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Colorado Rockies at Chicago Cubs by Tony T. Colorado is batting .286 in their past five games with a .506 slugging percentage. Cubs have hit .229 in their past 28 games with a .377 slugging percentage. Imanaga in his past five starts has an ERA of 8.78 and .667 slugging percentage against. Chicago has lost 19 of 29 with a -14.7-unit loss.
In this episode of The Fantasy Six Pack Hour, AJ Applegarth, Joe Bond, and Corey Pieper dive deep into the crucial adjustments you need to make for Week 12. The guys break down the most urgent waiver wire priorities, including why Matt McLain demands your attention and how to handle the fallout from the Milwaukee Brewers bullpen. They also analyze massive shifts in player valuations, pinpointing prime buy-low windows for elite stars like Ronald Acuña Jr. and Shota Imanaga while identifying exactly when to pivot away from injured assets like Garrett Crochet. Master Your League Optimize your daily matchups and strategy with our advanced projection tools: Fantasy Six Pack Premium Plans (Use Promocode F6PPODS to save 15%!) Episode Timestamps 0:00 - Week 12 Fantasy Baseball Introduction 2:45 - Waiver Wire Add: Matt McLain (2B/SS, CIN) 6:35 - Waiver Wire Add: Mauricio Dubon (2B/3B/SS/OF, ATL) 9:25 - Waiver Wire Add: Peter Lambert (SP, HOU) 13:20 - Waiver Wire Add: Reid Detmers (SP, LAA) 15:00 - Waiver Wire Add: Jung Hoo Lee (OF, SF) 19:50 - Rage Drop of the Week: Milwaukee Brewers Bullpen (Trevor Megill, Chad Patrick) 26:50 - Waiver Wire Drop: Ryne Nelson (SP, ARI) 29:00 - Waiver Wire Drop: Chase DeLauter (OF, CLE) 31:45 - Waiver Wire Drop: Trea Turner (SS, PHI) 35:20 - FanDuel Odds: AL Pennant, NL Pennant, World Series Market Shifts 47:20 - Rankings Riser: Hunter Goodman (C/OF, COL) 48:40 - Rankings Riser: Pete Alonso (1B, BAL) 50:30 - Rankings Riser: Jeremy Pena (SS, HOU) 52:15 - Rankings Riser: Miguel Vargas (2B/3B, CWS) 54:23 - Rankings Riser: Bryce Miller (SP, SEA) 55:50 - Rankings Riser: Logan Webb (SP, SF) 57:22 - Rankings Faller: Ketel Marte (2B, ARI) 58:38 - Rankings Faller: Kyle Tucker (OF, LAD) 1:00:48 - Rankings Faller: Brent Rooker (OF, ATH) 1:02:55 - Rankings Faller: Rafael Devers (1B, SF) 1:04:15 - Rankings Faller: Garrett Crochet (SP, BOS) 1:07:42 - Rankings Faller: Jose Soriano (SP, LAA) 1:09:26 - Buy Low Trade Target: Reid Detmers (SP, LAA) 1:14:01 - Buy Low Trade Target: Shota Imanaga (SP, CHC) 1:17:02 - Buy Low Trade Target: Ronald Acuna Jr. (OF, ATL) 1:22:52 - Sell High Trade Target: Zack Gelof (2B, ATH) 1:25:10 - Sell High Trade Target: Connelly Early (SP, BOS) 1:28:40 - Sell High Trade Target: Ben Brown (SP, CHC) Core Analytical Takeaways Whether you are trying to acquire underperforming aces or navigating complex roster depth changes in high-stakes formats, this episode gives you the data-driven strategy to stay ahead of your league mates. Learn how to separate temporary slumps from fundamental skill regression and maximize your FAAB budget as we head into the summer months. Connect With the Network Main Hub: Fantasy Six Pack Website Host Analysis Channels: AJ Applegarth (@AppleGarthAlgar), Joe Bond (@F6P_Joe), Corey Pieper (@copieps) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Griffin Warner talk betting for Friday. Griffin Warner is back on the What I Bet podcast with one of the most loaded Friday cards of the season, covering a Champions League final