkie and Jeff Erickson make sure that you don't ignore Austin Hays to the Reds, Max Kepler to the Phillies and more, as they break down the top 10 underrated transactions of the offseason. --- 00:00 10 Underrated Transactions 00:30 Welcome Back Fred Zinkie 01:15 Blue Jays Offseason 05:20 Austin Hays to the Reds 09:45 Jonathan India to Royals 13:45 Jorge Soler to Angels 18:20 Colin Rea to Cubs (because all these veterans may block Ben Brown) 24:15 Max Kepler to Phillies 28:15 Josh Bell to Nationals 30:30 Hayden Wesneski to Astros 33:30 Andrew Kittredge to Orioles 35:45 Thairo Estrada to Rockies 39:30 Luis Ortiz to Guardians 44:15 FANTRAX 45:15 EDGE Boost 46:15 BlueWire 46:20 Fernando Tatis Jr. 55:00 Julio Rodriguez --- EDGE Boost EDGE Boost is the financial platform for smart bettors and DFS players. What are the benefits of a dedicated EDGE Boost betting account? Earn up to 0.5% on every deposit Free to use, no minimum balances FDIC-insured accounts Unlimited withdraws back to card Lightning fast deposits and withdraws Sign up with promo code ROTOPOD today!  Fantrax Sign up for Fantrax FREE today and you'll be entered to win an Official MLB signed jersey from Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Simply visit this link to sign up today.  Hyperlink: https://www.fantrax.com/rotowire Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With the MLB hot stove heating up, MLB.com's Rhett Bollinger visits the Jack Vita Show to break down the latest roster news, including Juan Soto's mammoth contract, the New York Yankees' attempt to replace Soto's production, and trades from both of Chicago's baseball teams. Rhett and Jack bring you analysis that you won't be able to find anywhere else! Major League Baseball is seeing a far more active offseason than it did a year ago, up to this point. On the Sunday night of the MLB Winter Meetings, Juan Soto signed a 15-year, $765 million contract with the New York Mets. In response to Soto's record-setting deal, the Yankees made a flurry of moves, signing Max Fried and Paul Goldschmidt, and trading for Cody Bellinger and Devin Williams. Days before shipping Bellinger away to the Yankees, the Chicago Cubs acquired outfielder Kyle Tucker from the Houston Astros, in exchange for pitcher Hayden Wesneski, third baseman Isaac Paredes, and third base prospect Cam Smith. Tucker has just one year remaining on his contract, entering 2025. Will the Cubs be able to extend or re-sign him? Or will he just be a one-year rental for the club? Do the Cubs have the pieces to contend in 2025? How does Tucker transform their lineup? On the other side of the city, the White Sox dealt Garrett Crochet to the Boston Red Sox for a haul of four prospects, which included 2023 and 2024 first round draft picks Kyle Teel and Braden Montgomery. Rhett and Jack assess the trade package, and discuss what they think the White Sox will do next. Rhett and Jack touch on other offseason news from around the league, and Rhett analyzes the offseason that the Los Angeles Angels have had. Jack likes the Angels' addition of World Series champion and longtime Cub Kyle Hendricks. Later, Rhett and Jack share some thoughts heading into the first ever 12-team College Football Playoff. Rhett is about to enter his seventh season as MLB.com's Los Angeles Angels beat reporter. Prior to starting on the Angels beat, he covered the Minnesota Twins for the same publication for eight seasons. You can follow him on Twitter, @RhettBollinger.

It's a pitching clinic as Steve Sparks hosts in depth conversations with RHP Hayden Wesneski and RHP Spencer Arrighetti. Wesneski talks about getting traded for Kyle Tucker and what it now means to become a member of the Houston Astros. Arrighetti, coming off his stellar '24 rookie season, gets into the weeds of his craft and reveals what he's learned after his first season in the bigs. Truly a must listen for pitchers at any level! 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

On The WireAdam and Kevin reviewed the news and notes coming out of the 2024 Winter Meeting.SP signingsAlex Cobb signs 1 year deal with DETAkil Baddoo DFA'dNathan Eovaldi resigns with TEX on 3 year dealMax Fried signs 8 year deal with NYYTRADES:NYY and MILDevin Williams to NYYNestor Cortes, Caleb Durbin to MILBOS and CWSGarrett Crochet to BOSKyle Teel (catcher), Braden Montgomery (OF), Chase Meidroth (IF), Wikelman Gonzalez (RHP) to CWSTEX and MIAJake Burger to TEXMax Acosta (SS), Echedry Vargas, Brayan Mendoza (LHP) to MIACLE, TOR, PITAndrés Giménez to TORNick Sandlin to CLESpencer Horwitz first to CLE then to PITJosh Hartle (LHP), Luis L. Ortiz, Michael Kennedy to CLECHC and HOUKyle Tucker to CHCIssac Paredes, Hayden Wesneski, Cam Smith to HOUCarson Kelly signs 2 year deal with CHC1 year OF dealsMichael Tauchman signs with CWSMichael Conforto signs 1 year deal with LADMookie Betts set to play SS, Tommy Edman to play CFGavin Lux everyday 2B?Baltimore signingsTyler O'Neill signs 3 year deal with BALGary Sánchez signs 1 year with BALMinor league signings:Huascar Ynoa signs minor league deal with MINDakota Hudson signs minor deal with LAAAustin Nola signs NRI deal with COLCOL newsThairo Estrada signs 1 year deal with COLBrenton Doyle expected to bat leadoff in COLReliever signingsBlake Treinen signs 2 year deal with LADJordan Romano signs with PHIYimi García signs 2 year deal with TORClay Holmes sign with NYM, to make him a SPLong term hitter signingsJuan Soto signs 15 year deal with NYMWilly Adames signs 7 years with SFGRule 5 results  Join: PL+ | PL ProProud member of the Pitcher List Podcast Network

Kyle Tucker was traded to the Chicago Cubs for Isaac Paredes, Hayden Wesneski and prospect Cam Smith (3:15)! ... How early should Tucker be drafted (6:34)? ... Isaac Paredes and the Astros are a match made in heaven (8:50). ... What about the rest of the Astros' return (12:56)? ... Matt Shaw has an opportunity with the Cubs (19:20). ... What are the other ripple effects for the Astros (22:57)? ... Devin Williams was traded to the Yankees for Nestor Cortes and Caleb Durbin (27:05)! ... Trevor Megill should be the closer for the Brewers (32:00). ... Nestor Cortes looks like he'll be in the Brewers' rotation (35:51). ... Caleb Durbin could get playing time with the Brewers (39:37). To display your continued support of the show, please vote Fantasy Baseball Today in the Sports Podcast Awards in the "Best Baseball Podcast" Category https://www.sportspodcastgroup.com/sports_category/best-baseball-podcast/ Fantasy Baseball Today is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/FantasyBaseballToday Download and Follow Fantasy Baseball Today on Spotify: https://sptfy.com/QiKv 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/ 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

Ben Verlander hops on an emergency podcast to discuss the monster trade between the Houston Astros and the Chicago Cubs. The Astros have traded Kyle Tucker to the Cubs for Isaac Paredes, Hayden Wesneski and Cam Smith (Cubs No. 7 prospect). Who won the trade? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jed Hoyer and the Chicago Cubs got the deal done! Three-time All-Star Kyle Tucker is heading to the Northside! Initial thoughts are coming from the fellas on an emergency edition of the CHGO Cubs Podcast!