preview, a potential series-ending Game 5 in the NHL Eastern Conference Finals, and a full fourteen-game Major League Baseball slate from first pitch to the night's marquee showdown in Los Angeles. Warner opens with a quick look at Arsenal and PSG preparing to meet in Hungary on Saturday, noting that both clubs play a possession-dominant style that would make the final an exercise in control and patience. The hockey segment takes center stage early as Warner dissects the situation facing the Montreal Canadiens, who arrived in Carolina as a plus 199 money line underdog trying to avoid elimination after a dominant Game 1 gave way to three straight losses. He walks through the series odds, the compressed total of 5.5 at nearly even juice, and the possession dynamics that have kept Montreal trapped in their own zone, comparing Carolina's shot-volume approach to the ball-control philosophy of the two Champions League finalists. His clearest hockey lean is the under, supported by a secondary interest in Montreal's puck line at plus 1.5. The baseball analysis begins with Atlanta and Grant Holmes visiting Cincinnati and Chris Paddock, where Warner leans over, before working through Lucas Giolito's road start for San Diego against Washington and the potential value in the Nationals as a home underdog given their surprising offensive output. Pittsburgh and the long-awaited return of Jared Jones from internal brace surgery draws a careful look against Taj Bradley and Minnesota, with Warner favoring the under given Jones's extended absence and bullpen volatility on both sides. The Miami Marlins and Max Meyer visiting Freddy Peralta and the Mets produce an under lean consistent with a matchup Warner faded successfully the previous week. He moves through Walbert Ureña and Los Angeles at Tampa, Boston's minor league call-up visiting Cleveland and Slade Cecconi, Shōta Imanaga and the Cubs visiting St. Louis, Troy Melton and a struggling Detroit team road-favored against the White Sox and Erick Fedde, Stephen Kolek on a post-complete-game fade against MacKenzie Gore in Texas, Coleman Crow on the road for Milwaukee in Houston against Kai-Wei Teng, Logan Webb and the Giants visiting Colorado where Warner leans over and toward the Rockies, Carlos Rodón and the Yankees at the Sacramento Athletics and Luis Severino, Zac Gallen and Arizona at Seattle in a stay-away situation, and finally Zach Wheeler and the Phillies arriving in Los Angeles as plus 103 road underdogs against Justin Wrobleski, where Warner leans to Philadelphia as a coin-flip spot with positive expected value. The What I Bet Best Bet lands on the Cleveland Guardians and Slade Cecconi at minus 115, a number that climbed from minus 113 during the recording session as confirmation of the direction. Use promo code GRIFFIN50 at Pregame.com to save fifty dollars on Griffin Warner's all-access package through the MLB All-Star break. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris broke down the Cubs' 9-3 loss to the Brewers on Monday.
Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris opened their show by breaking down the Cubs' 9-3 loss to the Brewers on Monday. After that, they reacted to Cubs center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong's apology for his choice of words in a heated exchange with a White Sox fan Sunday. Later, Rahimi and Harris broke down the White Sox's 6-1 loss the Mariners on Monday.
Atlanta Braves Pitcher JR Ritchie Postgame Interview after defeating the Chicago Cubs at Truist Park.WP: Suárez (4-0)LP: Imanaga (4-3)SV: Iglesias (8)Braves Game 43 (30-13)Attendance: 35,540#MLB #AtlantaBraves #Braves✅ Visit the show website at http://BossmanShow.com✅ Subscribe to the Bossman YouTube channelhttps://www.youtube.com/c/BossmanShow
Atlanta Braves Manager Walt Weiss Postgame Interview after defeating the Chicago Cubs at Truist Park.WP: Suárez (4-0)LP: Imanaga (4-3)SV: Iglesias (8)Braves Game 43 (30-13)Attendance: 35,540#MLB #AtlantaBraves #Braves✅ Visit the show website at http://BossmanShow.com✅ Subscribe to the Bossman YouTube channelhttps://www.youtube.com/c/BossmanShow
Coming in hot Friday morning out of Yerington — your daily MLB rundown. The Cubs have won nine in a row. The Reds have lost seven in a row. They're in the same division. Your A's are sitting in first place in the AL West after JT Ginn went 8 innings of one-run ball and the West Sacramento lineup hung 12 on the Phillies in their own park. Tonight: Chris Sale at Dodger Stadium, Max Fried vs Misiorowski in Milwaukee, and Chase Dollander walking into Citizens Bank. WHAT'S IN THIS EPISODE • JT Ginn shoves 8 innings, A's 12 — Phillies 1 • Imanaga keeps Chicago rolling, Cubs at 26-12 • Mitch Keller out-pitches Zac Gallen — ace duel in the desert • Liberatore wins another knife fight — Cards 8-2 in their last 10 • Marlins walk it off on a throwing error in Baltimore • Rays seven straight, nine of ten • Standings, division by division — A's leading a messy AL West • Tigers have the only positive run diff in the AL Central • Tonight's slate, top to bottom HOMER LENS A's, Tigers, Rockies — extra time, extra opinion. Always. SOURCING All scores, records, last-10s, run differentials, and probable pitchers verified against MLB.com's official pages. Burnin' Daylight Sports — daily MLB. Move your ass, we're burning daylight. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Cincinnati Reds vs. Chicago Cubs MLB Pick Prediction by Tony T. Reds at Cubs 2:20 PM ET—Rhett Lowder gets the start for Cincinnati. Lowder made seven starts producing an ERA of 5.09 with WHIP of 1.39. The right hander strikes out 17% with 9.2% walks. Ground balls served at 41.6% with limited home run damage. Shota Imanaga is starting for Chicago. Imanaga in seven starts posts an ERA of 2.40 with WHIP of 0.85. The left hander fans 27% with 6.3% walks. Ground ball rate of 34% with 0.65 home runs per nine innings.
It's a full bullpen episode! The guys share their collective excitement over the Cubs sweeping Arizona! Then, the guys do a deep dive into the important upcoming series against the Reds!Support this Show and Your Health! 15% Off Spark (Instructions: after clicking on the link, click on the "Energy" tab to find Spark: https://www.advocare.com/home/?D=130822575FREE Cubs Talk Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/cubstalkGo to www.setupman.net and subscribe to our mailing list to become a part of Setup Man Nation so you never miss a show! We also do free giveaways for those who are on our list!Check us out on social media:Instagram: https://bit.ly/setupmaninstaTwitter: https://bit.ly/setupmantwitter
Title: Daily MLB Rundown: Scores, Standings & Today's Slate | May 2 Description: Welcome back, Daylight Burners — it was a wild night around Major League Baseball and not a particularly kind one to the A's, Tigers, or Rockies. Matt runs through Friday's scoreboard, updated division standings, and previews today's pitching matchups so you're dialed in before first pitch. In this episode: - D-backs blow one late at Wrigley vs. the Cubs - Rangers edge the Tigers in a heartbreaker - Pirates blast the Reds 9–1 behind Mitch Keller's seven strong innings - Yankees smoke the Orioles 7–2 with Will Warren's third straight quality start and nine Ks - Rays blank the Giants, Robbie Ray tagged for a pair of homers - Cardinals stomp the Dodgers, Braves stay hot against the Rockies at Coors - White Sox, Royals and Guardians all make noise as the AL Central tightens up - A's lose a heartbreaker in West Sacramento as Steven Kwan robs Colby Thomas of a go‑ahead grand slam by inches - Full AL and NL division standings rundown - Today's slate and pitching matchups, including Bradish vs Weathers, Cease vs Prelipp, Nelson vs Imanaga, Rocker vs Montero, Sale vs Bernardino, and Lugo vs Hancock New BD Baseball episodes drop daily, with weekly recaps and betting talk with Jake and Eric all season long. Show notes / links: Listen & watch: - Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1Ibjbtt7zWtP9KKKaQhNaA - Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/burnin-daylight/id1637105763 - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BurninDaylightSports - Megaphone: [your Megaphone show link] Follow Burnin' Daylight Sports: - Instagram: https://instagram.com/burnindaylightsports - Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/burnindaylightsports Follow the crew: - Matt – @moveyerass - Jake – @j_renquist - Eric – @jordanwinkler19 Handles for tags: @burnindaylightsports @moveyerass @j_renquist @jordanwinkler19 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Chicago Cubs vs. LA Dodgers MLB Pick Prediction by Tony T. Cubs at Dodgers 4:10 PM ET— Shota Imanaga is starting for Chicago. Imanaga started five games carrying an ERA of 2.17 with WHIP of 0.72. The left hander fans 29.6% with 5.6% walks. Ground ball rate of 31.4% with 0.93 home runs per nine innings. Justin Wrobleski makes the start for LA. Wrobleski appeared in four games posting an ERA of 1.88 with WHIP of 0.88. The left hander strikes out 9.8% with 5.4% walks. Grounders are 41.6% with no homers allowed.
Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes discussed Cubs left-hander Shota Imanaga's impressive outing in the club's 7-4 win against the Phillies on Tuesday.
Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes opened their show by breaking down the Cubs' 7-4 win against the Phillies on Tuesday. The Cubs are now riding a seven-game winning streak. After that, they discussed Cubs left-hander Shota Imanga's impressive outing in the win Tuesday.
Marshall Harris and Mark Grote discussed Cubs left-hander Shota Imanaga throwing another gem in the team's 7-4 win against the Phillies on Tuesday.
Marshall Harris and Mark Grote opened their show by discussing how the Bears should use the 25th overall pick in the NFL Draft. Grote expressed his belief that the Bears would be wise to draft a cornerback at that spot. After that, the guys discussed Cubs left-hander Shota Imanaga throwing another gem in the team's 7-4 win against the Phillies on Tuesday. Later, they detailed how the White Sox's offense has been on fire lately.
In the Best of the Cubs this week, Mike Mulligan and David Haugh discussed how left-hander Shota Imanaga is pitching like an ace; Marshall Harris and Gabe Ramirez discussed how the Cubs' offense came alive as Chicago won its series in Philadelphia; and Cubs second baseman Nico Hoerner joined the Spiegel & Holmes Show to explain why he likes leading off and to break down his strong start to the 2026 season.
In the Best of the Cubs this week, Mike Mulligan and David Haugh discussed how left-hander Shota Imanaga is pitching like an ace; Marshall Harris and Gabe Ramirez discussed how the Cubs' offense came alive as Chicago won its series in Philadelphia; and Cubs second baseman Nico Hoerner joined the Spiegel & Holmes Show to explain why he likes leading off and to break down his strong start to the 2026 season.
Laurence Holmes and Russ Dorsey opened their show by breaking down the Cubs' 10-4 win against the Phillies on Tuesday and their string of pitching injuries. After that, Cubs manager Craig Counsell joined the show to discuss the injuries to his club's pitching staff, left-hander Shota Imanaga's strong start to the 2026 season and more.
Marshall Harris and Gabe Ramirez opened their show by discussing Cubs left-hander Shota Imanaga's gem in the club's 11-2 win against the Phillies on Wednesday. After that, they discussed how the Cubs' offense has come alive across the past few days. Later, Chicago Sports Network reporter Connor McKnight joined the show to discuss White Sox infielder/outfielder Sam Antonacci's performance in his MLB debut Wednesday.
Marshall Harris and Gabe Ramirez discussed Cubs left-hander Shota Imanaga's gem in the club's 11-2 win against the Phillies on Wednesday.
Mike Mulligan and David Haugh were joined by Score baseball insider Bruce Levine to discuss the Cubs' 11-2 win against the Phillies on Wednesday and the White Sox's 8-3 loss to the Rays.
In the second hour, Mike Mulligan and David Haugh broke down the Cubs' 11-2 win against the Phillies on Wednesday. After that, Jon Heyman of the New York Post and MLB Network joined the show to discuss the latest Cubs and MLB storylines.
Mike Mulligan and David Haugh opened their show by discussing Cubs left-hander Shota Imanaga's gem in the club's 11-2 win against the Phillies on Wednesday. Imanaga threw six innings of one-run ball and struck out 11. Later, the guys conducted the Pick 6 segment, where they debated the top sports stories of the day.
In the Best of the Cubs this week, Mike Mulligan and David Haugh discussed how left-hander Shota Imanaga is pitching like an ace; Marshall Harris and Gabe Ramirez discussed how the Cubs' offense came alive as Chicago won its series in Philadelphia; and Cubs second baseman Nico Hoerner joined the Spiegel & Holmes Show to explain why he likes leading off and to break down his strong start to the 2026 season.
Laurence Holmes and Russ Dorsey were joined by Cubs manager Craig Counsell to discuss the injuries to his club's pitching staff, left-hander Shota Imanaga's strong start to the 2026 season and more.
Marshall Harris and Mark Grote discussed if left-hander Shota Imanaga is now the ace of the Cubs' rotation.
Cubs fail to capitalize on Shota Imanaga's six no-hit innings (Hour 1) full 2496 Sat, 11 Apr 2026 17:50:32 +0000 Ww4w0EQ6vtfvMmbukRjTQT1ZJQWB84y6 sports Rahimi, Harris & Grote Show sports Cubs fail to capitalize on Shota Imanaga's six no-hit innings (Hour 1) Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote bring a thoughtful, fast-moving approach to Chicago sports, pairing sharp insight with real personality. They break down the day's biggest stories across the NFL, MLB, NBA and college sports, with Chicago always leading the conversation — from the Bears and Cubs to the Bulls, White Sox and more. Known for smart analysis, honest takes and lively discussion, the show offers Chicago fans a well-rounded, informed perspective on everything happening in the city's sports landscape. Catch the Rahimi, Harris & Grote Show live Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on 104.3 The Score or on the Audacy app. © 2026 Audacy, Inc. Sports False https://player.amperwa
Mike Mulligan and David Haugh were joined by Cubs pitching coach Tommy Hottovy to discuss left-hander Shota Imanaga's form and the outlook of his staff as the 2026 season is underway.
Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote broke down the Cubs' 6-3 loss to the Nationals on Sunday.
Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote opened their show by breaking down the Cubs' 6-3 loss to the Nationals on Sunday. After that, they discussed second baseman Nico Hoerner signing a six-year contract extension with the Cubs that includes a no-trade clause. Later, they discussed Illinois' 71-59 win against Iowa on Saturday in the South Regional final, which sent the Illini to their first Final Four in 21 years.
Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris discussed the struggles of Cubs right-hander Jameson Taillon and left-hander Shota Imanaga early on during spring training.
Leila Rahimi and Mark Grote welcomed on Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes for the daily transition segment.
Leila Rahimi and Mark Grote were joined by Russ Dorsey of Yahoo Sports to discuss the latest Cubs storylines, including left-hander Shota Imanaga's rocky outing in a loss Sunday in Cactus League play.
Mike Mulligan and David Haugh discussed the top sports stories of the day in the Pick 6 segment.
Mike Mulligan and David Haugh reacted to Cubs left-hander Shota Imanaga's rough outing in his team's 5-1 loss to the White Sox on Sunday.
Mike Mulligan and David Haugh were joined by Score baseball insider Bruce Levine to discuss the latest Cubs and White Sox storylines coming out of spring training.
Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris discussed expectations for Cubs left-hander Shota Imanaga this season.
In the Best of the Cubs this week, Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes discussed how left-hander Shota Imanaga's return on the one-year, $22-million qualifying offer will affect the organization's offseason plan; Marshall Harris and Clay Harbor wondered if the Cubs were surprised that Imanaga accepted the qualifying offer rather than entering free agency; and Score baseball insider Bruce Levine joined the Mully & Haugh Show to discuss Imanaga's decision and what moves the Cubs could look to make this offseason.
In the Best of the Cubs this week, Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes discussed how left-hander Shota Imanaga's return on the one-year, $22-million qualifying offer will affect the organization's offseason plan; Marshall Harris and Clay Harbor wondered if the Cubs were surprised that Imanaga accepted the qualifying offer rather than entering free agency; and Score baseball insider Bruce Levine joined the Mully & Haugh Show to discuss Imanaga's decision and what moves the Cubs could look to make this offseason.
In the second hour, Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes discussed whether the Cubs erred in extending the qualifying offer to left-hander Shota Imanaga, who accepted it for a $22-million payday in 2026. After that, the guys took a trip down memory lane to when Bears defensive coordinator Dennis Allen and Steelers offensive coordinator Arthur Smith had a heated exchange in previous coaching stops.
Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes discussed whether the Cubs erred in extending the qualifying offer to left-hander Shota Imanaga, who accepted it for a $22-million payday in 2026.
Marshall Harris and Clay Harbor were joined by Yahoo Sports insider Russ Dorsey, who shared his reaction to left-hander Shota Imanaga accepting the one-year, $22-million qualifying offer to return to the Cubs in 2026.
Marshall Harris and Clay Harbor wondered if the Cubs actually expected left-hander Shota Imanaga to accept the one-year, $22-million qualifying offer that they gave him. Imanaga took it and will return to the Cubs for the 2026 season.
Marshall Harris and Clay Harbor opened their show by discussing whether they want ailing Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers to play against the Bears on Sunday at Soldier Field. After that, they outlined the challenge that the Steelers will present for Bears defensive coordinator Dennis Allen and his unit. Later, they wondered if the Cubs actually expected left-hander Shota Imanaga to accept the one-year, $22-million qualifying offer that they gave him. Imanaga took it and will return to the Cubs for the 2026 season.
Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes reacted to left-hander Shota Imanaga's decision to accept the one-year, $22-million qualifying offer to return to the Cubs for the 2026 season.
In the third hour, Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote discussed a variety of sports topics in the 5 On It segment. After that, they discussed how the Bears haven't had a signature win yet amid their strong 7-3 start. Later, they discussed how the deadline looms for left-hander Shota Imanaga to make a decision on the qualifying offer that the Cubs extended him.
Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote discussed how the deadline looms for left-hander Shota Imanaga to make a decision on the qualifying offer that the Cubs extended him. Will he exercise his one-year, $22-million offer for the 2026 season or enter free agency?
NO SHOW TOMORROW Today's word of the day is ‘options' as in MLB as in free agency as in player options as in team options as in mutual options. There are some big names we knew would opt out of their deals to become free agents like Edwin Diaz and Pete Alonso and Alex Bregman. Shota Imanaga is now a free agent, and that surprised a lot of people. Trevor Story opted in to his deal with the Red Sox. (22:00) World Series Game 7 was a huge number. Averaged 51 million across the US, Canada, and Japan. Most-watched baseball game in 34 years! (31:00) Review: Lost in Translation. (35:30) NPPOD. (38:30) The financial report for the Atlanta Braves came out and we have to discuss what we saw. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
NO SHOW TOMORROW Today's word of the day is ‘options' as in MLB as in free agency as in player options as in team options as in mutual options. There are some big names we knew would opt out of their deals to become free agents like Edwin Diaz and Pete Alonso and Alex Bregman. Shota Imanaga is now a free agent, and that surprised a lot of people. Trevor Story opted in to his deal with the Red Sox. (22:00) World Series Game 7 was a huge number. Averaged 51 million across the US, Canada, and Japan. Most-watched baseball game in 34 years! (31:00) Review: Lost in Translation. (35:30) NPPOD. (38:30) The financial report for the Atlanta Braves came out and we have to discuss what we saw. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices